Best Rated Movies of All Time

Explore the best rated movies of all time based on IMDb ratings, popularity, and audience votes. This collection includes only movies with at least 5,000 IMDb votes to ensure a more reliable and objective ranking. Discover top-rated action movies, dramas, thrillers, sci-fi films, crime movies, adventures, and cult classics. Use sorting filters to browse movies by rating, release date, or box office performance. This list is ideal for finding: top 100 movies of all time, highest rated movies, popular blockbuster films, and critically acclaimed movies worth watching.

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Forever Strong
26.09.2008 • USA • Drama • 112 min
Rick Penning, a talented rugby player, was the star of his Arizona high school team. However, a run-in with the law leads him to reflect on his choices while serving time in a Salt Lake City juvenile detention center.
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American Me
13.03.1992 • USA • Crime • 125 min
Budget $16,000,000
Box Office $13,100,000
This drama tells the story of Santana, a street gang leader who serves 18 years in Folsom Prison for his crimes. Even while incarcerated, he plans to start over when he's released. Hoping for a life free of crime, Santana returns to his old neighborhood. But his former gang members quickly remind him of his past, pulling him back into that world. The film explores loyalty, the possibility of redemption, and the difficulty of escaping one's history. As Santana struggles with the results of his choices and the allure of his former life, we see a powerful and unflinching look at people in a decaying city.
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Ill Manors
06.06.2012 • United Kingdom • Crime • 121 min
Budget $170,000
This ensemble film follows the lives of people in Forest Gate, London, over several days. Six interconnected stories explore themes of drug use, prostitution, and urban poverty.
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Barefoot
30.03.2005 • Germany • Romance • 110 min
A wealthy bachelor with a carefree lifestyle, estranged from his privileged family, develops feelings for a woman struggling with suicidal thoughts and mental illness.
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Save the Green Planet!
04.04.2003 • South Korea • Comedy • 117 min
Budget $3,000,000
A young, driven filmmaker becomes convinced that the country's political leaders are actually evil reptilian aliens planning to take over the world. Driven by a sense of injustice, he converts his basement into a film studio and an unsettling interrogation space, determined to expose these hidden invaders on film. As the situation escalates, his obsession pushes his sanity, friendships, and his belief in a looming global catastrophe to the breaking point.
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Colossus: The Forbin Project
08.04.1970 • USA • Science Fiction • 100 min
Budget $2,000,000
Box Office $308,828
This sci-fi thriller follows Dr. Charles Forbin, the creator of Colossus, a revolutionary supercomputer designed to control America's nuclear defense. Colossus quickly proves to be far more intelligent than anticipated, and the world grows reliant on its security. But as humanity places increasing trust in this artificial intelligence, the dangers of that reliance become clear. The future of the world rests on a machine capable of both safeguarding and obliterating civilization, raising the question of whether humans can retain control of their own future.
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My Bodyguard
11.07.1980 • USA • Comedy • 96 min
Box Office $22,482,952
Clifford Peach, an ordinary teenager, faces a tough high school environment dominated by a ruthless bully who demands lunch money. Clifford's refusal to back down makes him both enemies and an unlikely friend: a large, intimidating outcast feared by everyone, including the school. Clifford and this unconventional character develop a cautious partnership, discovering shared experiences that connect them. Their relationship deepens into a strong friendship as they find support in each other amidst the school's turmoil. Together, Clifford and his friend challenge their tormentors and explore the meaning of friendship and acceptance. This coming-of-age story explores self-discovery, courage, and the power of connection to overcome challenges. With humor, drama, and reflection, the film highlights the resilience of the human spirit and the strength found in unexpected friendships.
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We Are the Best!
28.03.2013 • Drama • 102 min
Box Office $180,590
In 1980s Stockholm, three young women defy expectations by forming a punk band. Undeterred by a prevailing belief that the punk movement has faded, they embark on their musical journey with no instruments.
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Priest
24.03.1995 • United Kingdom • Drama • 98 min
Box Office $4,176,932
Father Greg Pilkington struggles with his faith as a conservative Catholic priest and his secret love for another man, a conflict forbidden by the Church. His world is shaken when a young girl confesses a devastating secret about her father. Deeply affected, Greg is forced to confront the difficult choices between his personal desires, his religious beliefs, and the moral implications of his actions. The story explores the complexities of faith and the struggles of living authentically while grappling with profound dilemmas.
