Movies and TvShows featuring "building-a-house" theme.
Tiny House Nation is a reality TV show that follows the hosts as they help people design and build their own tiny homes. From mobile homes to DIY cabins, the show explores the challenges and rewards of downsizing and living in a compact space. Each episode features a different family or individual seeking to simplify their life and achieve financial freedom through the tiny house movement. With expert guidance and creative solutions, Tiny House Nation showcases the possibilities of tiny living and the unique stories behind each tiny home.
What happens when you choose to realize your big dream of a house? How does that affect your life and relationships? In eight programs we follow eight dreams of houses - villas, penthouses, new buildings and renovations.
Concussion is a biographical drama that follows the story of Dr. Bennet Omalu, a forensic pathologist who discovers a link between football-related head injuries and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). As he tries to bring attention to this devastating condition, he faces resistance from the NFL and corporate interests. Based on a true story, Concussion sheds light on the dangerous consequences of playing football at a professional level.
The House That Jack Built follows the story of a psychopathic architect named Jack who becomes a serial killer, indulging in extreme violence and murder while he builds his twisted vision of a house. The movie explores themes of obsession, cruelty, and the depths of human depravity.
Follows intrepid individuals as they try to design and construct the home of their dreams.
A military veteran and his teenage daughter have been living off the grid in the forests of Oregon. When their hidden camp is discovered by social services, they are forced to navigate the challenges of re-integrating into society while trying to maintain their way of life.
Does owning a dream vacation property seem out of reach? Real estate expert and contractor Scott McGillivray offers the ultimate road map to renovation and rental success in Scott’s Vacation House Rules. With years of smart real estate investing and renovation experience, Scott will unlock the rental potential of even the most uninspired properties. Finding and transforming tired, dated and rundown spaces into unique and buzz-worthy parcels of paradise, Scott’s Vacation House Rules will prove that any dream property is always within reach. Scott’s Vacation House Rules is produced by McGillivray Entertainment in association with Corus Studios for HGTV Canada.
When a man is diagnosed with terminal cancer, he decides to rebuild his crumbling house and reconnect with his estranged family, including his ex-wife and rebellious teenage son. Through the process of house construction, they learn to heal old wounds and rediscover the meaning of love and family.
The Eight Mountains is an intimate yet monumental movie adaptation of Paolo Cognetti's award-winning novel. It follows the profound relationship between Pietro and Bruno over four decades. Starting as childhood friends, they become estranged from their fathers and form a deep bond while constructing a cabin in the Alps. The awe-inspiring mountain range becomes the backdrop for their shared purpose, but the forces of nature and society threaten to drive them apart.
A drifter becomes a wildly popular television personality with the help of a woman behind the scenes, but his meteoric rise to fame ultimately leads to his downfall.
An advertising executive in New York decides to build his dream house in the country, but encounters numerous comedic challenges and complications throughout the process.
A British woman marries an American writer in spite of her family's disapproval and goes to live with him on a tropical island.
Many people think building their dream home is out of their budget. But it doesn't have to be. As far as architectural designer Charlie Luxton is concerned, it doesn't have to break the bank, and he wants to prove it. As presenter of `Building the Dream', Luxton works with potential homeowners looking to turn a plot of land into their dream home that suits their lifestyles but doesn't cost too much to build. He helps them get the best out of their designs and introduces them to others who have created their own dream homes. The first-time builders then must choose whether to take the advice under consideration in their designs or ignore it and stick to their original plans.
Three adult Brenner brothers find themselves caring for a baby during the holidays, leading them to reconcile as brothers and reignite their holiday spirit.
Barefoot Gen 2 (1986) is a drama set in a post-apocalyptic world where a teenager struggles to survive after the devastation of a nuclear holocaust. The story explores themes of loss, resilience, and the consequences of war. The protagonist, Gen, faces the horrors of war aftermath, including starvation, radiation sickness, and the death of loved ones. As he navigates through the ruins of Hiroshima, he encounters homelessness, child abuse, and American war crimes. Despite the hardships, Gen remains determined to rebuild his life and find hope in the midst of despair.
A Home of Our Own is a heartwarming drama about a single mother and her six children who move to an old farmhouse in Idaho to build a home for themselves. They encounter various challenges, including financial difficulties, a flat tire, and an injured child. Through their perseverance and determination, they overcome these obstacles and create a loving and supportive family environment.
After escaping an abusive relationship, a woman struggles to build a new life for herself and her children. With the help of friends and community support, she embarks on a journey to construct her own sustainable house and find a sense of belonging.
When not serving regulars at a pub in the middle of a sleepy northern Moravian village, thirtysomething Maruna spends time with hesitant Jura and naïve outsider Olin – or fighting with her imperious mother. Lightened with a touch of black humor, this laconic village drama is the directorial debut of the artistic director of Prague’s Dejvice Theater who gave the members of his ensemble a one-of-a-kind acting opportunity in film.
The Song is a drama about a singer-songwriter named Jed King. After achieving success with a popular song, Jed's life takes unexpected twists and turns. He struggles with fame, familial relationships, and the pursuit of true love. The movie explores themes of love, loss, and personal redemption.
Mac (1992) is a drama film set in Staten Island, New York City. The story follows a Jewish woman who works as a painter and her experiences with family estrangement, a fall from a roof, and a broken arm. The film explores themes of work, house construction, and strained brother-brother relationships.