<p>Dicky Ecklund (CHRISTIAN BALE) is a former boxing legend that squandered his talents and threw away his shot at greatness. Micky Ward (MARK WAHLBERG), his half brother, is the struggling journeyman boxer who spent his life living in his big brother's shadow.</p><p>"The Fighter" is the inspirational, true story of these two brothers who, against all the odds, come together to train for a historic title bout that will unite their fractured family, redeem their pasts and, at last, give their hard-luck town what it's been waiting for: pride. The story unfolds on the gritty, blue-collar streets of Lowell, Mass, where Dicky was once known as "The Pride of Lowell" having gone the distance with the world champion Sugar Ray Leonard. However, after losing that fight, like the town of Lowell, Dicky's fallen on hard times. His boxing days are behind him and his life has become shattered by drug abuse.</p><p>Younger brother Micky, meanwhile, has become the family's fighter and fading hope for a champion. But despite all of his work, Micky's career is failing and he loses fight after punishing fight. Dicky and Micky's tougher-than-nails mother, Alice (MELISSA LEO),manages his career and Dicky serves as his highly unreliable trainer. When Micky's latest fight nearly kills him, it looks like it could all be over - until his iron-willed new girlfriend, Charlene (AMY ADAMS), convinces him to do the unthinkable: split with his family, pursue his own interests and train without his increasingly volatile and criminal brother.</p><p>Now Micky has the chance of a lifetime as he earns a shot at the World Championship. But when his brother and dysfunctional family reenter his life, they must all reconcile theirpasts and become more than just a family in name. With Micky and Dicky reunited, this becomes more than just a fight - it's an all-out comeback for these brothers, their family, and their city. When it's over, Micky will have become a World Champion, a Hall of Fame legend, and the new "Pride of Lowell". The Fighter is a moving and often humorous drama about fighting for the people you love.</p>

<p>Small-town boy Shawn MacArthur (Channing Tatum) has come to New York City with nothing. Barely earning a living selling counterfeit goods on the streets, his luck changes when scam artist Harvey Boarden (Terrence Howard) sees that he has a natural talent for streetfighting. When Harvey offers Shawn help at making the real cash, the two form an uneasy partnership.</p><p>As Shawn's manager, Harvey introduces him to the corrupt bare-knuckle circuit, where rich men bet on disposable pawns. Almost overnight, he becomes a star brawler, taking down professional boxers, mixed martial arts champs and ultimate fighters in a series of staggeringly intense bouts. But if Shawn ever hopes to escape the dark world in which he's found himself, he must now face the toughest fight of his life.</p>

<p>Bell will play the title role of Jacob 'The Manic Maniac' Rosenthal, an up-and-coming boxer whose extreme OCD is the key to his success in the ring. After a devastating breakup with Mara's character, he's forced to evaluate his many neuroses and whether or not he can be truly happy and a great fighter at the same time.</p>

<p>The story of two men who meet head to head in the ring for a fight that will change their lives. One man fights for redemption and forgiveness while the other fights for hope and change. In the end, win or lose, they realize they need each other to make it through.</p>

<p>Darrin Hill (Cuba Gooding, Jr.) has just lost his job with a New York advertising firm and bill collectors are chasing him all over the city. But just when he thinks his luck has completely run out, Darrin discovers he's the only surviving relative of his Aunt Sally who has just left him $150,000.00. Traveling back to his small hometown of Montecarlo, Georgia, to attend the funeral and collect his inheritance, Darrin soon discovers that Sally's written a tiny catch into her will. Her last wish is that her beloved nephew create a choir, enter it in the annual Gospel Explosion and bring home a victory.</p> <p>Between the bickering and the difficulties finding talented singers in the community, not to mention that his heart just isn't into the whole thing, Darrin has his work cut out for him...until he meets Lilly (Beyoncé Knowles). A beautiful jazz singer with a voice to match, Lilly awakens feelings in Darrin he didn't know he had. Suddenly, collecting the money or heading back to New York City aren't important anymore, and he realizes that Aunt Sally left him something much more than an inheritance.</p> <p>At the center of the new community that Darrin discovers is the Beulah Baptist Church, a meeting place for an eclectic and hilarious cast of characters not to mention a showcase for a young, talented group of rising stars.</p>

<p>A beautiful assassin with a dark past botches an important assignment, setting her on a collision course with a deadly nemesis who has been lurking in the shadows and awaiting the perfect moment to strike. Ray (Kelli Fleming) is a killer who has learned to harness her anger and use it to her advantage. She's a lethal killer, and she always gets the job done. When ageing hitman Will (Willie Nelson) hires Ray to carry out a series of high profile assignments, the pair find their stories intertwining through a clandestine antique trade involving the Korean government. Just then, Ray's latest job goes horribly awry and an innocent woman is killed. In the aftermath of that tragedy, Ray finds herself fighting old demons as she prepares to take on a new nemesis. Can Will prevent Ray from making the same mistakes that he once made, and what is Ray's real connection to Will's boss and the Korean government? Find out the answer to these questions and more as the bullets begin to fly in a fast-paced martial arts action thriller from director Sam Um.</p>

<p>Reformed gangster and former wrestler Ricky (Nick Frost), his wife Julia (Lena Headey), daughter Saraya (Florence Pugh) and son Zak (Jack Lowden) who make a living performing in tiny venues across the UK. Ricky and Julia want a better life for their children and when brother and sister get the chance to audition for the WWE, it seems the family dream is coming true and all their troubles will be solved. </p><p>However, Saraya and Zak are about to learn that becoming a WWE Superstar demands more than they ever imagined possible as athletes and siblings. Based on the true-life story of the Norwich wrestler 'Rowdy' Ricky Knight and his wrestling family.</p>