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A Small September Affair
14.02.2014 • Turkey • Mystery • 102 min
Box Office $4,245,887
A privileged young woman experiences a near-fatal car accident, her heart stopping briefly. Though doctors say she's unharmed, she feels deeply disturbed. She realizes a month of her life, September, is gone from her memory.
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Female Trouble
11.10.1974 • USA • Comedy • 98 min
Budget $25,000
Box Office $9,118
This character-driven story follows Dawn Davenport as she transforms from a rebellious teenager into a woman consumed by fame, ultimately facing a tragic fate. Initially driven by simple desires, like getting a specific gift, Dawn's ambition for celebrity and power pushes her toward manipulative and ruthless actions. The film examines the destructive nature of unchecked ambition and explores the complexities of the human mind, leading to a powerful and thought-provoking conclusion about the cost of fame.
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Blue Bayou
10.09.2021 • Drama • 117 min
Box Office $750,000
A Korean-American man, who has built a life for his family in the Louisiana bayou through hard work, is threatened with deportation. He's forced to face painful memories as he learns he might lose the only home he's ever known.
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Barbie as The Princess & the Pauper
28.09.2004 • Animation • 86 min
Barbie stars in this new animated musical, featuring seven original songs, which updates a beloved story about confusion and the importance of friendship. It's inspired by Mark Twain.
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Woman of the Year
05.02.1942 • USA • Comedy • 114 min
Budget $1,000,000
Box Office $2,700,000
Sam Craig and Tess Harding are two competitive journalists always vying for the best story. A chance meeting sparks a passionate romance, quickly leading to a spontaneous marriage. At first, they're overjoyed, but their careers unexpectedly clash. Sam feels overshadowed and resentful as Tess becomes increasingly involved in risky investigations, disrupting their life. Their professional ambitions and marital demands create growing tension. What began as a love story between two ambitious people begins to fall apart under the strain of their high-pressure jobs, exposing the difficulties of balancing love and career. The film explores the emotional toll on journalists who prioritize truth, and how it impacts their personal relationships.
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Theeb
26.10.2014 • Adventure • 100 min
Box Office $768,449
In 1916, deep in the Arabian Desert, young Theeb and his brother Hussein leave their tribe for a dangerous journey as the Great Revolt begins. To survive, Theeb must quickly discover the harsh realities of adulthood, the importance of trust, and the sting of betrayal.
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Shotgun Stories
01.10.2007 • USA • Drama • 92 min
Budget $250,000
Box Office $168,237
Shotgun Stories follows a bitter feud that ignites between two groups of half-brothers after their father dies. In the cotton fields and rural roads of Southeast Arkansas, these brothers confront how far they're willing to go to defend their families.
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Joy
15.11.2024 • United Kingdom • Drama • 115 min
A young nurse, a forward-thinking scientist, and an inventive surgeon encounter resistance from religious institutions, government authorities, the press, and the established medical community as they work towards creating the world's first 'test tube baby,' Louise Joy Brown.
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The Age of Shadows
07.09.2016 • South Korea • Action • 140 min
Budget $9,620,000
Box Office $53,165,427
In the late 1920s, *The Age of Shadows* depicts the escalating conflict between a band of resistance fighters attempting to smuggle explosives from Shanghai to Seoul for use against Japanese targets, and the Japanese agents determined to intercept them.
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What Have I Done to Deserve This?
25.10.1984 • Spain • Comedy • 102 min
Box Office $706,685
This film realistically portrays the difficulties of everyday life through the story of a weary housewife. She struggles to manage a chaotic home with an unsupportive husband, two rebellious sons, and a meddling mother-in-law. Adding to her challenges is her neighbor, a sex worker facing social prejudice. The film explores the resilience and strength of ordinary women as they navigate difficult relationships and circumstances.
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The Bow
12.05.2005 • South Korea • Drama • 90 min
Budget $950,000
Box Office $2,032,404
A 60-year-old man has been raising a girl since she was young, and they plan to marry on her 17th birthday. They live a secluded life on a fishing boat, renting it out to fishermen and practicing unusual rituals. Their peaceful existence is disrupted when a teenage student joins them on the voyage.
