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Poster for Nenette and Boni

1997 · ★ 6.4 (37)

Teenage siblings Nenette and Boni were raised apart as a result of their parents' divorce. Their mother, who doted on her son Boni, has died. He works for an interesting couple as a pizza baker, and is surprised and enraged when his younger sister, having run away from boarding school, suddenly turns up. There's a problem that they must confront.

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Poster for A Long Walk

2014 · ★ 7.5 (2)

A father humiliates his son by parading him through the neighborhood in women's clothing in front of all the other kids on a summer day. The impact of that decision ripples through his family and best friend's lives for years to come. This story is based on true events.

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Poster for ¡Van Van empezó la fiesta!

2001 · ★ 7.0 (1)

The members of the superband Los Van Van tell their individual stories, comment on the love and pride they feel for their group, and testify about the origin, development, and characteristics of the most famous Cuban dance orchestra—founded more than forty years ago by Juan Formell—until they won the coveted Grammy Award in February 2000. Of particular note are the sincere and entertaining statements by singer Mayito and those popular melodies with which our people have identified themselves for several decades.

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Poster for Petite Maman

2021 · ★ 7.1 (439)

After the death of her beloved grandmother, eight-year-old Nelly meets a strangely familiar girl her own age in the woods. Instantly forming a connection with this mysterious new friend, Nelly embarks on a fantastical journey of discovery which helps her come to terms with this newfound loss.

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Poster for Erica - Man Made

2017 · ★ 6.2 (4)

Erica is 23. She has a beautiful, neutral face and speaks with a synthesized voice. She has a degree of autonomy – but can’t move her hands yet. Hiroshi Ishiguro is her ‘father’ and the bad boy of Japanese robotics. Together they will redefine what it means to be human and reveal that the future is closer than we might think.

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Poster for Animal Farm

1954 · ★ 7.0 (517)

Animals on a farm lead a revolution against the farmers to put their destiny in their own hands. However this revolution eats their own children and they cannot avoid corruption.

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Poster for Caveman

2023 · ★ 5.5 (22)

Robert Müller has wanted to be a comedian since he was a kid, but he's only made it as a car salesman so far. This is about to change when he takes part in an open-mic show. He puts the program together with his imaginary friend, the stone-age Caveman. Then his girlfriend Claudia breaks up with him...

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Poster for Pour Djamila

2012 · ★ 4.1 (4)

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Poster for Tattooed Tears

1979 · ★ 4.5 (11)

An intimate, hands on encounter with a maximum security juvenile correctional facility in Chino California.

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Poster for The Little Flower

1979 · ★ 7.0 (2)

This movie is adapted from the novel Heroes in Tongbai. Xiao Hua, a sister of Zhao Yongsheng, is deserted by her poor family. He Xiangdong, a woodworker, adopts her and rename her He Cuigu. To steer clear of arrest by the enemy, Dong Hongguo, offspring of a revolutionary family, is renamed Xiao Hua so as to be adopted by her adopter. Later, Zhao Yongsheng's parents are killed by the enemy, he joins the Liberation Army. In 1947, when Zhao Yongsheng returns to his own village Tongbai, his sister Xiao Hua happens to find her brother. Doctor Zhou who works in the hospital of the army, adopts Xiao Hua without knowing she is her own daughter. He Cuigu has become a well-known guerrilla hero after she grows up. She doesn't recognize her brother Zhao Yongsheng when she carries him on the stretcher. After the war, Zhao Yongsheng, Xiao Hua and Cuigu meet each other happily; Dong Xiangkun and Doctor Zhou also feel happy to reunite with their own daughter after 17 years of departure.

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Poster for Nymphs

2018 · ★ 7.0 (1)

Amidst the mists and wild nature of Aspromonte, an archaeologist and two of his assistants are searching for an ancient treasure. From the earth opened up by the excavation, three nymphs emerge, mythical and mysterious creatures. Once free, they come into contact with the inhabitants of a remote mountain village, triggering a series of mysterious and terrifying events.

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Poster for Ivan Tsarevich & the Grey Wolf 3

2016 · ★ 7.1 (23)

Prince Ivan, Grey Wolf and Vasilisa set off on a magic carpet ride to new lands as the deputy scarecrow in charge of the kingdom sets new rules.

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2002 · ★ 0.0 (0)

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Poster for House of Teeth

2017 · ★ 0.0 (0)

"In the aftermath of her divorce, a woman in midlife sets out to find her bearings -- and her mojo -- as she confronts the challenges and surprises of life beyond marriage."

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Poster for Im Nordwind

2004 · ★ 0.0 (0)

50-year-old Erwin Graf is fired without warning: restructuring makes his job as HR manager redundant. He hides his dismissal from his family, as the Grafs are in the process of realizing their dream of owning their own home. Everyone struggles alone with their fears and insecurities. The film shows what happens when the harsh climate of the New Economy spills over into the family.

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Poster for Mayumi

2025 · ★ 6.7 (6)

A young woman sparks her friend’s first taste of desire, setting him on a path of sexual awakening. But as emotions deepen, their connection leads to unexpected heartbreak and self-discovery.

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Poster for Ms. Match

2023 · ★ 5.6 (5)

Aspiring writer Athena Carter has spent years working as a dating consultant with a less than successful dating history of her own. When her college ex suddenly reemerges, romantic complications ensue as Athena has to figure out who she really is and what she really wants.

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Poster for Black Summer

— · ★ 0.0 (0)

Two childhood best friends take a gap year from university with the desire to seek an adventure. They find themselves in the midst of a deadly pandemic leaving them on a secluded island. Their adventure turns into a fight for survival.

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Poster for It Would Be Night in Caracas

2025 · ★ 0.0 (0)

While struggling to withstand the chaos of modern Venezuela, Adelaida sees a chance to survive—and takes it: leaving everything behind, even her own name. In a land with no future, her only way out is to become someone else.

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Poster for Unicorn Store

2017 · ★ 5.9 (873)

A woman named Kit moves back to her parent's house, where she receives a mysterious invitation that would fulfill her childhood dreams.

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