Movies and TvShows featuring "1970s-literature-on-screen" theme.
The stories revolve around the investigations of Valentina Rosselli, and the intrigues in which she gets involved because of her curiosity and her wonderful physical appearance. In the Shareholders She is often assisted by the antiquarian Philip Rembrandt, with whom she shares an ambiguous relationship.
Mixed Nuts is a Christmas comedy set in a crisis center for suicidal people on Christmas Eve. The employees, led by their flaky director Philip, must deal with a variety of eccentric and desperate characters who come seeking help, including a pregnant woman whose water breaks, a cross-dressing photographer, and a serial killer dressed as Santa Claus.
A young girl and a boy meet in Paris and embark on a romantic adventure that takes them to Venice, Italy. They face challenges and obstacles as their relationship develops, including dealing with overprotective adults and trying to find a way to be together. It is a coming-of-age story filled with first love, bicycle races, gondolas, and a legendary bridge.
Cutter's Way follows Richard Bone, a gigolo who becomes entangled in a murder conspiracy after witnessing a crime. Together with his friend Alex Cutter, a Vietnam War veteran with a prosthetic arm and an eye patch, they embark on a mission to expose the truth and seek revenge. As they delve deeper into the investigation, they uncover a web of deceit, leading to a bittersweet ending.
Serial is a satirical comedy that takes place in 1970s Marin County, California. It follows the story of various characters who get involved with a new-age religious cult, leading to humorous and chaotic situations. The film explores themes of religion, relationships, and societal norms through a humorous lens.
An abusive sexual relationship between a white spinster schoolteacher and a young black janitor in 1956 Kansas complicates her struggle to come to grips with her sexuality and emotions.
In pre-World War II Prague, a young waiter named Jan Dite dreams of becoming a millionaire and serving the king. As he navigates his way through various jobs and encounters with wealthy women, he becomes entangled in the political turmoil of the time. With wit and satire, the film explores themes of opportunism, social prejudices, and the effects of war.
Flic Story is a crime drama thriller set in 1950s France. It tells the story of a male police officer who investigates a series of robberies and must confront a gangster. The film is based on real events and explores themes of criminality, corruption, and justice.
Silver Bears is a comedy crime movie set in Switzerland in the 1970s. It follows a group of individuals who plan a heist to steal silver bullion. The story revolves around the complexities of finance, fraud, and deception, with a touch of humor.
Jonas and Ines are in love and want to spend their vacation together camping on the Baltic coast. But Ines’s narrow-minded parents intervene and insist that the young couple joins the family vacation. Problems arise, so everyone ends up traveling to the Bulgarian Black Sea on their own. Along the way, Jonas meets a beautiful Dutch girl who is going to India via Turkey…
The Gang (1977) is a crime drama movie based on a novel. It tells the story of a gang involved in a siege during a marriage. Set in the 1970s, the movie explores the dynamics of the gang as they navigate the complexities of robbery, police, and gangster life.
Play It as It Lays is a psychological drama set in 1970s Los Angeles. The story follows an upper-class female model named Maria Wyeth, who is going through a mental breakdown. As she navigates her troubled life, filled with drugs, alienation, and fame, Maria is haunted by her past and struggles with her own inner voice. The film explores themes of mental illness, loneliness, and the price of success in the entertainment industry.
In the 1970s, a police inspector in Paris investigates a series of murders. During the investigation, he encounters a chance encounter with a university professor and finds himself involved in an unlikely romance. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers surprising connections and must navigate the complexities of the criminal underworld.