Movies and TvShows featuring "homme-fatale" theme.
A young drifter named Joe becomes involved in a murder investigation after he discovers a woman's body in the river. As the investigation unfolds, Joe's dark past and complicated relationships are revealed.
Set in 1960s London, 'The Servant' explores the power dynamics and psychological mind games between a wealthy bachelor and his cunning manservant. Through manipulation and control, the servant challenges the class differences and explores themes of submission, role reversal, and repressed homosexuality.
In 1957, a private detective in Brighton, England is framed for the murder of his wife. Two years later, his case is re-examined by a prosecuting attorney who believes he may be innocent. As the detective races against time to gather evidence and prove his innocence, he uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal. With the help of a famous painter and a femme fatale, he must navigate through a series of car crashes, murder trials, and death sentences to uncover the truth.
A Texas deputy with a dark side is drawn into a spiral of violence and murder as he investigates a string of crimes in his small town. With elements of neo-noir and a gritty depiction of a sadistic killer, The Killer Inside Me is a gripping and intense exploration of the dark underbelly of a rural community.
Bad Education (2004) is a gripping and intense drama set in a Catholic boarding school in Madrid, Spain. The film explores themes of sexual identity, drug abuse, childhood trauma, and the corruption within the Catholic Church. The story follows an investigative journalist who uncovers a scandal involving a pedophile priest and his past relationships with the students. As the journalist delves deeper, he confronts his own personal demons and the dark secrets of the school. This thought-provoking film paints a disturbing picture of power, abuse, and the consequences of remaining silent.
Theorem is a surreal drama about a mysterious stranger who arrives at a wealthy Italian family's country estate and disrupts their lives. Through various intimate encounters, the visitor brings about a mental breakdown, sexual awakening, and political awakening within the family. The film explores themes of sexuality, class conflict, and liberation.
In 'Baby Doll,' a young woman named Baby Doll Meighan finds herself in the middle of a tumultuous situation when her marriage is tested by the arrival of an unscrupulous man who desires her. With a mix of sexual repression, seduction, and Southern Gothic elements, Baby Doll must navigate her way through the trials and tribulations of an adulterous affair. This dark comedy, based on a play, explores themes of virginity, age difference, and the consequences of lust.
In 'The Oscar,' a struggling actor becomes desperate to win an Academy Award, even if it means sacrificing his morals and relationships. As he climbs the ladder of success, he discovers the dark underbelly of Hollywood, including backstabbing, manipulation, and betrayal. His journey ultimately leads to a tragic downfall, exposing the ruthless nature of the film industry.
The Long Hot Summer is a drama and romance TV show that follows the story of various characters in a small town during a scorching summer. It explores themes of love, betrayal, and family dynamics. The plot revolves around a mentally challenged man who becomes entangled in a family argument that escalates into a violent confrontation. As tensions rise, secrets are revealed and relationships are tested.
A woman witnesses a murder and goes on the run to escape the killer and protect herself. She is pursued by a police inspector and a gangster, leading to a thrilling chase through the streets of San Francisco.
The Wagons Roll at Night is a romantic drama about a circus owner who seeks revenge on a lion tamer who killed his brother. It is a story of love, family drama, and seeking redemption.
A police officer becomes obsessed with a married woman and resorts to murder to have her for himself. As he delves deeper into his dark desires, he becomes entangled in a web of deceit and manipulation.
A war vet finds out that a former prostitute had his baby. Doubting it's his, he gives it away, so she reports him. Twenty years later, she still wants to find her son. She meets a young man and falls in love, but the vet's prison term ends.
Set during World War II in Nazi-occupied France, The Tenth Man tells the story of a wanted fugitive who returns to his village years later. The film explores themes of identity, self-sacrifice, and role reversal as the protagonist navigates the dangers of the French Resistance and the complex relationships within his community.
A Broadway star is accused of killing a man who tried to assault her, and must clear her name before the opening night of her new play.
When a charming but devious man marries a wealthy widow, his dark intentions are revealed as he plans to murder her for the inheritance.
After being framed for a diamond theft, a female ex-convict goes on the run to prove her innocence. With the help of a parole officer and a diner waitress, she must navigate a dark web of betrayal and deception to find the truth before it's too late.
In 'The Good Mistress,' a woman becomes entangled in a dangerous game of deceit after she discovers a dark secret about her lover. As she delves deeper into the mystery, she must navigate a web of lies and betrayal, risking everything to uncover the truth.
They Won't Believe Me is a film noir drama about a man named Larry who is involved in an affair with a married woman. When his wife is found dead, Larry becomes the prime suspect and must navigate a web of lies and deceit to prove his innocence and uncover the truth.
Mute young woman Patience, from an isolated community in rural England in 1555, struggles with her controlling brother-in-law and leader, David, who is gradually unraveling after the failure of his idyllic community. The Egyptian Act has been passed, stipulating that all ‘gypsies’ must vacate England immediately and anyone found aiding them could be executed. In exchange for a fee, David agrees to help an Egyptian family who must stay a month on their land until a ship comes to take them away. But when Patience pursues an affair with one of the outsiders, she is thrust into a violent and vicious psychological battle with David.