Movies and TvShows featuring "disappointment" theme.
After landing the gig of a lifetime, a New York jazz pianist suddenly finds himself trapped in a strange land between Earth and the afterlife. In order to return home, he teams up with a cynical soul and embarks on a journey to find their purpose and spark. Along the way, they encounter lost souls, discover the true meaning of life, and learn to appreciate the little things. With newfound clarity, the pianist returns to his body and vows to live his life to the fullest.
A new story of love is born out of two destroyed marriages. Natalia is trying to escape a marriage full of abuse and humiliation. Her alcoholic husband, Rogelio, takes over her wealth and keeps her under his control in order to keep possession of her money. Her mother-in-law, Agata, cannot wait to get rid of her and implements a plan to turn her daughter-in-law into a fugitive. On the other hand, Adrian is trapped in a loveless union. Even though he was in love when he got married, the psychotic jealousy of his wife turns him into a prisoner of an oppressive marriage. When Natalia and Adrian meet, they realize that they are true soulmates.
Kiki, a young witch, leaves home to start her independent life and sets up a delivery service in a seaside town. She faces challenges fitting in, but with the help of new friends and her talking cat Jiji, she overcomes obstacles and becomes a beloved member of the community.
In Once Upon a Time in Wonderland, a young and strong-willed Alice tells tales of a wild new land that exists on the other side of a rabbit hole. Wealthy and cute young Alice tells a tale of a strange new land that exists on the other side of a rabbit hole. An invisible cat, a hookah-smoking caterpillar and playing cards that can talk are just some of the fantastic things she's seen during this impossible adventure. Surely this troubled girl must be insane and her doctors aim to cure her with a treatment that will make her forget everything. Alice seems ready to put it all behind her, especially the painful memory of the genie she fell in love with and lost forever — the handsome and mysterious Cyrus. But deep down Alice knows this world is real and just in the nick of time, the sardonic Knave of Hearts and the irrepressible White Rabbit arrive to save her from a doomed fate. Together, the trio will take a tumble down the rabbit hole to this Wonderland where nothing is impossible.
Joy is a biographical comedy drama about a woman named Joy who overcomes obstacles and builds a successful business empire. Despite a dysfunctional family and a lack of support, Joy's determination leads her to invent a self-wringing mop that becomes a huge success. She faces challenges such as patent disputes and unscrupulous manufacturing plants but ultimately triumphs through her perseverance and tenacity.
Rudy, a young man with dyslexia, dreams of playing football at the University of Notre Dame. Despite facing numerous challenges and setbacks, he never gives up on his dream. With determination and hard work, Rudy overcomes his obstacles and earns a spot on the Notre Dame football team.
In 1964 South Carolina, a young girl named Lily Owens escapes her abusive father and grows up in the beekeeping world of the Boatwright sisters, who teach her about love, forgiveness, and the importance of family.
The Art of Getting By tells the story of George, a high school student who is struggling with relationships and finding his purpose in life. He meets a girl named Sally who inspires him to embrace his artistic talent. With the help of a supportive art teacher, George begins to explore his passion for drawing and learns valuable lessons about love, friendship, and the importance of following your dreams.
Ron Kovic, a young and patriotic boy, enlists in the Marine Corps and goes on to serve in the Vietnam War. After a series of traumatic experiences, including the accidental shooting of a fellow Marine and becoming paralyzed, Ron becomes disillusioned with the war and his country. He returns home to a society that has forgotten about its Vietnam veterans and becomes an anti-war and pro-human rights political activist.
In the year 2046, a writer reflects on his past relationships and his search for love. Through encounters with various women, he explores themes of nostalgia, regret, and existential loneliness. As he delves into his memories, he grapples with the dark past that haunts him and questions the significance of his relationships. Set in futuristic Hong Kong, the film intertwines romance, science fiction, and philosophical musings.
Drugstore Cowboy follows the story of a group of drug-abusing friends who live an unconventional and dangerous lifestyle, stealing drugs from pharmacies and leading a life of crime. The film explores the themes of drug addiction, the consequences of drug abuse, and the struggles of a group of individuals trying to find meaning and purpose in their lives.
Prince of the City follows a New York City detective who becomes involved in a federal investigation of corruption within the police department. As he testifies against his fellow officers, he grapples with his own ethical conflicts and the personal toll it takes on him. This neo-noir crime drama explores themes of justice, corruption, and the inner workings of the justice system.
Set in the 1940s, 'The Nun's Story' follows the life of Sister Luke, a young woman who enters a Belgian convent to become a nun. The film explores her struggles with obedience, her experiences as a nurse in a Belgian hospital and a tuberculosis sanitarium, and her mission work in the Belgian Congo. As she faces personal and professional challenges, including the conflict between her religious calling and her desire for independence, Sister Luke must navigate her way through a changing world marked by war, love, and loss.
In the final days of World War II, Adolf Hitler and his closest allies are trapped in an underground bunker in Berlin. As the situation worsens and defeat becomes imminent, tensions rise among the occupants. The film explores the psychological state of Hitler and the other high-ranking Nazi officers as they face their imminent downfall.
Julianna is a struggling actress in a dead end relationship with Danny, a fireman who no longer lights her fire. When she decides to leave him and go "find herself" she ends up falling in love with an egotistical director, Michael, who can barely fit her in between Pilates classes.
Twenty Bucks is a comedic and dramatic movie that follows the journey of a twenty-dollar bill as it passes through the hands of various characters. The film explores the interconnected lives of these characters and the impact that the twenty-dollar bill has on their lives. It touches on themes of love, loss, and the everyday struggles of ordinary people.
Why Do Fools Fall In Love tells the story of three women who claim to be the widow of a famous singer and fight for his estate. The film explores themes of desire, jealousy, and the dark side of show business in 1950s New York.
The Merchant of Four Seasons follows the life of a fruit salesman in Munich who is dealing with alcoholism, an unhappy marriage, and disappointment in his life. As he tries to navigate his problems, he faces disdain from his domineering mother and finds solace in heavy drinking. The film explores themes of self-destructiveness and the struggles of working-class life.
Goodbye, Dragon Inn is a slow and contemplative film that captures the lonely atmosphere of an old-fashioned cinema in Taipei, Taiwan. Set in a cinema showing the 1967 martial arts film Dragon Inn, the movie follows various characters, including a Japanese tourist, a projection booth operator, a cashier, and a swordsman. The film explores themes of existential loneliness, incommunicability, and the end of an era. With very little dialogue, the movie uses long takes to create a haunting and melancholic atmosphere.