Schindler's List
Liam Neeson, Ralph Fiennes, Ben Kingsley
In German-occupied Poland during World War II, industrialist Oskar Schindler gradually becomes concerned for his Jewish workforce after witnessing their persecution by the Nazis.
Why you'll love it
A powerful depiction of the Holocaust, showcasing the tragic loss of life and the impact of one man's efforts to save others.
The Green Mile
Tom Hanks, Michael Clarke Duncan, David Morse
A death row guard learns that a gentle giant in his charge possesses a mysterious gift.
Why you'll love it
A moving story about the lives of death row prison guards and the supernatural events surrounding an inmate.
Requiem for a Dream
Ellen Burstyn, Jared Leto, Jennifer Connelly
The drug-induced utopias of four Coney Island people are shattered when their addictions run deep.
Why you'll love it
An intense look at addiction and its devastating effects on four individuals, leading to tragic outcomes.
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
A heart-wrenching story of a struggling salesman who faces homelessness while trying to provide for his son.
Atonement
Keira Knightley, James McAvoy, Brenda Blethyn
Thirteen-year-old fledgling writer Briony Tallis irrevocably changes the course of several lives when she accuses her older sister's lover of a crime he did not commit.
Why you'll love it
A tale of love and regret, exploring the consequences of a lie that changes the lives of two lovers forever.