This version of “The Nutcracker” gives the classic ballet a tragic spin, with Masha (instead of Clara) now the unloved, unappreciated daughter of the Town Council President. At a Christmas party, Masha is given a seemingly alive Nutcracker by her Uncle Drosselmeyer, and Masha instantly is enchanted with it. The toys come to life atContinue reading “The Nutcracker – 2008”
Category Archives: 2008
Am Pier von Apolonovka – 2008
Director : Andrej Schwartz Cast : Genre : Documentary Release Date : 2008-10-29
Gurren Lagann The Movie: Childhood’s End – 2008
Simon and Kamina live in an underground city monitored by the village chief. When Simon stumbles upon an artifact and beastmen invade from the surface, Simon and Kamina rebel against them. Director : Hiroyuki Imaishi Cast : Daiki Nakamura|Kana Ueda|Katsuyuki Konishi|Marina Inoue|Michiko Neya|Nobuyuki Hiyama|Shizuka Itou|Takako Honda|Tetsuya Kakihara|Yukari Fukui Genre : Action|Animation|Comedy Release Date : 2008-09-06
My Monster Mom – 2008
Single-mom Esme gives her daughter for adoption to her elder brother who immediately goes to America. Twenty-seven years later, daughter Abby goes back to the Philippines to meet her real mom. But Abby’s excitement is foiled upon knowing that Esme is loud mouthed and worst nightmare. Days spelled hell for Abby, as she discovers thatContinue reading “My Monster Mom – 2008”
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas – 2008
When his family moves from their home in Berlin to a strange new house in Poland, young Bruno befriends Shmuel, a boy who lives on the other side of the fence where everyone seems to be wearing striped pajamas. Unaware of Shmuel’s fate as a Jewish prisoner or the role his own Nazi father playsContinue reading “The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas – 2008”
Donkey Punch – 2008
Three hot girls, four guys, and one mega-swanky yacht collide for a serious night of drugs and sexual deviancy. One debaucherous act goes too far though, turning this teen joy ride into a weekend of bloody bedlam. Director : Olly Blackburn Cast : Jaime Winstone|Jay Taylor|Julian Morris|Nichola Burley|Robert Boulter|Sian Breckin|Tom Burke Genre : Crime|Drama|Horror|Thriller ReleaseContinue reading “Donkey Punch – 2008”
Lying – 2008
A long weekend brings four women together in the countryside. Virtual strangers, the women are forced to navigate the depths of social interaction. On the surface all seems placid. But the atmosphere of calm is a facade. Director : M. Blash Cast : Chloë Sevigny|Halley Wegryn Gross|Jena Malone|Leelee Sobieski|Maya Goldsmith Genre : Drama|Family Release DateContinue reading “Lying – 2008”
Good – 2008
The rise of national socialism in Germany should not be regarded as a conspiracy of madmen. Millions of “good” people found themselves in a society spiralling into terrible chaos. A film about then, which illuminates the terrors of now. Director : Vicente Amorim Cast : Anastasia Hille|Gemma Jones|Jason Isaacs|Jodie Whittaker|Kevin Doyle|Mark Strong|Ruth Gemmell|Steven Elder|Steven Mackintosh|ViggoContinue reading “Good – 2008”
Forever Enthralled – 2008
A biographical account of Mei Lanfang, China’s greatest opera star. Director : Chen Kaige Cast : Bin Li|Chen Hong|Leon Lai|Masanobu Ando|Pan Yue-Ming|Sun Honglei|Wang Xueqi|Yin Zhi|Yu Shaoqun|Zhang Ziyi Genre : Drama|History|Romance Release Date : 2008-12-05
The Knights Templar: From History To Legend – 2008
Director : Cast : Genre : Documentary Release Date : 2008-09-20