Best Drama Films of 1999
The Confession
Alec Baldwin and Amy ... is asked to defend a man for a murder;the victim, however, was the man who killed the lawyer's child. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Simpatico
Old rivalries lead to ... with this film; he also adapted the screenplay (in collaboration with David Nicholls) from the play by Sam Shepard. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Balzac
Gérard Depardieu stars as ... wane when critics respond coolly to his work. Balzac received its American premiere on the Bravo cable television network. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Hunter's Moon
A violent man will ... to avoid drawing the attention of the law. Hunter's Moon also stars Pat Hingle, Charles Napier, and Kate Barclay. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Sunshine
The fortunes of a ... Hungarian Revolution in 1956. Hungarian director Istvan Szabo co-wrote Sunshine's original screenplay in collaboration with American playwright Israel Horovitz. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Eyes Wide Shut
The final work of ... while Jennifer Jason Leigh was replaced by Marie Richardson after she had shot all her scenes and left town. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Talented Mr. Ripley
After the Oscar-winning The ... written by Patricia Highsmith; the story was previously filmed in 1960 as Purple Noon, with Alain Delon as Ripley. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Message in a Bottle
Based on the novel ... must cast off their emotional baggage and decide if they will pursue love even if it can't always last. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Bringing Out the Dead
This tense urban drama ... that Frank has fallen in love with, and John Goodman and Ving Rhames as two of Frank's fellow drivers. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Cider House Rules
John Irving scripted this ... look at both his moral principles and his future. Rapper Heavy D appears in the supporting cast as Peaches. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
RKO 281
When RKO Pictures began ... Malkovich as screenwriter Herman Mankiewicz, Brenda Blethyn as Hearst's movie columnist Louella Parsons, and Roy Scheider as George Schaefer. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Love Songs
Louis Gossett Jr. and ... Townsend take turns directing each other in this multi-part film about the many facets of love and passion. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Time Regained
An ambitious project of ... Pascal Greggory, and the Italian man of theatre, Marcello Mazzarella. Shown in competition at the 1999 Cannes Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Green Mile
Director Frank Darabont, who ... and Graham Greene as inmates awaiting dates with the electric chair; and Harry Dean Stanton as a clever trustee. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Black and White
The inner workings of ... Tyson, musician Bijou Phillips, Wu Tang Clan rapper Raekwon, model Claudia Schiffer, and Donald Trump's former spouse Marla Maples. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Rocky Marciano
Jon Favreau, George C. ... poverty through the often corrupt ranks of professional boxing to become the only undefeated heavyweight champion of the world. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Girl, Interrupted
In 1967, 19-year-old Susanna ... the autobiography of Susanna Kaysen, who really did spend a year-and-a-half in the McLean Psychiatric Hospital in Belmont, Massachusetts. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Big Kahuna
Three salesmen working for ... based the script on his play Hospitality Suite; Kevin Spacey was a co-producer as well as starring as Larry. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Prince of Central Park
A child discovers a ... Park was the first family film from the production company of Seagal/Nasso, co-founded by stone-faced action star Steven Seagal. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Random Hearts
Two people who've known ... affair. Random Hearts was directed by Sydney Pollack, who also worked with Harrison Ford on his previous film, Sabrina. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
A Map of the World
In this contemporary drama, ... Map of the World was adapted for the screen by Peter Hedges and Polly Platt and director Scott Elliott. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
David Copperfield
A distinguished cast highlights ... of the BBC and WGBH Boston. It received its American premier on the acclaimed anthology series Masterpiece Theatre. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Gloria
Director Sidney Lumet has ... Coincidentally, this would make the film very similar to the Brazilian Central Station, released at virtually the same time. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
An Affair of Love
In this drama, two ... they take him to a hospital. Une Liaison Pornographique was screened at the 1999 Venice and Toronto Film Festivals. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Simple Life of Noah Dearborn
Directed by Gregg Champion, ... the psychiatrist would formulate a strong, unique friendship. The Simple Life of Noah Dearborn also features actress Mary-Louise Parker. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
One Special Night
Originally aired on CBS, ... refuge in an empty cabin, the couple get over their initial personality conflicts to engage in a meaningful dialogue. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Escape to Watership Down
Based on the best ... provide music for this animated series, as has the original voice talents of John Hurt and Richard Briers. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Cruel Intentions
In an adaptation of ... wants anyway. Sebastian accepts the bet, but Annette turns out to be more than either of them bargained for. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Cradle Will Rock
The sometimes rocky relationship ... Watson) are also woven into the tapestry of this historical epic, which premiered at the 1999 Cannes Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Vendetta
Based on a true ... Christopher Walken and Bruce Davison (who previously starred in a very different look at New Orleans' past, French Quarter). [ best drama films - 1999 ]
True Crime
Investigative reporter Steve Everett ... inner demons, the reporter has 12 hours left to save the life of a man he knows is innocent. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
At First Sight
