Movies and TvShows featuring "chance-encounter" theme.
In the early autumn of 2012, Su Zai Zai, a cheerful transfer student, joins Yucai Middle School. She encounters the aloof and cool Zhang Lu Rang on the first day of school and immediately falls in love with him. Su Zai Zai becomes Zhang Lu Rang's follower, uncovering his self-confidence wrapped in low self-esteem. Their acquaintance brings a wonderful chemical reaction to each other's lives.
In April 2003, mountaineer Aron Ralston gets trapped under a boulder while hiking alone in Utah. He records a video diary, rationing his food and water, and struggling with hallucinations. After six days, he amputates his own arm, rappels down the rockface, and is rescued. Years later, he gets married, has a son, and continues climbing, always leaving a note for his family.
After getting engaged, Charlotte meets her fiancé's mother, who will stop at nothing to sabotage their relationship. Through a series of comedic events, Charlotte must navigate her way through her future mother-in-law's schemes and save her relationship.
On November 9, Nyles wakes up next to his girlfriend Misty on the wedding day of Tala and Abe. At the reception, he delivers a seemingly impromptu speech, to the relief of Tala's sister, the drunk and unprepared maid-of-honor Sarah. Nyles and Sarah bond and, after discovering Misty cheating on Nyles, are about to have sex when Nyles is abruptly shot in the shoulder with an arrow by an older man named Roy. Wounded, he crawls toward a mysterious amber light in a nearby cave, warning Sarah not to follow. Sarah, curious, is sucked into a vortex in the cave.Sarah wakes up, again, on November 9. After she confronts Nyles, he explains that she has become stuck in the same time loop as him. Sarah unsuccessfully attempts many escape methods, such as driving back to her hometown or suicide...
Willa and Bill, former lovers, find themselves snowed in at an airport overnight. As they unpack their past and compare their lives to their dreams, they wonder if their reunion is mere coincidence or something more enchanted.
Antonio, a humble valet, becomes entangled in a complicated scheme when movie star Olivia enlists him to pretend to be her lover to cover up her affair with a married billionaire. As they navigate paparazzi, Hollywood premieres, and personal revelations, their fake relationship starts to blur the lines of reality.
Destination Wedding is a movie about two cynical wedding guests who find unexpected romance while attending a destination wedding in Paso Robles, California. With a dialogue-heavy plot, the movie explores their pessimism and their journey towards love amidst a series of funny and awkward situations. From talking during sex to shared showers and outdoor sex, this comedy-drama-romance showcases the ups and downs of modern relationships.
Before We Go follows two strangers who meet at a train station and embark on a night-time adventure in New York City. As they navigate the city, they discover the true power of human connection and the possibility of a second chance.
Wheel of Fortune and Fantasy is an anthology film consisting of three parts that explore love, desire, and reality in Tokyo. The film depicts various encounters and relationships, including a love triangle, a first love, and a honey trap. It delves into the themes of erotic literature, chance encounters, and the blurred lines between fantasy and reality.
Last Night follows a married couple, who after spending a night apart, must confront their own temptations and the future of their relationship. As they attend separate events in the same city, they are faced with attraction, infidelity, and questions about loyalty. Through various encounters and conversations, they each reflect on their past and the choices they have made, ultimately coming to a decision about their marriage and their commitment to one another.
Kath and her boyfriend arrive at a remote cabin and discover a mysterious younger couple already there. Her boyfriend disappears with the young woman, and Kath becomes obsessed with finding an explanation.
Flesh and Bone is a gripping drama set in a small town in Texas. When a woman's abusive past catches up with her, she must confront her demons and find a way to escape her haunted past. Along the way, she encounters a stranger who offers her a chance at redemption and a chance to start over.
In Just Wright, a physical therapist named Leslie Wright falls in love with a professional basketball player named Scott McKnight. As Leslie helps Scott recover from a career-threatening injury, their friendship turns into a romantic relationship. However, Leslie faces competition from Morgan, a childhood friend who is also interested in Scott. Will Leslie and Scott overcome the obstacles and find true love?
Quantum Love follows the story of a divorced woman who falls in love with a married man. As their relationship evolves, they navigate the complexities of family, love, and reality versus fantasy. Set in London and Paris, this film is a captivating exploration of the intricacies of modern relationships.
A neurotic novelist moves back in with his mother after a failed marriage, leading to humorous and dramatic encounters with his eccentric family. He must confront his own insecurities and face the challenges of starting over in his personal and professional lives.
3 Hearts tells the story of a man who falls in love with a woman, only to find out that she is the sister of the woman he initially fell in love with. As their relationships become intertwined, secrets are revealed and hearts are broken.
In the 1970s, a police inspector in Paris investigates a series of murders. During the investigation, he encounters a chance encounter with a university professor and finds himself involved in an unlikely romance. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers surprising connections and must navigate the complexities of the criminal underworld.
The Sun Is Also a Star is a story about two young people who meet by chance and fall in love in New York City. The movie explores themes of love, fate, and the power of connection. As they spend a day together, their lives are changed forever. With deportation looming over one of them, they must decide if their love is strong enough to overcome the obstacles in their path.
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.
Geppetto the carpenter carves the object of his hidden desires out of a log: a puppet that will keep him company and will be like a son to him. He will call him Pinocchio. Imagine his surprise when he discovers that the puppet moves, as if by magic, and is gifted with a life on its own.