Netflix Worst Dvd 100
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Give and Take and Take (2003) : 1.4 stars
After dropping out of med school, East End Londoner Will Kane (Tom Bird) drifts through various criminal activities with his pal Ricky (John Enthoven) in this hip crime drama. But when the two agree to serve as drug mules, their lives will never be the same. After their connection dies with dozens of heroin-filled condoms inside him, Will and Ricky cut him open to retrieve the drugs, setting off a dangerous series of events in the process.
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Peter Mettler: The Top of His Head (1989) : 1.4 stars
Satellite dish salesman Gus (Stephen Ouimette) experiences some life-altering changes when he meets performance artist Lucy (Christie MacFadyen) in this visually poetic fantasy. After Lucy vanishes, leaving a puzzling note, Gus goes on a quest for the mysterious woman. Moving from his meticulous life in a technologically advanced world into the spontaneity of nature, Gus learns some important lessons and begins to trust his own instincts.
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Crispy Crackers & Beans (2007) : 1.4 stars
Shot entirely in black-and-white, this satirical tale in the style of the classic film noir of the 1940s and '50s revolves around a suspended undercover cop, Paul "Crackers" Fahey (Robert Fontaine Jr.), who's searching for his missing ex-girlfriend. Enlisting the aid of two friends (also cops), Crackers soon finds himself caught up in an underground world of deception in this film, which Fontaine also directed.
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Ballpark: TV Series (2004) : 1.4 stars
What happens when a "brat pack" of baseball players makes a pact to meet 15 years after their glory days … in Little League? That's the fun-filled premise of this television series created and written by Stephanie White. Starring Drew Bratton, Emi Clark, Renee Domenz and Ryan Hall, "Ballpark" also includes such special features as a music video by the Lori Wyatt Band and a behind-the-scenes look at making the series.
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Actium Maximus: War of the Alien Dinosaurs (2005) : 1.4 stars
When a maniacal dictator dreams up the Actium Maximus Karnivale -- a gruesome circus competition in which alien dinosaurs fight to the death -- a space hunter is dispatched to find creatures to exploit. But instead of extraterrestrials, he and his crew find a crashed spaceship that could be the remains of a dead god, and in the wreck, they stumble upon an ancient riddle that could change life as they know it. Also includes Star Worms II.
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The Beauty of Paris (2006) : 1.4 stars
Take a romantic and glamorous armchair journey to the City of Lights with this inspiring travel program. Hosts Rose Marie Marcel and Arthur Abraham lead an extensive tour in the renowned French capital, exploring fashion, gastronomic delights, fine wine, etiquette and much more. The pair visits famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre and the Champs Elysees, then reveals more intimate spots known only to the locals.
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Sadomaster (2005) : 1.4 stars
A wave of extreme gang violence in Argentina is the fuel that Sen. Beccar Varela (Francisco Pérez Laguna) needs to pass a series of zero-tolerance policies. What the public doesn't realize is that Varela -- in a corrupt plot to centralize power -- is the secret leader of the neo-Nazi gang that's behind the attacks. But the tables are turned when one of their victims dons a black mask to seek revenge on his sadistic attackers.
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Maniac Nurses Find Ecstasy (1990) : 1.5 stars
Ilsa (Hajni Brown) and her daughter Sabrina (Susanna Makay) are lesbian nurses with sadomasochistic tendencies in this Hungarian erotic thriller. Along with their friend Greta (Csilla Farago), the women lure unsuspecting men to their remote hospital and subject them to various surgical tortures. Soon, however, Sabrina falls victim to a feminist slave ring -- and learns she's expected to play a pivotal role in their plan for world domination.
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Johnny Famous (2000) : 1.5 stars
Johnny Miller (Jon Jacobs) is a mentally challenged man in his thirties who lives with his mother in California. As part of his predictable routine, Johnny heads to Venice Beach every morning and daydreams about being a part of the colorful crowd that surrounds him. When his mother's terminal illness puts Johnny in the care of a young woman named Amy Jo (Dawn Kapatos), Johnny begins to hope that he might turn his dream world into reality. …
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Edge of Power (1987) : 1.5 stars
The worlds of journalism and politics collide in this story about an experienced journalist who desperately needs to scoop a big story in order to revamp his career. Deciding he'll take matters into his own hands, he frames a politician and arranges to be there when the story is leaked to the public. What he doesn't realize is that his own devious behavior is about to get him caught in the middle of a dangerous web of lies and murder.
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Most Offensive Comedy Ever Made (2006) : 1.5 stars
Bill Zebub, the button-pushing cult auteur behind Jesus Christ: Serial Rapist, reedits his film Stereotypes Don't Just Disappear into Thin Air into this subversive comedy, which features characters such as Fascist Cop, Polack Brother #1 and Freddie Dingo (played in blackface by the writer-director himself). Designed for maximum offensiveness, the film takes dead aim at race, religion and plenty of other prickly subject matter.
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Cope (2006) : 1.5 stars
When the Allen clan discovers that the other inhabitants of their small Alaskan town have disappeared, the family attempts to solve the mystery -- and to cope with their fears. The question is, what happened to the rest of the residents … and will the Allens be the next denizens to vanish? Robert Allen Wagner, Rachel Pinto, Dave Weinand and Krystal Sullivan star in this taut indie horror flick from director Ronald Jerry.