<p>In the whimsical and heartfelt adventure "Figment," a young girl named Milly, portrayed by [c=Kira Josephson], discovers her ordinary world is anything but. When her family, including her parents played by [c=Jen Van Epps] and [c=Matt Whelan], moves into a mysterious new home, Milly stumbles upon a forgotten realm where imagination literally comes to life. Guided by a peculiar and charming creature born from her own creativity, she embarks on a journey through this vibrant, unpredictable landscape. Directed and written by [c=Rob McElhenney], this family film explores the power of facing one's fears and the courage found in unexpected friendships. As Milly navigates surreal challenges and dazzling wonders, she must learn to harness the strength of her own mind to mend what has been broken, both in the fantastical world and within her own heart.</p>

"Filly Brown" is an inspiring and gritty portrait of a young artist's striving to find her voice and seize her dreams without compromise. Majo Tonorio, a.k.a. "Filly Brown," is a raw, young Los Angeles hip-hop artist who spits rhymes from the heart. With an incarcerated mother, and a father struggling to provide for his daughters, a record contract could be the ticket out for her family. But when a record producer offers Majo a crack at stardom, she is suddenly faced with losing who she is as an artist and the friends who helped her reach the cusp of success. Directed by Youssef Delara and Michael Olmos, fused with a fierce hip-hop score, and propelled by an exceptional cast which features Lou Diamond Philips, Edward James Olmos, and the legendary Jenni Rivera in her final on-screen performance, "Filly Brown" heralds the arrival of Gina Rodriguez in the electrifying title role.</p>

<p>The comedy follows a young documentary filmmaker with a burning desire to bring his family's amazing and bizarre World War II history to the screen.</p>

<p>In this illuminating documentary, director [c=Anne Ciecko] takes viewers on a captivating journey through the hidden mechanics of cinema, exploring the recurring patterns, techniques, and storytelling devices that have shaped filmmaking across decades and genres. The film examines how directors from the silent era to the present day have employed a shared set of operational methods—from narrative structures to visual motifs—to create emotional impact and cultural resonance. Through insightful analysis and carefully selected clips, the documentary reveals the surprising ways that seemingly original films often draw from a common cinematic language, tracing the evolution of these modus operandi through landmark works and lesser-known gems alike. The documentary maintains an academic yet accessible tone, balancing scholarly depth with a genuine passion for the art form, as it questions what these recurring patterns say about the collective psyche of filmmakers and audiences. Film enthusiasts and casual viewers alike will find themselves rethinking their understanding of cinema's DNA, discovering how the medium's greatest achievements often stem from a shared, evolving toolkit.</p>

<p>Liverpool, 1978: What starts as a vibrant affair between a legendary femme fatale and her young lover quickly grows into a deeper relationship, with Turner being the person Gloria turns to for comfort. Their passion and lust for life is tested to the limits by events beyond their control. </p><p>Gloria Grahame was a Hollywood leading lady at the heart of several hit films from the Golden Age of Hollywood, including The Big Heat, It's a Wonderful Life, In a Lonely Place, and Oklahoma! She won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in The Bad and the Beautiful.</p>

<p>In a world where the boundaries between the living and the dead have become increasingly blurred, "Films about Ghosts" presents a poignant and atmospheric exploration of loss, memory, and the lingering connections that refuse to fade. The story centers on a reclusive documentary filmmaker, played by [c=Michael Cera], who stumbles upon an old, forgotten reel of film in a dusty attic. As he begins to restore the footage, he discovers it contains spectral images of people who have passed away, captured in moments of profound emotion. Driven by a mix of professional curiosity and personal grief over his own unresolved past, he embarks on a quiet, obsessive quest to understand the origins of the film and the ghosts it holds. His journey leads him to a mysterious woman, portrayed by [c=Maya Hawke], who seems to have a deep, unsettling connection to the apparitions. Together, they navigate a hauntingly beautiful landscape of faded photographs and silent echoes, confronting the question of whether these phantoms are mere tricks of light or genuine messages from beyond. The film masterfully blends a melancholic, introspective tone with a gentle sense of wonder, creating an intimate meditation on what it means to truly let go.</p>

<p>It's a rare person who would give up fame and fortune to toil in obscurity for someone else's creative vision. Yet, that's exactly what Leon Vitali did after his acclaimed performance as 'Lord Bullingdon' in Stanley Kubrick's Barry Lyndon (1975). The young actor surrendered his thriving career to become Kubrick's loyal right-hand man. For more than two decades, Leon played a crucial role behind-the-scenes helping Kubrick make and maintain his legendary body of work. In Filmworker, Leon's candid, often funny, sometimes shocking experiences in the company of Kubrick are woven together with rich and varied elements including previously unseen photos, videos, letters, notebooks, and memos from Leon's private collection. Insightful, emotionally charged anecdotes from actors, family, crew members, and key film industry professionals who worked with Kubrick and Leon add an important layer of detail and impact to the story. Filmworker enters the world of Leon Vitali and Stanley Kubrick.</p>

