Movies and TvShows featuring "life-cycle" theme.

A Buddhist monk lives in seclusion on a floating temple, experiencing the seasons and stages of life. He grapples with guilt, remorse, and the cycle of life and death.

A man is stranded on a deserted island after a shipwreck. As he tries to escape, he encounters a giant red turtle that changes his life forever.

Follow the incredible journey of emperor penguins as they brave extreme conditions and fierce predators to raise their offspring in the harsh Antarctic environment.

In 1988, in Saint-Élie-de-Caxton, an 11-years-old boy is worried for his grandmother's life. Worn out by illness, the old storyteller tries to convince her grandson that Death no longer exists. Her story will bring back to life the extraordinary people from the village in 1927 who, by using rocambolesque tricks, will eliminate Death that threatens them. From now on, Death will coincide with the birth of legends.

Lifechanger follows a shapeshifting creature who is able to transform into anyone it touches. With this power, the creature changes lives while also disposing of dead bodies to cover its tracks. As it goes through its life cycle, it experiences metamorphosis and deals with the internal struggle of its actions. The creature frequents a bar and meets various people, including a love interest and a dentist. However, its actions attract the attention of a stalker and lead to multiple murders.

A natural history fantasy film, following the dramatic lifecycle of the wild salmon in human form, with narration by Marianne Faithfull.

This movie tells the story of Alexander the Great and his quest for power and sovereignty. Set in 19th-century Greece, it explores themes of anarchism, rural life, and the struggle for sovereignty. Alexander encounters various challenges along the way, including bandits, guerrilla warfare, and wrestling for power. The film also delves into the complexities of Alexander's character, touching upon his Oedipus complex and the cycle of life.

In 'Coda,' a lost soul embarks on a journey to find its way back home, encountering various challenges and discovering the true meaning of life and death along the way.

Three individuals from different backgrounds engage in a deep philosophical conversation about life, society, and the nature of the universe. As they explore various concepts and ideas, they challenge each other's perspectives and try to find common ground.

In a futuristic city on Mars, an instrument-maker invents a holographic man and forms a love triangle with him and another man. The line between fantasy and reality blurs as secrets are revealed and the characters confront their own spirituality and mortality.

The sea, often treacherous, is the only source of living of the people of Nazaré. The film tells the story of António and his family, where no dreams are allowed. There is also the mourning of the woman in black wailing silently on the beach or waiting for their children lost in the sea.

An epic run of nature documentaries charting the behaviour of large groups of animals and their predators.

In 'The Green Planet,' viewers are taken on a captivating journey through diverse and lush ecosystems, uncovering the intricate web of life that exists within. From majestic forests to vibrant plant life and the multitude of animals that call these habitats home, this documentary showcases the beauty and importance of the planet's green spaces.

In the early 1900s, a small town in New England called Grover's Corners is depicted through three acts: 'Daily Life,' 'Love and Marriage,' and 'Death and Eternity.' The town's citizens go through the various stages of life, from childhood to old age, experiencing joys, sorrows, and everything in between. The play is narrated by the Stage Manager and explores themes of love, family, and the fleeting nature of life.

"Saṃsāra" explores the cyclicality of all life, matter and existence through the voice of consciousness. A deep reflection in the context of isolation originated by the pandemic, focused on how to overcome pain, accept reality and let go from the past in order to inhabit the present moment by constant introspection. There where memories blend with dreams.

The plot follows a group of women who struggle in Hong Kong, most of them illegal immigrants from mainland China.

A retired police detective dedicates his life to preventing deaths at Japan’s suicide cliffs, providing emergency assistance and counseling even as tourists flock to the site, attracted by its notoriety as a popular suicide destination.

A black comedy exploring some of life's common fears: fear of the unknown, of failure, rejection and finally the fear of death. Narrated by George Takei.

In a distant future, a tribe survives by hunting skywhales, mythical creatures that traverse the sky. The film explores the unique life cycle of these creatures and the role they play in the tribe's culture. As the main character embarks on his first hunt, he encounters challenges that test his determination and understanding of life and death.