Movies and TvShows featuring "character-appears-on-front-page-of-a-newspaper" theme.

Ellen, a young socialite, must deliver a special Christmas card to her father's business partner in a small town. Along the way, she experiences the joy and warmth of the holiday season and falls in love with the town's charming sheriff.

After a figure-skating injury, a widowed ice skater named Katie gets the opportunity to perform in a winter palace owned by a king. While there, she falls in love with the king and his daughter, and faces the challenge of competing in a prestigious ice skating competition. With the help of a handsome choreographer, she must overcome obstacles and discover the true meaning of Christmas.

A young French journalist repeatedly meets iconic surrealist artist Salvador Dalí for a documentary project that never came to be.

When an evil businessman threatens to demolish an orphanage, a millionaire with amnesia believes he is Santa Claus and uses his wealth and newfound abilities to save the day.

Death of a Corrupt Man (1977) is a crime drama set in France. The story follows a corrupt businessman who becomes the target of a secret society after accidentally wounding a woman. As the police hunt him down, he must navigate a web of blackmail, betrayal, and deceit to survive. With suspenseful car chases, explosive confrontations, and a gripping manhunt, this film explores the dark underbelly of corruption and the consequences of evil.

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.

When a man is wrongly accused of a crime, he becomes the target of a manhunt and must use his skills to stay alive and clear his name.

In the Name of My Daughter is a crime drama movie that follows the story of a spurned lover who goes missing, leading her mother on a desperate journey to uncover the truth. Set in the 1970s and 2000s, the film explores themes of love, betrayal, and the lengths one will go to find justice. With a backdrop of the French Riviera and the power dynamics of a wealthy family, the plot delves into the complexities of relationships and the dark secrets that can be hidden behind closed doors.

A schoolteacher witnesses the violent death of a student during a protest against the apartheid regime. This leads him on a journey to uncover the truth about the incident and the injustices committed by the police. As he delves deeper, he becomes entangled in a dangerous web of political violence and corruption.

When a small-town bakery owner faces foreclosure, she enters a baking competition and discovers love along the way. With the help of an advent calendar riddled with clues, she navigates through business competition, a Frenchman abroad, and a mysterious secret admirer in order to save her family-owned bakery and find happiness.

Dead Weight is a comedy movie set in the Sahara desert. It follows the story of a lottery winner who becomes a prison warden. The movie explores the hilarious situations and misadventures that arise from this unusual combination. With spoof elements and parody comedy, Dead Weight provides a unique and entertaining experience.

Norman Oppenheimer, a small-time New York fixer, befriends an Israeli politician who later becomes the Prime Minister. Norman's life takes a dramatic turn as he navigates the world of politics, power, and deception.

Gambit is a comedic crime thriller about a cat burglar who plans an elaborate heist to steal a priceless statuette. Along the way, he falls in love with a beautiful woman and encounters various obstacles, including a wealthy art dealer and a cunning millionaire. With the help of his accomplice, the burglar must navigate through a series of comedic and thrilling situations to successfully pull off the heist.

When a struggling business owner loses her job and is unable to find another one, she gets a job at a toy factory just in time for Christmas. She falls in love with her new boss, but their relationship is complicated by the fact that she mistakenly believes he is a motorcycle rider who pulled her over earlier. As Christmas approaches, she must confront her mistakes and find forgiveness in order to save the factory and find happiness.

In the Bronx, a light heavyweight boxer with a sick mother and facing eviction, struggles to make a name for himself in the boxing world. With determination and the help of his adoptive mother, he trains hard and enters a championship bout. Against all odds, he faces numerous challenges and setbacks, but ultimately achieves a happy ending.

When a boxer gets entangled in a love triangle and a web of corruption, he must navigate his way to the top while protecting his loved ones.

Thérèse Raquin, a woman trapped in a loveless marriage, embarks on a passionate affair with her husband's friend, Laurent. Fueled by their forbidden love, they conspire to murder Thérèse's husband and live happily ever after. However, their crime haunts them and drives them to the brink of madness.

In Mr. Peek-a-Boo, a civil servant discovers that he has the ability to walk through walls. He uses his newfound powers to become a masked robber and carry out daring jewel thefts. However, his life takes a turn when he falls in love with a beautiful Englishwoman and gets caught up in a bank robbery. Will he be able to escape from prison and continue his superhero fantasy? Based on a short story and set in Montmartre, Paris in the 1950s.

Farewell Mr. Kringle tells the story of a widowed woman who crosses paths with an old man dressed as Santa Claus. As they spend time together, they develop a special bond and unexpected romance during the holiday season. Along the way, they navigate car troubles, writing assignments, visits to graves, and heartwarming moments like talking to dolls and leaving flowers on a grave. This Christmas movie is filled with laughter, love, and the magic of the holiday spirit.

In a Paris suburb, a cleaning lady named Marie works for a crooked man who gets her involved in blackmail and financial debt. Along the way, she encounters a TV host, a travestite, and a missing person, all while dealing with the challenges of being a working-class woman. The story is filled with dark humor and explores themes of class differences and the corrupting power of money. Based on a novel, the film offers a humorous and satirical portrayal of the bourgeoisie and the crimes they commit.