Movies and TvShows featuring "actor-writer" theme.
In 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2,' the Portokalos family is back for another wedding, but this time it's Toula's parents who are getting remarried. As they plan for the big day, they face a series of comedic events and family dramas, all while trying to navigate their Greek heritage and American culture.
In this revenge thriller, a writer-director seeks revenge on criminals who have ruined his life. As he navigates the criminal underworld, he is faced with violence, betrayal, and police corruption. Set in England, this British noir explores themes of revenge, crime, and redemption.
Janet, a foul-mouthed, hilarious, Belfast supermarket worker who doesn't care about anything, including her life, and Seamus, a handsome, self-centered, political broadcaster with what looks to be a perfect London life and a celebrity girlfriend, unexpectedly meet. They instantly clash - and yet also find themselves inextricably drawn to each other.
Two old friends, Andre and Wally, meet for dinner and engage in a profound conversation about life, philosophy, and the nature of reality. They discuss various topics ranging from art, spirituality, to personal experiences. The film explores the complexities of human existence and the search for meaning.
What Doesn't Kill You tells the story of two childhood friends who turn to a life of crime in South Boston. As they become involved in organized crime and face personal struggles, their loyalty to each other is put to the test. The movie explores themes of friendship, betrayal, and the consequences of one's actions.
Journalist Marissa Bennings teams up with her son's pregnant girlfriend Paige to track down the killers after his murder. They uncover a world of corruption and drugs in a small city in upstate New York, leading them to an even darker secret.
When unstable Connie is tragically widowed, she finds it impossible to care for her delinquent adolescent daughter, Niki, forcing her son, Bill, to take his sister in. As the two begin to forge a healthy bond, well-meaning Bill implements his own method of treatment for Niki’s mental troubles, but, when turmoil persists, he must reconcile his beliefs with what actually may be best for his sister.
Construction is a comedy romance film that tells the story of a blue-collar worker who is stuck in a rut. He navigates through his everyday life and encounters various challenges and amusing situations. Along the way, he develops a male-female friendship with a coworker that potentially evolves into something more.
Fatso is a heartwarming movie about a man named Dominick who struggles with his weight and self-image. When he decides to go on a diet, he faces many challenges and obstacles, but ultimately learns to embrace himself for who he is. Along the way, he discovers the importance of love and acceptance, both from himself and from others.
A baseball team faces romantic complications when two of its players fall in love with the same woman.
A Japanese immigrant, Akira Saito, moves to America with his wife and two sons to start a new life. However, their dreams are shattered when they become the target of a group of corrupt police officers led by Detective Tomoya Sugiura. When Akira's wife is kidnapped, he must rely on his ninja training to take down the corrupt cop and rescue his wife.
In this musical comedy, a sailor on shore leave in New York City pretends to be married to avoid unwanted attention. However, complications arise when he falls in love with a young dancer and is faced with an ultimatum. With mistaken identities, tap dancing, and romantic reconciliations, this Broadway musical is full of comedy and surprises.
Summer of Sam takes place in New York City during the summer of 1977. The story revolves around the Son of Sam serial killer who is terrorizing the city. The film follows various characters, including a group of punk rockers, an African-American detective, and residents of an Italian neighborhood in the Bronx. As the fear and paranoia escalate, relationships are tested, and the true face of intolerance is revealed.
On a chaotic wedding day, a couple's plans go awry as they navigate through a wild bachelor party, an interrupted wedding ceremony, and unexpected encounters with exes.
The Five(ish) Doctors Reboot is a comedy movie released in 2013. It features actors from the popular TV show Doctor Who in a self-mocking and tongue-in-cheek story. The movie pays tribute to the long-running series and includes various in-jokes and references to Doctor Who characters. The plot revolves around the actors' attempts to be included in the show's 50th-anniversary special despite not being cast.
In a small Midwestern town on Christmas Eve, a dedicated insurance investigator must unravel a complex web of deception and conspiracy after the suspicious death of a prominent doctor. As he digs deeper, he discovers a shocking plot that puts his own life at risk. With justifiable homicide, self-sacrifice, and a romantic subplot, this film-noir mystery takes unexpected twists and turns.
The Carabineers follows two friends in poverty who are drawn into the army by the promise of a better life. However, they soon realize the harsh reality of war as they are forced to join a firing squad and witness the atrocities committed. This dark comedy and satire explores themes of cynicism, sardonic humor, and the anti-war sentiment. Based on a play, this film is a critique of war crimes and the effects of war on individuals.
Alex wants to become a father. Steven, his partner, has to confront his insecurities and fear of change after a lifetime smothered by superficiality. Unable to adopt legally, but still eager to become parents, they decide to turn to the black market, adopting a child from a desperate young woman, who's return with a dangerous new boyfriend, threatens to destroy everything they love.
Tommy Riley, a middleweight boxer, is struggling with his lack of confidence and clinical depression. He finds himself in a complicated relationship with his sparring partner, who is also dealing with her own issues. As Tommy trains for a big fight, he must confront his fears and insecurities to succeed in the ring.
Yosemite is a coming-of-age drama about childhood friends navigating their lives and friendship in the backdrop of Yosemite National Park in the 1980s. The story explores themes of friendship, family, and the challenges of growing up.