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From Directors: Juliano Ribeiro Salgado, Wim Wenders, starring Sebastião Salgado, Wim Wenders, Lélia Wanick Salgado, Juliano Ribeiro Salgado
Rated PG-13

The Salt of the Earth is a 2014 documentary film directed by Juliano Ribeiro Salgado and Wim Wenders. It follows the life and work of acclaimed Brazilian photographer Sebastião Salgado, who spent nearly 40 years travelling around the world capturing stunning images of the human condition. The film traces his journey from his early days as a photojournalist documenting the plight of refugees to his more recent project to reforest a patch of the Amazon. Along the way, viewers are given a glimpse not only into the incredible beauty of his photographs, but also into his personal story as a husband, father, and artist. In the end, the film celebrates Salgado's commitment to his work and to humanity.

From Carol Reed, starring Orson Welles, Joseph Cotten, Alida Valli, Trevor Howard
Rated Approved

The Third Man is a 1949 British film noir directed by Carol Reed. It tells the story of an American pulp novelist, Holly Martins (Joseph Cotton), who arrives in post-WWII Vienna, only to discover that his childhood friend Harry Lime (Orson Welles) has recently died. When he meets with Lime's associates, Martins discovers that his friend may not have been the humanitarian he thought he was. As Martins investigates further, he finds himself in danger as he unravels the truth behind Lime's death. The film features an iconic score by Anton Karas, often referred to as "The Harry Lime Theme". A classic of the film noir genre, The Third Man captures the atmosphere of a Vienna still reeling from the war and the corruption that has crept into the city.

From Denis Villeneuve, starring Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Viola Davis, Melissa Leo
Rated R

Prisoners is a 2013 psychological thriller directed by Denis Villeneuve. It tells the story of two young girls who go missing in a small Pennsylvania town, and the desperate search by their families to find them. The police investigation leads to a suspect, but the evidence against him is circumstantial, and the suspect soon disappears. Desperate and frustrated, the families take matters into their own hands, leading to a mysterious, dark journey of secrets, lies, and hidden motivations. Starring Hugh Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal, Prisoners is a gripping and suspenseful story of moral ambiguity, lost innocence, and the lengths to which one will go to protect their family.

From Duncan Jones, starring Sam Rockwell, Kevin Spacey, Dominique McElligott, Rosie Shaw
Rated R

Moon is a science fiction drama film directed by Duncan Jones and starring Sam Rockwell. The film follows Sam Bell, an astronaut working alone on a three-year contract for Lunar Industries harvesting Helium-3 on the far side of the moon. As Sam's contract nears its end, he starts experiencing a range of strange and increasingly alarming events. With only a robot named GERTY (voiced by Kevin Spacey) for company, Sam discovers a shocking truth about his life and work that could change everything for the human race. The film explores themes of loneliness, identity, and the ethics of corporate exploitation.

From David Fincher, starring Daniel Craig, Rooney Mara, Christopher Plummer, Stellan Skarsgård
Rated R

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo is a 2011 psychological thriller directed by David Fincher, based on the novel by Stieg Larsson. The film follows journalist Mikael Blomkvist (Daniel Craig) as he investigates the disappearance of a wealthy man's niece, Harriet Vanger, who vanished over 40 years ago. He is aided by the mysterious, punk-goth hacker Lisbeth Salander (Rooney Mara). Together they uncover a complicated and dark history of corruption and abuse. As they dig deeper, they are drawn into a dangerous web of secrets and violence. The film received numerous award nominations, including five Academy Award nods.

