Movies and TvShows featuring "acting-audition" theme.

In Detroit, Clarence meets a call girl named Alabama and they fall in love. After killing her pimp, they discover a bag of cocaine and decide to sell it in California. Along the way, they encounter gangsters and face danger, but ultimately survive and start a new life in Cancún.

Three young, struggling actors (played by three young, less-struggling actors) try to navigate the maze of agents, auditions and avarice that is Hollywood, frequently turning to their acting teacher for advice. As the title implies, the dialogue is mostly improvised, with situations based on the lives of the cast and creators.

Entourage follows the story of Vincent Chase, a charismatic and talented actor, and his close-knit group of friends as they navigate the ups and downs of the entertainment industry in Hollywood. With his loyal entourage by his side, Vincent faces the challenges of fame, fortune, and relationships while trying to stay true to himself.

When aspiring actor Greg Sestero meets the weird and mysterious Tommy Wiseau in an acting class, they form a unique friendship and travel to Hollywood to make their dreams come true. Along the way, they face rejection, jealousy, and the challenges of making their own movie. Despite the setbacks, their passion and friendship prevail, leading them to create a film that becomes a cult classic, known as 'The Room'.

Onizuka is a former motorcycle gang member who becomes a teacher at a high school. He uses unorthodox methods to inspire and guide his students, often getting into trouble along the way. Onizuka tackles various problems and challenges faced by his students, teaching them valuable life lessons.

In 1593 London, struggling playwright William Shakespeare meets and falls in love with Viola, a wealthy merchant's daughter who desires to act. They start a secret affair that inspires Shakespeare to write Romeo and Juliet. However, their romance is doomed as Shakespeare is married and Viola is betrothed to another man. Despite obstacles, their passionate portrayal of two lovers in the play inspires the audience. In the end, they part ways but Shakespeare is inspired to write Twelfth Night, imagining his love washed ashore in a strange land.

A female TV producer falls in love with a younger actor while dealing with the challenges of ageism and insecurity. They navigate a complicated relationship amidst the chaos of the television industry.

In Klute, a private detective named Klute is hired to find a missing man named Tom. During his investigation, Klute meets a call girl named Bree Daniels, who becomes a key suspect in the case. As Klute digs deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that puts both him and Bree in danger.

Hannah and Her Sisters follows the intertwined lives of three sisters, Hannah, Lee, and Holly, as they navigate through love affairs, family relationships, career changes, and personal insecurities. Set in New York City, the film explores themes of sibling rivalry, midlife crisis, and the fear of dying. With witty dialogue and compelling characters, this comedy-drama offers a nuanced exploration of the complexities of family dynamics.

Venus in Fur is a drama film based on the play by David Ives. The story revolves around a playwright-director who is searching for an actress to play the lead role in his adaptation of Leopold von Sacher-Masoch's novel Venus in Furs. As he auditions actresses, he becomes intrigued by a mysterious and seductive woman who seems to embody the character perfectly. The audition quickly turns into a power game of seduction and dominance, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy.

A farm girl disguises herself as a boy to audition for a film, but finds herself falling for the director's handsome son. Chaos ensues as she navigates family drama, open call auditions, and unexpected kisses.

City Island is a comedy-drama movie about a dysfunctional family living on City Island in the Bronx. The family, consisting of the patriarch, a prison guard with secret acting ambitions, his wife who suspects him of adultery, their teenage son with a fetish for chubby women, and their daughter who becomes an exotic dancer, reveal secrets and lies during their weekly family dinner. As the plot unfolds, various family members engage in deception, encounter romantic entanglements, and struggle with their own identities. The movie explores themes of love, family relationships, and the pursuit of personal ambitions.

Starry Eyes follows the story of a young and ambitious actress in Los Angeles who becomes involved in a secret society that promises to fulfill her dreams of stardom. However, as she delves deeper into the group's twisted rituals, she discovers the dark side of Hollywood and must confront her own desires and ambitions to survive.

In 1930s France, Alexandre Stavisky, a crooked businessman, orchestrates a Ponzi scheme involving stolen jewelry and corrupt officials. As his financial empire starts to crumble, he contemplates suicide, which leads to murder disguised as suicide. The movie explores his rise to power, his financial fraud, and the political corruption that surrounds him.

Delirious is a comedy film that follows the story of a television writer named Jack who gets into a car accident and wakes up in a hospital. In this alternate reality, he becomes the head writer for a popular soap opera. As Jack navigates this new world, he must contend with a cast of eccentric characters, including a femme fatale and an eye-patch-wearing producer. With elements of fantasy and surrealism, Delirious is a hilarious and thought-provoking film about the power of imagination and the boundaries of reality.

Mindhorn follows the story of Richard Thorncroft, a washed-up actor best known for playing the role of Mindhorn, a detective with a bionic eye that can literally 'see the truth'. When a deranged criminal demands to speak with Mindhorn, Richard finds himself drawn into a real-life murder investigation on the Isle of Man. As he tries to solve the case, Richard must confront his own insecurities and the reality of his fading fame.

A woman attending a family gathering plans to murder her ex-husband, but her plan goes awry when unexpected events occur.

O Lucky Man! (1973) follows the journey of a young coffee salesman named Mick Travis as he embarks on a surreal and darkly comedic exploration of ambition and corruption. From encountering an evil industrialist to a touring band, Mick faces unjust incarceration, corrupted idealism, and surreal situations that challenge his beliefs. This satirical film delves into themes of power, greed, and the absurdity of modern society.

Lovely & Amazing follows the lives of four women from the same family as they navigate through their own insecurities, relationships, and personal journeys. The movie explores themes of beauty standards, self-esteem, and the challenges of motherhood. Through comedic moments and poignant scenes, the characters learn to embrace their flaws and celebrate their uniqueness.

Robo-G is a comedy-drama film about a lonely man who discovers a robot suit in a junkyard. With the help of the suit, he becomes a superhero and saves lives. However, as his fame grows, he must navigate media frenzy and the pressures of being a hero.