Movies and TvShows featuring "cynic" theme.
Becker is a sitcom about a caustic, sarcastic, opinionated and at times downright rude doctor who is visited by various troubled patients.
Two young missionaries are forced to prove their faith when they knock on the wrong door and are greeted by a diabolical Mr. Reed, becoming ensnared in his deadly game of cat-and-mouse.
You're the Worst is a dark comedy TV show that follows the story of two self-destructive individuals, Jimmy and Gretchen, as they navigate their complicated relationships. Jimmy is a cynical British novelist living in Los Angeles, while Gretchen is a self-involved PR manager. Despite their flaws, they form a unique bond and explore the ups and downs of love, romance, and friendship.
In 1999 New York City, step-siblings Sebastian and Kathryn make a bet to deflower the new headmaster's daughter. Sebastian falls in love with Annette but is manipulated by Kathryn. In the end, Sebastian dies saving Annette's life and his journal exposes Kathryn's true nature.
The newspaper office, Tozai Shinbun, plans to publish the Ultimate Menu to commemorate their 100th anniversary. It would not only describe foods but also pass on dietary cultures for many generations to come. Despite its importance, Shirou Yamaoka, a lazy employee, and Yuuko Kurita, a company newcomer, are selected as the editors.
In the year 2000, a 40-year-old image consultant named Russ Duritz discovers a chubby, lisping 8-year-old boy named Rusty. Rusty is his self as a child, who is not happy that at his current age, he is on the verge of marrying his girlfriend. With his past and present selves existing at the same time, Duritz faces a crisis of conscience and learns lessons about self-improvement and redemption.
Set in 18th-century France, Dangerous Liaisons tells the story of the manipulative and deceitful Marquise de Merteuil and the handsome Vicomte de Valmont, who engage in a complex game of seduction, betrayal, and revenge. As they pursue their own selfish desires, their actions have devastating consequences for those around them.
When a man starts gaining a following after claiming to be the messiah, a CIA officer investigates his true identity and intentions.
In 1965, DJ Adrian Cronauer is assigned to the U.S. Armed Services radio station in Vietnam. With his irreverent humor and rock and roll music, he clashes with his superiors but gains the love and support of his fellow DJs. As he forms a friendship with a Vietnamese girl named Trinh, he becomes embroiled in a fight, a bombing incident, and a conflict with a VC operative. Despite facing censorship and punishment, Cronauer remains dedicated to bringing laughter and entertainment to the troops during the war in Vietnam.
15 Storeys High is a surreal comedy sitcom set in a tower block in England. It follows the lives of the residents, their flatmates, and all the absurd and sardonic situations they find themselves in.
After being knocked unconscious, a cynical woman named Natalie wakes up in an alternate universe where she must learn to believe in love and find her true happiness. As she navigates this new world, she is surrounded by romantic comedy clichés and finds herself in a love triangle between her best friend and a charming architect. Through a series of musical numbers and comedic situations, Natalie discovers the true meaning of love and learns to embrace her own self-worth.
Lead Balloon is a comedy TV show that follows the life of a cynical comedian named Rick Spleen. The show revolves around Rick's constant failures and struggles in both his personal and professional life. Despite his best efforts, Rick often finds himself in awkward and embarrassing situations that further add to his cynicism and frustration. Along with his dysfunctional group of friends and colleagues, Rick navigates through the ups and downs of the entertainment industry while trying to maintain some semblance of sanity.
A group of friends who enjoy playing pranks on people decide to prank call the wrong person. They soon find themselves trapped in a deadly game of cat and mouse as a mysterious stranger hunts them down and terrorizes them over the phone. With their lives on the line, they must find a way to escape before it's too late.
When in Rome (2010) is a romantic comedy film that follows Beth, an ambitious New Yorker, who attends her sister's wedding in Rome. While at the Guggenheim Museum, she impulsively takes coins from a fountain that is rumored to grant wishes. As a result, the men who threw the coins fall madly in love with her. Among the suitors is a mysterious magician named Nick who seems unaffected by the enchantment. Beth must navigate this newfound attention while also dealing with her own feelings for Nick.
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.
Will, a bachelor, attends single parent meetings to meet women. He unexpectedly befriends Marcus, a 12-year-old boy with a suicidal mother. As their friendship develops, Will realizes the importance of responsibility and helps Marcus with his studies.
After a tragic event, a radio show host, haunted by guilt, befriends a homeless man who believes he is on a quest to find the Holy Grail. Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery, forgiveness, and redemption.
A disturbed babysitter becomes infatuated with a hotel guest, leading to a series of dangerous events in this gripping thriller.
In Hands Across the Table, a manicurist named Regi Allen dreams of marrying a rich man to escape her life of poverty. While working at a New York City hotel, she meets Theodore Drew III, a charming but cynical millionaire who is temporarily confined to a wheelchair. The two strike up a friendship, but when Regi discovers Theodore's engagement to a gold-digging socialite, she must decide between true love and her ambitions.
In this romantic comedy, three men find themselves falling in love with the same woman, leading to deception, rivalry, and humorous mishaps. Set in London, the story revolves around a painter, an art gallery owner, and a music executive who compete for the affections of a charming woman. As they navigate through comedic misunderstandings and romantic rivalries, the characters learn valuable lessons about friendship, love, and the power of art.