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Does God Exist? (2007) : 1.5 stars
French detective Victor (Antoine Duchet) travels to the United Kingdom to help a British cop (Keith Eyles) track a serial killer who calls himself God. Victor becomes consumed by the belief that the murderer has otherworldly powers, and his obsession with finding the elusive God threatens the case and leads him to a terrifying showdown. John Rackham co-stars in this thought-provoking thriller written and directed by Duchet.
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Young, Beautiful and Screwed Up (2004) : 1.5 stars
The humdrum life of Maurice (Matthias Van Khache), a farm boy in the south of France, is shattered when a beautiful Parisian girl strays into his sleepy town. Immediately smitten with her, Maurice follows her to Paris where he encounters a world he never dreamed of. Will Maurice's naïveté win the girl over, or will the sophisticated city be his undoing? This trendy teen comedy also stars Richard Bohringer, Ticky Holgado and Elise Perrier.
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Coma Girl: The State of Grace (2005) : 1.5 stars
An emotionally empty data-cruncher (Dina Jacobsen) finds her carefully nursed apathy challenged when she's forced into the unknown world of stand-up comedy and apartment hunting in this offbeat offering. Darren Gooding, Lisa Renée and Amanda Orton join writer-director Jacobsen in the cast of this comedy about self-enlightenment and transition.
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Wannabes (2007) : 1.5 stars
The Rap Click Gang has a name but nothing else, not even talent or songs. When the group's leader, Money (Peter Ramirez), hears of a radio station contest with a recording contract as a prize, he swipes a rival group's song and submits it as his own. Now, that group's front man (Noel Gugliemi) is out for a little payback. Ismael Vidrio and Queenie co-star in this comedy about the quest for fame.
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Goof Juice: My Sky (2007) : 1.5 stars
Clay animation characters Goof and Juice join host Sharen Pearson to guide you and your toddler through a tour of the heavens, showing you how to turn household objects into pieces of the solar system. From making a sticky harvest moon out of ingredients in your kitchen to tumbling over moon-rock pillows, you and baby will use all your senses to participate in these sky-themed activities designed to make learning fun.
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Beer Drinkers in Space (1983) : 1.5 stars
Spreading joy throughout the galaxy, hapless Capt. Slosh and his quirky crew transport beer across the universe in their spaceship. But it's hardly smooth sailing as they deal with evil aliens, stowaways and more.
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Collapse (2006) : 1.5 stars
When John, a young writer, inherits a fortune from his father's estate, he and his wife, Elisa, move into their dream house. The home's idyllic location seems like paradise for the young couple … but their life's about to become a horrific nightmare. Before long, John and Elisa are desperately trying to escape a living hell in this suspense thriller that stars Jackie Di Crystal, Robert O'Connor and Jason Perez.
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Suroh: Alien Hitchhiker (1996) : 1.5 stars
A man who doubts the existence of extraterrestrials has an out-of-this world experience when he encounters an alien being. Paul finds his skeptical views and his life forever altered when he and Suroh, who has crash-landed on Earth, forge a spiritual and emotional bond. To escape the government agents hunting them, Paul must return Suroh to the portal that will transport the alien to his own planet. Extras include the short film "Desert Spirits."
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Fashion Den (2007) : 1.5 stars
Host Melissa Cross guides viewers through the exciting hallways and booths of the highly exclusive Magic Fashion Convention in Las Vegas, which brings together top designers, buyers and executives from the apparel industry. While meeting designers and touring the event, viewers will have the chance to check out the hottest styles, learn valuable trade secrets and gain practical fashion tips.
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Chip Factor (2007) : 1.5 stars
Five participants in a 72-hour research study agree to be implanted with microchips that boost tenfold their intellectual and physical capabilities. But once the side effects strike, it's a battle against time for these unwitting guinea pigs. The "Power Chip" and the "Smart Chip" are formidable nemeses in this sci-fi thriller, which stars Public Enemy rapper Professor Griff.
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The Deadly Art of Survival (1979) : 1.5 stars
Real-life kung fu master Nathan Ingram stars in this gritty, low-budget martial arts epic as a local karate school owner who clashes with a gang of drug traffickers posing as the owners of a rival dojo. Director Charlie Ahearn (who helmed the landmark hip-hop film Wild Style) used the housing projects next to his New York Lower East Side apartment as his central location in this 1979 classic, shot on a vintage Super 8 camera.
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Forbidden Foot (2006) : 1.5 stars
In this romantic comedy, bachelor Dave (Everett Phillips Jr.) leads a wretched life devoid of meaning, suffering deep loneliness as he attempts to connect with women. Unfortunately, his insistence on finding a woman with perfect feet makes his quest even more daunting. Dave's clumsy, inappropriate social skills tend to frighten prospective dates right off the bat, but he persists, determined to find Ms. Right. Elena Roth and Arina Gray co-star.
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The Common Denominators (2007) : 1.5 stars
Filmmaker and jazzman Jayson Walker sets out to make a movie about the causes of violence in the workplace. His main interview subjects are three co-workers who describe how their professional disappointments led to startling acts of vengeance. This twisting action thriller from director Michael K. Harris stars Baba Oje, the "oldest man in hip-hop," who climbed to fame as part of the Grammy-winning group Arrested Development.
