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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The Three Musketeers
20.10.1948 • USA • Adventure • 125 min
Budget $4,474,000
Box Office $8,412,000
This action-packed adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' classic takes place in 17th-century France, following the daring Musketeers, the king's elite guards. The story highlights their athleticism, swordsmanship, and loyalty. As political plots threaten the monarchy, these brave guards must use their skills and intelligence to defend the kingdom from those who would destroy it. The film explores friendship, honor, and sacrifice in the unforgettable journey of France's legendary protectors.
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Checkered Ninja
25.12.2018 • Denmark • Animation • 83 min
A possessed Ninja doll joins forces with a teenage boy to avenge the death of a young factory worker.
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Blonde Venus
23.09.1932 • USA • Drama • 93 min
The film centers on an aging German performer who returns to cabaret as the glamorous Blonde Venus to fund life-saving medical care for her husband. Her captivating performances draw the attention of a powerful politician, leading to a complicated relationship filled with love, ambition, and difficult choices. The protagonist must grapple with her own desires and responsibilities, ultimately questioning societal norms about women and personal happiness.
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Dodge City
08.04.1939 • USA • Western • 104 min
This Western follows Wade Hatton, a former wagon master who becomes the new sheriff of a rough frontier town. The arrival of the railroad promises progress, but also stirs up existing tensions. Hatton is determined to bring law and order, facing betrayal, violence, and greed as he tries to build a stable life for the townspeople. In this dusty cow town, he emerges as a symbol of hope and leadership, working to transform the wild frontier into a civilized community. The film explores courage, resilience, and the strength of the human spirit during a time of change.
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Dark Blue World
17.05.2001 • Action • 112 min
Budget $5,000,000
In 1939, when Nazi Germany invades Czechoslovakia, Lieutenant Franta Slama, a skilled pilot, is tasked with training Karel Vojtisek, a young and talented flier. They quickly form a close friendship. Both men refuse to submit to the new regime and flee to England, joining Czech exiles in the Royal Air Force. During a mission over England, Karel's plane crashes, leading him to the farm of Susan, a woman whose husband is in the Navy. Karel and Susan begin a passionate romance, but she eventually chooses the more experienced Franta. As Franta and Karel try to hold onto their friendship, they face growing romantic tension and rivalry.
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Black God, White Devil
13.03.1964 • Brazil • Adventure • 120 min
Box Office $3,200
Manuel and Rosa flee into the sertão, the harsh, remote region of Northern Brazil, after an unforeseen act of violence involving their employer. There, battling to survive, they face a series of menacing figures who exert a growing influence over them. The film is a gripping story about desperation, survival, and how the unforgiving landscape shapes people's actions, offering a powerful and immersive cinematic experience.
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Possessed
29.05.1947 • USA • Drama • 108 min
A woman is found lost and unresponsive in Los Angeles. She doesn't recognize anyone or speak. A doctor slowly earns her trust, and she begins to recount a complex story filled with trauma and pain. The narrative reveals a woman struggling to distinguish between reality and imagination, piecing together a fractured past to find peace in the present. The film explores human strength while examining the nature of memory and survival.
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Box of Moonlight
29.08.1996 • USA • Comedy • 112 min
Al Fountain, a middle-aged electrical engineer, faces a mid-life crisis. To escape his routine, he extends a business trip into an unplanned road journey to find a lake from his youth. Instead of peace, he meets Kid, a young man full of freedom. Al is drawn to Kid's carefree attitude and begins to shed his responsibilities. They explore together, embracing life’s surprises. Through friendship and laughter, Al undergoes a transformation, realizing the value of joy and self-discovery. This story shows how to break free from expectations, find new adventures, and rediscover meaning in life.
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Shanghai Triad
14.09.1995 • China • Drama • 108 min
Budget $2,300,000
In 1930s Shanghai, a young boy named Shuisheng travels from the countryside to join his uncle Liushu in the city. He quickly becomes a servant for Bijou, the mistress of Laoda, who leads the powerful Tang Triad. The film explores the complex world of criminal organizations and their dangerous alliances, where threats are both obvious – from rival gangs – and hidden. Shuisheng navigates this new environment, encountering cunning strategists and powerful figures. The story examines themes of loyalty, power, and survival, as well as the price of entering a foreign world. Set against an authentic backdrop of 1930s Shanghai, the film follows Shuisheng's journey through a period of transformation and a fight for control.
