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{"item_id":48,"title":"Hoop Dreams (1994)","description":"A documentary following two inner‑city Chicago teens as they chase basketball stardom, exploring their families, schools, and the challenges that shape their dreams and realities.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Hoop%20Dreams%20(1994)","genres":["Documentary"]}
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{"item_id":476,"title":"First Wives Club, The (1996)","description":"Three longtime friends reunite after their husbands abandon them for younger lovers, and they cleverly plot a comedic revenge while rediscovering their own independence and strength.","release_date":"14-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?First%20Wives%20Club,%20The%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":477,"title":"Matilda (1996)","description":"A brilliant, telekinetic girl named Matilda overcomes neglectful parents and a cruel school principal, finding friendship and empowerment with the help of a kind teacher.","release_date":"02-Aug-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Matilda%20(1996)","genres":["Children's","Comedy"]}
{"item_id":478,"title":"Philadelphia Story, The (1940)","description":"Philadelphia socialite Tracy Lord's elegant wedding plans are thrown into chaos when her charming ex‑husband and a sharp‑tongued journalist both reappear, forcing her to confront past loves and hidden insecurities. The sparkling screwball comedy blends witty banter with heartfelt romance as she decides which future—and which partner—she truly wants.","release_date":"01-Jan-1940","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Philadelphia%20Story,%20The%20(1940)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":479,"title":"Vertigo (1958)","description":"Retired detective Scottie Ferguson, haunted by a fear of heights, is hired to investigate a mysterious woman's strange behavior and becomes dangerously obsessed with her, leading to a haunting tale of love, deception, and psychological intrigue.","release_date":"01-Jan-1958","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Vertigo%20(1958)","genres":["Mystery","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":480,"title":"North by Northwest (1959)","description":"Advertising executive Roger Thornhill is mistakenly identified as a government spy and thrust into a cross‑country chase, confronting treacherous assassins and a mysterious femme fatale while uncovering a conspiracy that culminates in the iconic Mt. Rushmore showdown.","release_date":"01-Jan-1959","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?North%20by%20Northwest%20(1959)","genres":["Comedy","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":481,"title":"Apartment, The (1960)","description":"A mild-mannered office worker lets his superiors use his apartment for secret affairs, hoping to climb the corporate ladder, but his conscience is tested when he falls for the woman who shares his own unrequited love.","release_date":"01-Jan-1960","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Apartment,%20The%20(1960)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":482,"title":"Some Like It Hot (1959)","description":"When two musicians witness a mob hit, they flee Chicago by disguising themselves as women in an all-female band, sparking a whirlwind of romantic entanglements and comedic chaos as they try to outrun the pursuing gangsters.","release_date":"01-Jan-1959","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Some%20Like%20It%20Hot%20(1959)","genres":["Comedy","Crime"]}
{"item_id":483,"title":"Casablanca (1942)","description":"Set in wartime Casablanca, American expatriate Rick Blaine runs a popular nightclub but faces a moral dilemma when his former lover Ilsa and her husband, a Czech resistance leader, arrive seeking safe passage out of the city. Rick must choose between rekindling love and aiding the fight against the Nazis.","release_date":"01-Jan-1942","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Casablanca%20(1942)","genres":["Drama","Romance","War"]}
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{"item_id":485,"title":"My Fair Lady (1964)","description":"Eliza Doolittle, a spirited Cockney flower seller, is taken under the wing of phonetics professor Henry Higgins, who bets he can transform her into a refined lady of high society. As she learns proper speech and manners, the film explores class, identity, and unexpected romance in a lavish musical adaptation of George Bernard Shaw’s classic play.","release_date":"01-Jan-1964","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?My%20Fair%20Lady%20(1964)","genres":["Musical","Romance"]}
{"item_id":486,"title":"Sabrina (1954)","description":"A carefree young woman returns from Paris as a polished and confident adult, stirring a love triangle with the wealthy brothers who both fall for her as she navigates class, romance, and self‑discovery.","release_date":"01-Jan-1954","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Sabrina%20(1954)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":487,"title":"Roman Holiday (1953)","description":"A bored American princess (Audrey Hepburn) slips away from her royal duties for a day in Rome, where she meets a charming reporter (Gregory Peck) and embarks on a whimsical adventure that reveals love, freedom, and the magic of the city.","release_date":"01-Jan-1953","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Roman%20Holiday%20(1953)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":488,"title":"Sunset Blvd. (1950)","description":"A down-and-out screenwriter becomes entangled with a delusional, faded silent-film star who clings to her lost fame, leading to a dark tale of obsession, betrayal, and murder on the glamorous yet decaying Sunset Boulevard.","release_date":"01-Jan-1950","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Sunset%20Boulevard%20(1950)","genres":["Film-Noir"]}
{"item_id":489,"title":"Notorious (1946)","description":"A government agent enlists the daughter of a convicted spy to infiltrate a Nazi‑sympathizer ring in Brazil, igniting a perilous romance, while they both navigate treacherous espionage and deadly secrets.","release_date":"01-Jan-1946","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Notorious%20(1946)","genres":["Film-Noir","Romance","Thriller"]}
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{"item_id":492,"title":"East of Eden (1955)","description":"Set in 1910s California, the drama follows a compassionate father and his two very different sons—one earnest and one rebellious—as they wrestle with jealousy, love, and the biblical legacy of Cain and Abel, with James Dean delivering a standout performance as the tormented younger brother.","release_date":"01-Jan-1955","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?East%20of%20Eden%20(1955)","genres":["Drama"]}
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{"item_id":494,"title":"His Girl Friday (1940)","description":"A fast‑paced screwball comedy where newspaper editor Walter Burns persuades his ex‑wife and top reporter Hildy Johnson to cover a murder story, hoping to win her back. Their razor‑sharp, rapid‑fire dialogue and witty banter make the film a timeless classic.","release_date":"01-Jan-1940","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?His%20Girl%20Friday%20(1940)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":495,"title":"Around the World in 80 Days (1956)","description":"Phileas Fogg, a meticulous English gentleman, wagers he can circle the globe in 80 days, setting off on a whirlwind adventure with his loyal valet Passepartout. Their journey takes them through exotic locales, clever rivals and an unexpected romance, all racing against the clock.","release_date":"01-Jan-1956","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Around%20the%20World%20in%2080%20Days%20(1956)","genres":["Adventure","Comedy"]}
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{"item_id":500,"title":"Fly Away Home (1996)","description":"After her mother’s death, a teenage girl and her widowed father rescue a brood of orphaned geese and train them to migrate in an ultralight plane, forging a unique bond as they guide the birds on a daring journey home.","release_date":"13-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Fly%20Away%20Home%20(1996)","genres":["Adventure","Children's"]}
{"item_id":501,"title":"Dumbo (1941)","description":"A shy baby elephant with oversized ears is ridiculed in a traveling circus, but when he learns he can soar with the aid of a supportive mouse, he becomes a spectacular star, reuniting with his mother and winning the crowd’s admiration.","release_date":"01-Jan-1941","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Dumbo%20(1941)","genres":["Animation","Children's","Musical"]}
{"item_id":502,"title":"Bananas (1971)","description":"A neurotic New Yorker impulsively marries a revolutionary and becomes the unlikely leader of a chaotic coup in a fictional Latin American country, sparking a farcical series of mishaps and political satire.","release_date":"01-Jan-1971","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Bananas%20(1971)","genres":["Comedy","War"]}
{"item_id":503,"title":"Candidate, The (1972)","description":"A charismatic lawyer (Robert Redford) launches an ambitious Senate campaign, soon discovering how media manipulation, political scheming, and personal sacrifices shape his public image and test his ideals.","release_date":"01-Jan-1972","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Candidate,%20The%20(1972)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":504,"title":"Bonnie and Clyde (1967)","description":"Bonnie and Clyde (1967) dramatizes the infamous 1930s partnership of bank‑robbing lovers, blending gritty violence with a rebellious romance as they scorch a trail across America while the law closes in.","release_date":"01-Jan-1967","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Bonnie%20and%20Clyde%20(1967)","genres":["Crime","Drama"]}
{"item_id":505,"title":"Dial M for Murder (1954)","description":"A charming tennis pro hires a cold‑hearted hitman to murder his rich wife, but the plan unravels when the intruder is killed in self‑defence and the police, led by a sharp detective, unravel a tangled web of deception.","release_date":"01-Jan-1954","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Dial%20M%20for%20Murder%20(1954)","genres":["Mystery","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":506,"title":"Rebel Without a Cause (1955)","description":"James Dean stars as Jim Stark, a disaffected teen in 1950s Los Angeles who battles parental neglect and societal expectations. He forms a volatile bond with a frustrated girl and a rebellious gang, culminating in a tragic showdown that epitomizes teenage angst.","release_date":"01-Jan-1955","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Rebel%20Without%20a%20Cause%20(1955)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":507,"title":"Streetcar Named Desire, A (1951)","description":"Based on Tennessee Williams’ play, the film follows fragile Southern belle Blanche DuBois as she seeks refuge with her sister Stella in New Orleans, only to clash with Stella’s brutish husband Stanley Kowalski, igniting a tense psychological battle of desire, illusion, and ruin.","release_date":"01-Jan-1951","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Streetcar%20Named%20Desire,%20A%20(1951)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":508,"title":"People vs. Larry Flynt, The (1996)","description":"The People vs. Larry Flynt is a biographical drama that follows the rise of the provocative adult‑magazine publisher and his fierce legal battles defending free‑speech rights. Starring Woody Harrelson, the film dramatizes the clash between First Amendment liberties and community standards in 1970s‑80s America.","release_date":"27-Dec-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?People%20vs.%20Larry%20Flynt,%20The%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":509,"title":"My Left Foot (1989)","description":"Based on the true story of Christy Brown, an Irishman born with cerebral palsy who learns to write and paint using his left foot, the film follows his struggle for independence and artistic expression. His determination and his family's support help him become an acclaimed author and painter.","release_date":"01-Jan-1989","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?My%20Left%20Foot%20(1989)","genres":["Drama"]}
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{"item_id":511,"title":"Lawrence of Arabia (1962)","description":"T.E. Lawrence, a charismatic British officer, unites Arab tribes to revolt against the Ottoman Empire during World War I, navigating the brutal desert and his own complex psyche. The film blends grandeur, political intrigue, and the timeless clash between myth and reality.","release_date":"01-Jan-1962","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Lawrence%20of%20Arabia%20(1962)","genres":["Adventure","War"]}
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{"item_id":513,"title":"Third Man, The (1949)","description":"A cynical black‑market dealer discovers his dead friend’s secret, leading him through the war‑torn streets of post‑war Vienna, where he faces betrayal, moral ambiguity, and a haunting, iconic zither‑driven score.","release_date":"01-Jan-1949","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Third%20Man,%20The%20(1949)","genres":["Mystery","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":514,"title":"Annie Hall (1977)","description":"Annie Hall follows neurotic comedian Alvy Singer as he navigates love and relationships with the quirky, free‑spirited Annie in 1970s New York, blending sharp humor with poignant reflections on romance and self‑identity.","release_date":"01-Jan-1977","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Annie%20Hall%20(1977)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":515,"title":"Boot, Das (1981)","description":"Das Boot is a gripping World War II drama that immerses viewers in the cramped, tense world of a German U‑boat crew as they battle the relentless ocean, enemy forces, and their own fears, while revealing the psychological strain of duty and survival.","release_date":"04-Apr-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Boot,%20Das%20(1981)","genres":["Action","Drama","War"]}
{"item_id":516,"title":"Local Hero (1983)","description":"When a New York oil executive travels to a remote Scottish village to negotiate a land purchase for his company, he becomes enchanted by the quirky locals and the breathtaking, untouched countryside, leading him to reassess his priorities.","release_date":"01-Jan-1983","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Local%20Hero%20(1983)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":517,"title":"Manhattan (1979)","description":"A neurotic writer grapples with love, marriage, and artistic ambition against the backdrop of 1970s New York, exploring the complexities of relationships and the allure of the city.","release_date":"01-Jan-1979","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Manhattan%20(1979)","genres":["Comedy","Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":518,"title":"Miller's Crossing (1990)","description":"Set in a 1930s Prohibition‑era city, a shrewd mob enforcer becomes caught in a deadly power struggle between rival gangs while his loyalties and love are put to the test. Joel Coen crafts a razor‑sharp noir full of stylish dialogue and intricate betrayals.","release_date":"01-Jan-1990","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Miller's%20Crossing%20(1990)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":519,"title":"Treasure of the Sierra Madre, The (1948)","description":"In 1920s Mexico, two desperate drifters team up with a grizzled prospector to search for gold in the Sierra Madre mountains, only to have their quest devolve into a ruthless battle of greed and paranoia that destroys them all. The film is a stark, character‑driven tale of ambition and betrayal in a harsh, lawless landscape.","release_date":"01-Jan-1948","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Treasure%20of%20the%20Sierra%20Madre,%20The%20(1948)","genres":["Adventure"]}
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{"item_id":522,"title":"Down by Law (1986)","description":"Down by Law is a Jim Jarmusch black comedy that follows three mismatched men—a pair of criminals and a dandy—who are unexpectedly imprisoned together in a New Orleans jail and forge an unlikely friendship while plotting their escape.","release_date":"01-Jan-1986","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Down%20by%20Law%20(1986)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
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{"item_id":526,"title":"Ben-Hur (1959)","description":"Jewish prince Judah Ben‑Hur is betrayed, enslaved, and driven by a quest for vengeance in Roman‑occupied Judea, while his life intersects with that of a Roman commander. Their intertwined fates lead to a legendary chariot race and a powerful tale of redemption.","release_date":"01-Jan-1959","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Ben-Hur%20(1959)","genres":["Action","Adventure","Drama"]}
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{"item_id":537,"title":"My Own Private Idaho (1991)","description":"Gus Van Sant's poetic drama follows street hustler Mike (Keanu Reeves) and his gay best friend Scott (River Phoenix) as they journey from Portland to Idaho in search of home and identity. Along the way, their evolving bond, love, and a modern take on Shakespeare's *Henry IV* intertwine amid the American Northwest's gritty underbelly.","release_date":"01-Jan-1991","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?My+Own+Private+Idaho+(1991)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":538,"title":"Anastasia (1997)","description":"After surviving the Russian Revolution, an amnesiac young woman joins a charismatic con man and his loyal dog to uncover her true identity as the lost Grand Duchess Anastasia, while confronting an evil sorcerer and a scheming grand duke.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Anastasia+(1997)","genres":["Animation","Children's","Musical"]}
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{"item_id":546,"title":"Broken Arrow (1996)","description":"When a rogue USAF pilot steals a nuclear warhead, a rival pilot races across the desert to stop him and prevent a catastrophic detonation.","release_date":"09-Feb-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Broken%20Arrow%20(1996)","genres":["Action","Thriller"]}
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{"item_id":549,"title":"Rob Roy (1995)","description":"In 18th‑century Scotland, widowed clan chief Rob Roy MacGregor (Liam Neeson) battles a corrupt aristocrat to protect his land and family, leading to a legendary feud and a dramatic duel.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Rob%20Roy%20(1995)","genres":["Drama","Romance","War"]}
{"item_id":550,"title":"Die Hard: With a Vengeance (1995)","description":"John McClane partners with a reluctant civilian to stop a vengeful terrorist who forces them into a deadly game of riddles and bomb threats across New York City, leading to a high‑stakes battle to save millions of lives.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Die%20Hard:%20With%20a%20Vengeance%20(1995)","genres":["Action","Thriller"]}
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{"item_id":552,"title":"Species (1995)","description":"After a secret biotech experiment creates a seductive alien‑human hybrid, she escapes and begins a deadly quest to reproduce, leaving a trail of victims. A team of scientists and a hardened operative race to stop her before she threatens humanity.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Species%20(1995)","genres":["Sci-Fi"]}
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{"item_id":556,"title":"Wild Bill (1995)","description":"When a violent bank robbery erupts in his quiet Texas town, retired sheriff Wild Bill (Jeff Bridges) must confront his haunted past and step back into the lawman's role. The film follows his struggle to protect his community while wrestling with loss and the realities of aging.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Wild%20Bill%20(1995)","genres":["Western"]}
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{"item_id":568,"title":"Speed (1994)","description":"Rookie cop Jack Traven must stop a bomb on a city bus that will detonate if the vehicle drops below 50 mph, leading to a high‑octane chase through Los Angeles. With passenger Annie, he fights to keep the bus moving and the passengers alive.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Speed%20(1994/I)","genres":["Action","Romance","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":569,"title":"Wolf (1994)","description":"A timid literary editor is bitten by a mysterious wolf, triggering a gruesome transformation that awakens his primal instincts and newfound confidence. As he navigates his evolving nature, he must confront both his inner beast and the dangerous forces pursuing him.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Wolf%20(1994)","genres":["Drama","Horror"]}
{"item_id":570,"title":"Wyatt Earp (1994)","description":"Kevin Costner stars as legendary lawman Wyatt Earp, tracing his evolution from a fledgling frontier gambler to the iconic gunslinger of the O.K. Corral showdown, while exposing the personal costs of his relentless pursuit of justice in the turbulent Old West.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Wyatt%20Earp%20(1994)","genres":["Western"]}
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{"item_id":575,"title":"City Slickers II: The Legend of Curly's Gold (1994)","description":"After Curly’s death, Mitch, Phil, and Larry reunite to search for his legendary hidden gold in the Rockies, confronting bandits, rapids, and midlife doubts. Their comedic adventure tests their friendship while delivering plenty of laughs and wild frontier mishaps.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?City%20Slickers%20II:%20The%20Legend%20of%20Curly's%20Gold%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Western"]}
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{"item_id":646,"title":"Once Upon a Time in the West (1969)","description":"In this epic Spaghetti Western, a mute harmonica‑playing gunman and a resilient widow join forces to avenge the murder of her husband and confront a ruthless railroad tycoon and his hired assassin as the Old West gives way to progress.","release_date":"01-Jan-1969","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?C'era%20una%20volta%20il%20west%20(1969)","genres":["Western"]}
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{"item_id":651,"title":"Glory (1989)","description":"Set during the Civil War, Glory chronicles the formation and courageous battle of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry, the first all‑Black Union regiment, as its men confront prejudice, endure grueling training, and fight for both their country and their own dignity.","release_date":"01-Jan-1989","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Glory%20(1989)","genres":["Action","Drama","War"]}
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{"item_id":655,"title":"Stand by Me (1986)","description":"Four friends set out on a summer hike to locate a missing boy's body, forging an unbreakable bond as they confront danger, secrets, and the harsh realities of adolescence. Their journey becomes a timeless rite of passage that captures the power of friendship and the loss of innocence.","release_date":"01-Jan-1986","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Stand%20by%20Me%20(1986)","genres":["Adventure","Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":656,"title":"M (1931)","description":"A tormented child murderer prowls Berlin, prompting a relentless manhunt as both police and the criminal underworld join forces to track him down, exposing the city's deep moral decay.","release_date":"01-Jan-1931","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?M%20(1931)","genres":["Crime","Film-Noir","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":657,"title":"Manchurian Candidate, The (1962)","description":"A former Korean War POW is brain‑washed into becoming an assassin, and his former platoon mates uncover a sinister plot that threatens to murder a presidential candidate and hijack the highest levels of power.","release_date":"01-Jan-1962","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Manchurian%20Candidate,%20The%20(1962)","genres":["Film-Noir","Thriller"]}
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{"item_id":659,"title":"Arsenic and Old Lace (1944)","description":"A sweet‑natured aunt runs a home for elderly men, but she and her sister secretly poison lonely guests with arsenic. When their clueless nephew, a nervous lawyer, discovers the truth, frantic wits and slapstick chaos erupt.","release_date":"01-Jan-1944","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Arsenic%20and%20Old%20Lace%20(1944)","genres":["Comedy","Mystery","Thriller"]}
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{"item_id":669,"title":"Body Parts (1991)","description":"A disgruntled ex-soldier undergoes a hand transplant using a donor’s limb, only to discover it belonged to a notorious serial killer, causing him to experience terrifying cravings and violent urges.","release_date":"01-Jan-1991","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Body%20Parts%20(1991)","genres":["Horror"]}
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{"item_id":671,"title":"Bride of Frankenstein (1935)","description":"After the original monster’s triumph, Dr. Frankenstein is forced to create a companion for his creation, but when the Bride of Frankenstein awakens she defies expectations, sparking a deadly clash between love, horror, and destiny.","release_date":"01-Jan-1935","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Bride%20of%20Frankenstein%20(1935)","genres":["Horror"]}
{"item_id":672,"title":"Candyman (1992)","description":"When a graduate student investigates the urban legend of the Candyman, she inadvertently summons the vengeful, hook‑handed spirit, and he begins to terrorize anyone who dares invoke his name.","release_date":"01-Jan-1992","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Candyman%20(1992)","genres":["Horror"]}
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{"item_id":674,"title":"Cat People (1982)","description":"When shy zoologist Irena discovers she is the last of a line of shapeshifting cat people who turn into a deadly feline whenever she becomes aroused or threatened, she must confront her terrifying alter‑ego while a determined detective hunts her through the streets of New York.","release_date":"01-Jan-1982","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Cat%20People%20(1982)","genres":["Horror"]}
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{"item_id":679,"title":"Conan the Barbarian (1981)","description":"After his village is destroyed, a young Conan seeks revenge, battling deadly warlords and dark sorcery across a brutal, mythic landscape. Guided by a mystic mentor, he confronts the merciless Thulsa Doom to claim his destiny.","release_date":"01-Jan-1981","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Conan+the+Barbarian+(1981)","genres":["Action","Adventure"]}
{"item_id":680,"title":"Kull the Conqueror (1997)","description":"After a treacherous noble murders the king, barbarian warlord Kull rises to the throne of Valhalla. He must battle a vengeful sorcerer and a scheming queen to protect his realm.","release_date":"29-Aug-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Kull+the+Conqueror+(1997)","genres":["Action","Adventure"]}
{"item_id":681,"title":"Wishmaster (1997)","description":"When a djinn escapes a centuries‑old bottle, it grants twisted wishes to anyone who speaks its name, turning desires into deadly traps. A skeptical college student and a police detective must race to stop the evil entity before it fulfills its ultimate wish.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Wishmaster+(1997)","genres":["Horror"]}
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{"item_id":683,"title":"Rocket Man (1997)","description":"A clueless NASA employee unexpectedly gets launched into space, and his well‑meaning but hapless attempts to prove himself turn a routine mission into a chaotic comedy of errors.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Rocket+Man+(1997)","genres":["Comedy"]}
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{"item_id":686,"title":"Perfect World, A (1993)","description":"A charismatic convict escapes from prison and forms an unexpected bond with a young boy he kidnaps, traveling across Texas while a determined Texas Ranger pursues them. The story explores themes of freedom, redemption, and the complex nature of morality.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Perfect%20World,%20A%20(1993)","genres":["Action","Drama"]}
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{"item_id":691,"title":"Dark City (1998)","description":"A man awakens in a nightmarish metropolis where mysterious beings called the Strangers constantly rewrite reality and erase memories. As he fights to reclaim his identity, he uncovers the hidden truth behind the city's illusory world.","release_date":"09-Jan-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-118929","genres":["Film-Noir","Sci-Fi","Thriller"]}
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{"item_id":699,"title":"Little Women (1994)","description":"A faithful adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel, the 1994 film follows the four March sisters—Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy—as they navigate love, ambition, and family bonds during the Civil War era, each striving to forge her own path while staying united.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Little%20Women%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
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{"item_id":826,"title":"Phantom, The (1996)","description":"A modern retelling of the classic comic‑strip hero, The Phantom follows the masked jungle lord (Billy Zane) as he battles the evil Dr. Zorba and his pirate army to protect the ancient secrets of his lineage. Set against lush tropical backdrops, the adventure blends high‑octane action, romance, and a touch of supernatural lore as the hero embraces his destiny as the jungle’s guardian.","release_date":"07-Jun-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Phantom,%20The%20(1996)","genres":["Adventure"]}
{"item_id":827,"title":"Daylight (1996)","description":"When a massive explosion collapses the Hudson River tunnel, a former emergency responder (Sylvester Stallone) must navigate the darkness and flooding to rescue the trapped commuters. He races against time to prevent a catastrophic collapse and save lives.","release_date":"06-Dec-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Daylight%20(1996)","genres":["Action","Adventure","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":828,"title":"Alaska (1996)","description":"After their father's death, siblings who find a map to a hidden gold mine journey through the Alaskan wilderness, teaming up with a grizzled trapper and a loyal sled dog while evading a ruthless poacher.","release_date":"21-Aug-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Alaska%20(1996)","genres":["Adventure","Children's"]}
{"item_id":829,"title":"Fled (1996)","description":"After being falsely blamed for a murder, a savvy computer hacker teams up with a street‑wise con artist to clear their names, racing across the city while staying one step ahead of a relentless detective and the real killers.","release_date":"19-Jul-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Fled%20(1996)","genres":["Action","Adventure"]}
{"item_id":830,"title":"Power 98 (1995)","description":"When a charismatic shock‑jock and his enigmatic co‑host use their powerful radio show to manipulate listeners and hide a series of murders, a hard‑nosed detective must unravel the deadly game before the station’s signal silences them all.","release_date":"17-May-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Power%2098%20(1995)","genres":["Action","Mystery","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":831,"title":"Escape from L.A. (1996)","description":"In a dystopian future, antihero Snake Plissken is coerced by a ruthless government to infiltrate a lawless, militarized Los Angeles—now an island prison—and retrieve a nuclear device before it triggers a global catastrophe.","release_date":"09-Aug-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Escape%20from%20L.A.%20(1996)","genres":["Action","Adventure","Sci-Fi","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":832,"title":"Bogus (1996)","description":"A down‑on‑his‑luck con man pretends to be a medium to swindle a grieving mother, only to discover that the boy she’s caring for can actually see a mischievous little ghost named Bogus, forcing the swindler into a heartfelt, unlikely partnership.","release_date":"06-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Bogus%20(1996)","genres":["Children's","Drama","Fantasy"]}
{"item_id":833,"title":"Bulletproof (1996)","description":"When a slick con artist is forced to become a police informant, he partners with a tough detective to track down a murderous mobster and a $12‑million drug haul. Their unlikely alliance leads to high‑octane chases, double‑crosses and plenty of laughs.","release_date":"06-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Bulletproof%20(1996)","genres":["Action"]}
{"item_id":834,"title":"Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers (1995)","description":"When Michael Myers awakens after years of imprisonment, he stalks a new generation of victims, including a teenage girl who discovers a family secret linking her to his endless curse.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Halloween:%20The%20Curse%20of%20Michael%20Myers%20(1995)","genres":["Horror","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":835,"title":"Gay Divorcee, The (1934)","description":"Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers star as a married dance duo whose marriage hits a snag after a misunderstanding, leading each to flirt with new partners and spark comic misadventures, all set against lavish song‑and‑dance numbers that showcase their legendary chemistry.","release_date":"01-Jan-1934","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Gay%20Divorcee%2C%20The%20%281934%29","genres":["Comedy","Musical","Romance"]}
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{"item_id":837,"title":"Meet John Doe (1941)","description":"A charismatic drifter known as John Doe sparks a populist movement by sending anonymous editorial letters that intrigue a skeptical newspaper editor and a determined reporter. As the phenomenon grows, the three wrestle with truth, media manipulation, and the power of the people.","release_date":"01-Jan-1941","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Meet%20John%20Doe%20(1941)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":838,"title":"In the Line of Duty 2 (1987)","description":"When a tenacious police officer goes undercover to dismantle a ruthless drug cartel, she must outwit a deadly network of assassins and survive relentless, high‑octane combat, risking everything to bring the criminals to justice.","release_date":"30-Aug-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?In%20the%20Line%20of%20Duty%202%20(1987)","genres":["Action"]}
{"item_id":839,"title":"Loch Ness (1995)","description":"A British documentary filmmaker journeys to Scotland to investigate the legend of the Loch Ness Monster, confronting both skepticism and wonder as he uncovers unexpected secrets beneath the waters.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Loch%20Ness%20(1995)","genres":["Horror","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":840,"title":"Last Man Standing (1996)","description":"In 1950s New York, a hardened Korean War veteran (Bruce Willis) returns home to investigate a violent mob war, using his ruthless tactics to expose corruption and enforce his own brand of justice, putting him at odds with both criminals and the police.","release_date":"20-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Last%20Man%20Standing%20(1996/I)","genres":["Action","Drama","Western"]}
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{"item_id":844,"title":"Freeway (1996)","description":"Teen runaway Vanessa Lutz flees her abusive home and ends up on a dangerous highway, where she encounters a psychopathic cop posing as a helpful driver, turning her journey into a twisted modern‑day \"Little Red Riding Hood.\"","release_date":"23-Aug-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Freeway%20(1996)","genres":["Crime"]}
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{"item_id":846,"title":"To Gillian on Her 37th Birthday (1996)","description":"On the eve of his late wife's 37th birthday, grieving widower David continues to converse with her spirit, forcing him to confront his lingering denial and the painful process of moving on.","release_date":"18-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?To%20Gillian%20on%20Her%2037th%20Birthday%20(1996)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
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{"item_id":848,"title":"Murder, My Sweet (1944)","description":"Private detective Philip Marlowe is hired by a sultry femme fatale to locate her missing husband, only to become entangled in a web of murder, blackmail, and double‑crosses that lead him through the gritty underbelly of wartime Los Angeles.","release_date":"01-Jan-1944","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Murder,%20My%20Sweet%20(1944)","genres":["Film-Noir","Thriller"]}
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{"item_id":855,"title":"Diva (1981)","description":"When a Parisian music student secretly records a famed opera diva’s private recital, the illicit tape becomes a priceless prize, thrusting him into a dangerous chase across the city with mobsters, a corrupt cop, and a mysterious saxophonist.","release_date":"01-Jan-1981","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Diva%20(1981)","genres":["Action","Drama","Mystery","Romance","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":856,"title":"Night on Earth (1991)","description":"In this anthology, five taxi rides across Los Angeles, New York, Paris, Rome, and Helsinki unfold during a single night, revealing quirky, heartfelt encounters between drivers and passengers.","release_date":"01-Jan-1991","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Night%20on%20Earth%20(1991)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":857,"title":"Paris Was a Woman (1995)","description":"A vibrant documentary that chronicles the bohemian world of Paris's lesbian and avant‑garde scene in the 1970s, following charismatic figures like Jeanne Sagan and the iconic Cabaret Au Frog and showcasing their art, love, and resistance against a changing city.","release_date":"08-Nov-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Paris%20Was%20a%20Woman%20(1995)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":858,"title":"Amityville: Dollhouse (1996)","description":"A couple who move into a new home built on the former Amityville murder site soon learn that a creepy doll collector is using the house’s dark history to turn unsuspecting residents into lifelike dolls, trapping them in a nightmarish, miniature world.","release_date":"01-Jan-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Amityville:%20Dollhouse%20(1996)","genres":["Horror"]}
{"item_id":859,"title":"April Fool's Day (1986)","description":"A group of college friends spend a weekend at a remote mansion playing elaborate April Fool's pranks on each other, only to discover that the jokes have turned deadly when a mysterious killer begins stalking the party.","release_date":"01-Jan-1986","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?April%20Fool's%20Day%20(1986)","genres":["Comedy","Horror"]}
{"item_id":860,"title":"Believers, The (1987)","description":"When a homicide leads a detective and a journalist into the heart of a secret Afro‑Caribbean cult in New York, they uncover a terrifying deity that demands human sacrifice. Their investigation forces them to confront the cult’s deadly rituals and its fanatical believers.","release_date":"01-Jan-1987","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Believers,%20The%20(1987)","genres":["Horror","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":861,"title":"Nosferatu a Venezia (1986)","description":"A famed film critic journeys to Venice to investigate rumors that a reclusive aristocrat is the legendary vampire Nosferatu, and soon finds himself drawn into a seductive web of gothic horror and deadly intrigue.","release_date":"01-Jan-1986","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Nosferatu%20a%20Venezia%20(1986)","genres":["Horror"]}
{"item_id":862,"title":"Jingle All the Way (1996)","description":"A workaholic dad (Arnold Schwarzenegger) frantically scours the city on Christmas Eve trying to secure the wildly popular Turbo Man action figure for his son, leading to a series of chaotic, comedic mishaps as he competes against a rival father for the coveted toy.","release_date":"22-Nov-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Jingle%20All%20the%20Way%20(1996)","genres":["Adventure","Children's","Comedy"]}
