Drama
The denotative aspects of drama from Aristotle's "Poetics" include a story development with a beginning, middle and an end. In the more conventional sense, dramatic presentations include the portrayal of characters, settings, life situations and stories in the course of a theatrical performance. In theatre, drama usually takes on the scope of dealing with matters of a serious nature.
Drama is Alice's largest section and a treasure trove of great drama catering for every taste. The bulk of the "Drama" section (generally made since 1965 and include psychological dramas) is listed below, however you may also choose from the "Classic Drama" sub-section (generally made before 1965), in blue on left. Also helpful may be "Alices Playhouse", "True Stories" and "Shakespeare" features.
Right: Scene from Kubrick's beautifully mounted "Barry Lyndon"
Rich and Famous (1981)
5.9/10
Director: George Cukor
Starring: Jacqueline Bisset, Candice Bergen, Meg Ryan, Hart Bochner, David Selby
Chronicles the tempestuous relationship of college classmates Jacqueline Bisset and Candice Bergen over the years. Bisset becomes a respected novelist... Read more
Richard Jewell (2020)
7.5/10
Director: Clint Eastwood
Starring: Paul Walter Hauser, Sam Rockwell, Jon Hamm, Kathy Bates
American security guard Richard Jewell saves many lives from an exploding bomb at the 1996 Olympics, but is vilified by journalists and the press who... Read more
Ricki and the Flash (2015)
5.9/10
Director: Jonathan Demme
Starring: Meryl Streep, Kevin Kline, Mamie Gummer, Audra McDonald, Sebastian Stan, Rick Sp...
It's been a roller-coaster ride for Ricki Rendazzo (Meryl Streep), a one-time wife and mother of three who left her family behind to follow her dreams... Read more
Ricky (2009)
5.8/10
Director: Francois Ozon
Starring: Sergi Lopez, Alexandra Lamy
From the imagination of Francois Ozon ('Swimming Pool', '8 Women') comes 'Ricky', a magical and mysterious tale that blends magic-realism and an affec... Read more
Ride Like A Girl (2019)
7.8/10
Director: Rachel Griffiths
Starring: Teresa Palmer, Sam Neill, Sullivan Stapleton, Magda Szubanski
The story of Michelle Payne, the first female jockey to win the Melbourne Cup. Read more
Ride Your Wave (Blu-ray) (2019)
Director: Masaaki Yuasa
Hinako is a surf-loving college student who has just moved to a small seaside town. When a sudden fire breaks out at her apartment building, she is re... Read more
Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles (2005)
7.5/10
Director: Zhang Yimou
Starring: Ken Takakura, Nakai Kiichi, Shinobu Terajima, Jiamin Li
Ken Takakura gives a career-defining performance as an old Chinese fisherman who has been estranged from his son for many years. When he receives a c... Read more
Riding in Cars with Boys (2001)
6.5/10
Director: Penny Marshall
Starring: Drew Barrymore, Steve Zahn, Lorraine Bracco, Adam Garcia, Brittany Murphy, James...
Based on the autobiographical bestseller by Beverly Donofrio, director Penny Marshall's winning comedy/drama stars Drew Barrymore as a teenager in 60'... Read more
Right at Your Door (2006)
6.2/10
Director: Chris Gorak
Starring: Mary McCormack, Rory Cochrane, Tony Perez, Max Kasch, Jon Huertas
A tense and topical drama that sees L.A. reeling in the wake of a 'dirty bomb' that sends a toxic cloud throughout the city. The event becomes tragica... Read more
Righteous Kill (2008)
6/10
Director: Jon Avnet
Starring: Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson, Carla Gugino, John Leguizam...
De Niro and Pacino finally get some quality screentime together in this New York cop thriller in which they play long-time partners working homicide.... Read more