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When broke Irishman, Al Clancy (Trevor O'Connell), mistakenly agrees to mind his smart-ass 10-year-old nephew, Karl (Ryan Minogue-Lee), for a week, his job and home are placed in jeopardy. In a bold bid to save Al's unfulfilling but undemanding job as a poster boy, they steal the family camper-van, embarking on a madcap, impulsive postering tour across Ireland. But the unlikely pair soon discover it may be more difficult than they realised to survive a week in each other's company. - Director:
- Dave Minogue
- Cast:
- Trevor O'Connell, Ryan Minogue-Lee, Norma Sheahan
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Young Anthony Soprano is growing up in one of the most tumultuous eras in Newark's history, becoming a man just as rival gangsters start to rise up and challenge the all-powerful DiMeo crime family. Caught up in the changing times is the uncle he idolises, Dickie Moltisanti (Alessandro Nivola), whose influence over his nephew will help shape the impressionable teenager into the all-powerful mob boss Tony Soprano. - Director:
- Alan Taylor
- Cast:
- Alessandro Nivola, Leslie Odom Jr., Jon Bernthal
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Reminiscence (2021)The Jade Earring
Nick Bannister (Hugh Jackman), a private investigator of the mind, navigates the darkly alluring world of the past by helping his clients access lost memories. His life is forever changed when he takes on a new client, Mae (Rebecca Ferguson). As Bannister fights to find the truth about Mae's disappearance, he uncovers a violent conspiracy, and must ultimately answer the question: how far would you go to hold on to the ones you love? - Director:
- Lisa Joy
- Cast:
- Hugh Jackman, Rebecca Ferguson, Thandie Newton
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Bambi (1942)Walt Disney's Bambi
Now Bambi, Walt Disney's beloved coming-of-age story, will thrill a new generation of fans with its breathtakingly beautiful animation, soaring music and characters who will touch your heart - Bambi, the wide-eyed fawn, his playful pal Thumper, the loveable skunk Flower and wise Friend Owl. Plus, an all-new immersive game and special features that reveal the extraordinary creative process behind the making of this timeless classic take you deeper into Bambi s world than ever before! - Director:
- James Algar
- Cast:
- Hardie Albright, Stan Alexander, Bobette Audrey
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Stillwater follows an American oil-rig roughneck from Oklahoma who travels to Marseille to visit his estranged daughter, in prison for a murder she claims she did not commit. Confronted with language barriers, cultural differences, and a complicated legal system, Bill builds a new life for himself in France as he makes it his personal mission to exonerate his daughter. - Director:
- Thomas McCarthy
- Cast:
- Matt Damon, Camille Cottin, Abigail Breslin
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Giant Little Ones (2018)G.L.O.
Franky Winter (Josh Wiggins) and Ballas Kohl (Darren Mann) have been best friends since childhood. They are high school royalty: handsome, stars of the swim team and popular with girls. They live a perfect teenage life - until the night of Franky's epic 17th birthday party, when Franky and Ballas are involved in an unexpected incident that changes their lives forever. 'Giant Little Ones' is a heartfelt and intimate coming-of-age story about friendship, self-discovery and the power of love without labels. - Director:
- Keith Behrman
- Cast:
- Maria Bello, Taylor Hickson, Kyle MacLachlan
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"Dumbo" remains one of Disney's greatest full-length animated masterpieces - a heartwarming and inspirational tale overflowing with such memorable songs as "Casey Junior", "Baby Mine", and "When I See an Elephant Fly". When Mrs. Jumbo meets her tiny baby elephant, he's the talk of the circus. But with a pair of over sized ears, baby Dumbo is laughed at and ridiculed. With remarkable courage, and the help of his loyal friend Timothy Mouse, Dumbo overcomes all odds in a triumphant celebration of love and determination. The whole family will enjoy this timeless and touching story of the brave baby elephant with the big ears and an even bigger heart! - Director:
- Samuel Armstrong
- Cast:
- Sterling Holloway, Edward Brophy, James Baskett
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The Courier (2020)Ironbark
In this true-life cold war spy thriller, unossuming British businessman Greville Wynne (Benedict Cumberbatch) becomes entangled in one of the greatest international conflicts in history. Recruited by MI6 and a CIA operative (Rachel Brosnahan), Wynne forms a covert partnership with Soviet officer Oleg Penkovsky (Merab Ninidze), and both men risk everything in a danger-fraught race against time to provide the intelligence needed to prevent nuclear confrontation and end the Cuban Missile Crisis. - Director:
- Dominic Cooke
- Cast:
- Benedict Cumberbatch, Merab Ninidze, Rachel Brosnahan