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American Punks (1997) : 1.5 stars
Convinced that an arrogant yuppie killed his best friend, angry Gen-Xer Bobby Tilton (Mike Passion) sets out to get revenge in this violent crime thriller conceived in the tradition of American History X and A Clockwork Orange. On a vengeance-fueled crime spree, Bobby and his drugged-out friends search for the Mercedes-driving businessman they hold responsible for their pal's death. Lonnie Jackson, Suzanne LaBatt and Oliver Giancola co-star.
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Footsteps (2006) : 1.5 stars
After everyone he loves is taken from him (including his parents), 20-something Andrew (Nicholas Bool) embarks on a nihilistic journey that leads him into the disturbing world of snuff films in this dark drama from director Gareth Evans. Andrew's life spirals completely out of control when he meets a sadistic filmmaker known as the Cameraman (Jared Morgan), who shoots real-life beatings, rapes and murders in a deserted underpass.
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Disintegration (2007) : 1.5 stars
Charles Wilcox III (Justin Ridgeway), a religious studies graduate student with a secret connection to the Nephilim -- the fabled descendants of angels -- begins to sink into madness when a mysterious foundation offers him a grant to study the legendary creatures. Wilcox finds himself increasingly isolated from his friends and family as he delves deeper into his research, until he receives a supernatural warning from his dead father.
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Love Thy Neighbor (2007) : 1.5 stars
When his girlfriend breaks off their relationship, a distraught lover is driven to the edge of madness, taking out his frustrations by murdering innocent women who live in his small Atlanta apartment complex. As the bodies pile up, the authorities intensify their search for the unknown killer. But as he lies in wait, he's about to discover that not all his victims are helpless. Antonio "Kid" Curry directs this independent thriller.
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Dollgatory (2007) : 1.5 stars
After a botched attempt to kill his wife (Nadia Qaqish) and collect the insurance money, dollar-store owner George (Conor Mclean) accidentally kills himself -- only to wake up in his own dollar-store purgatory known as "Dollgatory," where the toughest customer is God (Paolo Giacco). The Almighty offers George an ultimatum: Restore the faith of your nutty customers or spend all eternity in Dollgatory.
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Return to Funky Valley (2004) : 1.5 stars
In continuing adventures of the popular animated series "Funky Valley," this boisterous romp tells even more tales of the wacky barnyard filled with misfit animals whose oddness is cause for celebration. The delightful collection of simple, amusing fables is perfect for preschool kids and anyone who loves a good story, bright animation and cheerful characters.
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Ki-Kids: Cocineros / Chef (2007) : 1.5 stars
Kio, Kia, Pekas, Kate and the rest of the Ki-Kids guide two utensils to the kitchen of a famed chef, who's set to prepare a regal dinner for a visiting king in this charming installment of the children's series, presented in Spanish and English. The program emphasizes good table manners and how to respect your guests during a dinner. The series is designed to help children aged 3 and up learn English as a second language.
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Galaxy of the Dinosaurs (2003) : 1.5 stars
This tongue-in-cheek feature stars Ariauna Albright and Lilith Stabs as buxom cops who bust cinematic felons: the makers of criminally bad movies. Under indictment in the premiere installment of the series is the 1992 gem Galaxy of the Dinosaurs.
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BLOK TV: Season 1 (2007) : 1.5 stars
Nicknamed "the urban 'Entertainment Tonight,'" BlokTV is a fresh take on the celebrity newsmagazine, bringing a hip and sexy flavor to industry events, including parties, awards shows and red-carpet appearances. Follow the cameras as they hit up Diddy's party in Miami's South Beach, parties for Maxim and Essence magazines, the Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival, Macy Gray's album release party, Toccara Jones's birthday bash and many more.
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End of All Things (2002) : 1.5 stars
After a slew of rejections by Tinseltown distributors, an indie film producer spins out of control while crafting the ultimate action flick – which will culminate with a real nuclear blast -- in this direct-to-video opus from director Jeremy Isbell. Can the increasingly unhinged moviemaker be stopped before it's too late? The cast includes Evan Marriott, Leon Silkwood, William Hill and Tasha Jennings.
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Jason Robinson (2008) : 1.5 stars
Get ready to laugh till it hurts as up-and-coming funnyman Jason Robinson brings his brand of bracing, razor-sharp humor into your living room with this rib-tickling standup performance. Training his comic crosshairs on a wide range of subjects, Robinson shares his thoughts about the challenges of shopping and growing up in the 1980s, Starbucks, country music and -- what else? -- rednecks.
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The Gleam (2006) : 1.5 stars
In director Sridhar Ranganath's atmospheric thriller, Jaime Zevallos stars as Max, a penniless aspiring actor who believes his fortunes have taken a turn for the better when an eccentric scientist offers him refuge. But after discovering that the deranged doctor is conducting reanimation experiments and looking for a human test subject, Max begins to realize that he may be in over his head. The cast also includes Mabel Pantaleon and Al Burgo.