{"item_id":863,"title":"Garden of Finzi-Contini, The (Giardino dei Finzi-Contini, Il) (1970)","description":"Set in 1930s Ferrara, the film follows the privileged Finzi-Contini Jewish family as they retreat into their secluded garden amid the rise of fascism, trying to preserve their way of life. Their sheltered world unravels as love, loss, and the looming horrors of war intrude upon their idyllic refuge.","release_date":"08-Nov-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Giardino%20dei%20Finzi-Contini,%20Il%20(1970)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":864,"title":"My Fellow Americans (1996)","description":"When former Presidents played by Jack Lemmon and James Garner are falsely accused of murder, they embark on a chaotic cross‑country road trip to clear their names, forcing bitter rivals to cooperate amid a comedy of political mishaps.","release_date":"20-Dec-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?My%20Fellow%20Americans%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":865,"title":"Ice Storm, The (1997)","description":"Set in 1973 suburban Connecticut, The Ice Storm follows two families as a Thanksgiving dinner spirals into betrayal, secrets, and a literal ice storm that mirrors their emotional turbulence; through Ang Lee’s nuanced direction, the film explores the disintegration of the American middle class and the generational divide of the era.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Ice+Storm%2C+The+(1997)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":866,"title":"Michael (1996)","description":"When a down‑on‑her‑luck mother and a skeptical sheriff encounter a charismatic, drinking archangel named Michael, his irreverent humor and unexpected miracles turn their lives upside‑down.","release_date":"25-Dec-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Michael%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":867,"title":"Whole Wide World, The (1996)","description":"The Whole Wide World is a tender biographical drama that chronicles the quiet, letters‑filled romance between aspiring Texas writer Robert E. Howard and the spirited small‑town girl Minnie, portraying their hopeful love and its tragic, bittersweet conclusion.","release_date":"25-Dec-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Whole%20Wide%20World,%20The%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
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{"item_id":869,"title":"Fools Rush In (1997)","description":"When carefree New Yorker Alex meets vibrant Mexican‑American Andy in Los Angeles, a one‑night encounter leads to an unexpected pregnancy and a whirlwind marriage, forcing them to navigate cultural clashes, family expectations, and their own doubts as they discover that love can thrive amid chaos.","release_date":"14-Feb-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Fools%20Rush%20In%20(1997)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":870,"title":"Touch (1997)","description":"After a car accident leaves a celebrated journalist paralyzed and speechless, he learns to communicate through a computer and forms an unexpected bond with a teenage girl who helps him regain his sense of purpose.","release_date":"14-Feb-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Touch%20(1997)","genres":["Romance"]}
{"item_id":871,"title":"Vegas Vacation (1997)","description":"The Griswold family takes a chaotic road trip to Las Vegas, where Clark’s over‑the‑top attempts to win big and his kids’ misadventures create a whirlwind of comedy and mishaps.","release_date":"14-Feb-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Vegas%20Vacation%20(1997)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":872,"title":"Love Jones (1997)","description":"Love Jones follows a charismatic poet and an aspiring photographer in 1990s Chicago as they navigate a passionate romance amid the city’s vibrant artistic scene, exploring love, friendship, and the challenges of commitment.","release_date":"14-Mar-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Love%20Jones%20(1997)","genres":["Romance"]}
{"item_id":873,"title":"Picture Perfect (1997)","description":"A struggling journalist (Jennifer Love Hewitt) pretends to be a wealthy socialite to secure a high‑profile magazine job. As a charismatic photographer (Dermot Mulroney) discovers her deception, the two engage in a witty battle that blossoms into romance.","release_date":"01-Aug-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Picture+Perfect+(1997)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":874,"title":"Career Girls (1997)","description":"Two ambitious women in 1990s Hong Kong juggle demanding careers, love, and friendship as they confront the pressures of success, while their intertwined journeys highlight the challenges and aspirations of modern, career‑driven women.","release_date":"08-Aug-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Career+Girls+(1997)","genres":["Drama"]}
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{"item_id":1004,"title":"Geronimo: An American Legend (1993)","description":"A renegade Apache warrior, Geronimo (Robby Benson), leads his people in a desperate fight against the U.S. Army in the 1880s, while General George Crook (John Turturro) and a determined Indian scout (Michael Biehn) grapple with the moral complexities of the conflict.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Geronimo:%20An%20American%20Legend%20(1993)","genres":["Drama","Western"]}
{"item_id":1005,"title":"Double vie de Véronique, La (Double Life of Veronique, The) (1991)","description":"Krzysztof Kieślowski’s poetic drama follows two identical women—one in Poland, one in France—who never meet yet sense a mysterious, shared destiny, as a haunting melody intertwines their parallel lives.","release_date":"01-Jan-1991","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Podwojne%20zycie%20Weroniki%20(1991)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1006,"title":"Until the End of the World (Bis ans Ende der Welt) (1991)","description":"A globe‑spanning sci‑fi road trip follows a young woman racing across continents to retrieve a revolutionary video‑phone capable of recording dreams, as humanity grapples with a looming apocalypse.","release_date":"01-Jan-1991","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Bis%20ans%20Ende%20der%20Welt%20(1991)","genres":["Drama","Sci-Fi"]}
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{"item_id":1008,"title":"I Shot Andy Warhol (1996)","description":"I Shot Andy Warhol chronicles the turbulent life of radical feminist Valerie Solanas, whose obsession with avant‑garde filmmaker Andy Warhol culminates in her 1970 attempt to murder him, exposing the clash between artistic celebrity and extremist ideology.","release_date":"01-May-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?I%20Shot%20Andy%20Warhol%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1009,"title":"Stealing Beauty (1996)","description":"A young American woman journeys to the Tuscan countryside to pose for a photographer’s artistic project, hoping to reconnect with her late mother’s friends and uncover a hidden family secret, leading to a poignant coming‑of‑age revelation.","release_date":"14-Jun-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Stealing%20Beauty%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1010,"title":"Basquiat (1996)","description":"Basquiat (1996) chronicles the meteoric rise and tragic downfall of Jean‑Michel Basquiat, a teenage graffiti artist who bursts onto New York’s 1980s art scene and must navigate fame, creative ambition, and personal demons. starring Jeffrey Wright, the film immerses viewers in the vibrant yet volatile world of art, money, and identity.","release_date":"16-Aug-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Basquiat%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1011,"title":"2 Days in the Valley (1996)","description":"After a hitman murders a drifter in a remote California valley, a private investigator and a rookie cop race against time to untangle a tangled web of betrayal, corruption, and murder.","release_date":"27-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?2%20Days%20in%20the%20Valley%20(1996)","genres":["Crime"]}
{"item_id":1012,"title":"Private Parts (1997)","description":"Howard Stern's irreverent rise to fame is chronicled in this raucous biopic, following the shock-jock's off‑air antics, battles with FCC censorship, and the unlikely friendships that helped turn his controversial radio show into a cultural phenomenon.","release_date":"07-Mar-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Private%20Parts%20(1997)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1013,"title":"Anaconda (1997)","description":"A documentary crew filming a mysterious tribe in the Amazon River becomes the target of a massive, relentless anaconda that stalks them through the jungle. Their survival hinges on outwitting the giant serpent before it devours them all.","release_date":"11-Apr-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Anaconda%20%281997%29","genres":["Action","Adventure","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1014,"title":"Romy and Michele's High School Reunion (1997)","description":"Two clueless but fiercely loyal best friends, Romy and Michele, concoct a wild ruse to appear as successful businesswomen when they attend their ten‑year high school reunion, sparking a hilariously chaotic weekend that forces them to confront their insecurities and celebrate the strength of their friendship.","release_date":"25-Apr-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Romy%20and%20Michele%27s%20High%20School%20Reunion%20%281997%29","genres":["Comedy"]}
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{"item_id":1016,"title":"Con Air (1997)","description":"Convicted ex‑army ranger Cameron Poe is being transferred on a high‑security prison plane when the inmates hijack the aircraft, turning it into a flying death trap. Poe must outwit the ruthless criminals and keep the plane from crashing before it reaches its destination.","release_date":"06-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Con%20Air%20%281997%29","genres":["Action","Adventure","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1017,"title":"Trees Lounge (1996)","description":"A down‑on‑his‑luck bartender in Queens spends his nights pouring drinks for the regulars while navigating tangled relationships, personal regrets, and a series of drunken mishaps. The film blends dark humor and melancholy as Tommy confronts the consequences of his self‑destructive habits and searches for meaning.","release_date":"11-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Trees%20Lounge%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
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{"item_id":1020,"title":"Gaslight (1944)","description":"When newlywed Paula Alquist suspects her husband Michael of hiding something, he systematically manipulates her perception of reality, trying to convince her she’s losing her mind so he can conceal his crimes. \u0003","release_date":"01-Jan-1944","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Gaslight%20(1944)","genres":["Mystery","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1021,"title":"8 1/2 (1963)","description":"Renowned director Guido Anselmi is plagued by a creative crisis while juggling the demands of his wife, mistress, and producer, leading him to retreat into a dreamlike world of memories and fantasies. Fellini’s *8 ½* blends reality and imagination in a poignant exploration of artistic paralysis.","release_date":"01-Jan-1963","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?8%201/2%20(1963)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1022,"title":"Fast, Cheap & Out of Control (1997)","description":"A mesmerizing documentary that follows three eccentric visionaries—a rogue robot creator, a charismatic whale trainer, and a daring geneticist—as they pursue their obsessions with speed, cost, and the limits of control. Through Errol Morris’s signature interviews and striking visuals, the film examines the thin line between invention and madness.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Fast,+Cheap+&+Out+of+Control+(1997)","genres":["Documentary"]}
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{"item_id":1024,"title":"Mrs. Dalloway (1997)","description":"In post‑World War I London, Clarissa Dalloway spends a single summer day preparing for a high‑society party while reflecting on past loves and the passage of time. Parallel to her reflections is the tragic decline of war‑scarred veteran Septimus Warren Smith, illustrating Virginia Woolf’s meditation on memory, society, and mental fragility.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Mrs%2E+Dalloway+(1997)","genres":["Romance"]}
{"item_id":1025,"title":"Fire Down Below (1997)","description":"An EPA agent (Steven Seagal) goes undercover in a coal‑mining town to expose a corrupt businessman’s illegal toxic‑waste dumping, sparking a violent showdown that threatens both the environment and his own life.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Fire+Down+Below+(1997)","genres":["Action","Drama","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1026,"title":"Lay of the Land, The (1997)","description":"When a real‑estate developer returns to his small hometown to oversee a controversial project, he must confront old family tensions and decide what truly matters.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Lay+of+the+Land%2C+The+(1997)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1027,"title":"Shooter, The (1995)","description":"When a former elite sniper’s covert team is ambushed, he is forced back into the deadly world of espionage to track down the shadowy organization responsible and clear his name.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Shooter,%20The%20(1995)","genres":["Action"]}
{"item_id":1028,"title":"Grumpier Old Men (1995)","description":"When a stunning new neighbor moves in next door, feuding retirees Max and John must juggle rekindled romances, family responsibilities, and their rivalry, leading to a series of humorous and heartfelt mishaps.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Grumpier%20Old%20Men%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1029,"title":"Jury Duty (1995)","description":"Slacker Tom Baxter (Pauly Shore) is summoned for jury duty, only to find himself stuck in a chaotic courtroom where his antics clash with a tough fellow juror and a charismatic lawyer, leading to a wild series of misadventures that force him to grow up.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Jury%20Duty%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1030,"title":"Beverly Hillbillies, The (1993)","description":"When a backwoods family hits oil on their farm, they head to Beverly Hills, where their country charm collides hilariously with high‑society life. The movie follows the Clampetts as they navigate clashing cultures, eccentric neighbors, and outlandish misadventures in their newfound wealth.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Beverly%20Hillbillies,%20The%20(1993)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1031,"title":"Lassie (1994)","description":"A young boy moves to the countryside and befriends an heroic collie named Lassie, whose bravery helps protect his family and restore their sense of wonder and togetherness.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Lassie%20(1994)","genres":["Adventure","Children's"]}
{"item_id":1032,"title":"Little Big League (1994)","description":"A teenage prodigy inherits the Seattle baseball team and, with a mix of youthful optimism and savvy negotiation, turns the struggling franchise into a contender while learning the challenges of leadership and family loyalty.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Little%20Big%20League%20(1994)","genres":["Children's","Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1033,"title":"Homeward Bound II: Lost in San Francisco (1996)","description":"When the adventurous rescue dogs Shadow, Chance, and Sassy get separated from their owners during a chaotic flight, they must navigate the bustling streets of San Francisco, outwit a mischievous raccoon, and overcome countless obstacles to reunite with the family they love.","release_date":"08-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Homeward%20Bound%20II:%20Lost%20in%20San%20Francisco%20(1996)","genres":["Adventure","Children's"]}
{"item_id":1034,"title":"Quest, The (1996)","description":"A young Chinese shepherd is enslaved and trained as a warrior by a Mongol warlord, only to later discover a secret, ancient tournament where fighters from around the world battle for a priceless relic. Seeking honor and freedom, he enters the competition, confronting deadly opponents and his own past in a quest for redemption.","release_date":"26-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Quest,%20The%20(1996/I)","genres":["Action","Adventure"]}
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{"item_id":1037,"title":"Grease 2 (1982)","description":"When transfer student Michael arrives at Rydell High, he falls for the charismatic French exchange student Stephanie, sparking a fresh wave of romance, rivalry, and catchy musical numbers that culminate in a dazzling school dance.","release_date":"01-Jan-1982","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Grease%202%20(1982)","genres":["Comedy","Musical","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1038,"title":"Switchback (1997)","description":"A weary sheriff teams up with a stranded hitchhiker to track a brutal drifter who’s terrorizing motorists on a remote mountain road, culminating in a deadly showdown on the treacherous Switchback.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Switchback+(1997)","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1039,"title":"Hamlet (1996)","description":"Kenneth Branagh's 1996 film offers a lavish, uncut adaptation of Shakespeare's tragedy, transporting the royal court of Denmark onto an expansive cinematic stage. It follows Prince Hamlet as he wrestles with grief, betrayal, and a relentless thirst for revenge.","release_date":"24-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Hamlet%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1040,"title":"Two if by Sea (1996)","description":"After a charismatic thief marries a sweet baker, he struggles to give up his criminal ways and adapt to a quiet domestic life, leading to a series of comedic mishaps as love and old habits collide.","release_date":"01-Jan-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Two%20if%20by%20Sea%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1041,"title":"Forget Paris (1995)","description":"A baseball star and a sports psychologist meet in Paris, fall in love, and then struggle to keep their relationship alive as their demanding careers pull them across the United States.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Forget%20Paris%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1042,"title":"Just Cause (1995)","description":"A seasoned defense attorney takes on a high‑profile murder case, only to discover that the truth is buried beneath courtroom intrigue, personal betrayals, and a tangled web of lies.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Just%20Cause%20(1995)","genres":["Mystery","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1043,"title":"Rent-a-Kid (1995)","description":"When a struggling single dad hires a ten‑year‑old boy from a “rent‑a‑kid” agency to help with his household and bring some excitement into his life, the unlikely pair form an unexpected bond that leads to comedic chaos and a heartfelt lesson about what truly makes a family.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Rent-a-Kid%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1044,"title":"Paper, The (1994)","description":"A young reporter lands a job at a bustling city newspaper and must navigate cut‑throat newsroom politics while chasing a story that could make or break his career, forcing him to confront tough ethical choices.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Paper,%20The%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1045,"title":"Fearless (1993)","description":"After surviving a catastrophic plane crash, a former pilot (Jeff Bridges) is haunted by guilt and obsession, forcing him to confront his own trauma while striving to rebuild his shattered life.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Fearless%20(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1046,"title":"Malice (1993)","description":"A charismatic surgeon (Alec Baldwin) seduces a grieving widow (Nicole Kidman), drawing her into a twisted web of deceit, murder, and shocking revelations about his dark past.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Malice%20(1993)","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1047,"title":"Multiplicity (1996)","description":"A frazzled family man creates multiple clones of himself to juggle work, kids, and personal time, only to watch the copies clash and cause chaotic, comedic havoc.","release_date":"12-Jul-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Multiplicity%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1048,"title":"She's the One (1996)","description":"Two Irish‑American brothers in New York find their love lives tangled when Mickey prepares to marry his longtime girlfriend while his brother Francis rekindles a fling with his ex, sparking a series of comedic mishaps and heartfelt reflections on commitment.","release_date":"23-Aug-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?She's%20the%20One%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1049,"title":"House Arrest (1996)","description":"When two siblings discover their parents are planning to separate, they lock them in the basement and turn the house into a chaotic courtroom to force a reunion, leading to hilarious misunderstandings and heartfelt moments.","release_date":"02-Aug-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?House+Arrest+(1996/I)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1050,"title":"Ghost and Mrs. Muir, The (1947)","description":"A grieving widow takes up residence in a windswept seaside cottage, only to find it inhabited by the charming ghost of its former captain, who falls in love with her and helps her rebuild her life.","release_date":"01-Jan-1947","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Ghost%20and%20Mrs.%20Muir,%20The%20(1947)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1051,"title":"Associate, The (1996)","description":"A talented Wall Street analyst, ignored because she’s a woman, invents a fictional male partner to secure a promotion, and the ruse quickly spirals into a chaotic battle of wits with her colleagues and a relentless reporter.","release_date":"19-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Associate,%20The%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1052,"title":"Dracula: Dead and Loving It (1995)","description":"A slapstick parody of Bram Stoker’s classic, Jim Carrey plays a flamboyantly over‑the‑top Count Dracula who swoops into Victorian London to seduce a frightened local while clashing with a bumbling band of vampire hunters.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Dracula:%20Dead%20and%20Loving%20It%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy","Horror"]}
{"item_id":1053,"title":"Now and Then (1995)","description":"Four girls spend a transformative summer in 1970, forging lasting friendships and confronting the challenges of growing up, and later reunite as adults to reflect on how those pivotal moments shaped their lives.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Now%20and%20Then%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1054,"title":"Mr. Wrong (1996)","description":"After a disastrous night out, naive accountant Darcy meets the charming but mysterious Whit, who seems like the perfect husband—until she discovers his homicidal family and dangerous secrets threaten her very survival.","release_date":"16-Feb-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Mr.%20Wrong%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1055,"title":"Simple Twist of Fate, A (1994)","description":"A successful attorney returns to his small hometown after his father's funeral, only to be forced to confront long‑buried family secrets and estranged relationships that will change the course of his life.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Simple%20Twist%20of%20Fate,%20A%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1056,"title":"Cronos (1992)","description":"An antiquarian finds a mysterious, ancient device that bestows immortality, but its dark, vampire-like curse soon consumes his family and draws a relentless, blood‑thirsty predator.","release_date":"01-Jan-1992","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Cronos%20(1992)","genres":["Horror"]}
{"item_id":1057,"title":"Pallbearer, The (1996)","description":"When a shy college student is asked to be a pallbearer for a woman he never knew, he pretends to be a friend of the deceased, sparking an unlikely romance and comic complications with her grieving mother.","release_date":"19-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Pallbearer,%20The%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1058,"title":"War, The (1994)","description":"In 1970s rural Pennsylvania, a Vietnam‑era veteran (Kevin Costner) battles personal trauma and a bitter dispute over a treasured piece of land, while his young son (Elijah Wood) faces local bullies and the lingering shadows of war.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?War,%20The%20(1994)","genres":["Adventure","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1059,"title":"Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood (1996)","description":"A satirical comedy that follows two hapless friends, Ashtray and Loc Dog, as they navigate exaggerated urban stereotypes while trying to survive a series of ridiculous mishaps. Packed with slap‑stick humor and pop‑culture references, the film spoofs iconic 1990s hood movies.","release_date":"01-Jan-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Don't%20Be%20a%20Menace%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
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{"item_id":1061,"title":"Evening Star, The (1996)","description":"In the sequel to *Terms of Endearment*, matriarch Aurora Greenway (Shirley MacLaine) grapples with family turmoil and her own aging as she confronts love, loss, and the challenges of reconnecting with her children and grandchildren.","release_date":"25-Dec-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Evening%20Star,%20The%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1062,"title":"Four Days in September (1997)","description":"Based on true events, the film follows the 1970 kidnapping of U.S. Ambassador Charles Elbrick by Brazilian left‑wing guerrillas, chronicling the tense four‑day standoff, the rebels' desperate tactics, and the political turmoil it ignites.","release_date":"23-Jan-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-119815","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1063,"title":"Little Princess, A (1995)","description":"In this moving adaptation of Frances Hodgson Burnett’s classic, young Sara Crewe is sent to a strict English boarding school, and after her father’s disappearance in war she is relegated to servitude, yet she endures it all by clinging to her imagination and believing she is still a little princess.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Little%20Princess,%20A%20(1995)","genres":["Children's","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1064,"title":"Crossfire (1947)","description":"In post‑war New York, a police detective and a young lawyer investigate the murder of a Jewish veteran, exposing deep-seated anti‑Jewish prejudice and a dangerous web of betrayal that threatens to cloud the pursuit of justice.","release_date":"01-Jan-1947","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Crossfire%20(1947)","genres":["Crime","Film-Noir"]}
{"item_id":1065,"title":"Koyaanisqatsi (1983)","description":"Koyaanisqatsi is a wordless, visually striking documentary that juxtaposes time‑lapse and slow‑motion footage of nature and modern civilization. Set to Philip Glass’s hypnotic score, it explores the imbalance between humanity and the natural world.","release_date":"01-Jan-1983","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Koyaanisqatsi%20(1983)","genres":["Documentary","War"]}
{"item_id":1066,"title":"Balto (1995)","description":"In 1925 Alaska, outcast half-wolf, half-dog Balto leads a treacherous sled team to deliver life‑saving serum during a diphtheria epidemic, proving his courage and earning the respect of the community.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Balto%20(1995)","genres":["Animation","Children's"]}
{"item_id":1067,"title":"Bottle Rocket (1996)","description":"A charismatic but inept crook recruits his best friend and a small, eccentric crew for a series of amateurish heists, hoping to strike it big. Their grand ambitions quickly outpace their competence, resulting in a charmingly off‑beat comedy of errors.","release_date":"21-Feb-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Bottle%20Rocket%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1068,"title":"Star Maker, The (Uomo delle stelle, L') (1995)","description":"The Star Maker (1995) follows aspiring documentarian Gabriele as he roams post‑war Italy searching for a captivating story about an ordinary woman, only to confront his own yearning for love and the fleeting illusion of fame.","release_date":"01-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Uomo%20delle%20stelle,%20L'%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1069,"title":"Amateur (1994)","description":"A rookie photographer accidentally captures a violent crime on film, forcing her to confront the dangerous truth behind the image while navigating the treacherous world of those who want it kept secret.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Amateur%20(1994)","genres":["Crime","Drama","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1070,"title":"Living in Oblivion (1995)","description":"A neurotic low‑budget director struggles to complete his chaotic indie film as demanding actors, unpredictable crew, and existential doubts turn the production into a surreal comedy about art, madness, and the absurdities of filmmaking.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Living%20in%20Oblivion%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1071,"title":"Party Girl (1995)","description":"When a carefree New York party girl inherits a job at a struggling library, she must raise money to keep it afloat. Along the way she discovers love, friendship, and a newfound purpose beyond the club scene.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Party+Girl+(1995/I)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1072,"title":"Pyromaniac's Love Story, A (1995)","description":"When a charismatic pyromaniac meets a fire‑safety investigator, their volatile attraction ignites a passionate, chaotic romance that blurs the line between love and destruction.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Pyromaniac's%20Love%20Story,%20A%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1073,"title":"Shallow Grave (1994)","description":"When three flatmates discover a dead drug courier and a suitcase full of cash, their friendship spirals into greed, suspicion and murder in this darkly comic crime thriller directed by Danny Boyle.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Shallow+Grave+(1994)","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1074,"title":"Reality Bites (1994)","description":"A post‑grunge generation drifts through love, career, and friendship in Washington, D.C., as a documentary filmmaker and her roommates confront the realities of adulthood while searching for meaning and connection.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Reality%20Bites%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1075,"title":"Man of No Importance, A (1994)","description":"In 1960s Dublin, a flamboyant costume designer named Gareth, who runs a small shop in the gay community, decides to stage a bold production of “Salome” at the local church despite mounting local prejudice. As he wrestles with intolerance and his own loneliness, his passion for theatre and love brings unexpected hope and courage to those around him.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Man%20of%20No%20Importance,%20A%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1076,"title":"Pagemaster, The (1994)","description":"A shy young boy is magically transported into a giant library where classic literary worlds come alive, and he must brave animated adventures as he searches for his way back to reality.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Pagemaster,%20The%20(1994)","genres":["Action","Adventure","Animation","Children's","Fantasy"]}
{"item_id":1077,"title":"Love and a .45 (1994)","description":"After a botched robbery, a volatile couple embarks on a violent cross‑country spree, leaving a trail of blood and heartbreak as they race the law and their own dark desires.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Love%20and%20a%20.45%20(1994)","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1078,"title":"Oliver & Company (1988)","description":"A stray kitten named Oliver teams up with a quirky gang of New York dogs led by the charismatic copper, Dodger, as they navigate the city’s streets, outwit a ruthless businessman, and discover the true meaning of friendship and home.","release_date":"29-Mar-1988","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Oliver%20&%20Company%20(1988)","genres":["Animation","Children's"]}
{"item_id":1079,"title":"Joe's Apartment (1996)","description":"A broke New York musician moves into a cheap apartment only to discover it’s swarming with sentient, music‑loving cockroaches, sparking a hilarious battle for control of his new home.","release_date":"26-Jul-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Joe's%20Apartment%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy","Musical"]}
{"item_id":1080,"title":"Celestial Clockwork (1994)","description":"A young girl discovers a hidden realm where a massive celestial clock governs the flow of time, thrusting her into a whimsical adventure that forces her to confront destiny and unravel the mysteries of her own past.","release_date":"12-Jul-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Cort%E1zar+(1994)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1081,"title":"Curdled (1996)","description":"Gabriella, a bored newspaper intern with a morbid curiosity, begins cataloguing the victims of Los Angeles murders as a disturbing hobby. Her obsession draws the attention of a sadistic serial killer, leading to a tense cat‑and‑mouse chase.","release_date":"27-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Curdled%20(1996)","genres":["Crime"]}
{"item_id":1082,"title":"Female Perversions (1996)","description":"A psychiatrist becomes entangled with a charismatic, obsessive surgeon whose fixation on female perfection spirals into a dangerous web of manipulation and murder. The film blends erotic thriller intrigue with a satirical examination of power and gender dynamics.","release_date":"25-Apr-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Female%20Perversions%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1083,"title":"Albino Alligator (1996)","description":"A gritty 1996 thriller in which a hardened Texas detective returns home to investigate a missing girl, only to unravel a web of corruption and confront the ruthless criminal nicknamed the Albino Alligator.","release_date":"17-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Albino%20Alligator%20(1996)","genres":["Crime","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1084,"title":"Anne Frank Remembered (1995)","description":"Through archival footage, survivor testimonies, and excerpts from her diary, *Anne Frank Remembered* chronicles the young diarist’s hidden years and the enduring impact of her voice.","release_date":"23-Feb-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Anne%20Frank%20Remembered%20(1995)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1085,"title":"Carried Away (1996)","description":"When a meticulous real‑estate agent meets a carefree traveling photographer, their brief fling quickly spirals into an intense love affair that forces both of them to reevaluate their ambitions and the lives they've built.","release_date":"29-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Carried%20Away%20(1996)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1086,"title":"It's My Party (1995)","description":"Facing a terminal AIDS diagnosis, party-planner Margaret decides to host one last celebration for herself, gathering friends and family to share memories and love as she takes control of her own goodbye.","release_date":"22-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?It's%20My%20Party%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1087,"title":"Bloodsport 2 (1995)","description":"A determined martial artist travels to Hong Kong to enter the deadly underground Kumite tournament, seeking vengeance for his brother’s murder and proving his skill against the world’s toughest fighters.","release_date":"01-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Bloodsport%202%20%281995%29","genres":["Action"]}
{"item_id":1088,"title":"Double Team (1997)","description":"Former CIA operative Alex (Jean‑Claude Van Damme) joins forces with a wealthy rogue, Mark (Dennis Rodman), to rescue his kidnapped wife and bring down a powerful crime lord, leading to a high‑octane showdown of guns, gadgets, and double‑crosses.","release_date":"04-Apr-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Double%20Team%20%281997%29","genres":["Action"]}
{"item_id":1089,"title":"Speed 2: Cruise Control (1997)","description":"Ex-cop Jack Traven and his wife Annie find themselves aboard a Caribbean cruise ship that a terrorist has commandeered, setting a dangerous course toward a deadly collision. With the vessel gaining speed, they must outwit the villain and prevent a catastrophic disaster.","release_date":"13-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Speed%202%3A%20Cruise%20Control%20%281997%29","genres":["Action","Romance","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1090,"title":"Sliver (1993)","description":"A young woman moves into a sleek Manhattan loft and soon discovers that a charismatic neighbor is secretly monitoring the building's inhabitants through hidden cameras. As the surveillance intensifies, she becomes entangled in a deadly game of intrigue, love, and murder.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Sliver%20(1993)","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1091,"title":"Pete's Dragon (1977)","description":"When orphaned boy Pete befriends a friendly, invisible dragon named Elliott, they embark on a whimsical adventure that helps Pete evade his caretakers and eventually reunite with his estranged father. The film blends live‑action with animated effects to deliver a heart‑warming tale of friendship and imagination.","release_date":"01-Jan-1977","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Pete's%20Dragon%20(1977)","genres":["Adventure","Animation","Children's","Musical"]}
{"item_id":1092,"title":"Dear God (1996)","description":"A smooth‑talking con artist (Greg Kinnear) gets caught after trying to exploit a Christian prayer line and is forced to write a heartfelt letter to God in hopes of securing a donation, leading to a series of comedic mishaps and unexpected self‑discovery.","release_date":"01-Nov-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Dear%20God%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1093,"title":"Live Nude Girls (1995)","description":"When an adult video store opens in a small Midwestern town, a shy teenage girl confronts her burgeoning sexuality and the clash between innocence and desire.","release_date":"01-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Live%20Nude%20Girls%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1094,"title":"Thin Line Between Love and Hate, A (1996)","description":"Charismatic smooth‑talker Darnell Keith (Martin Lawrence) thinks he can flirt his way out of anything—until a spurned lover, Dela (Nia Long), turns his careless game into a dangerous battle of love, obsession, and revenge.","release_date":"03-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Thin%20Line%20Between%20Love%20and%20Hate,%20A%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1095,"title":"High School High (1996)","description":"A well-meaning yet clueless teacher lands a job at a chaotic inner‑city high school, using over‑the‑top methods to inspire unruly students and clash with a corrupt administration. His outrageous antics spotlight the challenges of education while delivering slapstick comedy.","release_date":"25-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?High%20School%20High%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1096,"title":"Commandments (1997)","description":"Commandments (1997) follows a weary detective who discovers a series of murders staged to echo the biblical Ten Commandments, plunging him into a deadly cat‑and‑mouse game that forces him to confront his own moral code. As the body count rises, his investigation exposes a twisted zealot whose warped interpretations blur the line between sin and justice.","release_date":"02-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Commandments+(1997)","genres":["Romance"]}
