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The Deep (2012)Djúpið
When a fishing boat capsizes during a torrential storm, Gulli (Ólafur Darri Ólafsson) and his crew are plunged into the freezing sea miles from land. Despite the rest of the men dying within minutes of hitting the ice-cold water, Gulli swims for his life and miraculously beats all odds in the extreme conditions. Tested to the limits as he attempts the epic journey home across treacherous volcanic terrain, he will eventually discover that his survival comes at a price. - Director:
- Baltasar Kormákur
- Cast:
- Ólafur Darri Ólafsson, Stefán Hallur Stefánsson, Joi Johannsson
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Actor Damon Gameau (Underbelly) embarks on unique experiment to document the effects of a high sugar diet on a healthy body, consuming only foods that are commonly perceived as 'healthy' but which are in fact laden with hidden sugars. Through this entertaining and informative journey, Damon reveals where sugar lurks on supermarket shelves, finds out what it does to the human body, and asks why these health effects are being hidden from consumers. 'That Sugar Film' will forever change the way you think about 'healthy' food. - Director:
- Damon Gameau
- Cast:
- Damon Gameau, Richard Davies, Skylar Delphinus
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Meet the most unforgettable characters and embark on a thrilling adventure with Mowgli, as he journeys deep into the jungle and learns “The Bare Necessities” of life from happy-go-lucky Baloo the bear. Meet Bagheera, the wise old panther and crazy King Louie the orangutan. But watch out for cunning Shere Khan the tiger and Kaa, the ssssneakiest snake in the jungle. Bursting with wild fun, toe-tapping music and beloved characters, this timeless masterpiece celebrates the true meaning of friendship. - Director:
- Wolfgang Reitherman
- Cast:
- Phil Harris, Sebastian Cabot, Louis Prima
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From the makers of 'Utopia' and 'Broadchurch', 'Humans' is an enthralling action packed thriller set in a parallel present where the latest must-have gadget for a busy family is a synth - a life-like humanoid. Worried he is losing his wife Laura (Katherine Parkinson), Joe (Tom Goodman Hill) believes the addition of a highly developed robotic servant to the household will give them back the time they so desperately need to re-connect as a couple and as a family. Their synth Anita (Gemma Chan) is an immediate hit with Joe and the kids, but Laura seems less susceptible to Anita's efficiently chilly charms. There's just something about her. Every now and again she does something... almost human. Others, though, long since abandoned any scepticism, and embraced their synths as part of the family. Retired synth engineer George (William Hurt) reminisces about the past with his rickety synth Odi (Will Tudor). To George he is more like a son than a piece of machinery, but their relationship is threatened when Odi malfunctions. Will George be forced to destroy the one thing he loves? Meanwhile, Leo (Colin Morgan) is a human on the run with his synth, Max and the two unlikely companions are desperately searching for someone. But who, and why? And why does this synth seem to be so unlike the others? - Director:
- Samuel Donovan
- Cast:
- Gemma Chan, Tom Goodman-Hill, Pixie Davies
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LAPD police officers Brian Taylor and Mike Zavala are bonded by friendship and a crusade to clean up the violent streets of South Central, Los Angeles. Their mission is to serve and protect, their objective is to survive until the end of watch, that last moment in an officer's patrol when he's finally off duty. But when a routine traffic enquiry results in them seizing a large cache of weapons, Brian and Mike are marked for death by a notorious drugs cartel. Thrown into a world of mayhem and carnage, both officers are forced to risk their lives in the name of the law. - Director:
- David Ayer
- Cast:
- Jake Gyllenhaal, Michael Peña, Anna Kendrick
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In the year 2154, two classes of people exist: the very wealthy, who live on a pristine man-made space station called Elysium, and the rest, who live on an overpopulated, ruined Earth. Secretary Delacourt (Jodie Foster) will stop at nothing to preserve the luxurious lifestyle of the citizens of Elysium - but that doesn't stop the people of Earth from trying to get in by any means they can. Max (Matt Damon) agrees to take on a life-threatening mission, one that could bring equality to these polarised worlds. - Director:
- Neill Blomkamp
- Cast:
- Matt Damon, Jodie Foster, Sharlto Copley
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Set in the near future, Frank, a retired cat burglar, has two grown children who are concerned he can no longer live alone. Against the old man's wishes his son buys Frank a walking, talking humanoid robot programmed to improve his physical and mental health. Slowly, and with a fair bit of reluctance, Frank begins to accept his new digital companion, seeing an opportunity to use Robot's unique skills to try their luck as a heist team. - Director:
- Jake Schreier
- Cast:
- Peter Sarsgaard, Frank Langella, Susan Sarandon
