Movies and TvShows featuring "loss-of-a-son" theme.

Max is a dog trained to detect explosives in Afghanistan. When his handler is killed in action, Max is sent back to the U.S. where he is adopted by his handler's family. As Max helps the family cope with their loss, he uncovers a dangerous plot involving illegal arms trade and must use his skills to protect his new family.

After a young woman reveals a shocking secret to a family, they must unravel the truth of a tragedy that occurred five years earlier.

After losing his son in a school shooting, a grieving father discovers a collection of his son's music. He forms a band with a struggling musician and together they find healing and redemption through music.

Akron tells the story of Benny and Christopher, college freshmen, who meet playing football at a small Midwestern college. Their love grows through a secret four-year relationship in which they meet in Akron weekends, marked by longing and joy for a time when they can finally fuse their lives together. But one night, Christopher's stepfather catches them kissing in the car and drives Christopher to the brink of suicide. The story follows their separate lives after their traumatic split.

The Odyssey follows the journey of a Frenchman who becomes an environmental activist, facing challenges such as an unfaithful husband, sea pollution, debt, and the loss of his son. With a French accent, he embarks on an exploration adventure singing around a campfire on a boat and encounters penguins and whales. This drama is based on a true story and showcases the love between a father and son.

In the Gloaming is a heartfelt drama that explores the complex dynamics of a family dealing with the imminent death of their son due to HIV. The story follows the son's return home and the emotional journey that unfolds as his loved ones gather by his side. It delves into themes of love, acceptance, and the profound impact of loss.

After the mysterious death of their young son, a couple desperately flees to a remote lake house to escape the unrelenting haunting following them only to discover the mysterious entity is still very much a part of their lives.

After the death of her brother, a woman returns to her small hometown in Northern Finland, where she confronts her past and uncovers a family secret. As she navigates the rural setting and deals with the loss of a loved one, she discovers the importance of nature, folklore, and her own mental instability.

Novena is a drama that explores themes of faith, guilt, and friendship. Set in Quebec, the movie tells the story of a bedridden woman who finds solace in her religious beliefs. As she battles with her own crisis of faith, she forms a deep friendship with a born-again Christian. Together, they navigate the complexities of religion, guilt, and loneliness in a materialistic society.

Evakko is a portrayal of Soviet-Finnish winter war of 1939/40 and the associated evacuations in different parts of the country. It tells the story of a Karelian family along with their whole village who were forced to leave their homes because of the war. The film has a surprisingly perky tone for the subject matter.

Sinéad O'Connor is one of the most well-known singers of the 80s, loved for her authenticity and extraordinary connection with her audience. After her sudden passing, her voice will forever linger in the hearts of those who listen to her music.

Sinéad O'Connor is one of the most well-known singers of the 80s, loved for her authenticity and extraordinary connection with her audience. After her sudden passing, her voice will forever linger in the hearts of those who listen to her music.