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The Groundhogs: Live at the Astoria (1998) : 1.5 stars
London's famed Astoria Theatre provides the backdrop for this gritty 1998 performance by British blues band the Groundhogs, as founder Tony McPhee and the boys blaze through a set list comprising songs spanning the group's 30-year career.
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The Bowman Trilogy (2004) : 1.5 stars
Host Adam Aronson guides viewers through three seriously spooky tales in this frightful collection. In "The Trainer," a fitness coach divulges his sadistic side to an unsuspecting client; "The Other Side of Pain" has a young man on the verge of suicide when he finds out that his girlfriend isn't as loyal to him as he first thought; and in "The Last Pocket," a pool shark searches for his estranged father and unearths a web of lies.
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Saga of a Crew (2008) : 1.5 stars
In the year 2187, a human expedition scours the galaxy for natural resources to bring back to Earth. When an accident destroys their fleet's energy supply, three brave crewmen must venture out into uncharted territory to secure replacement fuel. After being shot in the early 1980s, this sci-fi film remained uncompleted for 20 years until director Daniel R. Christopher decided to shoot missing scenes with new actors. Douglas Cranford stars.
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Taintlight (2009) : 1.5 stars
When lovely young Stella strikes up a romance with pale, brooding vampire Edgar, the couple must navigate the treacherous waters of human-undead love and fend off the amorous advances of a werewolf named Jack. Meanwhile, another brood of bloodsuckers seeks to impale Edgar and claim Stella for themselves. This horror spoof of teen vampire flicks stars Meredith Host, Kurt Indovina and Jessica Stephens.
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The Fourth Beast (2005) : 1.5 stars
Back from war in Iraq, former Army ranger Daniel Abrams is looking forward to the simplicities of civilian life. But when an old friend, Father Paul Anderson, reveals he's been sent a mysterious computer disk -- along with the devil's secret plans to destroy humankind -- Daniel has no choice but to reenlist, figuratively speaking. Now, he's battling an unseen enemy bent on destroying him before he learns the ungodly truth. Jon Ross stars.
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French Fries and Curry (2004) : 1.5 stars
English director Sarmishtha Parida's first feature film follows three women -- Shari, Teesta and Mimi -- who are approaching the decision to marry in three very different ways. Whether finding -- and keeping -- the elusive "Mr. Right" comes through living together (Shari), a traditional business arrangement with parents (Teesta) or pure coincidence (Mimi), each woman makes a choice to stay true to her own heart.
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Rampart (2005) : 1.5 stars
To supplement his job hawking call girls (Jennifer Easton, Debra Hood, Kerry Liu and Cynthia Sanders), Dre (Richard Givens) adds drug dealing to his résumé. But when his new business venture selling crack cocaine begins damaging his Los Angeles neighborhood, he decides he'd rather stick with pimping. Unfortunately for Dre, his drug supplier (Kevin Deen) has other plans, using his connections with dirty cops to keep him grounded.
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Throg (2004) : 1.5 stars
Believing he's destined for greatness, an unlikely hero named Throg (Dana Lee) embarks on a wild adventure filled with Greek gods, Arthurian knights, certified loonies, nasty harpies, talking pigs, garbage collectors and one twisted forest dweller in this medieval fantasy spoof. Bungling his way through the centuries, the immortal Throg lurches along a path leading to an ultimate showdown with the bloodthirsty Urshag the Destroyer (Dennis Green).
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Miss All-Star L.A. Weekend (2005) : 1.5 stars
Professional basketball fans need look no further in their search for the perfect woman. In this unconventional beauty pageant, a panel of celebrity judges -- including Farrah Franklin, Maxi, Harold Bell, The Nappy Roots and Seannita Palmer of King Magazine -- evaluate the beauty, style and sex appeal of a lovely group of contenders. But here's the rub: Their knowledge of pro basketball counts!
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Fun-to-Know: House Cleaning Tips (2005) : 1.5 stars
Geared toward those who don't have a clue about housecleaning, this fun and easy-to-follow program features two experts who provide instructions and demonstrations of basic cleaning techniques. Follow these domestic dynamos through each room of the house as they teach you everything from cleaning the stove and scrubbing the toilet to making the bed and polishing the furniture, and soon, you'll have the know-how to keep your house spotless.
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The Erotic Mr. Rose (1964) : 1.5 stars
Prudish prosecutor of all erotic expression, Mr. Rose (Hermie Rose) leads a full-time campaign and mission to exterminate sins of the flesh. But when his own desires and fantasies are awakened from within, the sexual teetotaler loses control in a cyclone of lust and temptation. Now, the moral utopia that Mr. Rose had once imagined stands threatened by carnal pleasures in this 1964 erotic comedy directed by Nick Millard.
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When Mama Returns (2006) : 1.5 stars
Twenty years after leaving her husband and newborn baby girl for an exciting life with a new boyfriend, Karen finds herself stricken with a deadly tumor. Nearing the end, she decides to return to make her peace. With her daughter Jody now grown, Karen realizes that this won't be an easy move, but the reception she receives surprises even her. Wesphald Benjamin directs this drama, starring Robert J. Dyckman, Amy Rutledge and Karin Clermont.
