Movies and TvShows featuring "looking-for-someone" theme.
Dispatches from Elsewhere follows a group of ordinary people in Philadelphia who stumble onto a mysterious game that challenges their perceptions of reality and leads them on a journey of self-discovery.
When an experienced climber gets caught in a blizzard on Mt. Washington, she comes across a stranded man. Determined to save them both, she leads the way down the mountain before nightfall. Based on a true story.
A young scientist and his lab partner study eyes and the chromosome for sight to prove the origins of mankind. They end up challenging the uniqueness of everyone's eyes when their son's eyes match a deceased person's. They discover a girl in India with the same eyes as the scientist's ex-girlfriend who died in an elevator accident, leading to more mysteries.
Set in a dystopian future, Leila follows the story of a mother desperately searching for her missing daughter in a society governed by a totalitarian regime. As she navigates through an oppressive world, she must confront societal divisions, autocracy, and the struggles faced by women. With water scarcity and the looming threat of a dystopia, the determined protagonist embarks on a journey to find her loved one.
After his girlfriend mysteriously disappears, a man embarks on a desperate search to find her. As he digs deeper, he uncovers a dangerous conspiracy that puts his life at risk.
Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo, and the rest of the Muppets set off on their biggest adventure yet as they try to make it on Broadway. Along the way, they encounter hilarious obstacles, find new friendships, and discover the true meaning of togetherness.
In Dracula (1958), when a young lawyer is sent to a remote castle, he discovers that its owner, Count Dracula, is a vampire. As the Count preys on innocent victims, a group of vampire-hunters races against time to stop him. Based on the novel by Bram Stoker, this gothic horror film is a thrilling tale of deception, bloodlust, and supernatural power.
An aspiring musician attends a music festival with his friends and embarks on a series of adventures including falling in love, getting chased by the police, and searching for someone special.
Moontide is a gripping tale set in a waterfront community, following the story of Bobo, a fisherman who finds himself entangled in a series of violent incidents after docking in a small harbor. As he navigates through his new surroundings, Bobo forms unexpected connections and faces dangerous threats. The film explores themes of friendship, jealousy, and redemption.
In 1980s Los Angeles, three friends navigate the ups and downs of love, friendship, and mistaken identity. With a series of comedic and dramatic events, they find themselves pretending to be someone else, lighting candles, clubbing, and discovering the true meaning of relationships.
When their sons disappear, two unlikely friends, a journalist and a biker, team up to find them in Nice, France. Along the way, they face family conflicts, gangsters, and a troubled youth.
Lost in Paris is a slapstick comedy about a Canadian librarian who travels to Paris to find her missing aunt. She gets caught up in a series of comedic misadventures, including encounters with a homeless man, a fancy restaurant, and a funeral. With the help of a dog, she navigates the streets of Paris in search of her aunt, all while dealing with personal and emotional challenges.
When a 14-year-old Canadian visits Copenhagen, he lies about his age and embarks on a journey that includes a chance meeting with a waitress, a one-night stand, and falling in love. Along the way, he discovers the beauty of the city, forms intergenerational friendships, and unravels the secrets of an old photograph connected to Nazi history.
A Pakistani girl named Laila is in love with a British boy named Aaron. In fear of her family's honor killing, they run away together to escape the strict traditions. As they try to hide from her family, they encounter dangerous situations and intense moments of suspense. They are hunted down by family members and face the tragic consequences of their forbidden love.
Riz is a recent South Asian immigrant who takes a job at a seedy motel in a bid to start over in America. But the motel’s other employees and guests pull her back into a life she preferred to leave behind.
In the aftermath of a global catastrophe, an immigrant scientist searches for someone in a bleak and desolate world. The film is shot in black and white and explores themes of loneliness, hope, and the human spirit in the face of adversity.
A young boy, who dreams of meeting the grandfather he never knew gets his chance, when an inventor friend constructs a time machine. After arriving in the past, it soon becomes apparent that his knowledge of the future could change the course of history.
Out 1 is a long-take avant-garde movie from the 1970s that follows a theater troupe as they navigate artistic creation, secret organizations, and conspiracy. The story unfolds through improvisational theater rehearsals and explores themes of unrequited love, stolen letters, coded messages, and the pursuit of a mysterious number 13.
Julie and Gregg are about to become parents again, but they feel conflicted since their first child was kidnapped and never seen again. But the couple soon faces an even bigger shock. Julie's new bad-boy (really bad-boy) student may actually be her long-lost son! Based on Claire R. Jacobs's book
Will Our Heroes Be Able to Find Their Friend Who Has Mysteriously Disappeared in Africa?(1968)
In 1968, a group of adventurers embarks on a journey to find their friend who mysteriously disappeared in Africa. Along the way, they encounter tribal people, colonialism, and various comedic situations. The group faces challenges such as a stolen car, stolen shoes, and even an assumed identity. Will they be able to locate their friend and unravel the mystery?