{"item_id":1097,"title":"Hate (Haine, La) (1995)","description":"A gritty French drama that follows three young men from a Paris suburb over 24 hours, as they grapple with police brutality, social unrest, and escalating violence after a friend is hospitalized. The film explores the cycle of hatred and hopelessness that fuels the community’s tension.","release_date":"09-Feb-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Haine,%20La%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1098,"title":"Flirting With Disaster (1996)","description":"A neurotic architect embarks on a chaotic road trip to locate his birth parents, dragging an eccentric, dysfunctional family and a relentless FBI agent along for the ride. Their misadventures turn a simple search into a comedy of errors.","release_date":"22-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Flirting%20With%20Disaster%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1099,"title":"Red Firecracker, Green Firecracker (1994)","description":"Set in 1930s Shanghai, the film follows a spirited young woman who works in a family fireworks shop and becomes caught in a turbulent love triangle that pits personal ambition against loyalty, amid the city’s vibrant yet volatile backdrop.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Pao%20Da%20Shuang%20Deng%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1100,"title":"What Happened Was... (1994)","description":"A divorced couple meet for a joint therapy session, but their conversation quickly spirals into an unflinching, emotionally raw examination of their failed marriage.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?What%20Happened%20Was...%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1101,"title":"Six Degrees of Separation (1993)","description":"A charming con artist who claims to be the son of Sidney Poitier infiltrates the lives of a wealthy New York couple, exposing their pretensions and the hidden connections that bind strangers together. The film examines class, race, and the unexpected ways people are linked across society.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Six%20Degrees%20of%20Separation%20(1993)","genres":["Drama","Mystery"]}
{"item_id":1102,"title":"Two Much (1996)","description":"A charismatic con artist (Antonio Banderas) pretends to be his own twin to romance two sisters (Melanie Griffith and Daryl Hannah), sparking a wild romantic comedy of mistaken identities, jealousy, and chaos.","release_date":"01-Jan-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Two%20Much%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1103,"title":"Trust (1990)","description":"After a devastating accident shatters their lives, a mother struggles to rebuild trust with her estranged children while confronting the painful secrets that have kept them apart.","release_date":"01-Jan-1990","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Trust+(1990)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1104,"title":"C'est arrivé près de chez vous (1992)","description":"A darkly comic mock‑documentary follows a film crew as they shadow charismatic serial killer Jean‑Claude, gradually becoming complicit in his violent exploits. The film satirically blurs the line between observer and participant, exposing media sensationalism.","release_date":"01-Jan-1992","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?C%27est%20arriv%E9%20pr%E8s%20de%20chez%20vous%20%281992%29","genres":["Comedy","Crime","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1105,"title":"Firestorm (1998)","description":"After a notorious inmate ignites a massive blaze in a maximum‑security prison, a hardened fire chief and a tough negotiator must battle the flames and the criminals to rescue hostages before the entire facility collapses.","release_date":"09-Jan-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-120670","genres":["Action","Adventure","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1106,"title":"Newton Boys, The (1998)","description":"Based on a true story, four brothers from rural Texas form a wildly successful bank‑robbing gang in the 1920s, becoming the most notorious outlaws of their era. Their daring heists attract the attention of the FBI, leading to a high‑stakes chase that forces them to confront the cost of their fame.","release_date":"14-Mar-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Newton+Boys,+The+(1998)","genres":["Crime","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1107,"title":"Beyond Rangoon (1995)","description":"An American journalist, on a solo trek across war‑torn Burma, becomes enmeshed in the 1988 pro‑democracy uprising, witnessing the country's turmoil and confronting her own doubts about the power of the press.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Beyond%20Rangoon%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1108,"title":"Feast of July (1995)","description":"In the quiet, windswept English countryside, a timid teenage girl discovers a passionate, forbidden romance with a charismatic drifter, forcing her to confront the rigid expectations of her family and community. The affair ignites a turbulent summer where love, desire, and betrayal collide in a poignant coming‑of‑age drama.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Feast%20of%20July%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1109,"title":"Death and the Maiden (1994)","description":"A former political prisoner becomes convinced that a charming stranger is the man who tortured her during the regime, and she holds him captive to force a confession. The tense drama explores truth, justice, and the lingering scars of a repressive past.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Death%20and%20the%20Maiden%20(1994)","genres":["Drama","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1110,"title":"Tank Girl (1995)","description":"In a gritty, post‑apocalyptic future, rebellious teen Tank Girl (Lori Petty) leads a gang of punk rebels on a high‑octane mission to overthrow the tyrannical Water & Power corporation. The film blends anarchic humor, over‑the‑top action, and a distinctive comic‑book aesthetic.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Tank%20Girl%20(1995)","genres":["Action","Comedy","Musical","Sci-Fi"]}
{"item_id":1111,"title":"Double Happiness (1994)","description":"A Chinese‑Canadian woman in Toronto wrestles with her family's traditional expectations while pursuing her own ambitions in love and career, confronting cultural pressures and the desire for personal freedom. She must decide whether to obey the path laid out for her or forge her own identity.","release_date":"01-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Double%20Happiness%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1112,"title":"Cobb (1994)","description":"A biographical drama that follows the turbulent life and career of baseball legend Ty Cobb, exploring his fierce competitiveness and complex personal relationships. The film blends on‑field triumphs with off‑field controversies to paint a nuanced portrait of the controversial icon.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Cobb%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1113,"title":"Mrs. Parker and the Vicious Circle (1994)","description":"A biographical drama that follows the wit and turmoil of writer Dorothy Parker as she grapples with love, alcoholism, and the razor‑sharp conversations of the Algonquin Round Table in 1930s New York, while the film gently reveals the personal costs behind the celebrated literary circle.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Mrs.%20Parker%20and%20the%20Vicious%20Circle%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1114,"title":"Faithful (1996)","description":"When a devoted husband's hidden past resurfaces, his loyal wife must confront betrayal and danger, forcing them both to test the limits of their marriage. The thriller explores love, loyalty, and how far partners will go to protect each other.","release_date":"03-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Faithful%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1115,"title":"Twelfth Night (1996)","description":"A shipwrecked Viola disguises herself as a male page and becomes the object of Duke Orsino’s affection, while the duke courts the beautiful Olivia, who in turn falls for Viola’s male persona. The film wittily unravels a tangled love triangle, celebrating mistaken identities, gender play, and heartfelt comedy.","release_date":"25-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Twelfth%20Night:%20Or%20What%20You%20Will%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy","Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1116,"title":"Mark of Zorro, The (1940)","description":"After his father's death, charismatic outlaw Don Diego de la Vega returns to Spanish California and assumes the masked identity of Zorro, using daring swordplay and clever ruses to outwit corrupt officials and protect the oppressed. His swashbuckling heroics spark a romance with the spirited Elena, cementing Zorro as a legend of justice.","release_date":"01-Jan-1940","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Mark%20of%20Zorro,%20The%20(1940)","genres":["Adventure"]}
{"item_id":1117,"title":"Surviving Picasso (1996)","description":"A young American woman discovers she is the secret muse of Pablo Picasso and must navigate the intense passion, manipulation, and danger that surround the legendary artist's world.","release_date":"20-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Surviving%20Picasso%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1118,"title":"Up in Smoke (1978)","description":"Two slackers, Pedro (Cheech) and Anthony (Tommy), unintentionally drive a van packed with marijuana from Mexico to Los Angeles, sparking a chaotic series of hilarious mishaps and misunderstandings in this iconic stoner comedy debut.","release_date":"01-Jan-1978","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Up%20in%20Smoke%20(1978)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1119,"title":"Some Kind of Wonderful (1987)","description":"A high‑school outsider who helps his artistic new friend win over his longtime crush realizes his true feelings lie with that very friend, prompting a heartfelt journey of self‑discovery and love.","release_date":"01-Jan-1987","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Some%20Kind%20of%20Wonderful%20(1987)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1120,"title":"I'm Not Rappaport (1996)","description":"When curmudgeonly veteran Nat Moffat strikes up a friendship with loquacious Midge Carter in New York’s Central Park, Nat’s wild claim of being the legendary critic Rappaport sparks a series of humorous and poignant confrontations with age, prejudice, and a rapidly changing city.","release_date":"13-Nov-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?I'm%20Not%20Rappaport%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1121,"title":"Umbrellas of Cherbourg, The (Parapluies de Cherbourg, Les) (1964)","description":"In Jacques Demy’s luminous musical, a young shop‑girl (Catherine Deneuve) and her sailor fall in love in the seaside town of Cherbourg, only to be torn apart when he is drafted for the Algerian War; the entire dialogue is sung, turning their bittersweet romance into a vivid, operatic portrait of hope and loss.","release_date":"05-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Parapluies%20de%20Cherbourg,%20Les%20(1964)","genres":["Drama","Musical"]}
{"item_id":1122,"title":"They Made Me a Criminal (1939)","description":"Ex‑prizefighter Mike McGowan is falsely convicted of murder and forced into a gangster’s world, where he must use his fighting skills to survive. He battles both the mob and his own desperation in a dangerous quest to prove his innocence.","release_date":"01-Jan-1939","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?They%20Made%20Me%20a%20Criminal%20(1939)","genres":["Crime","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1123,"title":"Last Time I Saw Paris, The (1954)","description":"A young American woman returns to post‑war Paris, confronting a past romance and the city’s dramatic changes while navigating love, loss, and personal redemption.","release_date":"01-Jan-1954","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Last%20Time%20I%20Saw%20Paris,%20The%20(1954)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1124,"title":"Farewell to Arms, A (1932)","description":"Set amid World War I Italy, American ambulance driver Frederic Henry falls in love with British nurse Catherine Barkley, only to have their romance strained by the brutal realities and tragedies of war.","release_date":"01-Jan-1932","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Farewell%20to%20Arms,%20A%20(1932)","genres":["Romance","War"]}
{"item_id":1125,"title":"Innocents, The (1961)","description":"A governess arriving at an isolated English manor to care for two orphaned children becomes convinced that spectral forces are manipulating the kids, plunging her into a terrifying battle between reality and her own growing madness.","release_date":"01-Jan-1961","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Innocents,%20The%20(1961)","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1126,"title":"Old Man and the Sea, The (1958)","description":"An aging Cuban fisherman embarks on a solitary struggle against a massive marlin far out on the Gulf Stream, confronting both the relentless forces of nature and his own inner doubts.","release_date":"01-Jan-1958","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Old%20Man%20and%20the%20Sea,%20The%20(1958)","genres":["Adventure","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1127,"title":"Truman Show, The (1998)","description":"Truman Burbank lives an idyllic life in the seemingly perfect town of Seahaven, unaware that his entire existence is a televised set watched by millions. As he begins to suspect the truth, he must decide whether to break free from the fabricated world that has been controlling him.","release_date":"01-Jan-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Truman+Show,+The+(1998)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1128,"title":"Heidi Fleiss: Hollywood Madam (1995) ","description":"Based on the true story of Heidi Fleiss, the \"Hollywood Madam,\" the film chronicles her swift rise to power as the city's most high‑profile prostitution ring operator and the dramatic downfall that follows.","release_date":"09-Feb-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Heidi%20Fleiss:%20Hollywood%20Madam%20(1995)%20(TV)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1129,"title":"Chungking Express (1994)","description":"In bustling Hong Kong, a lovelorn cop obsessed with canned pineapples and a quirky snack-bar worker each become entangled with mysterious women, sparking brief, bittersweet romances. Director Wong Kar‑wai captures the city's neon‑lit loneliness and fleeting connections with a dreamy, kinetic style.","release_date":"16-Feb-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Chongqing%20Senlin%20(1994)","genres":["Drama","Mystery","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1130,"title":"Jupiter's Wife (1994)","description":"A moving documentary follows a homeless woman in New York who insists she is married to the planet Jupiter, revealing her fragile reality and the compassion of those who try to help her.","release_date":"09-Feb-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Jupiter's%20Wife%20(1994)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1131,"title":"Safe (1995)","description":"After developing a mysterious, debilitating illness that makes her hypersensitive to everyday chemicals, a suburban housewife (Julianne Moore) retreats to an enigmatic wellness center, where she confronts the hidden dangers of modern life and a shadowy corporate conspiracy.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Safe%20(1995)","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1132,"title":"Feeling Minnesota (1996)","description":"A quirky crime comedy about two reckless brothers who kidnap a beautiful woman, only to have a love triangle spark chaos and double‑crosses in the frozen streets of Minnesota. Fans of dark humor and offbeat romance will enjoy its wild, mischievous twists.","release_date":"13-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Feeling%20Minnesota%20(1996)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1133,"title":"Escape to Witch Mountain (1975)","description":"Two orphaned siblings with extraordinary psychic powers escape a sinister government agency, racing to the mysterious Witch Mountain where their alien origins are revealed. Their journey uncovers a hidden world and a destiny that could change humanity.","release_date":"01-Jan-1975","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Escape%20to%20Witch%20Mountain%20(1975)","genres":["Adventure","Children's","Fantasy"]}
{"item_id":1134,"title":"Get on the Bus (1996)","description":"Spike Lee’s documentary follows a group of African‑American gay and lesbian friends on a cross‑country bus trip to the 1993 March on Washington, capturing their hopes, struggles, and the broader fight for LGBTQ+ rights. Along the way, intimate portraits reveal the complexities of identity, community, and activism.","release_date":"16-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Get%20on%20the%20Bus%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1135,"title":"Doors, The (1991)","description":"\"The Doors\" is a rock biopic that chronicles the meteoric rise, wild excess, and ultimate downfall of Jim Morrison and his iconic band, blending their electrifying music with the turbulent personal lives that defined the 1960s counterculture.","release_date":"01-Jan-1991","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Doors,%20The%20(1991)","genres":["Drama","Musical"]}
{"item_id":1136,"title":"Ghosts of Mississippi (1996)","description":"A powerful drama that follows the relentless pursuit of justice in the 1994 trial of Byron De La Beckwith, the assassin of civil‑rights icon Medgar Evers, as investigated by a determined young lawyer and a seasoned journalist. The film explores the lingering racial tensions of Mississippi while highlighting the courage of those who finally bring a historic murder case to court.","release_date":"20-Dec-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Ghosts%20of%20Mississippi%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1137,"title":"Beautiful Thing (1996)","description":"In this tender British coming‑of‑age drama, two teenage boys in a working‑class London estate navigate first love, family struggles, and the courage to be themselves, culminating in a heartfelt and hopeful romance.","release_date":"09-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Beautiful%20Thing%20(1996)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1138,"title":"Best Men (1997)","description":"When a groom enlists his longtime friends to serve as his best men, their clueless attempts to help turn the wedding day into a chaotic comedy of errors, testing friendships and love in a whirlwind of mishaps.","release_date":"01-Sep-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact/Independence%20(1997)","genres":["Action","Comedy","Crime","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1139,"title":"Hackers (1995)","description":"A teenage prodigy joins a crew of flamboyant hackers who stumble upon a massive corporate scam, using their coding and deception skills to outwit the authorities and a dangerous security program.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Hackers%20(1995)","genres":["Action","Crime","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1140,"title":"Road to Wellville, The (1994)","description":"A satirical comedy set in the 1920s follows the eccentric Dr. John Harvey Kellogg's Battle Creek Sanitarium as a hapless American journalist and a skeptical dentist become entangled in bizarre health fads, romance, and scandal. The film lampoons the era's obsession with wellness while delivering quirky characters and off‑beat humor.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Road%20to%20Wellville,%20The%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1141,"title":"War Room, The (1993)","description":"The War Room chronicles the behind‑scenes strategy of Bill Clinton’s 1992 presidential campaign, following advisers James Carville and George Stephanopoulos as they navigate high‑stakes political battles to secure the White House.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?War%20Room,%20The%20(1993)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1142,"title":"When We Were Kings (1996)","description":"When We Were Kings (1996) is a documentary that chronicles the meteoric rise and eventual decline of a 1970s rock band, weaving together candid interviews, archival footage, and behind‑the‑scenes moments. It captures the raw energy, camaraderie, and cultural turbulence of the era as the musicians grapple with fame, creative ambition, and personal sacrifice.","release_date":"14-Feb-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?When%20We%20Were%20Kings%20(1996)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1143,"title":"Hard Eight (1996)","description":"A seasoned gambler mentors a down‑on‑his‑luck drifter, pulling him into the high‑stakes world of casino hustles, only to have their partnership complicated by a dangerous love triangle that threatens to expose their secrets.","release_date":"28-Feb-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Hard+Eight+(1996)","genres":["Crime","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1144,"title":"Quiet Room, The (1996)","description":"A teenage girl rendered mute after a traumatic accident is confined to a sterile, sound‑proof therapy room, where she must confront fragmented memories and unsettling revelations about her family as she struggles to find her voice again.","release_date":"02-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Quiet%20Room%2C%20The%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1145,"title":"Blue Chips (1994)","description":"A charismatic college basketball coach, desperate to revive his struggling program, turns to illegal recruiting and a shady sports agent, risking his reputation and the future of his players.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Blue%20Chips%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1146,"title":"Calendar Girl (1993)","description":"A struggling ad executive hatches a scheme to boost his fortunes by creating a provocative calendar featuring the women of his hometown. The venture spirals into comedic chaos and unexpected romance, forcing him to confront his ambitions and values.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Calendar%20Girl%20(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1147,"title":"My Family (1995)","description":"My Family follows three generations of the Sánchez family, a Mexican‑American household in East Los Angeles, as they navigate love, loss, and cultural identity from the 1940s to the 1990s. Central to the story is matriarch María, whose unwavering love binds the family through triumphs and tragedies.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?My%20Family%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1148,"title":"Tom & Viv (1994)","description":"Tom & Viv dramatizes the passionate yet destructive marriage of poet T.S. Eliot and his first wife Vivienne Haigh‑Wood, tracing how love, mental illness, and artistic ambition clash and reshape both their lives.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Tom%20&%20Viv%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1149,"title":"Walkabout (1971)","description":"Stranded in the remote Australian outback, a teenage brother and sister must confront the harsh wilderness to survive. Their desperate trek brings them into contact with a solitary Aboriginal boy on his traditional walkabout, sparking a haunting clash of cultures.","release_date":"20-Dec-1971","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Walkabout%20(1971)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1150,"title":"Last Dance (1996)","description":"A veteran ballroom dancer enters one final competition, forcing her to face old rivalries, a past romance, and the lingering doubts that threaten her chance at redemption.","release_date":"03-May-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Last%20Dance%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1151,"title":"Original Gangstas (1996)","description":"When a violent drug dealer threatens their neighborhood, a retired crew of 1970s blaxploitation legends reunites for a ruthless showdown to reclaim the streets and protect their community.","release_date":"10-May-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Original%20Gangstas%20(1996)","genres":["Crime"]}
{"item_id":1152,"title":"In Love and War (1996)","description":"A compassionate nurse stationed at a World War II field hospital meets a charismatic soldier, and their unexpected romance blossoms amid the chaos and peril of battle, forcing both to confront duty, sacrifice, and the true cost of love.","release_date":"24-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?In%20Love%20and%20War%20(1996)","genres":["Romance","War"]}
{"item_id":1153,"title":"Backbeat (1993)","description":"Backbeat chronicles the tumultuous rise of The Beatles in early‑1960s Hamburg, focusing on drummer Pete Best’s close friendship with the band and his doomed romance with Astrid as the group edges toward worldwide fame.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Backbeat%20(1993)","genres":["Drama","Musical"]}
{"item_id":1154,"title":"Alphaville (1965)","description":"In a bleak, futuristic Paris, secret agent Lemmy Caution is dispatched to the totalitarian city of Alphaville to dismantle an all‑controlling computer, confronting a society that has outlawed love, poetry, and individual thought. The film blends film noir with sci‑fi, offering a stark, stylish critique of logic‑driven authoritarianism.","release_date":"01-Jan-1965","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Alphaville%20(1965)","genres":["Sci-Fi"]}
{"item_id":1155,"title":"Rendezvous in Paris (Rendez-vous de Paris, Les) (1995)","description":"A chance encounter between an American businessman and a spirited French artist sparks an unexpected romance on the charming streets of Paris, urging both to confront their pasts and rethink their futures.","release_date":"28-Jun-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Rendez-vous%20de%20Paris,%20Les%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1156,"title":"Cyclo (1995)","description":"A struggling cyclo driver in Ho Chi Minh City becomes entangled in a violent underworld after taking a job for a ruthless gangster and befriending a mysterious girl who performs funeral rituals, forcing him to confront his own morality amid the city's seedy streets.","release_date":"02-Aug-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Cyclo%20(1995)","genres":["Crime","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1157,"title":"Relic, The (1997)","description":"When a deadly, dinosaur‑like creature is unleashed in the Chicago Museum of Natural History, a museum curator, a zoologist, and a police detective race to stop the relentless predator before it claims more victims.","release_date":"17-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Relic,%20The%20(1997)","genres":["Horror"]}
{"item_id":1158,"title":"Fille seule, La (A Single Girl) (1995)","description":"Micheline, a solitary call‑center worker in Copenhagen, spends a day fielding the crises of strangers while coping with her mother's death and her own isolation. A chance meeting with a charismatic stranger forces her to confront the possibility of love and change.","release_date":"30-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Fille%20seule,%20La%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1159,"title":"Stalker (1979)","description":"In the barren, post‑apocalyptic Zone, a cryptic guide known as the Stalker leads a writer and a scientist toward the legendary Room that supposedly fulfills one's deepest desire, confronting the nature of hope, faith, and human longing. The film unfolds as a slow, atmospheric meditation on desire, reality, and the limits of knowledge.","release_date":"01-Jan-1979","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Stalker%20(1979)","genres":["Mystery","Sci-Fi"]}
{"item_id":1160,"title":"Love! Valour! Compassion! (1997)","description":"A group of gay friends spend weekend getaways at a lakeside cottage, where their lives intertwine through love, humor, and the looming presence of AIDS. Their heartfelt confessions and playful banter reveal the joys and challenges of friendship, desire, and resilience.","release_date":"16-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Love%21+Valour%21+Compassion%21+(1997)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1161,"title":"Palookaville (1996)","description":"Palookaville follows three socially awkward friends who plot a modest robbery, only to have their ambitions and friendships unravel in a dead‑pan comedy about youthful frustration and missed opportunities.","release_date":"25-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Palookaville%20(1996)","genres":["Action","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1162,"title":"Phat Beach (1996)","description":"A group of high‑school friends spend a carefree weekend on a sunny Florida beach, where a series of wild parties, romantic mix‑ups, and goofy mishaps turn their ideal summer vacation into chaotic, laugh‑filled adventure.","release_date":"02-Aug-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Phat%20Beach%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1163,"title":"Portrait of a Lady, The (1996)","description":"A young American heiress, Isabel Archer, travels to Europe and, despite her independent spirit, is drawn into a complex marriage that threatens her freedom and self‑discovery, set against the genteel yet constraining world of late‑19th‑century society.","release_date":"27-Dec-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Portrait%20of%20a%20Lady%2C%20The%20%281996%29","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1164,"title":"Zeus and Roxanne (1997)","description":"Police dog Zeus befriends a dolphin named Roxanne, and together they help a marine biologist expose a smuggling ring. Their unlikely partnership shows how friendship can bridge the gap between land and sea.","release_date":"10-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Zeus%20and%20Roxanne%20(1997)","genres":["Children's"]}
{"item_id":1165,"title":"Big Bully (1996)","description":"A former high school bully, now a teacher, returns to his hometown and is forced to confront the haunting legacy of the boy he tormented years earlier. As past sins surface, he must face the consequences of his actions and seek redemption.","release_date":"01-Jan-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Big%20Bully%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1166,"title":"Love & Human Remains (1993)","description":"Love & Human Remains is a darkly comic, low‑budget Canadian drama that follows a young woman’s tangled relationships with three eccentric men, exploring love, sex, and alienation against a gritty Vancouver backdrop.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Love%20&%20Human%20Remains%20(1993)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1167,"title":"Sum of Us, The (1994)","description":"A widowed father openly supports his gay son as they both confront love, family expectations, and personal identity, highlighting acceptance and companionship in modern Australia.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Sum%20of%20Us,%20The%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1168,"title":"Little Buddha (1993)","description":"A mystical drama follows a young American boy believed to be the reincarnation of a Buddhist teacher, prompting a revered monk and a renowned master to journey to Tibet and guide him toward spiritual awakening.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Little%20Buddha%20(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1169,"title":"Fresh (1994)","description":"A teenage drug dealer in Harlem, nicknamed Fresh, uses his street‑wise cunning and chess‑like tactics to survive the violent drug trade while plotting a daring escape for himself and his mother.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Fresh%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1170,"title":"Spanking the Monkey (1994)","description":"After finishing college, a naïve young man returns home for the summer and becomes entangled in a bizarre, illicit relationship with his mother. The film blends dark comedy and unsettling drama to explore sexual repression and family dysfunction.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Spanking%20the%20Monkey%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1171,"title":"Wild Reeds (1994)","description":"In the early 1960s, a group of adolescents in a quiet French town navigate first love, political unrest, and self‑discovery, while one of them silently confronts his emerging sexuality amidst the lingering shadows of the Algerian War.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Roseaux%20sauvages%2C%20Les%20%281994%29","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1172,"title":"Women, The (1939)","description":"A glamorous Manhattan socialite discovers her husband's infidelity and navigates the strained friendships and rivalries among her fellow women, exposing the biting gossip and vanity that dominate their high‑society world.","release_date":"01-Jan-1939","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Women,%20The%20(1939)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1173,"title":"Bliss (1997)","description":"Bliss follows a weary corporate executive who, after a personal crisis, abandons his materialistic lifestyle and embarks on a journey of self‑discovery, learning that true happiness lies beyond wealth and status.","release_date":"06-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Bliss%20(1997)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1174,"title":"Caught (1996)","description":"A small‑town police officer is framed for a murder he didn’t commit and must race against time to prove his innocence, uncovering a web of corruption that threatens his family and the community.","release_date":"27-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Caught%20(1996)","genres":["Drama","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1175,"title":"Hugo Pool (1997)","description":"Hugo Pool is a quirky indie comedy that follows shy pool‑service technician Hugo as his mundane routine is upended by an eccentric new neighbor, leading to an unlikely romance and a series of off‑beat misadventures.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Hugo+Pool+(1997)","genres":["Romance"]}
{"item_id":1176,"title":"Welcome To Sarajevo (1997)","description":"A British journalist covering the siege of Sarajevo becomes deeply involved in the city's turmoil, risking everything to rescue a group of orphaned children while confronting the harrowing moral dilemmas of war.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Welcome+To+Sarajevo+(1997)","genres":["Drama","War"]}
{"item_id":1177,"title":"Dunston Checks In (1996)","description":"A mischievous orangutan named Dunston escapes from a traveling circus and hides in a luxury hotel, turning the staff’s routine into chaotic mayhem. A young boy and a helpful employee team up to protect him while outwitting a greedy manager and a pair of thieves.","release_date":"01-Jan-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Dunston%20Checks%20In%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1178,"title":"Major Payne (1994)","description":"A disciplined Marine Corps officer is transferred to a chaotic JROTC program at a private school, where his tough love and unconventional methods transform a ragtag group of cadets into a cohesive, competitive unit while he discovers the value of friendship and family.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Major%20Payne%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1179,"title":"Man of the House (1995)","description":"When his mother resumes dating after a divorce, a meddling teenage son hires a bumbling private detective to vet her suitors, leading to a cascade of comic mishaps. Their unlikely partnership forces both to confront their ideas of love and family.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Man%20of%20the%20House%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1180,"title":"I Love Trouble (1994)","description":"Rival investigative reporters (Julia Roberts and Nick Nolte) clash while exposing a corporate conspiracy, only to discover a dangerous plot and a surprising attraction to each other.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?I%20Love%20Trouble%20(1994)","genres":["Action","Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1181,"title":"Low Down Dirty Shame, A (1994)","description":"A smooth‑talking private detective is hired by a femme fatale to locate her missing husband, only to uncover a tangled conspiracy of mobsters, crooked cops, and betrayal. The film mixes gritty crime action with off‑beat humor in classic mid‑90s style.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Low%20Down%20Dirty%20Shame,%20A%20(1994)","genres":["Action","Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1182,"title":"Cops and Robbersons (1994)","description":"When the eccentric Robberson family moves into a house beside a police precinct, their quiet suburban life erupts into chaos as they become unwitting participants in a botched robbery and end up teaming with the hapless cops for a series of slap‑stick misadventures.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Cops%20and%20Robbersons%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1183,"title":"Cowboy Way, The (1994)","description":"A seasoned cowboy teams up with a young drifter to protect a run‑down ranch from a ruthless land baron, embarking on a rugged road‑trip across the American West that forces both men to confront their pasts and redefine what it means to ride the cowboy way.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Cowboy%20Way,%20The%20(1994)","genres":["Action","Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1184,"title":"Endless Summer 2, The (1994)","description":"In this sequel to Bruce Brown’s classic surf documentary, two surfers journey across the globe in search of the ultimate wave, revisiting iconic breaks while discovering new, epic surf spots in a sun‑soaked adventure.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Endless%20Summer%202,%20The%20(1994)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1185,"title":"In the Army Now (1994)","description":"Two slackers enlist in the Army Reserve hoping for an easy gig, only to find themselves thrust into rigorous basic training and then deployed to the Middle East, where they must confront real combat and unexpected camaraderie.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?In%20the%20Army%20Now%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy","War"]}
{"item_id":1186,"title":"Inkwell, The (1994)","description":"Set in 1974 on a Martha's Vineyard summer retreat, *The Inkwell* follows 14‑year‑old Drew who, amidst family tensions and the era’s racial climate, discovers love, friendship, and a new sense of confidence while navigating the challenges of growing up.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Inkwell,%20The%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1187,"title":"Switchblade Sisters (1975)","description":"A gritty 1975 exploitation film in which a tough young woman infiltrates a ruthless all‑female gang to avenge her sister’s death, sparking a violent clash of loyalties, betrayal, and brutal street justice.","release_date":"17-May-1975","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Switchblade%20Sisters%20(1975)","genres":["Crime"]}
{"item_id":1188,"title":"Young Guns II (1990)","description":"A hardened Billy the Kid leads his outlaw gang on a desperate fight against the relentless bounty hunter Pat Garrett, seeking vengeance and freedom in the lawless West. As loyalties fracture and blood is spilled, the legend of the young gunslingers reaches its violent, bittersweet climax.","release_date":"01-Jan-1990","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Young%20Guns%20II%20(1990)","genres":["Action","Comedy","Western"]}
{"item_id":1189,"title":"Prefontaine (1997)","description":"A biographical drama that chronicles the meteoric rise of American distance‑running legend Steve Prefontaine, capturing his fierce determination, rebellious spirit, and impact on the sport before his tragic, premature death.","release_date":"24-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Prefontaine%20(1997)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1190,"title":"That Old Feeling (1997)","description":"When recently divorced exes inherit a struggling restaurant together, they must set aside lingering resentment and navigate a series of comic mishaps, ultimately discovering that old chemistry can reignite a fresh start.","release_date":"04-Apr-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?That%20Old%20Feeling%20(1997)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1191,"title":"Letter From Death Row, A (1998)","description":"A death‑row inmate pens a powerful letter that unexpectedly reaches a grieving woman, sparking a chain of events that forces both to confront their pasts and seek redemption.","release_date":"01-Feb-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Letter+From+Death+Row%2C+A+(1998)","genres":["Crime","Drama"]}
