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- Pastor, an undercover cop sets on a mission to rescue the kidnapped daughter of a judge by infiltrating the prison where she's suspected to be at. Once inside he will have to learn to live by the prison's and the inmates' rules.
- Legend has it that some of the oldest surviving homeless communities in New York City have been hidden from the public view for decades in the underground tunnels of Manhattan. Many homeless dwell in continual darkness along tunnels miles long and yet manage to survive. What happens to someone who lives in such a dark and dreary dwelling? Well, Reporter Susan Pei plans to find out with the help of her friend and cameraman, Nick Murphy. As she ventures to investigate this story to impress her boss, she enlists the assistance of Tom Stranton, a local transit tunnel expert she finds on the internet. However, after he makes a miscalculation they find themselves lost underneath one of the biggest cities in the world. As they try to find a way out, they are in a terrifying struggle with the dark, with themselves and with mysterious underground dwellers that do not want them there.
- Arnaldo, Anita and the twins, Martina and Federica, here is the Nardi family. A quiet, normal middle class family. The man is at that stage of his life where nostalgia for the period as a student becomes stronger. It would be nice to be able to go back. It would be nice to savor those moments. It would be also nice to tell someone who has little more than twenty years in life you have to believe in their dreams and not be afraid. Perhaps also coming to steal a caravel of Columbus, as he did, and set sail in the wind and then stop only when ... steal a caravel of Columbus? A misunderstanding with his wife and she throws him out of the house! This is his big chance for a personal "time machine". For man decides to go temporarily to live in a student house: four, have little more than twenty years and the man from day to day lives with their age, those hopes, those doubts that "unfortunately, "he seems to have more. Two worlds compared two ways of seeing the future, a single goal: to return to the caravel stolen ... if there really is.
- Anita (Mother of War) is propelled by an invigorating encounter between Brazilian-gaucho guerrilla fighter Anita Garibaldi and outspoken American journalist Margaret Fuller in a battered Rome under siege. The film - a historical fiction interpretation rooted in the 19th century revolutions of South America and Italy -- probes the motivations of historic figures, including Anita's famed husband Giuseppe Garibaldi, determined to fight for social justice. Anita Garibaldi, a fearless woman of action, and Margaret Fuller, a tormented woman of letters, asserted themselves at a time when women had limited options in life. Over the course of their meeting, both women come to better understand their place in the world.
- A documentary about Kubrick must necessarily get to the reality behind the legends fueled by a superficial and impatient press. Stanley and us is the story of three Italian fans who, in a unique enterprise, decided to give it a try.
- The freighter Fair Lady crosses the ocean. The hypnotic rhythm of its gears reveals the continuous movement of machinery devouring its workers: the last gestures of the old sailors' trade disappearing under the mechanic and impersonal pace of 21st century neocapitalism. Perhaps it is a boat adrift, or maybe just the last example of an endangered species. Although we don't know it, the engines are still running, unstoppable.
- Non smettere di sognare tells the story of Giorgia, his dream of love and one of the dance. Georgia is 22 years old, lives with his mother who makes the door, and with his younger brother Matteo. She was very attached to her father, but not seen in years because he abandoned the family for another woman and her child who was waiting for it, so that does not even know of the existence of Matteo. Giorgia works as a cleaning lady in the study of the telecast Non smettere di sognare, but when can you train to dance ballet in the gym of her friend Bianca. One day meets Lorenzo, the male protagonist of the film and this series. He has just been left by the now famous Stella, who lives in Paris. The two fall in love and begin to live even a love story. But their diversity and the many adventures led them at times to walk away, as the incident of Stella in France, so he must rush to rescue his ex-wife to be an emergency operation, but is there anyway to join us Patti, girl after participating in the program do not stop dreaming for the first episode hoping that mom will see it and reaches her, gives way in the program to Giorgia, because his mother Teresa has reached the daughter.
- Filmmaker Lucia Mauro presents a living portrait of the Italy-born saint that showcases her relevance in an ever-changing world. The Patron Saint of Immigrants and Hospital Administrators is explored as a fearless, roll-up-her-sleeves woman who, despite frail health, traveled the world at the turn of the 20th century to serve the less fortunate. It shows the environment in Lombardy, Italy that shaped her compassionate vision and includes interviews with individuals from all walks of life, who carry on Mother Cabrini's work today as the needs of immigrants and other populations continue to evolve.
- A toy bear is separated by fate from the toy that he loves, bad luck plagues him in his undaunted quest to reunite with his one true love.
- An engaging journey through Gambia, Finland, and Italy, following the story of Essa, a former UN soldier and refugee, and his struggle to achieve well-being for himself and his African village.
- A young aspiring film director wants to shoot a movie, but to do so he will have to swear to abide by the 10 rules imposed by the Danish movement "Dogme 95". A journey trough the rules of the dogme, founded by Lars von Trier and others, between dream and reality. Only one question at the end: will the young aspiring film director be keep the faith with to the rules of "Dogme 95"?
- I Have a Name puts a respectful face on homelessness through the sensitive, multifaceted work of The Chicago HELP Initiative (CHI) and its partners, who empower those in need through access to meals, health services, shelter, adult education, job training and the arts. Those who have experienced job loss, homelessness and other challenges tell their own compelling stories The documentary also takes a wider look at the many factors contributing to homelessness for individuals from all walks of life. And it addresses how organizations, such as CHI, are adapting to a world changed by Covid-19.
