Channel Four Films

The Straight Story The Straight Story 8.0 1h 52min
The Straight Story
IMDb: 8
1h 52min

Directed by David Lynch, this film tells the heartwarming true story of Alvin Straight, an elderly man who embarks on a unique journey to reconcile with his ailing brother. Traveling…

Genre: Biography, Drama
Sugar Town Sugar Town 6.0 1h 32min
Sugar Town
IMDb: 6
1h 32min

Directed by Allison Anders, this 1999 film delves into the intertwined lives of several characters navigating the music industry in Los Angeles. Featuring an ensemble cast including John Taylor, Rosanna…

Genre: Comedy, Music
Sunshine Sunshine 7.4 3h 1min
Sunshine
IMDb: 7.4
3h 1min

Directed by István Szabó, this historical drama chronicles the tumultuous journey of a Jewish family in Hungary across three generations, navigating the political and social upheavals of the 20th century….

Genre: Drama, History
Velvet Goldmine Velvet Goldmine 6.9 2h 3min
Velvet Goldmine
IMDb: 6.9
2h 3min

Set against the backdrop of the glam rock era of the 1970s, this film follows the rise and fall of a fictional rock star, Brian Slade, whose career is marked…

Genre: Drama, Music
Elizabeth Elizabeth 7.4 2h 4min
Elizabeth
IMDb: 7.4
2h 4min

Set in the tumultuous period of 16th-century England, this historical drama chronicles the early years of Queen Elizabeth I’s reign. The film stars Cate Blanchett in a powerful performance as…

Orphans Orphans 7.0 1h 41min
Orphans
IMDb: 7
1h 41min

Set in Glasgow, this 1998 film directed by Peter Mullan follows the tumultuous journey of four siblings as they cope with the death of their mother. The narrative delves into…

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Genre: Comedy, Drama
Croupier Croupier 7.0 1h 34min
Croupier
IMDb: 7
1h 34min

In this 1998 film directed by Mike Hodges, Clive Owen stars as Jack Manfred, an aspiring writer who takes a job as a croupier to make ends meet. As he…

Genre: Crime, Drama
A Price Above Rubies A Price Above Rubies 6.5 1h 57min
A Price Above Rubies
IMDb: 6.5
1h 57min

Set in the insular world of a Hasidic Jewish community in Brooklyn, this 1998 drama follows the journey of Sonia, portrayed by Renée Zellweger, as she grapples with her identity…

Genre: Drama
A Price Above Rubies A Price Above Rubies 6.5 1h 57min
A Price Above Rubies
IMDb: 6.5
1h 57min

Set in the insular world of a Hasidic Jewish community in Brooklyn, this 1998 drama follows the journey of Sonia, portrayed by Renée Zellweger, as she grapples with her identity…

Genre: Drama
Bent Bent 7.1 1h 45min
Bent
IMDb: 7.1
1h 45min

Set against the harrowing backdrop of Nazi Germany, this 1997 film directed by Sean Mathias explores the brutal persecution of homosexuals during the Holocaust. The story follows Max, played by…

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Genre: Drama, History
Bent Bent 7.1 1h 45min
Bent
IMDb: 7.1
1h 45min

Set against the harrowing backdrop of Nazi Germany, this 1997 film directed by Sean Mathias explores the brutal persecution of homosexuals during the Holocaust. The story follows Max, played by…

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Genre: Drama, History
A Life Less Ordinary A Life Less Ordinary 6.3 1h 43min
A Life Less Ordinary
IMDb: 6.3
1h 43min

Directed by Danny Boyle, this 1997 film stars Ewan McGregor and Cameron Diaz in a quirky romantic comedy that blends elements of fantasy and crime. The plot follows a down-on-his-luck…

Genre: Comedy, Crime
The Full Monty The Full Monty 7.2 1h 31min
The Full Monty
IMDb: 7.2
1h 31min

In this 1997 British comedy-drama directed by Peter Cattaneo, a group of unemployed steelworkers in Sheffield, England, come up with an unconventional plan to make money by forming a male…

Genre: Comedy, Drama
Welcome to Sarajevo Welcome to Sarajevo 6.7 1h 43min
Welcome to Sarajevo
IMDb: 6.7
1h 43min

Set against the backdrop of the Bosnian War, this 1997 film directed by Michael Winterbottom follows a group of international journalists as they navigate the chaos and human suffering in…

Genre: Drama, History
Brassed Off Brassed Off 7.2 1h 48min
Brassed Off
IMDb: 7.2
1h 48min

Set in a small Yorkshire mining town, this 1996 film directed by Mark Herman explores the struggles of a community facing the closure of its coal mine. The story centers…

Genre: Comedy, Drama, Music
Carla’s Song Carla’s Song 6.7 2h 7min
Carla’s Song
IMDb: 6.7
2h 7min

Set against the backdrop of the Nicaraguan Contra War, this Ken Loach-directed film follows the journey of a Scottish bus driver, George, who befriends a Nicaraguan refugee named Carla. As…

