Today's pick: Martin Eden
Adapted from the 1909 novel by Jack London yet set in an unspecified moment in Italy’s history, "Martin Eden" follows a proletarian man thrust into bourgeois society. Martin ingratiates himself to a wealthy family and becomes romantically involved with their daughter, Elena. She attempts to assimilate Martin into high-class culture (no easy feat). Martin finally gains recognition from the literary elite, but as he gains more influence, he realizes the bourgeoisie isn't all it's cracked up to be.