Drama Movies

In this 1945 film noir, directed by Michael Curtiz, the story follows a determined and resourceful woman who rises from humble beginnings to become a successful businesswoman, all while dealing…

ROME, OPEN CITY is a landmark in film history. Filmed in secrecy during the Nazi occupation of Italy, the film shows a realistic portrayal of the underground resistance in Italy in 1945. The film has strong impacting imagery with its mix of fiction and reality that strengthened Italian Neo-realism and the film industry.

Set in the vibrant theatrical world of 19th-century Paris, this film weaves a complex tale of love and ambition among a group of performers and artists. At the heart of…

In this classic film noir, private detective Philip Marlowe, played by Dick Powell, is hired to find a missing woman, leading him into a web of deceit and danger. The…

Set in the year leading up to the 1904 World’s Fair, this classic musical film follows the Smith family as they navigate the joys and challenges of life in St….

Set during World War II, this film follows the daring Doolittle Raid, a pivotal air attack on Tokyo by American forces. The story centers on the experiences of the pilots…

In this classic film noir directed by Fritz Lang, a middle-aged professor becomes entangled in a web of intrigue and danger after meeting a mysterious woman whose portrait he admires….

In this classic film noir, a detective becomes entangled in the mysterious murder investigation of a beautiful and successful advertising executive. As he delves deeper into her life, he finds…

In late 19th century Spain, Judge Javier Zarco stumbles upon a skull with a nail driven through it in a cemetery, leading him to suspect foul play. As he delves…

In this classic film noir directed by Billy Wilder, an insurance salesman becomes entangled in a web of deceit and murder when he falls for a seductive housewife. Together, they…

In the late 19th century, Paula Alquist is studying music in Italy, but ends up abandoning her classes because she’s fallen in love with the gallant Gregory Anton. The couple…

In this intriguing 1944 film, a group of passengers finds themselves aboard a mysterious ship, each grappling with their own personal dilemmas and secrets. As the journey unfolds, they come…

Youthful Father Chuck O’Malley led a colorful life of sports, song, and romance before joining the Roman Catholic clergy. After being appointed to a run-down New York parish, O’Malley’s worldly…

A young journalist asks an old artist about the portrait of a naked Indian woman that he has in his study. The artist tells the story of Maria Candelaria (Dolores del Río), a young Indian woman who was rejected by her own people for being the daughter of a prostitute. She is protected by a young Indian man, Lorenzo Rafael (Pedro Armendáriz), who has fallen in love with her.

A tale of genuine romance unfolding against the backdrop of World War II.

This anthology film presents three supernatural stories. The first tale unfolds during Mardi Gras in New Orleans. The second centers on a psychic who foresees a murder. The third narrative…

Set in the American West, this gripping drama follows two drifters, played by Henry Fonda and Harry Morgan, who become embroiled in a posse’s quest for justice after a local…

In this classic thriller, a young woman named Charlie Newton becomes suspicious of her beloved Uncle Charlie, who is visiting her family in their small town. As she delves deeper…

In Casablanca, Morocco in December 1941, a cynical American expatriate meets a former lover, with unforeseen complications.

Set in the vibrant world of 19th-century boxing, this film follows the rise of James J. Corbett, a bank clerk who becomes a celebrated heavyweight champion. Errol Flynn stars as…

In this classic animated film directed by David Hand, audiences are introduced to the enchanting world of a young deer as he navigates the trials and tribulations of growing up…

Lovely Linda Mason has crooner Jim Hardy head over heels, but suave stepper Ted Hanover wants her for his new dance partner after femme fatale Lila Dixon gives him the…

This 1942 film, directed by Sam Wood, chronicles the life of the legendary baseball player Lou Gehrig, portrayed by Gary Cooper. The narrative follows Gehrig’s journey from his humble beginnings…

The Minivers, an English middle-class family, experience life in the first months of World War II.