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Rock 'n' Roll Space Patrol Action Is Go! (2005) : 1.5 stars
When a mysterious infection strikes a remote planetary outpost, the afflicted take to the streets in a disturbing show of rampant consumerism. To quell the revolt, Super Silver Base Alpha sends in its best agent. But when he disappears, the only person left is a second-rate shooter (Alex Warren) with one heck of an itchy trigger finger. Mike Oettle, Jason Loftin and Idan Flasterstein co-star in this independent sci-fi comedy.
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Electric Zombies (2006) : 1.5 stars
Every cell phone user in America is at risk of turning into a zombie in this high-tech horror story. The nightmare begins when a government plot to thwart the country's enemies using top secret transmission technology goes awry. Now, zombie-inducing signals have wafted their way into every cell phone in the nation, and ordinary citizens who answer the calls are transformed into the living dead. Paul Wendell, Jonas Moses and Nicole Ashmore star.
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Me & Michael (2006) : 1.5 stars
Award-winning actor-director Willard Morgan seeks expert advice from Hollywood players on how to make it to the top in Tinseltown, running into a variety of outrageous characters along the way. Initially an amusing look at achieving success in Hollywood through the eyes of celebrities such as Tom Arnold, the film's humorous "insider" tone takes an interesting turn when Morgan pursues fellow maverick filmmaker Michael Moore.
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Containment (2006) : 1.5 stars
While on duty, a hospital security guard is overpowered by hallucinations and bizarre sounds as he discovers an apparent suicide, a mysterious child and a slew of menacing creatures that haunt the hallways. Trapped inside with no way out, he must track down the elusive child and fight against the shadowy beasts and visceral nightmares that invade his reality in this frightening chiller from director Chris Schwartz.
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Detention Lounge: Vol. 1 (2006) : 1.5 stars
Heavy metal comic Jim Florentine teams up with New York City-based hard-core band Weedkiller in this raucous mix of biting sketch comedy and live musical performances, featuring a number of hard-hitting bands. Conceived by Weedkiller front man Bocko, two skit-filled episodes parody the club scene he's experienced time and again, while metal acts Jesus Knevil, Krust, Purple Pam and Sun Lord deliver live performances in between the laughs.
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For Catherine (2005) : 1.5 stars
Duo (Grant Henry) and Catherine's (Catherine Campbell) two-year relationship ends when she leaves to study at Oxford University. Feeling lost without her, Duo skids into an emotional tailspin that only time, friends and humor can pull him out of. But when Catherine returns, can the newly restored Duo manage to keep it together? First-time filmmaker Ethan Hunter also scripted this romantic comedy co-starring Travis Barkley and Brunilda Rodriguez.
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Cybernator (1992) : 1.6 stars
It's the year 2010, and renegade bands of killer cyborgs are determined to obliterate all vestiges of law and order in what remains of civilization. The only man who can stop the killer robots is cybernetic cop Brent McCord (Lonnie Schuyler). With the help of the beautiful Blue (Christina Peralta), McCord faces an army of robotic assassins and their corrupt leader (William Smith) in this sexy sci-fi thriller.
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Perfect Profile (1989) : 1.6 stars
Brad (Tom Campitelli) is the young president of Compu-Search Systems. He also owns an NBA team and desperately wants to win a championship. When one of his colleagues jokes that he should use his computer to create the perfect basketball team, Brad decides to do just that and begins looking for the perfect player. He soon discovers, however, that perfection in this case comes in the form of a woman (former hoops star Nancy Lieberman).
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Dand-Nayak (1998) : 1.6 stars
Trouble brews for overly enthusiastic police officer Vishal Choudhary (Naseerudin Shah) after he arrests falsely accused Suraj (Manik Bedi). Determined to get back at Choudhary, Suraj and his friend Karan (Indra Kumar) embark on a plan to make people think the lawman is really a gangster. Other plot lines involve a love triangle between Karan, Suraj and the pretty Naina (Ayesha Jhulka) and a gritty underworld run by a Mafia godfather.
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Dose Hermanos: Shadow of the Invisible Man (1999) : 1.6 stars
Using a brand new technology which combines image and sound to the notes of their keyboards, Dose Hermanos, the world's foremost psychedelic keyboard duo, plays you through a myriad of sonic and visual landscapes in Shadow of the Invisible Man. Every note for every song has been designed for sound and picture, making this one of the first products composed entirely for the electronic environment.
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News from the West: Dwight Marcus (1999) : 1.6 stars
This groundbreaking video from writer-director-producer Dwight Marcus and his Los Angeles–based group Chamber of Poets combines music, poetry and a dizzying assortment of experimental film into an innovative performance medium. Marcus calls this moody and evocative style of expression "pulse" -- and the new multimedia art form has also been called Generation X's answer to the 1950s Beat movement.
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Patrouille Suisse (1992) : 1.6 stars
Pilots in the Swiss fighter-jet aerobatics team maneuver their Northrop F-5E Tiger II aircraft into jaw-dropping, precisely coordinated twists, turns and other stunts in this 1991 air show celebrating 700 years of Swiss independence. Additional footage from a 1992 training session provides a behind-the-scenes look at the squad's hard work, along with a dramatic aerial view of the majestic Swiss Alps.