<p>In the gritty and darkly comedic drama "Filth," directed by [c=Jon S. Baird], viewers are introduced to Bruce Robertson, a profoundly flawed and morally ambiguous police officer portrayed by [c=James McAvoy]. As he navigates the chaotic streets of Edinburgh, Bruce is not only battling his own inner demons but also competing with his colleagues for a coveted promotion. His relentless pursuit of power leads him down a path of manipulation, deceit, and self-destruction that pushes the boundaries of his sanity.</p> <p>The film explores Bruce’s turbulent relationships with several characters, including the earnest yet naive [c=Jamie Bell] and the enigmatic [c=Imogen Poots], as well as his strained interactions with his estranged wife, played by [c=Joanne Froggatt]. Each character serves as a mirror to Bruce's increasingly erratic behavior, reflecting the consequences of his unchecked ambition and addiction.</p> <p>As the narrative unfolds, the atmosphere is tinged with a mix of dark humor and profound sadness, offering a raw glimpse into the complexities of human nature. "Filth" challenges viewers to confront the depths of moral decay while delivering a captivating story that oscillates between laughter and despair.</p>

<p>"Filth And Wisdom" is about Andriy Krystiyan, or A. K. (Eugene Hutz) for short, who has come to England from the Ukraine, and his two flatmates, Juliette (Vicky McClure) and Holly (Holly Weston).</p><p>A. K. is a philosopher (at least that's what he claims to be), a poet, and an authority on all aspects of life. At the same time, he is following his grand plan to become an international star.</p><p>Global stardom is how A. K. describes the goal that he and his band Gogol Bordello are pursuing with their particular brand of boisterous gypsy punk. For the time being, however, he makes ends meet by performing role play in women's clothing for straight married men.</p><p>A. K. shares a flat with two young women named Juliette and Holly. Juliette dreams of being a kind of Florence Nightingale of the developing world. She is currently working behind the counter at the local drug store run by Sardeep, the Indian chemist.</p><p>Holly is a trained ballerina. Her big dream is to dance with the Royal Ballet. So far she hasn't been able to earn a single penny with her dancing, and continues to 'polish' her skills as a pole dancer at Beechman's Exotic Gentleman's Club.</p><p>These three distinctive personalities are at the centre of a cinematic tale of everyday life about people who are obliged to take on jobs just to earn a living, but who live in hope of one day fulfilling their dreams. But the paths to one's goal are sometimes circuitous. And whether we take the path of wisdom or the path of filth, we will eventually arrive at the same enlightened place.</p>

<p>In the vast, blue expanse of our planet's oceans, a silent and devastating industry thrives, pushing numerous species to the brink of extinction. Directed by filmmaker and activist [c=Eli Roth], the gripping documentary Fin plunges viewers into the shadowy, multi-billion dollar world of illegal shark finning. Roth serves as a determined guide, exposing a global network of greed and corruption that spans from local fishing boats to international crime syndicates and high-end restaurants. The film follows a harrowing trail of evidence, revealing how the demand for shark fin soup fuels an ecological crisis that threatens to unravel marine ecosystems.</p> <p>With the urgent tone of a thriller, Fin documents the courageous efforts of scientists, conservationists, and law enforcement officers who risk their lives to combat this illicit trade. The central conflict pits relentless profiteering against a race for survival, not just for sharks, but for the health of our oceans. This eye-opening journey, captured over 100 tense minutes, challenges viewers to confront a brutal reality hidden beneath the waves, making a powerful case for the protection of these ancient and misunderstood predators.</p>

<p>In the final years of living memory, director [c=Luke Holland] presents a chilling and urgent documentary that confronts the last living generation of participants in Hitler’s Third Reich. "Final Account" is a sobering journey into the hearts and minds of ordinary Germans who were adults during the Nazi regime, from former SS members to civilians who witnessed the atrocities. The film weaves together startling, first-person testimonies, capturing their reflections, justifications, and occasional remorse as they grapple with their roles in history. This powerful and unsettling portrait creates a tense atmosphere of moral reckoning, exploring how a society becomes complicit and the fragile nature of collective memory. As these voices fade into silence, the film challenges viewers to consider the enduring echoes of the past and the profound responsibility of bearing witness.</p>

<p>A Zoë Chip is a chip placed in your brain at birth to record your entire life. When you die, the footage from your life is edited into a "Rememory"-- a film shown at your funeral pieced together by an editor. A toy for the privileged, Zoë Chips are changing the face of human interaction, but there are those who are against this emerging technology, and believe that memories are meant to fade. Alan Hackman (Williams) is the best "cutter" in the business, his ability to grant the corrupt absolution of the sins of his clients, has put him in high demand.</p> <p>However, his talent for viewing life without emotion has shaped him into a cold distant man and has made him unable to experience life in the first person. He believes he is a "sin eater" and his work provides him with the ability to absolve the dead of their sin. While cutting a Rememory for a high-powered colleague, Alan discovers an image from his childhood that has haunted him his entire life. This discovery leads him on a high intensity search for truth and redemption.</p>

After a teenager has a terrifying vision of him and his friends dying in a plane crash, he prevents the accident only to have Death hunt them down, one by one.

