The Shawshank Redemption
Tim Robbins, Morgan Freeman, Bob Gunton
A banker convicted of uxoricide forms a friendship over a quarter century with a hardened convict, while maintaining his innocence and trying to remain hopeful through simple compassion.
Why you'll love it
A powerful story of hope and friendship set in a prison, exploring themes of resilience and redemption.
The Godfather
Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan
The aging patriarch of an organized crime dynasty transfers control of his clandestine empire to his reluctant son.
Why you'll love it
A classic tale of family, power, and betrayal within the Mafia, showcasing the complexities of loyalty and crime.
A Streetcar Named Desire
Vivien Leigh, Marlon Brando, Kim Hunter
Disturbed Blanche DuBois moves in with her sister in New Orleans and is tormented by her brutish brother-in-law while her reality crumbles around her.
Why you'll love it
A poignant exploration of desire, mental health, and the fragility of human relationships.
Ordinary People
Donald Sutherland, Mary Tyler Moore, Judd Hirsch
The accidental death of the older son of an affluent family deeply strains the relationships among the bitter mother, the good-natured father and the guilt-ridden younger son.
Why you'll love it
A deep dive into family dynamics and the impact of tragedy on relationships, highlighting the struggles of healing.
Moonlight
Mahershala Ali, Naomie Harris, Trevante Rhodes
A young African-American man grapples with his identity and sexuality while experiencing the everyday struggles of childhood, adolescence, and burgeoning adulthood.
Why you'll love it
A coming-of-age story that explores identity, family, and love through the life of a young black man.