New York architect Amy ... on the basis of experience. This same story was also adapted into the play Molly Sweeney by Brian Friel. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
My Life So Far
Director Hugh Hudson, who ... editing room until 1999, when it was shown in a special benefit screening at the 1999 Cannes Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
For Love of the Game
Based on the novel ... Plan (1998) (although Raimi, a baseball fan born in Michigan, doubtless enjoyed making a film featuring the Detroit Tigers). [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Jesus' Son
In this independent drama, ... and based on the novel by Denis Johnson, Jesus' Son also features Dennis Hopper, Will Patton, and Jack Black. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Sopranos: Season 01
The first season of ... his midst--and when that mole is revealed in Season Two, it's a real heartbreaker for the troubled Mr. Soprano. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Other Sister
Twenty-two year old Carla ... to each other and find a way to stay together to face a world of adult opportunities and responsibilities. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Passion of Ayn Rand
The private life of ... autobiography about her years with Rand, The Passion Of Ayn Rand was premiered at the 1999 Sundance Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Virgin Suicides
A dark comedy punctuated ... Giovanni Ribisi. The film was shown as part of the Directors Fortnight series as the 1999 Cannes Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The West Wing: Season 01
The first season of ... assassination attempt -- and it will not be until the following season that the "casualty list" will be posted. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Titus
One of William Shakespeare's ... participants unscathed. The supporting cast includes Colm Feore as Marcus, Harry Lennix as Aaron, and James Frain as Bassianus. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Summer of Sam
In the summer of ... hallmarks), Summer of Sam was shown as part of the Directors Fortnight series at the 1999 Cannes Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Music of the Heart
After devoting his career ... on a true story; the real Roberta Guaspari-Tzavaras and her students can be seen in the documentary Small Wonders. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Holy Smoke
It's said that sex ... Campion, herself a director, co-authored the screenplay; Pam Grier appears in a supporting role as P.J.'s partner and girlfriend. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Snow Falling on Cedars
Nine years after the ... based on the best-selling novel by David Guterson, adapted for the screen by Ron Bass and writer/director Scott Hicks. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
October Sky
NASA engineer Homer H. ... nostalgic glimpse of life in the mid-50's and a look at the earliest days of our journey into space. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Cherry Orchard
Renowned Greek filmmaker Michael ... Gaev, Katrin Cartlidge as Lyubov's ward Varya, and Michael Gough and Frances de la Tour as the family's servants. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Hurricane
In 1966, Rubin "Hurricane" ... Lesra Martin, and John Hannah, Liev Schreiber and Deborah Unger as the Canadian activists. Veteran filmmaker Norman Jewison directed. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Liberty Heights
Writer/director Barry Levinson returns ... Tom Waits wrote several original songs for the film, while Andrea Morricone (daughter of Ennio Morricone) wrote the score. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Onegin
Another member of the ... years later, a older and more humble Onegin re-encounters the married Tatyana and begs her for a second chance. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Magical Legend of the Leprechauns
An American businessman rents ... embroiled in a fierce dispute between the leprechauns and their enemies, the fairies, that only he can help settle. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Tuesdays With Morrie
Detroit Free Press sports ... death, and they soon begin to meet on a weekly basis as Mitch reassumes the role of Morrie's student. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Deep End of the Ocean
Beth Cappadora (Michelle Pfeiffer), ... was supposed to be watching Ben at the time he disappeared, and has been suffering from guilt ever since. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
A Walk on the Moon
The personal turning points ... Walk On The Moon was produced in part by Dustin Hoffman, and premiered at the 1999 Sundance Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Dangerous Evidence
A civil rights activist ... to the defense of an African-American marine who was convicted of rape, but is widely believed to be innocent. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Corrupt
Top selling rappers Ice-T ... served as producer for this project; the supporting cast includes Ernie Hudson, Jr., Tarsha Nicole Jones, and T.J. Storm. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Brotherhood of Murder
This drama is based ... and in time Thomas approaches the FBI, risking his life to act as an informant against the racist group. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Hide and Seek
Some people just shouldn't ... born, and then raise the baby as their own. Hide and Seek was also released under the title Cord. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Invisible Child
Writer Ron Bass and ... rational perspective to the situation. They all work together to save the family and rid Annie of her delusions. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Holy Joe
Can a man who ... Joe originally aired March 28, 1999, on CBS, and has since been rebroadcast under the title Man of Miracles. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
JAG: Season 05
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East-West
French director Regis Wargnier's ... The Prisoner of the Mountains; and Azeri scriptwriter Rustam Ibragimbekov, best remembered for his scripts of Nikita Mikhalkov films. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The End of the Affair
Based on the novel ... in 1955 by Edward Dmytryk; this version was written for the screen and directed by Academy Award-winner Neil Jordan. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Lost Son
The Lost Son brings ... sums up the thrust of the film: a silent boy urinating on the corpse of one of his torturers. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Passing Glory
