Movies and TvShows featuring "almost-hit-by-a-car" theme.
Carrie, a shy and awkward high school girl with telekinetic powers, faces relentless bullying from her classmates. When she is pushed to the breaking point, Carrie unleashes her powers in a horrifying act of revenge.
Sherlock Jr. follows the story of a young projectionist who aspires to become a detective. When he is falsely accused of stealing a pocket watch and is left heartbroken by the woman he loves, he enters a dream world where he uses his newfound detective skills to solve the crime and win back his love. This silent film blends slapstick comedy, surrealism, and romance into an entertaining and imaginative tale.
Comet is a nonlinear romantic comedy drama that follows the story of a chance encounter between two star-crossed lovers, Dell and Kimberly. The film explores their relationship through parallel universes and takes viewers on a journey through the ups and downs of their lives. As their lives flash before their eyes, they experience love, heartbreak, and the complexity of human connections. With elements of comedy, romance, and drama, Comet offers a unique and thought-provoking perspective on love and the twists and turns it can take.
Cat's Eye is an anthology film consisting of three stories connected by a mysterious cat. The cat becomes a companion to a little girl, helps a man quit smoking, and saves a woman from a sadistic troll. The stories explore themes of addiction, menace, and the power of pets.
When a hit-and-run accident causes amnesia, a television star spends Christmas in a small town, falls in love with a single father and rediscovers the true meaning of the holiday season.
When a nerdy teenager wakes up with amnesia, he embarks on a wild night of misadventures in Los Angeles with his brother, including encounters with a prostitute, police, and a stolen car.
Dismissal follows the story of a person who has a series of mishaps and humorous encounters throughout their day at work. From almost getting hit by a car to overhearing funny conversations, the protagonist navigates through a chaotic office environment while dealing with personal challenges. With elements of humor, misunderstandings, and unexpected situations, the movie offers a lighthearted take on a typical workday.
Bio Zombie (1998) is a comedy horror sci-fi movie set in a shopping mall where a group of friends accidentally release a bio-organic weapon, resulting in a zombie outbreak. They must fight and survive against the zombies while trying to escape and find help. With elements of dark comedy and Asian psychotronic film, Bio Zombie combines humor, horror, and sci-fi in a unique way.
On New Year's Eve, a man becomes convinced that he needs to kill God, and he embarks on a darkly comedic quest to accomplish his mission. Along the way, he navigates family relationships, encounters mysterious events, and faces the consequences of his actions.
A best-selling author is tasked with creating a marketing campaign for her latest book during the holiday season. As she returns to her quaint hometown, she rediscovers the joy of Christmas and finds love in unexpected places. Along the way, she navigates the challenges of a new romance, reconnects with her community and family, and ultimately learns the true meaning of the season.
Please, Not Now! is a slapstick comedy set in Paris, France. It follows the story of a childish woman and her jealous and suspicious girlfriend. The film showcases their antics as they navigate through various situations, including a photo shoot, a gas station, and a pub. With seductive behavior and humorous moments, the movie explores themes of love and trust.
After waking up with amnesia, a man becomes the prime suspect in a murder case. As he tries to uncover his true identity, he must navigate through a web of blackmail, false accusations, and romantic rivalry. With the help of a nosy landlady and a stage actress, he sets out to solve the mystery and clear his name.
Single mom Julie Stevens' life is turned upside-down when international con man Martin moves to her neighborhood. As Julie begins to open up to Martin's charms, another woman - Sloane - is determined to kill Martin for having left her and robbed her blind. Will Julie survive Martin's affections and Sloane's revenge?
In the midst of his mundane life, a loner sound engineer becomes obsessed with finding a missing girl. As he follows clues and eavesdrops on conversations, he uncovers a web of secrets and deception. With his sarcastic tone and quirky personality, he navigates through a neighborhood filled with suspicious characters, including a cheating wife, a jealous husband, and a homeless man. Along the way, he encounters a redheaded woman who holds the key to the mystery. Will he be able to solve the case or will his obsession lead him astray?
A young woman moves to London and gets involved with a serial killer who preys on women. As she navigates through the city and forms new relationships, she starts to suspect that someone close to her might be the killer.
Hunting Scenes from Bavaria is a drama set in a German village, focusing on the lives of social outcasts and exploring themes of community. The story follows the lives of various characters, including a crying baby, a priest, a teenage boy, an old woman, and a worker on a pig farm. Rumors begin to spread throughout the village, sparking conflicts and revealing deep-seated tensions. As the story unfolds, the characters confront their fears and confront the consequences of their actions.
The Salt of Life follows Gianni, a retired man in Italy, as he faces the ups and downs of daily routines and unexpected encounters. From watching TV and playing card games to shopping and giving rides to friends, Gianni finds humor and meaning in the little moments of life.
Mabel plays an out-and-out crook, a "Girl Bandit," no less. And she quickly hooks up with a male partner in crime, in this case a Gentleman Crook played by perpetually grinning Creighton Hale. Mabel seems a little livelier in this film than in some of her other late works. In the very first scene we find her hitch-hiking, and she's forced to make a mad dash for cover when Hale's car nearly hits her. Soon they team up and crash a swanky party in a mansion to steal a jewel from the host's safe.
A tearaway teenage girl, at war with her mum, and trying to take control of her life, forms an amazing and unbreakable bond with a new friend. They raise hell, stick two fingers up at the world, and laugh like they never have before... but can Ellen avoid becoming just another statistic?
In a small Eastern European town, a man enjoying a peaceful bath is thrown into a series of chaotic and comedic events. As he deals with cultural differences, heavy rain, and a missing person, he must navigate through a delegation, car trips, and failed expectations. Along the way, he encounters interesting characters and experiences unexpected twists.