<p>For every beginning there is an end...</p><p>Final Destination 2, the sequel to the hit 2000 supernatural thriller, finds Clear Rivers (Ali Larter) the only survivor of the crash of Flight 180 left alive. Locked away by her own choice in the perceived safety of a psychiatric hospital, Clear now lives in constant terror that Death is coming to claim her, as it did all her friends.</p><p>Clear may be considered crazy, but she's not wrong. Death is moving toward suburban Route 23, heading south.</p><p>En route to a weekend getaway with her friends, Kimberly Corman (A.J. Cook) watches helplessly as a logging truck careens out of control and loses its deadly payload, setting off a horrifying chain reaction that leaves twisted metal and dead bodies in its wake - including her own.</p><p>A moment later, Kimberly finds herself still stuck in on-ramp traffic, with a line of commuters she saw die moments before trailing behind her. It was only a vision. But was it also a warning?</p><p>Shocked into action, Kimberly blocks the cars from joining the traffic on Route 23 as a young police trooper (Michael Landes) arrives on the scene. The commuters begin to honk and complain - until Kimberly's premonition comes powerfully and tragically to life before their eyes.</p><p>Death tears up the highway in a massive pile-up, with those left on the onramp narrowly escaping with their lives. But Kimberly knows it's not over. Death won't be cheated so easily. Now this random group of strangers, who in Kimberly's vision were all meant to die in the freeway disaster, must join her in a thrilling race against time and their own paralyzing fear to do what all but one of the survivors of Flight 180 couldn't - stay alive.</p>

<p>Senior Wendy Christensen, played by [c=Mary Elizabeth Winstead], experiences a chilling premonition while enjoying a roller coaster at a county fair with her friends. Her terrifying vision of the ride’s catastrophic failure causes a panic, leading several classmates, including her boyfriend and her best friend, to disembark just before her premonition becomes a horrifying reality. Now, along with fellow survivor Kevin Fischer ([c=Ryan Merriman]), Wendy discovers that death itself has been cheated and is stalking them, reclaiming the lives it was owed in a series of increasingly elaborate and gruesome accidents. As they race to decipher the hidden order in the carnage from photographs taken that fateful night, they must confront the relentless, invisible force of fate in this intense horror thriller from director [c=James Wong]. The film masterfully builds suspense around everyday objects, creating a palpable atmosphere of dread where no moment of calm is truly safe.</p>

<p>In the chilling installment of the iconic horror franchise, "Final Destination 5," a group of coworkers embarks on a corporate retreat that takes a terrifying turn. When Sam Lawton, played by [c=Nicholas D'Agosto], has a premonition of a catastrophic bridge collapse, he manages to save a few of his colleagues, including the determined Molly Harper, portrayed by [c=Emma Bell], and the charming Peter Friedkin, brought to life by [c=Miles Fisher]. However, their relief is short-lived as they soon discover that death is not easily cheated.</p> <p>As the survivors grapple with the aftermath of their narrow escape, they begin to realize that a sinister force is picking them off one by one in increasingly gruesome and imaginative ways. The tension escalates as Sam and his friends race against time to uncover the mystery behind their fates, leading them to confront the very nature of death itself. Directed by [c=Steven Quale] and infused with a blend of horror and thriller elements, this film not only heightens the stakes but also delves into themes of destiny and survival. With a talented cast that includes [c=Arlen Escarpeta], [c=Jacqueline MacInnes Wood], and the ever-iconic [c=Tony Todd], "Final Destination 5" promises to keep audiences on the edge of their seats, questioning whether they can truly escape their inevitable fate.</p>

<p>On what should have been a fun-filled day at the races, Nick O'Bannon has a horrific premonition in which a bizarre sequence of events causes multiple race cars to crash, sending flaming debris into the stands, brutally killing his friends and causing the upper deck of the stands to collapse on him. When he comes out of this grisly nightmare Nick panics, persuading his girlfriend, Lori, and their friends, Janet and Hunt, to leave... escaping seconds before Nick's frightening vision becomes a terrible reality. Thinking they've cheated death, the group has a new lease on life, but unfortunately for Nick and Lori, it is only the beginning. As his premonitions continue and the crash survivors begin to die one-by-one-in increasingly gruesome ways-Nick must figure out how to cheat death once and for all before he, too, reaches his final destination. The film marks the latest in the highly popular "Final Destination" series, and its first 3D installment, giving horror fans an especially visceral thrill ride.</p>

<p>A teenage girl has recurring nightmares of a tower collapse in the 1960s. She discovers that these nightmares are a premonition she inherited from her grandmother. The grandmother predicted the collapse of the building and saved a group of people from death. Decades later, the granddaughter begins to have visions of her family members dying. She realizes that there is a sequence and must fight to prevent Death from reclaiming her family's bloodline.</p>

<p>In the high-stakes medical thriller "Final Diagnosis: No Second Chances," a brilliant but haunted surgeon, Dr. Evelyn Reed, is given a devastating second chance after a catastrophic mistake costs a patient their life. Consumed by guilt and facing the end of her career, she is thrust into a desperate race against time when a mysterious new epidemic begins to sweep through the city, presenting symptoms that defy all known medical logic. As the death toll rises and the hospital descends into chaos, Dr. Reed must confront her own demons and a skeptical medical establishment, led by the rigid Dr. Marcus Cole, to uncover the truth behind the outbreak. With every patient a potential ticking time bomb and the clock running out, she realizes that this time, a single misdiagnosis could mean the difference between salvation and catastrophe. This tense, pulse-pounding drama explores the fine line between life and death, where there are truly no second chances.</p>

<p>Loner Veronica is new to school, shy and vulnerable the perfect target for a group of teenage boys who lure girls into the woods to hunt and kill them for sport. It's only after they get her alone that she turns the tables on them, escaping and revealing she's armed and knows how to defend herself. Little do they know, Veronica is an assassin-in-training, and she's chosen killing these boys as her final test. When the dust clears, Veronica will find out if she can be the final girl these boys ever have a chance to hurt.</p>

