Colin Welland

War of the Buttons -- The children of two Irish towns located on either side of an inlet in County Cork, form small armies and battle against each other in a neverending quest for supremacy.

Chariots of Fire -- This inspirational film won four Academy Awards, taking top honors as Best Picture and the Golden Globe Award for Best Foreign Film.

Oscar-winner Gene Hackman ("Behind Enemy Lines," "Unforgiven") is a middle-aged Seattle steelworker content with his job and his family, but feels that something is missing in his life. Visiting a local tavern to celebrate his 50th birthday, he finds himself enchanted with the young, very sexy barmaid. In less time than it takes to down his beer, he resolves to leave his wife and daughters in favor of a fresh start with his new "conquest." Their resulting affair takes its toll on his family, especially his wife, who suddenly must start over again. Also starring Oscar-nominee Ann Margret ("Any Given Sunday," "Grumpier Old Men"), Oscar-winner Ellen Burstyn ("The Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood"), Oscar-nominee Amy Madigan ("Pollock," "Field of Dreams") and Golden Globe-winner Brian Dennehy ("Presumed Innocent," TV's "Fail Safe").

This inspirational film won four Academy Awards, taking top honors as Best Picture and the Golden Globe Award for Best Foreign Film. This classic look at the competitive spirit features two runners competing for Olympic glory in their own fashion and for their own separate reasons. The Oscar-winning score by Vangelis ("Blade Runner") perfectly complements the extraordinary performances and engaging story.