Love and Music

Follow a week in the life of a young folk singer as he navigates the Greenwich Village folk scene of 1961. Guitar in tow, huddled against the unforgiving New York winter, he is struggling to make it as a musician against seemingly insurmountable obstacles -- some of them of his own making.

Across The Universe is a fictional love story set in the 1960s amid the turbulent years of anti-war protest, the struggle for free speech and civil rights, mind exploration and rock and roll. At once gritty, whimsical and highly theatrical, the story moves from high schools and universities in Massachusetts, Princeton and Ohio to the Lower East Side of Manhattan, the Detroit riots, Vietnam and the dockyards of Liverpool. A combination of live action and animation, the film is paired with many songs by The Beatles that defined the time.

Alex Fletcher is a fading pop star who gets a chance to relaunch his career when a popular pop diva asks him to write a song for her. Alex, with no facility for lyrics, recruits Sophie Fisher, an enthusiastic lyricist who keeps the job afloat. As they collaborate on the music and face their own dilemmas, a connection blossoms that can either empower or derail the project. The Hugh Grant-Drew Barrymore duo has chemistry, the music is catchy and actresses Haley Bennett and Kristen Johnston elevate the humour of this endearing romantic comedy.

William, a gifted young aspiring journalist, gets the chance to tour with a rock band for an article for the Rolling Stone magazine. In this crazy new adventure, he witnesses the thrilling highs and lows of the music industry while also finding his own voice. Through stunning cinematography, vibrant costumes, and an unforgettable soundtrack, the film captures the nostalgic essence of the 1970s. Don't miss this timeless tale that will resonate with the music lover in all of us.

It's the early 20th-century American Midwest. A con man going by the assumed name Harold Hill has used several different schemes to bilk the unsuspecting, and now travels from town to town pretending to be a professor of music - from the Gary (Indiana) Conservatory of Music, class of '05 - who solves all the respective towns' youth problems by forming boys' marching bands. He takes money from the townsfolk to buy instruments, music, instructional materials, and uniforms for their sons. However, in reality, he has no degree and knows nothing about music, and after all the materials arrive and are distributed, he absconds with all the money, never to be seen again. Many of the traveling salesmen in the territory have been negatively impacted by him, as the townsfolk then become suspicious of any stranger trying to sell them something. For Harold's scheme to work, he must gain the trust of the local music teacher, usually by wooing her, regardless of her appearance. And if the town doesn't believe it has a youth problem needing to be fixed, he will manufacture one for them. That is the case when he arrives in River City, Iowa, population 2,212, where he will have some unexpected help from Marcellus Washburn, a friend and former grifter colleague who now lives in River City and has gone straight, but he still wants to make sure Harold survives his stay in town. River City's music teacher is spinster and town librarian Marian Paroo. He's able to impress all the other River Citizens with his fast-talking sales pitches, but not suspicious Marian, whose hard-as-nails exterior is unlike all the other River Citizens. Her exterior is partly due to her somewhat removed standing in the town, as all the gossipy housewives believe she is a smut peddler - encouraging the teenagers to read authors such as Chaucer and Balzac - and mistakenly believe that she got her position as librarian through less-than-scrupulous means. What Harold does not know is that one way to Marian is through her young adolescent brother, Winthrop Paroo, a sullen boy who has withdrawn from life since their father's death two years before, when he started to lisp. Harold starts to fall for Marian, something that never happened with any of the other music teachers. Further complications may ensue if any of those traveling salesmen who have been following his route through the territory catch up with and expose him.

The film follows the story of Conor, a teenage boy who forms a band with friends to impress a girl he likes, but along the way they all discover their enjoyment of music and composing their own songs. In addition, Conor uses music as an escape to cope with his parents' failing marriage. Set in Ireland in the '80s, it has great (and catchy) music, is satisfyingly told, and its endearing characters make you wish you could spend more time with them.

Funny, musical and occasionally dramatic, this is the story of tumultuous rise and fall of a Dublin Soul band, The Commitments. Managed by Jimmy Rabbitte, an unemployed wheeler and dealer with a vision to create "The Worlds Hardest Working Band".

Evan, a musically gifted orphan, embarks on a quest to discover the truth about his origins, only to find himself guided by the enigmatic "Wizard," a wise vagabond who lives within the walls of an abandoned theater but has double intentions. Meanwhile, his real parents desperately search for him amidst chaotic New York, in this modern fairy tale starring an impressive cast that includes Freddie Highmore, Robin Williams, Keri Russell and Jonathan Rhys Meyers.

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is a talented, brilliant, and flamboyant musician, Antonio Salieri is a mediocre composer who envies, and detests him, to the point of conspiring against him and sabotaging his career. You will see an unbridled battle of egos, reproaches, envy and ambition, wrapped up in the greatest musical talent in history.

The film presents the story of Bad Blake, a country music singer who is coming from a difficult professional and personal period, as a result of his addiction to alcohol. His present is bleak when he meets Jean Craddock, a journalist who approaches him for an interview and discovers the man behind the musician. What is at stake in this drama is Blake's ability to overcome and cope with adversity. Jeff Bridges' empathetic and immense performance won him an Oscar for best actor.

Gretta, a singer and songwriter, is going through a pivotal moment in her life when she suffers a disappointing love affair with her ex-boyfriend Dave, a musician who, in the wake of his success and fame, takes a diverging path. Dan, a music producer, meets Gretta in a bar and, captivated by her talent, convinces her to record an album. A warm and sensitive dramatic comedy by John Carney, sweetly funny and touching, with a good chemistry between Keira Knightley and Mark Ruffalo and some endearing musical moments.

Jackson Maine is a seasoned musician who has just discovered Ally, a young artist who is about to give up on her dream of making it big. But Jack wins her over and pushes her career until it takes off. This musical drama starring and directed by Bradley Cooper, featuring the unparalleled talent of Lady Gaga, is the 4th version of the original 1937 romantic film and its 1954 and 1976 remakes.

This award-winning Irish musical follows the touching story of a chance encounter between two aspiring musicians on Dublin's vibrant streets. Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová who are accomplished musicians in real life bring their genuine talent on screen, adding depth to a film celebrated for its realism and emotion. With a candid and naturalistic filming style, this authentic independent gem is an inspiring journey into the world of music and love.

In Los Angeles, Mia, an aspiring actress, and Sebastian, a jazz pianist, meet and fall in love. As they pursue their personal dreams, the challenge of maintaining their relationship arises. In a bittersweet climax, they must decide between their individual dreams or finding a path that merges their love and passion. The film explores the price of artistic pursuits and the transformative power of love and art, in a visually stunning and emotionally captivating masterpiece that celebrates the courage to dream and the enduring spirit of artists.