Curator's picks: acclaimed films, arthouse classics and more...
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20/08/2021
Welcome to our curated collection of mesmerizing films that span across genres and eras, designed to captivate and inspire cinephiles. Whether you're a fan of arthouse classics, powerful documentaries, or thought-provoking dramas, we've handpicked a selection of must-watch movies that will transport you to new realms of cinematic appreciation. Join us on this cinematic journey as we delve into captivating stories such as "Dallas Buyers Club," "Breaker Morant," "Drive" and the timeless masterpiece "Metropolis."
Step into the raw and emotional world of "Dallas Buyers Club," a gripping drama based on a true story. Matthew McConaughey delivers a powerhouse performance as Ron Woodroof, a Texas electrician diagnosed with HIV/AIDS in the midst of the 1980s epidemic. With his health deteriorating, Woodroof embarks on a relentless quest for alternative treatments, forming the Dallas Buyers Club, a network providing life-saving medications to those in need. This compelling film explores themes of resilience, compassion, and the fight against prejudice, earning critical acclaim and multiple awards.
Travel back in time to the Boer War with "Breaker Morant," a riveting Australian war drama that delves into themes of loyalty, justice, and the moral complexities of war. Based on true events, the film follows three Australian soldiers accused of war crimes and facing a military trial. Directed by Bruce Beresford, this thought-provoking masterpiece offers a poignant exploration of the blurred lines between duty and morality, showcasing exceptional performances and a gripping narrative that will leave you captivated until the final verdict.
Buckle up for an exhilarating ride with the electrifying neo-noir thriller, "Drive." Directed by Nicolas Winding Refn, this stylish and atmospheric film takes you on a gripping journey into the dangerous underworld of Los Angeles. Ryan Gosling delivers a mesmerizing performance as the enigmatic Driver, a skilled stuntman and getaway driver who gets entangled in a web of crime after he forms a connection with his neighbor, played by Carey Mulligan. With its pulsating soundtrack, stunning cinematography, and intense action sequences, "Drive" is a cinematic tour de force that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Brace yourself for a thrilling joyride into the dark and gritty side of the City of Angels.
No curated film collection would be complete without the timeless masterpiece "Metropolis." Directed by the visionary Fritz Lang, this pioneering German expressionist film is a true cinematic marvel. Set in a futuristic city where social classes are rigidly divided, "Metropolis" weaves a captivating tale of love, rebellion, and the consequences of industrialization. Its striking visuals, innovative special effects, and haunting storyline continue to captivate audiences nearly a century after its release.
Immerse yourself in our curated collection of remarkable films. Whether you explore the emotional depths of human resilience, the moral complexities of war or the dystopian visions of a sci-fi masterpiece, each film offers a unique and enthralling cinematic experience. Prepare to be transported to worlds of extraordinary storytelling, captivating performances, and thought-provoking narratives. The best part? You can enjoy them right here on Beamafilm, which is the only place you can stream for free with a participating library membership, a 30-day trial or rent for 48 hours. Lights, camera, action!
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Ron Woodruff has AIDS. But he also has a plan.
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An Oscar-winning classic about injustice and the horror of war.
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An action drama about a mysterious Hollywood stuntman and mechanic who moonlights as a getaway driver, and finds himself in trouble when he helps out his neighbor.
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The crowning achievement of the German silent cinema. In a futuristic city a beautiful utopia exists above a bleak underworld populated by mistreated workers.
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When Aboriginal stockman Sam kills white station owner Harry March in self-defence, Sam and his wife Lizzie go on the run.
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Paris 1880, Auguste Rodin, aged 40, finally receives his first state commission... and meets the young Camille Claudel. His most gifted student, she quickly becomes his assistant, then his mistress.
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Society depends on the Internet for nearly everything but rarely do we step back and recognize its endless intricacies and unsettling omnipotence.
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Saroo gets separated from his family at the age of five and ends up being adopted by an Australian couple. However, he returns to India 25 years later to search for his birth parents.
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With five loyal friends in tow, legendary explorer Thor Heyerdahl sails a fragile balsa wood raft along an ancient path some 4,300 miles across the Pacific.
Eric, a POW during the World War II, is tortured by a Japanese officer. Years later, Eric is pushed to confront his oppressor when he learns that the Japanese officer is alive.
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Gertrude Bell's life as an explorer, cartographer, and archaeologist for the British Empire.
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Hongi -a Maori chieftain’s teenage son - must avenge his father's murder in order to bring peace and honour to the souls of his loved ones after his tribe is slaughtered through an act of treachery.
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Gem, a spirited 8-year-old girl, deals with the grief of her mother's death by forging a bond with a wild emu.
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Four men compete for the love of a courtesan.
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The Italian classic by Federico Fellini. A troubled Italian filmmaker struggles with creative stasis as he attempts to get a new movie off the ground and it becomes strangely autobiographical.
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A father and son search for the stolen bicycle that will deliver them from poverty.
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Romance and suspense ensue in Paris as a woman is pursued by several men who want a fortune her murdered husband had stolen. Whom can she trust?
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Lee Alexander McQueen's fierce romanticism and punk poetry helped create 1990s-era 'Cool Britannia' - and a lad from the East End of London become one of the most original and influential artists of the 20th Century.
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Anna Wintour, the legendary editor-in-chief of Vogue magazine for twenty years, has never allowed anyone to scrutinize the inner workings of her magazine. Until now.
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"Rumble" explores how the Native American influence is an integral part of music history, despite attempts to ban, censor, and erase Indian culture in the United States.
Anarchic and offbeat 1960s story of 36 hours in the lives of The Beatles, as they travel to a TV show in London.
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When their Tehran flat is badly damaged, Emad and Rana are forced to move into a new flat. When Rana is violently assaulted in the flat, a rift opens between the couple that will push their marriage to its limits.
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Ever since his wife was burned in a car crash, Dr. Robert Ledgard, an eminent plastic surgeon, has been interested in creating a new skin with which he could have saved her.
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