Set in the institutionally ... having its heart in the right place, Passing Glory made its TNT cable network bow on February 21, 1999. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Florentine
The regulars at a ... Stuart Masterson). The screenplay by Damien Gray and Tom Benson was adapted from the Off-Broadway drama penned by Gray. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
To Walk With Lions
The story of George ... was financed in part by Kenyans and was filmed in Kenya with the support and cooperation of state authorities. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Aftershock: Earthquake in New York
A major earthquake brings ... in November 1999, Aftershock: Earthquake in New York also features Cicely Tyson, Erika Eleniak, Jennifer Garner, and Fred Weller. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Devil's Arithmetic
Kirsten Dunst stars in ... Poland in 1941, where she learns a valuable lesson about the struggles of her family -- and her people. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Bridge
Actor Gerard Depardieu co-directed ... crisis in his parents' marriage while he's sorting out his own infatuation with Ms. Daboval's daughter, Lisbeth (Melanie Laurent). [ best drama films - 1999 ]
A Lesson Before Dying
Don Cheadle, Mekhi Phifer, ... counsel him as he awaits execution. A Lesson Before Dying is based on a novel by Ernest J. Gaines. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Boys Don't Cry
Based on a true ... Boys Don't Cry was enthusiastically received in its showings at 1999 film festivals in Venice, Toronto, and New York. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
In a Class of His Own
Lou Diamond Phillips stars ... his wife (Cara Buono), a teacher (Joan Chen), and the school's students, he perseveres and eventually earns his degree. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
A Good Baby
A small town's secrets ... The directorial debut for Katherine Dieckmann, A Good Baby was screened at the 1999 Los Angeles Independent Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Third Miracle
A priest finds his ... investigating allegations of a modern-day miracle, not the sort of subject one might have expected to become a trend. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Varsity Blues
In his first feature ... girlfriend, Lance's sister Jules (Amy Smart). Oh, and Mox must also win the championship and prove himself the hero. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Three Secrets
Jaclyn Smith, Tyne Daly, ... a remake of a 1950 melodrama, in which Patricia Neal, Eleanor Parker, and Ruth Roman played the three women. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Big Brass Ring
An unproduced screenplay written ... It A Sling Blade, a short film later expanded by Billy Bob Thornton into his award-winning feature Sling Blade. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Shergar
A boy-and-his-horse tale loosely ... reform school. Kevin and the horse are subsequently befriended by a tinker (Ian Holm) and his granddaughter (Laura Murphy). [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Ride With the Devil
A complex tale of ... whose previous project was a very different look at America's past, the 1970s domestic drama The Ice Storm (1997). [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Twin Falls Idaho
Identical twin brothers Mark ... get over the guilt of abandoning his brother? Is life worth living when a part of you is gone? [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Ravenous
In 1847, many Americans ... are soon drawn into the frenzy and Boyd is soon left with the choice of eating or being eaten. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Winslow Boy
Playwright and filmmaker David ... North, who plays the First Lord of the Admiralty, played Ronnie in the first film version of the story. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Brokedown Palace
Two carefree Americans embark ... Kaplan, who previously dealt with judicial injustice in The Accused and teens in difficult circumstances in Over the Edge. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Body Shots
After making his directorial ... latter of which was reportedly axed to avoid legal problems with the company that makes the gelatin dessert product. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Life Before This
Exploring concepts of fate ... ironic resonance when juxtaposed with the day's bloody ending. This film was screened at the 1999 Toronto Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Book of Stars
This independent drama examines ... neighbor. The Book Of Stars received its world premier as part of the 1999 South By Southwest Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Limbo
Writer/director John Sayles once ... with a new song by Bruce Springsteen, "Lift Me Up"; Sayles directed three Springsteen music videos in the 1980s. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Miss Julie
August Strindberg's once-controversial play ... was also Figgis's second film of 1999, following the release of his experimental feature The Loss of Sexual Innocence. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit: Season 01
The first season of ... crossover plot with its parent series, Law & Order, allowing the casts of both series to work in concert. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Joe the King
Actor Frank Whaley makes ... camera, including Ethan Hawke, John Leguizamo, and Austin Pendleton. Joe The King premiered at the 1999 Sundance Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Gift of Love: The Daniel Huffman Story
This inspiring drama is ... this means an end to his career in football. The film stars Debbie Reynolds, Ed Marinaro, and Elden Henson. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Behind the Mask
The made-for-TV Behind the ... Jones makes an appearance at the end of Behind the Mask, which first aired February 28, 1999 on CBS. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
It Came From the Sky
John Ritter, JoBeth Williams, ... are suddenly introduced to a pair of wealthy eccentrics who give them a lesson in how to enjoy life. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Straight Story
David Lynch offers an ... Actor; it would prove to be his final screen appearance, as he died a year after the film's release. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Wonderland
The members of a ... becoming a chef. Wonderland received enthusiastic reviews for its ensemble cast when shown at the 1999 Cannes Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Dawson's Creek: Season 03
