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Drama Movies
Bio-pics continue to be a popular genre in film and actors frequently win awards for playing these real-life characters.

Borg vs McEnroe Film Review star
Danish director Janus Metz has crafted a psychologically complex film that transcends tennis. Sverrir Gudnason and Shia LaBeouf play the fire and ice personalities of Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe.

Camille Claudel 1915 Film Review star
Camille Claudel was a brilliant sculptress whose family committed her to an insane asylum for the last 30 years of her life. Actress Juliette Binoche creates an unforgettable portrait of this tormented artist in Bruno Dumont's film "Camille Claudel 1915."

Cowboys and Indians Film Review star
A 2003 film based on true events, "Cowboys and Indians" tells the story of J.J. Harper and his death at the hands of a police officer. A tense drama directed by Norma Bailey that retains its relevance.

Downhill Racer Film Review star
In the late 1960s, America was in turmoil and the films produced then have the ability to speak to us in our current tumultuous times. Robert Redford's film explores the concept of "winning" and what it takes to succeed.

Elvis and Nixon Film Review star
The unlikely meeting between President Richard Nixon and pop superstar Elvis Presley is creatively re-imagined in this film from director Liza Johnson.

Eureka Film Review star
Gene Hackman stars in an unusual tale of material wealth and its destructive force. "Eureka", originally released in 1983, has achieved cult status and contains flashes of brilliance orchestrated by British director Nicolas Roeg.

Experimenter (2015) Film Review star
This provocative film explores the life and work of Stanley Milgram. Peter Sarsgaard stars as the social psychologist who conducted groundbreaking experiments testing obedience to authority.

Hannah Arendt Film Review star
When the Israelis captured Nazi fugitive Adolph Eichmann in 1960 and charged him with war crimes, philosopher and writer Hannah Arendt felt compelled to witness his trial. This pivotal moment in the life of one of the 20th century's most influential thinkers is re-created in "Hannah Arendt".

Michael Kohlhaas Film Review star
Mads Mikkelsen stars as "Michael Kohlhaas", a 16th century horse trader who rebels against the authority of the church and state. Set in the majestic Cevenne Mountain region of France, "Michael Kohlhaas" is a cinematic feast for the eyes.

Mustang Film Review star
An Academy Award Nominee in 2016 for Best Foreign Language Film, "Mustang" is the feature debut of writer/director Deniz Gamze Erguven. Five orphaned sisters in a Turkish village rebel against the restrictions placed on their lives.

The Fencer Film Review star
Based on the true story of Estonian athlete Endel Nelis, "The Fencer" is a timeless tale that demonstrates the meaning of personal sacrifice and quiet heroism.

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