CINEMA SUNDAY

In 1977, former President Richard Nixon decides to break his silence. He agrees to  an all-inclusive interview meant to confront lingering questions about his time in office, specifically the Watergate scandal that ended his Presidency. Sitting across from him is David Frost, a breezy British television host, who many mistakenly believe is not up to the challenge. 

In 2019, a producer from BBC's Newsnight works to secure Prince Andrew's infamous interview, in which he discussed his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein.

In 1971, the publisher of The Washington Post and her hard-hitting editor revealed a cover-up that spanned four U.S Presidencies. What followed was an unprecedented battle between journalists and their government. 

A CNN news crew arrives in Baghdad after the 1990 Iraqi invasion of Kuwait, and ends up delivering the story of a lifetime.  

During the 1972 Presidential election, Washington Post reporters expose the Watergate scandal; shining a light on the corruption and covert operations inside the Nixon administration. 

Investigative reporters from the Boston Globe uncover a massive scandal of child molestation and cover up within the local Catholic Archdiocese, shaking the entire Catholic Church to it's core.

Veteran journalist Edward R Murrow decides it's time to publicly confront Senator Joseph McCarthy; a man who led a campaign of political repression and persecution of left-wing individuals in America during the early 1950s. 

New York Times investigative reporters Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey work tirelessly to publish one of the most important stories of the decade. It will uncover systemic sexual assault in Hollywood and help bring one of it's most powerful men to justice.

Young lawyer Ruth Bader Ginsburg & her husband Marty team up with the ACLU to bring a groundbreaking case before the U.S Court of Appeals. The case could be the catalyst to overturning a century of gender discrimination.

Two U.S Marines are being court-martialed for the murder of a fellow Marine. They claim they were just following orders, but the fact that the order was unlawful will complicate their defense strategy.

In 1947, four German judges who served on the bench during the Nazi regime face a military tribunal to answer charges of crimes against humanity.

The true store of attorney Rob Bilott and his decades-long battle to expose the chemical company DuPont, which knowingly contaminated a community's drinking water with toxic chemicals.

A jury is deliberating the guilt or innocence of an 18 year old boy accused of murdering his father. What seems like an open and shut case gets flipped upside down when Juror #8 expresses reasonable doubt.

The story of Larry Flynt, the founder of Hustler magazine, and the legal battles he was forced to fight to preserve the right to freedom of speech.

Rookie lawyer Rudy Baylor takes on a powerful insurance company after they deny coverage for a young man's life saving bone marrow transplant. In doing so, he uncovers a pattern of systemic denials, mostly targeting their poorest clients.

A replay from Season 1 of Cinema Sunday. An inexperienced lawyer from New York defends his cousin who is wrongfully accused murder in Alabama.  

In 1959, Richard and Mildred Loving are convicted for violating Virginia's Racial Integrity Act of 1924. This begins a legal battle that would end at the U.S. Supreme Court as the couple fights to legitimize their marriage.

A high school science teacher is arrested for teaching Charles Darwin's theory of evolution instead of the Biblical teachings as required by state law. The trial becomes a much needed public debate between conformity and free thought.

Andrew Beckett is in for the fight of his life when he sues his employer for wrongful termination. He claims he was fired when it was discovered he has AIDS, but the ensuing trial also examines the widespread fear and loathing the general public has of the gay community. 

In 1969, seven anti-Vietnam war protesters were charged with conspiracy and inciting riots at the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago. The resulting trial was an examination of the 1st Amendment right to protest and what happens when the police and US military are used against American citizens.

Frodo and Sam march toward Mount Doom, while Gandalf and Aragorn lead an allied army in the final battle for Middle Earth. Join me as I discuss the 2003 Best Picture Oscar winner: The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King.

Though he was named Emperor of China at age 3, the life of Pu Yi doesn't turn out as planned. Join me as I discuss the Best Picture Oscar winner from 1987: The Last Emperor

An ambitious husband and wife duo stake their claim and build a newspaper empire during the early years of settlement in the Oklahoma Territory. Join me as I discuss the 1931 Oscar winner for best picture: Cimarron.

A mild mannered, middle aged laundromat owner has to travel throughout the multiverse to battle an evil force and save the world? YES! Join me as I discuss the 2022 Oscar Winner: Everything Everywhere All at Once.

