Directed by DAVID LEAN and written by TERENCE RATTIGAN, THE SOUND BARRIER is about the men who challenged the speed of sound, told from the viewpoint of central character, Sir John Ridgefield (RALPH RICHARDSON). The oil tycoon and aircraft constructor is determined to manufacture a supersonic jet that will travel faster than the speed of sound. Ridgefield's desire to reach this goal has already led to the death of his test pilot son (DENHOLM ELLIOTT), and his daughter Susan's (ANN TODD) fighter-pilot husband (NIGEL PATRICK). Shocked at the death of her husband and her father's disregard of human life in his single-minded determination to achieve his goal, Susan walks out on him. Unperturbed, Ridgefield approaches another pilot with the challenge of piloting his test craft. The film marked a departure from the domestic or literary concerns which had characterized the director David Lean's choice of subject matter to date. Its heroics pre-empted his later films Bridge on the River Kwai (1957) and Lawrence of Arabia (1962).
Directed by Kyle Patrick Alvarez, The Stanford Prison Experiment recounts the true story of a notorious 1971 psychological test at Stanford University, in which 24 students played the role of prisoners and prison guards, conducted by Professor of Psychology Philip Zimbardo. Starring Billy Crudup as Philip Zimbardo, plus Michael Angarano, Ezra Miller and Tye Sheridan. The Stanford Prison Experiment is already a double award winner at the 31st Sundance Film Festival, including the Waldo Salt Screenwriting Award for writer Tim Talbott. Click Images to Enlarge
With the future of the human race at stake, a group of young men and women, bred for intelligence and obedience, embark on an expedition to colonize a distant planet. This edge-of-your-seat sci-fi thriller, follows a crew of astronauts on a decades-long mission to populate a new planet. As disturbing secrets are uncovered, the crew descends into chaos fueled by paranoia, lust, and the hunger for power. The crew of astronauts on this multi-generational mission descend into paranoia and madness, not knowing what is real or not.
Lionel Jeffries' beloved film version of ES Nesbit's THE RAILWAY CHILDREN stars Jenny Agutter and Bernard Cribbins in a tale that has inspired kids and parents alike since its release in 1970.
Her most intimate moments secretly videotaped... And it was all perfectly legal... When Susan Wilson (Angie Harmon) and her family move back to her Louisiana hometown and into their dream house they're a little overwhelmed by their eager-to-please neighbor Steve Glover (Jamey Sheridan). Doing odd jobs inviting them to use his hot tub and initiating them into the social life of his Protestant church Steve seems like the ideal friend. But when he starts offering unsolicited parenting advice showing up in the Wilson's house when they're out of town and exhibiting inexplicable knowledge of the family's secrets Susan and her husband Gary (Dale Midkiff) become concerned. Sneeking into Steve's house Susan is horrified to discover videotapes of herself and her family. Steve it seems has been spying on the family via camera's he installed in their house. After turning Steve in to the police Susan is horrified to discover that what he did was not a crime and that he can be prosecuted only for unauthorized entry. Finding no support from the police or her church and slowly sinking into depression Susan decides to wage war and make video voyeurism a crime.
Seinfeld is widely regarded as one of the finest examples of American sitcoms, and this long-delayed box set goes a long way in demonstrating why. From the first episode of the first season, it hit the ground running with its collection of oddball New Yorkers: Theres stand-up comedian Jerry Seinfeld, who plays himself; Elaine (Julia Louis-Dreyfus), his pushy ex-girlfriend; his neurotic loser of a best friend George (Jason Alexander); and Jerrys wacky neighbour Kramer (Michael Richards). Co-written and co-created by Seinfeld and Larry David (who later went on to plumb greater depths of misanthropy with Curb Your Enthusiasm), it revolutionised American sitcoms with its cynical and mature comedy, and its ability to find comic gems in the most mundane situations (one classic episode is set entirely in a mall car-park). Seinfeld was, as all involved frequently admitted, a show about nothing. But this extras-laden collection--which features extensive cast and creator commentaries, deleted scenes, trivia tracks, outtakes, interviews and more--is most definitely something. --Ted Kord
Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith follow up the award-winning Series 1 with another anthology of tales of the genuinely unexpected. Be invited into six very different No.9s, where the ordinary and mundane rub shoulders with the extraordinary and macabre. Starring alongside Steve Pemberton (Psychoville, The League of Gentlemen, Benidorm) and Reece Shearsmith (Psychoville, The League of Gentlemen, The Widower) is a myriad of talent including Cilla's Sheridan Smith (Cilla) , Jack Whitehall(Bad Education, Fresh Meat), Alison Steadman (Gavin & Stacey) Claire Skinner (Outnumbered), Paul Kaye (Game of Thrones), Jane Horrocks (Absolutely Fabulous), David Warner (A Midsummer Night's Dream), Julie Hesmondhalgh (Coronation Street) and Michele Dotrice (Some Mothers Do 'Ave Em).
