Added in April: The Happy Prince, Lucky Grandma, Botticelli, Florence and the Medici
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05/05/2023
We are delighted to showcase our April additions with a compelling slate of movies, docs and series that will keep you glued to the screen. Whether you're a fan of drama, crime, comedy, or art history, our April additions have got you covered.
The Happy Prince is a moving drama that tells the story of Oscar Wilde's final days. Directed and starred by Rupert Everett, this film captures the tragic life of the famous writer as he descends into poverty and illness. If you're a fan of Wilde or just love a good drama, The Happy Prince is a must-watch.
Looking for a fun and thrilling crime comedy? Look no further than Lucky Grandma! This movie follows the adventures of an elderly woman who accidentally gets a bag of money belonging to a local gangster. Starring Tsai Chin, this film will keep you entertained from start to finish.
Botticelli, Florence and the Medici explores the art, culture, and politics of Renaissance Florence with a focus on the famous artist Sandro Botticelli and his relationship with the powerful Medici family. Featuring interviews with art and history experts, Botticelli, Florence and the Medici is a must-watch if you're interested in Renaissance art.
The Legend of Barney Thomson, directed by and starring Robert Carlyle and the inimitable Emma Thompson, tells the story of a Glasgow barber whose uninteresting life takes a radical turn when he gets caught up in the twisted and comically absurd world of a serial killer.
These are just some of the many amazing titles we added in April. We are committed to providing quality content and engaging stories that will keep you enlightened and entertained, so be sure to mark your calendar for our upcoming releases, and get ready to discover some incredible movies, docs and series.
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The inspiring story of a thriving hub helping to build resilience into its local community by growing, sewing, repairing, sharing.
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Set in New York City's Chinatown, a Chinese grandma goes all in at the casino, landing herself on the wrong side of luck - and in the middle of a gang war.
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When a 4-year-old girl makes an allegation against the son of a politician, an attempt by the children's parents to resolve the situation soon degenerates into a vicious confrontation.
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The untold story of the last days in the tragic times of Oscar Wilde, a person who observes his own failure with ironic distance and regards the difficulties that beset his life with detachment and humour.
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A documentary on the art and culture of Florence in 15th century Tuscany and, in particular, the work of the early Renaissance painter, Sandro Botticelli (1445-1501).
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A feature documentary celebrating the 500th anniversary of the birth of the last great artist of the Italian Renaissance, the most unexpected mind that the art of painting has ever produced: Tintoretto.
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A biopic on the extraordinary life of William Rhodes-Moorhouse, a daredevil pilot of Maori descent who was the first airman ever to be awarded the Victoria Cross, the most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy.
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Following the death of his wife, professional chef Cheng travels with his young son to a remote village in Finland to connect with an old Finnish friend he once met in Shanghai.
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A collection of the 21st century Nicole Kidman's films.
A retrospective collection of Nicole Kidman's films from the 20th-century.
Glasgow barber lives a life of desperate mediocrity, but his life is about to go from 0 to 60 in five seconds, as he enters the comically absurd world of the serial killer.
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In a world of rapidly changing cultures and environmental upheaval, one couple from opposite ends of the earth strives to stay true to their values and each other, giving a personal perspective on globalisation.
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A pianist with stage fright endures a performance under the eyes of a mysterious sniper, who will shoot and kill him if a wrong note is played.
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A reclusive programmer, his sister and her new boyfriend are held hostage by a rapidly evolving computer virus.
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A group's secluded small-town farmhouse party is interrupted by a mysterious extraterrestrial discovery.
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