<p>When a group of modern teenagers are mysteriously transported into the world of a classic 1980s slasher [m=movie], their only hope for survival lies with the film's legendary "final girl." Max, played by [c=Taissa Farmiga], is still grieving the loss of her scream queen mother, [c=Malin Akerman], when she and her friends find themselves trapped inside 'Camp Bloodbath.' Forced to team up with the camp's perpetually imperiled counselor, Nancy, they must use their knowledge of horror movie tropes to outwit a machete-wielding maniac. Blending sharp comedy with genuine heart, [c=Todd Strauss-Schulson]'s film cleverly subverts genre expectations as this unlikely alliance discovers that fighting for your life can be the ultimate way to honor the past. With a supporting cast including [c=Adam Devine], [c=Nina Dobrev], and [c=Thomas Middleditch], The Final Girls is a hilarious and surprisingly poignant love letter to the movies that made us afraid to go into the woods.</p>

<p>In the high-stakes world of competitive chess, a grandmaster's life is thrown into chaos when a brutal murder implicates him as the prime suspect. [c=Matt Schulze] stars as the brilliant player who must use his strategic mind not just to win a tournament, but to clear his name and stay alive. With a relentless detective, played by [c=Lochlyn Munro], closing in and his own past threatening to surface, he finds himself in a deadly game where every move could be his last. Surrounded by a cast including [c=Amanda Detmer], [c=David Carradine], and [c=Daniel Baldwin], he navigates a shadowy landscape of deceit where allies are scarce and the true opponent remains hidden. Directed by [c=Joey Travolta], this tense thriller masterfully blends cerebral suspense with visceral danger, creating a gripping race against time where the only way out is to think several steps ahead of a cunning and merciless adversary.</p>

<p>Tells the story of some lottery winners who are vacationing on the International Space Station but when it is damaged, the vacation becomes a nightmare, trapping the tourists alone in a crippled module with no astronauts to help them.</p>

<p>Doctor Daniel Green is a unique individual. Generous with his time and talent he gets by with about two hours of sleep a night. But how can a simple country physician maintain a medical practice and keep up his farm with so little rest?</p><p>When a young boy is hurt playing at the Green's, thankfully Dr. Dan is there to help. But the investigation into the accident soon raises more questions than it answers. How did Dan run to the accident scene? Could he move a 5,000 lb tractor?</p><p>Extraordinary by any standard... but Daniel Green is 74 years old - and a cripple.</p><p>The sheriff goes up to the farm to straighten out the story, but Dan is distracted by his wife who has been ill for some time. Tired and lonely, Dr. Dan still welcomes the visit because the sheriff surprised Dr. Green with an old friend and his roommate from medical school.</p><p>When the sheriff leaves, Dan (impulsively) invites the two med-students back that evening to reminisce. But dinner at the Green farm turns out to be much more than anyone could have anticipated.</p><p>Over the meal, the secret of Dan's stamina is revealed. He has discovered the fountain of youth. Literally. And the doctor's guests quickly realize they have much to gain. But the evening has a few other surprises that are not so pleasant.</p><p>When curiosity is clouded by addiction and friendship corrupted by greed... the results can be deadly.</p>

<p>"Final Portrait" is the story of the touching and offbeat friendship between American writer and art-lover James Lord and Alberto Giacometti, as seen through Lord’s eyes and revealing unique insight into the beauty, frustration, profundity and sometimes the chaos of the artistic process. Set in 1964, while on a short trip to Paris, Lord is asked by his friend, Giacometti, to sit for a portrait. The process, promises Giacometti, will take only a few days and so Lord agrees - ultimately wondering "how much longer can it go on like this?"</p>

<p>For six college students, it's the ultimate graduation project: A documentary about one of the most notorious haunted sites in the Southern United States. Lafitte Plantation is a Civil War landmark with a dark past steeped in American history. All over Vacherie, Louisiana, locals whisper about the legend of Lafitte, telling terrifying stories of dead soldiers, murdered families, and restless shadows roaming its abandoned corridors. No one has occupied Lafitte in years. No one will stay after dark. No one has dared to uncover its secrets... until now.</p><p>Outfitted with high-tech recording equipment, the intrepid filmmakers are ready for anything. Venturing deep into the Louisiana backwoods with cameras ready and GoPro 'head-cams' online, the students begin to explore the estate and plantation grounds, livestreaming every moment of their adventure. But something is watching, and one of them has already been chosen. As darkness falls and their fears come to life, one by one, they'll learn the terrible secret of Lafitte. The dead are awake, and there are some places the living should never go.</p><p>The Final Project is the dark brainchild of Louisiana-based director Taylor Ri'chard and screenwriter Zach Davis. Utilizing real locations in and around Georgia, it features a crew and ensemble of dedicated locals well acquainted with the haunted history of the South. Combining the "found footage" genre with authentic local folklore, it updates the classic American ghost story by tapping into a history too chilling to deny.</p>

<p>In the shadowy world of forgotten cinema, a cursed film holds the power to kill, its final reel a death sentence for anyone who watches it. Directed and written by [c=Jeffrey Reddick], this chilling horror tale follows a reclusive film archivist, portrayed by the legendary [c=John Hurt], who stumbles upon this malevolent artifact. As he investigates its bloody history, he becomes entangled in its supernatural legacy, realizing the film’s narrative is not yet complete and it demands a new, living participant to finish its story. The archivist must race against time to unravel the mystery behind the footage before its horrifying fiction bleeds irrevocably into reality, claiming another victim. This atmospheric nightmare builds a palpable sense of dread, masterfully blending classic suspense with a modern terror, where the line between spectator and subject is gruesomely erased.</p>