Season three of Dawson's ... far more memorably, with American network television's first gay teenage kiss, between Jack and his boyfriend, Ethan (Adam Kaufman). [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Light It Up
Noted R&B artist and ... school. The cast includes another R&B hitmaker, Usher, as well as Forest Whitaker, Vanessa L. Williams, and Rosario Dawson. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Great Expectations
Charles Dickens' classic novel, ... made its American premier on the PBS cultural series Masterpiece Theatre, where it was shown as a three-part miniseries. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Drowning On Dry Land
Barbara Hershey stars in ... begin to talk and understand one another. Drowning on Dry Land was screened at the 1999 Flanders Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Mary, Mother of Jesus
"The Greatest Story Ever ... be, will be. Filmed (incredibly) in and around Budapest, Mary, Mother of Jesus debuted November 14, 1999 on NBC. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Love Letters
Stanley Donen directed this ... featured only two actors on a bare stage), Love Letters also features Kirsten Storms, Tim Redwine, and Jackie Richards. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The '60s
Originally aired as a ... songs of the era, including a new recording of Bob Dylan's Chimes Of Freedom by Dylan and Joan Osborne. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Morgan's Ferry
A woman whom life ... she hides him from the police on her property. Morgan's Ferry also stars Roscoe Lee Browne and Muse Watson. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The X-Files: Season 07
The seventh season of ... final seasons, the role of Scully's partner would ultimately be filled by Robert Patrick as Special Agent John Doggett. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Yerma
Upon learning that her ... force her to abandon her plan, Yerma's internal conflict soon begins to take its toll on her mental health. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Pola X
Eight years after Les ... title of Melville's book, Pierre, ou, les Ambiguites. The film screened in competition at the 1999 Cannes Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Pups
Two bored suburban kids ... -- only two days before two armed high school students went on a tragic killing spree in Littleton, CO. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Introducing Dorothy Dandridge
Dorothy Dandridge was a ... made-for-cable biographical drama stars Halle Berry as Dorothy Dandridge, supported by Brent Spiner, Obba Babatunde, and Klaus Maria Brandauer. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Waterproof
A woman dealing with ... that has helped keep her family together. Waterproof was the first feature film directed by former screenwriter Barry Berman. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
A Cool, Dry Place
Vince Vaughn stars in ... Smith, best known for Dangerous Minds, shot the Kansas sequences on location in Ontario, Canada; Dallas, however, plays itself. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
My Little Assassin
This made-for-TV drama was ... stars Robert Davi, Ada Maris, and Scott Paulin. The real Marita Lorenz served as an advisor to the production. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Oz: Season 03
Idealistic, "New Age" unit ... a bitter racial showdown. The season ends with a not-so-merry Christmas for all, and to all a bad night. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Felicity: Season 02
Season two of Felicity ... Zone spoof in which the viewer learns a lot more about Felicity's somewhat spooky roommate Meghan Rotundi (Amanda Foreman). [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Angela's Ashes
Based on the Pulitzer ... directed by Alan Parker, who previously looked at Irish life in The Commitments (1991); Laura Jones wrote the screenplay. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Goya In Bordeaux
Carlos Saura, one of ... for years, and he was ably assisted in recreating the look of Goya's paintings by master cinematographer Vittorio Storaro. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Cotton Mary
Ismail Merchant, best known ... who has written a series of books on Indian cuisine; her daughter, Sakina Jaffrey, also appears in the film. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
More Than Puppy Love
In this touching drama ... pet and the desire to help others. More Than Puppy Love stars Diane Ladd, Pamela Bach, and Craig Benton. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
On the QT
The musical drama On ... a wise older musician (James Earl Jones), and a singer who can offer him real career assistance (Trudie Styler). [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Hi-Line
Award-winning soundman Ron Judkins ... out in search of Vera's biological mother. The Hi-Line was shown in competition at the 1999 Sundance Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Passion's Way
Robert Allan Ackerman's Passion's ... engage in a series of psychological battles in order to defeat each other in this battle of the heart. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Loss of Sexual Innocence
Director Mike Figgis, creator ... Tunisia, Italy, and England, the film is an exploration of sex and loss through the life of one individual. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
ER: Season 06
The impossibly obstreperous Dr. ... facing a crucial decision: seek out treatment for his ever-growing drug dependency or destroy whatever career he has left. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Felicia's Journey
Directed by Atom Egoyan, ... Based on a novel by William Trevor, Felicia's Journey was shown in competition at the 1999 Cannes Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Corndog Man
Noble Willingham stars as ... is played by Jim Holmes, who also co-wrote the script with Andrew Shea (who also directed) and David Steen. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Rites of Passage
Two brothers and their ... directed by Victor Salva and was screened as part of the 1999 San Francisco Lesbian and Gay Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Children of the Century
While pioneering pre-feminist author ... decision she comes to regret. Les Enfants du Siecle had its world premiere at the 1999 Toronto Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Take Me Home: The John Denver Story
Henry John Deutchendorf started ... his original recordings on the soundtrack; originally produced for CBS, the film was first aired April 30, 2000. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
