Broken Wings (VHS)
Israeli Director Nir Bergman makes a stunning visual impact with his debut film, BROKEN WINGS. Principal character Dafna (Orli Zilberschatz-Banai) is a single mother struggling to raise a family after the sudden death of her husband. Bergman slowly lets the tale of Dafna`s woes unfold, before revealing that her husband met a bizarre and tragic end when he suffered a fatal allergic reaction from a bee sting. Nine months later the family is on the brink of implosion. To compound Dafna`s worries, she is working night shifts as a hospital midwife, leaving fruitless attempts to hold the family together in the hands of her teenage daughter, Maya (Maya Maron). Yair (Nitai Gvirtz) is the eldest son of the family, whose attempt to deal with his father`s death manifests itself in odd behavior patterns, such as walking around town dressed as a mouse. The lazy, apathetic Yair seems to care little about what happens to him or the family, and younger son, Ido (Daniel Magon) often mimics his brother`s strange character quirks. Despite being united in their grief, the family members markedly different coping strategies (or lack thereof) often result in angry recriminations, closely followed by tears and feelings of guilt. As director Bergman effortlessly guides the film to its satisfying conclusion, he pulls the various strains of the story together, and utilizes his character studies to proffer some highly personal insights on life, loss and the appreciation of fellow human beings.R"
Director: Nir Bergman
A River Runs Through It (DVD) Full Screen & Widescreen; Closed Caption Fly-fishing figures prominently in this poignant tale of two brothers growing up in Montana in the early 20th century under the stern rule of their minister father. While both boys rebel, Norman...
Fly-fishing figures prominently in this poignant tale of two brothers growing up in Montana in the early 20th century under the stern rule of their minister father. While both boys rebel, Norman (Craig Sheffer) channels his rebellion into writing, but Paul (Brad Pitt) descends onto a slippery path of self-destruction. The beautiful scenery of Montana is used to full effect with the awesome cinematography of Philippe Rousselot. Directed by Robert Redford, this adaptation of Norman Maclean`s classic autobiography also features Tom Skerritt and Brenda Blethyn as the Reverend and Mrs. Maclean.
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Director: Robert Redford
ACTORS: Craig Sheffer, Brad Pitt, Tom Skerritt, Emily Lloyd, Brenda Blethyn
Chinese Ghost Story (Animated) (DVD)
Director Tsui Hark remakes his own Hong Kong classic ten years later, but this time in animated form! A young man in ancient China falls in love with a ghost, and many slapstick situations ensue."
Director: Tsui Hark
Unlawful Entry (DVD)
A husband and wife befriend a cop who responds to their call after their house is robbed. The policeman becomes increasingly obsessed with protecting the wife, to the point of believing that her husband is simply incapable of the job. As his obsession grows, man and wife find themselves in increasing danger, and none of the authorities will believe them.R"
Director: Jonathan Kaplan
ACTORS: Kurt Russell, Madeleine Stowe, Ray Liotta, Roger E. Mosley, Sherrie Rose
A Better Tomorrow (DVD)
A death-hardened cop battles the Hong Kong underworld, including his own brother who joins the bad guys. This progenitor of Woo`s heroic violence films introduces the theme of loyalties between men shattered by a violent world that forces them apart. Only through sacrifice can honor be attained.NR"
Director: John Woo
