Simone Veil - Les combats d'une effrontée

An expansive Russian drama, this film focuses on the life of revered religious icon painter Andrei Rublev. Drifting from place to place in a tumultuous era, the peace-seeking monk eventually gains a reputation for his art. But after Rublev witnesses a brutal battle and unintentionally becomes involved, he takes a vow of silence and spe...

Runtime

3h 3m

Director

Andrei Tarkovsky

Cast

Anatoliy Solonitsyn, Ivan Lapikov, Mykola Hrynko

The Queen is an intimate behind the scenes glimpse at the interaction between HM Elizabeth II and Prime Minister Tony Blair during their struggle, following the death of Diana, to reach a compromise between what was a private tragedy for the Royal family and the public's demand for an overt display of mourning.

Runtime

1h 43m

Director

Stephen Frears

Cast

Helen Mirren, Michael Sheen, James Cromwell

Michael Collins plays a crucial role in the establishment of the Irish Free State in the 1920s, but becomes vilified by those hoping to create a completely independent Irish republic.

Runtime

2h 12m

Director

Neil Jordan

Cast

Liam Neeson, Aidan Quinn, Stephen Rea

The story of Mexican revolutionary Emiliano Zapata, who led a rebellion against the corrupt, oppressive dictatorship of president Porfirio Díaz in the early 20th century.

Runtime

1h 53m

Director

Elia Kazan

Cast

Marlon Brando, Jean Peters, Anthony Quinn

A tribute to the controversial black activist and leader of the struggle for black liberation. He hit bottom during his imprisonment in the '50s, he became a Black Muslim and then a leader in the Nation of Islam. His assassination in 1965 left a legacy of self-determination and racial pride.

Runtime

3h 22m

Director

Spike Lee

Cast

Denzel Washington, Angela Bassett, Albert Hall