A Secret Affair
Vanessa Stewart (Janine Turner) ... full title of this made-for-TV feature left any doubt), A Secret Affair first aired October 27, 1999 on CBS. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Mistaken Identity
Based on an actual ... Babies: Switched at Birth on November 24, 1999, the film has since been released to video as Mistaken Identity. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Junked
A former thug finds ... comes knocking at his door, he must revert to his old ways if he hopes to get out alive. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Grey Owl
Archibald Belaney was a ... Archie's true heritage. (In reality, Archie Grey Owl's true idenity did not become public knowledge until after his death.) [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Speed of Life
A young man is ... dark, but compelling, story won a respectful response in its screening at the 1999 Los Angeles Independent Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The War Zone
Noted actor Tim Roth ... the 1999 Sundance Film Festival and was named Best New British Feature at the 1999 Edinburgh International Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Tumbleweeds
Gavin O'Connor directed, co-wrote ... screen debut in this film, which also features notable character actor Michael J. Pollard as Mary Jo's eccentric boss. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
El Cometa
A period piece that ... Victor begin a romance and Valentina becomes the new star of the show while trying to elude the police. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Road Kill
A film student discovers ... this film, which also features Brian Vander Ark from the rock band The Verve Pipe in a supporting role. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
El Coronel No Tiene Quien Le Escriba
Based on the novel ... appearance as the prostitute who had a relationship with Agustin. In competition at the 52nd Cannes Film Festival, 1999. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Basket
In this drama about ... special basketball game; if the neighborhood team wins, it will mean a new harvesting machine for the local farmers. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Black and Blue
Based on the "Oprah ... from believable characterizations and logical plot twists, the made-for-TV Black and Blue originally aired November 14, 1999 on CBS. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Alegria
The acclaimed Canadian performance ... original stage production and blends the talents of several noted film actors with the stars of the Cirque company. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Double Platinum
Two generations of R&B ... Television, Double Platinum was first aired in May of 1999, and was released on home video two months later. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Pirates of Silicon Valley
This tech-world biopic traces ... only on that book's final chapters. Produced for cable channel TNT, Pirates of Silicon Valley debuted June 18, 1999. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Selma Lord Selma
Noted African-American independent filmmaker ... the national holiday commemorating Dr. King's birthday; the broadcast featured an introduction by Dr. King's widow, Coretta Scott King. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Pan Tadeusz
Legendary Polish filmmaker Andrzej ... which in many ways sums up Wajda's long and illustrious career, was a massive success in its native Poland. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Monsignor Renard
Created by Russell Lewis, ... townsmen against their Nazi "hosts." Monsignor Renard was presented by Carlton Television from March 27 to April 17, 2000. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Home Team
Steve Guttenberg stars in ... a youth soccer team, and offers to serve as coach. Home Team also features Sophie Loran and Ryan Slater. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Blue Valley Songbird
Dolly Parton stars as ... however, is certain that if he loses Leanna as a client, he'll lose her as a girlfriend as well. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Profiler: Season 04
The fourth and final ... originally scheduled to air at an earlier date, brings Profiler to an end with everyone's fate still dangling precipitously. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Last Best Sunday
Two teenagers, each dealing ... playing Ralph Malf on the sit-com Happy Days; his former co-star Marion Ross briefly appears in a supporting role. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Price of a Broken Heart
ER's Laura Innes heads ... The Price of a Broken Heart is one of the more ubiquitous entries in that cable service's film library. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Oliver Twist
This 2000 television adaptation ... As an added bonus, the miniseries' score, by Paul Pritchard, contains additional music by none other than Elvis Costello. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Wives and Daughters
Debuting November 28, 1999, ... denouement. In America, Wives and Daughters was seen as part of PBS' Masterpiece Theatre anthology beginning April 2, 2001. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Double Down
A tightly-knit foursome of ... find out what's thicker these four friends will finally find out where their love, loyalty, and honor truly lies. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Invisibles
This independent drama about ... features a score by former Camper Van Beethoven member Jonathan Segel, who also plays the apparition of John Lennon. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Same River Twice
Four men trying to ... to propose marriage to his longtime girlfriend. Same River Twice was the first feature film for director Scott Featherstone. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Pornographer
One man's fascination with ... Wasson also served as associate producer for this film, which was shown at the 1999 Santa Barbara Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Under Hellgate Bridge
Soap icon Michael Rodrick ... Soon a vicious rivalry develops with ugly results. Under Hellgate Bridge was screened at the 1999 Montreal Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Nanny
One of the masters ... Bruni Tedeschi and newcomer Maya Sansa is worthy of mention. In competition at the 52nd Cannes Film Festival, 1999. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Charisma