<p>When a routine night at a packed London soccer stadium turns into a deadly hostage crisis, an ordinary man must become an extraordinary hero in the high-octane thriller Final Score. [c=Dave Bautista] stars as Michael Knox, a former U.S. soldier escorting his teenage niece to a championship match. The evening erupts into chaos when a team of ruthless mercenaries, led by the coldly determined Arkady, played by [c=Ray Stevenson], seizes control of the arena, holding tens of thousands of fans captive. With the authorities locked out and a mysterious, ticking-clock objective driving the terrorists, Knox is the only one inside with the skills to fight back. He must use his military training and intimate knowledge of the stadium’s labyrinthine underbelly to outsmart the heavily armed squad, protect his niece, and prevent a catastrophic loss of life. Directed by [c=Scott Mann], this relentless sport-infused action film combines the tense, closed-quarters suspense of a [m=Die Hard]-style scenario with the roaring atmosphere of a live sporting event, pitting a formidable [c=Pierce Brosnan] in a pivotal role against Bautista’s everyman brute force in a desperate game where the final score is survival.</p>

<p>When the game is on the line and you're down to your last strike, again - you have to dig a little deeper and ask yourself one question, how do you want to be remembered.</p><p>Nowhere is the tradition of baseball's roots in Americana more evident than in tiny Norway, Iowa, population 586, where the exploits of Norway High School became legendary. From ESPN to Baseball Weekly, reporters mused at how a school of fewer than 100 students could win 19 State Baseball Championships, frequently against schools five times their size. Baseball and winning against impossible odds was in the blood of these skinny farm kids, passed down from generation to generation like a lucky glove.</p><p>Coach Jim Van Scoyoc, three time Regional Coach of the Year and, more recently National Coach of the Year, gets most of the credit. He's a baseball man's baseball man, whose look of disapproval can melt concrete. He believes in coaching the fundamentals and coaching to win that last game, not the next game.</p><p>Young Kent Stock, 24, remembers reading about Norway baseball as a kid. After playing in high school and college he accepts a teaching position in nearby Belle Plaine. But a chance meeting with Coach Jim earns him the opportunity of a lifetime, to be an assistant coach at Norway. From working on the field to hitting fungos to the state championship game, it's the best summer of his life.</p><p>As the 1990-91 school year begins, Kent moves to St. Louis and starts a new career as a banker. But rumors are turning into reality back in Norway, declining enrollment and increasing state regulations are threatening to close the high school. Jim shows up at the bank to let Kent know that there's a big town meeting with the school board to try and save the high school from merging with nearby Madison Community.</p><p>Kent decides to go back and enter the fray. Town meetings become more heated as Jim and Kent get into the debate. Polly Hudson, who is representing the state, and Kent are caught up in several head to head arguments. The town puts together a successful petition drive with signatures from over 80% of the community, but the results are ignored and due to a minor technicality Norway High is forced to merge. Jim is not offered a teaching position or the coaching job for their final season.</p><p>The glue that has held Norway teams together for so many years is melting away. The town looses faith in the team and the players begin to fight among themselves. Makepeace and others conspire to let the team fall on its face, rather than prevent them from playing. And Kent Stock, the inexperienced coach, is the perfect sacrificial lamb. A town that has for decades believed in their little team that could, all but give up on them. It's Kent's job to prove to the boys and himself he can do it. Amidst all the fury, Kent and Polly, formerly on opposite sides, eventually fall for each other.</p><p>The Final Season is a film about a young man caught in the struggle between tradition and progress - and a community's struggle to save its identity in the face of overwhelming opposition. The Final Season tells the story of a team that wouldn't give up no matter how bleak things may have been. In being remembered The Final Season is destined to be baseball's version of "Hoosiers."</p>

<p>In the high-stakes world of professional tennis, time is the ultimate opponent. [c=Alex Lutz] stars as Thomas, a former prodigy now pushing 37, whose glory days are a fading memory. Haunted by past injuries and the immense shadow of his tennis-champion mother, played by [c=Kristin Scott Thomas], he makes one last, desperate gamble: to qualify for the French Open at Roland-Garros. Directed by [c=Quentin Reynaud], this gripping sports drama captures the brutal physical and emotional toll of chasing a dream when the body begins to rebel. With his wife, portrayed by [c=Ana Girardot], watching from the sidelines with a mixture of hope and worry, Thomas battles not only younger, faster opponents on the clay but also the relentless voice of doubt within. "Final Set" is a poignant and visceral exploration of obsession, legacy, and the painful beauty of refusing to let go, set against the iconic, pressure-cooker atmosphere of elite tennis where every match could be the last.</p>

<p>In the gripping sci-fi thriller "Final Six, The," director [c=Makoto Hasegawa] crafts a tense narrative of survival against impossible odds. The film, produced by [c=Josh Bratman], unfolds over a taut 140 minutes, plunging its characters into a high-stakes scenario where the future of humanity hangs in the balance. The story centers on a select group of individuals, portrayed by a cast led by the singular [c=GACKT], who must navigate a perilous and mysterious landscape. As they confront both external threats and their own deepest fears, alliances are tested and secrets are unveiled. This visually striking journey explores the limits of human endurance and the profound cost of being among the last chosen, blending suspense with thought-provoking science fiction elements to create a relentless and immersive cinematic experience.</p>

