The Black Stallion (1979), directed by Carroll Ballard and based on Walter Farley’s beloved novel, is a visually poetic tale of friendship, survival, and the bond between a boy and a wild horse.

The 1952 film Moulin Rouge, directed by John Huston, is a richly stylized biographical drama about the life of French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec.

Chariots of Fire (1981), directed by Hugh Hudson, is a stirring British drama based on the true story of two athletes in the 1924 Paris Olympics: Eric Liddell, a devout Scottish Christian who runs for the glory of God, and Harold Abrahams, a determined English Jew who runs to overcome prejudice. The film explores themes of faith, identity, and perseverance, weaving a powerful narrative of personal conviction and national pride.

The Great Caruso (1951), directed by Richard Thorpe, is a lavish MGM biographical musical that stars Mario Lanza in his most iconic role—as the legendary Italian tenor Enrico Caruso. Tracing Caruso’s rise from a humble Neapolitan background to international fame at the Metropolitan Opera, the film dramatizes both his personal trials and professional triumphs, blending historical fact with Hollywood storytelling.

Rocky (1976), directed by John G. Avildsen and written by its star Sylvester Stallone, is a classic underdog story that became a cultural phenomenon. Set in gritty 1970s Philadelphia, the film follows Rocky Balboa, a small-time boxer with a big heart who gets an unlikely shot at the world heavyweight title against champion Apollo Creed. More than just a sports film, Rocky is a story of determination, dignity, and finding self-worth through perseverance.

"The Patriot" (2000,) starring Mel Gibson, combines intense battle sequences with emotional family drama, and its emotional core is elevated by the stirring score from John Williams, one of cinema’s most legendary composers.

The Last Emperor (1987), directed by Bernardo Bertolucci, is a sweeping historical epic that chronicles the extraordinary life of Puyi, the final emperor of China. Crowned as a child during the Qing Dynasty, Puyi grows up isolated within the walls of the Forbidden City, only to witness the fall of imperial rule, war, and eventual imprisonment under Communist China. Through shifting timelines and stunning visuals, the film explores themes of identity, power, loss, and transformation.

The French poster titled Château de Rêves refers to the 1978 American film Ice Castles, a romantic drama about love, perseverance, and personal triumph—underscored by one of the most touching soundtracks of the decade.

Sing, Sing, Sing is not a widely known standalone feature film but is most famously recognized as the title of the iconic 1937 swing anthem by Louis Prima, made legendary by Benny Goodman and his orchestra. Often featured in retrospectives and performance-based film sequences, “Sing, Sing, Sing” became synonymous with the explosive energy of the Big Band era. Its most famous cinematic appearance was in Hollywood Hotel (1937) and later gained renewed fame in Swing Kids (1993) and The Benny Goodman Story (1956).

The Mission is a visually stunning and emotionally powerful historical drama directed by Roland Joffé, set in 18th-century South America. The film follows the efforts of Jesuit missionaries to protect a remote Guaraní community from Portuguese and Spanish colonial forces seeking to enslave the indigenous people.