Genre: Drama
Secrets & Lies Secrets & Lies 8.0 2h 16min
Secrets & Lies
IMDb: 8
2h 16min

In this poignant drama directed by Mike Leigh, the story delves into the complexities of family dynamics and hidden truths. The plot centers around a successful black optometrist who, after…

Genre: Comedy, Drama
Secrets & Lies Secrets & Lies 8.0 2h 16min
Secrets & Lies
IMDb: 8
2h 16min

In this poignant drama directed by Mike Leigh, the story delves into the complexities of family dynamics and hidden truths. The plot centers around a successful black optometrist who, after…

Genre: Comedy, Drama
Trainspotting Trainspotting 8.1 1h 33min
Trainspotting
IMDb: 8.1
1h 33min

Directed by Danny Boyle, this 1996 film delves into the gritty lives of a group of friends navigating the highs and lows of heroin addiction in Edinburgh. The movie stars…

Genre: Crime, Drama
The Madness of King George The Madness of King George 7.2 1h 50min
The Madness of King George
IMDb: 7.2
1h 50min

Set in the late 18th century, this historical drama delves into the turbulent period of King George III’s reign as he grapples with a mysterious mental illness. The film stars…

Shallow Grave Shallow Grave 7.2 1h 29min
Shallow Grave
IMDb: 7.2
1h 29min

In this gripping thriller directed by Danny Boyle, three flatmates in Edinburgh discover their new roommate dead and a suitcase full of cash. As they decide what to do with…

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Genre: Crime, Drama
Shopping Shopping 5.4 1h 27min
Shopping
IMDb: 5.4
1h 27min

In this gritty 1994 film directed by Paul W.S. Anderson, the story revolves around a group of disaffected youths who engage in “ram-raiding” — a form of theft involving crashing…

Shopping Shopping 5.4 1h 27min
Shopping
IMDb: 5.4
1h 27min

In this gritty 1994 film directed by Paul W.S. Anderson, the story revolves around a group of disaffected youths who engage in “ram-raiding” — a form of theft involving crashing…

Amateur Amateur 6.7 1h 45min
Amateur
IMDb: 6.7
1h 45min

A man regains consciousness in a backstreet, injured and suffering from amnesia. He finds his way to a café, where he is taken under the wing of a kind-hearted former…

Genre: Comedy, Crime, Drama
Amateur Amateur 6.7 1h 45min
Amateur
IMDb: 6.7
1h 45min

A man regains consciousness in a backstreet, injured and suffering from amnesia. He finds his way to a café, where he is taken under the wing of a kind-hearted former…

Genre: Comedy, Crime, Drama
Backbeat Backbeat 6.7 1h 40min
Backbeat
IMDb: 6.7
1h 40min

Set in the early 1960s, this film delves into the formative years of The Beatles, focusing on the intense friendship between bassist Stuart Sutcliffe and John Lennon. Directed by Iain…

Backbeat Backbeat 6.7 1h 40min
Backbeat
IMDb: 6.7
1h 40min

Set in the early 1960s, this film delves into the formative years of The Beatles, focusing on the intense friendship between bassist Stuart Sutcliffe and John Lennon. Directed by Iain…

Four Weddings and a Funeral Four Weddings and a Funeral 7.1 1h 57min
Four Weddings and a Funeral
IMDb: 7.1
1h 57min

This charming British romantic comedy, directed by Mike Newell, follows the life of a reserved Englishman, played by Hugh Grant, as he navigates a series of social events, including four…

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Genre: Comedy, Drama
Ladybird Ladybird Ladybird Ladybird 7.4 1h 41min
Ladybird Ladybird
IMDb: 7.4
1h 41min

Directed by Ken Loach, this 1994 drama delves into the tumultuous life of a British woman struggling to keep her family together amidst a series of personal and systemic challenges….

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Genre: Drama
Theremin: An Electronic Odyssey Theremin: An Electronic Odyssey 7.3 1h 23min
Theremin: An Electronic Odyssey
IMDb: 7.3
1h 23min

This documentary delves into the life and legacy of Leon Theremin, the inventor of the eponymous electronic musical instrument. Directed by Steven M. Martin, it explores Theremin’s groundbreaking work and…

Naked Naked 7.7 2h 11min
Naked
IMDb: 7.7
2h 11min

Directed by Mike Leigh, this 1993 film delves into the life of a disaffected and abrasive young man who wanders the streets of London, engaging in intense and often unsettling…

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Genre: Comedy, Drama
The Secret Rapture The Secret Rapture 5.7 1h 37min
The Secret Rapture
IMDb: 5.7
1h 37min

In this 1993 drama directed by Howard Davies, the story revolves around two sisters who grapple with the aftermath of their father’s death, leading to a series of emotional and…

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Genre: Drama
Raining Stones Raining Stones 7.3 1h 30min
Raining Stones
IMDb: 7.3
1h 30min

