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Dracula (1974)Bram Stoker's Dracula / Dan Curtis' Dracula
Jack Palance stars in this made-for-TV dramatization of Bram Stoker's classic vampire novel. From his mountain castle, the Prince of Darkness Count Dracula summons the servants of the night to feast on human blood. But after he attacks Lucy Westenra (Fiona Lewis) her fiancé Arthur (Simon Ward) calls in famed vampire hunter Van Helsing (Nigel Davenport) to investigate, threatening Dracula's reign. - Director:
- Dan Curtis
- Cast:
- Jack Palance, Simon Ward, Nigel Davenport
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A prosaic filmization of George Orwell's cautionary novel, 1984 is set in a futuristic totalitarian society where individuality is forbidden. The ruler is the never-seen "Big Brother", whose minions have monitored and bugged the activities of the populace so that no one can harbor any "subversive" thoughts. Edmond O'Brien plays Winston Smith, a government functionary satisfied with his lot, until he commits the illegal act of falling in love with Julia (Jan Sterling), a member of the anti-sex league. The lovers try to escape the all-powerful influence of Big Brother, but their every move is recorded by listening and viewing devices. Both are captured and sent to rehabilitation centers; preying upon Winston's and Julia's innermost fears, the lieutenants of Big Brother break down their resistance and force them to betray one another. - Director:
- Michael Anderson
- Cast:
- Edmond O'Brien, Barbara Cavan, Anthony Jacobs
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The Cyberbully (2015)Cyber Bully
Maisie Williams (Arya Stark) gives an outstanding, critically acclaimed performance as Casey Jacobs, a troubled teenager battling against a malicious and terrifying cyber stalker. When Casey discovers her laptop has been hacked she assumes one of her school friends is to blame. In fact, the teenager has fallen prey to a sophisticated hacker who now has access to her anonymous posts and private selfies. Most disturbing of all, the perpetrator has taken control of Casey's webcam, and is watching her every move! But why has the Cyberbully chosen her, and is Casey Jacobs as innocent as she seems? - Director:
- Ben Chanan
- Cast:
- Maisie Williams, Wilson Haagens, Ella Purnell
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Before Night Falls (2000)Antes que anochezca
Before Night Falls spans the whole of the brilliant Cuban author Reinaldo Arenas' life, from his poverty-stricken childhood to his persecution, torture and exile from Fidel Castro's Cuba. It is a vivid portrait of a remarkably talented and responsive man and a piercing account of political, artistic and sexual repression. - Director:
- Julian Schnabel
- Cast:
- Javier Bardem, Johnny Depp, Olatz López Garmendia
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Sheriff Alan Pangborn (Ed Harris) has a devil of a problem: Suddenly all the residents of his sleepy little town are inexplicably lashing out at one another in outbursts of cruelty. There certainly appears to be no relationship between these strange events and the opening of an unusual antiques shop down the street. However, business is booming and the shop's mysterious owner (Max Von Sydow) seems to have something special for everyone... as long as they're willing part with more than just their money. - Director:
- Fraser Clarke Heston
- Cast:
- Max von Sydow, Ed Harris, Bonnie Bedelia
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Gruesome Australian comedy horror in which a sinister chemical institute tests a new drug on the unsuspecting inhabitants of a quiet Melbourne suburb. The citizens of Homesville experience hallucinations and gruesome mutations of their skin and internal organs after being given free dietary supplements in their mail, causing chaos for the local community who begin to die increasingly horrific deaths. - Director:
- Philip Brophy
- Cast:
- Gerard Kennedy, Andrew Daddo, Ian Smith
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In 'Deathstalker II', the legendary swordsman (John Terlesky) finds his battle isn't over yet as he must save the kingdom from the iron grip of the tyrannical Jarek and the seductive Sultana. Together they have ruled the land by creating an evil doppelganger of the lovely Princess Evie (Monique Gabrielle). Enlisted into the service of the real Princess Evie, our courageous hero must now return her to her rightful place of power…but can even the dynamic Deathstalker defeat Jarek? - Director:
- Jim Wynorski
- Cast:
- John Terlesky, Monique Gabrielle, John Lazar