This 1942 musical biographical film, directed by Michael Curtiz, stars James Cagney in an Oscar-winning performance as George M. Cohan, a legendary figure in American theater. The film chronicles Cohan’s…

In this classic film noir, a cold and calculating hitman named Raven finds himself double-crossed by his employer, setting off a tense and gripping chain of events. The story intricately…

In this classic romantic comedy directed by George Stevens, the story revolves around the dynamic relationship between Tess Harding, a prominent political columnist, and Sam Craig, a sportswriter. The film…

The romance between Renzo and Lucia faces a threat from Don Rodrigo, a malevolent aristocrat who desires Lucia for himself. After she rejects his advances, he arranges for her abduction…

In this 1941 classic, a successful Hollywood director, played by Joel McCrea, embarks on a journey to experience hardship firsthand, hoping to gain inspiration for his next socially conscious film….

At the turn of the century in a Welsh mining village, the Morgans (he stern, she gentle) raise coal-mining sons and hope their youngest will find a better life. Lots…

In this classic animated film directed by Norman Ferguson, a young circus elephant is born with unusually large ears, which initially make him the subject of ridicule. However, with the…

In this classic film noir, private detective Sam Spade, played by Humphrey Bogart, becomes embroiled in a complex web of deceit and murder when a mysterious woman, portrayed by Mary…

Directed by Howard Hawks, this 1941 film stars Gary Cooper in a compelling portrayal of Alvin C. York, a real-life World War I hero. The story follows York’s transformation from…

In a mental health facility in Scotland, a gifted psychiatrist is developing a treatment for early-onset dementia. He becomes romantically involved with his selfless female assistant, leading to an intense…

This groundbreaking film, directed by Orson Welles, follows the life of a wealthy newspaper magnate, Charles Foster Kane, as journalists attempt to uncover the meaning behind his enigmatic last word,…

As a parting shot, fired reporter Ann Mitchell prints a fake letter from unemployed ”John Doe,” who threatens suicide in protest of social ills. The paper is forced to rehire…

Set in the exotic locale of a rubber plantation in British Malaya, this 1940 film follows the gripping story of Leslie Crosbie, played by the illustrious Bette Davis, who is…

In this classic swashbuckling adventure, a young nobleman named Don Diego Vega returns to Spanish California to find his home under the oppressive rule of a corrupt governor. By day,…

In this 1940 satirical comedy, Charlie Chaplin takes on dual roles as a ruthless dictator and a humble Jewish barber, exploring themes of tyranny and humanity. The film cleverly juxtaposes…

The narrative revolves around the iconic figure of Knute Rockne, celebrated for his contributions as both a player and coach for Notre Dame’s football team.

Set in the tumultuous backdrop of the American frontier, this 1940 film directed by William Wyler explores the tense relationship between a wandering cowboy and the infamous Judge Roy Bean,…

Story of a young woman who marries a fascinating widower only to find out that she must live in the shadow of his former wife, Rebecca, who died mysteriously several…

Tom Joad returns to his home after a jail sentence to find his family kicked out of their farm due to foreclosure. He catches up with them on his Uncle’s farm, and joins them the next day as they head for California and a new life… Hopefully.

This film tells the real-life story of a doctor who believed it was ethical to pursue the development of a medication to treat syphilis.

Two employees at a gift shop can barely stand one another, without realising that they are falling in love through the post as each other’s anonymous pen pal.

In this 1939 romantic drama, a shoplifter’s trial is postponed until after the Christmas holidays, leading to an unexpected road trip with the prosecutor. Starring Barbara Stanwyck and Fred MacMurray,…

In this classic screwball comedy directed by Howard Hawks, the story revolves around a fast-talking newspaper editor, played by Cary Grant, who tries to win back his ex-wife and star…

The spoiled daughter of a well-to-do plantation owner is forced to use every means at her disposal to claw her way out of poverty, following Maj. Gen. William Sherman’s destructive…

Naive and idealistic Jefferson Smith, leader of the Boy Rangers, is appointed to the United States Senate by the puppet governor of his state. He soon discovers, upon going to Washington, many shortcomings of the political process as his earnest goal of a national boys’ camp leads to a conflict with the state political boss.