Child psychologist Malcolm Crowe works to help a young boy who sees things he shouldn't see. Join me as I discuss the 1999 Oscar nominated film: The Sixth Sense

The Marryot Family, who are upper crust Londoners, experience many trials and tribulations during the first 30 years of the 20th Century. Join me as I discuss the 1933 Best Picture Oscar Winner: Cavalcade.

The circus comes to town and brings with it romantic drama, competitive rivalries and a clown with a huge secret. Join me as I discuss the 1952 Best Picture Oscar winner: The Greatest Show on Earth

During WWI, two American pilots fight a war on two fronts- they face the Germans in aerial combat, and fight over the affection of a girl back home. Join me as I discuss the 1928 movie Wings: the FIRST EVER Oscar winner for Best Picture.

Join me as I discuss the twisted psychological thriller The Silence of the Lambs. The first and only horror movie to ever win the Oscar for Best Picture.

A British Army Officer becomes the leader of the Arab revolt against Ottoman rule during WWI. Join me as I discuss the 1962 Best Picture Oscar winner: Lawrence of Arabia

Don Birnam is an alcoholic facing a losing battle against his unquenchable thirst. Join me as I discuss the 1945 Best Picture Oscar winner: The Lost Weekend

The incredible story of the man who's policy of non violence helped bring freedom and independence to the people of India. Join me as I discuss the 1982 Oscar winner for Best Picture: Gandhi

The Mahoney sisters arrive in NYC hoping to take Broadway by storm, but will they let a man come between them? Join me as I discuss the 1929 Best Picture Oscar winner The Broadway Melody. 

A lovely and gracious middle-class English housewife must help her family endure the challenges of war. Join me as I discuss the 1942 Oscar winner for Best Picture: Mrs. Miniver

Originally aired February 19, 2023. A top notch political thriller that shows how easily political power can corrupt good people. Join me as I discuss the 1949 Best Picture Oscar Winner: All the King's Men

The elaborate story of Broadway impresario Florenz Ziegfeld Jr, the mastermind behind the infamous Ziegfeld Follies. Join me as I discuss the 1936 best picture Oscar winner: The Great Ziegfeld

In 1943, a group of British POWs build a railway bridge for their Japanese captors. Fueled by pride and principle, the British Colonel inadvertently gives a strategic advantage to the enemy. Join me as I discuss the 1957 Best Picture Oscar winner: The Bridge on the River Kwai

A naive new bride is forced to deal with the intrusive and often uncomfortable reminders of her husband's deceased wife. Join me as I discuss the Best Picture Oscar winner from 1940: Rebecca 

As the silent film era comes to an end, Hollywood megastar George Valentin struggles to remain relevant. Join me as I discuss the best picture Oscar winner from 2011: The Artist

German factory owner Oskar Schindler helps ensure the safety of his Jewish workers during the Holocaust. Join me as I discuss the 1993 Best Picture Oscar winner: Schindler's List. 

An inexperienced lawyer from New York defends a cousin who is charged with murder in Alabama. Join me as I discuss the 1992 comedy classic: My Cousin Vinny

A film version of Shakespeare's timeless classic of love, revenge and family drama.  Join me as I discuss the 1948 Best Picture Oscar winner: Hamlet

The lives of 3 men from a small Pennsylvania steel town are forever altered after spending time in Vietnam. Join me as I discuss the 1978 Oscar winner for best picture: The Deer Hunter.

Civil War Officer John Dunbar is welcomed by a band of Lakota Indians when he's stationed at a military post in the American Frontier. Join me as I discuss the 1990 Oscar winner for best picture: Dances with Wolves.

What happens when a pair of con men decide to take down a mob boss? Join me as I discuss the 1973 Best Picture Oscar winner: The Sting

Father O'Malley is new to St Dominic's, and boy does he have some problems to solve! Join me as I discuss the 1944 Best Picture Oscar Winner: Going My Way

The moving story of Chiron, a young black man growing up in Miami, detailed in 3 defining chapters of his life, Join me as I discuss the 2016 Best Picture Oscar winner: Moonlight

A classic love triangle set in the backdrop of the old south. Join me as I discuss the 1939 Best Picture Oscar winner: Gone with the Wind

An over eager adoring fan isn't anything to worry about ... right? But Eve has big plans and everyone needs to watch their back. Join me as I discuss the 1950 Oscar winner for best picture: All About Eve.

Several racially motivated incidents are woven together during a 48 hour period in Los Angeles. Join me as I discuss the controversial 2005 Oscar winner for best picture: Crash