Idiosyncratic auteur Kiyoshi Kurosawa ... 1999 Cannes Film Festival and as a part of the director's spotlight at the 1999 Toronto International Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
After the Rain
A character drama from ... the Rain was written and directed by Ross Kettle, whose screenplay was adapted from his own play, Soweto's Burning. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Tavern
Bartender Ronnie (Cameron Dye) ... feature debut for director Walter Foote, and was screened at Ireland's Galway Film Festival in the summer of 1999. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Godmother
The theme of how ... includes several musical numbers, was shown as part of the World Cinema program at the 1999 Montreal Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Butterfly
Veteran director Jose Luis ... the boy's life changes forever. La Lengua de las Mariposas was screened at the 1999 San Sebastian Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
ABCD
New York University film ... eyes for sexy white co-worker Julia (Jennifer Dorr White). This film was screened in the 1999 London Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Bad Company
Inspired by true events ... to help her achieve happiness without succumbing to the indulgent depths to which the foursome is rapidly becoming accustomed. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Pirates: Blood Brothers
Italian helmer Lamberto Bava ... dead or alive. Note: the Silver Nitrate home video release of this film is dubbed from Italian into English. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Thicker Than Water
A stellar roster of ... the gang rivalry between DJ and Lonzo. Mack 10 served as executive producer and helped write the original story. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Blue Ridge Fall
A teenager finds himself ... as they hoped. End of Innocence features a strong supporting cast, including Amy Irving, Chris Isaak, and Tom Arnold. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Straight From the Heart
Romantic misunderstandings, unrequited love, ... in India, and was enthusiastically received in screenings at the 2000 Vancouver Film Festival and 2000 Seattle Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Sydney: A Story of a City
Produced in the run-up ... features breathtaking images of the city, making Sydney look like a fine place for the whole family to visit. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Every Woman Knows a Secret
Director Paul Seed and ... lover only to find that you can't escape the secrets of the past no matter how far you run. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Aimée & Jaguar
The opening film of ... Aimée & Jaguar, while the film received the Teddy Award, given to films dealing with gay and lesbian issues. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
It All Starts Today
Ça commence aujourd'hui, a ... Film Critics) at the 49th International Berlin Film Festival, 1999. Tavernier was previously the 1995 Berlin Golden Bear winner. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Solomon and Gaenor
A romantic drama about ... the skillful performances by Ioan Gruffudd and Nia Roberts, as well as Nina Kellgren's photography and Ilona Sekacz's score. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Bolei Chi Sing
A romantic drama, Bolei ... of these two couples as a metaphor for the changes Hong Kong went through over the past three decades. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Cash Crop
Andy Yates (Wil Horneff) ... who became a teen heartthrob with his roles in the film Varsity Blues and the TV series Dawson's Creek. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Under the Sun
Colin Nutley produced, directed ... performances of its three leads and the photography of Jens Fischer; leading actress Bergstrom is also director Nutley's wife. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Coyotes
Documentary filmmaker Kevin McCarey ... style and realistic depiction of the shifting father/daughter relationship give this film clear ties to McCarey's earlier nonfiction work. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Beloved/Friend
One of the most ... this film, which was screened as part of the Panorama section of the 49th International Berlin Film Festival, 1999. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Journey to the Sun
Günese Yolculuk is a ... for the Best European Film On A Burning Contemporray Issue at the 49th International Berlin Film Festival in 1999. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Simon the Magician
Filmmaker Ildiko Enyedi, best ... are more spiritual. Simon mágus won awards for directing, acting and cinematography at the 1999 Hungarian Film Week Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Petits Frères
Jacques Doillon's films tend ... to find Kim that she is ready to do anything. In her search for her dog, she discovers solidarity. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Color of Paradise
Director Majid Majidi, whose ... giving thoughts to re-marrying, and considers his handicapped son to be a stumbling block in his future matrimonial plans. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Trans
A sensitive but misguided ... Festival, the 1999 Berlin Film Festival, the 1999 Sundance Film Festival, and the 1999 South By Southwest Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Flores de Otro Mundo
Based on a true ... won several international awards. The film was screened in the International Critics' Week of the 1999 Cannes Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Prodigy
Edward T. McDougal's drama ... discovered. When the truth is uncovered, the brothers show the selfless qualities that Nathan has brought out in them. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Not of This World
Fuori Dal Mondo/Not of ... herself. Fuori Dal Mondo/Not of This World marks the fourth collaboration between actress Margherita Buy and director Giuseppe Piccioni. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Ave Maria
Set in 17th century ... at all cost. The directorial debut from Eduardo Rossoff, Ave Maria was shown at the 1999 Guadalajara Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Dumbarton Bridge
A father and daughter ... from writer/director Charles Koppelman, Dumbarton Bridge features a score of vintage jazz classics assembled by legendary producer Orrin Keepnews. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
L'Humanité
Bruno Dumont drew attention ... Caneele shared the Best Actress award with Emilie Dequenne of Rosetta and Emmanuel Schotte won the Best Actor award. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Moloch