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Six years after the violent death of her husband, Amelia (Essie Davis) and her 6 year-old son, Samuel (Noah Wiseman) are still suffering from their loss. When a disturbing storybook called 'The Babadook' lurns up at their house, Samuel is convinced that the creature in the book is coming to kill them both. As he becomes more unpredictable and violent, Amelia is genuinely frightened by her son's behaviour. But when Amelia begins to see glimpses of a sinister presence all around her, she fears that The Babadook may be real after all. - Director:
- Jennifer Kent
- Cast:
- Essie Davis, Noah Wiseman, Daniel Henshall
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Amadeus (1984)Amadeus: The Director's Cut
"Amadeus" triumphs as gripping human drama, sumptuous period epic, glorious celebration of the music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. It's 1781 and Antonio Salieri (F. Murray Abraham) is the competent court composer to Emperor Joseph II. When Mozart (Tom Hulce) arrives at court, Salieri is horrified to discover that the godlike musical gifts he desires for himself have been bestowed on a bawdy, impish jokester. Mad with envy, he plots to destroy Mozart by any means. Perhaps, even murder. - Director:
- Milos Forman
- Cast:
- F. Murray Abraham, Tom Hulce, Elizabeth Berridge
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An outstanding accomplishment in every way, this lavishly produced and critically acclaimed screen adaptation of the international stage sensation tells the life-affirming story of Tevye (Topol), a poor milkman whose love, pride and faith help him face the oppression of turn-of-the-century Tsarist Russia. Nominated eight Academy Awards (1971), including Best Picture and Best Director and featuring such classic songs as "If I Were a Rich Man", "Matchmaker" and "Sunrise, Sunset", 'Fiddler on the Roof' is a universal story of hope, love and acceptance - a musical masterpiece. - Director:
- Norman Jewison
- Cast:
- Topol, Norma Crane, Leonard Frey
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Les Miserables in Concert: The 25th Anniversary (2010)Les Misérables in Concert: The 25th Anniversary
"Les Miserables" is undisputedly one of the world's most popular musicals. In celebration of 25 amazing years of this incredible show, 'Les Miserables' marked the momentous occasion with two magnificent sell-out performances at The 02, and live relays to cinemas around the world where audiences also stood, clapped, cried and cheered. The live recording of this extraordinary event is an awe-inspiring spectacle, with a phenomenal international star cast and a company of over 500 artists and musicians. - Director:
- Nick Morris
- Cast:
- Alfie Boe, Norm Lewis, Matt Lucas
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Oliver! (1968)Lionel Bart's Oliver!
Young Oliver Twist (Mark Lester) is an orphan who escapes the cheerless life of the workhouse and takes to the streets of 19th-Century London. He's immediately taken in by a band of street urchins, headed by the lovable villain Fagin (Ron Moody), his fiendish henchman Bill Sikes (Oliver Reed) and his loyal apprentice The Artful Dodger (Jack Wild). Through his education in the fine points of pick-pocketing, Oliver makes away with an unexpected treasure...a home and a family of his own. - Director:
- Carol Reed
- Cast:
- Mark Lester, Ron Moody, Shani Wallis
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Discover Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's fun filled musical 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat'! Inspired by the record breaking London Palladium production, it stars Donny Osmond, Maria Friedman, Richard Attenborough and Joan Collins. A lively and colourful journey through Ancient Egypt, 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat' follows the rags to riches story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colours. Spectacular visuals and an enchanting score packed with hit songs including 'Close Every Door to Me', 'Go Go Go Joseph' and 'Any Dream Will Do' make this a dream of a show for all the family. - Director:
- Andrew Lloyd Webber
- Cast:
- Donny Osmond, Maria Friedman, Richard Attenborough
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The Greatest Love Story Ever Told...in the most acclaimed musical of all time...! Experience every sensational song, dazzling dance number and magical movie moment of 'West Side Story' as never before, in sparkling high definition with pure digital sound. A triumph on every level, this electrifying musical sets the ageless tragedy of 'Romeo and Juliet' against a backdrop of gang warfare in 1950s New York. Featuring an unforgettable score, exuberant choreography and powerful performances by Natalie Wood, Richard Beymer, Russ Tamblyn, Rita Moreno and George Chakiris, West Side Story will forever resonate as a true cinematic masterpiece. - Director:
- Jerome Robbins
- Cast:
- Natalie Wood, George Chakiris, Richard Beymer
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One of the best-loved movies of all time. 'The Wizard of Oz' (1939) stars Judy Garland as Dorothy, a young Kansas farm girl who is whisked away by a twister to the land of Oz. Accompanied by a brainless Scarecrow (Ray Bolger), a heartless Tin Man (Jack Haley) and a cowardly Lion. Dorothy and her little dog, Toto, follow the Yellow Brick Road seeking the Wizard of Oz. In order that he may grant her wish to return home. - Director:
- Victor Fleming
- Cast:
- Judy Garland, Billy Bletcher, Frank Morgan
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