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Go for It
01.02.1983 • Italy • Adventure • 107 min
Doug, a regular truck driver, picks up Rosco, a carefree hitchhiker, who unexpectedly changes his life. Their road trip turns chaotic when they're mistaken for bank robbers by traffic police due to their truck and circumstances. Fleeing the misunderstanding, they find themselves in even more trouble at the airport, where they're mistaken for undercover secret agents. Doug and Rosco must use humor to escape these absurd situations while discovering a friendship. The film features funny encounters with authorities that disrupt their ordinary lives. It gently explores themes of trust, identity, and connection in this feel-good story.
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Belle Époque
04.12.1992 • Spain • Comedy • 109 min
In 1931, a young soldier deserts his post and finds refuge on a peaceful country farm, where he connects with the farmer, Manolo. They bond over shared political views. Manolo’s four daughters are drawn to Fernando, the new arrival. As Fernando gets to know them, he struggles to choose one for romance. The film explores love, family, and the impact of decisions set against a backdrop of political turmoil. It’s a journey filled with humor, emotion, and reflection, challenging societal expectations and examining the complexities of human connection.
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The Penguin Lessons
27.03.2025 • United Kingdom • Drama • 111 min
Box Office $13
In 1976, amidst Argentina's escalating violence and turmoil, a jaded English teacher rediscovers empathy through an unexpected bond with a penguin.
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The Wings of the Dove
04.09.1997 • Drama • 102 min
Box Office $13,692,648
Kate is torn between her feelings for Merton Densher, a struggling journalist, and the promise of wealth from Millie, a wealthy American woman who is ill. Haunted by her mother's unhappy marriage, Kate fears repeating the same mistakes. Seeking both love and financial stability, Kate creates a plan to connect with Millie. This leads to a complicated relationship filled with deception and affection, set against the backdrop of European society where wealth and reputation are paramount. As Kate navigates this difficult situation, she faces the realities of love and sacrifice while searching for her own happiness.
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Klown
16.12.2010 • Denmark • Comedy • 93 min
Box Office $13,273,759
Frank is unexpectedly responsible for his nephew Bo during a planned canoe trip, joined by Frank's friend Casper. Despite the added burden, Frank and Casper anticipate a celebratory end to the trip at the Skanderborg Festival, promising plenty of fun with drinking and women – a lifestyle that may not be ideal for young Bo. The film also explores how their partners view this situation.
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Crooklyn
13.05.1994 • USA • Comedy • 114 min
Budget $14,000,000
This Spike Lee film is set in 1970s Brooklyn, a neighborhood with a strong culture but facing economic hardship. It follows a dedicated school teacher and her jazz musician husband as they raise their five children. Using his distinctive storytelling style, Lee brings audiences to a time when music was central to daily life. The film examines the couple's love and dedication as they deal with difficulties in their careers, community, and family, while also highlighting the strength and spirit of the period.
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Election
20.10.2005 • Hong Kong • Crime • 101 min
Following his defeat in the election for chairman of the Wo Lin Shing triad, a gang leader retaliates by attempting to take control of the dragon-head baton – the symbol of leadership.
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The Far Country
12.02.1954 • USA • Western • 97 min
During the Klondike Gold Rush, a tough cattle driver and his talkative older friend get in trouble with the law in the Alaskan wilderness. They're ordered to make amends by delivering supplies to a rough Canadian town, under the supervision of a saloon owner. The pair face danger as they travel through a harsh landscape, battling their own issues and the lawless environment of the frontier. This story is about finding redemption and building friendship while trying to survive in a time when everyone is chasing wealth.
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Red Riding: The Year of Our Lord 1983
11.11.2009 • United Kingdom • Thriller • 105 min
Detective Chief Superintendent Maurice Jobson is haunted by the unsettling similarity to the 1974 disappearance of Clare Kemplay, and the conviction of Michael Myshkin, a local youth. John Piggott, a struggling local solicitor, becomes convinced of Myshkin's innocence and launches a campaign to prove it, unintentionally prompting Jobson to re-examine the past and potentially correct past injustices.
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Why Don't You Play in Hell?
14.09.2013 • Japan • Drama • 130 min
In Japan, a group of unconventional filmmakers devise a complex strategy with three goals: revive an actress's flagging career, resolve a violent conflict between yakuza gangs, and create a successful film.