Each film of Alexandre ... by theater actors from Berlin. The film received the Best Screenplay award of the 52nd Cannes Film Festival, 1999. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Kadosh
A dark drama of ... Destined to be controversial in its native Israel, Kadosh/Sacred was shown in competition at the 1999 Cannes Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Other
Egyptian director Youssef Chahine ... to put up makes them grow strong, for which they pay a heavy price. 52nd Cannes Film Festival, 1999. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Vanaprastham
Shaji Karun's love story ... Mohanlal (who is also the co-producer), in the role of Kunhikuttan. 52nd Cannes Film Festival, Un Certain Regard, 1999. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Voyages
Three older Jewish women ... as an assistant director for Krzysztof Kieslowski and made a short film that won a César award in France. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Bellyfruit
In this independent drama, ... not sure who the father is. Bellyfruit was shown as part of the 1999 Los Angeles Independent Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Dream Catcher
Low-budget filmmaker Ed Radtke's ... competition at the 1999 Locarno International Film Festival, where it received the second prize of the Young Jury (UBS). [ best drama films - 1999 ]
In the Flesh
A gay cop is ... particular. In The Flesh was the directorial debut for screenwriter Ben Taylor, who previously penned several successful German features. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Sweet Thing
Emerging artist Sean Fields ... his name and prevent him from winning a seat in Congress. It all comes to a horribly violent end. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Life Is to Whistle
A group of Havana ... several of the world's top film festivals in 1999, including the Sundance, Berlin, Munich and Karlovy Vary Film Festivals. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Height of the Sky
A period piece set ... Of The Sky received positive notices for its screenings at the 1999 Dances With Films Festival Of The Unknowns. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Murder in China Basin
In this modern noir-style ... for The Murder In China Basin, which was screened at the 1999 Dances With Films Festival of the Unknowns. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
So Close to Paradise
So Close to Paradise ... first screening outside China at the 1998 Mainland-Hong Kong-Taiwan Film Festival where it went by the title Vietnam Girl. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Jimmy Zip
A boy learns to ... Hollywood Film Festival, where it won a special prize for best film with a budget under one million dollars. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Skin of Man, Heart of Beast
The first feature film ... Leopard at the 1999 Locarno International Film Festival and Serge Riaboukine was awarded a Bronze Leopard as Best Actor. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Himalaya: L'Enfance D'Un Chef
Himalaya, l'Enfance d'un Chef ... the high pass. Himalaya, l'Enfance d'un Chef was shown out of competition at the 1999 Locarno International Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Men and Women
Nannan Nunu (Men and ... the FIPRESCI (International Federation of Film Critics) award for its non-conformist theme at the 1999 Locarno International Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Moonlight Whispers
The directorial debut of ... questions about the nature of freedom and love. This film was screened at the 1999 Toronto Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Other Conquest
In this historical drama ... box-office success in Mexico, enjoying the biggest opening weekend of any Mexican film in history on its home turf. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Seventeen Years
In this drama, a ... that caused him run-ins with the Chinese government; this film was released concurrently with his documentary feature Crazy English. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Lies
This erotic drama follows ... while never having an unexpurgated version screened domestically. This film was screened at the 1999 Toronto Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Cuando vuelvas a mi lado
Spanish director Gracia Querejeta ... in finding their father's whereabouts. Cuando Vuelvas a Mi Lado was screened at the 1999 San Sebastian Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Human Resources
In this drama, a ... 1999 San Sebastian Film Festival, where Laurent Cantet received the New Directors Award for best first or second feature. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
That Championship Season
A group of four ... anniversary of their high school basketball championship season. The reunion turns dark, however, when long hidden secrets are revealed. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Crane World
Argentine filmmaker Pablo Trapero ... start proves to be harder than he first thought. Mundo Grua was screened at the 1999 Venice Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Na Shan Na Ren Na Gou
Huo Jianqi, former art ... mail but also about his own father. Postmen in the Mountains was screened at the 1999 Montreal Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Orfeu
Legendary Brazilian director Carlos ... is forced to endure a brutal test for his love. Orfeu was screened at the 1999 Toronto Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Black Eyed Dog
Paul Maguire heads the ... Sian demands more attention after years of neglect. Black Eyed Dog was screened at the 1999 Boston Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Charming Billy
Director William R. Pace ... weight proves to be too great and he starts his rampage. Charming Billy debuted at the L.A./AFI Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Where a Good Man Goes
Noted Hong Kong director ... relationship, until outside events complicate matters. Where a Good Man Goes was screened at the 1999 Pusan Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Nang Nak
Nonzee Nimibutr, whose previous ... a hirsute Buddhist ghostbuster to thwart the supernatural scourge. Nang Nak was screened at the 1999 Vancouver Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Ratas, Ratones, Rateros
USC-educated Ecuadorean director Sebastian ... away attending a graduation ceremony. The violence soon follows. This film was screened at the 1999 Venice Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Tokyo Psycho