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The Lovers
05.11.1958 • France • Romance • 91 min
This film follows a woman whose predictable life in a small town is disrupted when she starts to doubt her marriage. Feeling neglected by her workaholic husband, she becomes drawn to romantic ideas and wants a different kind of relationship. She becomes fascinated by Paris, seeing it as a place of freedom and opportunity. But as she explores this new world, she faces challenges and must deal with the results of her choices, ultimately changing how she views love and commitment.
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Undercover
11.10.2024 • Spain • Drama • 119 min
In late 1990s Basque Country, Spain, a young police officer successfully infiltrates the dangerous terrorist organization ETA.
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The People vs. Fritz Bauer
13.09.2015 • Germany • History • 105 min
Box Office $148,461
Set in late 1950s Germany, a nation prospering economically but increasingly avoiding its Nazi past, Fritz Bauer relentlessly pursues justice for the Third Reich's crimes. He receives a letter from Argentina claiming a daughter is involved with Adolf Eichmann's son. Believing this could be a crucial breakthrough and wary of a compromised German legal system, Bauer travels to Jerusalem to collaborate with Mossad, Israel's secret service. This act of collaboration is considered treason, but Bauer sees it as the only way to truly serve his country.
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The Hammer
01.04.2007 • USA • Comedy • 88 min
Ferro, nearing forty, feels unfulfilled working as a construction worker and teaching boxing in Los Angeles. Following a victory against a promising young boxer, Ferro resolves to compete professionally one last time. The film follows his improbable journey to pursue a gold medal at the Olympics.
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Lassie Come Home
01.12.1943 • USA • Family • 88 min
Budget $666,000
Box Office $4,517,000
During a difficult time, the Carraclough family must give up their dog, Lassie. She is sold to the Duke of Rudling, but the loyal dog refuses to be apart from young Joe, her boy. Lassie then undertakes a dangerous journey to get back to Joe, showing the strong connection between dogs and their owners and how love and strength help people overcome hard times.
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Burn!
21.12.1969 • Italy • History • 129 min
Sir William Walker, a capable mercenary, becomes deeply involved in the political turmoil of a Caribbean island. He was previously instrumental in starting a slave revolt on Queimada to benefit British sugar production. Now, he's been hired to suppress the very rebels he helped create, who now threaten British economic interests. Walker must confront the ethical cost of his past actions and deal with the repercussions of disrupting the island’s power dynamics.
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Love Untangled
28.08.2025 • South Korea • Romance • 121 min
A teenage girl is determined to attract the school's popular guy by changing her hairstyle. Her plans take an unexpected turn with the arrival of a new student.
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Teacher's Pet
01.04.1958 • USA • Comedy • 120 min
A seasoned city editor seeking a new perspective disguises himself as a student to experience college life. He enrolls in a journalism class and becomes intrigued by a professor who focuses on the theory behind the profession. As they interact, the editor develops a connection with the professor, leading to playful flirtation. They both learn from each other – the editor from unconventional teaching methods, the professor from new insights into journalistic values. The film explores how stepping outside one's comfort zone can challenge assumptions about people and relationships, set against the backdrop of print journalism and academia.
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The Wild and Wonderful Whites of West Virginia
01.04.2009 • USA • Documentary • 86 min
"The Wild and Wonderful Whites of West Virginia," produced by Johnny Knoxville and Jeff Tremaine for MTV and Dickhouse Productions, documents Jesco White, a famous outlaw, and his unusual family in the Appalachian mountains. The Whites face legal troubles alongside poverty, drug use, and other hardships, but they also maintain a traditional dancing style. The film balances humor and sadness to offer a direct portrayal of life on the fringes of rural mountain communities.
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The Hanging Tree
19.02.1959 • USA • Western • 107 min
In a dramatic story set in a rough Montana mining town, Joseph "Doc" Frail, a man escaping a troubled past, finds a new life. He saves Rune from an unjust execution, and the two men become bound together. Doc becomes the town doctor and takes Rune under his care, shaping him into a devoted helper. As Doc develops a relationship with Elizabeth, a young woman recovering from trauma, they form a strong connection. Their love is threatened when a violent attack puts them both at risk. Doc's attempts to protect Elizabeth complicate their situation and test the peace they've found in this isolated place. The film explores themes of finding redemption, love, and facing one's history. As Doc confronts his inner struggles, he discovers that protecting others can lead to his own salvation. Against the backdrop of a lawless mining camp, the story examines how love can offer hope in difficult times.