Dirk Bogarde stars as Tim Mason, the officer of a British bomber squadron in World War Two. A large-scale operation over Germany has been planned, and Tim is shocked to discover that he is not part of the team for the mission. Higher authorities think he is no longer at his best. A member of his crew is injured just before take-off, so Tim takes his place as a gunner. Those left behind are furious at him for disobeying orders, but he must face far more dangers before he can return. With Ian Hunter and Dinah Sheridan.
Stationed to work side-by-side on a mission in post-war Germany French army officer Henri Rochard (Grant) and American WAC Lieutenant Catherine Gates (Ann Sheridan) fall in love. But just when they decideito marry Catherine is ordered back to the U.S. - alone! The only way for an alien including her husband to enter the U.S. with her is through the congressional act governing war brides. So the resourceful Catherine does the obvious - she disguises her husband as a sister WAC in
Princess Annika (Barbie) escapes the clutches of the evil wizard and explores the wonders of Cloud Kingdom. Teaming up with a magnificent winged horse - who turns out to be her sister Princess Brietta - they attempt to defeat the wizard and break the spells that are imprisoning their family.
Lizzie is a compelling psychodrama based on the infamous 1892 axe murder of the Borden family in Fall River, Massachusetts. The film explores Lizzie Borden's life, focusing on the period leading up to the murders and their immediate aftermath and reveals many layers of the strange, fragile woman who stood accused of the brutal crime. As an unmarried woman of 32, and a social outcast, Lizzie (Chloë Sevigny) lives a claustrophobic life under her father's cold and domineering control. When Bridget Sullivan (Kristen Stewart), a young maid, comes to work for the family, Lizzie finds a sympathetic, kindred spirit, and a chance intimacy that blossoms into a wicked plan , and a dark, unsettling end.
New York's war on crime enters an unprecedented phase of tension and conflict in the fifth season of Law & Order: Criminal Intent. Legendary producer Dick Wolf presides over 22 episodes of compelling ripped-from-the-headlines cases as the Major Case Squad takes on some of its most difficult scenarios to date - from brainwashing and foul play to bondage and bizarre ritualistic killings. Chris Noth joins cast members Annabella Sciorra Vincent D'Onofrio Kathryn Erbe Jamey Sheridan and Courtney B. Vance as well as guest stars Whoopi Goldberg Michael Gladis Leslie Hendrix and Malcolm McDowell for each riveting moment of suspenseful drama. Discover why this unique series in the critically acclaimed Law & Order franchise stays with viewers like no other show ever has long after the final clue is revealed. Episodes Comprise: 1. Grow 2. Diamond Dogs 3. Prisoner 4. Unchained 5. Acts of Contrition 6. In the Wee Small Hours: Part 1 7. In the Wee Small Hours: Part 2 8. Saving Face 9. Scared Crazy 10. Dollhouse 11. Slither 12. Watch 13. Proud Flesh 14. Wasichu 15. Wrongful Life 16. Dramma Giocoso 17. Vacancy 18. The Healer 19. Cruise to Nowhere 20. To the Bone 21. On Fire 22. The Good
Hotel night clerk Bart Bromley (Tye Sheridan - READY PLAYER ONE), a highly intelligent young man on the Autism spectrum, uses covert surveillance cameras to record guests in efforts to improve his social interaction skills. When a woman is murdered during his shift, Bart becomes the prime suspect, but he can't reveal his secret cameras have captured evidence to prove his innocence. As Detective Esapda's (John Leguizamo - CARLITO'S WAY) investigation leads him to Bart and his mother (Helen Hunt - AS GOOD AS IT GETS), Bart makes a personal connection with a beautiful new guest named Andrea (Ana de Armas - NO TIME TO DIE / BLADE RUNNER 2049), but he soon realizes he must try and stop the real murderer before he Andrea becomes the next victim.
