A patch of blue: A blind girl from an abusive family does not know that the Good Samaritan helping her learn simple task like how to use a pay phone is black. A landmark of social-conscience filmaking. Edge of the city: Workmen Poitier and John Cassavetes confront NYC waterfront corruption while sharing a bond that cuts across society's black/white divide. Something of value: The clash of longtime friends (Poitier and Rock Hudson) mirrors the bloody Mau Mau uprising in Kenya. Richard Brooks directs a powerful look at war and injustice. A warm December: A new city, a new life, a new chance at happiness. An American widower in London finds the perfect love... but a shadow hangs over it. Poitier directs and stars in a romantic tour de force.

A patch of blue: Based on "Be ready with bells and drums" by Elizabeth Kata. Originally released as a motion picture in 1965. Edge of the city: Originally released as a motion picture in 1957. Something of value: Based on the novel "Something of value" by Robert C. Ruark. Originally released as a motion picture in 1957. A warm December: Originally released as a motion picture in 1972.