Movies and TvShows featuring "american-in-foreign-country" theme.
During the Gulf War, a Marine sniper named Swoff struggles with boredom and isolation as he waits for combat. He deals with the challenges of making friends and living day to day, while also grappling with suspicions of his girlfriend's infidelity. As the Marines finally see action and confront the aftermath of U.S. bombings, Swofford and his roommate Troy are given a mission to take out high-ranking officers in Saddam's Republican Guard, only to have it interrupted by an air strike. They return home to celebrate victory, but Swofford must come to terms with the effects of war.
During World War II, a bachelor gets stranded on a remote island and is tasked with watching over a group of schoolgirls. As they navigate jungle adventures, romantic entanglements, and Japanese invasions, the bachelor learns valuable lessons about love and responsibility.
A former mercenary is tasked with rescuing a kidnapped girl, but soon uncovers a hidden network of firearms and must navigate a dangerous underworld to save her.
When a martial arts student's girlfriend is kidnapped by a criminal organization, he must use his skills to rescue her.
A group of friends navigate the ups and downs of marriage, dealing with issues like midlife crisis, marital infidelity, and the challenges of suburban life. Through improvisational theater and dark comedy, the film explores the dynamics of relationships and the impact they have on individuals.
In 18th century England, Dr. Syn, a respected vicar, leads a double life as the mysterious Scarecrow. He disguises himself to smuggle contraband and fight against the oppressive British army and navy. With his cunning and bravery, he becomes a Robin Hood-type criminal, protecting the rights of the oppressed.
The King of the Kickboxers follows a martial artist who seeks revenge after his brother is murdered. He goes undercover as a fighter in a Muay Thai competition to bring down the criminal organization responsible.
A Kansas millionaire's divorcing wife falls in love with a Parisian headwaiter, who believes she's dating Morris Pailsbury. When her husband learns of the affair, he hires a private detective to follow her. The detective mistakenly believes she is planning to kill her husband, leading to a series of mistaken identities and a dramatic showdown aboard an ocean liner.
Arabesque (1966) follows a college professor who becomes entangled in a complex spy adventure in London, involving a shipping magnate and a plot to assassinate a political figure. With elements of mystery and intrigue, the professor must navigate a web of double agents and high-stake conspiracies to uncover the truth.
Set on a Pacific island during a heavy rainstorm, a group of people seek refuge in a general store. An American missionary, fearing the effects of the rampant immorality, tries to convert a prostitute. Their clash leads to a tragic outcome.
In War-Gods of the Deep, a group of adventurers discover an underwater city and must navigate treacherous waters, sea monsters, and volcanic eruptions to survive. Along the way, they uncover ancient secrets and confront deadly creatures.
An American ex-con who is trying to go straight is persuaded to be the inside man for an audacious bank job in central London.
Red Dust tells the story of a love triangle in a rubber plantation in French Indochina, where a plantation overseer falls in love with the wife of a surveyor. The tropical setting, racial tensions, and infidelity create a dramatic backdrop for the characters' struggles.
An American travels to East Africa, where he tries to find out how his brother died.
Heneral Luna is a period drama that tells the story of Antonio Luna, a Filipino army general during the Philippine-American War. The film portrays Luna's passionate fight for freedom against the backdrop of the infighting and challenges he faced within his own revolutionary army. With a blend of comedy, drama, and action, Heneral Luna brings to life this important chapter in Philippine history.
During the 1800s, a Confederate soldier finds himself journeying to Mexico with a shipment of gold. At the border, he is held at gunpoint but manages to escape and is pursued by his former comrades. Along the way, he faces various challenges including quicksand and a bet. As he reaches the US-Mexico border, he discovers a buried treasure of gold.
Three young girls travel to Thailand for a summer vacation and rent a luxurious mansion. Unbeknownst to them, the mansion is haunted by a vengeful spirit. As the girls become entangled in a web of horror, they must uncover the dark secrets behind the spirit's revenge before it's too late. Pernicious is a thrilling and suspenseful horror movie that explores themes of revenge and supernatural terror.
When a person is found dead on the Eiffel Tower, a university professor becomes a prime suspect and must clear his name with the help of a police inspector.
In London, an American commodities broker gets involved in a light-hearted crime drama when a valuable art object is stolen. He becomes entangled in a web of deceit and greed as he tries to navigate the extravagant lifestyle of the art world. Along the way, he encounters a deaf girl, a luxury hotel, a black market, and a series of misadventures that test his morality and loyalty.