From Robert Altman, starring Keith Carradine, Karen Black, Ronee Blakley, Shelley Duvall
Rated R

Nashville is a 1975 American satirical musical drama film directed by Robert Altman. It tells the interconnected stories of twenty-four characters, who are all involved in the country music and gospel music businesses in Nashville, Tennessee. Set during the week leading up to a patriotic Fourth of July concert in the city, the film follows the lives of a country music star, an ambitious politician, a wannabe star, a gospel singer and many more as they attempt to pursue their dreams and grapple with the changing socio-political landscape of the time. With its wide cast of characters and its unique tapestry of overlapping dialogue and musical performances, Nashville is a sprawling, yet intimate portrait of the tension between country music and politics, fame and ambition, and the public and personal. It was an instant classic upon its release, receiving 5 Oscar nominations and winning one for Best Original Song.

From Nicholas Ray, starring Joan Crawford, Sterling Hayden, Mercedes McCambridge, Scott Brady
Rated Not Rated

Johnny Guitar is a 1954 Western directed by Nicholas Ray. The film stars Joan Crawford and Sterling Hayden as the two main characters, Vienna and Johnny Guitar. The story follows Vienna, a saloon owner who must protect her business from a group of townspeople who are trying to drive her out. Johnny Guitar, the title character, is an old friend of Vienna’s who arrives in town to help her fight the mob. The townspeople, led by Emma Small, are driven by their hatred of Vienna and their desire to get her saloon away from her. The film also features a love triangle between Vienna, Johnny, and Emma’s henchman, The Dancin’ Kid. As the conflict between Vienna and the townspeople escalates, Johnny must choose between his loyalty to Vienna and his feelings for Emma. In the end, the two are forced to come to terms with each other’s feelings, and the townspeople are driven out of town.

From Barry Levinson, starring Robert De Niro, Kevin Bacon, Brad Pitt, Jason Patric
Rated R

Sleepers is a 1996 drama film directed by Barry Levinson and starring Robert De Niro, Kevin Bacon, Brad Pitt and Dustin Hoffman. The film follows the lives of four teenage boys who are sent to a reformatory after a prank gone wrong. Ten years later, the men reunite to seek revenge against the guards who had tortured them during their time at the reformatory. Through their journey for justice, the men experience the effects of the traumatic events from their childhood and must learn to process their emotions in order to move on.

From David Lickley, starring Birute Galdikas, Daphne Sheldrick, Morgan Freeman, Chris Fries
Rated G

"Born to Be Wild" is a 2011 documentary directed by David Lickley. The film follows the stories of two remarkable women, Dr. Biruté Mary Galdikas and Dame Daphne Sheldrick, and their lifelong commitment to the protection and betterment of the world’s endangered species. Dr. Galdikas works with orangutans in the rainforests of Borneo, providing them with a safe haven as they learn to survive in the wild. Dame Sheldrick works with elephants in Kenya, rescuing and raising orphaned calves and teaching them the skills they need to survive outside of captivity. Through their stories, the film emphasizes the importance of conservation and protecting our planet's animals.

From Ryan Coogler, starring Michael B. Jordan, Melonie Diaz, Octavia Spencer, Kevin Durand
Rated R

Fruitvale Station is a 2013 drama film written and directed by Ryan Coogler. It is based on the true story of Oscar Grant, a 22-year-old African-American man who was fatally shot by BART police officers on New Year's Day 2009 in Oakland, California. The film follows the story of Oscar's life leading up to his death, including his struggles to provide for his family, his relationship with his girlfriend and mother, his battle with his inner demons, and his ultimate attempt to turn his life around. It ultimately examines the tragedy of a life cut short, and highlights the impact of a single incident of police brutality on a community.

From Mira Nair, starring Kal Penn, Irrfan Khan, Tabu, Jacinda Barrett
Rated PG-13

The Namesake is a 2006 Indian-American drama film directed by Mira Nair and written by Sooni Taraporevala, based on the 2003 novel of the same name by Jhumpa Lahiri. It tells the story of a family immigrating from India to New York in the 1970s and the generational clash between their traditional values and the evolving world of their children. The film follows the protagonist, Gogol Ganguli, from childhood to adulthood as he struggles to reconcile his Indian heritage with his American lifestyle. Along the way he must grapple with the changing relationships of his family and come to terms with the death of his father. Against the backdrop of the two cultures, he learns to embrace his identity and find his own path in life.