- Rome. Erica is a dancer of the National Academy of Dance. The diploma examination is approaching and the voltage increases, out to show their utmost, but it is devolved, dance badly, fell and injured his ankle. The world seems to burying her. Marco is the soul of the Avengers, a multiethnic crew (Sara, Claudietto, Congo and Aziz) dancing hip hop, in continuous competition with the crew of Cico, the new boyfriend of his former Betty. Erica and Mark are brothers, but Marco has left home for choosing a lifestyle different. Erica's brother tries to find a little 'help in a time of crisis and knows that the Congo invites the challenge between the crew of Cico and that of his brother. He discovers a world totally unknown to her, but when he tries to deepen the relationship with Marco, the distance is still too much. In the meantime, between Congo and Erica was born a sincere sympathy. Marco understands that needs to change something in the way he put himself in front of the life decides to apologize to his sister and react by trying to recover his relationship with Betty, after a few attempts a bit 'naive to win her back. Mark, to show that is worth more than her new boyfriend, decides to put his crew to Battle, the most important challenge of the year for the breakers. Erica jumping classes at the Academy, and his teacher, Valeria, he finds it with the other guys in the crew. Valeria seeing the boys dancing hip hop, gives them advice, initially ignored... Mark then tries to help his sister to recover the love and passion for dance, organizing a surprise: a night at the opera, which will also lead to shy as a chaste kiss with Congo. It 's time for Erica to take to dance under the guidance of Valeria, although in the meantime prepare the choreography for the Battle with the crew of his brother. The date of the rate of year-end is fixed on the same day when you hold the Battle! Erica would like to stay with the boys, but they themselves convince her that her place is the College, until the big day arrives, not devoid of surprises for all...
- The Loneliest Road is a documentary honoring the multi-ethnic communities that shaped the American West. It is inspired by Fresno-based author Silvio Manno's book, Charcoal and Blood, which chronicles the little-known 1879 Fish Creek Massacre in which five Italian-immigrant charcoal burners where shot dead by a sheriff's posse while striking for better wages on the burgeoning mining frontier. The film recreates Mr. Manno's road trip on Highway 50 to discover and research the complex circumstances surrounding the 19th century charcoal camps of Nevada. It examines the conditions of early mining communities, the many immigrants who shaped them, and the evolution of mining best practices.
- One Year Later tells the story of an American woman, recently recovered from a serious illness, who learns to savor the essence of life through a cathartic trip to the Italian Alps. Liz, a dedicated teacher of comparative literature, struggles with her post-cancer life and changing priorities. Despite her husband's well-meaning over-protectiveness, she takes a trip with their friends - an American couple living in Milan - to Italy. When her friends assume the role of worried caregivers and suffocate her with a jam-packed itinerary, she escapes to the Alps to find her space. Here, Liz is able to reassert her independence. She learns to go forward, and return to her family, with a renewed sense of self -- free of compliance, guilt and obligation.
- Inspired by a true story, this film centers on the brother of a fallen Marine. The main character, Danny, honors his brother by making a special pilgrimage to Rome in his brother's combat boots. During his journey, he learns to process his grief through the diverse people he randomly meets.
- The story of an African community that lives in an Italian tourist hotel turned into an emergency camp for refugees.
- This inspiring documentary shares how a community comes together on a grassroots level to foster positive change in the world. At its core, the film is rooted in the vital mission of Ovarian Cancer Symptom Awareness (OCSA) in contributing to an early detection test for ovarian cancer via its collaboration with Penn Vet Working Dog Center's Canine Scent Detection Program. But behind the extraordinary OCSA-supported research taking place at Penn Vet is a dynamic and dedicated Hayward, Wisconsin community of volunteers, supporters, veterinarians, artists and business leaders uniting organically to help humanity flourish. It's a story of unity, hope and survivorship. Filmed in Hayward, WI, Philadelphia, PA, and St. Charles, IL.
- As they chase dreams that have lost all meaning, mere mortals must negotiate what to sublimate and what to consummate in their desires.
- Miracle is a philosophical investigation into the most mysterious phenomenon in Christianity. The starting point for the film is the surprising fact that so many have opinions formed about Christendom without, at any time, dwelling on a sincere and thorough examination of its essential element: the miraculous events. The theme, impenetrable by any human science of yesterday, today or tomorrow, finds three of the most capable thinkers to examine this puzzle in a profound, fascinating and sweeping way.
- Multidisciplinary design firm, Castor is known for recontextualizing discarded materials. Three of their most iconic designs are lights repurposed from items most people intend for the trash - the Tube Light from used fluorescent tube lamps; the Tank Light from expired fire extinguishers; the Invisible Chandelier from piles of assorted burnt out light bulbs - all of which are the subject of this film, CASTOR IS FRENCH FOR BEAVER.
- In an old tavern in a village, a group of common people listen to a young lady telling stories. And by sudden magic, their fantasies transport them into an imaginary situation. Like all dreams, this one dissolves and vanishes to make room for reality.
- Journey in Italy on the footsteps of Nino Rota.
- Voci del diario (Entries) is a highly textured cinematic poem that explores the life cycle through one man -- and his journal entries -- at different stages: childhood, young adulthood, middle age and senior years. It's a film about memory, family and the legacies we leave. It begins with a little boy receiving a journal/sketchbook from his grandmother for his birthday and ends with his own granddaughter's fascination with journal writing. In between, he experiences joy, love, pain, loss and resilience.
- Exposition of characters and events; Rising Action; Climax; Falling Action; Resolution.