When overactive man-child Malcolm takes the plunge and lets girlfriend Kisha move into his house he quickly senses they're no longer alone. Videotaping a series of paranormal events Malcolm is shocked to discover the love of his life carries more than your average relationship baggage: she's demonically possessed by an evil spirit. Malcolm enlists the help of priest/ex-convict Father Williams who sets about exorcising the demon from his girlfriend before it ruins his relationship. Hysterically funny horror-spoof from the creators of the Scary Movie franchise.
On paper, The Royle Family doesn't sound that promising: a working-class family from Manchester sit in their cluttered living room, watch the telly and argue over domestic details (the arrival of a telephone bill, for instance, provides the big dramatic event of the first episode, which aired in September 1998). But from such small everyday incidents, Royle Family creators Caroline Aherne and Dave Best (who play young couple Denise and Dave) have crafted one of the most successful shows on British television--a comedy about the joys and frustrations of family life that's warm, honest and very, very funny. It's Britain's answer to The Simpsons, whose success the show rivalled when it started broadcasting on BBC2 (the programme jumped channels to BBC1 for its second series). Now in its third series, The Royle Family has seen its characters develop like real folk. Denise and Dave got married and now have a little sprog; Barbara starts menopause (how many sit-coms are brave enough to use that for laughs?) and Denise's kid brother Anthony shakes off his surly adolescence when he turned 18 in series two. Unlike Oasis--who provide the shows theme song "Halfway Round the World"--this programme just keeps getting better. But no soap--not even Brookside in its dafter moments--has one-liners as brilliantly crafted as The Royle Family's. Slouched in his armchair, Jim's dour running commentary on the TV shows that are on at the time are particularly priceless. Changing Rooms, for instance, boils down to "a cockney knocking nails into plywood... Is this what it's come to?" Not quite; as long as the Royle Family are around, there is something worthwhile to watch. --Edward Lawrenson
Director Rob Zombie's horrific creations return for more blood-soaked mayhem.
In this family-friendly holiday film, all Ethan and Hallie want for Christmas is for their parents to get back together. Catherine (Parenthood's Harley Jane Kozak) and Michael (Chicago Hope's Jamey Sheridan) have been divorced for a year and now Catherine's dating a guy no one can stand, including her mother Lillian (Lauren Bacall). Michael, meanwhile, has opened a successful diner, but he misses Catherine. When Hallie (Thora Birch, years before American Beauty) overhears Catherine tell Lillian she and Tony (Kevin Nealon) are planning to marry, she and Ethan (Sweet Home Alabama's Ethan Embry) come up with a plan to strand their parents alone together on Christmas Eve. Hallie even asks Santa (Leslie Nielsen) to help them out. All I Want for Christmas doesn't pack any surprises, but it's suitable for all ages and features lively cameos from Andrea Martin as Lillian's housekeeper and Renée Taylor as Catherine's rodent-fearing wedding planner. --Kathleen C. Fennessy
1950s sci-fi horror produced by Howard Hawks. After an unknown spacecraft crashes near a remote scientific outpost in the Arctic, a US Air Force crew is dispatched from Alaska to investigate. They frantically begin to recover the craft, which is encased in ice, and find a frozen body buried nearby. They take it back to their base and, while they argue over how to proceed with their discovery, the alien life form escapes and begins feeding on any living creature it can find...
When overactive man-child Malcolm takes the plunge and lets girlfriend Kisha move into his house he quickly senses they're no longer alone. Videotaping a series of paranormal events Malcolm is shocked to discover the love of his life carries more than your average relationship baggage: she's demonically possessed by an evil spirit. Malcolm enlists the help of priest/ex-convict Father Williams who sets about exorcising the demon from his girlfriend before it ruins his relationship. Hysterically funny horror-spoof from the creators of the Scary Movie franchise.
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