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"Deathstalker" tells the tale of a mighty warrior (Richard Hill) tasked to battle the dark forces within a fantastic kingdom. Embarking on a journey to a brutally challenging tournament, Deathstalker seeks its magnificent spoils: the throne of the wicked wizard Munkar, an unstoppable mystical power, and the love of the beautiful Princess Codille (Barbi Benton). But first, Deathstalker must prove himself worthy of his legacy...with danger and treachery lurking at every turn. - Director:
- James Sbardellati
- Cast:
- Rick Hill, Barbi Benton, Richard Brooker
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All that Bill (John Beck) and Jane (Marsha Mason) Templeton wish for is a quiet, peaceful life with their 11-year-old daughter Ivy (Susan Swift). But their dreams turn to nightmares as Ivy is besieged first by terrifying "memories"... and then by a mysterious stranger who stalks her every move, and claims that Ivy was in fact his daughter in another life. - Director:
- Robert Wise
- Cast:
- Anthony Hopkins, Marsha Mason, John Beck
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Mission to Mars (2000)Misión a Marte
The year is 2020, and the first manned mission to Mars, commanded by Luke Graham (Don Cheadle), lands safely on the red planet. But the Martian landscape harbors a bizarre and shocking secret that leads to a mysterious disaster so catastrophic, it decimates the crew. Haunted by a cryptic last message from Graham, NASA launches the Mars Recovery Mission to investigate and bring back survivors. Confronted with insurmountable dangers but propelled by deep friendship, the team finally lands on Mars and makes a discovery so amazing, it takes your breath away. - Director:
- Brian De Palma
- Cast:
- Tim Robbins, Bill Timoney, Gary Sinise
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When charwoman Mrs. Cragg (Peggy Mount), learns that her entire street is to be demolished by some unscrupulous business types, she and her friends decide to take matters into their own hands. Using important financial information gathered from the offices at which they regularly clean, the group seek to make a fortune in insider dealing to save their homes. - Director:
- C.M. Pennington-Richards
- Cast:
- Peggy Mount, Robert Morley, Harry H. Corbett
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Matilda the Musical (2022)Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical
Based on the hit show, the story centres around Matilda (Alisha Weir), an extraordinary girl with a sharp mind and vivid imagination who takes a stand against her terrible parents and villainous head teacher! At Crunchem Hall school, Matilda meets the inspirational teacher, Miss Honey (Lashana Lynch), but also goes up against her fearsome headmistress Miss Trunchbull (Emma Thompson). Filled with an overwhelming sense of justice, courageous Matilda fights for what's right and teaches Trunchbull a valuable lesson! - Director:
- Matthew Warchus
- Cast:
- Alisha Weir, Emma Thompson, Lashana Lynch
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Radical scientist Victor Frankenstein (James McAvoy) and his trusted assistant Igor (Daniel Radcliffe) share a noble vision of aiding humanity through their groundbreaking research into immortality. But when Victor's experiments go too far, his obsession has horrifying consequences, and now only Igor can bring his friend back from the brink of madness...and save him from his monstrous creation! - Director:
- Paul McGuigan
- Cast:
- Daniel Radcliffe, James McAvoy, Jessica Brown-Findlay
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Blazing Saddles (1974)Blazing Saddles: 30th Anniversary Special Edition
"My name is Jim, but most people call me...Jim". And most people call Blazing Saddles deliriously funny. Filmmaker, star and paddle-ball whiz Mel Brooks goes way out West and way out of his mind with a spiffy spoof set in an 1874 Old West where 1974 Hollywood is just one soundstage away-and where nonstop fun blasts prejudices to the high comedy heavens. Cleavon Little, Gene Wilder, Slim Pickens, Harvey Korman, Madeline Kahn and more join for horseplay and horselaughs, making Blazing Saddles the # 6 choice among the American Film Institute's Top-100 Comedies. Give these out to the boys in Lieu of pay. And enjoy - Director:
- Mel Brooks
- Cast:
- Cleavon Little, Gene Wilder, Slim Pickens
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Followers (2021)Cassette
A struggling social media influencer discovers that the house he shares is haunted. The paranormal brings him and his friends unimaginable success. But at what cost?- Director:
- Marcus Harben
- Cast:
- Daniel Cahill, Nina Wadia, Tanya Burr
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