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26 Films.

Ans Westra - Private Journeys/Public Signposts (2006): Photographer laureate Ans Westra takes to the other side of the camera in this insightful, contemplative retrospective of her photography, and…; DVD ~~$39.95~~ $29.95
River Queen (2005): Both underrated and overblown, dir. Vincent Ward's (VIGIL) ambitious historical drama depicts the journey across heart, soul and land–scapes of…; DVD $25
Kaikohe Demolition (2004): A glimpse into the mirth, mayhem and pathos of provincial New Zealand, this concerns a group of unkempt Northland residents who relish their…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $22.45
Christmas (2003): Structured around a grueling family Christmas in suburban New Zealand, this stark and uncompromising drama is one of the best low–budget…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $22.45
Mother, The (2003): An unforgettable British drama about an aging widow, alienated from her ambitious son and neurotic daughter, who confronts the vacuum of her life…; DVD $20
24 Hour Party People (2002): A serio–comic music industry biopic about one Tony Wilson, founder of the legendary Factory record label and the Hacienda Club, that provides a…; DVD $20 (2-disc edition)
When Love Comes (1999): Earnest tableaux of straight, gay, lesbian and platonic relationships underscored by a music motif and sombre themes of compromise and loss.…; DVD ~~$30~~ $20 (includes bonus CD Soundtrack)
I'll Make You Happy (1998): A comical hotchpotch set among Auckland's K–Road denizens, featuring Jodie Rimmer as a peppy prositute who plots to rip–off pimp Michael…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $22.45
Sick (1997): Stunning, compassionate feature biography of the life of Bob Flanagan, whose 'super–masochism' and extreme performance art was born of his…; DVD $30
Alex (1993): Fact–based story about teenager Alex Archer, who overcame rivalry and tragedy to win selection for the 1960 Olympic Games in Rome. Evocative of…; DVD ~~$60~~ $45
Latcho Drom (1993): A moving testament to the plight of inter–continental gypsy culture and to the redemptive and communicative power of music, Tony Gatlif's…; DVD $25
JFK (1991): Oliver Stone's gripping, technically dazzling opus is both convincing propaganda and marvellous entertainment, with Kevin Costner leading a large and…; DVD ~~$30~~ $20
Truly, Madly, Deeply (1990): Charming story of a grief–stricken widow who discovers the ghost of old luvvy resurrected in her living room. Many have fallen truly, madly and…; DVD $25
Mauri (1988): Rural slice–of–life centres around an embittered man's search for fulfilment by returning to his roots. It gently illuminates the…; DVD ~~$40~~ $30
Navigator, The (A Medieval Odyssey) (1988): A group of 14th Century Cumbrians experience future shock when their mining expedition leads them to contemporary New Zealand. A terrific adventure…; DVD ~~$50~~ $37.50 (With Vigil (1984))
Ngati (1988): A moving and powerful drama about an Australian immigrant who encounters the spiritual home of the local 'Ngati' or tribe, which triggers his own…; DVD ~~$30~~ $22.50
Constance (1983): Donogh Rees gives a restrained performance in this post–war period drama as a school–teacher whose fanciful dreams are realised and then…; DVD ~~$24.95~~ $18.70
Children of Fire Mountain (TV Mini-Series) (1979): Fondly–remembered Kiwi period drama set in 1900 New Zealand, depicting the conflict between Maori and British settlers from the point of view…; DVD ~~$45~~ $33.75
Middle Age Spread (1979): Grant Tilly is priceless as the philandering high–school deputy who reluctantly hosts a dinner party for six. Based on the play by Roger Hall,…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $22.45
Barry Lyndon (1975): Taking William Thackery's ironical novel as a starting point, dir. Kubrick's immaculate period piece sprawls across 18th century Europe and remains…; DVD ~~$30~~ $20
Conversation, The (1974): Absorbing account of a bugging–device expert who develops a conscience and slowly uncovers a political scandal in a seemingly normal…; DVD ~~$30~~ $22.50
Mean Streets (1973): Martin Scorsese made his name with this pungent rendition of NY Italian–Americana set among the teeming lowlife of his old neighbourhood. The…; DVD ~~$30~~ $20
Swimmer, The (1968): Burt Lancaster decides to swim from pool to pool on his way home on a hot afternoon, each swim evoking different memories and events in this unique…; DVD ~~$30~~ $22.50
When Worlds Collide (1951): When Earth faces imminent and total destruction from an errant star, scientists must organise an evacuation in time to save the human race. Thrilling…; DVD ~~$25~~ $18.75
Letter from an Unknown Woman (1948): Joan Fontaine waxes regretfully in a letter to her object of infatuation, a womanizing concert pianist (dishy Louis Jourdan) in late 19th Century…; DVD $25
La Regle Du Jeu (Rules of the Game) (1939): Considered one the greatest films in history, this downbeat yet incisive satire centres around weekend shooting party that results in a myriad of…; DVD ~~$30~~ $22.50

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