Cinematography: Joseph Ruttenberg

Direction Fritz Lang

Cast Sylvia Sidney · Spencer Tracy · Walter Abel · Bruce Cabot

Synopsis Fury (1936) chronicles the tale of a blameless individual, portrayed by Spencer Tracy, who narrowly evades a vengeful crowd. In a twist of fate, he meticulously stages his own demise at the hands of the mob to exact retribution.

Direction George Cukor

Cast Cary Grant · Katharine Hepburn · James Stewart · Ruth Hussey

Synopsis The Philadelphia Story (1940) follows the life of Tracy Lord, a privileged socialite from Philadelphia's elite Main Line. After her divorce from C.K. Dexter Haven, Tracy is set to marry George Kittredge, a wealthy businessman. However, her wedding plans are...

Direction George Cukor

Cast Charles Boyer · Ingrid Bergman · Joseph Cotten · Dame May Whitty

Synopsis Gaslight (1944) follows the story of Gregory Anton (Charles Boyer), a charming and manipulative man who weds the naive Paula Alquist (Ingrid Bergman). They move into Paula's long-deserted family home, where her aunt was murdered years ago. Following a brief...

Direction Robert Wise

Cast Paul Newman · Pier Angeli · Everett Sloane · Eileen Heckart

Synopsis Somebody Up There Likes Me (1956) is a gripping biographical drama directed by Robert Wise, who previously helmed the iconic boxing noir "The Set-Up" in 1948. The film chronicles the life of Rocky Graziano, a former juvenile delinquent from the...

Direction Sam Wood

Cast The Marx Brothers · Groucho Marx · Harpo Marx · Chico Marx

Synopsis A Day at the Races (1937) follows the story of Judy, who runs a sanitarium under threat from the local villain, Morgan, who plans to convert it into a casino. Judy receives assistance from an unlikely group: Dr. Hugo Hackenbush,...

Direction Joseph L. Mankiewicz

Cast Marlon Brando · Louis Calhern · Deborah Kerr · James Mason

Synopsis Julius Caesar (1953) unfolds the epic tale of ancient Rome, where ambition and envy collide in Joseph L. Mankiewicz’s cinematic interpretation of William Shakespeare’s renowned play. The narrative revolves around Cassius (John Gielgud), who, consumed by jealousy over the adoration...

Direction Mervyn LeRoy

Cast Ronald Colman · Greer Garson · Philip Dorn · Susan Peters

Synopsis Random Harvest (1942) follows the journey of a soldier who, at the conclusion of the First World War, emerges from a Midlands asylum with no recollection of his past. Known as Smithy, he was discovered in the trenches with a...

Direction Mervyn LeRoy

Cast Robert Taylor · Vivien Leigh · Lucile Watson · Virginia Field

Synopsis Waterloo Bridge (1940) unfolds against the backdrop of World War II, as a British officer returns to Waterloo Bridge and is transported back to the early days of World War I. He reminisces about the young man he once was...

Direction William Wyler

Cast Greer Garson · Walter Pidgeon · Christopher Severn · Richard Ney

Synopsis Mrs. Miniver (1942) presents a poignant narrative about an ordinary English family navigating the challenges of war through a collection of impactful vignettes. The family, led by a kind and elegant matriarch, faces numerous trials, including the father's departure to...

Direction Frank Borzage

Cast Robert Taylor · Margaret Sullavan · Franchot Tone · Robert Young

Synopsis Three Comrades (1938) unfolds a poignant tale of camaraderie and romance amidst the aftermath of World War I. The narrative revolves around three young German soldiers whose deep bond is fortified by their mutual affection for a woman who is...

Direction Richard Thorpe

Cast Stewart Granger · James Mason · Deborah Kerr · Jane Greer

Synopsis The Prisoner of Zenda (1952) follows the tale of Rudolph Rassendyll (Stewart Granger), a British tourist exploring the Balkan nation of Ruritania. Locals and officials alike are struck by Rassendyll's uncanny resemblance to Prince Rudolph, who is set to be...

Direction Vincente Minnelli

Cast Gene Kelly · Cyd Charisse · Van Johnson · Elaine Stewart

Synopsis Brigadoon (1954) follows the journey of two American friends, Tommy Albright and Jeff Douglas, who stumble upon a hidden Scottish village while on a hunting trip. The village, known as Brigadoon, is not marked on any map and holds a...

Direction George Cukor

Cast Norma Shearer · Joan Crawford · Rosalind Russell · Mary Boland

Synopsis The Women (1939) follows the intertwined lives of several women in high society, beginning with the revelation that wealthy Mary Haines' husband is involved with shopgirl Crystal Allen. Sylvia Fowler and Edith Potter, after learning this from a manicurist, orchestrate...

Direction George Stevens

Cast Spencer Tracy · Katharine Hepburn · Fay Bainter · Reginald Owen

Synopsis Woman of the Year (1942) follows the story of Tess and Sam, colleagues at a newspaper who initially clash due to their differing personalities. Over time, they develop feelings for each other and tie the knot. However, Tess's demanding career...

Direction Victor Fleming

Cast Spencer Tracy · Ingrid Bergman · Lana Turner · Donald Crisp

Synopsis Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1941) follows the tale of a scientist who is convinced that within every person, there is a constant struggle between good and evil. His experiments lead to the manifestation of his darker side, a malevolent...

Direction Anthony Mann

Cast Farley Granger · Cathy O'Donnell · James Craig · Paul Kelly

Synopsis Side Street (1950) follows Joe Norson, a humble mailman with a loving, expectant wife, Ellen. In a fleeting moment of weakness, Joe takes $30,000 from a pair of merciless blackmailers, who have no qualms about committing murder. After a few...

Direction John Sturges

Cast Ethel Barrymore · Maurice Evans · Angela Lansbury · Keenan Wynn

Synopsis Kind Lady (1951) follows the story of Mary Herries, an elderly woman with a deep appreciation for art and exquisite furniture. Despite her advancing age, she finds joy in the company of these valuable pieces. Her life takes an unexpected...

Direction Vincente Minnelli

Cast Leslie Caron · Maurice Chevalier · Louis Jourdan · Hermione Gingold

Synopsis Gigi (1958) follows the story of Gaston (Jordan), a wealthy Parisian man who seeks solace from the shallow upper-class society of 1900s Paris. He finds this solace with the former mistress (Gingold) of his uncle (Chevalier) and her lively, tomboyish...

Direction D.W. Griffith

Cast Hal Skelly · Zita Johann · Charlotte Wynters · Evelyn Baldwin

Synopsis The Struggle (1931) follows the tumultuous journey of a young couple whose marital bliss is severely tested when the husband succumbs to the grip of alcoholism. The narrative delves into the emotional turmoil and challenges they face as the husband's...

Direction Mervyn LeRoy

Cast Greer Garson · Walter Pidgeon · Henry Travers · Albert Basserman

Synopsis Madame Curie (1943) follows the inspiring journey of Marie, a young Polish physics student who ties the knot with Doctor Pierre Curie, her mentor in the lab. During their honeymoon, the couple embarks on a scientific quest to unravel the...