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{"item_id":1193,"title":"Before the Rain (Pred dozhdot) (1994)","description":"Before the Rain interweaves three stories set in a remote Macedonian village, where personal loss and emerging ethnic tensions blur the line between past and present. Through a grieving mother, a refugee‑camp photographer, and a young boy, the film examines the cyclical nature of violence and memory.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Pred%20dozhdot%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1194,"title":"Once Were Warriors (1994)","description":"A modern‑day Māori family in New Zealand battles poverty, alcoholism, and brutal domestic violence, as patriarch Beth (Temuera Morrison) struggles to keep his wife and children together while his violent impulses threaten to destroy them all.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Once%20Were%20Warriors%20(1994)","genres":["Crime","Drama"]}
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{"item_id":1197,"title":"Family Thing, A (1996)","description":"When a widowed mother discovers a long‑lost brother, the revelation forces her and her children to confront buried secrets and re‑evaluate what truly defines their family.","release_date":"23-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Family%20Thing,%20A%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1198,"title":"Purple Noon (1960)","description":"A charismatic American expatriate in Rome is hired to retrieve a wealthy playboy, but his envy turns deadly as he murders his friend and assumes his identity, sparking a tense cat‑and‑mouse thriller.","release_date":"28-Jun-1960","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Plein%20soleil%20(1960)","genres":["Crime","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1199,"title":"Cemetery Man (Dellamorte Dellamore) (1994)","description":"In this darkly comic Italian horror, cemetery caretaker Francesco Dellamorte (Rupert Everett) battles the dead as they rise from their graves while confronting his own melancholy and a surreal love triangle that blurs reality and nightmare.","release_date":"12-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Dellamorte%20Dellamore%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Horror"]}
{"item_id":1200,"title":"Kim (1950)","description":"In British‑occupied India, clever orphan Kim teams up with a wandering Tibetan lama to become a secret operative, racing across the subcontinent and the Himalayas to uncover a Russian conspiracy that threatens the British Empire.","release_date":"01-Jan-1950","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Kim%20(1950)","genres":["Children's","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1201,"title":"Marlene Dietrich: Shadow and Light (1996) ","description":"A documentary that chronicles the life and career of iconic actress and singer Marlene Dietrich, weaving archival footage, interviews, and performances to reveal the complex interplay of her magnetic public persona and private self.","release_date":"02-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Marlene%20Dietrich:%20Shadow%20and%20Light%20(1996)%20(TV)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1202,"title":"Maybe, Maybe Not (Bewegte Mann, Der) (1994)","description":"A gay graphic designer’s life spirals into comic chaos when his straight ex‑girlfriend moves in, sparking a tangled love triangle and a series of outrageous misadventures that force him to confront his feelings and identity.","release_date":"19-Jul-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Bewegte%20Mann,%20Der%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1203,"title":"Top Hat (1935)","description":"In this classic musical comedy, charismatic dancer Fred Astaire and witty singer Ginger Rogers become entangled in a case of mistaken identity aboard a transatlantic liner, sparking a whirlwind of romance, rivalry, and dazzling dance numbers.","release_date":"01-Jan-1935","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Top%20Hat%20(1935)","genres":["Comedy","Musical","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1204,"title":"To Be or Not to Be (1942)","description":"In Nazi‑occupied Warsaw, a troupe of Polish actors uses their stagecraft to spy for the resistance, turning comedy into covert sabotage against the occupiers. Their daring performances blur the line between farce and danger, making laughter a weapon of defiance.","release_date":"01-Jan-1942","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?To%20Be%20or%20Not%20to%20Be%20(1942)","genres":["Comedy","Drama","War"]}
{"item_id":1205,"title":"Secret Agent, The (1996)","description":"In 1996’s *The Secret Agent*, a weary double‑agent is thrust into a tangled web of betrayal and political intrigue as he races to protect a covert operation that could shift the balance of power. Confronting shifting loyalties and his own haunted past, he discovers the high personal cost of living in the shadows.","release_date":"08-Nov-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Secret%20Agent,%20The%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1206,"title":"Amos & Andrew (1993)","description":"A wealthy white family mistakenly accuses a sophisticated Black lawyer of being a burglar, forcing him into a chaotic showdown with their quirky handyman, Amos, as both men navigate a comedic battle of wits that highlights racial misunderstandings and unlikely alliances.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Amos%20&%20Andrew%20(1993)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1207,"title":"Jade (1995)","description":"When the body of a young woman is discovered in San Francisco, detective McAuliffe follows clues that lead to a high‑stakes conspiracy involving a powerful senator, his wife, and a secret bank account. As the investigation deepens, he must navigate a maze of political corruption, sex, and betrayal.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Jade%20(1995)","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1208,"title":"Kiss of Death (1995)","description":"When a former criminal is forced to betray his old mob ties to protect his son, he teams up with a relentless detective, sparking a violent cat‑and‑mouse chase that threatens to destroy them both.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Kiss%20of%20Death%20(1995)","genres":["Crime","Drama","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1209,"title":"Mixed Nuts (1994)","description":"A frantic holiday comedy follows a dysfunctional crisis‑center staff as they scramble to keep their Christmas Eve hotline running amid personal chaos and quirky mishaps, while love, loss, and misunderstandings collide in a comedic battle of the season.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Mixed%20Nuts%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1210,"title":"Virtuosity (1995)","description":"A former LAPD officer is recruited to hunt down a rogue, hyper-intelligent virtual reality program that has escaped into the real world, forcing him to confront his own dark past while battling the unstoppable digital killer.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Virtuosity%20(1995)","genres":["Sci-Fi","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1211,"title":"Blue Sky (1994)","description":"A free‑spirited, volatile woman named Carly (Jessica Lange) returns home to 1950s Texas with her husband Hank (Tommy Lee Jones) and their teenage son, sparking tension as her unpredictable behavior threatens both family stability and the community. The drama explores love, mental illness, and the clash between personal freedom and societal expectations.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Blue%20Sky%20(1994)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1212,"title":"Flesh and Bone (1993)","description":"A disillusioned young woman returns to her hometown and becomes caught in a dangerous love triangle that forces her to confront buried family secrets and a violent past.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Flesh%20and%20Bone%20(1993)","genres":["Drama","Mystery","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1213,"title":"Guilty as Sin (1993)","description":"A high‑profile attorney becomes the prime suspect in her husband’s murder and must race against time to expose the true killer and clear her name.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Guilty%20as%20Sin%20(1993)","genres":["Crime","Drama","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1214,"title":"In the Realm of the Senses (Ai no corrida) (1976)","description":"In the Realm of the Senses follows a passionate, increasingly obsessive affair between a Tokyo prostitute and her lover, whose relentless pursuit of sexual liberation spirals into tragedy.","release_date":"08-Mar-1976","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Ai%20no%20Corrida%20(1976)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1215,"title":"Barb Wire (1996)","description":"In a bleak, dystopian future, underground singer and weapons smuggler Barb Wire is recruited as a reluctant spy for the resistance, battling a ruthless corporate regime and a deadly assassin to secure a powerful new weapon that could change the fate of humanity.","release_date":"03-May-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Barb%20Wire%20(1996)","genres":["Action","Sci-Fi"]}
{"item_id":1216,"title":"Kissed (1996)","description":"Kissed follows a young college student who becomes fascinated with death, leading her into a dark, obsessive quest to experience intimacy with corpses. The film probes taboo desire, mortality, and the thin line between love and obsession.","release_date":"18-Apr-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Kissed%20%281996%29","genres":["Romance"]}
{"item_id":1217,"title":"Assassins (1995)","description":"Veteran hitman Robert Rath (Sylvester Stallone) and ambitious rookie Miguel (Antonio Banderas) clash in a high‑stakes race to secure a lucrative contract, all while a relentless FBI agent closes in.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Assassins+(1995)","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1218,"title":"Friday (1995)","description":"A laid‑back comedy that follows stoner Craig and his neurotic friend Smokey as they spend one chaotic Friday in South Central L.A., trying to pay a debt, avoid gang trouble, and survive a series of hilarious misadventures.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Friday%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1219,"title":"Goofy Movie, A (1995)","description":"In this Disney animated adventure, Goofy embarks on a cross‑country road trip with his teenage son Max in hopes of bonding, while Max secretly plans his own adventure to win over his crush. Their clash of personalities sparks comic mishaps and heartfelt moments that ultimately bring father and son closer together.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Goofy%20Movie,%20A%20(1995)","genres":["Animation","Children's","Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1220,"title":"Higher Learning (1995)","description":"A freshman at a liberal arts college becomes entangled in the campus's volatile mix of racism, activism, and personal ambition, forcing him to confront prejudice and his own identity. As tensions erupt, the film explores how higher education can both challenge and reshape one's worldview.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Higher%20Learning%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1221,"title":"When a Man Loves a Woman (1994)","description":"When a Man Loves a Woman follows a devoted wife, played by Meg Ryan, as she confronts her struggle with alcoholism, testing her marriage to Andy (Andy Garcia). The film explores the impact of addiction on family dynamics and the journey toward recovery.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?When%20a%20Man%20Loves%20a%20Woman%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1222,"title":"Judgment Night (1993)","description":"Three friends who witness a mob murder must race through the streets of New York, evading a ruthless gang of killers, in a high‑octane night of relentless pursuit and brutal revenge.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Judgment%20Night%20(1993)","genres":["Action"]}
{"item_id":1223,"title":"King of the Hill (1993)","description":"A disillusioned Vietnam veteran drifts through life in a Texas trailer park with his overbearing mother, until a mysterious drifter’s arrival forces him into a violent confrontation that offers a fleeting chance at redemption.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?King%20of%20the%20Hill%20(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1224,"title":"Scout, The (1994)","description":"Veteran scout Gus (Albert Brooks) discovers a raw pitching prodigy from a tiny town and sets out to catapult him into the major leagues, battling meddling agents, a nosy reporter, and the unpredictable politics of baseball. Their unlikely partnership turns the high‑stakes world of pro sports into a comedy of errors.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Scout,%20The%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1225,"title":"Angus (1995)","description":"An earnest but insecure teenager named Angus navigates the trials of high school—crushing on a popular girl, dealing with bullies, and finding confidence on the basketball court—while learning that self‑acceptance beats fitting in.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Angus%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1226,"title":"Night Falls on Manhattan (1997)","description":"Veteran NYPD detective Joe Kenehan (Andy García) battles personal turmoil and bureau politics as he pursues a brutal murder that threatens to expose deep corruption in Manhattan’s streets. His strained marriage to the district attorney adds a further layer of tension to his relentless quest for justice.","release_date":"16-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Night%20Falls%20on%20Manhattan%20(1997)","genres":["Crime","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1227,"title":"Awfully Big Adventure, An (1995)","description":"A shy sixteen‑year‑old from a bleak coastal town becomes stage manager for a travelling theatre troupe, navigating the troupe’s eccentricities, a budding romance, and her own search for identity.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Awfully%20Big%20Adventure,%20An%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1228,"title":"Under Siege 2: Dark Territory (1995)","description":"Former Navy SEAL and ex‑ship cook Casey Ryback (Steven Seagal) must stop a gang of heavily armed terrorists who hijack a moving train and threaten to unleash a deadly bioweapon, using his combat expertise to protect a civilian passenger and prevent catastrophe.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Under%20Siege%202:%20Dark%20Territory%20(1995)","genres":["Action"]}
{"item_id":1229,"title":"Poison Ivy II (1995)","description":"A shy freshman at an elite all-girls boarding school discovers a secret society led by a seductive new student, whose intoxicating influence drives the girls into dangerous games of manipulation, sexuality, and power. As the newcomer’s hold tightens, loyalty fractures and the campus spirals into dark obsession.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Poison%20Ivy%20II%20(1995)","genres":["Drama","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1230,"title":"Ready to Wear (Pret-A-Porter) (1994)","description":"Ready to Wear (Pret‑A‑Porter) is a 1994 satirical comedy that follows a chaotic, star‑studded ensemble of models, designers, journalists and eccentric personalities as they converge on a high‑stakes Paris fashion show. Directed by Robert Altman, the film skewers the excesses of the fashion world with sharp humor and ironic observation.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Pr%EAt-%E0-Porter+(1994)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1231,"title":"Marked for Death (1990)","description":"A former DEA agent returns home to find his brother killed by a ruthless Haitian drug cartel, and he must use his lethal skills to dismantle the organization and avenge his family.","release_date":"01-Jan-1990","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Marked%20for%20Death%20(1990)","genres":["Action","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1232,"title":"Madonna: Truth or Dare (1991)","description":"A candid documentary that follows Madonna on her 1990 Blond Ambition tour, mixing electrifying concert footage with backstage moments to reveal the pop star’s creative process, personal relationships, and the pressures of fame.","release_date":"01-Jan-1991","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Madonna:%20Truth%20or%20Dare%20(1991)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1233,"title":"Nénette et Boni (1996)","description":"Nénette, a young mother stuck in a monotonous marriage, meets her shy next‑door neighbor Boni, a real‑estate agent, and their tentative affair awakens a fragile but intense yearning that unsettles their everyday lives.","release_date":"01-Jan-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?N%E9nette+et+Boni+(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1234,"title":"Chairman of the Board (1998)","description":"When a flamboyant, good‑natured philanthropist inherits a struggling tech firm, Carrot Top’s character throws wild parties and outlandish stunts in an attempt to turn the business around, dragging a straight‑laced executive into a series of chaotic corporate mishaps.","release_date":"01-Jan-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Chairman+of+the+Board+(1998)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1235,"title":"Big Bang Theory, The (1994)","description":"A brilliant yet socially awkward physicist makes a groundbreaking discovery that upends his personal life, igniting a chaotic chain of events.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-109266","genres":["Crime"]}
{"item_id":1236,"title":"Other Voices, Other Rooms (1997)","description":"A teenage boy travels to his estranged aunt’s remote Southern estate after his father’s death, where he meets a cast of eccentric locals and begins to unravel dark family secrets. The film unfolds as a haunting, dreamlike Southern Gothic tale of identity and longing.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-119845","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1237,"title":"Twisted (1996)","description":"After a mischievous prank spirals out of control, a high‑school senior becomes the focus of a relentless stalker, forcing her to confront the dark secrets hidden in her seemingly ordinary town.","release_date":"01-Jan-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-117994","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1238,"title":"Full Speed (1996)","description":"A gifted driver is drawn into an underground street‑racing circuit, where he must outpace the police and a ruthless rival gang to survive. As the high‑speed chase intensifies, his love for a woman becomes his only anchor amid the relentless pursuit of victory.","release_date":"01-Jan-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-118230","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1239,"title":"Cutthroat Island (1995)","description":"Fierce pirate Morgan Adams (Geena Davis) gathers a mutinous crew to hunt for a legendary treasure on a treacherous island, and their quest pits them against the Royal Navy, rival buccaneers, and deadly storms in a high‑seas adventure.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Cutthroat%20Island%20(1995)","genres":["Action","Adventure","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1240,"title":"Ghost in the Shell (Kokaku kidotai) (1995)","description":"In a cyber‑enhanced future, Major Motoko Kusanagi, a cyborg counter‑terrorism operative, hunts the enigmatic hacker known as the Puppet Master while confronting questions of consciousness and identity. The film blends philosophical inquiry with sleek, neon‑lit action.","release_date":"12-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Kokaku%20Kidotai%20(1995)","genres":["Animation","Sci-Fi"]}
{"item_id":1241,"title":"Van, The (1996)","description":"When a group of unlikely friends pool their savings to buy a rundown camper van, they embark on a cross‑country road trip that tests their patience and reveals hidden desires. Along the way, the van becomes a moving sanctuary, forcing each of them to confront the past and choose new directions.","release_date":"27-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Van%2C%20The%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1242,"title":"Old Lady Who Walked in the Sea, The (Vieille qui marchait dans la mer, La) (1991)","description":"A grieving elderly woman becomes convinced she can walk on water and sets out on a surreal, myth‑like pilgrimage across the sea, blurring reality and memory as she confronts her past and the limits of aging.","release_date":"01-Jan-1991","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Vieille%20qui%20marchait%20dans%20la%20mer,%20La%20(1991)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1243,"title":"Night Flier (1997)","description":"A skeptical reporter tracks a string of gruesome murders across the Midwest, only to discover the killer is a vampiric pilot who haunts the night skies in a small aircraft.","release_date":"06-Feb-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Night+Flier+(1997)","genres":["Horror"]}
{"item_id":1244,"title":"Metro (1997)","description":"When a terrorist plants a bomb on a Seoul subway, a seasoned detective races against time to locate and disarm it. As the train hurtles toward its next stop, he uncovers a deeper conspiracy that threatens the entire city.","release_date":"17-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Metro%20(1997)","genres":["Action"]}
{"item_id":1245,"title":"Gridlock'd (1997)","description":"Two heroin‑addicted friends struggle through a nightmarish maze of police raids, bureaucratic red tape, and a corrupt rehab system as they desperately try to get into a detox program, mixing dark humor with gritty social commentary.","release_date":"29-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Gridlock'd%20(1997)","genres":["Crime"]}
{"item_id":1246,"title":"Bushwhacked (1995)","description":"A down‑on‑his‑luck man pretends to be a camp counselor to avoid his responsibilities, only to find himself shepherding a rowdy group of kids through a chaotic wilderness trek, where mishaps abound and unexpected friendships form.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Bushwhacked+(1995/I)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1247,"title":"Bad Girls (1994)","description":"Three hardened outlaws—raised as sisters—turn to bounty hunting in the Old West after a betrayal forces them to forge new identities, confronting danger, greed, and the harsh frontier together.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Bad+Girls+(1994/I)","genres":["Western"]}
{"item_id":1248,"title":"Blink (1994)","description":"After a botched eye operation restores her sight, a woman (Madeleine Stowe) starts seeing a mysterious figure that no one else can, pulling her into a deadly conspiracy where she must trust her newfound vision to solve the mystery.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Blink%20(1994)","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1249,"title":"For Love or Money (1993)","description":"A down‑and‑out floor manager at a high‑end New York department store is hired to charm a wealthy client and secure a big contract, but as he pursues the job, he discovers his true feelings lie with the unlikely, working‑class woman he meets along the way.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?For%20Love%20or%20Money%20(1993)","genres":["Comedy"]}
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{"item_id":1251,"title":"A Chef in Love (1996)","description":"In post‑revolutionary Georgia, charismatic chef Niko returns to his mountain village to revive his beloved restaurant, only to find his culinary passion tangled with Soviet officials and a heartfelt romance that forces him to choose between love, freedom, and his love of food.","release_date":"25-Apr-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Mille%20et%20une%20recettes%20du%20cuisinier%20amoureux%2C%20Les%20%281996%29","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1252,"title":"Contempt (Mépris, Le) (1963)","description":"A Hollywood screenwriter hired to rewrite a film adaptation finds his marriage unraveling as his wife, played by Brigitte Bardot, grows distant, while mounting tensions with the egotistical director reveal the corrosive power of artistic contempt.","release_date":"27-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?M%E9pris%2C+Le+(1963)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1253,"title":"Tie That Binds, The (1995)","description":"When a reclusive couple takes in a frightened runaway, the fragile peace of their isolated home quickly unravels as the girl’s dark past and violent tendencies threaten to destroy everything they hold dear.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Tie%20That%20Binds,%20The%20(1995)","genres":["Thriller"]}
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{"item_id":1255,"title":"Broken English (1996)","description":"\"Broken English\" follows a restless Irish‑American woman who, after a painful breakup, returns to Dublin and finds herself navigating love, cultural clashes, and the limits of language. Amid witty misunderstandings and heartfelt moments, she discovers that true connection transcends words.","release_date":"02-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Broken%20English%20%281996%29","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1256,"title":"Designated Mourner, The (1997)","description":"In a bleak, post‑apocalyptic world, a family appoints a Designated Mourner to safeguard the memories of a vanished past, confronting the erosion of humanity while they struggle to survive.","release_date":"23-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Designated%20Mourner%2C%20The%20%281997%29","genres":["Drama"]}
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{"item_id":1259,"title":"Pie in the Sky (1995)","description":"A struggling chef pursues his dream of opening a restaurant, facing family pressure, rival cooks, and a budding romance that tests his dedication to both love and the perfect pastry.","release_date":"09-Feb-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Pie%20in%20the%20Sky%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1260,"title":"Total Eclipse (1995)","description":"A biographical drama that follows the tempestuous romance between French poets Paul Verlaine and the teenage Arthur Rimbaud, charting their passionate, self‑destructive love and artistic collaboration. Their volatile relationship spirals into jealousy, violence and exile as they push the limits of poetry and desire.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Total%20Eclipse%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1261,"title":"Run of the Country, The (1995)","description":"A restless young man returns to his Irish hometown, where family tensions, a forbidden romance, and the stark beauty of the countryside compel him to confront his past and choose his future.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Run%20of%20the%20Country,%20The%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
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{"item_id":1263,"title":"Foxfire (1996)","description":"A group of troubled teenage girls at a Texas boarding school form a secret sisterhood to rebel against the oppressive adults who control their lives, leading them to plan a daring and symbolic act of defiance.","release_date":"23-Aug-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Foxfire%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
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{"item_id":1265,"title":"Star Maps (1997)","description":"In 1990s Los Angeles, teenage driver Carlos works for a shady “star‑maps” escort service to fund his dream of college, while navigating family pressures, street violence, and the pull of his immigrant heritage.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Star+Maps+(1997)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1266,"title":"Bread and Chocolate (Pane e cioccolata) (1973)","description":"Nino, a shy Italian immigrant working as a housekeeper in 1970s Switzerland, endures prejudice, menial jobs, and bureaucratic absurdities while yearning for home, revealing the humor and hardship of migrant life.","release_date":"01-Jan-1973","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Pane%20e%20Cioccolata%20(1973)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1267,"title":"Clockers (1995)","description":"In the gritty housing projects of New Jersey, a young drug dealer becomes a prime suspect after a fatal shooting, drawing the attention of a determined homicide detective. As the investigation deepens, he must navigate loyalty, ambition, and the brutal realities of his world, choosing between survival and redemption.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Clockers%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1268,"title":"Bitter Moon (1992)","description":"A volatile love triangle erupts on a Mediterranean cruise as a bored couple invites a seductive stranger, whose obsessive pursuit of passion spirals into a deadly game of betrayal and desire.","release_date":"01-Jan-1992","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Lunes%20de%20fiel%20(1992)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1269,"title":"Love in the Afternoon (1957)","description":"In post‑war Paris, widowed businessman Victor Alexis (Gary Cooper) is drawn into a playful romance with free‑spirited American heiress Ariane Chavasse (Audrey Hepburn), who repeatedly asks him to marry her, leading to a witty battle of wit and desire. Their flirtatious cat‑and‑mouse game explores love, longing, and the impossibility of settling down.","release_date":"01-Jan-1957","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Love%20in%20the%20Afternoon%20(1957)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1270,"title":"Life with Mikey (1993)","description":"A down‑on‑his‑luck former child star turned talent agent discovers a charismatic kid named Mikey performing on the streets and attempts to launch him as a TV sensation, navigating both the boy’s overprotective mother and his own personal setbacks.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Life%20with%20Mikey%20(1993)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1271,"title":"North (1994)","description":"A mischievous eight‑year‑old named North runs away from his parents, traveling across America and encountering a series of eccentric characters while searching for the perfect family, only to realize the love and value of his own parents back home.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?North%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1272,"title":"Talking About Sex (1994)","description":"Talking About Sex follows a candid group of friends as they navigate relationships and intimacy, exposing their fears and desires through humor and heartfelt conversations. The film blends comedy and drama to explore how open dialogue can transform personal connections.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Talking%20About%20Sex%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1273,"title":"Color of Night (1994)","description":"A detective investigating a series of murders in Miami becomes entangled in a web of erotic intrigue and danger, confronting his own dark past while racing against a cunning killer.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Color%20of%20Night%20(1994)","genres":["Drama","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1274,"title":"Robocop 3 (1993)","description":"RoboCop returns to a devastated Detroit, battling a ruthless corporate‑military conglomerate that has turned the city into a war zone while rallying the oppressed citizens to reclaim their freedom.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Robocop%203%20(1993)","genres":["Sci-Fi","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1275,"title":"Killer (Bulletproof Heart) (1994)","description":"A seasoned hitman takes on a risky contract that drags him into a perilous web of betrayal and murder, while a determined detective closes in. An unexpected romance forces the killer to confront the limits of his supposedly bullet‑proof heart.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Killer%20(1994)","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1276,"title":"Sunset Park (1996)","description":"A dedicated teacher takes over a struggling inner‑city girls’ basketball team, battling personal setbacks and the looming threat of the school’s closure while trying to inspire the players to pursue a championship.","release_date":"26-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Sunset%20Park%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1277,"title":"Set It Off (1996)","description":"Four lifelong friends, burdened by debt and a broken system, decide to rob banks to secure a better future, but their bold crime spree tests their loyalty and resourcefulness. As the stakes rise, they must confront betrayal, love, and the steep price of freedom.","release_date":"25-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Set%20It%20Off%20(1996)","genres":["Action","Crime"]}
{"item_id":1278,"title":"Selena (1997)","description":"The film follows the meteoric rise of Tejano star Selena Quintanilla, showcasing her talent, family devotion, and the cultural barriers she broke. Jennifer Lopez's breakout performance brings the beloved singer's story to life in a heartfelt tribute.","release_date":"21-Mar-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Selena%20(1997)","genres":["Drama","Musical"]}
{"item_id":1279,"title":"Wild America (1997)","description":"Three adventurous brothers trek across the American backcountry to film wildlife for a PBS series, confronting perilous terrain and personal conflicts while discovering the untamed beauty of the wilderness.","release_date":"04-Jul-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Wild+America+(1997)","genres":["Adventure","Children's"]}
{"item_id":1280,"title":"Gang Related (1997)","description":"A determined LAPD detective and his ambitious partner team up to infiltrate a dangerous street gang and prevent a looming violent retaliation, while navigating corruption within the force.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Gang+Related+(1997)","genres":["Crime"]}
{"item_id":1281,"title":"Manny & Lo (1996)","description":"Teenager Lo runs away from home and finds refuge with Manny, a disheveled drifter battling addiction, and together they form an unconventional, protective partnership while navigating life on the fringes of Los Angeles.","release_date":"26-Jul-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Manny%20&%20Lo%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1282,"title":"Grass Harp, The (1995)","description":"After his mother dies, a sensitive boy is sent to live with his aunt and cousin in a sleepy Southern town, where he befriends a quirky group of outcasts living in a ramshackle house; their unconventional freedom forces him to confront the meaning of home, love, and individuality.","release_date":"11-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Grass%20Harp,%20The%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1283,"title":"Out to Sea (1997)","description":"Two retired friends join a cruise ship as entertainers, hoping to meet women and enjoy a relaxing vacation, but their mischievous schemes and unexpected romance with a glamorous passenger turn the trip into a hilarious adventure.","release_date":"04-Jul-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Out+to+Sea+(1997)","genres":["Comedy"]}
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{"item_id":1285,"title":"Princess Caraboo (1994)","description":"Set in early‑19th‑century England, a charismatic imposter arrives claiming to be the exotic Princess Caraboo, and as a curious antiquarian and the local townsfolk become entranced, her elaborate ruse spins into a whimsical tale of deception, intrigue, and unexpected love.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Princess%20Caraboo%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1286,"title":"Shall We Dance? (1937)","description":"In this classic musical comedy, a charming Broadway dancer (Fred Astaire) and a talented ballet student (Ginger Rogers) vie for the lead in a new production while their rivalry turns into romance, leading to a series of lavish dance numbers set on stage, a rooftop, and beyond. Their witty banter and iconic choreography make the film a sparkling showcase of love and song in 1930s Hollywood.","release_date":"01-Jan-1937","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Shall%20We%20Dance?%20(1937)","genres":["Comedy","Musical","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1287,"title":"Ed (1996)","description":"A baseball‑obsessed teen discovers a talkative mule named Ed who has a natural talent for the sport, and together they team up for hilarious on‑field antics that bring unexpected victories and lasting friendship.","release_date":"08-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Ed%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1288,"title":"Denise Calls Up (1995)","description":"When a New York woman tries to win a man back by getting him to call, her friends' lives intersect through endless phone conversations, revealing the humor and heartache of modern relationships. The film follows the group’s tangled romances and miscommunications, all played out over the telephone.","release_date":"29-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Denise%20Calls%20Up%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1289,"title":"Jack and Sarah (1995)","description":"After his wife’s death, architect Jack (Tim Roth) is forced to care for their newborn daughter and enlists the help of an unconventional housekeeper, Sarah, whose quirky approach to life and child‑rearing leads him to rediscover love and the joys of parenthood.","release_date":"22-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Jack%20and%20Sarah%20(1995)","genres":["Romance"]}
{"item_id":1290,"title":"Country Life (1994)","description":"A recently widowed city dweller inherits a struggling farm and must navigate unfamiliar rural life, confronting family secrets and the harsh realities of the countryside while discovering unexpected resilience within herself.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Country%20Life%20(1994)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1291,"title":"Celtic Pride (1996)","description":"Two Black police officers go undercover as a basketball team’s mascots to protect its star player from a mobster, resulting in a series of comedic mishaps and hijinks.","release_date":"19-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Celtic%20Pride%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1292,"title":"Simple Wish, A (1997)","description":"A young fairy god‑in‑training teams up with a well‑meaning but clumsy apprentice to grant a little girl’s heartfelt wish, sparking a series of magical mishaps that lead to unexpected lessons about hope and friendship.","release_date":"11-Jul-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Simple+Wish%2C+A+(1997)","genres":["Children's","Fantasy"]}
{"item_id":1293,"title":"Star Kid (1997)","description":"When shy 12‑year‑old Spencer Griffith discovers a mysterious alien suit that fuses to his body, he gains extraordinary powers and must learn to control them. He soon faces a hostile alien robot threatening Earth, turning his everyday life into an unexpected battle for the planet.","release_date":"16-Jan-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-120478","genres":["Adventure","Children's","Fantasy","Sci-Fi"]}
