Slumdog Millionaire
Dev Patel, Freida Pinto, Saurabh Shukla
When a teenager from the slums of Mumbai is interrogated about his suspicious performance on a quiz show, he revisits various events from his past to explain how he knew all the answers.
Why you'll love it
A young man from the slums of Mumbai becomes a millionaire on a game show, but not without overcoming numerous obstacles.
The Pursuit of Happyness
Will Smith, Thandiwe Newton, Jaden Smith
A struggling salesman takes custody of his son as he's poised to begin a life-changing professional career.
Why you'll love it
The film is based on the true story of Chris Gardner, a homeless salesman who becomes a wealthy stockbroker.
Cinderella Man
Russell Crowe, Renée Zellweger, Craig Bierko
The story of James J. Braddock, a supposedly washed-up boxer who came back to challenge for the heavyweight championship of the world.
Why you'll love it
The film tells the story of James J. Braddock, a washed-up boxer who returns to the ring and becomes a champion.
The Great Gatsby
Leonardo DiCaprio, Carey Mulligan, Joel Edgerton
A writer and wall street trader, Nick Carraway, finds himself drawn to the past and lifestyle of his mysterious millionaire neighbor, Jay Gatsby, amid the riotous parties of the Jazz Age.
Why you'll love it
Jay Gatsby, a poor young man, amasses a great fortune in the pursuit of his love interest, Daisy Buchanan.
Joy
Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro, Bradley Cooper
Joy is the story of the title character, who rose to become founder and matriarch of a powerful family business dynasty.
Why you'll love it
The film is based on the life of Joy Mangano, a single mother who becomes a successful businesswoman after inventing the Miracle Mop.