Cinematography: Russell Metty

Direction Orson Welles

Cast Charlton Heston · Janet Leigh · Orson Welles · Marlene Dietrich

Synopsis Touch of Evil (1958) begins with a mysterious figure setting a timer on a bomb and placing it in the trunk of an elegant car. The countdown starts as a wealthy businessman and his less affluent companion drive away. Their...

Direction Stanley Kubrick

Cast Kirk Douglas · Tony Curtis · Laurence Olivier · Peter Ustinov

Synopsis Spartacus (1960) follows the gripping tale of a defiant slave, Spartacus, portrayed by Kirk Douglas, who ignites a fierce uprising against the corrupt Roman Empire. Inspired by Howard Fast's novel of the same name, the film delves into the historical...

Direction Howard Hawks

Cast Katharine Hepburn · Cary Grant · Charles Ruggles · May Robson

Synopsis Bringing Up Baby (1938) follows the story of David Huxley, a paleontologist who is deeply engrossed in his work and needs to complete the reconstruction of a dinosaur skeleton for a crucial museum exhibit. This project is pivotal for securing...

Direction Douglas Sirk

Cast John Gavin · Liselotte Pulver · Jock Mahoney · Keenan Wynn

Synopsis A Time to Love and a Time to Die (1958) follows a group of German soldiers stationed on the Russian front during 1944, who are deeply affected by the brutal realities of war. When Private Ernst Graeber finally receives his...

Direction Raoul Walsh

Cast Gregory Peck · Anthony Quinn · Ann Blyth · John McIntire

Synopsis The World in His Arms (1952) follows the thrilling adventures of Jonathan Clark, a daring and charismatic sea captain who makes a living by illegally harvesting seal pelts from the waters of Russian Alaska. His life takes an unexpected turn...

Direction Douglas Sirk

Cast Lana Turner · John Gavin · Susan Kohner · Sandra Dee

Synopsis Imitation of Life (1959) follows the intertwined lives of Lora Meredith, an ambitious actress, and Annie Johnson, a homeless black woman, who cross paths at Coney Island and eventually share a modest apartment. Each woman grapples with the challenges of...

Direction Douglas Sirk

Cast Barbara Stanwyck · Fred MacMurray · Joan Bennett · William Reynolds

Synopsis There's Always Tomorrow (1955) follows the story of a dedicated toy company executive, portrayed by Fred MacMurray, whose family—including his wife, Joan Bennett, and their children, Gigi Perreau, William Reynolds, and Judy Nugent—often overlook his efforts. The narrative takes an...

Direction Douglas Sirk

Cast Rock Hudson · Lauren Bacall · Robert Stack · Dorothy Malone

Synopsis Written on the Wind (1956) follows the tumultuous lives of the Hadley family and their associates. In October 1955, dedicated geologist Mitch Wayne, employed by the Hadley Oil Company, crosses paths with executive secretary Lucy Moore in New York. Mitch...

Direction John Huston

Cast Clark Gable · Marilyn Monroe · Montgomery Clift · Eli Wallach

Synopsis The Misfits (1961) follows the story of Roslyn Tabor, portrayed by Marilyn Monroe, who forms a bond with three cowboys during her stay in Reno to finalize her divorce. Her newfound friendship is tested when she discovers their intention to...

Direction Orson Welles

Cast Edward G. Robinson · Loretta Young · Orson Welles · Philip Merivale

Synopsis The Stranger (1946) follows Charles Rankin, a professor in a picturesque Connecticut town who is on the verge of marrying the daughter of a prominent U.S. Supreme Court justice. However, his true identity is a closely guarded secret, as his...

Direction Douglas Sirk

Cast Jane Wyman · Rock Hudson · Agnes Moorehead · Conrad Nagel

Synopsis All that Heaven Allows (1955) follows the story of Cary Scott (Jane Wyman), a wealthy widow who is slowly reintegrating into society among her largely uninteresting country club acquaintances. Her primary source of joy comes from the weekend visits of...

Direction King Vidor

Cast Kirk Douglas · Jeanne Crain · Claire Trevor · Richard Boone

Synopsis Man Without a Star (1955) follows the journey of Dempsey Rae, a wandering cowboy who lacks a definitive purpose in life. His path leads him to a ranch owned by a stern woman who has recently moved from the East....

Direction Jack Haley Jr.

Cast Fred Astaire · Bing Crosby · Gene Kelly · Peter Lawford

Synopsis That's Entertainment! (1974) showcases a delightful compilation of beloved musical sequences from the golden era of MGM, as narrated by some of the studio's most iconic stars. This documentary takes viewers on a nostalgic journey through the studio's rich 50-year...

Direction Douglas Sirk

Cast Jane Wyman · Rock Hudson · Barbara Rush · Agnes Moorehead

Synopsis Magnificent Obsession (1954) follows the journey of Bob Merrick, a wealthy and careless man whose reckless actions lead to a tragic chain of events. After Merrick's thoughtless speedboat accident, the emergency equipment used to save him is unavailable to assist...

Direction Bernard L. Kowalski

Cast Peter Falk · Robert Culp · Pat Crowley · Ray Milland

Synopsis Columbo: Death Lends a Hand (TV) (1971) follows the story of Brimmer, a hot-headed private investigator, who is employed by Arthur Kennicut, a notable Los Angeles publisher. Brimmer is tasked with looking into the activities of Kennicut's wife, who is...

Direction Sam Wood

Cast Joan Fontaine · Patric Knowles · Herbert Marshall · Richard Ney

Synopsis Ivy (1947) follows the story of a captivating yet morally ambiguous British woman, Ivy Lexton, set in the year 1909. Ivy's life takes an intriguing turn when she encounters the wealthy and older Miles Rushworth. Despite being married to Jervis...

Direction Albert Lewin

Cast George Sanders · Angela Lansbury · Ann Dvorak · John Carradine

Synopsis The Private Affairs of Bel Ami (1947) follows the story of ambitious writer Georges Duroy, portrayed by George Sanders, who is known for his ruthless pursuit of social status and wealth. His journey begins with Rachel, a woman from the...

Direction Irving Reis

Cast Edward G. Robinson · Burt Lancaster · Mady Christians · Louisa Horton

Synopsis All My Sons (1948) delves into the life of Joe Keller, a prosperous, middle-aged entrepreneur who has committed a grave and heart-wrenching act. During World War II, in a rush to fulfill an Army order, he intentionally supplied defective airplane...

Direction John Newland · Axel Gruenberg · Jack B. Hively

Cast John Newland · Robert Douglas · Will J. White · Olan Soule

Synopsis One Step Beyond (TV Series) (1959) aired concurrently with the renowned "Twilight Zone," catering to the public's escalating fascination with paranormal suspense through a unique approach. Instead of crafting fictional narratives with supernatural elements, this series delved into purportedly genuine...

Direction Franklin J. Schaffner

Cast Charlton Heston · Richard Boone · Rosemary Forsyth · Guy Stockwell

Synopsis The War Lord (1965) follows the journey of a valiant knight tasked by his duke to venture to a seaside hamlet in Normandy. The knight's mission is to revive a previous failed effort to construct a defensive fortress. As he...