{"item_id":1294,"title":"Ayn Rand: A Sense of Life (1997)","description":"Ayn Rand: A Sense of Life is a 1997 documentary that chronicles the life and ideas of the controversial author of *Atlas Shrugged* and *The Fountainhead*. Through interviews, archival footage, and narration, it examines her philosophy of Objectivism and its lasting cultural impact.","release_date":"13-Feb-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Ayn+Rand%3A+A+Sense+of+Life+(1997)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1295,"title":"Kicked in the Head (1997)","description":"After a brutal head injury leaves a cynical drifter with a sudden, unsettling clarity, he embarks on a reckless quest for revenge and redemption, dragging a ragtag group of misfits along for the ride.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Kicked+in+the+Head+(1997)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1296,"title":"Indian Summer (1996)","description":"A group of old college friends reunite at the lakeside cabin where they spent their youth, sparking nostalgic memories and confronting the choices that have shaped their adult lives.","release_date":"01-Jan-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Indian+Summer+(1996)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1297,"title":"Love Affair (1994)","description":"A chance encounter on a transatlantic cruise sparks a passionate romance between an architect and a photographer, only to be tested by illness, family expectations, and a sudden separation that forces them to choose whether love can truly conquer fate.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Love%20Affair%20(1994)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1298,"title":"Band Wagon, The (1953)","description":"A washed‑up Broadway star teams up with a talented ballerina to stage a spectacular comeback in this lavish MGM musical starring Fred Astaire and Cyd Charisse.","release_date":"01-Jan-1953","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Band%20Wagon,%20The%20(1953)","genres":["Comedy","Musical"]}
{"item_id":1299,"title":"Penny Serenade (1941)","description":"When young Helen and Skip Hager lose their unborn child, they adopt three orphaned siblings and raise them as their own, forging a decade‑spanning story of love, sacrifice, and enduring devotion.","release_date":"01-Jan-1941","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Penny%20Serenade%20(1941)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1300,"title":"'Til There Was You (1997)","description":"After a chance reunion with an old flame, a timid photographer and a charismatic musician are forced to confront the regrets and missed opportunities that have defined their lives, discovering that love can finally fill the emptiness they've long ignored.","release_date":"30-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?%27Til+There+Was+You+(1997)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1301,"title":"Stripes (1981)","description":"John Winger and Russell Ziskey, two bored friends, enlist in the U.S. Army hoping for a fresh start, only to encounter chaotic boot camp antics; their unlikely camaraderie propels them into a daring mission that turns their misfit status into unexpected heroism.","release_date":"01-Jan-1981","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Stripes+(1981)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1302,"title":"Late Bloomers (1996)","description":"A widowed mother enrolls in college as an adult, juggling family duties while rediscovering her own aspirations and proving it’s never too late to follow a dream.","release_date":"06-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Late%20Bloomers%20%281996%29","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1303,"title":"Getaway, The (1994)","description":"When a robbery goes wrong, former convict Doc McCoy and his wife Carol become fugitives, desperately trying to outrun a relentless Texas Ranger and a vengeful mob, turning their escape into a deadly cat‑and‑mouse chase across the desert.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Getaway,%20The%20(1994)","genres":["Action"]}
{"item_id":1304,"title":"New York Cop (1996)","description":"A hardened NYPD detective goes after a ruthless crime syndicate, fighting relentless violence while confronting his own personal demons. As the line between law and vengeance blurs, he must decide how far he’ll go to protect the city he loves.","release_date":"01-Jan-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?New+York+Cop+(1996)","genres":["Action","Crime"]}
{"item_id":1305,"title":"National Lampoon's Senior Trip (1995)","description":"When their senior trip is canceled, a misfit group of high‑school seniors hijack a school bus and head for Miami, only to become entangled with drug dealers, the police and a series of chaotic misadventures.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?National%20Lampoon's%20Senior%20Trip%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1306,"title":"Delta of Venus (1994)","description":"Set in 1940s Paris, a struggling writer is hired by a mysterious publisher to craft erotic stories, and he becomes enthralled with a free‑spirited American woman who leads him through a series of sensual encounters. Their intertwined pursuits of pleasure and inspiration blur the line between art and desire.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Delta%20of%20Venus%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1307,"title":"Carmen Miranda: Bananas Is My Business (1994)","description":"A vibrant documentary that traces the meteoric rise and complex legacy of Brazilian icon Carmen Miranda, exploring her dazzling Hollywood career, her role as a cultural ambassador, and the personal sacrifices behind her iconic banana‑clad image.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Carmen%20Miranda:%20Bananas%20Is%20My%20Business%20(1994)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1308,"title":"Babyfever (1994)","description":"When a successful advertising executive in her 30s begins to feel the pressure to start a family, she navigates awkward dates, fertility fears, and the expectations of friends and family, leading to a humorous yet heartfelt journey of self‑discovery. Through misadventures and unlikely romances, she learns that the path to motherhood—or choosing otherwise—is uniquely her own.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Babyfever%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1309,"title":"Very Natural Thing, A (1974)","description":"A poet leaves Manhattan's gay scene to work on a research vessel, where he meets a marine biologist and discovers an unexpected, tender romance that challenges his insecurities and explores gay love in the early 1970s.","release_date":"01-Jan-1974","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Very%20Natural%20Thing,%20A%20(1974)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1310,"title":"Walk in the Sun, A (1945)","description":"During the Italian campaign of World War II, an American infantry platoon battles the enemy and its own doubts as it pushes toward a strategic hill, confronting the harsh realities of combat and the personal toll of war.","release_date":"01-Jan-1945","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Walk%20in%20the%20Sun,%20A%20(1945)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1311,"title":"Waiting to Exhale (1995)","description":"Four Atlanta friends—each at a crossroads in love and career—lean on one another as they confront heartbreak, betrayal, and self‑discovery, learning the power of friendship and personal resilience.","release_date":"15-Jan-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Waiting%20to%20Exhale%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1312,"title":"Pompatus of Love, The (1996)","description":"A witty romantic comedy that follows three close friends in Los Angeles as they chase love, grapple with break‑ups, and search for the elusive “pompatus” of true affection. Through a series of misadventures and heartfelt conversations, they discover that love is as unpredictable as the lyrics that inspire them.","release_date":"26-Jul-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Pompatus%20of%20Love,%20The%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1313,"title":"Palmetto (1998)","description":"A struggling writer is hired by a seductive woman to commit a murder, only to become entangled in a deadly web of deceit and betrayal that forces him to confront his own dark past.","release_date":"20-Feb-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Palmetto+(1998)","genres":["Film-Noir","Mystery","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1314,"title":"Surviving the Game (1994)","description":"A down-and-out drifter takes a mysterious job that turns out to be a twisted human-hunting game, pitting him against a team of wealthy hunters who want to kill him for sport. He must use his wits and survival instincts to become the ultimate prey and fight for his life.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Surviving%20the%20Game%20(1994)","genres":["Action","Adventure","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1315,"title":"Inventing the Abbotts (1997)","description":"In 1940s a small Pennsylvania town, two childhood friends drift apart after a bitter fallout, each chasing their own ambitions, only to have a long‑buried secret resurface and force them to confront love, loyalty, and the choices that define their lives.","release_date":"04-Apr-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Inventing%20the%20Abbotts%20%281997%29","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1316,"title":"Horse Whisperer, The (1998)","description":"After a teenage girl and her horse are badly injured in a tragic accident, her mother seeks the help of legendary \"horse whisperer\" Tom Booker, who works to heal the traumatized animal and mend the family's broken bonds. As Booker re-establishes trust between horse and rider, both the girl and her mother confront their grief and find a path toward recovery.","release_date":"25-Dec-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-119314","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1317,"title":"Journey of August King, The (1995)","description":"After seven years away in Vietnam, August King returns to his small hometown to find his family shattered and a lingering mystery surrounding his father's disappearance. Determined to uncover the truth, he embarks on a painful journey that forces him to confront the past and his own identity.","release_date":"22-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Journey%20of%20August%20King,%20The%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1318,"title":"Catwalk (1995)","description":"Catwalk (1995) offers an intimate behind‑the‑scenes look at the high‑stakes world of fashion week, following designers, models, and stylists as they race against the clock to bring their runway visions to life.","release_date":"07-Jun-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Catwalk+(1995/I)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1319,"title":"Neon Bible, The (1995)","description":"In a bleak Southern town, a disillusioned teen wrestles with family loss, religious doubt and the seductive glow of neon-lit city promises, embarking on a journey toward an uncertain redemption beyond his isolated world.","release_date":"01-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Neon%20Bible,%20The%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1320,"title":"Homage (1995)","description":"Homage (1995) follows a disillusioned filmmaker who returns to his native village to finish his mentor’s unfinished project, confronting forgotten memories and the changing landscape of cinema.","release_date":"03-May-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Homage%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1321,"title":"Open Season (1996)","description":"When a group of friends venture deep into a remote forest during hunting season, they become the prey of a relentless hunter who turns the wilderness into a deadly game of survival.","release_date":"10-May-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Open+Season+(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1322,"title":"Metisse (Café au Lait) (1993)","description":"A mixed‑race couple in Paris wrestles with love, family expectations, and the complexities of race and class, while navigating their own cultural identities. Their journey is enriched by a close friendship with an introspective musician, offering a vivid snapshot of contemporary French society.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?M%E9tisse+(1993)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1323,"title":"Wooden Man's Bride, The (Wu Kui) (1994)","description":"In a remote Chinese village, a young woman is forced to marry a wooden statue that stands in for her deceased husband, and when the lifelike figure inexplicably awakens, a haunting struggle of love, betrayal, and supernatural vengeance ensues.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Wu%20Kui%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1324,"title":"Loaded (1994)","description":"After a botched heist leaves a small-town ex‑cop in possession of a suitcase full of stolen cash, he must outrun relentless gangsters and confront his own dark past in a high‑stakes desert chase.","release_date":"12-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Loaded%20(1994)","genres":["Drama","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1325,"title":"August (1996)","description":"A disenchanted novelist retreats to his quiet hometown for a summer, hoping to find inspiration and peace. As old family wounds resurface, he is forced to confront his past and decide whether to heal or walk away.","release_date":"12-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?August%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1326,"title":"Boys (1996)","description":"\"Boys\" (1996) follows a group of teenage friends in a gritty urban neighborhood as they navigate the challenges of love, ambition, and loyalty, confronting the harsh realities of growing up and the consequences of their choices.","release_date":"10-May-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Boys%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1327,"title":"Captives (1994)","description":"When a mother’s teenage daughter is abducted by a dangerous criminal, she must race against time, confronting a web of deceit and her own hidden past to rescue her child.","release_date":"16-Sep-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Captives+(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1328,"title":"Of Love and Shadows (1994)","description":"During Chile's brutal military regime, a courageous newspaper photographer teams up with a determined magazine editor to investigate the disappearance of a lover, uncovering a network of state-sponsored atrocities. Their dangerous quest for truth deepens a passionate romance that defies the darkness of oppression.","release_date":"10-May-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Of%20Love%20and%20Shadows%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1329,"title":"Low Life, The (1994)","description":"The Low Life follows a disillusioned ex‑convict as he navigates the gritty underbelly of 1990s Los Angeles, confronting crime, betrayal, and the chance for redemption.","release_date":"10-May-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Low+Life,+The+(1994/I)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1330,"title":"An Unforgettable Summer (1994)","description":"During a sweltering summer in 1925 Romania, a young officer and his wife become embroiled in a political scandal after a Turkish servant is accused of murdering a child, revealing deep ethnic tensions and personal betrayals.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Un+%E9t%E9+inoubliable+(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1331,"title":"Last Klezmer: Leopold Kozlowski, His Life and Music, The (1995)","description":"The documentary chronicles the life and musical legacy of renowned klezmer clarinetist Leopold Kozlowski, weaving archival footage, vibrant performances, and personal interviews to celebrate his profound impact on Jewish folk music.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Last%20Klezmer%3A%20Leopold%20Kozlowski%2C%20His%20Life%20and%20Music%2C%20The%20%281995%29","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1332,"title":"My Life and Times With Antonin Artaud (En compagnie d'Antonin Artaud) (1993)","description":"An intimate documentary that blends archival footage, interviews, and personal reflections as the filmmaker traces her encounters with the enigmatic French playwright Antonin Artaud, exploring his radical theater ideas and tumultuous life.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?En%20compagnie%20d'Antonin%20Artaud%20(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1333,"title":"Midnight Dancers (Sibak) (1994)","description":"Midnight Dancers follows a troupe of male nightclub performers in Manila as they navigate love, exploitation, and the desperate fight for dignity amid the city's seedy underworld.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Sibak%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1334,"title":"Somebody to Love (1994)","description":"In the bustling streets of New York, a jaded architect and a hopeful musician meet by chance and must confront past heartbreaks while navigating the unpredictable quest for genuine connection. Their unexpected bond forces both to reconsider what love really means.","release_date":"14-Jun-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Somebody+to+Love+(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1335,"title":"American Buffalo (1996)","description":"American Buffalo follows two small-time crooks who devise a risky scheme to steal a valuable coin collection, only to see their partnership unravel under greed and desperation, exposing the fragile bonds and moral decay among them.","release_date":"13-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?American%20Buffalo%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1336,"title":"Kazaam (1996)","description":"When a teenage boy accidentally releases a magical genie named Kazaam from an ancient lamp, the genie must help the kid reunite with his father while learning about friendship and responsibility.","release_date":"17-Jul-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Kazaam%20(1996)","genres":["Children's","Comedy","Fantasy"]}
{"item_id":1337,"title":"Larger Than Life (1996)","description":"Bill Murray stars as Jack Corcoran, a charismatic motivational speaker who inherits his aunt’s beloved circus elephant. Determined to honor her wish, he embarks on a chaotic cross‑country road trip, confronting wacky mishaps and eccentric characters while trying to get the massive animal back home.","release_date":"01-Nov-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Larger%20Than%20Life%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1338,"title":"Two Deaths (1995)","description":"An aging Irish clergyman’s quiet life is upended when a mysterious American woman and a restless young man arrive at his remote cottage, prompting each of them to confront love, loss and the inevitability of death.","release_date":"09-Aug-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Two+Deaths+(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1339,"title":"Stefano Quantestorie (1993)","description":"A whimsical Italian dramedy that follows Stefano as he spins a tangled web of memories, fantasies, and everyday mishaps, each vignette revealing a different facet of his eclectic life. Through humor and heartfelt moments, the film explores how personal stories shape identity and perception.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Stefano%20Quantestorie%20%281993%29","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1340,"title":"Crude Oasis, The (1995)","description":"In 1995's \"The Crude Oasis,\" a desperate community in a sun‑scorched desert discovers a hidden oil reserve that promises wealth but awakens a fierce battle between greedy corporations, local tribes, and the fragile ecosystem. As tensions rise, a lone engineer must choose between exploiting the resource and protecting the oasis that sustains everyone.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Crude%20Oasis,%20The%20(1995)","genres":["Romance"]}
{"item_id":1341,"title":"Hedd Wyn (1992)","description":"A biographical drama about Welsh poet Ellis Humphrey Evans, known as Hedd Wyn, who forsakes his farming life to pursue poetry, only to be conscripted into World War I where he dies, leaving behind his posthumously celebrated verses. The film explores his artistic passion, love for his homeland, and the tragic loss of talent in the war.","release_date":"01-Jan-1992","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Hedd%20Wyn%20(1992)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1342,"title":"Convent, The (Convento, O) (1995)","description":"When a young woman becomes a caretaker at an isolated 19th‑century convent, she discovers the dark, supernatural secrets that have haunted the cloister for generations. As the walls close in, she must confront the sinister legacy before it consumes her.","release_date":"14-Jun-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Convento,%20O%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1343,"title":"Lotto Land (1995)","description":"Set in the gritty neighborhoods of Queens, Lotto Land follows three disparate characters—a teenage mother, a recent college graduate, and a hopeful bus driver—each clinging to the promise of a lottery win as they navigate love, ambition, and the harsh realities of working‑class life.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Lotto%20Land%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1344,"title":"Story of Xinghua, The (1993)","description":"Set against the turbulent 1930s in a remote Chinese village, a young farmer in Xinghua fights to safeguard his family and land amid political upheaval, personal loss, and the struggle for a hopeful future.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Story%20of%20Xinghua,%20The%20(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1345,"title":"Day the Sun Turned Cold, The (Tianguo niezi) (1994)","description":"When a father's sudden disappearance shatters a modest rural family, mother and son are left to navigate a bleak winter where the sun seems forever cold, exposing hidden secrets and the harsh realities of a changing China.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Tianguo%20Niezi%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1346,"title":"Dingo (1992)","description":"A small‑town Australian woman with dreams of stardom meets a charismatic American blues singer, sparking a brief but intense romance that forces her to confront her ambitions and the price of love.","release_date":"01-Jan-1992","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Dingo%20(1992)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1347,"title":"Ballad of Narayama, The (Narayama Bushiko) (1958)","description":"Set in a rural Japanese village, the film follows an elderly woman who, according to tradition, must climb Mount Narayama to end her life when she turns seventy, exploring themes of duty, sacrifice, and the harshness of communal customs. Through stark black‑and‑white imagery, it examines the tension between personal desire and societal expectations.","release_date":"01-Jan-1958","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Narayama%20Bushiko%20%281958%29","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1348,"title":"Every Other Weekend (1990)","description":"A teenage boy spends alternating weekends shuttling between his divorced parents, confronting the emotional tug‑of‑war and the clash of their very different lifestyles. As he navigates love, friendship, and growing up, he learns to forge his own identity amid the constant back‑and‑forth.","release_date":"01-Jan-1990","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Un+week-end+sur+deux+(1990)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1349,"title":"Mille bolle blu (1993)","description":"A coming‑of‑age drama set on the Italian coast, following a shy teenager as he navigates friendship, first love, and family changes during a restless summer.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Mille%20bolle%20blu%20(1993)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1350,"title":"Crows and Sparrows (1949)","description":"In post‑war Shanghai, a diverse group of tenants bands together to resist a corrupt landlord and his political allies, highlighting the clash between oppressive authority and the emerging spirit of resistance. The film blends satire and social drama to portray ordinary citizens struggling for dignity amid a turbulent era.","release_date":"01-Jan-1949","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Wuya+yu+maque+(1949)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1351,"title":"Lover's Knot (1996)","description":"A married couple’s fragile happiness unravels when a former lover returns, dragging them into a web of passion, deceit, and deadly consequences.","release_date":"12-Jul-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Lover's%20Knot%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1352,"title":"Shadow of Angels (Schatten der Engel) (1976)","description":"Wim Wenders’ 1976 drama *Shadow of Angels* follows a solitary prostitute as she drifts through the seedy underbelly of Hamburg, confronting the harsh anonymity of modern urban life. Through her encounters, the film explores themes of alienation, longing, and the fragile search for human connection.","release_date":"01-Jan-1976","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Schatten%20der%20Engel%20(1976)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1353,"title":"1-900 (1994)","description":"A lonely office temp becomes entangled with a seductive phone‑sex operator after dialing a 1‑900 line, and their nightly conversations blur fantasy and reality, forcing both to confront their isolation and yearning for genuine connection.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?06%20(1994)","genres":["Romance"]}
{"item_id":1354,"title":"Venice/Venice (1992)","description":"In this experimental documentary, director Henry Jaglom follows a filmmaker’s chaotic attempt to shoot a movie at the Venice Film Festival, blending real interviews, candid moments, and staged scenes. The result is a witty meditation on the blurred boundaries between documentary, fiction, and celebrity culture.","release_date":"01-Jan-1992","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Venice/Venice%20(1992)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1355,"title":"Infinity (1996)","description":"A young Richard Feynman (Matthew Broderick) navigates love, loss, and the moral complexities of his groundbreaking work on the Manhattan Project, forging a brilliant scientific legacy while confronting the personal cost of his genius.","release_date":"04-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Infinity%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1356,"title":"Ed's Next Move (1996)","description":"After a divorce, a career‑driven New Yorker moves to Seattle and unexpectedly falls for Ed, a charming Irish immigrant. Their budding romance is tested by cultural clashes, family expectations, and the challenges of starting over.","release_date":"04-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Ed%27s%20Next%20Move%20%281996%29","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1357,"title":"For the Moment (1994)","description":"Set during World War II, a young American bomber pilot stationed in Canada falls for a small‑town girl, but his haunting wartime memories and an impending mission threaten their fleeting romance. The film explores the tension between duty and desire as both characters confront the uncertainties of a world at war.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?For%20the%20Moment%20(1994)","genres":["Romance","War"]}
{"item_id":1358,"title":"The Deadly Cure (1996)","description":"When a brilliant scientist invents a revolutionary drug to cure a lethal disease, unexpected side effects turn patients into violent, uncontrollable killers, forcing a desperate race against time to stop the outbreak.","release_date":"16-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"","genres":["Action"]}
{"item_id":1359,"title":"Boys in Venice (1996)","description":"In 1996, a group of teenage boys spend a summer wandering the canals of Venice, confronting their emerging desires and the complexities of friendship against the backdrop of the enchanting city.","release_date":"24-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1360,"title":"Sexual Life of the Belgians, The (1994)","description":"When a middle‑aged Belgian couple in Paris grows restless with the routines of their marriage, they embark on a series of awkward sexual experiments and extramarital encounters to rekindle their intimacy, leading to humorous revelations about desire, communication, and the absurdities of modern love.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Vie%20sexuelle%20des%20Belges,%20La%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1361,"title":"Search for One-eye Jimmy, The (1996)","description":"A down‑on‑his‑luck private eye teams up with a street‑wise ex‑con to track down the enigmatic, scar‑eyed criminal One‑Eye Jimmy, plunging them into a chaotic underworld of double‑crosses and dark humor.","release_date":"01-Jan-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Search%20for%20One-eye%20Jimmy,%20The%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1362,"title":"American Strays (1996)","description":"After a botched robbery leaves four small‑time crooks on the run, they embark on a chaotic road‑trip, trying to stay ahead of a ruthless sheriff while a mysterious briefcase of cash draws dangerous attention.","release_date":"13-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?American%20Strays%20(1996)","genres":["Action"]}
{"item_id":1363,"title":"Leopard Son, The (1996)","description":"A skilled fighter discovers his lineage as the legendary “Leopard Son” and must confront a ruthless crime syndicate to protect his family and honor.","release_date":"27-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Leopard%20Son,%20The%20(1996)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1364,"title":"Bird of Prey (1996)","description":"When a ruthless ex‑con launches a series of high‑stakes robberies, a determined homicide detective goes undercover to bring him down, sparking a deadly cat‑and‑mouse game. Both men are forced to confront the violent choices that have shaped their lives.","release_date":"04-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Bird%20of%20Prey%20(1996)","genres":["Action"]}
{"item_id":1365,"title":"Johnny 100 Pesos (1993)","description":"Johnny 100 Pesos follows a restless Bogotá youth who, desperate for quick cash and street respect, stages a daring bank robbery that spirals into a tense hostage standoff, exposing the brutal reality of Colombia’s criminal underworld. As the police close in, Johnny must confront the consequences of his reckless ambition.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Johnny%20100%20Pesos%20(1993)","genres":["Action","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1366,"title":"JLG/JLG - autoportrait de décembre (1994)","description":"An autobiographical essay film, JLG/JLG – Autoportrait de décembre sees Jean‑Luc Godard blend personal footage, narration, and on‑screen text to reflect on his life, artistic career, and the cultural climate of the early 1990s.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?JLG/JLG%20-%20autoportrait%20de%20d%E9cembre%20%281994%29","genres":["Documentary","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1367,"title":"Faust (1994)","description":"Jan Švankmajer's 1994 surreal retelling of the Faust legend follows a disillusioned scholar who sells his soul to a demonic Mephistopheles, thrusting him into a nightmarish world of absurdity and moral decay. The film blends live‑action and stop‑motion to explore temptation, betrayal, and the darkness within human ambition.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Faust%20%281994%29","genres":["Animation"]}
{"item_id":1368,"title":"Mina Tannenbaum (1994)","description":"Mina Tannenbaum follows the lifelong friendship of two Jewish girls, Mina and Ethel, as they navigate love, loss, and growing up from the 1960s into adulthood, capturing the bittersweet moments that shape their bond.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Mina%20Tannenbaum%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1369,"title":"Forbidden Christ, The (Cristo proibito, Il) (1950)","description":"In post‑war rural Italy, a grieving farmer becomes consumed by revenge after his son is killed, plotting to murder the German soldier he holds responsible. As his obsession deepens, he confronts a profound moral crisis that forces him to choose between vengeance and redemption.","release_date":"01-Jan-1950","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Cristo%20proibito%2C%20Il%20%281950%29","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1370,"title":"I Can't Sleep (J'ai pas sommeil) (1994)","description":"Set in the Parisian banlieues, the film follows a young Algerian immigrant couple whose fragile hopes for a better life are shattered by poverty, racism and personal betrayals, exposing the harsh reality of marginalized existence in contemporary France.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?J'ai%20pas%20sommeil%20(1994)","genres":["Drama","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1371,"title":"Machine, The (1994)","description":"When a brilliant but disgraced engineer secretly builds an autonomous combat robot, the machine’s unexpected self-awareness turns it into a deadly threat, forcing him to confront the very creation he set loose.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Machine,%20La%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Horror"]}
{"item_id":1372,"title":"Stranger, The (1994)","description":"A reclusive drifter arrives in a quiet town, his enigmatic presence stirring hidden tensions and revealing the community’s dark secrets, leading to a tense cat-and-mouse game that forces everyone to confront their past.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Stranger,+The+(1994/II)","genres":["Action"]}
{"item_id":1373,"title":"Good Morning (1971)","description":"A divorced couple tries to remain friends while each pursues a new romance, leading to a series of humorous misunderstandings and heart‑warming moments as they navigate love and life anew.","release_date":"4-Feb-1971","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Good%20Morning%20(1971)","genres":["unknown"]}
{"item_id":1374,"title":"Falling in Love Again (1980)","description":"After a chance reunion, a divorced couple revisits their past romance, confronting old wounds and the possibility of a second chance at love.","release_date":"01-Jan-1980","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Falling%20in%20Love%20Again%20(1980)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1375,"title":"Cement Garden, The (1993)","description":"After their mother dies, four teenage siblings hide her body and struggle to maintain their crumbling home, descending into a disturbing world of secrets, sexuality, and survival. The film starkly examines their twisted bond and the erosion of conventional morality in a bleak, gothic setting.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Cement%20Garden,%20The%20(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1376,"title":"Meet Wally Sparks (1997)","description":"Talk-show host Wally Sparks (Dudley Moore) is banished from his show after a scandal and partners with a down‑and‑out journalist to expose a crooked senator, resulting in a wild, raunchy series of misadventures.","release_date":"31-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Meet%20Wally%20Sparks%20(1997)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1377,"title":"Hotel de Love (1996)","description":"After a painful breakup, a woman retreats to a whimsical boutique hotel where the eccentric staff and a charming stranger help her rediscover romance, leading to unexpected love blooming amid the hotel’s quirky charm.","release_date":"07-Feb-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Hotel%20de%20Love%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1378,"title":"Rhyme & Reason (1997)","description":"Rhyme & Reason is a 1997 documentary that delves into the world of hip‑hop, featuring candid interviews with iconic rappers, producers, and insiders who discuss the music’s origins, evolution, and cultural influence. Through archival footage and on‑stage performances, the film paints a vivid portrait of the genre’s rise from the streets to mainstream fame.","release_date":"05-Mar-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Rhyme%20%26%20Reason%20(1997)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1379,"title":"Love and Other Catastrophes (1996)","description":"A lively Greek romantic comedy set in a university dorm, where a literature student and a medical student navigate love, friendship, and the chaotic misadventures of young adulthood.","release_date":"28-Mar-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Love%20and%20Other%20Catastrophes%20%281996%29","genres":["Romance"]}
{"item_id":1380,"title":"Hollow Reed (1996)","description":"When their mother is arrested for drug abuse, a teenage brother must protect his younger sister and confront the brutal reality of life in their small English village.","release_date":"02-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Hollow+Reed+(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1381,"title":"Losing Chase (1996)","description":"After her son disappears during a reckless chase, a grieving mother teams up with a seasoned detective, exposing buried family secrets as they race against time to find him.","release_date":"01-Jan-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Losing%20Chase%20%281996%29","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1382,"title":"Bonheur, Le (1965)","description":"A contented photographer basks in a seemingly perfect family life, yet when he pursues an extramarital affair, a sudden tragedy shatters his bliss and reveals the fragile, fleeting nature of happiness.","release_date":"16-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Bonheur%2C%20Le%20%281965%29","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1383,"title":"Second Jungle Book: Mowgli & Baloo, The (1997)","description":"Mowgli, the boy raised by wolves, reunites with his loyal bear friend Baloo to battle a ruthless tiger and a gang of poachers threatening the jungle. Together they fight to protect their home and help Mowgli reconnect with his forgotten human roots.","release_date":"16-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Second%20Jungle%20Book%3A%20Mowgli%20%26%20Baloo%2C%20The%20%281997%29","genres":["Adventure","Children's"]}
{"item_id":1384,"title":"Squeeze (1996)","description":"A gritty crime thriller, *Squeeze* follows a seasoned detective forced into a high‑stakes negotiation with a ruthless kidnapper who has taken a wealthy businessman’s son hostage, as time runs out and hidden loyalties surface.","release_date":"13-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Squeeze%20%281996%29","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1385,"title":"Roseanna's Grave (For Roseanna) (1997)","description":"When terminally ill Roseanna discovers she has only months left, she sets out to reunite her estranged family and fulfill her wish for a meaningful final resting place. Her journey forces everyone to confront buried secrets, regrets, and the true meaning of love and forgiveness.","release_date":"20-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Roseanna%27s+Grave+(1997)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1386,"title":"Tetsuo II: Body Hammer (1992)","description":"After a bizarre accident gives him the ability to turn his blood into a deadly, malleable weapon, a traumatized man battles a shadowy organization intent on harnessing his newfound power.","release_date":"20-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Tetsuo+II%3A+Body+Hammer+(1992)","genres":["Sci-Fi"]}
{"item_id":1387,"title":"Fall (1997)","description":"After a mysterious fall leaves her husband missing, a woman battles grief and suspicion, uncovering shocking secrets about his past that threaten to destroy her life.","release_date":"27-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Fall+(1997)","genres":["Romance"]}
{"item_id":1388,"title":"Gabbeh (1996)","description":"In Mohsen Makhmalbaf's *Gabbeh*, a young woman becomes fascinated by a richly embroidered rug that hides a secret love story from her family's past, prompting her to uncover its hidden narrative. The film blends lush, dreamlike visuals with reflections on memory, desire, and the enduring power of art.","release_date":"27-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Gabbeh+(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1389,"title":"Mondo (1996)","description":"Mondo follows a restless woman who, after a painful breakup, retreats to a remote coastal town where she confronts her past and uncovers a disturbing secret hidden beneath the surface.","release_date":"27-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Mondo+(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1390,"title":"Innocent Sleep, The (1995)","description":"A man awakens with no memory of the night a woman was found dead, and must race against time to uncover the truth before the police pin the murder on him.","release_date":"27-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Innocent+Sleep%2C+The+(1995)","genres":["Crime"]}