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White House Madness (1975) : 1.6 stars
Steve Friedman stars as disgraced President Richard M. Nixon in writer-director Mark L. Lester's scathing political satire of the infamous Watergate scandal that captured the world's attention in the early 1970s. In the waning moments before his impeachment, Nixon watches his world collapse around him, as friends become enemies, confidants become informants and the trust of the American people devolves into suspicion and disdain.
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Stabat Mater: Boccherini: Jubilaeum (2000) : 1.6 stars
As part of Pope John Paul II's Jubilaeum concert series at the turn of the 21st century, soprano Maria Dragoni and the Quartetto Meridien perform composer Luigi Boccherini's "Stabat Mater" at the Palazzo Della Cancelleria Aula Magna in Rome. Filmed by accomplished cinematographer Carlo di Palma, this musical meditation captures the sorrow of the Virgin Mary during the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
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Duomo Monza Concerto: Jubilaeum (2000) : 1.6 stars
Commissioned by the Vatican, the I Virtuosi Italiani and world-famous soprano Cecilia Gasdia perform classical arrangements by Mozart, Stradella, Franck, Gounod, Mendelssohn and Vivaldi at the Romanesque-Gothic Duomo in Monza, Italy. Hailing from Verona in northern Italy, the talented Gasdia delivers a powerful and beautiful performance that will lift audiences' spirits and touch their hearts.
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Alien Blood (1999) : 1.6 stars
An extraterrestrial mother determined to save her daughter and her unborn child seeks refuge in a house full of vampires in this offbeat blend of sci-fi and horror. Pursued through the English countryside by a band of assassins, pregnant Helene (Francesca Manning) and her daughter Monique (Rebecca Stirling) break into a mysterious house. Confronted by the bloodsucking residents, Helene goes on a gruesome killing spree to protect her offspring.
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Antigone: Rites of Passion (1990) : 1.6 stars
In this reimagination of Sophocles's ancient classic, Antigone (Amy Greenfield) risks her own execution by burying her brother Polyneices (Henry Montes), who has been killed in war. This goes against the wishes of King Creon (Bertram Ross), who branded Polyneices a traitor. Greenfield's directorial debut is a beguiling, avant-garde mixture of music and movement. The production also stars Sean McElroy as Haemon and Janet Eilber as Ismene.
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Bang (2000) : 1.6 stars
Bang is the chilling story of four police officers who are captured and tormented in an abandoned garage by three masked gang members who have vowed to execute one of the cops every hour. As they contemplate their dreaded fate, the cops recall their most recent incidents, which may have landed them the target of these gangsters.
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Raja aur Rangeeli (1996) : 1.6 stars
K.S. Prakash directs Mamta Kulkarni in this story about Raja Babu, an honest truck driver who spends his time helping the people of his village. After he's framed for murder by notorious mobster Don Chakravarty and his brother, Raja must escape prison by posing as a policeman. Once he's free, his only goal is to track down the Don and his gang and get revenge.
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Mitti (2000) : 1.6 stars
Deva (Firdaus Ahmed) leaves his little village in Bihar, India, to come to the big city of Calcutta where his grandfather (Kulbhushan Kharbanda) is receiving cancer treatment. But when Deva has a run-in with a local Mafia boss, he finds himself the target of the entire mob. Now, he must take a stand against the most dangerous man in Calcutta in this action-packed adventure from Iqbal Durrani featuring music by Sajid-Wajid.
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Da Mission (2001) : 1.6 stars
A Hip-Hop comedy about two inspiring musicians trying to record and pitch their song to record producers. Anyone who knows the music business knows how hard this process can be. Along the way, their pranks get them into some hilarious situations and chases.
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Rocket Dreams (2002) : 1.6 stars
Welcome to roller hockey. This docudrama celebrates the diverse lives, dreams and commitment of the Nike Rockets, a Southern California youth roller hockey team. Rocket Dreams chronicles the team's four-month quest for the NARCh Winternationals, one of roller hockey's most prestigious championships. The team's experiences, emotions and love of the game will inspire and motivate not only hockey players, but all sports enthusiasts.
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Conversation With an Alien (2001) : 1.6 stars
An archeologist discovers the crash site of an alien spaceship filled with riches as well as the hibernating injured alien pilot. But pride and the quest for power become deadly when the archeologist uses his newfound wealth and the powerful psychic powers of the imprisoned alien to rule a bizarre research facility that engages in random abductions for experiments in mind control.
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Ax 'Em (2002) : 1.6 stars
When Michael and his pals venture into the forest for a weekend gathering at his grandfather's isolated cabin, they have only hedonism and wild festivities on their minds. But as the teens party away in the cabin, a psychotic young man named Harry, seeking murderous revenge for the death of his family years before, is plotting to do away with them all using his trusty ax. …
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Giuseppe Sinopoli: From the Two Eyes (2002) : 1.6 stars
Giuseppe Sinopoli was principal conductor of the internationally acclaimed Dresden Staatskapelle orchestra. An avid archeologist, he was fascinated with all things Egyptian and set out to create a program that combined western European music with the art and philosophy of pharaonic Egypt. "The Two Eyes of Horus" interweaves location footage from Egypt with Arnold Schoenberg's "Verklarte Nacht" and Richard Strauss's "Metamorphosen."