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The Men
25.08.1950 • USA • Drama • 85 min
After being paralyzed in World War II, Ken struggles to adjust to life in a veteran's hospital. Overwhelmed by resentment and isolation, he pushes away his fiancée and embraces bitterness. Dr. Brock, the hospital's head physician, believes connection is vital for healing and encourages Ken to join the ward's community. There, Ken meets Norm, Leo, and Angel, each with their own difficult pasts. Slowly, these men help Ken rediscover hope and rebuild his spirit, showing him that friendship can overcome even the toughest challenges.
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R
22.04.2010 • Denmark • Crime • 99 min
Rune, powerfully portrayed by Pilou Asbæk, is a young man serving time for a violent crime. He's transferred to the prison's toughest ward and must quickly navigate its complex system of rules, loyalty, and expectations to survive. Rune also goes by Rachid, and he forms an unlikely friendship with a fellow inmate, a young Muslim prisoner. Together, they challenge the ingrained racial divisions within the prison.
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Go West
01.11.1925 • USA • Comedy • 83 min
A New Yorker facing constant job struggles seeks a fresh start in the countryside. He finds an unexpected opportunity: leading a cattle drive from one coast to the other. The story follows his journey, exploring themes of perseverance and self-discovery as he faces the challenges of this demanding but rewarding task. Along the way, he meets diverse people and experiences landscapes that change his perspective on life. The film explores both the physical journey and the hero's inner transformation as he leads a massive herd across vast distances. With stunning visuals and a compelling character story, this movie captures the resilience of the human spirit when confronted with hardship.
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35 Shots of Rum
18.02.2009 • France • Drama • 101 min
A widower and his daughter attend the retirement party of a colleague of his, which also marks the closure of the colleague's department at the university where she works.
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Hipsters
25.12.2008 • Russia • Drama • 130 min
Budget $15,000,000
Box Office $17,101,695
Set in 1950s Moscow, this popular Russian musical follows a group of friends who express defiance against Soviet control through their love of jazz. When Communist Party member Mels falls for Polly, a spirited jazz enthusiast, he faces the potential loss of his party affiliation by becoming involved with her unconventional circle.
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Jesse Stone: Sea Change
22.05.2007 • USA • Drama • 88 min
Police Chief Jesse Stone struggles with his deteriorating relationship with his ex-wife and worries about returning to alcoholism. To distract himself, he focuses on solving the unsolved murder of a bank teller killed during a robbery. His investigation into a reported rape creates tension with the town council, who are determined to maintain Paradise's image as a perfect seaside getaway.
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Don't Be Bad
08.09.2015 • Italy • Crime • 102 min
Set in the outskirts of Rome near Ostia during the 1990s, the film depicts a world of readily available wealth, luxury, nightclubs, and drugs. Young Vittorio and Cesare, both in their early twenties, pursue their ambitions for success within this environment.
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The Dark Corner
09.04.1946 • USA • Crime • 99 min
Former convict Bradford Galt now runs a private investigation agency and feels he's being stalked. He and his secretary, Kathleen Stewart, investigate the mystery surrounding this threat. The film explores trust and survival as Galt uses his instincts to avoid danger. Suspense grows as they navigate secrets and hidden motives. The plot features unexpected twists. Galt discovers the danger is closer than he thought while uncovering a web of crime. The story highlights resilience and the strength of friendship in difficult situations. This gripping film promises mystery, suspense, and intrigue with memorable characters and a compelling atmosphere.
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A Frozen Flower
30.12.2008 • South Korea • Drama • 133 min
Budget $10,000,000
Box Office $18,980,744
This historical drama explores the bond between a king and his personal bodyguard during the Koryo dynasty.
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Bait
26.03.2019 • United Kingdom • Drama • 89 min
Martin Ward is a fisherman who no longer has a boat. His brother Steven has turned their father's boat into a tourist attraction, creating tension between them. Their childhood home is now a vacation spot for wealthy Londoners, forcing Martin to move to a house overlooking the harbor. As he tries to bring the family back to their traditional life, he clashes with both tourists and locals. A tragedy involving his family shifts his perspective on everything.