{"item_id":1391,"title":"For Ever Mozart (1996)","description":"A gifted teenage pianist discovers a hidden Mozart manuscript that ignites his passion for music and forces him to confront the secrets and trauma of his family, leading to a poignant journey of self‑discovery.","release_date":"04-Jul-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?For+Ever+Mozart+(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1392,"title":"Locusts, The (1997)","description":"When a devastating locust swarm threatens a drought‑stricken farming community, a widowed father must confront his past and unite his estranged family to survive.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Locusts%2C+The+(1997)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1393,"title":"Stag (1997)","description":"A group of friends on a weekend stag party in the Scottish Highlands find their celebration turned deadly when they encounter a violent, twisted couple, sparking a brutal fight for survival.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Stag+(1997)","genres":["Action","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1394,"title":"Swept from the Sea (1997)","description":"After a shipwreck strands a mysterious young woman on a quiet coastal village, a solitary fisherman helps her rebuild her life, and their growing bond awakens long‑buried secrets. Together they must confront the lingering threats of the sea and the town’s hidden past.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Swept+from+the+Sea+(1997)","genres":["Romance"]}
{"item_id":1395,"title":"Hurricane Streets (1998)","description":"A talented Brooklyn high‑schooler is drawn into the violent world of street gangs after a family tragedy, confronting crime, loyalty, and the struggle for redemption in his turbulent neighborhood.","release_date":"01-Jan-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Hurricane+Streets+(1998)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1396,"title":"Stonewall (1995)","description":"A young gay photographer becomes caught up in the turmoil of New York’s LGBTQ+ community as the Stonewall riots erupt in 1969, forcing him to confront both personal identity and societal oppression. Through love, friendship, and activism, the film dramatizes the birth of the modern gay rights movement.","release_date":"26-Jul-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Stonewall%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1397,"title":"Of Human Bondage (1934)","description":"A sensitive, insecure writer named Philip Carey falls for the beautiful but selfish chorus girl Mildred Rogers, whose ruthless manipulation drags him into a self‑destructive love affair that forces him to confront his own worth and ultimately choose redemption over obsession.","release_date":"01-Jan-1934","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Of%20Human%20Bondage%20(1934)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1398,"title":"Anna (1996)","description":"A young Russian woman escapes her oppressive Soviet life and flees to Paris, where she pursues fame and love while confronting betrayal, hardship, and the harsh price of survival.","release_date":"13-Nov-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Anna%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1399,"title":"Stranger in the House (1997)","description":"When a grieving widower hires a seemingly harmless housekeeper to help run his home, unsettling secrets emerge, plunging his family into a tense battle of suspicion and danger.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-120222","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1400,"title":"Picture Bride (1995)","description":"In early‑20th‑century Hawaii, a young Japanese woman arrives as a picture bride, expecting a marriage arranged through a photograph, and must navigate love, prejudice, and the harsh realities of plantation life.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Picture%20Bride%20(1995)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1401,"title":"M. Butterfly (1993)","description":"Based on David Henry Hwang's play, M. Butterfly follows a French diplomat who falls in love with a Chinese opera singer, only to discover her true identity as a man, exploring themes of love, deception, and cultural misunderstanding.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?M.%20Butterfly%20(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1402,"title":"Ciao, Professore! (1993)","description":"A city-born teacher is dispatched to a struggling school in a remote southern Italian village, where his unorthodox methods and heartfelt humor clash with traditional attitudes, ultimately inspiring the community and bridging cultural divides.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Io%20speriamo%20che%20me%20la%20cavo%20(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1403,"title":"Caro Diario (Dear Diary) (1994)","description":"In this autobiographical comedy‑drama, filmmaker Nanni Moretti turns the camera on himself, chronicling three episodes—a wandering tour of Rome, a trip to his father’s countryside home, and a quirky romance—while reflecting on love, family and the absurdities of modern life.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Caro%20diario%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1404,"title":"Withnail and I (1987)","description":"Two out-of-work actors, the flamboyant Withnail and his weary friend, escape their drab London flat for a disastrous countryside retreat, where their heavy drinking and desperate antics spiral into chaotic self‑discovery.","release_date":"01-Jan-1987","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Withnail%20and%20I%20(1987)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1405,"title":"Boy's Life 2 (1997)","description":"An anthology of three heartfelt short films that capture the humor, heartbreak, and coming‑of‑age challenges of gay life in the 1990s, each offering a distinct glimpse into love, identity, and self‑discovery.","release_date":"07-Mar-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Boy%27s%20Life%202%20(1997)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1406,"title":"When Night Is Falling (1995)","description":"When Night Is Falling follows a disenchanted professor who, after a chance encounter with a charismatic woman, embarks on a tender romance that forces her to confront her desires and the expectations of those around her.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?When%20Night%20is%20Falling%20(1995)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1407,"title":"Specialist, The (1994)","description":"A disgraced CIA bomb expert (Sylvester Stallone) is recruited by a mob widow (Sharon Stone) to destroy a ruthless drug lord’s operation, only to find their partnership sparks a perilous romance that threatens to explode everything around them.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Specialist,%20The%20(1994)","genres":["Action"]}
{"item_id":1408,"title":"Gordy (1995)","description":"When a newborn pig named Gordy discovers he can talk, he embarks on a cross‑country adventure to reunite his family and outwit a scheming farmer, inadvertently becoming a media sensation along the way.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Gordy%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1409,"title":"Swan Princess, The (1994)","description":"When Princess Odette is transformed into a swan by an evil sorcerer’s curse, brave Prince Derek teams up with magical allies to break the spell and restore her true form before darkness triumphs.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Swan%20Princess,%20The%20(1994)","genres":["Animation","Children's"]}
{"item_id":1410,"title":"Harlem (1993)","description":"Set against the vibrant backdrop of early‑1990s Harlem, the film intertwines the lives of several residents as they chase dreams, confront hardship, and rediscover community amid a rapidly changing neighborhood.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Harlem%20(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1411,"title":"Barbarella (1968)","description":"In this psychedelic sci‑fi romp, space adventurer Barbarella (Jane Fonda) travels through a kaleidoscopic galaxy to stop the evil Dr. Pandemonium and rescue a captured scientist, encountering bizarre worlds, seductive foes, and surreal perils along the way.","release_date":"01-Jan-1968","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Barbarella%20(1968)","genres":["Adventure","Sci-Fi"]}
{"item_id":1412,"title":"Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving (1995) (V)","description":"When the Great Giving river begins to freeze, Littlefoot, Cera, Ducky, Petrie, and Spike must brave a harsh winter and a treacherous trek across icy terrain to find food and reunite, discovering the power of teamwork and sacrifice along the way.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Land%20Before%20Time%20III%3A%20The%20Time%20of%20the%20Great%20Giving%20%281995%29%20%28V%29","genres":["Animation","Children's"]}
{"item_id":1413,"title":"Street Fighter (1994)","description":"In this action-packed adaptation of the iconic video game, Colonel Guile leads a diverse team of fighters to stop General M. Bison’s plan for world domination, while the enigmatic Ryu pursues his quest for ultimate strength.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Street%20Fighter%20(1994)","genres":["Action"]}
{"item_id":1414,"title":"Coldblooded (1995)","description":"When a small‑time crook steals a valuable briefcase, he ignites a deadly showdown between a relentless hitman and a corrupt crime lord, forcing him to outwit both before they eliminate him. Loyalties shift and the streets of Los Angeles become a tense battlefield of deception.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Coldblooded%20(1995)","genres":["Action"]}
{"item_id":1415,"title":"Next Karate Kid, The (1994)","description":"When teenage Julie Pierce (Hilary Swank) moves to Boston after her father's death, she meets Mr. Miyagi, who reluctantly teaches her karate and helps her confront a dangerous gang while she discovers her own inner strength.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Next%20Karate%20Kid,%20The%20(1994)","genres":["Action","Children's"]}
{"item_id":1416,"title":"No Escape (1994)","description":"After a nuclear conflict turns a remote prison island into a deathtrap, a former Special Forces operative must lead a rag‑tag group of inmates and scientists in a desperate bid to break free before a lethal virus wipes them out.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?No%20Escape%20(1994)","genres":["Action","Sci-Fi"]}
{"item_id":1417,"title":"Turning, The (1992)","description":"After a near‑fatal car crash triggers a cascade of buried memories, a widowed therapist returns to her hometown to confront the secrets that fractured her family, forcing her to make a painful but hopeful turning point in her life.","release_date":"02-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Turning%2C%20The%20%281992%29","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1418,"title":"Joy Luck Club, The (1993)","description":"The Joy Luck Club follows four Chinese immigrant mothers and their American-born daughters as they confront cultural clashes, secrets, and intergenerational bonds, weaving together stories of love, loss, and empowerment.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Joy+Luck+Club%2C+The+(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1419,"title":"Highlander III: The Sorcerer (1994)","description":"In the third Highlander installment, immortal hero Connor MacLeod battles a ruthless sorcerer who seeks to unleash ancient darkness and claim the ultimate prize, forcing him to confront new foes in modern New York while protecting his loved ones.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Highlander%20III:%20The%20Sorcerer%20(1994)","genres":["Action","Sci-Fi"]}
{"item_id":1420,"title":"Gilligan's Island: The Movie (1998)","description":"When a wealthy developer discovers the famous deserted island, the beloved castaways must reunite to thwart his plans and protect their tropical home, leading to the classic mix of slapstick mishaps and heart‑warming teamwork that defined the original series.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-119195","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1421,"title":"My Crazy Life (Mi vida loca) (1993)","description":"When carefree college student Ana moves to bustling Mexico City, she is swept into a whirlwind of love, friendship, and the gritty nightlife, forcing her to confront her dreams and the chaotic reality of her new life.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Mi%20vida%20loca%20(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1422,"title":"Suture (1993)","description":"A drifter arrives in a decaying Southern town and becomes entangled in a dangerous love triangle and a murder investigation, forcing him to confront unsettling questions of identity and trust.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Suture%20(1993)","genres":["Film-Noir","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1423,"title":"Walking Dead, The (1995)","description":"A small-town sheriff teams up with a skeptical scientist to halt a viral outbreak that reanimates the dead, forcing the community to battle hordes of relentless zombies before the infection spreads beyond control.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Walking%20Dead,%20The%20(1995)","genres":["Drama","War"]}
{"item_id":1424,"title":"I Like It Like That (1994)","description":"A spirited young mother in Brooklyn fights to keep her family together after her husband lands in jail, juggling a demanding job, raising her teenage son, and pursuing her own dreams amid the vibrant, multicultural neighborhood.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?I%20Like%20It%20Like%20That%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1425,"title":"I'll Do Anything (1994)","description":"A recently divorced playwright takes a job as a voice actor for an animated cartoon to make ends meet, while navigating his ex‑wife’s new relationship and his own dreams of success.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?I'll%20Do%20Anything%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1426,"title":"Grace of My Heart (1996)","description":"Grace of My Heart follows a talented songwriter who rises from a small-town folk singer to a 1960s pop icon, navigating love, heartbreak, and the male‑dominated music industry while chasing her own voice.","release_date":"13-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Grace%20of%20My%20Heart%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1427,"title":"Drunks (1995)","description":"Drunks (1995) offers a gritty, character‑driven glimpse into an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, where a diverse group of addicts confront their pasts and the devastating impact of their drinking.","release_date":"01-Nov-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Drunks%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1428,"title":"SubUrbia (1997)","description":"In this coming‑of‑age drama, a group of restless teens loiter in a diner while waiting for a local punk band’s show, forcing them to confront the emptiness of their small‑town lives. As the night unfolds, old grievances surface and each character faces a pivotal decision about their future.","release_date":"07-Feb-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?SubUrbia%20(1997)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1429,"title":"Sliding Doors (1998)","description":"Sliding Doors follows a young woman whose life splits into two parallel timelines—one where she catches a train and one where she misses it—showcasing how a single moment can dramatically alter love, career, and destiny.","release_date":"01-Jan-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Sliding+Doors+(1998)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1430,"title":"Ill Gotten Gains (1997)","description":"When a desperate ex‑con joins a slick crew to pull off a high‑stakes heist promising quick cash, their greed quickly spirals into betrayal and violence. As the police close in and trust crumbles, the criminals learn that the price of their ill‑gotten gains far outweighs any reward.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-119352","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1431,"title":"Legal Deceit (1997)","description":"A tenacious attorney uncovers a web of corruption within a powerful law firm, forcing her to risk everything to expose the truth and protect an innocent client. As alliances fracture and secrets surface, she must outmaneuver ruthless opponents to bring justice to a system built on deceit.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Legal+Deceit+(1997)","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1432,"title":"Mighty, The (1998)","description":"A socially awkward teenager teams up with a charismatic, wheelchair‑bound peer to uncover a dangerous secret that threatens their small town, forming an unlikely friendship that proves courage comes in many forms.","release_date":"09-Oct-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Mighty,+The+(1998)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1433,"title":"Men of Means (1998)","description":"When a charismatic venture capitalist teams up with his old‑school associates for a high‑stakes corporate takeover, they must confront past loyalties and mounting greed in this stylish 1998 drama.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-119655","genres":["Action","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1434,"title":"Shooting Fish (1997)","description":"Two London hustlers devise a scheme to sell a stolen exotic fish to a wealthy collector, hoping for a quick fortune, but their plan spirals into a chaotic mix of romance, corruption and slap‑stick crime.","release_date":"16-Jan-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-120122","genres":["Romance"]}
{"item_id":1435,"title":"Steal Big, Steal Little (1995)","description":"When an eccentric aunt’s will threatens to strip her three grandchildren of a fortune if they ever commit a crime, a frazzled widower (Andy García) scrambles to keep his kids out of trouble while juggling his own shady real‑estate schemes.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Steal%20Big,%20Steal%20Little%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1436,"title":"Mr. Jones (1993)","description":"In this tense political thriller, journalist John “Mr. Jones” goes undercover in Soviet‑occupied Eastern Europe, risking his life to expose a deadly conspiracy that could ignite an international crisis.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Mr.%20Jones%20(1993)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1437,"title":"House Party 3 (1994)","description":"Kid throws an epic house party to impress his crush, but rival crews, nosy neighbors, and a string of comic mishaps threaten to derail the night.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?House%20Party%203%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1438,"title":"Panther (1995)","description":"Panther dramatizes the birth and rise of the Black Panther Party in the late 1960s, following a group of young activists as they battle systemic racism, police brutality, and internal challenges while fighting for justice.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Panther%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1439,"title":"Jason's Lyric (1994)","description":"In Detroit, aspiring poet Jason struggles to escape his brother’s violent legacy while falling for the enigmatic Lyric, whose love offers a chance at redemption. Their bond is tested as neighborhood feuds and street turmoil threaten to tear them apart.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Jason's%20Lyric%20(1994)","genres":["Crime","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1440,"title":"Above the Rim (1994)","description":"A gifted high‑school basketball star is torn between a chance at a college career and the dangerous allure of his former teammate turned drug dealer, while his mother and a veteran coach push him toward a better future.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Above%20the%20Rim%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1441,"title":"Moonlight and Valentino (1995)","description":"A young actress in Los Angeles must choose between the intoxicating allure of a charismatic jazz musician and the steady, dependable love of a dedicated surgeon, while navigating the glittering yet unforgiving world of nightlife and ambition. As moonlit nights blur the line between desire and duty, she learns that true love often comes in unexpected forms.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Moonlight%20and%20Valentino%20(1995)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1442,"title":"Scarlet Letter, The (1995)","description":"A fiercely emotional drama set in 17th‑century Puritan New England, the film follows Hester Prynne (Demi Moore), a woman shunned for bearing an illegitimate child, as she endures public scorn, grapples with forbidden love, and fights to protect her daughter and her own dignity.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Scarlet%20Letter,%20The%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1443,"title":"8 Seconds (1994)","description":"8 Seconds chronicles the true story of rodeo legend Lane Frost, a young Texan who rises to become the world's top bull rider, capturing the thrill of the sport and his personal struggles, culminating in his tragic, untimely death.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?8%20Seconds%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1444,"title":"That Darn Cat! (1965)","description":"A mischievous tuxedo cat named D.C. escapes from police custody, leading a determined lieutenant and a teenage girl on a chaotic chase that uncovers a kidnapping plot and hidden loot. The feline’s antics turn a sleepy town into a whirlwind of slap‑stick adventure.","release_date":"01-Jan-1965","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?That+Darn+Cat%21+(1965)","genres":["Children's","Comedy","Mystery"]}
{"item_id":1445,"title":"Ladybird Ladybird (1994)","description":"When a mother’s early‑stage dementia begins erasing her memories, she and her children race to preserve their family bonds while confronting the painful loss of identity.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Ladybird%20Ladybird%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1446,"title":"Bye Bye, Love (1995)","description":"After their marriages collapse, two strangers meet at a divorce support group and embark on a spontaneous cross‑country road trip, discovering that love can be found in the most unexpected places.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Bye%20Bye,%20Love%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1447,"title":"Century (1993)","description":"Century (1993) is a sweeping drama that traces three generations of a Chinese family as they confront the seismic social and political changes of the 20th century, highlighting personal resilience amid rapid modernization.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Century%20(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1448,"title":"My Favorite Season (1993)","description":"After their mother's funeral, estranged siblings reunite at the family home, confronting lifelong rivalries, hidden passions, and the lingering weight of their shared past. Their tumultuous reunion forces them to confront the secrets and resentments that have shaped their lives.","release_date":"19-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Ma+saison+pr%E9f%E9r%E9e+(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1449,"title":"Pather Panchali (1955)","description":"Pather Panchali follows the humble lives of a poor Bengali family, especially the curious young Apu and his sister Durga, as they navigate hardship and fleeting moments of wonder in their rural village. Through lyrical storytelling and evocative realism, the film tenderly captures the resilience of childhood and the enduring bond with nature.","release_date":"22-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Pather%20Panchali%20(1955)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1450,"title":"Golden Earrings (1947)","description":"An American pilot on the run gets drawn into a dangerous game of espionage and romance after stumbling upon a set of stolen golden earrings and a mysterious woman in post‑war Europe.","release_date":"01-Jan-1947","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Golden%20Earrings%20%281947%29","genres":["Adventure","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1451,"title":"Foreign Correspondent (1940)","description":"In pre‑World War II Europe, intrepid journalist Johnny Jones (Joel McCrea) is dispatched to uncover a Nazi conspiracy, only to become entangled in a dangerous web of espionage, intrigue, and romance with fellow reporter Carol (Laraine Day).","release_date":"01-Jan-1940","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Foreign%20Correspondent%20(1940)","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1452,"title":"Lady of Burlesque (1943)","description":"A savvy nightclub owner inherits a struggling burlesque theater and vows to transform it into a respectable venue, navigating cutthroat rivalries and a passionate romance that threatens to tear her ambitions apart.","release_date":"01-Jan-1943","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Lady%20of%20Burlesque%20(1943)","genres":["Comedy","Mystery"]}
{"item_id":1453,"title":"Angel on My Shoulder (1946)","description":"A desperate man prevents a suicide, only to discover that the rescued stranger is an ethereal guardian angel who intervenes in the lives of those around him, guiding them toward redemption and second chances.","release_date":"01-Jan-1946","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Angel%20on%20My%20Shoulder%20(1946)","genres":["Crime","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1454,"title":"Angel and the Badman (1947)","description":"A notorious outlaw, badly injured, is taken in and cared for by a compassionate schoolteacher in a small Arizona town, and as she nurses him back to health, his hardened heart begins to soften. Faced with his violent past, he must decide whether to stay with her and embrace a new future or return to his old ways.","release_date":"01-Jan-1947","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Angel%20and%20the%20Badman%20(1947)","genres":["Western"]}
{"item_id":1455,"title":"Outlaw, The (1943)","description":"In Howard Hughes’s 1943 Western, infamous outlaw Billy the Kid (Jack Buetel) returns to the frontier, prompting a relentless pursuit by Sheriff Pat Garrett (Thomas Mitchell) as a seductive saloon singer (Jane Russell) becomes the object of both men’s desire.","release_date":"01-Jan-1943","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Outlaw,%20The%20(1943)","genres":["Western"]}
{"item_id":1456,"title":"Beat the Devil (1954)","description":"In this witty, self‑parody adventure, a roguish American (Humphrey Bogart) teams up with a scheming actress and a motley crew to locate a hidden oil field in Morocco, only to encounter betrayal and chaos at every turn. The film blends black comedy with swash‑buckling travel, spoofing classic Hollywood adventure tales.","release_date":"01-Jan-1954","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Beat%20the%20Devil%20(1954)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1457,"title":"Love Is All There Is (1996)","description":"After a chance meeting at a modest New York café, two heartbroken strangers strike up an unexpected bond, discovering that love can heal old wounds and give them the courage to start anew.","release_date":"11-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Love%20Is%20All%20There%20Is%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1458,"title":"Damsel in Distress, A (1937)","description":"When American debutante Lady Alicia Drake arrives in London, she meets the carefree aristocrat Jeffrey Cartwright, sparking a whirlwind of mistaken identities, witty banter, and elegant Fred Astaire dance sequences in this charming musical comedy.","release_date":"01-Jan-1937","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Damsel%20in%20Distress,%20A%20(1937)","genres":["Comedy","Musical","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1459,"title":"Madame Butterfly (1995)","description":"Madame Butterfly follows the poignant story of Cio‑Cio San, a Japanese geisha who marries an American naval officer and dreams of a shared future, only to be abandoned and forced to confront the devastating betrayal and sacrifice that follow.","release_date":"20-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Madame%20Butterfly%20(1995)","genres":["Musical"]}
{"item_id":1460,"title":"Sleepover (1995)","description":"A group of teenage friends stage a sleepover that quickly descends into a chaotic night of antics, secrets, and unexpected revelations.","release_date":"25-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Sleepover%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1461,"title":"Here Comes Cookie (1935)","description":"In this 1935 comedy, the spunky teenager Cookie rallies her friends and family to save the family bakery from foreclosure, using wit, charm, and a series of humorous mishaps. Her relentless optimism and clever schemes turn a looming disaster into a heart‑warming triumph.","release_date":"01-Jan-1935","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Here%20Comes%20Cookie%20(1935)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1462,"title":"Thieves (Voleurs, Les) (1996)","description":"In this stylish French crime drama, a seasoned crook teams up with a restless young lover to pull off a daring heist, but simmering tensions and unexpected betrayals threaten to ruin everything.","release_date":"25-Dec-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Voleurs,%20Les%20(1996)","genres":["Crime","Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1463,"title":"Boys, Les (1997)","description":"A group of teenage boys in a sleepy French town navigate the turbulence of adolescence, confronting friendship, first love, and the pressures of growing up against a backdrop of summer freedom. Their intertwined stories capture the bittersweet moments of youthful longing and self‑discovery.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-118764","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1464,"title":"Stars Fell on Henrietta, The (1995)","description":"When a meteor crashes into the quiet Texas town of Henrietta, a widowed mother and her children grapple with loss, family secrets, and an unexpected chance for new love amidst the upheaval.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Stars+Fell+on+Henrietta,+The+(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1465,"title":"Last Summer in the Hamptons (1995)","description":"A family reconvenes at their Hamptons summer home, where long‑held secrets and unresolved resentments begin to surface. As old wounds are reopened, each member is forced to confront the past and redefine their relationships.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Last%20Summer%20in%20the%20Hamptons%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1466,"title":"Margaret's Museum (1995)","description":"In 1950s Cape Breton, Margaret MacNeil builds a personal museum of artifacts to honor the coal miners who have vanished from her struggling community. As she marries a miner and confronts the mine's deadly accidents, her collection becomes a poignant testament to love, loss, and resilience.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Margaret's%20Museum%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1467,"title":"Saint of Fort Washington, The (1993)","description":"A down-and-out drifter (Matt Dillon) befriends a mentally disabled homeless veteran (Harry Belafonte) living in a Fort Washington shelter, and together they navigate the brutal realities of urban poverty and institutional indifference.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Saint%20of%20Fort%20Washington,%20The%20(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1468,"title":"Cure, The (1995)","description":"Detective Takabe investigates a series of gruesome murders in which each killer claims to have no memory of the crime, uncovering a mysterious hypnotherapy technique that spreads homicidal suggestion like a contagion. As the line between victim and perpetrator blurs, the investigation descends into a chilling exploration of collective madness.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Cure,%20The%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1469,"title":"Tom and Huck (1995)","description":"In 1995’s “Tom and Huck,” teenage best friends Tom Sawyer (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) and Huck Finn (Brad Renfro) embark on a daring adventure along the Mississippi River, unearthing a hidden treasure and exposing a murder mystery that tests their courage and loyalty.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Tom%20and%20Huck%20(1995)","genres":["Adventure","Children's"]}
{"item_id":1470,"title":"Gumby: The Movie (1995)","description":"When the evil Blockheads plot to turn the world into a lifeless concrete wasteland, Gumby and his trusty pony, Pokey, rally their friends on a wild stop‑motion adventure to save imagination and restore color to the planet.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Gumby:%20The%20Movie%20(1995)","genres":["Animation","Children's"]}
{"item_id":1471,"title":"Hideaway (1995)","description":"After surviving a near‑fatal car crash, a man discovers he can share his visions with a serial killer, forcing him to confront the murderer through a terrifying psychic connection; he must navigate the blurred line between reality and the dead to stop the killer’s reign of terror.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Hideaway%20(1995)","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1472,"title":"Visitors, The (Visiteurs, Les) (1993)","description":"A hapless medieval knight and his loyal squire are thrust into 1990s France after a botched time‑travel spell, forcing them to navigate modern life while trying to repair the magic that sent them forward. Their chaotic attempts to blend in spark hilarious mishaps and ultimately a quest to return to their own era.","release_date":"19-Jul-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Visiteurs,%20Les%20(1993)","genres":["Comedy","Sci-Fi"]}
{"item_id":1473,"title":"Little Princess, The (1939)","description":"When orphaned Sara Crewe’s father is presumed killed in war, the affluent girl is forced into servitude at a grim London boarding school, where her boundless kindness and imagination soften the harsh world around her. Eventually her true identity is revealed, restoring her to the life and love she once knew.","release_date":"01-Jan-1939","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Little%20Princess,%20The%20(1939)","genres":["Children's","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1474,"title":"Nina Takes a Lover (1994)","description":"Nina, a dissatisfied wife of a successful lawyer, begins a secret affair with a handsome jazz singer, forcing her to confront the emptiness of her marriage and the complexities of desire.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Nina%20Takes%20a%20Lover%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1475,"title":"Bhaji on the Beach (1993)","description":"Bhaji on the Beach follows a group of Punjabi women on a seaside day trip, exposing generational clashes, cultural expectations, and personal ambitions in a witty, heartfelt portrait of diaspora life. Through humor and drama, the film explores their struggles for independence and identity against the backdrop of a British holiday.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Bhaji%20on%20the%20Beach%20(1993)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1476,"title":"Raw Deal (1948)","description":"When a recently discharged soldier takes a high‑paying job as a lawyer for a powerful mob boss, he becomes ensnared in a web of deceit, murder, and double‑crosses that threaten to ruin his future.","release_date":"01-Jan-1948","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Raw%20Deal%20(1948)","genres":["Film-Noir"]}
{"item_id":1477,"title":"Nightwatch (1997)","description":"A medical student moonlighting as a night‑shift morgue caretaker in Moscow becomes entangled in a cat‑and‑mouse chase with a relentless serial killer, forcing him to confront his own fears and morality. As the bodies pile up, he must race against time to stop the murderer before the darkness claims more victims.","release_date":"22-Apr-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Nightwatch%20(1997)","genres":["Horror","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1478,"title":"Dead Presidents (1995)","description":"A Vietnam veteran returns to 1970s Brooklyn only to find his life shattered by poverty and systemic racism, leading him into a desperate world of heists and betrayal as he seeks the respect and financial security denied to him.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Dead%20Presidents%20(1995)","genres":["Action","Crime","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1479,"title":"Reckless (1995)","description":"Reckless follows a bored housewife who embarks on a dangerous affair with a charismatic drifter. When the relationship turns deadly, she must fight to clear her name and survive.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Reckless+(1995/I)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1480,"title":"Herbie Rides Again (1974)","description":"Herbie, the charismatic Volkswagen Beetle with a mind of its own, returns to help a widowed mother protect her property from a greedy developer. With his trademark antics and a bit of magic, the lovable car outwits the villains and saves the day.","release_date":"01-Jan-1974","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Herbie%20Rides%20Again%20(1974)","genres":["Adventure","Children's","Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1481,"title":"S.F.W. (1994)","description":"After being taken hostage, a disillusioned teen becomes a media sensation when a blood‑stained T‑shirt bearing the letters S.F.W. turns him into a symbol of rebellious outrage, forcing him to confront the pitfalls of fame and exploitation.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?S.F.W.%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1482,"title":"Gate of Heavenly Peace, The (1995)","description":"\"The Gate of Heavenly Peace\" is a powerful documentary that chronicles the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests, revealing the hopes, struggles, and tragic suppression of a generation yearning for democratic reform in China.","release_date":"10-May-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Gate%20of%20Heavenly%20Peace,%20The%20(1995)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1483,"title":"Man in the Iron Mask, The (1998)","description":"A daring swashbuckler follows the secret twin of King Louis XIV—forced to wear an iron mask—as he joins forces with his loyal brother to overthrow the tyrant and restore justice to France.","release_date":"17-Mar-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Man+in+the+Iron+Mask,+The+(1998/I)","genres":["Action","Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1484,"title":"Jerky Boys, The (1994)","description":"Two obnoxious pranksters, Frank and Jimmy, try to cash in on their fame by starring in a movie about their notorious telephone hijinks, but their outrageous antics quickly spiral out of control, dragging their friends and a bewildered studio into chaos.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Jerky%20Boys,%20The%20(1994)","genres":["Action","Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1485,"title":"Colonel Chabert, Le (1994)","description":"A war‑hero long presumed dead returns to post‑Napoleonic Paris to reclaim his identity and the wife who has remarried, discovering a society eager to erase his past.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Colonel%20Chabert,%20Le%20(1994)","genres":["Drama","Romance","War"]}
