Biography

Casino Jack
6.2

Casino Jack

Based on a true story, a hot shot Washington DC lobbyist and his protégé go down hard as their schemes to peddle influence lead to corruption and ...
The Last Station
7.0

The Last Station

A historical drama that illustrates Russian author Leo Tolstoy’s struggle to balance fame and wealth with his commitment to a life devoid ...
Julie & Julia
7.0

Julie & Julia

Julia Child and Julie Powell – both of whom wrote memoirs – find their lives intertwined. Though separated by time and space, both women are at ...
Glory Road
7.2

Glory Road

2006

Glory Road

In 1966, Texas Western coach Don Haskins led the first all-black starting line-up for a college basketball team to the NCAA national championship.
The Butler
7.2

The Butler

2013

The Butler

A look at the life of Cecil Gaines who served eight presidents as the White House’s head butler from 1952 to 1986, and had a unique ...
Becket
8.0

Becket

1964

Becket

King Henry II of England has trouble with the Church. When the Archbishop of Canterbury dies, he has a brilliant idea. Rather than appoint ...
Get on Up
6.9

Get on Up

2014

Get on Up

A chronicle of James Brown’s rise from extreme poverty to become one of the most influential musicians in history.
Becoming Jane
7.1

Becoming Jane

A biographical portrait of a pre-fame Jane Austen and her romance with a young Irishman.
Marina
7.2

Marina

2013

Marina

The true story of Rocco Granata, an Italian coal miner’s son who followed his passion for music against his father’s wishes and ...