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Jodie Comer "makes her mark" (Owen Gleiberman) in this thought-provoking drama set during the 14th century in France from visionary filmmaker Ridley Scott. Based on actual events, the film centres on one woman's (Comer) accusation that she was brutally attacked by Jacques Le Gris (Adam Driver), her husband Jean de Carrouges' (Matt Damon) friend. Now, in order to prove his wife's claim, de Carrouges must fight Le Gris to the death, the victor believed to be determined by God. All three lives hang in the balance in this gripping, cinematic film also starring Ben Affleck as Le Gris' scheming ally, Count d'Alençon. - Director:
- Ridley Scott
- Cast:
- Matt Damon, Adam Driver, Jodie Comer
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Lady and the Tramp (1955)La dama y el vagabundo
Walt Disney's beloved classic, filled with memorable music and purebred fun, now shines like never before with an all-new digital restoration. Embark on a thrilling adventure with the most unforgettable characters: Lady, a lovingly pampered cocker spaniel; Tramp, a mutt from across the tracks with a heart of gold; Jock and Trusty, Lady's best friends; and Si and Am, two of the most devious cats to prowl across the screen. The most romantic of evenings takes place on a 'bella notte' as Lady learns what it means to be footloose and leash-free. - Director:
- Clyde Geronimi
- Cast:
- Barbara Luddy, Larry Roberts, Peggy Lee
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Pinocchio (1940)Pinocho
Walt Disney's beloved classic Pinocchio reminds us all that dreams really do come true... and never more brilliantly than in this restored and remastered Special Edition of the timeless tale that makes every Disney collection complete! It is the little wooden puppet's greatest wish to become a real boy. But first he must prove himself worthy, so with the help of his Cricket conscience, Jiminy, Pinocchio promises to be brave, loyal and honest. Unfortunately, when he breaks his promises and his nose begins to grow and grow and grow - it leads to a challenging test of his true character. - Director:
- Norman Ferguson
- Cast:
- Don Brodie, Dickie Jones, Christian Rub
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This feel-good romp is a whistle-stop tour across beautiful European locations, reliving memories and making some new ones along the way! A dying wish from their best friend Anna (Andrea Corr) compels Cassie (Kelly Preston), Kate (Jenny Seagrove), and Liz (Sally Phillips) to put old feuds aside and take her 17-year-old daughter on an interrailing journey across Europe that they did not quite finish during their studies. Now in their fifties, they are older but not necessarily wiser. With some bad luck, train strikes and romantic entanglements thrown in their way, the trip promises as many laughs and tears and self-discovery as the first time around. The question is: will they reach their destination in time to honour their friend's memory? - Director:
- Jules Williamson
- Cast:
- Jenny Seagrove, Sally Phillips, Ismael Calvillo Millán
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Set in a seaside town on the Italian Riviera, Disney and Pixar's 'Luca' is a coming-of-age story about a young boy experiencing an unforgettable summer. Luca (voice of Jacob Tremblay) shares his amazing adventures with his friend Alberto (voice of Jack Dylan Grazer), but their fun is threatened by a deeply held secret: they're sea monsters from a world below the water's surface. - Director:
- Enrico Casarosa
- Cast:
- Jacob Tremblay, Jack Grazer, Emma Berman
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Action-packed thrills, edge-of-your-seat car chases and high-stakes explosions are up for grabs in 'Honest Thief'. Starring Liam Neeson as career criminal turned good-guy who is double crossed by a corrupt FBI agent (Jai Courtney) and framed for murder. Directed by Mark Williams, 'Honest Thief' follows Tom (Neeson), a bank robber who tries to turn himself in after falling for Annie (Kate Walsh) who works at the storage facility where he's stashed his money. Complications ensue when his case is turned over to ruthless FBI Agent Nivens (Courtney) and Tom must go underground to save both himself and Annie. - Director:
- Mark Williams
- Cast:
- Liam Neeson, Kate Walsh, Jai Courtney
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Generations have celebrated the magical story, memorable music and unforgettable characters of Walt Disney's Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs. Now, this timeless animated classic sparkles like never before with an all-new, state-of-the-art digital restoration and exciting new bonus features! The beautiful and kind-hearted princess Snow White charms every creature in the kingdom except one -her jealous stepmother, the Queen. When the Magic Mirror proclaims Snow White the fairest one of all, she must flee into the forest, where she befriends the lovable seven dwarfs - Doc, Sneezy, Grumpy, Happy, Bashful, Sleepy and Dopey. But when the Queen tricks Snow White with an enchanted apple, only the magic of true love's kiss can save her! - Director:
- William Cottrell
- Cast:
- Adriana Caselotti, Harry Stockwell, Lucille La Verne
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