{"item_id":1486,"title":"Girl in the Cadillac (1995)","description":"A shy teenage girl inherits a sleek Cadillac that thrusts her into a dangerous world of crime and deception, forcing her to confront hidden strengths and unravel the mysteries surrounding the car’s dark past.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Girl%20in%20the%20Cadillac%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1487,"title":"Even Cowgirls Get the Blues (1993)","description":"In this off‑beat road comedy‑drama, free‑spirited cowgirl Sissy Hankshaw (Uma Thurman) embarks on a cross‑country journey of love, self‑discovery, and rebellion, encountering a host of eccentric characters and surreal adventures along the way.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Even%20Cowgirls%20Get%20the%20Blues%20(1993)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1488,"title":"Germinal (1993)","description":"Set in the 1860s French coalfields, Étienne Lantier rallies his fellow miners to strike against the oppressive mining company, revealing the brutal conditions and desperate hopes of a working‑class community fighting for dignity.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Germinal%20(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1489,"title":"Chasers (1994)","description":"Fresh out of the police academy, two mismatched rookie cops team up to chase down a dangerous drug kingpin, resulting in a chaotic and laugh‑filled trail of mishaps.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Chasers%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1490,"title":"Fausto (1993)","description":"A disillusioned Italian scholar named Fausto strikes a Faustian bargain with a charismatic, supernatural figure, trading his soul for fame and power, only to confront the devastating consequences of his ambition. The film explores desire, corruption, and the possibility of redemption in a contemporary setting.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Fausto%20%281993%29","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1491,"title":"Tough and Deadly (1995)","description":"A hardened ex-cop teams up with a gritty detective to bring down a ruthless drug cartel, leading to a violent showdown that tests the limits of their resolve.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Tough%20and%20Deadly%20(1995)","genres":["Action","Drama","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1492,"title":"Window to Paris (1994)","description":"A Soviet engineer stumbles upon a mysterious portal linking his Moscow apartment to Paris, and he and his friends seize the chance to explore the West, sparking a series of comedic culture clashes that satire life behind the Iron Curtain.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Okno+v+Parizh+(1994)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1493,"title":"Modern Affair, A (1995)","description":"A modern affair follows a successful advertising executive who, after a chance encounter with a charismatic artist, begins to question her carefully planned life and the true meaning of love. As their chemistry deepens, both must confront the temptations and insecurities that come with navigating romance in a fast‑paced, career‑driven world.","release_date":"06-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Modern%20Affair,%20A%20(1995)","genres":["Romance"]}
{"item_id":1494,"title":"Mostro, Il (1994)","description":"In this off‑beat Italian comedy, timid teacher Nello (Roberto Benigni) is mistakenly identified as a feared criminal and must evade the police while trying to prove his innocence, leading to a cascade of chaotic and heartfelt misadventures.","release_date":"19-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Mostro,%20Il%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1495,"title":"Flirt (1995)","description":"A timid office worker’s life is turned upside‑down when a charismatic stranger invites her into a series of spontaneous, flirtatious encounters, forcing her to confront her feelings about love, friendship, and self‑discovery.","release_date":"07-Aug-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Flirt+(1995/I)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1496,"title":"Carpool (1996)","description":"An uptight executive and a free‑spirited hitchhiker are thrust together on a cross‑country car ride, turning a simple trip into a chaotic comedy of errors and an unlikely friendship.","release_date":"23-Aug-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Carpool%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy","Crime"]}
{"item_id":1497,"title":"Line King: Al Hirschfeld, The (1996)","description":"Line King: Al Hirschfeld is a vibrant documentary that chronicles the life and artistry of the legendary Broadway caricaturist, revealing his creative process through interviews, archival footage, and a showcase of his iconic line drawings. With appearances by friends, family, and fellow artists, the film celebrates his enduring influence on American visual culture.","release_date":"11-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Line%20King,%20The%20(1996)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1498,"title":"Farmer & Chase (1995)","description":"When a hard‑edged city detective partners with a stoic, down‑to‑earth farmer to track a series of murders on a remote Texas ranch, the unlikely duo must bridge their contrasting worlds and confront the buried secrets lurking beneath the cornfields.","release_date":"10-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Farmer%20&%20Chase%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1499,"title":"Grosse Fatigue (1994)","description":"Grosse Fatigue follows a weary office worker in 1990s Paris as the monotony of her job and personal life blur into a lingering sense of exhaustion, forcing her to confront the hidden costs of modern labor. Through subtle humor and stark observation, the film reveals how small acts of resistance can rekindle a desire for change.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Grosse%20fatigue%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1500,"title":"Santa with Muscles (1996)","description":"A down‑on‑his‑luck boxer hired as a mall Santa discovers a magical amulet that gives him super‑human strength, and he must use his new powers to rescue the real Santa from a greedy villain and save Christmas.","release_date":"08-Nov-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Santa%20with%20Muscles%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1501,"title":"Prisoner of the Mountains (Kavkazsky Plennik) (1996)","description":"During the Chechen conflict, two Russian soldiers are captured by a guerrilla commander, sparking a tense standoff that forces both sides to confront the brutal realities of war and the fragile humanity that persists behind enemy lines.","release_date":"31-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Kavkazsky%20Plennik%20(1996)","genres":["War"]}
{"item_id":1502,"title":"Naked in New York (1994)","description":"A struggling playwright returns to the gritty streets of Manhattan, where he battles creative block, fraught relationships, and the lure of compromising his art for success, all while confronting the raw, unfiltered reality of the city that both inspires and intimidates him.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Naked+in+New+York+(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1503,"title":"Gold Diggers: The Secret of Bear Mountain (1995)","description":"When two teenage girls stumble upon a mysterious old map while exploring Bear Mountain, they embark on a daring quest for hidden gold, confronting rivals and uncovering secrets that test their friendship. Their adventurous search leads them through danger and discovery, ultimately revealing the true value of loyalty and courage.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Gold%20Diggers:%20The%20Secret%20of%20Bear%20Mountain%20(1995)","genres":["Adventure","Children's"]}
{"item_id":1504,"title":"Bewegte Mann, Der (1994)","description":"After his girlfriend leaves him for another woman, a clueless bachelor (Til Schweiger) moves in with a flamboyant gay roommate and is thrust into the chaotic world of gay nightlife, learning about friendship, love, and himself.","release_date":"12-Jul-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Bewegte%20Mann%2C%20Der%20%281994%29","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1505,"title":"Killer: A Journal of Murder (1995)","description":"When a curious journalist discovers a killer’s detailed diary, she becomes entangled in his twisted games, racing against time to decipher his clues before he claims another victim.","release_date":"06-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Killer:%20A%20Journal%20of%20Murder%20(1995)","genres":["Crime","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1506,"title":"Nelly & Monsieur Arnaud (1995)","description":"A young, impoverished Parisian woman named Nelly finds unexpected companionship and mentorship in the sophisticated, older Monsieur Arnaud, whose generosity and guidance help her navigate love, work, and self‑discovery in 1990s France.","release_date":"12-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Nelly%20%26%20Monsieur%20Arnaud%20%281995%29","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1507,"title":"Three Lives and Only One Death (1996)","description":"A restless young woman meets a charismatic stranger who simultaneously lives three disparate existences—an aristocrat, a sailor, and a poet—forcing her to confront destiny, love, and the inevitability that a single death unites all three lives.","release_date":"11-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Trois%20vies%20et%20une%20seule%20mort%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1508,"title":"Babysitter, The (1995)","description":"When teenage babysitter Claire is hired to watch a wealthy family's mansion, she discovers that the seemingly perfect household hides a dangerous predator, forcing her to fight for survival.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Babysitter,%20The%20(1995)","genres":["Drama","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1509,"title":"Getting Even with Dad (1994)","description":"After his father is falsely accused of a robbery, a determined teen joins forces with a quirky private investigator to uncover the real culprit and restore his family's reputation. Their quest brings them closer together while delivering justice.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Getting%20Even%20with%20Dad%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1510,"title":"Mad Dog Time (1996)","description":"In 1950s Los Angeles, a former inmate, a volatile hitman, and a nervous small‑time crook team up for a daring robbery against a ruthless mob boss, only to have their plan unravel into a night of betrayal, violence, and chaos.","release_date":"08-Nov-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Mad%20Dog%20Time%20(1996)","genres":["Crime"]}
{"item_id":1511,"title":"Children of the Revolution (1996)","description":"A satirical mock‑documentary follows a fervent communist immigrant whose son is revealed as the secret heir of Australia’s prime minister, igniting a darkly comic clash between radical ideals and political power.","release_date":"01-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Children%20of%20the%20Revolution%20%281996%29","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1512,"title":"World of Apu, The (Apur Sansar) (1959)","description":"\"The World of Apu\" follows Apu, a young man from a rural Indian village, as he navigates love, loss, and the challenges of city life, ultimately discovering his own identity and purpose.","release_date":"05-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Apur%20Sansar%20(1959)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1513,"title":"Sprung (1997)","description":"When their girlfriends cheat on them, best friends Clyde and Darnell devise a reckless scheme to rob a wealthy woman in hopes of getting back at love, triggering a wild weekend of comic chaos and misadventure.","release_date":"14-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Sprung%20%281997%29","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1514,"title":"Dream With the Fishes (1997)","description":"After quitting his corporate job to chase his writing aspirations, a disillusioned screenwriter finds love and confronts the harsh realities of artistic ambition.","release_date":"20-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Dream+With+the+Fishes+(1997)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1515,"title":"Wings of Courage (1995)","description":"A thrilling IMAX 3‑D adventure, *Wings of Courage* follows an intrepid early‑20th‑century pilot as he pushes the limits of flight, blending breathtaking aerial sequences with the daring spirit of aviation’s pioneers.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Wings%20of%20Courage%20(1995)","genres":["Adventure","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1516,"title":"Wedding Gift, The (1994)","description":"A young woman’s life is turned upside‑down when an unexpected wedding gift forces her to confront long‑buried family secrets and decide whether to follow her heart or honor tradition.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Wedding%20Gift,%20The%20(1994)%20(TV)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1517,"title":"Race the Sun (1996)","description":"A group of teenage friends from a desert town construct a solar‑powered car and enter a high‑stakes race across the Southwest. Along the way they must outwit rival drivers, corporate sabotage, and their own insecurities to prove they can race the sun.","release_date":"01-Jan-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Race%20the%20Sun%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1518,"title":"Losing Isaiah (1995)","description":"A desperate young mother fought the child‑welfare system to reclaim her newborn son after he was taken and placed for adoption, confronting bitter racial and class tensions along the way.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Losing%20Isaiah%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1519,"title":"New Jersey Drive (1995)","description":"New Jersey Drive follows a group of teenage car thieves in Newark who hustle stolen vehicles for profit while evading the police. The film paints a gritty portrait of street crime, youth rebellion, and the socioeconomic pressures fueling the hustle.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?New%20Jersey%20Drive%20(1995)","genres":["Crime","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1520,"title":"Fear, The (1995)","description":"A grieving mother returns to her remote hometown, only to discover that the childhood terror that drove her family apart still lurks in the shadows, forcing her to confront the fear that has haunted her life.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Fear,%20The%20(1995)","genres":["Horror"]}
{"item_id":1521,"title":"Mr. Wonderful (1993)","description":"When charismatic schemer Matt becomes the new manager of a struggling waterfront bar, he must juggle his wily family, eccentric coworkers, and a blossoming romance while proving he’s truly “Mr. Wonderful.”","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Mr.%20Wonderful%20(1993)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1522,"title":"Trial by Jury (1994)","description":"A brilliant defense attorney takes on a high‑profile murder case, battling courtroom intrigue and his own personal demons to uncover the truth and save his client from the death penalty.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Trial%20by%20Jury%20(1994)","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1523,"title":"Good Man in Africa, A (1994)","description":"A British diplomat stationed in a fictional West African nation grapples with bureaucratic chaos, a crumbling marriage, and an ill‑advised affair, leading to a series of comedic and ultimately tragic misadventures.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Good%20Man%20in%20Africa,%20A%20(1994)","genres":["Action","Adventure"]}
{"item_id":1524,"title":"Kaspar Hauser (1993)","description":"In Werner Herzog’s haunting drama, a feral youth known as Kaspar Hauser emerges from a locked cell into 19th‑century Germany, confronting the bewildering cruelty and wonder of civilization.","release_date":"07-Jun-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Kaspar+Hauser+(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1525,"title":"Object of My Affection, The (1998)","description":"A carefree photographer’s whirlwind romance with an ambitious publicist turns complicated when she decides she wants a child, prompting them—and their gay best friend—to forge an unconventional co‑parenting arrangement.","release_date":"20-Mar-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Object+of+My+Affection,+The+(1998)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1526,"title":"Witness (1985)","description":"When a young Amish boy witnesses a murder, a Philadelphia detective (Harrison Ford) is dispatched to protect him, forcing him into the community’s simple world. As he clashes with the killers and the local customs, a tentative romance with the boy’s mother develops.","release_date":"01-Jan-1985","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Witness+(1985)","genres":["Drama","Romance","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1527,"title":"Senseless (1998)","description":"A socially awkward college student volunteers for a secret experimental drug that dramatically heightens his senses, turning everyday life into a chaotic adventure filled with slapstick mishaps and absurd situations.","release_date":"09-Jan-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-120820","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1528,"title":"Nowhere (1997)","description":"A group of aimless Los Angeles teens drift through wild parties, drugs, and surreal encounters while confronting love, loss, and the looming specter of AIDS in Gregg Araki’s stylized, off‑kilter coming‑of‑age drama.","release_date":"09-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Nowhere%20%281997%29","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1529,"title":"Underground (1995)","description":"Underground follows lifelong friends Marko and Blacky as they navigate the chaotic twists of World War II, the Yugoslav civil wars, and the rise of socialism, spending decades in a literal and symbolic underground refuge. Through surreal humor and striking visuals, the film satirically portrays the absurdity and cyclical nature of Balkan history.","release_date":"29-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Underground%20(1995)","genres":["War"]}
{"item_id":1530,"title":"Jefferson in Paris (1995)","description":"In 1784, newly appointed American Minister Thomas Jefferson arrives in Paris, where he must balance the lavish politics of Louis XVI’s court, diplomatic intrigues, and a passionate, forbidden romance that challenges his ideals.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Jefferson%20in%20Paris%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1531,"title":"Far From Home: The Adventures of Yellow Dog (1995)","description":"When his car crashes in the remote woods, a teenage boy must rely on his loyal Yellow Labrador to navigate the dangers of the untamed wilderness, facing wild animals and harsh weather while discovering the true meaning of friendship and bravery.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Far%20From%20Home:%20The%20Adventures%20of%20Yellow%20Dog%20(1995)","genres":["Adventure","Children's"]}
{"item_id":1532,"title":"Foreign Student (1994)","description":"A shy Japanese exchange student arrives at a Beijing university, struggling with language barriers and cultural misunderstandings, only to find an unexpected romance that forces him to confront his own identity.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Foreign%20Student%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1533,"title":"I Don't Want to Talk About It (De eso no se habla) (1993)","description":"When a reclusive widow is forced to confront a painful family secret she has long kept hidden, her fragile world begins to unravel, prompting a quiet but urgent search for truth and connection.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?De%20Eso%20No%20Se%20Habla%20(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1534,"title":"Twin Town (1997)","description":"Twin Town is a darkly comic, gritty film set in Swansea, Wales, where mischievous brothers Dylan and Julian launch a chaotic war against the police after a tragic accident leaves an officer dead. Their twisted revenge spree spirals into violent mayhem, blending black humor with sharp social satire.","release_date":"30-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Twin%20Town%20%281997%29","genres":["Comedy","Crime"]}
{"item_id":1535,"title":"Enfer, L' (1994)","description":"A married woman's world unravels when she suspects her husband of infidelity, plunging her into obsessive jealousy and a terrifying psychological descent.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Enfer,%20L'%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1536,"title":"Aiqing wansui (1994)","description":"Aiqing wansui (1994) follows a young couple whose passionate romance is tested by family expectations and societal upheaval, showing how true love can endure despite adversity.","release_date":"22-Jul-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Aiqing%20Wansui%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1537,"title":"Cosi (1996)","description":"When an eccentric director stages a production of “Othello” inside a Sydney mental institution, his troupe of patients must grapple with their own quirks, personal dramas, and the looming AIDS crisis, resulting in a heartfelt blend of comedy and compassion.","release_date":"11-Apr-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Cosi%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1538,"title":"All Over Me (1997)","description":"In 1990s Queens, teenage Rita grapples with her best friend's unexpected pregnancy, a turbulent home life, and her burgeoning feelings for a girl, discovering her own identity amid the chaos. The film offers a heartfelt coming‑of‑age portrait of love, loss, and self‑acceptance in an urban setting.","release_date":"25-Apr-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?All%20Over%20Me%20%281997%29","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1539,"title":"Being Human (1993)","description":"After a near‑fatal accident leaves him stranded between life and death, a hardened doctor must confront his own selfishness and rediscover what it truly means to be human, ultimately learning that compassion and love are the only lasting legacies we leave behind.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Being%20Human%20(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1540,"title":"Amazing Panda Adventure, The (1995)","description":"A teenage boy travels to China to rescue a young panda, forging a deep bond with the animal and learning the importance of wildlife conservation and family along the way.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Amazing%20Panda%20Adventure,%20The%20(1995)","genres":["Adventure","Children's"]}
{"item_id":1541,"title":"Beans of Egypt, Maine, The (1994)","description":"In rural Maine, the Beans family grapples with poverty, addiction, and tangled loyalties as matriarch Ethel struggles to hold her dysfunctional clan together amid life's harsh realities.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Beans%20of%20Egypt,%20Maine,%20The%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1542,"title":"Scarlet Letter, The (1926)","description":"Set in 17th‑century Puritan New England, Hester Prynne (Lillian Gish) is condemned to wear a scarlet “A” for bearing an illegitimate child, and she must navigate love, guilt, and the relentless judgment of her community.","release_date":"01-Jan-1926","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Scarlet%20Letter,%20The%20(1926)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1543,"title":"Johns (1996)","description":"A disillusioned drifter runs a covert service that offers carefully orchestrated, painless deaths to lonely, affluent clients, and his detached existence begins to crumble when he unexpectedly falls for a troubled young woman.","release_date":"18-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Johns%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1544,"title":"It Takes Two (1995)","description":"Two identical twins—a privileged heiress and a scrappy orphan—swap places and team up to reunite their separated family, sparking a series of comedic mishaps and a budding romance.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?It%20Takes%20Two%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1545,"title":"Frankie Starlight (1995)","description":"A teenage aspiring writer discovers his estranged father was a once‑famous 1950s child star, and the two form an unlikely bond as they confront the hidden pains and lost dreams behind Hollywood’s glittering façade.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Frankie%20Starlight%20(1995)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1546,"title":"Shadows (Cienie) (1988)","description":"When Marta returns to her remote Polish hometown, she discovers that a sinister, invisible presence is driving the villagers into madness, and she must confront the ancient shadows that haunt the surrounding forest before they claim her as well.","release_date":"01-Jan-1988","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Cienie%20(1988)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1547,"title":"Show, The (1995)","description":"The Show is a 1995 documentary that offers an inside look at the 1990s hip‑hop scene, featuring live performances and behind‑the‑scenes footage of icons such as Snoop Dog, Ice Cube, and the Wu‑Tang Clan. It captures the raw energy of rap concerts, music videos, and the culture that defined the era.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Show,%20The%20(1995)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1548,"title":"The Courtyard (1995)","description":"When a woman returns to her late father's estate, she discovers a hidden courtyard where a string of murders has taken place, thrusting her into a tense cat‑and‑mouse game with a relentless, unseen killer.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Courtyard,%20The%20(1995)%20(TV)","genres":["Action","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1549,"title":"Dream Man (1995)","description":"A disillusioned ad exec creates a device that lets him enter and manipulate others' dreams, but his growing obsession blurs the line between fantasy and reality, threatening to unravel his own identity.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Dream%20Man%20(1995)","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1550,"title":"Destiny Turns on the Radio (1995)","description":"After serving twenty years behind bars, a grizzled former mobster tries to go straight, only to be pulled back into crime by his old crew and a charismatic radio DJ who offers an unexpected path to redemption.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Destiny%20Turns%20on%20the%20Radio%20(1995)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1551,"title":"Glass Shield, The (1994)","description":"When a rookie African‑American officer is assigned to Detroit's elite \"glass‑shield\" unit, he must confront entrenched racism, internal corruption, and his own moral convictions while striving to uphold the law.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Glass%20Shield,%20The%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1552,"title":"Hunted, The (1995)","description":"In this suspenseful thriller, a young woman on a solo hike in the remote woods becomes the prey of a relentless hunter who stalks her every move, forcing her to fight for survival.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Hunted,%20The%20(1995)","genres":["Action"]}
{"item_id":1553,"title":"Underneath, The (1995)","description":"Recently released from prison, drifter Robert Glover reunites with his former lover to pull off a high‑stakes robbery in their hometown, only to find that old grudges and hidden betrayals rapidly turn the heist into a deadly game of trust and deception.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Underneath,%20The%20(1995)","genres":["Mystery","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1554,"title":"Safe Passage (1994)","description":"In 1980s Boston, a devoted mother fights to keep her son and his friends safe from the neighborhood’s rising crime and drug trade. As she battles gang violence and personal hardships, she discovers the true meaning of protection and sacrifice.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Safe%20Passage%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1555,"title":"Secret Adventures of Tom Thumb, The (1993)","description":"A curious young boy discovers a hidden realm of miniature people and gets drawn into their whimsical adventures while evading a greedy villain, blending comedy, fantasy, and a touch of danger. The film follows his daring quest to protect the secret world and prove that even the smallest hero can make a big impact.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Secret%20Adventures%20of%20Tom%20Thumb,%20The%20(1993)","genres":["Adventure","Children's"]}
{"item_id":1556,"title":"Condition Red (1995)","description":"When a routine experiment goes wrong, a security specialist awakens to a \"Condition Red\" alert in an underground research facility and discovers a lethal pathogen has been released. He must race against time, outwit a cover‑up conspiracy, and stop the outbreak before it spreads beyond the facility.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Condition%20Red%20(1995)","genres":["Action","Drama","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1557,"title":"Yankee Zulu (1994)","description":"When an American soldier stationed in South Africa discovers a conspiracy to spark a civil war, he teams up with a fierce Zulu warrior to thwart the plot and restore peace. Their unlikely partnership tests loyalties and courage in a high‑stakes adventure.","release_date":"16-Feb-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Yankee%20Zulu%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1558,"title":"Aparajito (1956)","description":"The sequel to Pather Panchali, Aparajito follows Apu’s adolescent years as he copes with his father's death, moves to the city for schooling, and struggles to balance his aspirations with the pull of his rural upbringing.","release_date":"29-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Aparajito%20(1956)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1559,"title":"Hostile Intentions (1994)","description":"When a ruthless developer schemes to evict a small‑town family from their land, a tenacious detective uncovers a web of corruption and violence, racing against time to expose the plot and protect the innocent.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Hostile%20Intentions%20(1994)","genres":["Action","Drama","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1560,"title":"Clean Slate (Coup de Torchon) (1981)","description":"In this darkly comic crime drama, a disillusioned provincial policeman in a dusty West African town, whose career ends after a fatal mistake, decides to wipe the slate clean by murdering his corrupt superiors and anyone who crosses him.","release_date":"01-Jan-1981","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Coup%20de%20torchon%20(1981)","genres":["Crime"]}
{"item_id":1561,"title":"Tigrero: A Film That Was Never Made (1994)","description":"\"Tigrero: A Film That Was Never Made\" follows a 1990s expedition to capture footage of elusive jungle tigers, chronicling the logistical nightmares, creative obsessions, and eventual collapse of an ambitious wildlife film that never saw the light of day.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Tigrero:%20A%20Film%20That%20Was%20Never%20Made%20(1994)","genres":["Documentary","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1562,"title":"Eye of Vichy, The (Oeil de Vichy, L') (1993)","description":"The Eye of Vichy is a 1993 documentary that examines how visual media and propaganda shaped public perception in Vichy France during World War II, revealing the regime’s manipulation of images to enforce its ideology. Through archival footage and expert interviews, the film uncovers the lasting impact of this visual control on French collective memory.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Oeil%20de%20Vichy,%20L'%20(1993)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1563,"title":"Promise, The (Versprechen, Das) (1994)","description":"In post‑war Berlin, a young couple are torn apart by the division between East and West, yet cling to a promise that their love will endure the political split and the eventual fall of the Berlin Wall.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Versprechen,%20Das%20(1994)","genres":["Romance"]}
{"item_id":1564,"title":"To Cross the Rubicon (1991)","description":"In this 1991 drama, a disillusioned journalist returns to his turbulent homeland and faces a defining moral crossroads, echoing Caesar’s fateful decision to cross the Rubicon and irrevocably change history.","release_date":"01-Jan-1991","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?To%20Cross%20the%20Rubicon%20(1991)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1565,"title":"Daens (1992)","description":"Set in industrial Belgium of the 1890s, \"Daens\" follows Catholic priest Adolf Daens as he confronts ruthless factory owners and political corruption, championing the rights and dignity of exploited workers.","release_date":"01-Jan-1992","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Daens%20(1992)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1566,"title":"Man from Down Under, The (1943)","description":"During World War II, a spirited Australian sailor joins the U.S. Navy and finds himself caught up in a series of daring exploits and a budding romance while helping the Allied war effort.","release_date":"01-Jan-1943","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Man+from+Down+Under,+The+(1943)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1567,"title":"Careful (1992)","description":"Careful (1992) is a stark Yugoslav drama that follows a returning soldier who struggles to navigate the fragile peace and lingering tensions in his war‑torn hometown.","release_date":"01-Jan-1992","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Careful%20(1992)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1568,"title":"Vermont Is For Lovers (1992)","description":"A witty New York magazine writer heads to a picturesque Vermont town to cover a quirky love festival, only to find herself caught up in the charming locals' romantic entanglements and her own unexpected attraction.","release_date":"01-Jan-1992","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Vermont%20Is%20For%20Lovers%20(1992)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1569,"title":"Vie est belle, La (Life is Rosey) (1987)","description":"A young Parisian woman embraces optimism and love as she navigates the challenges of everyday life in 1980s France, discovering that even ordinary moments can blossom into something beautiful.","release_date":"01-Jan-1987","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Vie%20est%20belle,%20La%20(1987)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1570,"title":"Quartier Mozart (1992)","description":"When a struggling composer moves into the quirky “Mozart Quarter” of Vienna, he clashes with its colorful residents, but their unexpected camaraderie helps him rediscover his lost inspiration and confront his past.","release_date":"01-Jan-1992","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Quartier%20Mozart%20(1992)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1571,"title":"Touki Bouki (Journey of the Hyena) (1973)","description":"Two restless Senegalese youths, Mory and Anta, plot a bold escape to Paris, mixing reckless romance with dazzling, surreal visuals that critique post‑colonial society and the allure of Western dreams.","release_date":"01-Jan-1973","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Touki%20Bouki%20(1973)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1572,"title":"Wend Kuuni (God's Gift) (1982)","description":"Wend Kuuni tells the story of a mute orphan discovered in a remote African village, whose gentle curiosity and eventual recovery of speech reveal both his painful past and the compassion of the community that embraces him.","release_date":"01-Jan-1982","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Wend%20Kuuni%20(1982)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1573,"title":"Spirits of the Dead (Tre passi nel delirio) (1968)","description":"A gothic anthology that brings three Edgar Allan Poe tales—“Metzengerstein,” “William Wilson,” and “Toby Dammit”—to life, weaving eerie visuals and macabre storytelling into a single haunting experience.","release_date":"01-Jan-1968","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Tre%20passi%20nel%20delirio%20(1968)","genres":["Horror"]}
{"item_id":1574,"title":"Pharaoh's Army (1995)","description":"A disillusioned Vietnam War veteran returns to his rural hometown and, with a handful of outcasts, forms a makeshift militia—dubbed the Pharaoh’s Army—to fight the corrupt local sheriff and the lingering ghosts of his own past.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Pharaoh's%20Army%20(1995)","genres":["War"]}
{"item_id":1575,"title":"I, Worst of All (Yo, la peor de todas) (1990)","description":"A disillusioned housewife, branded as the family's scapegoat, must confront painful secrets from her past and fight for her own identity in a society that dismisses her.","release_date":"01-Jan-1990","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Yo,%20la%20Peor%20de%20Todas%20(1990)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1576,"title":"Hungarian Fairy Tale, A (1987)","description":"A Hungarian Fairy Tale follows a humble shoemaker and his spirited daughter as they wander through enchanted forests, encounter talking animals and mischievous witches, and learn that love, wit, and perseverance can triumph over even the darkest folk legends.","release_date":"01-Jan-1987","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Hol%20volt,%20hol%20nem%20volt%20(1987)","genres":["Fantasy"]}
{"item_id":1577,"title":"Death in the Garden (Mort en ce jardin, La) (1956)","description":"A body discovered in a tranquil French garden ignites a tense investigation that unravels the tangled relationships of the estate’s inhabitants, revealing hidden motives and long‑buried resentments that culminate in a shocking climax.","release_date":"01-Jan-1956","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Mort+en+ce+jardin,+La+(1956)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1578,"title":"Collectionneuse, La (1967)","description":"On a warm summer at a Riviera villa, a free‑spirited young woman known as \"the collector\" drifts between two men—her older friend and his younger companion—playing with love and desire while subtly confronting the complexities of growing up.","release_date":"01-Jan-1967","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Collectionneuse,%20La%20(1967)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1579,"title":"Baton Rouge (1988)","description":"A hard‑nosed journalist returns to Baton Rouge to investigate a string of brutal murders, discovering a tangled web of corruption that reaches the city’s most powerful figures. As the body count rises, she must race against time to expose the truth before she becomes the next victim.","release_date":"01-Jan-1988","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?B%E2ton+rouge+(1988)","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1580,"title":"Liebelei (1933)","description":"Set in turn‑of‑the‑century Vienna, a young soldier's brief affair with a music‑hall singer spirals into tragedy as societal expectations and jealous rivalries close in. Ophüls’ elegant direction highlights the fragile beauty of fleeting love.","release_date":"01-Jan-1933","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Liebelei%20(1933)","genres":["Romance"]}
{"item_id":1581,"title":"Woman in Question, The (1950)","description":"When a young woman disappears under mysterious circumstances, a determined inspector plunges into a tangled web of jealousy, deception, and hidden pasts to uncover the truth.","release_date":"01-Jan-1950","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Woman%20in%20Question,%20The%20(1950)","genres":["Mystery"]}
{"item_id":1582,"title":"T-Men (1947)","description":"T‑Men is a gritty 1947 film‑noir that follows three Treasury agents as they go undercover to infiltrate a sprawling counterfeiting ring, employing dangerous tactics and relentless pursuit. Its stark black‑and‑white cinematography captures the brutal post‑war underworld, culminating in a tense, high‑stakes showdown.","release_date":"01-Jan-1947","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?T-Men%20(1947)","genres":["Film-Noir"]}
{"item_id":1583,"title":"Invitation, The (Zaproszenie) (1986)","description":"When a quiet schoolteacher receives an enigmatic invitation to a secluded estate, she finds herself drawn into a night of unsettling revelations. As long‑buried family secrets surface, the gathering becomes a tense psychological drama that forces her to confront the truth about herself and those around her.","release_date":"01-Jan-1986","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Zaproszenie%20(1986)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1584,"title":"Symphonie pastorale, La (1946)","description":"A compassionate pastor takes in a blind orphan girl, shaping her life and love while confronting his own moral doubts, in this poignant post‑war drama adapted from André Gide’s novel.","release_date":"01-Jan-1946","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Symphonie%20pastorale,%20La%20(1946)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1585,"title":"American Dream (1990)","description":"American Dream is a 1990 documentary that follows the 1985‑86 Hormel meatpacking workers' strike in Austin, Minnesota. It captures the workers' battle for fair wages and the community's struggle against corporate pressure.","release_date":"01-Jan-1990","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?American%20Dream%20(1990)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1586,"title":"Lashou shentan (1992)","description":"In this 1992 Hong Kong action thriller, a seasoned detective goes undercover to infiltrate a ruthless crime syndicate, confronting betrayal and high‑stakes violence as he races to bring the murderous gang to justice.","release_date":"01-Jan-1992","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Lashou%20Shentan%20(1992)","genres":["Action","Crime","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1587,"title":"Terror in a Texas Town (1958)","description":"A ruthless outlaw and his gang unleash terror on a small Texas town, forcing a weary drifter and a determined young woman to confront the criminals and a corrupt sheriff to restore justice.","release_date":"01-Jan-1958","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Terror%20in%20a%20Texas%20Town%20(1958)","genres":["Western"]}