Set against the backdrop of post-World War I America, this classic film follows the tumultuous journey of three war veterans as they navigate the rapidly changing landscape of the 1920s….

Directed by John Ford, this 1939 film offers a fictionalized account of a young Abraham Lincoln’s early years as a lawyer in Illinois. The story follows Lincoln, played by Henry…

One of the last bills signed by President Lincoln authorizes pushing the Union Pacific Railroad across the wilderness to California. But financial opportunist Asa Barrows hopes to profit from obstructing it. Chief troubleshooter Jeff Butler has his hands full fighting Barrows’ agent, gambler Sid Campeau; Campeau’s partner Dick Allen is Jeff’s war buddy and rival suitor for engineer’s daughter Molly Monahan. Who will survive the effort to push the railroad through at any cost?

Set against the backdrop of the American frontier, this classic Western follows a diverse group of passengers traveling by stagecoach through dangerous Apache territory. Directed by the legendary John Ford,…

In this classic crime drama directed by Michael Curtiz, the story follows two childhood friends whose lives diverge dramatically as they grow up. One becomes a notorious gangster, played by…

Alice, the only relatively normal member of the eccentric Sycamore family, falls in love with Tony Kirby. His wealthy banker father, Anthony P. Kirby, and his snobbish mother, strongly disapprove…

In this 1938 crime-comedy, a brilliant and eccentric doctor, played by Edward G. Robinson, embarks on an unusual research project to study the criminal mind by immersing himself in the…

In this 1938 romantic comedy directed by George Cukor, the story follows Johnny Case, a free-spirited man who finds himself engaged to a wealthy socialite, Julia Seton. As Johnny becomes…

Set in the antebellum South, this 1938 film follows the story of a headstrong Southern belle, played by Bette Davis, whose willful and defiant nature leads to personal and social…

This film, now lost, is regarded as one of Japan’s earliest entries into the Tokusatsu genre. The special effects were crafted by Fuminori Ohashi, who asserts that he served as…

In this classic screwball comedy directed by Howard Hawks, a mild-mannered paleontologist, played by Cary Grant, finds his life turned upside down when he encounters a free-spirited and eccentric heiress,…

Biopic of the famous French writer Emile Zola and his involvement in the Dreyfus Affair.

In this 1937 classic, a spoiled and wealthy young boy named Harvey Cheyne, played by Freddie Bartholomew, finds himself stranded on a fishing schooner after falling overboard from a luxury…

Set against the backdrop of World War I, this classic film follows a group of French prisoners of war as they navigate life in a German camp. The story delves…

Set in the bustling geisha district of Gion in Kyoto, this 1936 film explores the contrasting lives and philosophies of two sisters, Umekichi and Omocha, who work as geishas. While…

In this 1936 classic directed by William Wyler, the story follows Sam Dodsworth, a successful automobile magnate, and his wife Fran as they embark on a European vacation that tests…

In this classic screwball comedy directed by Gregory La Cava, a wealthy and eccentric family hires a “forgotten man” from the city dump as their butler, leading to a series…

A runaway orphan is befriended by a kind-hearted pet store owner with a criminal past.

Set against the backdrop of the Mississippi River, this 1936 film adaptation of the classic musical follows the lives and loves of the performers and workers on a showboat. The…

Lavish biography of Flo Ziegfeld, the producer who became Broadway’s biggest starmaker.

