Patrick Fugit
Author
Language
English
Description
Zia (Patrick Fugit), distraught over breaking up with his girlfriend, decides to end it all. Unfortunately, he discovers there is no real ending, only a run-down afterlife that is strikingly similar to his old one, just a bit worse. Discovering that his ex-girlfriend has also "offed" herself, he sets out on a road trip, with his Russian rocker friend, to find her. Their journey takes them through an absurd purgatory where they discover that being...
Publisher
IFC Films
Language
English
Formats
Description
Catherine has entered a particularly dark period in her life: her father, a famous artist, has recently died, and on the heels of his death she's dumped by her boyfriend James. Looking to recuperate, Catherine heads out to her best friend Virginia's lake house for some much needed relaxation. Tranquility eludes her, however, as she's instantly overcome with memories of time spent at the same house with James the year before.
6) Spun
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
2002.
Language
English
Description
This dark comedy focuses on the anarchic adventures of a college drop-out named Ross (Jason Schwartzman) who has an unhealthy appetite for illegal drugs, particularly amphetamine sulphate, or speed. Having met a heavyweight dealer and drug manufacturer, Ross agrees to become his driver, a job that leads him into a series of manic and increasingly bizarre situations that distract him from his personal quest to find his errant girlfriend. Official Selection...
7) Dead Birds
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
2004.
Language
English
Description
A group of Confederate soldiers (including two time Oscar-nominee Michael Shannon) hole up in an abandoned plantation after robbing a bank and find themselves at the mercy of supernatural forces. "*Solid acting, at times brilliant camera work, and superb sound design all contribute to make this a truly frightening winner.*" - Steve Barton, ***Dread Central***
8) First man
Publisher
Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Formats
Description
The riveting story behind the first manned mission to the moon, focusing on Neil Armstrong and the decade leading to the historic Apollo 11 flight. A visceral and intimate account told from Armstrong's perspective, based on the book by James R. Hansen, the film explores the triumphs and the cost, on Armstrong, his family, his colleagues and the nation itself; of one of the most dangerous missions in history.
Language
English
Formats
Description
An unconventional romantic comedy that follows the topsy-turvy lives and loves of three obsessive characters: an overachieving environmental consultant, a stubborn small-business owner and a wisecracking ER doctor. They meet in a support group, and set into motion a life-changing journey filled with laughter and surprises.
10) Almost famous
Language
English
Appears on list
Formats
Description
It's the opportunity of a lifetime when teenage reporter William Miller lands an assignment from Rolling Stone magazine. Despite the objections of his protective mother, William hits the road with an up-and-coming rock band and finds there's a lot more to write home about than the music.
Publisher
Dark Sky Films
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Dwight and his sister Jessie reach a crossroads over what to do about their younger brother Thomas' mysterious illness. The increasingly dangerous task of keeping him alive weighs heavy on sensitive Dwight, and as a fiercely private and close-knit family unit, Thomas and Jessie depend on him and the rituals they've learned in order to keep their secret. Dwight yearns for another life, but Jessie will stop at nothing to keep her family together.
12) Almost famous
Publisher
Paramount Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Director Cameron Crowe's semi-autobiographical drama follows a teenage writer who lands a gig covering the up-and-coming rock band Stillwater for Rolling Stone magazine.
13) Saved!
Publisher
MGM Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
c2004
Language
English
Description
Good girl Mary and her best friend Hilary Faye are at the top of the high school food chain at American Eagle Christian. But after Mary becomes pregnant, Hilary Faye and her devoted "disciples" turn on Mary and label her an outcast. Now Mary's only hope for salvation and friendship is through a group of rebellious misfits. Together, can they navigate the treacherous halls of high school life and make it to graduation ... or will Hilary Faye make all...
14) We bought a zoo
Publisher
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
"When his teenage son gets into trouble, Benjamin Mee ... gives up a lucrative newspaper job to move his family to the most unlikely of places: a zoo! With help from an eclectic staff, and with many misadventures along the way, Benjamin embarks on a fresh beginning to restore the dilapidated zoo to its former glory, while uniting his family"--Container.
15) The amateurs
Publisher
First Look Studios
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
Sex sells in America, and these guys know it. When Andy meets his ex-wife's new husband (an extremely wealthy guy) who is now his son's "cool" stepfather, he becomes motivated to make a change in his own life. With the help of his friends, a small-town group of loveable losers, they hit upon an idea to make their dreams come true. The grand plan they hope will lead to a life of riches and fame involves making the world's most innocent adult film....
16) White oleander
Publisher
Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
[2003], c2002
Language
English
Description
Ingrid, a smart, free-spirited, and somewhat narcissistic artist kills her deceitful lover in a crime of passion. Even while serving a prison sentence, she exerts control over her adoring teenage daughter, Astrid, who's forced to spend her teenage years in a series of foster homes before becoming her own person. Explores the strange relationship of Ingrid and Astrid, and includes Astrid's relationship with her foster mothers. At first merely an appendage...
Publisher
Lionsgate
Pub. Date
c2008
Language
English
Description
Distraught over breaking up with his girlfriend, Desiree, Zia slashes his wrists. Zia discovers that there is no real ending, only a run-down afterlife that is strikingly similar to his old one, just a bit worse. Discovering that Desiree has also "offed" herself, he sets out on a road trip with his Russian rocker friend to find her. Their journey takes them through an absurd purgatory where they discover that being dead doesn't mean you have to stop...
19) Horsemen
Publisher
Lions Gate Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
After the death of his wife, a hardened police detective grows increasingly distant from his two young sons at home, while at work he is thrust into an investigation of perverse serial killings rooted in the Biblical prophecy of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.
20) Alex & the list
Publisher
Gravitas Ventures
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Alex, a loveable, unassuming dog trainer is dating Katherine, a gorgeous personal shopper from a wealthy family. Katherine adores Alex's honesty and capacity to listen. Alex is awed by Katherine's intelligence and beauty. Alex gathers the courage to pop the question, but Katherine upends his world by giving him a list of improvements he must make to bring their relationship to the "next level" and win the approval of her protective father. Dumbfounded,...