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Sweet Revenge
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Sweet Revenge

1990
When thriving lawyer Linda (Carrie Fisher) divorces her husband, John (John Sessions), he sues her for alimony. The judge rules that the agreement written on a balloon years ago stating she would always support him if he put her through law school is valid -- unless he remarries. Determined to get out of the payments, Linda hires an actress (Rosanna Arquette) to seduce John, instructing her on tactics to draw him into marriage.

Directed by:

  • Charlotte Brandstrom
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    The Wedding Party
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    The Wedding Party

    1997
    Guy (Richard Roxburgh) is on the verge of marrying Lizzie (Cate Blanchett), who is stunning, rich and completely devoted to him. They're on their way to having the perfect life -- the only problem is that Guy can't stop thinking about Jenny (Frances O'Connor), his first love from many years ago. In his mind, Lizzie's sophistication suddenly seems so much less appealing than Jenny's warm, carefree spirit.

    Directed by:

  • Cherie Nowlan
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    Stray Cats
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    Stray Cats

    2005
    Best friends and hopeless romantics Boyet (Ricky Davao) and Martha (Irma Adlawan) cope with difficult relationships in this comic drama from the Philippines that highlights the special bond between gay men and straight women. As Boyet tries to tame his confusing boyfriend, Dom (Lauren Novero), who sometimes says he's straight, Martha deals with the frustrations of her long-standing relationship with Steve (Reggie Curley).

    Directed by:

  • Ellen Ongkeko-Marfil
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    A Woman's a Helluva Thing
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    A Woman's a Helluva Thing

    2001
    When his estranged mother dies, womanizing magazine publisher Houston Blackett (Angus MacFayden) makes a surprise appearance at her funeral. There, he runs into his ex, Zane Douglas (Penelope Ann Miller), and discovers that his mother and Zane were lovers. Now, Zane is set to inherit everything Houston thinks is rightfully his. But with the help of his back-stabbing stepmother (Ann-Margret), he's determined to fight for his right to the money.

    Directed by:

  • Karen Leigh Hopkins
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    The Man Who Walked Alone
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    The Man Who Walked Alone

    1945
    Discharged from the military for medical reasons, World War II hero Marion Scott (Dave O'Brien) is hitchhiking his way home when he's picked up by rich society girl Wilhelmina Hammond (Kay Aldridge), who's fleeing her fiance; in a stolen car. And though sparks immediately fly between the two, the secrets they're hiding from each other might just quash their chance at romance. This madcap comedy earned an Oscar nomination for Best Score.

    Directed by:

  • Christy Cabanne
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    Some Prefer Cake
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    Some Prefer Cake

    1998
    This brisk comedy follows two friends -- lesbian Kira (Kathleen Fontaine) and straight Sydney (Tara Howley) -- who cope differently with their unrealized personal and professional dreams. Suffering from stage fright that prevents her career from thriving, aspiring comic Kira engages in empty sexual encounters to drown her sorrows. Meanwhile, Sydney, a would-be restaurant critic with a decided lack of interest in sex, turns to food for comfort.

    Directed by:

  • Heidi Arnesen
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    The World According to Shorts
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    The World According to Shorts

    2008
    Hailing from opposite ends of the globe, six filmmakers contribute to this eclectic collection of short films, masterfully compiled by producer Jonathan Howell to create a stunning mosaic of the world via cinema. Shorts include Adam Guzinski's "Antichrist," Daniel Askill's "We Have Decided Not to Die," Hans Petter Moland's "United We Stand," Jane Malaquias's "The Old Woman's Step," Hugo Maza's "La Perra" and Andreas Hykade's animated "Ring of Fire."

    Directed by:

  • Hugo Maza
  • Daniel Askill
  • Adam Guzinski
  • Jane Malaquias
  • Andreas Hykade
  • Hans Petter Moland
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    El Superstar: The Unlikely Rise of Juan Frances
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    El Superstar: The Unlikely Rise of Juan Frances

    2008
    Orphaned as an infant, Juan Frances (Spencer John French) is a talented ranchera singer, but he faces a hurdle in his attempt to succeed as a Latin music performer: He's a chubby, red-headed 33-year-old who grew up in a Hispanic home but looks like an Ohio farm boy. As Juan struggles to make ends meet by working eight jobs, his girlfriend (Maria Esquivel) and lizard-smooth promoter (David Franco) plot an aggressive image change for Juan.