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The Young Lions
02.04.1958 • USA • War • 167 min
Budget $3,000,000
This moving war film follows an unlikely trio: a young German man and two Americans, brought together by World War II. Amidst the war's chaos, these individuals, from different worlds, must find their way through uncertainty. Their intertwined stories explore camaraderie, survival, and the shifting boundaries of friendship and enmity. The film vividly portrays life in Europe during wartime, highlighting resilience, determination, and unexpected bonds forged in extraordinary times. This compelling story offers a fresh perspective on WWII, revealing previously unheard narratives from an often-overlooked viewpoint.
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71 Fragments of a Chronology of Chance
10.03.1995 • Drama • 100 min
The film follows the interwoven lives of people in Vienna who are unknowingly affected by a senseless Christmas Eve shooting. Told through 71 scenes, the story explores the emotional impact of the tragedy on many different people. The violence shakes the city, testing relationships and forcing difficult choices. It's a moving look at how ordinary people cope when faced with extraordinary circumstances, highlighting the strength of community during a crisis.
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Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants
17.11.2013 • France • Animation • 89 min
Budget $19,700,000
Box Office $30,000,000
A forgotten picnic in a quiet clearing ignites a war between two ant tribes. A brave young ladybug finds himself caught between them. He befriends Mandible, the leader of the black ants, and helps him defend their anthill from the relentless attacks of Butor and his fearsome red ant warriors. This is a remarkable adventure seen from a ground-level perspective.
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Ministry of Fear
31.12.1944 • USA • Crime • 86 min
After spending two years in an asylum, Stephen Neale returns to post-war England seeking peace. Instead, he finds that the turmoil of the war has spread throughout London. As he tries to adjust to this unsettling new world, Neale discovers a deadly spy ring operating in the city's shadows. Caught in this revelation, Neale struggles to determine who he can trust and how to act. The danger of espionage makes him question his own sanity. This intense story explores how wartime deception affects people's minds, following a man pulled into a dangerous plot that challenges his resolve and his perception of reality.
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Lover Come Back
20.12.1961 • USA • Comedy • 107 min
Box Office $16,937,969
In the cutthroat world of Madison Avenue advertising, ambitious professionals Jerry Webster and Carol Templeton have spent their careers competing for success. When Jerry wins a major client from Carol's firm, it sparks a fierce rivalry. Driven by revenge, Carol plots to sabotage Jerry's newest campaign. She infiltrates his top-secret project, hoping to persuade the innovative scientist behind the product to join her company. As they navigate the high-stakes advertising landscape, Jerry and Carol become locked in a relentless battle that challenges their professional skills and personal limits. The film suspensefully explores ambition and rivalry within the advertising industry, featuring compelling characters and a complex plot. It's an engaging look at how people will strive for success when facing challenges.
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Neighboring Sounds
19.11.2012 • Brazil • Thriller • 131 min
Box Office $47,974
A private security company arrives in a middle-class neighborhood in Recife, Brazil.
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Women in Love
13.09.1969 • United Kingdom • Drama • 131 min
Budget $1,250,000
In a 1920s English coal mining town, Gudrun and Ursula, two sisters, seek lives beyond their limited prospects. Their paths cross with a wealthy playboy and an intellectual educator, both men drawn to their captivating presence. As intense desires develop, the sisters' pursuit of freedom from societal norms leads to unexpected outcomes, revealing the precarious relationship between liberation and ruin.
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Godland
01.12.2022 • Denmark • Drama • 143 min
Budget $5,000,000
Box Office $1,560,518
In late 19th-century Iceland, a young Danish priest journeys to a remote region to construct a church and document the local population with photographs. However, as he ventures further into the harsh environment, he increasingly deviates from his original mission and his own moral compass.
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The Round Up
10.03.2010 • France • Drama • 115 min
Budget $20,000,000
Box Office $25,346,148
This film recounts the events of the 1942 Vel' d'Hiv Roundup, a significant historical event. It details the circumstances and happenings surrounding this period.
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The Life of Emile Zola
09.09.1937 • USA • Drama • 116 min
This film explores the life of Émile Zola, a renowned French writer, and his central role in the Dreyfus Affair, a major controversy that shook France in the late 19th century. The movie follows Zola's journey from a respected author to a passionate champion for justice, as he confronts the difficult task of revealing and correcting a serious wrong. The film carefully recreates the social environment of the time, depicting a country struggling with changing values. It highlights Zola’s strong beliefs and his willingness to challenge established norms, even if it means risking his own well-being. Using the Dreyfus Affair as its focus, the story examines themes of injustice, political maneuvering, and the importance of journalism. It's a compelling look at one man's struggle for truth and fairness, offering insight into a key moment in French history and the power of individual conviction.