<p>When a young man named Aaron inherits a mysterious artifact from his late father, he believes it might hold the key to reversing his family’s misfortune. Desperate to help his grieving mother, played by horror icon [c=Lin Shaye], and to find his own path, Aaron discovers the object grants wishes. Alongside his girlfriend Lisa ([c=Melissa Bolona]) and friends, he begins to experience the intoxicating thrill of his deepest desires coming true. However, this sinister gift, overseen by the ominous presence of [c=Tony Todd], carries a horrific price for every request fulfilled. Directed by [c=Timothy Woodward Jr.] and written by [c=Jeffrey Reddick], this chilling tale explores the dark consequences of temptation as Aaron’s world spirals into a nightmare where each granted wish unleashes a more terrifying and bloody retribution. The film builds a tense atmosphere of supernatural horror, where the characters must confront the terrifying truth that some gifts are far more curse than blessing.</p>

<p>"The Final Year" is a unique insiders' account of President Barack Obama's foreign policy team during their last year in office. Featuring unprecedented access inside the White House and State Department, "The Final Year" offers an uncompromising view of the inner workings of the Obama Administration as they prepare to leave power after eight years.</p><p>The film revolves around a foreign policy team assembled by Barack Obama nearly a decade ago, during his first presidential campaign: Secretary of State John Kerry, UN Ambassador Samantha Power, Deputy National Security Advisor and presidential confidant Ben Rhodes, as well National Security Advisor Susan Rice and President Obama himself. </p><p>The film tracks this team over the course of 2016, as they travel the world attempting to solidify and "lock-in" policies that they believe will define their legacy, promote diplomacy over large-scale military action, and fundamentally alter how the US government confronts questions of war and peace. </p><p>The unfolding crisis in Syria (and Russia's role), the resurgence of nationalism, and the results of the US election all challenge this legacy in unexpected and fundamental ways, leading the team to re-evaluate their lasting achievements as they prepare to hand-over the machinery of American power.</p>

<p>In the chilling thriller "Final, The," a group of high school outcasts led by the quiet and vengeful Dane (Marc Donato) decides to take a stand against the relentless bullying and social cruelty they endure from their popular peers. Rather than suffering in silence any longer, they orchestrate a terrifyingly elaborate plan during a school masquerade party, turning the event into a night of horrifying retribution. Directed by [c=Joey Stewart], the film traps its victims in a remote farmhouse where the masked tormentors force their former bullies to confront their own merciless behavior through a series of psychological and physical trials. As the evening descends into chaos, the lines between victim and villain blur, revealing the dark consequences of unchecked cruelty. With a tense atmosphere and a haunting score, this R-rated horror-thriller from writer-producer [c=Jason Kalomati] explores the terrifying lengths to which the marginalized will go to reclaim their power. Starring [c=Jascha Washington], [c=Whitney Hoy], and [c=Juston Arnold], "Final, The" is a gripping and unsettling cautionary tale that will leave audiences questioning who the real monsters are.</p>

<p>A man, a robot and a dog form an unlikely family, in a powerful and moving adventure of one man's quest to ensure that his beloved canine companion will be cared for after he's gone.</p> <p>Tom Hanks stars as Finch, a robotics engineer and one of the few survivors of a cataclysmic solar event that has left the world a wasteland. But Finch, who has been living in an underground bunker for decade, has built a world of his own that he shares with his dog, Goodyear.</p> <p>Now, though, Finch is terminally ill. With time running out, he creates a robot (Caleb Landry Jones) to watch over Goodyear when he no longer can. As the trio embarks on a perilous journey into a desolate American West, Finch strives to show his creation, who names himself Jeff, the joy and wonder of what it means to be alive and to teach him to become human enough to take care of Goodyear. And Goodyear himself must learn to accept and trust his new master.</p> <p>In the tradition of classic Amblin films, "Finch" is an epic-scale adventure anchored by a moving exploration of how complicated it is to be human and the unbreakable bond between people and their companions, both canine and created.</p>

<p>In the romantic drama "Find Me", director [c=Luca Guadagnino] crafts an intimate story of connection and longing, based on the original work by writer [c=Andre Aciman]. The film follows a young man, portrayed by [c=Timothee Chalamet], during a transformative summer. He finds himself drawn into a complex and passionate relationship with an older academic guest, played by [c=Armie Hammer], who is staying with his family. The emotional landscape is further shaped by the young man's perceptive father, brought to life by [c=Michael Stuhlbarg], and a close female friend, portrayed by [c=Esther Garrel]. Over the course of 104 minutes, Guadagnino, who also produces, explores the nuances of desire, memory, and the indelible impact of a fleeting season on the trajectory of a life.</p>

<p>"Find Me Guilty" is based on the true story of Giacomo "Jackie Dee" DiNorscio (Vin Diesel). After years of federal investigation, 20 members of the New Jersey Lucchese crime family are brought to court on 76 charges of various crimes. Already in the midst of serving a 30-year sentence, Jackie is offered an opportunity to shorten his time by testifying against many of his closest friends. But Jackie refuses to betray his "family," and goes so far as to defend himself in what will ultimately become the longest criminal trial of its time.</p> <p>At first daunted by the complicated politics of the courtroom, Jackie comfortably takes over the spotlight, insisting "I'm no gangster... I'm a gagster." With his sheer determination and unconditional loyalty, Jackie never fails to surprise even those most skeptical of his intentions.</p> <p>After 21 months, the Lucchese trial became the longest in U.S. criminal history, and has continued to stand out over the years as a unique moment in courtroom history, featuring 20 defendants, 20 defense attorneys, and unusually extensive summations; one defense lawyer's closing statement ran for 5 days alone. At times hilarious and at times deeply serious, the trial and Jackie's subsequent experiences at this crucial moment in the history of criminal prosecution culminated in one of the most shocking and remarkable verdicts in American judicial history.</p>

