Movies and TvShows featuring "man-slaps-woman" theme.
Georges and Anne are octogenarian music teachers. Their daughter lives in Britain. After Anne has a stroke, their bond is tested.
In this biopic about the life and death of Ângela Diniz, Angela meets Raul and believes she has found someone who loves her free spirit as much as she does. The overwhelming attraction makes the couple drop everything and live the dream of rebuilding their lives on the beach. But the relationship declines into abuse and violence, giving rise to one of the most remembered murders in Brazil.
A cruel and sadistic landowner buys a daughter from a noble samurai family who had incurred a large debt. Months later, the landowner's sister comes to visit, and discovers that the new wife is secretly in love with another man. The wife suffers various humiliations for her indiscretions.
Between Midnight and Dawn follows two police officers who are working the graveyard shift and find themselves caught in a web of organized crime as they try to apprehend an escaped convict. Along the way, they must navigate police brutality, secret relationships, and the moral complexities of their job.
Machine-Gun Kelly is a gripping biographical crime film that tells the story of the notorious gangster, Machine-Gun Kelly. Set in the 1930s during the Prohibition era, the movie depicts his rise to power as a bank robber and his ultimate downfall. Fueled by greed and driven by his thirst for power, Kelly embarks on a series of daring bank heists, leaving a trail of violence and chaos in his wake. However, his criminal empire starts to crumble when the law closes in on him, and he must face the consequences of his actions. With stunning cinematography and powerful performances, Machine-Gun Kelly is a must-watch for fans of crime dramas and historical biopics.
A recently released ex-convict named Gilles seeks employment at a secluded mansion, where he encounters three sisters. As he becomes involved with the sisters, a masked killer with blue eyes begins targeting the people around him.
Railroaded! is a crime thriller film-noir released in 1947. The story revolves around an innocent man who is framed for a robbery he did not commit. As he tries to clear his name, he uncovers a web of deception and double-crossing that leads to a shocking conclusion. With its gritty atmosphere and tense narrative, Railroaded! is a classic example of the genre.
In Cry Wolf, a woman inherits a family secret that leads her into a suspenseful journey of mistrust, scandal, and mental illness. With a death, a mysterious photo album, and an old dark house, she must unravel the truth before it's too late. But no one believes her.
A police detective's investigation into a murder leads him down a path of tension and danger as he uncovers dark secrets and faces threats from unexpected sources.
Following WWII, ex-G.I. Stan opened up a drive-in restaurant. His girlfriend, Joanie, is one of the car hops. They want to get married someday, but the less-than-stellar business the restaurant takes in puts a hold on that plan. One day, Joanie's ne’er-do-well brother Frank blows into town with a money-making scheme. She's against it, but Stan - an inveterate gambler - finds the promise of riches too seductive to resist…
In Ride, Vaquero!, the story follows the adventures of a group of characters as they navigate through the challenges and dangers of the Mexico-Texas border. Filled with romance, fratricide, and a thrilling final showdown, this noir-western film showcases themes of unrequited love, adopted family ties, and the struggles of post-American Civil War era. The characters must face bandit gangs, uninvited kisses, and the murder of a sheriff, all while trying to find their missing brother and protect their cattle herd. With stunning Technicolor visuals and a captivating plot, Ride, Vaquero! is an unforgettable Western experience.
Slightly Scarlet is a film-noir crime drama set in 1950s California. It revolves around a redheaded kleptomaniac who becomes involved in a dangerous game of corruption and murder when she gets her hands on incriminating evidence. The plot takes twists and turns as she navigates a web of deceit, eavesdropping, and tape-recording. As the story unfolds, she finds herself entangled with a crime boss, a mayoral candidate, and a ruthless police chief. With her sister's life on the line, she must fight to protect her and expose the truth before it's too late.
Drive a Crooked Road (1954) follows a lonely mechanic who gets involved in a dangerous criminal plot after he falls in love with a femme fatale. As he becomes the getaway driver for a group of bank robbers, he must confront his guilty conscience and face the consequences of his actions. Set in Los Angeles, this film-noir-style thriller explores themes of love, betrayal, and self-discovery.
A French reporter working on a steamy story about the secret strip joints found in London's Soho district becomes involved in the lives of the owner and star of a famous club.
A prostitute sets out to frame a cop.
An ex-con finds unexpected romance with the widow of his former accomplice as he tries to collect his hidden loot.
A neglected wife gets mixed up with an hypnotic charmer and murder.
A photographer accidentally takes photos of a murder being committed and becomes a target for the criminals. He must navigate the dangerous world of organized crime while trying to prove his innocence.
Accused of killing a woman on a train, Sharon Carlin runs home to find another corpse there too!
In an apartment building, a fortune-teller and a doctor engage in a discussion about mysticism and metaphor. Meanwhile, a woman flashes and shouts, leading to a chaotic situation. The doorman slaps a woman, resulting in a tense hostage situation. Amidst the chaos, the power of the pomegranate plays a significant role in the unfolding drama.