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Gregory's Girl
23.04.1981 • United Kingdom • Comedy • 91 min
Box Office $7,710
A teenage boy deals with being sidelined from his soccer team after an injury. Feeling lost and frustrated, he's surprised when a new female player joins the team in his place. Instead of giving up, he’s drawn to her talent and spirit, developing strong feelings for her. As they navigate their growing relationship during adolescence, he learns about love, friendship, and facing difficulties. The film gently explores themes of finding yourself and growing as a person, all while keeping a light and youthful feel.
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The Out-of-Towners
28.05.1970 • USA • Comedy • 98 min
The Kellermans, an ordinary couple, move from their quiet suburban life to New York City. George takes a new job he believes will boost his career, but they soon find themselves caught in a world of deceit and corruption that endangers their careers and marriage. Navigating this difficult city, George and Gwen face their own struggles and adapt to a very different life. The film explores ambition, betrayal, and resilience as the couple confronts moral choices and questions what they believe in. This intense drama reveals the darker aspects of city living and examines the complexities of relationships. By showing the challenges the Kellermans face, the movie invites viewers to consider the hidden vulnerabilities beneath ordinary lives.
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Hopscotch
26.09.1980 • USA • Comedy • 104 min
Veteran CIA operative Miles Kendig engineers the escape of KGB agent Yaskov, prompting him to resign and write a memoir exposing the agency's secret operations. The CIA, learning of his book, dispatches agents to stop him. This sets off a global chase as Kendig evades his former colleagues while trying to publish his story. The film is a tense and witty exploration of international espionage, seen through the perspective of a disillusioned spy turned writer.
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Mr. Arkadin
27.06.1955 • Mystery • 107 min
A mysterious millionaire, Gregory Arkadin, has no memory of his life before the late 1920s. Guy Van Stratten, a former convict, is hired to investigate Arkadin's past. As Guy explores Arkadin's history, he discovers disturbing connections to a series of suspicious deaths. These revelations deepen the mystery surrounding Arkadin, leaving both Guy and the audience desperate to understand the truth behind this captivating story of deception and self-discovery.
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Afro Samurai: Resurrection
16.10.2009 • Animation • 101 min
Afro Samurai finally achieved vengeance for his father and found peace. However, a woman from his past, beautiful and lethal, draws him back into the world of assassins. The violence Afro has been avoiding erupts with renewed intensity, most powerfully fueled by Sio's burning hatred.
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Sound of Noise
25.12.2010 • Sweden • Comedy • 102 min
Budget $4,466,000
A police officer with no sense of rhythm must hunt a band of guerrilla percussionists. Their disruptive, public performances are causing chaos throughout the city.
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Mauvais Sang
26.11.1986 • Romance • 119 min
Two experienced criminals are given two weeks to pay off a large debt to a mysterious woman called 'The American.' Desperate, they team up with the son of their late partner and plan a daring heist: stealing the STBO vaccine from a heavily guarded lab. STBO is a rapidly spreading sexually transmitted disease affecting young people who have casual relationships. The vaccine is highly sought after on the black market due to its rarity. As they attempt the heist, the criminals move through a world where right and wrong are unclear, and their actions could deeply impact an entire generation.
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Darby O'Gill and the Little People
24.06.1959 • USA • Adventure • 90 min
A clever old man enters the world of leprechauns, aiming to trick their king and bring his daughter and her new caretaker together in love. His playful conversations with the Leprechaun King offer a humorous blend of magic and wit, while the story of the young couple's unlikely romance adds heart. Using his smarts and experience to solve problems and unite people, the old man’s journey is full of surprises and will charm audiences.
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Anything for Her
03.12.2008 • France • Drama • 96 min
Budget $10,000,000
Lisa and Julien have a peaceful life together with their son Oscar. Their world is turned upside down when the police arrest Lisa on murder charges, leading to a 20-year prison sentence. Julien is certain of his wife's innocence and resolves to fight for her release, no matter the cost.
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The Realm
28.09.2018 • Spain • Thriller • 132 min
Budget $4,552,700
Box Office $1,932,261
Manuel, a prominent Spanish politician whose privileged life is built on illegal dealings, faces exposure when a newspaper reveals his activities. To avoid imprisonment, he chooses to betray his entire political party. This decision endangers the lives of many people.
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