<p>In the charming romantic short [m=Find Your Heart], a chance encounter at a bustling city cafe sets the stage for an unexpected journey of self-discovery. [c=Will Simmons] portrays Alex, a pragmatic architect whose life is meticulously planned, leaving little room for spontaneity. His orderly world is gently upended by the free-spirited artist Chloe, brought to life by [c=Daniele Lawson], who believes the best paths in life are those you feel, not those you map. Their budding connection, observed by friends played by [c=Mildraide Lazarre] and [c=Kyley Koeth], challenges both to step outside their comfort zones and question what they truly desire. Under the direction of [c=Devin Saddler], this tender and atmospheric film explores the delicate dance between head and heart, capturing the hopeful tension of a new romance that promises to alter the course of two lives. With its warm tone and relatable characters, this story invites viewers to wonder if sometimes the most important destination is found only by getting a little lost.</p>

<p>In the intimate and moving documentary "Find Your Pack," director [c=Cass Gayowski] crafts a poignant snapshot of modern connection and belonging. The film follows three young women—[c=Riley Sogge], [c=Karina Ritchie], and [c=Jenna McLean]—as they navigate the complex landscape of friendship and self-discovery in a digitally saturated world. Each grapples with the quiet yearning for a genuine community, a "pack" that offers understanding and support beyond superficial online interactions. Through candid moments and reflective conversations, the documentary explores the central conflict between the curated personas of social media and the authentic, sometimes messy, bonds that truly sustain us. With a gentle, observational tone, "Find Your Pack" captures the universal search for a place where one can be truly seen, reminding viewers of the profound power of chosen family.</p>

<p>A few years back, tabloids across the world were thrilled to report how the mummified leg of amputee John Wood was found in a barbecue grill purchased at an auction by flea marketer Shannon Whisnant. Naturally they were ecstatic to then report how Shannon subsequently sued John in a bizarre custody battle over the leg.</p><p>But a few things never made the papers: like how John had been keeping the leg as a painful memorial to his late father -- or how Shannon had simply viewed the now-famous leg as a way out of a life of hardship.</p><p>Nor did the news mention how the ever-intensifying media frenzy, and an inexplicable chain of events sparked by the leg's discovery, pushed John past the brink of addiction and very nearly to the grave, before ultimately offering him a second chance at life... and it was never known how the story really ended.</p><p>Set in rural North Carolina, Finders Keepers is an oftentimes hilarious, at turns tragic narrative that delves into the very real lives that created - and were forever changed by - the fantastical headlines.</p>

<p>Two Brooklyn-raised siblings find their summer upended when their mother moves them to rural O?ahu to care for their ailing grandfather in this family-friendly adventure. Pili, played by [c=Kea Peahu], is a resourceful but city-slicker girl who stumbles upon an old journal hinting at a long-lost pirate treasure that could save her family’s home. Dragging along her reluctant, screen-obsessed brother Ioane ([c=Alex Aiono]) and his new friends, they embark on a daring quest into the island’s lush and mysterious interior. Their journey becomes a race against a rival group of treasure hunters, forcing them to navigate ancient caves, solve cryptic puzzles, and confront the legends of the land. Directed by [c=Jude Weng] and featuring [c=Kelly Hu] and [c=Ke Huy Quan], the film blends action and comedy as the kids discover that the greatest treasure isn’t gold, but reconnecting with their Hawaiian heritage—their ‘ohana.</p>

<p>In the quiet Spanish countryside of the 1870s, amateur archaeologist [c=Antonio Banderas] makes a discovery that threatens to shatter the very foundations of religious and scientific thought. His young daughter, Maria, stumbles upon ancient, vibrant paintings of bison deep within the Altamira cave, artworks that suggest humanity’s artistic spirit flourished far earlier than anyone believed. As [c=Antonio Banderas] fights to authenticate these prehistoric masterpieces, he finds himself caught between the scorn of the scientific elite, led by a skeptical [c=Rupert Everett], and the fierce opposition of the Catholic Church, which views the cave’s age as a direct challenge to doctrine. With his passionate wife [c=Golshifteh Farahani] by his side, he must navigate a storm of public ridicule and private doubt, risking his family’s reputation and his own sanity to defend a truth written on stone walls. This gripping historical drama, directed by [c=Hugh Hudson], explores the profound personal cost of a revelation that dared to rewrite human history.</p>

<p>Taylor Peters (Matthew Broderick) is a television writer and producer working on a low-rated, little-respected half-hour sitcom. Taylor was probably destined for better things, but his compulsive gambling, recreational drug use and drinking problem (now under control) all conspired to throw his career off the rails several years back. Now all he does is play the horses, but does his best to keep his wife Lorraine (Maura Tierney) in the dark about it.</p><p>Unexpectedly, Taylor and Lorraine are called to Lorraine's sister's house to deal with a family emergency: Taylor's twenty-year-old niece AmandaA (Brittany Snow) is living in Las Vegas where, it's been recently discovered, she's working as a prostitute. On their way home, Lorraine finds racing stubs in the glove compartment, and decides to leave Taylor. Lorraine decides not to come home.</p><p>Taylor comes up with a plan: he'll win back his wife's affections and trust by going to Las Vegas, finding Amanda and delivering her to rehab in Malibu. And while he's there, he vows, he won't gamble a cent. Alas, the best laid plans...</p>