Movies and TvShows featuring "following-a-dream" theme.

Racing Stripes tells the story of a zebra named Stripes who grows up on a farm. Despite being different from the other animals, Stripes dreams of becoming a racehorse. When a teenage girl named Channing becomes his owner, she trains him and helps him prepare for the Kentucky Open. Stripes faces challenges and obstacles along the way, including bullying from the other horses. With determination and the support of his friends, Stripes proves that he is more than just a zebra and has what it takes to race against the best.

Three engineering students share a room in college and form a close bond. One of them, Rancho, challenges the conventional education system and inspires his friends to think differently. This leads to clashes with the strict dean of the college and a fellow student who conforms to the system. Through comedy and drama, the story explores themes of friendship, love, ambition, and the pursuit of knowledge.

Set in the 1930s-1960s, "Something the Lord Made" follows the story of Dr. Vivien Thomas, an African-American lab technician who worked alongside Dr. Alfred Blalock at Johns Hopkins University. Together, they develop groundbreaking surgical techniques that revolutionize the field of cardiac surgery. The movie explores their struggles against racial prejudice and their friendship as they overcome societal barriers to save countless lives.

Ryan Bingham, a frequent traveler who fires people for a living, confronts the possibility of love and a new business model that threatens his lifestyle.

A young woman goes on a road trip to find herself and discover the meaning of love. Along the way, she encounters various characters and experiences the ups and downs of life, ultimately realizing that true happiness comes from within.

In the summer of 1987, James Brennan, a college graduate, takes a job at Adventureland, an amusement park in his hometown. He meets Emily, a fellow employee, and they develop a complicated relationship. James faces challenges, including an affair between Emily and a co-worker, but eventually realizes his true feelings for Emily. Despite obstacles, they end up together.

Luck by Chance is a comedy-drama-romance film that delves into the world of the film industry. It follows the journey of a young actor trying to make it big in Bollywood, showcasing the role of luck and chance in shaping one's career. The film explores themes of ambition, competition, friendship, and the price of fame. With its ensemble cast and satirical take on the industry, Luck by Chance provides an entertaining and insightful look into the behind-the-scenes workings of the film world.

A farmer in Texas, who was once an aerospace engineer, decides to build a rocket on his ranch to fulfill his lifelong dream of going into space. As he faces financial difficulties and skepticism from his community, he must navigate the challenges of obtaining fuel, dealing with the FBI, and convincing his family of the importance of his endeavor.

Lakshya is the story of a young man, Karan, who joins the Indian army with a dream of becoming a soldier. The movie follows his journey of self-discovery and growth as he faces various challenges and obstacles during his training and later on the battlefield in Kashmir. Along the way, he learns about discipline, courage, and the importance of following one's dreams.

Pompo the Cinephile follows the story of Natalie, a passionate and determined young assistant director who dreams of making her own films. She works at the famous film production company Bonilauri Pictures, where she meets the legendary producer Pompo. Together, they embark on a journey to create the next big hit, facing challenges and obstacles along the way. With its satirical take on the film industry and a mix of comedy, drama, and romance, Pompo the Cinephile provides an entertaining and insightful look into the world of cinema.

Rock On!! is a drama about a group of friends who come together to revive their rock band and face their past. With themes of friendship, following dreams, and second chances, the movie explores the bitterness of old relationships and the power of music to mend them. Set in Goa, India, the film takes the audience on a nostalgic journey filled with rock concerts, melodic songs, and the struggles of being a musician.

A young writer in desperate need of inspiration begins an affair with an enchanting, enigmatic older woman during a weekend in Santa Monica. True feelings emerge, and they must decide whether to continue their torrid romance or go their separate ways.

A tour guide in a small village confronts his dark past and must make a life-changing decision, leading him on a path of self-expression and spiritual awakening.

When Lena and Ulli start the engine of their old Land Rover, Lady Terés, they have a plan: to drive from Hamburg to South Africa in six months. What they don't know yet is that they won't ever get there. Two totally different characters, jammed together in two square meters of space for almost two years, they experience what it really means to travel: leaving your comfort zone for good.

Thanks Maa is a dark comedy crime movie that follows the story of a street child who finds a baby left on the streets. Determined to find the baby's mother, he embarks on a journey through the underbelly of Mumbai, encountering various characters along the way. The movie explores themes of friendship, second chances, and the harsh realities of life in the slums.

In the town of Mexico, a talented guitarist and songwriter dreams of making it big in the music industry. However, he finds himself entangled with a gang involved in drug smuggling and violence. As he follows his dreams, he encounters a femme fatale who lures him deeper into a world of greed and betrayal. The musician must navigate car chases, shootouts, and the pursuit of stolen money while trying to escape the clutches of a hitman and the FBI.