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Love. Lies. The brink of madness

This isn’t just a movie catalogue — it’s a vault of raw emotion and riveting suspense. From aching romances to slow-burn thrillers, every title is handpicked to haunt, seduce, and hold you hostage.

Human Desire |  (1954)

A returning Korean War veteran becomes entangled in a web of passion, jealousy, and murder after taking a job with the railroad. Starring Glenn Ford as the conflicted hero, Gloria Grahame as the alluring femme fatale, and Broderick Crawford as her violent husband, the film simmers with tension and betrayal. Directed by Fritz Lang, Human Desire is a taut film noir that explores the darker side of love, lust, and moral compromise.

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The Unholy Four |  (1954)

A man on a fishing trip with three of his friends receives a blow to the head that makes him lose his memory. Three years later it all comes back to him, but on the day it does one of the men who was on the trip with him turns up deceased.

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Calendar Girl |  (1947)

Ruth is on her journey to become a successful model. After being scouted by a talent agent, Ruth moves to New York City to pursue her dreams. She quickly finds herself overwhelmed by the big city and struggles to make it in the modeling world. With the help of her friends, family, and a little bit of luck, she is able to make her mark in the industry and find true love.

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The Shooting |  (1966)

This stark, atmospheric Western from director Monte Hellman follows a former bounty hunter (Warren Oates) and his companion (Will Hutchins) as they’re hired by a mysterious woman (Millie Perkins) to guide her across the desert. Their tense journey grows increasingly surreal as they encounter cryptic clues, shifting loyalties, and a deadly gunslinger (Jack Nicholson) in pursuit. With its minimalist style, psychological tension, and haunting ambiguity, The Shooting is a cult classic that redefined the Western as both existential and unsettling.

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Sam and Janet |  (2002)

Two people scarred by divorce find love again, but the road to happiness is anything but easy. Jennifer Ferguson stars as Janet, a woman hesitant to trust again, while William Forsythe plays Sam, the man determined to win her heart. With Gary Busey and Billy Dee Williams in colorful supporting roles, Sam and Janet is an indie romance about second chances, emotional healing, and the courage it takes to open up to love once more.

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Malevolent Ascent |  (2010)

Terror takes hold in this independent horror thriller when a group of strangers is trapped in an underground facility with a murderous presence they can’t explain. As paranoia mounts and escape seems impossible, they must face their darkest fears while unraveling the mystery of what stalks them. Claustrophobic, tense, and chilling, Malevolent Ascent delivers atmospheric scares and relentless suspense for fans of psychological and survival horror.

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Not Just Movies—Emotional Masterpieces, Handpicked

These aren’t your average movie nights. Every film on TellTale is chosen by curators who seek tension that simmers, relationships that rupture, and stories that hold a mirror to the soul. If you crave intensity over predictability, you belong here.

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This Month’s Spotlight

David and Goliath

Set during Israel’s struggle against the Philistines, the story follows young David, chosen by God to lead his people, as he prepares for his fateful clash with the giant Goliath. Ivica Pajer brings sincerity to the role of David, while Orson Welles looms over the film as King Saul, a ruler consumed by doubt and jealousy. Directed by Ferdinando Baldi and Richard Pottier, the 1960 epic blends court intrigue, lavish spectacle, and spiritual drama in a stirring retelling of one of history’s most famous battles.

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Letter to Baby Jesus

A boy asks for a Christmas present. His father, being the one buying the gift, has to do anything and everything he has to do to get the gift.

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The Intruder

A smooth-talking outsider arrives in a Southern town just as schools are ordered to desegregate, using fear and prejudice to stir up hatred. William Shatner delivers a chilling performance as the charismatic agitator whose words ignite chaos. Directed by Roger Corman, The Intruder is a bold, socially conscious drama that tackles racism and mob mentality head-on, standing out as one of the filmmaker’s most serious and daring works.

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Video Killer

When Amy receives a haunted VHS tape containing weird films from a figure stalking her she realizes she is not alone and must find other victims who are being haunted in hopes of figuring out who is trying to kill them all.

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The Most Dangerous Game

A psychotic big game hunter deliberately strands a luxury yacht on a remote island, where he begins to hunt its passengers for sport.

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Every Feeling, Unfiltered

From whispered betrayals to edge-of-your-seat confessions, every story here matters. No filler. No fluff. Just unforgettable performances, haunting scripts, and emotional punches that stay with you long after the credits roll.

Feel something real—every title is chosen for emotional impact, not algorithms.

Discover thrillers with heart and romances that sting.

Escape the ordinary with curated cinema that dares to get personal.

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