    Directed by:

  • Amy French
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    Coney Island Baby
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    Coney Island Baby

    2003
    First-time director Amy Hobby presents a breezy romantic comedy set in the small Irish town of Sligo (aka Coney Island), where Billy Hayes (screenwriter Karl Geary), a former small-time crook, has returned after a stint in New York City. But Billy's plans to take his former flame, Bridget (Laura Fraser), back with him to the States to run a gas station don't sit too well with the locals -- especially since Bridget is engaged to be married.

    Directed by:

  • Amy Hobby
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    Slippery Slope
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    Slippery Slope

    2007
    To amp her cash flow and bail her indie masterpiece out of hock at the lab, high-minded feminist director Gillian (Kelly Hutchinson) joins the crew of an independent film of a different sort -- a pornographic skin flick. The plot thickens when the film's director walks off the set and Gillian agrees to take the reins. All the while, her clueless husband (Jim True-Frost) has no idea how she's been spending her days.

    Directed by:

  • Sarah Schenck
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    Rubberface
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    Rubberface

    1981
    Class clown Janet (Adah Glassbourg) keeps her friends in stitches by making fun of herself, particularly her hefty weight. Eventually convinced that she may have what it takes to become a professional comedian, Janet tests out her talent at the local comedy club. Enter struggling comedian Tony Moroni (Jim Carrey), who helps Janet regain her self-esteem while she, in turn, helps Tony improve his poor joke-writing skills.

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  • Glen Salzman
  • Rebecca Yates
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    Sistas 'n' the City
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    Sistas 'n' the City

    2003
    Chicago never saw more sass than it does with Tamika, Mercedes, Jordan and Athena, four African-American women living and loving their way through the Windy City in this anthology of animated shorts. From career-path obstacles to family foul-ups to boyfriends who just don't get it, these lusty ladies face down every challenge with truth and come out on top. Though animated, these vignettes are strictly for adults.

    Directed by:

  • Tina Andrews
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    Ishtar
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    Ishtar

    1987
    When their goldbrick agent books a gig in -- of all places -- the Middle East, foundering American lounge singers Chuck (Dustin Hoffman) and Lyle (Warren Beatty) surprisingly garner success -- and get ensnared in a secret mission with a CIA agent (Charles Grodin) and local rebel leader (Isabelle Adjani). And just when they think they've outfoxed the bad guys, they end up roaming the desert with their survival in question.

    Directed by:

  • Elaine May
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    The Magic Bubble
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    The Magic Bubble

    1992
    On her 40th birthday, Julia Cole (Diane Salinger) is anything but happy. Neglected by her husband (John Calvin), Julia dreams of turning back the hands of time. When a bottle of magic bubbles transforms her into a younger woman, Julia gets the chance to live out her dream. She catches the attention of a young man named Mac (George Clooney), but when he eventually asks her to leave her husband, Julia is faced with the ultimate decision.

    Directed by:

  • Deborah Ringel
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    Equinox Knocks
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    Equinox Knocks

    1999
    It's the witching hour when 17-year-old Allie Black (Katherine James) plots revenge on her philandering boyfriend after catching him in the arms of her archrival, Lynette. Unfortunately, Allie's wishes collide with the autumnal equinox, and she becomes … a &NFi;he&NFi_;! Only Allie's best friend, Courtney (Debra Cassidy), has the power to reverse the process -- if she can remember the right incantation, that is!

    Directed by:

  • Francine Rzeznik
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    Temps
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    Temps

    1999
    Maria Burton directs this independent comic drama about five postcollege pals who struggle to reconcile their dreams and ambitions for the future with the need to bring home a regular paycheck right now. As some use temp jobs to buy time while they pursue their art, others see their positions as the first rung on the corporate ladder. The ensemble cast includes Gabrielle Burton, Robert Pemberton, Katrina Stevens, Tim Bohn and Ursula Burton.

    Directed by:

  • Maria Burton
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    Now and Then
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    Now and Then

    1995
    Waxing nostalgic about the bittersweet passage from childhood to puberty in this tender coming-of-age tale, four childhood girlfriends -- Teeny, Chrissy, Samantha and Roberta -- recall the magical summer of 1970. During their walk down memory lane, they reconcile experiences with boys, secrets, bullies and more. Lesli Linka Glatter directs; Gaby Hoffmann, Ashleigh Aston Moore, Cloris Leachman, Thora Birch and Christina Ricci co-star.

    Directed by:

  • Lesli Linka Glatter
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    Now and Then (1995)
    A heartwarming movie about four childhood girlfriends who, in adulthood reunion, relive their experience of the life-changing summer of 1970, including a mystery death, divorce, standing up to the boys, first kiss, and the meaning of true friendship. Each explores her unique identity amidst family and friends. Beautifully directed by Lesli Linka Glatter.
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