Standing on Fishes

1999

This indie comedy stars Bradford Tatum as Caleb, a talented sculptor who's given an atypical project by renowned filmmaker Richard Verk (Kelsey Grammer) -- to construct a model of a woman's private parts. Turned off by the job's derogatory nature, Caleb must get over his aversion in order to pay bills. Meanwhile, Caleb's friend Jason (Jason Priestly) learns that a girl he's dating is pregnant and plans to have an abortion without consulting him.

2.0 Average Rating

Wait Up Harriet

2006

In the wake of his wife's sudden death, a grieving firefighter nearly gives up on living. But with the arrival of his wife's spiritual mentor and the encouragement of his own 12-year-old son, he begins to believe in love again. His progress is thrown off track, however, when he discovers some previously unknown truths about his wife's past. Filmmaker Angus Benfield also stars in this independent drama he co-directed with Hanna Eichler.

2.0 Average Rating

She Likes Girls

2007

This lesbian-themed compilation collects six sapphic tales ranging from the tender love story to hard-hitting coming-out portrayals. "The Piper" is a modern fairy tale, while "Sarang Song" is a period piece about a Black Power activist trying to hold her relationship together. Also included are "Shugar Shank," a stylish tomboy-meets-girl story; "Cosa Bella" starring Stephanie Szostak (The Devil Wears Prada); "This Boy"; and "The Uninvited."

2.0 Average Rating

My Voice (Nha Fala)

2002

After moving from Africa's picturesque Cape Verde islands to Paris to become a singer, Vita (Fatou N'Diaye) falls in love with a handsome French musician (Jean-Christophe Dolle) and uses her voice to become a national sensation. But in the back of her mind, she can't stop thinking about a dreaded family curse that prophesizes death for any female singers in her bloodline. Flora Gomes directs this music-filled romance.

2.0 Average Rating

Money Means Nothing

1934

Love is blind, or so it's been said. And at first, that's how it appears to be for the affluent Julie (Gloria Shea), who marries the poverty-ridden Kenneth (Wallace Ford), even if it means her rich parents will disown her. But after the bloom is off the rose of first love, Julie begins to wonder whether she's done the right thing, as she discovers Kenneth has no good prospects for the future and they have more differences that she first realized.

2.0 Average Rating

Easy Listening

2002

Wanna-be hipster Burt is a trumpet player who'd rather be playing jazz instead of what he's doing now -- making what he considers watered-down, lifeless music as part of a nameless, faceless orchestra. But his tune changes when happy-go-lucky Linda, a flutist, joins the ensemble and shows him there's more to life than pining for a dream. Stars Tracy Crouch, David Ian and Timothy Crowe.

2.0 Average Rating

An Existential Affair

2004

During the 1990s, a highly sexual affair -- nearly 10 years in duration -- between two strangers, Petra and Johnny, begins behind the closed doors of a hotel room in Los Angeles. But when they decide to venture beyond the confines of the room, their desire wanes and reality intrudes. Can they shift their relationship to a more prosaic level that real life demands? Stars Alex A. Quinn, Martin Landau, Sean Delgado and Gretchen Becker.

2.0 Average Rating

The Young Lovers

1949

Just as her career is about to take off, hoofer Carol Williams (Sally Forrest) learns that she has polio, and though her friends and dance partner (Keefe Brasselle) try to support her, she grows bitter and shuts herself away from them -- at first. With her career over, Carol eventually begins to look for ways to recover and to carry on with life. Director Ida Lupino's absorbing drama also stars Hugh O'Brian, Eve Miller and Lawrence Dobkin.

1.9 Average Rating

Lena's Dreams

1997

Lena (Marlene Forte) is a 32-year-old actress fed up with humiliating auditions, her dismissive agent and trying to balance life and career. She finally decides to give up on her life-long dream, resolving to quit the fickle biz and settle down. But just as she makes her resolution, opportunity finally knocks. Now, Lena has to make the toughest decision of her life in this comic drama co-starring Jeremiah Birkett.

1.9 Average Rating

Naked Jane

1995

Jane (Renee Stahl) is a withdrawn young woman who wants to be a novelist. To support herself in this endeavor, she types term papers for college students. When her model boyfriend leaves town on assignment, Jane begins an affair with an artist named Matthew (Christian Svensson). Will this relationship force Jane to put her life in perspective once and for all, or will it simply lead to more confusion?

1.9 Average Rating

A Real Job

2001

Work to live or live to work? That's the question facing 38-year-old underachiever John (Paul Kolsby). When he meets the love of his life, Denise (Sharon Repass), he decides to leave his dream job as a video store clerk for a "real job" in the corporate world. But John soon finds office life uninspiring, especially when the demanding hours keep him away from his girlfriend.

1.9 Average Rating

City Loop

2000

Set in a Brisbane pizza parlor, City Loop is a night in the life of a group of confused youths whose lives are falling apart. From a virgin who's determined to change her circumstances to a girl whose crush might actually be gay to a paranoid co-worker, this gritty romantic comedy presents a series of humorous yet sincere situations that capture just how difficult it is to make the transition into adulthood.

1.9 Average Rating

Goldirocks

2003

Instead of pursuing her own rock 'n' roll dreams, Goldi (Sasha Ormond) chases after rock musicians to sleep with. While cozying up to members of the band Neglected, Goldi seizes her opportunity to perform on stage and discovers her true calling as a singer. But as Goldi becomes increasingly popular and gains confidence, her new lover, Miles (Greg LeGros), becomes resentful and starts pushing her away.

1.9 Average Rating

Only for You

2007

Young divorcee and aspiring actress Dana (Shea Curry) strikes up a friendship with Jack (Mike Buie), her thespian classmate who's stuck in a loveless relationship and paying the bills as a newspaper journalist. Told in early 1990s flashbacks, this romantic drama chronicles Dana and Jack's lives as they balance their mounting flirtation with their careers and goals. Kate Albrecht and Ellis E. Williams co-star as the couple's confidantes.

1.8 Average Rating

Dogstar

2001

Tragic yet humorous, Dogstar tells the story of two young misfits who develop a special bond. Jon Jacobs plays the titular protagonist, a recluse who still lives at home and spends all day drawing pictures. When Dogstar draws the attention of the beautiful but troubled Gabrielle (J.C. Brandy), Dogstar's brother, Astro, is bitter about the fact that Gabrielle rebuked him -- and his jealousy soon poisons the lovers' affections.

1.7 Average Rating

Antisex

2008

It's love at first sight when Ivan meets gorgeous Nonna, but there's a catch: When their relationship gets physical, Nonna reveals she's asexual. Ivan's buddies say to dump her, while Nonna's friends urge her to abstain, but neither wants to give up.

1.7 Average Rating