American Beauty

(1999)

Activist liberal progressive law student Maya brings her new boyfriend home for the holidays-- neglecting to tell her family that he's - well - white. Guess who's coming to Christmas dinner?

Ben, a slacker, meets a waitress hiding from her past. When her explicit photos surface, he seeks the porn mogul responsible for distributing them, driven by his feelings for her.

During China's Tang dynasty the emperor has taken the princess of a neighboring province as wife. She has borne him two sons and raised his eldest. Now his control over his dominion is complete, including the royal family itself.

In the near future artificial intelligence is in control of everyone's lives and human emotions are perceived as a threat.

A New York businessman must choose between the deal of his career and the love of his life.

A New York sales manager is sent to the remote Scottish Highlands at Christmas to acquire a limited edition perfume from a dashing Earl preparing for his annual ball and falls in love instead.

Set in the early 20th century, class distinctions and troubled relations affect the relationship between two families and the ownership of a cherished British estate known as Howards End.

Glassblower, Holly, seizes a last-minute chance to assist her idol at a famed Christmas market. Holly must navigate the icy disapproval of Jack.

As Christmas nears, heiress Jessica Morgan seizes what seems like her last chance to experience a relaxed Christmas and heads off to the small town of Glenbrooke, where she meets a handsome fireman.

Facing an incurable diagnosis, two poet lovers embark on a poignant yet unexpectedly humorous exploration of love, mortality, and life's moments.