From Zacharias Kunuk, starring Natar Ungalaaq, Sylvia Ivalu, Peter-Henry Arnatsiaq, Lucy Tulugarjuk
Rated R

Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner is a 2001 Canadian epic drama film directed by Inuit director Zacharias Kunuk. It tells the story of Atanarjuat, an Inuit man who is forced to flee his tribe when he is wrongfully accused of murder and sorcery. The film follows Atanarjuat as he embarks on a journey of self-discovery, redemption, and revenge, struggling against the forces of nature, tradition, and the spirit world to reclaim his honor. The film features many elements of Inuit mythology and culture, and is widely regarded as a groundbreaking work of Indigenous cinema.

From Tom Hooper, starring Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe, Anne Hathaway, Amanda Seyfried
Rated PG-13

Les Misérables is an adaptation of the musical of the same name, directed by Tom Hooper in 2012. It tells the story of Jean Valjean, a former prisoner who is trying to start a new life after 19 years in jail. He is relentlessly pursued by police inspector Javert, who is determined to bring him to justice. Along the way, Valjean meets and befriends a number of people, including Fantine, a single mother who is struggling to make ends meet, and Cosette, her daughter. Valjean promises to take care of Cosette and protect her from harm. He eventually takes her in and raises her as his own. The story follows Valjean and his family as they struggle against poverty and injustice, and as Valjean continues to evade Javert. The film culminates in a climactic battle between the revolutionaries and the government forces attempting to put down the uprising. The film stars Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway, Russell Crowe, Amanda Seyfried, Eddie Redmayne, Helena Bonham Carter, and Sacha Baron Cohen.

From John Madden, starring Jessica Chastain, Mark Strong, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Michael Stuhlbarg
Rated R

Miss Sloane is a 2016 political thriller starring Jessica Chastain as Elizabeth Sloane, a powerful and successful Washington DC lobbyist. When a new gun control bill is proposed, Sloane is hired by a gun-rights organization to oppose it. Despite the powerful forces aligned against her, Sloane is determined to win the fight for gun control using her own tactics and strategies. But as the stakes become higher and her moral code is tested, Sloane must decide how far she is willing to go to ensure the bill's passage. Along the way, she must outwit her tough opponents and uncover a web of corruption that threatens to derail her efforts.

From Jeff Nichols, starring Matthew McConaughey, Tye Sheridan, Jacob Lofland, Sam Shepard
Rated PG-13

From Guy Ritchie, starring Robert Downey Jr., Jude Law, Jared Harris, Rachel McAdams
Rated PG-13

From Julie Taymor, starring Evan Rachel Wood, Jim Sturgess, Joe Anderson, Dana Fuchs
Rated PG-13

From Cullen Hoback, starring Max Schrems, Moby, Mark Zuckerberg, Orson Scott Card
Rated Not Rated

From Baz Luhrmann, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Carey Mulligan, Joel Edgerton, Tobey Maguire
Rated PG-13

From Gregory Hoblit, starring Anthony Hopkins, Ryan Gosling, David Strathairn, Rosamund Pike
Rated R

From Justin Chadwick, starring Idris Elba, Naomie Harris, Terry Pheto, Robert Hobbs
Rated PG-13

From Larysa Kondracki, starring Rachel Weisz, Monica Bellucci, Vanessa Redgrave, David Strathairn
Rated R

From Adam Irving, starring Charles Bilal, Courtney Brown, Sally Butler, Jervis Cameron
Rated TV-14

From Directors: Nick Broomfield, Barney Broomfield, Marc Hoeferlin, starring Nick Broomfield, Lonnie David Franklin Jr., Donna, Steve
Rated TV-MA

From Guillermo del Toro, starring Ron Perlman, Selma Blair, Doug Jones, John Alexander
Rated PG-13