Peggy Ashcroft

The Pedestrian -- Most of us walk to get from A to B. But there are those who are obsessed with getting to B quicker than everyone else. Jonathon Collins is such a walker. In fact, he's never lost a 'Walk Off' in his life. This is a statistic that he's a bit too keen to sh

Pedestrian -- Pedestrian follows an older man as he comes back from his weekly trip to the market. It is quickly evident that he has a unique perspective of the world around him; one that almost gets him into trouble. Through his encounters with other members of the human race, we find that maybe we all should be a little more like him. Written and Directed by Ken Hirose Story by Ken Hirose Edited by Jay O. Justice

Shirley MacLaine stars as the eccentric and endearing Madame Sousatzka, a flamboyant piano instructor who teaches gifted students how to play, and how to live. In her dark London flat that serves as a shrine to her troubled musical past, Madame Sousatzka begins teaching a charismatic young prodigy named Manek (Navin Chowdhry). Pulling Manek away from Madame's disciplined teachings are his ambitious mother, a relentless talent agent, and his own desire to follow the reckless whims of a teenage life. When her talented young protege decides to debut at a prestigious concert against her wishes, Madame Sousatzka once again faces the pain of losing a cherished part of her life to the changing world around her. Oscar®-winning director John Schlesinger paints a rich, multi-layered portrait in this uplifting, critically-acclaimed drama co-starring Peggy Ashcroft, Shabana Azmi and Twiggy.

Director Tony Richardson (Tom Jones) returns with another adaptation of a Henry Fielding novel. This one, written in 1742, chronicles the rise of young Joseph Andrews (Peter Firth of Equus) who ascends from mere servant to become the personal footman - and the fancy of - Lady Booby (Ann-Margret). He battles seductions, robberies and rogues while trying to remain faithful to his true love - an equally innocent servant girl. Meanwhile, Lady Booby carefully tries to conceal her humble origins and a couple of not-so-well-kept secrets.

While living in London, a Bengali immigrant (Shabana Azmi) strives to support the talents of her piano-playing child prodigy (Navin Chowdhry). Her search for a teacher to hone her son's gift leads to the Russian-born Madame Sousatzka (Shirley MacLaine, in a Golden Globe-winning performance), a woman who demands total commitment. When Sousatzka insists that her new pupil live his life in a "proper" manner, major conflicts arise between the two.

A flamboyant piano instructor who teaches gifted students how to play, and how to live. In her dark London flat that serves as a shrine to her troubled musical past, Madame Sousatzka begins teaching a charismatic young prodigy named Manek (Navin Chowdhry). Pulling Manek away from Madame's disciplined teachings are his ambitious mother, a relentless talent agent, and his own desire to follow the reckless whims of a teenage life. When her talented young protege decides to debut at a prestigious concert against her wishes, Madame Sousatzka once again faces the pain of losing a cherished part of her life to the changing world around her.

A flamboyant piano instructor who teaches gifted students how to play, and how to live. In her dark London flat that serves as a shrine to her troubled musical past, Madame Sousatzka begins teaching a charismatic young prodigy named Manek (Navin Chowdhry). Pulling Manek away from Madame's disciplined teachings are his ambitious mother, a relentless talent agent, and his own desire to follow the reckless whims of a teenage life. When her talented young protege decides to debut at a prestigious concert against her wishes, Madame Sousatzka once again faces the pain of losing a cherished part of her life to the changing world around her.

A brilliant 15-year-old pianist in modern London is sent to take lessons from Madame Sousatzka, a formidably competent, dedicated, and eccentric spinster. She takes the boy completely under her wing, teaching him how to live as well as how to play.

Alec Guinness and Judy Davis star in the sweeping drama of an English girl who travels to India andaccuses a native of rape. Nominated for 11 Academy Awards(r).

Alec Guinness and Judy Davis star in the sweeping drama of an English girl who travels to India andaccuses a native of rape. Nominated for 11 Academy Awards(r).

This adaptation of a Henry Fielding novel, written in 1742, chronicles the rise of a young Joseph Andrews who ascends from mere servant to become the personal footman and fancy of Lady Booby.

Tony Richardson attempts to re-create the glory days of Tom Jones in this adaptation of the 1742 Henry Fielding novel.