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Vicious Circle (2002) : 1.6 stars
A young novelist becomes ensnared in a web of greed, fame and self-loathing after the publication of his work. As the line between reality and his blood-ridden fiction begins to blur, he finds himself trapped in the work of his Latino gang world characters. The only way out is to become a blood warrior; now he must survive his own creation before it destroys him.
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Sanitarium (2002) : 1.6 stars
A generation ago, Dr. Max Warick was researching an experimental drug scientifically proven to cure madness. But as his most deranged test subjects miraculously regained their sanity, the control patients, who were given no drugs, suffered horrific consequences. Now, 20 years later, hospital officials are about to release the drug into the marketplace, despite the previous results … and the only man who can stop them is in a straitjacket!
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Prometheus Bound (2002) : 1.6 stars
Journalist Alex Kenna (Daniel Tisman) is a man haunted by precognition when he returns to his old stomping grounds. After setting up camp at the house of a former schoolmate, Alex becomes infatuated with a wheelchair-bound woman (J.C. Brandy) and, despite warnings from his friends, pursues a relationship with her. But as they become more involved, the secrets of her past are revealed, and Alex gets caught in a deadly game of cat and mouse.
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Hero, Lover, Fool (2002) : 1.6 stars
Jon Jacobs wrote the script and stars in this indie film. Paul (Jacobs) is hitchhiking across America, dreaming of producing a film with friends in Hollywood, when he comes across Isabelle (Fatos Silan) and saves her from her drug-crazed boyfriend (Michael Kastenbaum). Paul and Isabelle enjoy a passionate fling and part ways ... but when Paul realizes Isabelle is still in great danger, he faces a decision that could change his life.
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Mic and the Claw (2000) : 1.6 stars
Two once-successful rock stars and now feuding former bandmates -- clean-cut Mic (Jon Jacobs) and venomous Brit "The Claw" (Michael Kastenbaum) are thrown together for a weekend at a Colorado cabin to collaborate on some new material that may help revive their careers. But rumors of their cabin being haunted, plus run-ins with rednecks and members of the Christian Gunowners Teen Camp, make for a more challenging weekend than they'd expected!
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Sinners (1990) : 1.6 stars
This offbeat comedy-drama is a wild cross between the odd and endearing Moonstruck and the firepower of Death Wish. Love is in the air in a small Italian neighborhood of New York. Nino the mailman is married to a sadistic bombshell, Fran; Gino the house painter is in love with his sister, Sophie; Alfonso the priest is in love with a prostitute, Mona. And that's just the tip of the iceberg. It's downright wacky -- and people are getting whacked!
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Tomcat Angels (1991) : 1.6 stars
Sex and aviation collide in this high-action film about the Tom Cat Angels, a group of highly skilled fighter pilots who divide their time between protecting those in danger and promoting free love. When one Angel is detained by enemies, the others organize a heroic rescue operation that leads them to an abyss of sex and depravity. Equally sexy is the sheer thrill of flying or the animal instincts that the Angels find so difficult to tame.
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Medley (2000) : 1.6 stars
Filmed in Italy, Medley takes a look at what high school might be like if violence and gore were a part of the daily curriculum. Capitalizing on the theme that high school is just a combat zone from which one must emerge alive, this dark comedy takes you to a place where shooting sprees and other bloody incidents are commonplace.
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Durga (2003) : 1.6 stars
College student Durga (J D Chakravarthy) lives with his grandfather and shuns all violence. He also loves Gayathri, a fellow student whom he plans to marry, but her father is against the match. When a local don learns that Durga persists in pursuing the relationship against the wishes of Gayathri's father, he sends his henchmen to kill him -- unleashing a storm of terror on Gayathri and her family.
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Jaalsaaz (1999) : 1.6 stars
It's all about murder and motive. Shalaka is a law student in love with Shankar, a law school graduate. Shalaka is grudgingly ready to marry Raakesh, but when she gets a lucrative offer to be a mistress, she dumps her intended. In another plot line, Ranjit, the man who is keeping Radha as his mistress, becomes the subject of a blackmail plot. Ranjit decides to divorce his wife but is killed (along with Radha).
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Danav (2003) : 1.6 stars
Hindu philosophy contains many tales of conflict between devas and danavas. In this story, Raja Sahab manifests benevolent lordly tendency toward Lakshmi, the young girl retained by him for amorous sport. But this all changes when Danav, a "beast of a man," enters the mango grove in one fatal 16th Spring.
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Narcosys (2000) : 1.6 stars
Mia Kate Russell, Todd James, Matt Trihey and Renee Brennan star in this sci-fi thriller set in 2018 A.D. The world is ruled by the heartless IT Corporation, which controls citizens through manufactured drugs and a destructive virus that's spread through the streets. Can a gang of cyber-punks stop the mammoth institution bent on domination?
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Four Letter Words (2000) : 1.6 stars
At the shank end of a summer night's party, the immaturity quotient rises among a group of young, twenty-something guys as reputations are slurred (along with a few vowels) and, of course, the anticipated drunken brawl ensues. Who said living in the suburbs was carefree fun? If you like your humor straight up like your favorite vodka, Four Letter Words -- and there are more than a few uttered here -- is right up your alley.