{"item_id":1588,"title":"Salut cousin! (1996)","description":"A carefree Quebec teen heads to Paris to meet his long‑lost cousin, only to find himself caught in a whirlwind of cultural misunderstandings, comedic mishaps, and an unexpected romance.","release_date":"21-Feb-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Salut%20cousin!%20(1996)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1589,"title":"Schizopolis (1996)","description":"In David Lynch’s surreal comedy *Schizopolis*, office manager John Malkovich becomes ensnared in a bizarre web of corporate intrigue, eccentric neighbors, and absurd miscommunication, as a world where language and reality constantly collapse into playful, dream‑like chaos.","release_date":"23-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Schizopolis+(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1590,"title":"To Have, or Not (1995)","description":"A poignant drama follows a young couple as they grapple with the pressures of consumerism and the search for genuine fulfillment in mid‑1990s America.","release_date":"06-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?En%20avoir%20%28ou%20pas%29%20%281995%29","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1591,"title":"Duoluo tianshi (1995)","description":"Duoluo tianshi (1995) follows a young woman who returns to her remote village after years abroad, confronting buried family secrets and the lingering shadows of the Cultural Revolution as she seeks redemption and a sense of belonging.","release_date":"21-Jan-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-112913","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1592,"title":"Magic Hour, The (1998)","description":"A struggling TV host stages a fake celebrity interview to revive his show's ratings, but the ruse spirals into chaos when the impostor’s hidden past catches up with him.","release_date":"30-Jan-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-119594","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1593,"title":"Death in Brunswick (1991)","description":"A hapless baker gets entangled with a violent hit‑man and a corrupt cop after a botched robbery, turning his quiet suburban shop into a chaotic crime scene in this darkly comic Australian caper.","release_date":"16-Aug-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Death%20in%20Brunswick%20(1991)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1594,"title":"Everest (1998)","description":"A determined team of climbers sets out to conquer Mount Everest, battling deadly weather, treacherous terrain, and their own inner conflicts in a gripping race against the unforgiving summit.","release_date":"10-Mar-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Everest+(1998)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1595,"title":"Shopping (1994)","description":"\"Shopping\" follows two London youths—a charismatic car thief and his volatile dealer friend—who become entangled in a high‑stakes car heist and drug deal, forcing them to confront loyalty, betrayal, and the dangerous allure of the criminal underworld.","release_date":"09-Feb-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Shopping%20(1994)","genres":["Action","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1596,"title":"Nemesis 2: Nebula (1995)","description":"A cyber‑enhanced operative named Alex is sent to stop a rogue biotech corporation that has unleashed a deadly alien virus known as Nebula, sparking a high‑octane battle across futuristic cityscapes. As she fights through hordes of augmented enemies, Alex must confront the corporation’s masked mastermind and prevent the virus from wiping out humanity.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Nemesis%202:%20Nebula%20(1995)","genres":["Action","Sci-Fi","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1597,"title":"Romper Stomper (1992)","description":"A gritty Australian drama that follows Danny, the charismatic leader of a violent neo‑Nazi skinhead gang, as their racist crusade spirals into brutal chaos. The film exposes the harsh consequences of extremist ideology on both the perpetrators and the community around them.","release_date":"01-Jan-1992","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Romper%20Stomper%20(1992)","genres":["Action","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1598,"title":"City of Industry (1997)","description":"A disgraced ex‑con and his reckless friend devise a daring robbery in the gritty underbelly of Los Angeles, only to watch their plan crumble under mounting desperation and betrayal. Their desperate scramble for cash spirals into violence, exposing the dark cost of trying to escape a life of crime.","release_date":"14-Mar-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?City%20of%20Industry%20(1997)","genres":["Crime","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1599,"title":"Someone Else's America (1995)","description":"A disillusioned Polish immigrant returns to New York, confronting the harsh reality that the American Dream is far from the promise he imagined. Through his eyes the film explores the loneliness and cultural clash faced by newcomers in a foreign land.","release_date":"10-May-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Someone%20Else's%20America%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1600,"title":"Guantanamera (1994)","description":"A charismatic Cuban singer leaves Guantánamo for Miami, where she confronts cultural clashes, family pressures, and a blossoming romance that forces her to choose between staying true to her roots or embracing a new, freer life.","release_date":"16-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Guantanamera%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1601,"title":"Office Killer (1997)","description":"A jaded office employee snaps, embarking on a chilling killing spree that transforms the mundane workplace into a deadly game of survival and vengeance.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-119819","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1602,"title":"Price Above Rubies, A (1998)","description":"A devout Hasidic woman in Brooklyn wrestles with the constraints of her ultra‑orthodox community, leaving her marriage and family to pursue a life of independence and self‑discovery.","release_date":"20-Mar-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Price+Above+Rubies,+A+(1998)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1603,"title":"Angela (1995)","description":"Angela (1995) follows a teenage girl who, after surviving a violent assault, must navigate a fraught relationship with her estranged mother while seeking justice and her own identity.","release_date":"16-Feb-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Angela%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1604,"title":"He Walked by Night (1948)","description":"A determined LAPD detective pursues a cunning, night‑time bank robber whose elusive tactics and use of disguises keep him one step ahead, prompting the police to employ emerging forensic methods to finally bring the shadowy criminal to justice.","release_date":"01-Jan-1948","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?He%20Walked%20by%20Night%20(1948)","genres":["Crime","Film-Noir","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1605,"title":"Love Serenade (1996)","description":"In a sleepy Australian town, two housemates vie for the attention of a charismatic traveling radio DJ, sparking a quirky competition that intertwines wit, longing, and unexpected romance. Their rivalry exposes the town’s hidden desires and the unpredictable nature of love.","release_date":"11-Jul-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Love+Serenade+(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1606,"title":"Deceiver (1997)","description":"A charismatic entrepreneur invites his wife and a young prostitute to an exclusive dinner, where a twisted game of truth and deception turns lethal, exposing hidden motives and deadly secrets.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Liar+(1997)","genres":["Crime"]}
{"item_id":1607,"title":"Hurricane Streets (1998)","description":"After fleeing a violent home, a teenage runaway is thrust into New York City's harsh streets, where he must navigate crime, drugs, and a budding romance. Along the way, an empathetic police officer becomes an unlikely ally, guiding him toward redemption.","release_date":"01-Jan-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Hurricane+Streets+(1998)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1608,"title":"Buddy (1997)","description":"A young boy discovers a mischievous chimpanzee named Buddy and hides him at home, sparking a series of heartfelt adventures that teach both of them about friendship, responsibility, and family.","release_date":"06-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Buddy%20%281997%29","genres":["Adventure","Children's","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1609,"title":"B*A*P*S (1997)","description":"Two ambitious Indian-American friends create a bogus talent agency in Los Angeles to achieve the American Dream, sparking a series of comedic mishaps. Their wild scheme leads to unexpected romance and tests their unbreakable friendship.","release_date":"28-Mar-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?B%2EA%2EP%2ES%2E%20(1997)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1610,"title":"Truth or Consequences, N.M. (1997)","description":"When a botched bank robbery forces a desperate drifter and a cunning con artist to flee to the desert town of Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, they must outwit both the law and a ruthless crime boss to survive.","release_date":"02-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Truth+or+Consequences,+N.M.+(1997)","genres":["Action","Crime","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1611,"title":"Intimate Relations (1996)","description":"Intimate Relations (1996) is a darkly comic British drama that follows a shy accountant whose mundane life is upended when he becomes entangled in a volatile love triangle with a charismatic woman and her manipulative lover, exposing hidden desires and moral compromises.","release_date":"09-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Intimate%20Relations%20%281996%29","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1612,"title":"Leading Man, The (1996)","description":"A charismatic actor lands a coveted Broadway starring role, only to have his confidence shaken when a talented younger rival threatens his place, forcing him to confront fading fame, a strained marriage, and the personal costs of his ambition.","release_date":"16-Jan-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-116845","genres":["Romance"]}
{"item_id":1613,"title":"Tokyo Fist (1995)","description":"A disillusioned Tokyo photographer is pulled into a violent underworld when his old friend becomes an underground boxer, forcing both men into a brutal clash with the yakuza that spirals into self‑destructive obsession.","release_date":"11-Feb-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Tokyo+Fist+(1995)","genres":["Action","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1614,"title":"Reluctant Debutante, The (1958)","description":"When overprotective mother Lady Margaret forces her shy 17‑year‑old daughter into London’s debutante season, the teen’s attempts to dodge an arranged marriage spark a series of comedic mishaps and lead her to unexpected romance with a charming musician.","release_date":"01-Jan-1958","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Reluctant%20Debutante,%20The%20(1958)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1615,"title":"Warriors of Virtue (1997)","description":"A teenage skateboarder is whisked away to a mystical realm where anthropomorphic kangaroo warriors protect the sacred Tao, and he must join them to thwart an evil warlord and restore balance.","release_date":"02-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Warriors%20of%20Virtue%20%281997%29","genres":["Action","Adventure","Children's","Fantasy"]}
{"item_id":1616,"title":"Desert Winds (1995)","description":"In the scorching dunes of 1990s Morocco, a weary nomad joins forces with a mysterious desert researcher to locate a legendary lost oasis, while battling relentless sandstorms and a ruthless treasure hunter who will stop at nothing to claim its secrets.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Desert%20Winds%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1617,"title":"Hugo Pool (1997)","description":"Hugo Pool is a quirky indie comedy about a down‑on‑his‑luck slacker who takes a job overseeing a community pool, navigating eccentric locals, oddball mishaps, and an unexpected romance.","release_date":"01-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Hugo+Pool+(1997)","genres":["Romance"]}
{"item_id":1618,"title":"King of New York (1990)","description":"A ruthless drug lord (Christopher Walken) escapes from prison and returns to Manhattan to seize control of the city's underworld, sparking bloody clashes with rival gangs and law enforcement, while a determined detective and a morally conflicted activist grapple with his violent empire.","release_date":"01-Jan-1990","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?King+of+New+York+(1990)","genres":["Action","Crime"]}
{"item_id":1619,"title":"All Things Fair (1996)","description":"Set in wartime Sweden, a timid teenage girl embarks on a secret, passionate affair with her charismatic teacher, challenging the boundaries of youth and authority. Their forbidden love forces both to confront longing, betrayal, and the harsh reality of growing up.","release_date":"08-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Lust+och+f%E4gring+stor+(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1620,"title":"Sixth Man, The (1997)","description":"After a tragic accident claims their star player, the University of Washington basketball team discovers his spirit returning as the \"sixth man,\" inspiring and guiding them toward redemption and victory.","release_date":"28-Mar-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Sixth%20Man%2C%20The%20(1997)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1621,"title":"Butterfly Kiss (1995)","description":"Butterfly Kiss follows a disturbed hitchhiker (Amanda Plummer) as she roams the English countryside, forming a twisted bond with a vulnerable young woman while leaving a trail of violent murders behind.","release_date":"26-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Butterfly%20Kiss%20(1995)","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1622,"title":"Paris, France (1993)","description":"A Montreal film programmer discovers a forgotten, explicit French movie and becomes obsessed with restoring it, sparking a journey that forces him to confront his failing marriage, demanding mother, and hidden desires. As he delves deeper into the tantalizing world of the lost film, his personal and professional lives collide in an unforgettable clash of art and intimacy.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Paris,%20France%20(1993)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1623,"title":"Cérémonie, La (1995)","description":"In Claude Chabrol’s taut thriller “La Cérémonie,” a shy maid and a disgruntled schoolteacher conspire to exact violent revenge on their affluent employers during a dinner party, exposing deep class tensions and psychological manipulation.","release_date":"20-Dec-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?C%E9r%E9monie%2C%20La%20%281995%29","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1624,"title":"Hush (1998)","description":"When a deaf-mute college student becomes the sole witness to a murder, she must outwit a ruthless killer who will silence her at any cost.","release_date":"10-Mar-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Hush+(1998)","genres":["Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1625,"title":"Nightwatch (1997)","description":"A weary police detective assigned to the night shift uncovers a tangled web of corruption and murder. As the darkness closes in, he must confront his own morality to bring the truth to light.","release_date":"22-Apr-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Nightwatch%20(1997)","genres":["Horror","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1626,"title":"Nobody Loves Me (Keiner liebt mich) (1994)","description":"In 1990s Berlin, a hapless young man plagued by a string of disastrous romances decides to confront his insecurities and search for genuine connection, discovering that love may be closer than he ever imagined.","release_date":"09-Feb-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Keiner%20liebt%20mich%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1627,"title":"Wife, The (1995)","description":"After her husband’s rising success leaves her feeling invisible, a devoted wife wrestles with unfulfilled ambitions and the growing strain on their marriage. As secrets surface, she must decide whether to keep sacrificing herself or finally claim her own identity.","release_date":"26-Jul-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Wife,+The+(1995)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1628,"title":"Lamerica (1994)","description":"A disillusioned Italian businessman travels to post‑communist Albania, posing as a humanitarian aid worker, only to be caught in the country's ruins and his own moral crisis.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Lamerica%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1629,"title":"Nico Icon (1995)","description":"A striking documentary that chronicles the enigmatic life of German singer Nico, weaving archival footage, candid interviews and concert performances to trace her journey from 1960s star to cult icon.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Nico%20Icon%20(1995)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1630,"title":"Silence of the Palace, The (Saimt el Qusur) (1994)","description":"Set in mid‑20th‑century Alexandria, the film follows a young servant girl who witnesses the decline of an aristocratic family and the social upheavals that reshape Egypt, blending personal memory with national history. Through her silent observations, the story reveals the hidden tensions between tradition and change.","release_date":"02-Feb-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Saimt%20el%20Qusur%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1631,"title":"Slingshot, The (1993)","description":"A cynical ex‑detective is pulled back into the hunt when a string of high‑stakes robberies is mysteriously marked by a child's slingshot, leading him to confront a ruthless crime syndicate and his own haunted past.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?K%E5disbellan+(1993)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1632,"title":"Land and Freedom (Tierra y libertad) (1995)","description":"Land and Freedom follows a young British communist who travels to Spain to fight alongside the Republican guerillas during the Civil War, confronting both the harsh realities of battle and the fractious politics within the left. As he struggles for liberation, his idealism is tested by betrayal, sacrifice, and the complexities of revolution.","release_date":"29-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Tierra%20y%20libertad%20(1995)","genres":["War"]}
{"item_id":1633,"title":"Á köldum klaka (Cold Fever) (1994)","description":"Cold Fever follows a young woman who returns to her remote Icelandic village after her mother's death, confronting buried family secrets and the stark, unforgiving winter that mirrors her inner turmoil.","release_date":"08-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?%C1+k%F6ldum+klaka+(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1634,"title":"Etz Hadomim Tafus (Under the Domin Tree) (1994)","description":"Under the Domin Tree follows a young widow who returns to her rural hometown, where a centuries‑old oak serves as a silent witness to the community’s tangled histories and hidden secrets. As she confronts the clash between tradition and change, the tree becomes a symbol of hope, renewal, and the enduring bonds of family.","release_date":"19-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Etz%20Hadomim%20Tafus%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1635,"title":"Two Friends (1986) ","description":"Two childhood companions reunite after decades apart and, thrust into a sudden crisis, must confront the choices they once made while learning that true friendship can endure even the toughest of life's trials.","release_date":"26-Apr-1986","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Two%20Friends%20(1986)%20(TV)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1636,"title":"Brothers in Trouble (1995)","description":"Set against the chaotic backdrop of post‑communist Prague, two hap‑less brothers hatch a series of ill‑fated schemes to make quick money, leading them into a comic roller‑coaster of crime, love, and unlikely friendship.","release_date":"26-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Brothers%20in%20Trouble%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1637,"title":"Girls Town (1996)","description":"Megan, a shy newcomer, enrolls at a progressive all‑girls high school where she quickly becomes part of a close‑knit group of friends. As she navigates school politics, romance, and self‑discovery, the film portrays the challenges of growing up as a young woman.","release_date":"23-Aug-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Girls%20Town%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1638,"title":"Normal Life (1996)","description":"A career criminal attempts to abandon his violent past for the sake of his teenage son, only to find his former world pulling him back in, forcing a painful clash between family loyalty and the lure of organized crime.","release_date":"25-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Normal%20Life%20(1996)","genres":["Crime","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1639,"title":"Bitter Sugar (Azucar Amargo) (1996)","description":"A young woman returns to her small hometown to care for her ailing mother, confronting buried family secrets and the lingering social tensions that have shaped her life in a stark, emotionally charged portrait of love, loss, and redemption.","release_date":"22-Nov-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Bitter%20Sugar%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1640,"title":"Eighth Day, The (1996)","description":"After a workplace accident leaves him paraplegic, Georges befriends Harry, a carefree man with Down syndrome, and together they embark on a spontaneous road trip that challenges societal norms and redefines the meaning of freedom.","release_date":"01-Nov-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Huiti%E8me+jour,+Le+(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1641,"title":"Dadetown (1995)","description":"When a beleaguered dad unexpectedly inherits the rundown town of Dadetown, he must grapple with eccentric locals and his own shortcomings while trying to revive the community.","release_date":"18-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Dadetown%20(1995)","genres":["Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1642,"title":"Some Mother's Son (1996)","description":"Set during the Irish conflict, a determined mother fights the British authorities to secure the release of her son and other imprisoned IRA volunteers, revealing the personal toll of the political struggle.","release_date":"27-Dec-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Some%20Mother's%20Son%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1643,"title":"Angel Baby (1995)","description":"Angel Baby follows two young adults with schizophrenia who meet in a mental health facility and develop an intense, fragile romance, confronting the challenges of their conditions and society’s expectations.","release_date":"10-Jan-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Angel+Baby+(1995/I)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1644,"title":"Sudden Manhattan (1996)","description":"A Manhattan photographer stumbles upon a mysterious briefcase that pulls her into a lethal web of corporate espionage and murder, forcing her to race against time to uncover the truth.","release_date":"13-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Sudden%20Manhattan%20%281996%29","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1645,"title":"Butcher Boy, The (1998)","description":"Set in 1960s rural Ireland, the film follows ten‑year‑old Francie Brady, whose fractured imagination and family tragedy drive him toward a tragic, violent climax; blending dark humor with heartbreaking drama, The Butcher Boy captures his descent into madness.","release_date":"01-Jan-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-118804","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1646,"title":"Men With Guns (1997)","description":"When a compassionate doctor travels to a remote South American village to establish a health clinic, he discovers a community besieged by guerrillas, corrupt officials and drug traffickers, forcing him to navigate brutal violence and impossible moral choices.","release_date":"06-Mar-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Men+with+Guns+(1997/I)","genres":["Action","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1647,"title":"Hana-bi (1997)","description":"A grieving ex-yakuza member, now a mild‑mannered police detective, turns to violent revenge while confronting his own existential loneliness, blending stark brutality with poetic, pastel‑filled moments of quiet beauty.","release_date":"20-Mar-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Hana-bi+(1997)","genres":["Comedy","Crime","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1648,"title":"Niagara, Niagara (1997)","description":"Niagara, Niagara (1997) follows a Haitian refugee living in New York who, after a chance encounter with a charismatic stranger, journeys to Niagara Falls in search of freedom, love, and a fresh start.","release_date":"20-Mar-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Niagara,+Niagara+(1997)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1649,"title":"Big One, The (1997)","description":"A down‑on‑his‑luck construction worker discovers a massive, unclaimed fortune that suddenly thrusts him into a world of greed and danger, prompting him to confront his own moral limits. As the stakes rise, he must decide whether the wealth is worth the personal costs.","release_date":"27-Mar-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Big+One,+The+(1997)","genres":["Comedy","Documentary"]}
{"item_id":1650,"title":"Butcher Boy, The (1998)","description":"Set in 1960s rural Ireland, the film follows Francie Brady, a sensitive ten‑year‑old whose vivid imagination and growing alienation spiral into violence after his mother abandons him, leading to a tragic descent into madness. Blending dark humor with stark tragedy, Francie's unreliable narration blurs reality and fantasy, culminating in a shocking act of murder.","release_date":"01-Jan-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?imdb-title-118804","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1651,"title":"Spanish Prisoner, The (1997)","description":"A savvy con artist known as the \"Spanish Prisoner\" entangles a naïve businessman in a complex corporate scheme, forcing him to navigate deceit and danger while trying to protect his invention and his life.","release_date":"27-Mar-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Spanish+Prisoner,+The+(1997)","genres":["Drama","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1652,"title":"Temptress Moon (Feng Yue) (1996)","description":"A young woman raised in a Shanghai brothel becomes a personal maid to a powerful family, navigating love, betrayal and the turbulence of 1930s China as war, politics and personal tragedies intertwine.","release_date":"13-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Feng%20Yue%20%281996%29","genres":["Romance"]}
{"item_id":1653,"title":"Entertaining Angels: The Dorothy Day Story (1996)","description":"A biographical drama that traces the life of journalist‑turned activist Dorothy Day, chronicling her spiritual conversion and the founding of the Catholic Worker movement as she champions the rights and dignity of the poor.","release_date":"27-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Entertaining%20Angels:%20The%20Dorothy%20Day%20Story%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1654,"title":"Chairman of the Board (1998)","description":"After his father, a beloved TV clown, dies, a flamboyant circus performer inherits a failing television network and must navigate corporate politics while staying true to his comedic roots. His irreverent antics clash with the board’s expectations, sparking a chaotic battle for control and ratings.","release_date":"01-Jan-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Chairman+of+the+Board+(1998)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1655,"title":"Favor, The (1994)","description":"When a newly single woman enlists her former high‑school crush to deliver a love note to her ex‑boyfriend, the harmless favor spirals into a series of comedic misunderstandings that force both of them to confront past feelings and unexpected new romance.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Favor,%20The%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1656,"title":"Little City (1998)","description":"Little City follows four intertwined friends in San Francisco as they confront breakups, new crushes, and the complexities of modern romance. Their lives intersect in witty, heartfelt ways, revealing the challenges of love, commitment, and friendship.","release_date":"20-Feb-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Little+City+(1998)","genres":["Comedy","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1657,"title":"Target (1995)","description":"A seasoned operative uncovers a deadly conspiracy targeting an innocent teenager, and must race against ruthless assassins to expose the truth and keep her alive.","release_date":"28-Feb-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Target%20(1995)","genres":["Action","Drama"]}
{"item_id":1658,"title":"Substance of Fire, The (1996)","description":"A brilliant but obsessive law professor becomes consumed by his research into a controversial legal doctrine, and his relentless pursuit threatens to alienate his family and destroy his career.","release_date":"06-Dec-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Substance%20of%20Fire,%20The%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1659,"title":"Getting Away With Murder (1996)","description":"A cynical college professor and his ambitious student plot the perfect murder, only to have their scheme spiral into a series of darkly comic mishaps as they scramble to stay one step ahead of the law.","release_date":"12-Apr-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Getting+Away+With+Murder+(1996)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1660,"title":"Small Faces (1995)","description":"In 1970s Glasgow, three teenage friends get drawn into a violent gang and drug world while trying to protect a vulnerable girl they encounter on the streets, exposing them to betrayal, danger, and the harsh realities of their community.","release_date":"09-Aug-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Small%20Faces%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1661,"title":"New Age, The (1994)","description":"A suburban couple coping with midlife discontent become entangled in a series of bizarre, supernatural events that push them toward mysticism and alternative spirituality, challenging their conventional routines and beliefs. Their quest for meaning leads them deep into the whimsical and unsettling world of the New Age.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?New%20Age,%20The%20(1994)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1662,"title":"Rough Magic (1995)","description":"A down‑on‑her‑luck magician partners with a spirited newcomer to pull off an elaborate con, sparking both chaos and unexpected romance.","release_date":"30-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Rough%20Magic%20%281995%29","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1663,"title":"Nothing Personal (1995)","description":"Nothing Personal is a tense political thriller in which a British security operative sent to Northern Ireland to hunt a rogue IRA member becomes entangled in a deadly web of betrayal and moral ambiguity.","release_date":"30-Apr-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Nothing%20Personal%20(1995)","genres":["Drama","War"]}
{"item_id":1664,"title":"8 Heads in a Duffel Bag (1997)","description":"A veteran secret agent and a hapless schoolteacher team up to transport a duffel bag containing eight decapitated heads for a mysterious crime lord, sparking a chaotic cross‑country chase.","release_date":"18-Apr-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?8+Heads+in+a+Duffel+Bag+(1997)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1665,"title":"Brother's Kiss, A (1997)","description":"Set in gritty 1990s Boston, two estranged brothers—one a small‑time hustler, the other an aspiring musician—are thrust back together after a violent incident, forcing them to confront their troubled past and the harsh realities of the streets. Their uneasy bond is tested as they navigate loyalty, betrayal, and the possibility of redemption.","release_date":"25-Apr-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Brother%27s%20Kiss%2C%20A%20%281997%29","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1666,"title":"Ripe (1996)","description":"Ripe follows a teenage girl in a small town who discovers an unexpected pregnancy and must confront her family's expectations and the uncertainty of her future. As she navigates love, friendship, and growing up, the film explores the raw emotions of coming of age and the choices that shape her life.","release_date":"02-May-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Ripe%20%281996%29","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1667,"title":"Next Step, The (1995)","description":"The Next Step follows a gifted dancer as she fights to earn a place in a prestigious ballet company, confronting cut‑throat competition and personal secrets that test how far she’ll go to achieve her dream.","release_date":"13-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Next%20Step%2C%20The%20%281995%29","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1668,"title":"Wedding Bell Blues (1996)","description":"A mismatched couple navigates the chaotic lead‑up to their wedding, confronting family pressure and personal doubts, in this heartfelt romantic comedy.","release_date":"13-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Wedding%20Bell%20Blues%20%281996%29","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1669,"title":"MURDER and murder (1996)","description":"When a series of brutal murders begins to mimic a cold case that haunts him, a veteran detective is drawn back to his hometown. As the body count rises, he must confront his own dark past to catch the relentless killer.","release_date":"20-Jun-1997","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?MURDER+and+murder+(1996)","genres":["Crime","Drama","Mystery"]}
{"item_id":1670,"title":"Tainted (1998)","description":"After a routine blood test reveals a mysterious contamination, a young woman uncovers a deadly corporate conspiracy spreading a hidden virus through her town, forcing her into a desperate fight for survival.","release_date":"01-Feb-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Tainted+(1998)","genres":["Comedy","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1671,"title":"Further Gesture, A (1996)","description":"A low‑budget indie comedy follows a timid office clerk who stumbles upon an odd hand signal that seems to sway the behavior of everyone around him, sending his mundane life spiraling into absurd encounters and unexpected romance.","release_date":"20-Feb-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Further+Gesture%2C+A+(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1672,"title":"Kika (1993)","description":"Kika follows a bubbly aspiring TV reporter who becomes entangled in a chaotic web of love, betrayal and murder when a charismatic photographer and his violent ex‑lover crash into her life, blending dark humor with Almodóvar’s vivid, melodramatic style.","release_date":"01-Jan-1993","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Kika%20(1993)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1673,"title":"Mirage (1995)","description":"A grieving detective becomes obsessed with a series of inexplicable disappearances, thrusting him into a twisting web of conspiracy and illusion that blurs the line between reality and nightmare.","release_date":"01-Jan-1995","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Mirage%20(1995)","genres":["Action","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1674,"title":"Mamma Roma (1962)","description":"Mamma Roma follows former prostitute Mamma Roma, played by Anna Magnani, as she strives to leave her past behind and secure a brighter future for her teenage son amidst the gritty streets and unforgiving underworld of 1960s Rome.","release_date":"01-Jan-1962","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Mamma%20Roma%20(1962)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1675,"title":"Sunchaser, The (1996)","description":"A terminally ill teen escapes a hospital, forcing a parolee into a high‑speed desert trek to reach a rare solar eclipse he believes will cure his brain tumor. Along the way, their unlikely partnership forces both to confront mortality and redemption.","release_date":"25-Oct-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Sunchaser,%20The%20(1996)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1676,"title":"War at Home, The (1996)","description":"A Vietnam veteran struggles to readjust to civilian life, confronting the lingering trauma of war while his family grapples with his emotional distance and the secrets he keeps. As his past resurfaces, he must choose between facing his demons or losing the people he loves.","release_date":"01-Jan-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?War%20at%20Home%2C%20The%20%281996%29","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1677,"title":"Sweet Nothing (1995)","description":"A suburban housewife uncovers her husband’s secret addiction and must confront a perilous underworld to protect her family and preserve their fragile life together.","release_date":"20-Sep-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Sweet%20Nothing%20(1995)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1678,"title":"Mat' i syn (1997)","description":"In post‑Soviet Russia, a disillusioned father and his rebellious son grapple with poverty, crime, and fading ideals, forging an uneasy bond as they struggle to survive in a rapidly changing world.","release_date":"06-Feb-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Mat%27+i+syn+(1997)","genres":["Drama"]}
{"item_id":1679,"title":"B. Monkey (1998)","description":"A teenage runaway in New York becomes entangled with a charismatic mobster and his seductive associate, B. Monkey, drawing her into a deadly web of obsession and betrayal. Their twisted liaison spirals into violence and impossible choices.","release_date":"06-Feb-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?B%2E+Monkey+(1998)","genres":["Romance","Thriller"]}
{"item_id":1680,"title":"Sliding Doors (1998)","description":"Sliding Doors follows a young woman whose life splits into two parallel paths—one where she catches a train and one where she misses it—showing how that single moment reshapes her relationships, career, and self‑discovery.","release_date":"01-Jan-1998","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/Title?Sliding+Doors+(1998)","genres":["Drama","Romance"]}
{"item_id":1681,"title":"You So Crazy (1994)","description":"\"You So Crazy\" (1994) is a high‑energy stand‑up comedy film starring Eddie Griffin, delivering his unfiltered, razor‑sharp take on everyday life, race, and relationships in a riotously funny performance.","release_date":"01-Jan-1994","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?You%20So%20Crazy%20(1994)","genres":["Comedy"]}
{"item_id":1682,"title":"Scream of Stone (Schrei aus Stein) (1991)","description":"A seasoned mountaineer leads a small team on a perilous ascent of a remote Alpine peak, where personal rivalries and the unforgiving rock test their resolve. As the climb spirals into disaster, the film examines the thin line between ambition and survival.","release_date":"08-Mar-1996","video_release_date":"","imdb_url":"http://us.imdb.com/M/title-exact?Schrei%20aus%20Stein%20(1991)","genres":["Drama"]}