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Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean
12.11.1982 • USA • Drama • 110 min
Budget $850,000
Box Office $840,000
The film follows a group of devoted fans celebrating the 20th anniversary of James Dean's death. It explores their lives and memories, blending nostalgia and remembrance. They gather in a small five-and-dime store, a place connected to their shared past where they once discussed his films and shared stories about the actor. The movie captures their intimate reunions, filled with laughter and tears as they celebrate their enduring love for James Dean. The film shows how, even after his death, Dean's legacy continues to connect these fans. They find comfort in each other’s company, united by their admiration for his work. It’s a story about loss, nostalgia, and the lasting power of fandom, demonstrating how an artist's life can bring people together across generations.
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The Whales of August
14.10.1987 • USA • Drama • 90 min
Two elderly sisters spend a peaceful late summer afternoon together in a scenic Maine town, sharing memories and reflecting on their lives. Surrounded by beautiful scenery, they have heartfelt conversations about their shared past and how it shaped them. The film uses subtle visuals and soft colors to convey the sisters' thoughtful reflections. It explores not just their memories, but also the complexities of family, aging, and the passage of time. In this quiet story, the sisters consider their own mortality. The film prompts viewers to think about their own lives, family, and the importance of appreciating loved ones. It’s a gentle reminder to cherish time and the memories we make.
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My Boy Jack
11.11.2007 • United Kingdom • Drama • 93 min
During World War I, Rudyard Kipling and his wife embark on a desperate search for their 17-year-old son who has gone missing.
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The Widow of Saint-Pierre
19.04.2000 • Romance • 112 min
In 1850, a murder deeply disturbs the community on the remote French island of Saint-Pierre. Two fishermen are arrested in connection with the crime. Louis Ollivier dies while in custody, and Neel Auguste is condemned to death. Because the island is too small to have a guillotine or executioner, they must be brought from the mainland for the execution. In the meantime, Auguste is kept under the watchful eye of an army Captain.
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Saint Frances
28.02.2020 • USA • Comedy • 100 min
Budget $150,000
Bridget begins the summer by having an abortion right after securing a job as a nanny for a six-year-old in the wealthy suburb of Evanston, Illinois – a position she desperately needs.
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Betting on Zero
17.03.2016 • USA • Documentary • 104 min
Bill Ackman, a well-known hedge fund manager, has launched a campaign to prove that Herbalife, a major nutritional company, is actually a massive pyramid scheme. Herbalife executives, however, accuse Ackman of trying to destroy their company through market manipulation, hoping to profit from his substantial investment in betting against their stock.
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The Tough Ones
15.01.1999 • Finland • Drama • 105 min
Budget $1,143,000
"The Tough Ones" follows Antti and Jussi, two men trying to rebuild their lives after prison. One of them now works as a police officer and tries to help his friends start over in a small town. But the temptation of quick money leads Antti and Jussi to start an illegal liquor business, putting them at risk of returning to jail. The film is about friendship, finding redemption, and the difficulties people with criminal histories face when trying to rejoin society.
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Mother Night
01.11.1996 • USA • Drama • 114 min
During World War II, an American agent infiltrates enemy territory to spread propaganda and weaken the Axis powers. He becomes entangled in a dangerous double life, posing as a Nazi propagandist while secretly working for the Allies. The film explores the difficult moral choices of espionage and the lasting psychological impact of living with such a profound secret. It's a story about loyalty, sacrifice, and the consequences of wartime decisions.
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The Patience Stone
20.02.2013 • Drama • 102 min
Box Office $148,671
In a war-torn nation, a woman cares for her husband, who is in a coma after being shot in the neck and left behind by his fellow jihadists. She begins to speak to him, sharing thoughts and feelings she's never expressed before.
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Last Stop 174
24.10.2008 • Brazil • Drama • 108 min
Budget $4,700,002
Box Office $1,672,292
Sandro was a boy who loved rapping, kissing, gazing at the Christ the Redeemer statue, and dreaming of Copacabana. Growing up on the streets, the story culminates in the infamous bus hijacking of June 12th, 2000, when Sandro took control of bus 174.
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7 Faces of Dr. Lao
18.03.1964 • USA • Fantasy • 100 min
When high school student Jimmy Roberts has a life-changing brain transplant, he unexpectedly finds himself living inside the animated world of cartoonist Milt Appleday. Now able to see Milt’s characters around him, Jimmy deals with typical teenage life alongside his best friend Craig and Craig’s captivating older sister Robin, a huge fan of Milt’s work. But their world is disrupted when they discover Milt's estranged son, Sonny, will do anything to get his father's brain back, hoping to claim Milt's incredible art as his own.