Directed by Ken Loach, this 1993 film follows the struggles of an unemployed man in Northern England as he goes to great lengths to provide for his family, particularly to…

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Genre: Comedy, Crime, Drama
Peter’s Friends Peter’s Friends 7.0 1h 41min
Peter’s Friends
IMDb: 7
1h 41min

A group of college friends reunites after a decade at a country estate, where they confront their pasts, rekindle old relationships, and navigate the complexities of adulthood. Directed by Kenneth…

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Genre: Comedy, Drama
The Crying Game The Crying Game 7.2 1h 52min
The Crying Game
IMDb: 7.2
1h 52min

Directed by Neil Jordan, this 1992 film is a gripping psychological thriller that delves into themes of identity, loyalty, and transformation. The story follows a British soldier who is kidnapped…

Genre: Crime, Drama
A Brief History of Time A Brief History of Time 7.3 1h 20min
A Brief History of Time
IMDb: 7.3
1h 20min

Directed by Errol Morris, this documentary delves into the life and work of renowned physicist Stephen Hawking, exploring his groundbreaking theories on the nature of the universe. The film combines…

Riff-Raff Riff-Raff 7.0 1h 35min
Riff-Raff
IMDb: 7
1h 35min

Directed by Ken Loach, this 1991 film delves into the lives of construction workers in London, focusing on their struggles and camaraderie. The story follows Stevie, a young man recently…

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Genre: Comedy, Drama
Thousand Pieces of Gold Thousand Pieces of Gold 6.9 1h 45min
Thousand Pieces of Gold
IMDb: 6.9
1h 45min

Set in the late 19th century, this film tells the poignant story of a young Chinese woman named Lalu, who is sold into slavery and brought to America. As she…

Genre: Drama, Western
Life Is Sweet Life Is Sweet 7.4 1h 43min
Life Is Sweet
IMDb: 7.4
1h 43min

Directed by Mike Leigh, this 1990 British comedy-drama delves into the everyday lives of a working-class family in North London. The film stars Alison Steadman, Jim Broadbent, and Jane Horrocks,…

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Genre: Comedy, Drama
Trust Trust 7.4 1h 47min
Trust
IMDb: 7.4
1h 47min

In this 1990 film directed by Hal Hartley, the story revolves around the unexpected relationship between a disillusioned high school dropout and a disenchanted electronics repairman. The film stars Adrienne…

Genre: Comedy, Crime, Drama
High Hopes High Hopes 7.4 1h 48min
High Hopes
IMDb: 7.4
1h 48min

Set in 1980s London, this Mike Leigh film delves into the lives of a working-class couple, Cyril and Shirley, as they navigate the complexities of their relationships and societal expectations….

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Genre: Comedy, Drama
Rita, Sue and Bob Too! Rita, Sue and Bob Too! 6.6 1h 29min
Rita, Sue and Bob Too!
IMDb: 6.6
1h 29min

Directed by Alan Clarke, this 1987 British film explores the lives of two teenage girls, Rita and Sue, who become involved in a complicated relationship with a married man named…

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Genre: Comedy, Drama
A Month in the Country A Month in the Country 6.8 1h 36min
A Month in the Country
IMDb: 6.8
1h 36min

Set in the aftermath of World War I, this poignant drama follows two emotionally scarred veterans who find solace and healing in a small Yorkshire village. As they work to…

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Genre: Drama, History
Fatherland Fatherland 6.2 1h 50min
Fatherland
IMDb: 6.2
1h 50min

Exiled from his native country, protest singer Klaus Drittemann is forced to leave East Berlin, along with his wife and child, and relocate to West Berlin. There, representatives from an…

Genre: Drama, Music
Letter to Brezhnev Letter to Brezhnev 6.7 1h 34min
Letter to Brezhnev
IMDb: 6.7
1h 34min

Set against the backdrop of 1980s Liverpool, this film tells the story of two young women whose lives are transformed after a chance encounter with two Soviet sailors. Directed by…

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Genre: Comedy, Drama
My Beautiful Laundrette My Beautiful Laundrette 6.8 1h 37min
My Beautiful Laundrette
IMDb: 6.8
1h 37min

Set in 1980s London, this film explores the intersecting lives of Omar, a young British-Pakistani man, and Johnny, his old friend and former lover, as they attempt to revitalize a…

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Genre: Comedy, Drama
El Norte El Norte 7.7 2h 21min
El Norte
IMDb: 7.7
2h 21min

Directed by Gregory Nava, this poignant film follows the harrowing journey of two Guatemalan siblings, Rosa and Enrique, as they flee their war-torn homeland in search of a better life…

Genre: Drama
Variety Variety 6.1 1h 40min
Variety
IMDb: 6.1
1h 40min

In this 1983 film directed by Bette Gordon, the story follows Christine, a young woman who takes a job as a ticket seller at a pornographic movie theater in New…

Genre: Drama