Movies and TvShows featuring "long-distance-telephone-call" theme.
Axel Foley returns to Beverly Hills to help Taggart and Rosewood investigate Chief Bogomil's near-fatal shooting and the series of 'alphabet crimes' associated with it. Foley discovers a connection between the robberies and a man named Dent. With the help of Taggart and Rosewood, Foley unravels the case, foiling Dent's plans and bringing him to justice. Along the way, Foley faces danger, confronts an impostor, and deals with a new incompetent police chief. In the end, justice is served and Foley returns to Detroit.
Vicky and Cristina visit Barcelona for the summer and become fascinated by artist Juan Antonio. While Vicky is skeptical, Cristina agrees to go to Oviedo with him. Cristina falls ill, leaving Vicky and Juan Antonio alone to explore Barcelona. Vicky eventually succumbs to Juan's charms and they make love. Back in Barcelona, Cristina and Juan Antonio start dating, but when his ex-wife María Elena enters the picture, a consensual sexual triangle ensues. As the summer ends, Vicky realizes her dissatisfaction in her marriage and is still attracted to Juan Antonio. Cristina decides to leave the threesome and Maria Elena, and the relationships end. Vicky meets Juan Antonio for lunch one last time, but his ex-wife fires a gun and accidentally shoots Vicky in the wrist. Vicky shares the story with Cristina, and they return to the US with Vicky choosing her planned life and Cristina choosing a life without plans.
An American reporter named Sue Charlton travels to the Australian outback to meet the legendary crocodile poacher, Michael J. 'Crocodile' Dundee, after he narrowly escapes a dangerous encounter with a saltwater crocodile. Intrigued by his near-death experience, Sue invites Mick to New York City. Mick, who has never left Australia before, finds himself facing dangerous situations and unexpected romantic complications in both the outback and the concrete jungle of Manhattan. As Mick tries to adapt to the complexities of modern life, he is pulled between two worlds and must navigate the challenges of cultural differences.
Mr. Jones is a movie based on a true story about a journalist who goes to Ukraine and exposes the devastating Holodomor famine. He uncovers the truth behind the Soviet regime's intentional starvation of millions of Ukrainians in the 1930s. Through his investigative reporting, he reveals the horrors of the famine and the government's efforts to cover it up.
Meet Me in St. Louis follows the Smith family as they navigate love, friendship, and Christmas festivities in St. Louis at the dawn of the 20th century. With memorable musical numbers and charming characters, the film captures the nostalgic spirit and Americana of the era.
When an American woman traveling on a train in Europe suddenly disappears, her fellow passengers question their own sanity as they try to uncover the truth. With the help of a secret agent, they navigate a web of manipulation and intrigue in their search for witnesses.
When a successful career woman is forced to take a temporary job in a small Alaskan town, she discovers the magic of Christmas, love, and the importance of community.
The Irony of Fate, or Enjoy Your Bath! is a classic romantic comedy set in Leningrad. It follows the story of Zhenya who, on New Year's Eve, gets drunk with his friends and ends up flying to Leningrad instead of Moscow. In Leningrad, he mistakenly enters an identical apartment and falls asleep. When he wakes up, he believes he is still in Moscow and starts a relationship with Nadya, the girl living in the apartment. As their relationship develops, Zhenya must navigate the complications of mistaken identity and the consequences of his actions.
The Boatniks (1970) is a comedy that follows the misadventures of a group of coast guards. Their mistakes and mishaps lead to chaotic situations, including a boat accident, encounters with a shark, and a jewel theft. The film explores themes of male-female relationships, father-son relationships, and the challenges of being a coast guard. With humor and a touch of romance, The Boatniks offers an entertaining and light-hearted experience for viewers.
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.
A Monkey in Winter (1962) tells the story of a hotel manager in Normandy, France, who reminisces about his past and struggles with alcohol abuse. His friendship with an old man and a couple staying at the hotel helps him navigate through his broken heart and broken oaths.
A woman suspects her husband is having an affair and hires a private detective to gather evidence. When her suspicions are confirmed, she confronts him and they have a heated argument. In the heat of the moment, she stabs him to death with a knife. The woman is charged with murder and her trial begins. The plot follows the courtroom proceedings as the defense argues for self-defense, while the prosecution presents evidence of premeditation. The story explores themes of infidelity, betrayal, and the consequences of one's actions.
To Trap a Spy is a campy secret agent comedy set in the 1960s. The film follows a spy who is tasked with trapping an enemy agent. The plot includes elements of action, adventure, comedy, and crime. The story revolves around a fictional country, a dead woman being carried, gunshots wounds, and a long-distance telephone call.
A young man in Taipei becomes obsessed with time after selling a watch to a French woman who is about to leave for Paris. The man starts setting his watch to Paris time and begins to behave strangely. Meanwhile, the French woman struggles to adjust to life back in France. Their paths cross again when the man becomes a street vendor selling watches and the woman visits his stand. The film explores themes of existential loneliness and the concept of time.
Kie Hirano is an ordinary OL who often daydreams. Mitsumasa Kodai at the same company as Kie Hirano, but he is an elite salaryman. He is the eldest son in the Kodai family and he is also telepathic. Mitsumasa Kodai got his special ability to read other people's mind from his British grandmother. Mitsumasa becomes attracted to Kie's warm heart and her dreamy temperament. They begin to date and enjoy their days together, but Mitsumasa Kodai's mother calls.
Adventures of a Mathematician is a biographical drama that tells the story of a mathematician and his experiences during the Manhattan Project. Set in the 1940s, the movie explores themes of institutional brutality, American propaganda, and the development of the hydrogen bomb. Based on a book, the film delves into the mathematician's personal life, including his marriage proposal and his battle with cancer. It also highlights his friendship with fellow scientists, his work at Harvard, and his time in Los Alamos, New Mexico.
In the year 1987, a state-of-the-art robot cop known as R.O.T.O.R. is sent to patrol the streets and bring law and order. However, due to a glitch in its programming, R.O.T.O.R. goes rogue and starts killing innocent people. It's up to a group of misfit officers to stop the out-of-control cyborg and prevent further destruction.
A struggling actor named Herb takes a leap of faith and decides to reunite with his teenage daughter, Libby, whom he has not seen in years. Hoping to reconcile their estranged relationship, Herb moves to Hollywood, where Libby lives with her stepfather and dreams of becoming an actress. As Herb navigates the ups and downs of the film industry, he also tries to be a father figure to Libby and support her in pursuing her dreams. Along the way, they experience the challenges and joys of the entertainment world, dealing with issues such as alcoholism, fame, and the price of success.
When a newspaper reporter gets mistaken for a telephone operator, he gets pulled into a con game involving stolen bonds and a phoney spiritualist. Hilarity ensues as he tries to navigate his way out of the mess.
During spring break in Florida, a group of college students find themselves in a fight for their lives when a shark prowls the waters, targeting partygoers.