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High Risk (1993) : 1.6 stars
Maria Grazia Cucinotta, Stephane Ferrara and Angelo Infanti star in this thriller about a spy, Mike Caulfield, who must come to the aid of an alluring computer genius. Vera Todorov is the sole witness of a mass murder at the high-powered firm where she works, and she suspects the company may be the target of an international conspiracy involving hackers who want to bring down the financial world of New York City.
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EVP Songs: Vol. 2 (2003) : 1.6 stars
This volume in the EVP Songs series features showstopping musical performances from many of Bollywood's biggest box office hits, including Mera Gaon Mera Desh, An Evening in Paris, Amar Prem and Jai Santoshi Maa. The compilation also features tunes from China Gate, Border, Ghulam, Major Saab, Dil Se, Aapke Dil Mein Rehte Hain, Doli Saja Ke Rakhna, Daud, Duplicate, Raja Hindustani and Tere Mere Sapne.
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Dirtbags: Armpit of Metal (2003) : 1.6 stars
College is full of sleazy guys who just can't seem to get sex off their minds and will stop at nothing to get lucky. This unrefined comedy follows the activities of said types -- specifically, a group of unethical college students whose dishonesty and dodgy behavior is staggering. Be it the pharmacy student who spends his time concocting date-rape drugs or the scoundrel who secretly videotapes co-eds, these guys are anything but model students.
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Koi Hai (2003) : 1.6 stars
A beautiful dancer named Lisa causes a rift in the otherwise happy marriage of Raj and Shefali. Homewrecker that she is, Lisa threatens to expose her relationship with Raj, forcing him to take drastic measures (the smitten Raj plans to kill his wife). But Shefali senses danger and hires Robert, a sharpshooter, to protect herself from Raj by any means necessary. What tangled webs we weave. …
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Tangy Guacamole (2003) : 1.6 stars
Think Road Trip recombined with American Pie (and perhaps a dash of Porky's thrown in for good measure), and you've got the improbable plot of Tangy Guacamole. A group of raucous, raunchy teenagers on spring break in Mexico find plenty of adventures that are sure to stoke their overactive libidos. You can bet it's tangy. …
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Baby Brown (1990) : 1.6 stars
This action thriller trails two attractive female cops (Zoli Marki and Kryska Witowska) on the hunt for a lethal drug lord who's responsible for injuring one of the women's former partners. Things get even more dangerous when the two women learn they must guard the suspect's girlfriend, who has decided to testify against him.
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Ben & Arthur (2003) : 1.6 stars
Sam Mraovich and Jamie Brett Gabel play a gay couple who are at odds over whether or not to marry. Arthur wants a ring on his finger and a marriage certificate in his pocket, while his beau, Ben, doesn't see the need to formalize their relationship. But Ben finally gives in to Arthur's wishes, and everything appears to go smoothly -- until Arthur's religious zealot brother, Victor, decides to mess things up.
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Bhemaa (1984) : 1.6 stars
Bheema and Seema are in love, but they see things differently when it comes to the law. While honest police officer Bheema views the world in shades of gray, law-and-order advocate Seema prefers to see it in black and white. Can they reconcile their differences, or is their relationship destined to fail? Hina Kausar, Bharat Bhushan, Shatrughan Sinha, Jayapradha, Sujit Kumar and C.S. Dubey head the cast.
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The Absence of Light (2004) : 1.6 stars
When a scientist's ingenious discovery becomes the object of desire for two shadowy organizations hell-bent on destruction, the future of mankind hangs in the balance. Now, it's up to two burned-out assassins, Puritan (Richard Conant) and Sultan (Eric Thornsberry), to protect the scientist and keep his project from falling into the wrong hands. This campy low-budget thriller also stars horror icons Tony Todd (Candyman) and Tom Savini (Grindhouse).
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Seven Days of Grace (2006) : 1.6 stars
When Grace (Ria Coyne) inherits her father's struggling restaurant, she desperately tries to rediscover a lost family recipe to revive the business. But her experiments in the kitchen fall flat, and Grace turns to her best friends to help fend off the landlord. The four ladies are willing to do just about anything to raise money, including heading to the racetrack and organizing a lingerie auction, but will it be enough to save the restaurant?
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Der Sprinter (1984) : 1.6 stars
When a sexually ambiguous young man (Wieland Samolak) takes up sports to prove to the world he's straight, the last person he expects to convince is himself -- but that's exactly what happens in this satire from first-time director Christoph Böll. Smitten with a female shot-putter (who more than returns his affection), the aspiring track star and his paramour make easy targets for a manipulative coach, who will stop at nothing to get them to win.
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Short Fuse (2005) : 1.6 stars
After a yearlong suspension because of his bad temper, boxer Shane (Demetrius Navarro) is allowed to return to the ring for a title fight. But on a road trip to the Las Vegas bout, Shane and his pal Dogan (Godfrey) get mixed up with underground drug dealers and a hot stripper. Time is running thin as the schemes and crimes pile up around Shane. Navarro also wrote the screenplay for this action-packed drama.
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Altered Courses (2004) : 1.6 stars
In the year 2042, an aging couple (Aaron Bienvenu and Melissa Lynn) reflects on the events that led up to the economic and societal collapse of the world they once knew. Jerry Dalton writes and directs this independent drama about human nature, actions and consequences, a story told partially in flashback.