Toshiaki Toyoda makes his ... who has the hots for Kamijo, swipes the acid and tries to sell it herself, things turn very violent. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Hot Boyz
A kid from the ... city tries to find his way through corruption, crime and injustice. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Beyond the Ocean
Tony Pemberton directs this ... Walker (Sage), a DJ with extra space in his apartment. This film premiered at the 2000 Sundance Film Festival. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Shooting the Past
This 1999 British film ... has failed, attempts suicide, and the final moments of the film reveal whether Bates and the photos will survive. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Blood and Honor
As war tears apart ... features Michelle Bauer as the elder of the two sisters and Maria Ortiz as the family's fiery Cajun servant. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Colorz of Rage
A mixed-race couple confront ... is worth all the trouble. Colorz of Rage also features hip-hop star Redman and R&B singer Cheryl "Pepsii" Riley. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Straight Out of Compton
Four men learn that ... men who wronged him. Straight Outta Compton was the first feature film from writer, director, and star Ryan Combs. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Legend of Speed
Directed by Andrew Lau, ... racer), Sky sets off for Thailand. This film also features Cecilia Cheung, Simon Yam, Patrick Tam, and Moses Chan. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Alchemists
Based on the novel ... research scientist. The Alchemists aired in two parts over Britain's Channel 5 on November 15 and November 16, 1999. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Expose
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A Love Divided
Based on a true ... increasingly surreal. Directed by Sydney Macartney, the film also features Liam Cunningham, Jim Norton, Peter Caffrey, and Brian McGrath. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Born to Lose
In this gritty independent ... performances by Iggy and the Stooges, The Modern Lovers, The Lazy Cowgirls, The Zeros, The Streetwalkin' Cheetahs, and more. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Bramwell: Series 04
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The Homeboy
David McCrea stars as ... Hooligan. The first directorial effort from filmmaker Dave Gebroe, The Homeboy also features former MTV veejay Downtown Julie Brown. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
After All
One of the first ... activist who may have been framed for murder.After All made its American cable TV debut on December 3, 1999. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Aristocrats
Based on a true ... to new ideas, and they and their families become embroiled in struggles between the masses and the privileged few. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
Set in upstate New ... The Legend of Sleepy Hollow made its Hallmark Channel bow on October 23, 1999, just in time for Halloween. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Miracle on the 17th Green
When 50-year-old ad man ... adapted from a novel by James Patterson and Peter DeJong, and initially broadcast by CBS on December 19, 1999. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Nancherrow
This sequel to the ... by Rosemund Pilcher, the two two-hour installments of Nancherrow were telecast by ITV on April 4 and 5, 1999. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Intimate Betrayal
A woman on the ... with Knight, but she also begins to realize he may know more about the murder than he's letting on. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Joey Goes to Jail
Joey has made a ... one last time before he retires to the cell he'll be confined to for a long time to come. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
En un Claroscuro De La Luna
As the world spins ... hope for a happy future has been lost, the power of love offers newfound hope for a brighter tomorrow. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
No Higher Love
Based on a true ... debuted February 16, 1999, and has since become a fixture of cable TV under the title No Higher Love. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
The Distraction
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Shades
Erik van Looy's Shades ... lead actor with serious addiction issues, and a young female actress willing to do anything to have a career. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
El Mar De Lucas
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Last Chance
When dreams collide in ... his dreams, she may find the courage and inspiration to start anew and truly live life to its fullest. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Homicide: Life on the Street - Season 07
In the seventh and ... (Kyle Secor), whose career with the Baltimore PD began with the series' first episode...and ends with the last one. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Lethal Vows
When years of medical ... Ritter) current wife leads her to enlist the aid of a detective in uncovering the truth behind her suffering. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Bad Girls: Series 01
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Tres Mujeres
Tres Mujeres involves the ... her intense desire to have another child. Fatima is preparing to marry a man who is cheating on her. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
For the Love of Aaron
Family Ties' Meredith Baxter ... embarks on a courtroom fight as well as a fight to maintain her own sanity. Nick Mancuso also stars. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Joseph's Gift
Philippe Mora's drama Joseph's ... Joseph confronts his family, and must decide if he will sink to their level, or take the high road. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Ab Dilli Dur Nahin
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Death of a G
Lifelong friends find themselves ... hip-hop artists, including Lil' Keke, C-Note and D-Red of the Botany Boys, Mass 187, and the late DJ Screw. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
Love Is Strange
Here's something you don't ... You aren't dead yet! Produced for the Lifetime cable channel, Love Is Strange first aired on February 8, 1999. [ best drama films - 1999 ]
White Valentine
A young girl posing ... much misery as he, and soon these two will meet - if not by sheer chance, then by fate. [ best drama films - 1999 ]Supplemental Navigation
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