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Passport to Pimlico
26.10.1949 • Comedy • 84 min
During a routine bomb disposal mission in Pimlico, an accidental detonation of a World War II bomb reveals a hidden secret: the area is actually part of Burgundy, France. This discovery throws the community into chaos as it suddenly becomes foreign territory. The British government responds by imposing border controls, disrupting residents' lives and cutting off essential services, leading to a tense standoff. The story explores themes of national identity and political power, examining how the residents navigate this drastic change and how their relationships are tested in the face of an international dispute over sovereignty. It also highlights their resilience and adaptability.
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Bleach the Movie: Memories of Nobody
16.12.2006 • Japan • Fantasy • 87 min
Box Office $1,238,072
Strange spirits are suddenly appearing all over Karakura Town. Ichigo Kurosaki and Rukia Kuchiki try to handle the situation when they encounter Senna, a mysterious shinigami who eliminates most of the spirits. Senna gives no explanation and refuses to talk, so Ichigo must follow her while Rukia investigates the cause of the disturbances.
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Lisbon Story
16.12.1994 • Drama • 100 min
Wim Wenders' "Lisbon Story" is a love letter to Lisbon and filmmaking. The film follows a sound engineer's journey across Europe as he searches for his mysterious friend, who is making a movie in Lisbon. Initially a simple search for connection, the quest becomes a deep look at friendship, artistic passion, and their shared love of cinema. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Lisbon, the film explores the city's pull on dreamers and artists, while also prompting the characters to examine their own ambitions within the world of film.
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Cyclo
27.09.1995 • Drama • 123 min
In Ho Chi Minh City, a young cyclo driver struggles with poverty and the difficulties of city life. He works tirelessly to support his two sisters and grandfather, but is drawn into a criminal world. Renting his cyclo from a mysterious woman, he starts committing small crimes to survive. The film explores desperation, survival, and difficult choices as the main character navigates the dangerous world of Vietnamese organized crime. The director vividly portrays the chaotic atmosphere of Ho Chi Minh City while examining the emotional strength of people facing hardship. As the driver's life becomes more involved with criminal activity, the audience questions how long he can continue and what consequences his choices will have.
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Black Dog
15.06.2024 • China • Drama • 116 min
Box Office $4,600,000
Lang returns to his hometown in Northwest China after serving time in prison. He takes a job with the local dog patrol, tasked with removing stray dogs from the town before the Olympics. There, he forms an unexpected bond with a black dog, and the pair begin a journey together.
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James Dean
04.08.2001 • USA • Drama • 90 min
This biopic explores the life of a famous actor in the 1950s, revealing the man behind the legend and offering a glimpse into Hollywood's inner workings. The film examines how his personal struggles mirrored the intense roles he played in iconic films like *East of Eden*, *Rebel Without a Cause*, and *Giant*.
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Pathfinder
03.09.1987 • Norway • Adventure • 86 min
In 1000 AD, the story takes place in the rugged lands of northern Scandinavia, where the brutal tjuder tribe terrorizes the peaceful Sámi people. Aigin survives the murder of his family by the tjuder and finds refuge with other frightened Sámi planning to escape to the coast. Aigin chooses to stay behind, driven by a desire for revenge. The tjuder find him and force him to lead them to the remaining Sámi. Instead, Aigin formulates a plan to stop his enemies before they reach the camp, transforming a potential disaster into a story of survival and payback.
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Super Size Me 2: Holy Chicken!
06.09.2019 • USA • Documentary • 93 min
Documentarian Morgan Spurlock returns to his critique of the food industry by opening his own fast-food restaurant.
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Just Friends
25.05.2019 • Netherlands • Romance • 84 min
On the tenth anniversary of his father's death, Joris confronts his fractured family when he meets Yad, a spirited young man who has recently returned home to the Netherlands after living independently. Both grappling with family complexities, Joris and Yad form an immediate bond and desire a deeper connection. However, they worry their families might disapprove of their budding relationship.
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Short Sharp Shock
15.10.1998 • Germany • Crime • 100 min
Budget $500,000
In Altona, Hamburg, Gabriel, Bobby, and Costa have a deep friendship from childhood. After prison, Gabriel wants to leave his criminal life behind, but struggles to stay away from his friends who are still involved in petty crime. As they deal with dangerous mafia figures and failed schemes, their friendship is tested. This drama explores loyalty, betrayal, and the search for redemption in a diverse city. The film follows compelling characters torn by their desires, offering a realistic look at the impact of crime and the difficulties of maintaining friendships when trust is fragile.
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