Set against the backdrop of post-Civil War America, this film follows the harrowing journey of Dr. Samuel Mudd, who is wrongfully imprisoned for his alleged involvement in the assassination of…

In this 1936 biographical drama, the film chronicles the life and groundbreaking work of the renowned French chemist and microbiologist, Louis Pasteur. The narrative follows Pasteur’s relentless pursuit of scientific…

In this classic film, Charlie Chaplin stars as a factory worker struggling to survive in the modern, industrialized world. The narrative follows his character as he navigates the challenges of…

Fletcher Christian successfully leads a revolt against the ruthless Captain Bligh on the HMS Bounty. However, Bligh returns one year later, hell bent on avenging his captors.

Directed by James Whale, this 1935 classic horror film continues the story of Dr. Frankenstein and his monstrous creation. The plot delves into the doctor’s attempts to create a mate…

A gripping thriller directed by Alfred Hitchcock, this 1934 film follows a couple who unwittingly become entangled in an international assassination plot after their child is kidnapped. Starring Leslie Banks…

In this 1934 drama directed by John Cromwell, the story follows Philip Carey, a club-footed aspiring artist who abandons his dreams to study medicine. His life takes a tumultuous turn…

Set in 17th-century Sweden, this historical drama follows the life of a young and unconventional queen who struggles with the demands of her royal duties and her personal desires. The…

Dr. Eli Watt, a widower, relocates to a small town, feeling disheartened by his unsuccessful pursuit of a significant career in New York. He takes on the responsibility of raising…

A female physician chooses to become a mother without getting married.

Set against the backdrop of the Great Depression, this 1933 musical film follows a group of showgirls who are determined to stage a dazzling Broadway production despite financial hardships. The…

Set during the Great Depression, this classic musical film follows the behind-the-scenes drama of a Broadway production. The story centers on a director’s efforts to stage a successful show amidst…

A cavalcade of English life from New Year’s Eve 1899 until 1933 seen through the eyes of well-to-do Londoners Jane and Robert Marryot. Amongst events touching their family are the…

In this gripping drama, Paul Muni delivers a powerful performance as a man wrongfully convicted and subjected to the brutal conditions of a Southern chain gang. The film, directed by…

Guests at a posh Berlin hotel struggle through worry, scandal, and heartache.

Set during the Prohibition era, this classic crime drama follows the rise and fall of an ambitious gangster, Tony Camonte, as he ruthlessly climbs the ranks of the Chicago underworld….

Directed by Tod Browning, this 1932 film is a unique and controversial piece that delves into the lives of circus performers, focusing on the dynamics between the so-called “freaks” and…

In this 1931 classic, directed by Rouben Mamoulian, the story follows Dr. Henry Jekyll, a well-respected scientist who becomes obsessed with the duality of human nature. Through a series of…

In this classic horror film, a scientist becomes obsessed with creating life, leading him to construct a creature from body parts of the deceased. The resulting being, brought to life…

Set in a German city gripped by fear, this 1931 film follows the intense manhunt for a child murderer whose heinous acts have paralyzed the community. The police, under immense…

The legend of vampire Count Dracula begins here with this original 1931 Dracula film from Bela Lugosi.

When the government opens up the Oklahoma territory for settlement, restless Yancey Cravat claims a plot of the free land for himself and moves his family there from Wichita. A…

In this classic silent film, the iconic Charlie Chaplin stars as the Tramp, who finds himself entangled in a series of comedic and poignant adventures while trying to help a…

During a holiday at a Swiss resort, a black couple becomes entangled in an interracial romance that ignites racial tensions within the local community.

“Two Worlds” ist ein deutscher Film, der die Geschichte zweier paralleler Realitäten erzählt. In der einen Welt lebt ein junger Mann ein gewöhnliches Leben, während er in der anderen ein…

An elderly Jewish man finds himself in a difficult situation when he must provide refuge to an Austrian lieutenant responsible for his son’s death, who is also in love with…

A young soldier faces profound disillusionment in the soul-destroying horror of World War I. Together with several other young German soldiers, he experiences the horrors of war, such evil of…