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Macbeth

2010
When a trio of witches prophesize Macbeth's ascension to the throne, Lady Macbeth pushes her husband into a murderous spree that ensures his ultimate downfall.

The outsiders

1999
A story about teenage hopes, fears, bravery and violent rebellion and living on the right side of the tracks.

Harry Potter and the sorcerer's stone

2002
Rescued from the outrageous neglect of his aunt and uncle, a young boy with a great destiny proves his worth while attending Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch stole Christmas!

2008
Presents the tale of the Grinch who tries to steal Christmas from the Whos as they snooze.

When Blanche met Brando

the scandalous story of "A streetcar named Desire"
2005
Presents a behind-the-scenes look at the stage and film productions of Tennessee Williams' "A Streetcar Named Desire," featuring profiles of directors, actors and actresses, and even backstage personnel, discussing the play's reception by the scandalized public, and including tidbits of gossip and trivia.

Shakespeare in the movies

from the silent era to Shakespear in love
1999

EL Burlador de Sevilla

2004
AFeatures the play, "El Burlador de Sevilla" in which Don Juan seduces noble woman Isabela and fisherwoman Tibea, and both women seek revenge. The play is performed in Spanish.

Ran

2003
An aging ruler attempts to divide his kingdom peacefully among his three sons, but is driven to madness when they turn against him.

The silence of the lambs

2004
A young female FBI agent is sent to interview notorious killer, Dr. Hannibal Lecter, in hope of obtaining information that will help the Bureau catch another killer.

Same river twice

honoring the difficult
1996
Reflections by the author on the period of time in her life when she went from being a reclusive writer to a public figure due to the filming of her book, The Color Purple.

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