Icons of Love

When two scientists (Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence) discover that a comet is going to destroy the planet, a real battle for the truth begins in the media, driven by hidden interests. Besides being funny, the film is a very current portrait of misinformation as a weapon that shapes social behavior.

Follows the rise and fall of Scottish general Macbeth as he succumbs to his ambition and commits murder to secure his position as king. With brilliant performances by Denzel Washington and Frances McDormand, this film is a must-see for fans of Shakespeare and period dramas. The cinematography by Bruno Delbonnel is a standout, with stark black and white visuals that create an eerie and haunting atmosphere.

The duo of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz is portrayed as they take part in the iconic '50s show, "I Love Lucy." Recounted from behind the scenes, the film written and directed by Aaron Sorkin delves into the possible cancellation of the show, amid rumors of the actress' communist ties, in the days of McCarthyism. Both Nicole Kidman and Javier Bardem were praised for their performances and Sorkin for his screenplay, which focuses on the show's influence on US television.

Explore the extraordinary life of televangelist Tammy Faye Bakker - from humble beginnings to scandal and redemption. This intimate film showcases her charisma, resilience, and ultimate downfall, and it will leave a lasting impact on you!

During a Christmas with the royal family, Princess Diana experiences the crisis of her marriage to Prince Charles. Between the growing hostility she is experiencing and her own fears, feelings and insecurities, Diana is faced with the suggestive possibility of escaping it all. Kristen Stewart is a humanized Lady Di, far from caricature, in a film with a gloomy and tense tone.

The film follows the first two decades of Franklin's life, from being born as a musical prodigy in an affluent African-American family, the repercussions of losing her mother at age 10 to her arduous rise to international musical stardom, while enduring an abusive marriage, ultimately concluding with the recording of her influential live album Amazing Grace (1972).

This biopic of legendary actress and singer Judy Garland is set in 1968, the last year of her life. Judy accepts a contract to work in a London nightclub while going through problems of all sorts. Still, she forms bonds with fans and musicians through which she rediscovers her passion and artistic impulse. Leading actress Renée Zellweger's award-winning performance is the heart and soul of a film with a great period reconstruction, so effective that its two hours fly by.

This docudrama delves into the early life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who later became a U.S. Supreme Court Justice. The film highlights her struggles as one of the few female students at Harvard Law School in the late 1950s and her fight against gender discrimination in the early 1970s. Together with her husband Marty, they take on a groundbreaking tax case, challenging established norms and risking their careers for change. This is an important political movie that you should watch!

This film is based on the true story of Thurgood Marshall, a lawyer who would become the first African-American Supreme Court Justice. Set in 1940s America, Marshall is assigned to defend Joseph Spell, an African-American chauffeur accused of sexually assaulting his employer. Due to prevailing racism and prejudice, Marshall is not allowed to speak in court, so he teams up with an attorney, Sam Friedman, forming an alliance in order to practice defense in a biased court system so that Spell gets a fair trial. An exploration of racial inequality and the struggle for fair justice that is also entertaining to watch, with a fine duo of Chadwick Boseman and Josh Gad.

Florence Foster Jenkins, an heiress from NYC, always wanted to be a concert pianist and play Carnegie Hall. An injury in her youth deterred that dream, so she sets out to sing her way to Carnegie Hall, knowing the only way to get there would be, "Practice, practice, practice". Her husband supports her venture, and Florence Foster Jenkins' performance at Carnegie Hall becomes a truly historic event.

Nelson Mandela is a South African lawyer who joins the African National Congress in the 1940s when the law under the Apartheid system's brutal tyranny proves useless for his people. Forced to abandon peaceful protest for armed resistance after the Sharpeville Massacre, Mandela pays the price when he and his comrades are sentenced to life imprisonment for treason while his wife, Winnie, is abused by the authorities herself. Over the decades in chains, Mandela's spirit is unbowed as his struggle goes on in and beyond his captivity to become an international cause. However, as Winnie's determination hardens over the years into a violent ruthlessness, Nelson's own stature rises until he becomes the renowned leader of his movement. That status would be put to the test as his release nears and a way must be found to win a peaceful victory that will leave his country, and all its peoples, unstained.

This historical drama directed by Steven Spielberg is set in 1865, as the Civil War draws to a close. The president, Abraham Lincoln, intends to push through a constitutional amendment that will forever ban slavery in the country. To do so, Lincoln must get the votes in an adverse Congress before peace is declared and it may be too late for abolition. Daniel Day-Lewis won his third Oscar for his performance as Lincoln, being the epicenter of a serious and solemn film.

Elderly and a virtual prisoner in her own home due to her concerned staff and daughter Carol, Margaret Thatcher, Britain's first woman prime minister, looks back on her life as she clears out her late husband Denis's clothes for the Oxfam shop. Denis is seen as being her rock as she first enters parliament and then runs for the leadership of the Conservative Party, culminating in her eventual premiership. Now his ghost joins her to comment on her successes and failures, sometimes to her annoyance, generally to her comfort until ultimately, as the clothes are sent to the charity shop, Denis departs from Margaret's life forever.

Director Anne Fontaine brings to life the captivating journey of Coco Chanel, a young orphan who defies societal norms and rises to become a pioneering fashion designer. This historical drama explores Coco's formative years, her transformative relationships, and her unwavering determination to leave an indelible mark on the world of haute couture. With a powerful narrative, this compelling film celebrates resilience and creativity, making it an interesting choice for fashion enthusiasts and those inspired by extraordinary life stories.

Set in the 16th century within a divided and violent England, the Catholic Queen Mary dies and her protestant half-sister Elizabeth, who remained imprisoned, assumes the throne. She is perceived as weak while her advisors are divided between those who support her and those who conspire against her reign; moreover, she is pressured to marry and have an heir. This biographical film brought Cate Blanchett international recognition; a historical drama with a thriller feel, subtle yet absorbing.