Movies and TvShows featuring "1970s-literature-on-screen" theme.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The French Detective follows the story of a detective who delves into a political conspiracy involving corrupt politicians, murder of a police officer, and the fight against corruption. As he uncovers the truth, he becomes a target and must go on the run to save his life.
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.
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.
Incorrigible (1975) is a comedy crime movie set in 1970s Paris. It follows the story of a smooth-talking criminal who is released from prison and gets involved in a heist to steal a famous painting. Along the way, he encounters various eccentric characters and uses his voice imitation skills to deceive people. The movie is based on a humorous novel and features elements of cross-dressing, mythology, and fast-paced dialogue.
Buddy Buddy is a comedy crime film released in 1981. The movie follows the story of two men, who, while dealing with personal issues, end up becoming friends. They navigate through various obstacles and hilarious situations, ultimately discovering a newfound bond.
In Who'll Stop the Rain, a war veteran gets caught up in a dangerous drug smuggling operation during the Vietnam War. He must navigate treacherous relationships and face the consequences of his choices while trying to survive in a world of violence and betrayal.
A Pain in the Ass (2008) is a French comedy film based on a 1970s literature that tells the story of a photographer and a hitman who accidentally switch bags at an airport. The hitman's plans get disrupted when he realizes he has mistakenly taken the photographer's bag, which contains photos of a political scandal. To retrieve his bag, the hitman tracks down the photographer and ends up entangled in a series of misadventures, involving a suicidal hotel bellhop, a thief, the police, and an annoying person he mistakes for the photographer's partner. With comical circumstances and hilarious situations, the film explores themes of mistaken identity, friendship, and the absurdity of life.
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.