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Metropolis (1927)

Metropolis (1927)

A young man from the elite class of a futuristic city attempts to create a fair and respectful understanding between his own social class and that...

Lost in America (1985)

Lost in America (1985)

An advertising executive who loses his job in a fit of self-focused righteous anger embarks on a motor-home-based vagabond journey to "find...

To Build a Fire (1908)

To Build a Fire (1908)

A man displays hubris regarding his ability to handle the forces of Nature as he attempts to reach a Yukon mining claim. Medium: Short Story (©...

The Cranes Are Flying (1957)

The Cranes Are Flying (1957)

When a young Soviet man answers the call to defend his country in World War II, his girlfriend attempts to maintain dedication to his love even as...

Rocky (1976)

Rocky (1976)

A small-time boxer with a mixed-results fighting record attempts to put forward his best effort in a fight with the heavyweight champion and to...

Whale Rider (2002)

Whale Rider (2002)

A young Maori girl strives to attain her proper place in the life of her tribe, even though the place she seems destined for is one that tribal...

After Hours (1985)

After Hours (1985)

A bored young office worker becomes embroiled in the surreal world of the late-night Soho neighborhood and attempts to return to the unexciting...

The Wizard of Oz (1939)

The Wizard of Oz (1939)

A young Kansas farm girl is transported by a tornado to a magical land from which she attempts to return home. Medium: Film Writer(s): Noel Langley,...

Swimming with Sharks (1994)

Swimming with Sharks (1994)

A young screenwriter pursues Hollywood success at all costs and becomes selfishly world-wise in the process. Medium: Film Writer(s): George Huang...

The Player (1992)

The Player (1992)

A Hollywood executive attempts to keep both his job as an influential player and the secret of a murder he has committed. Medium: Film Writer(s):...

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