Movies and TvShows featuring "meaning-of-life" theme.

Di Gi Charat (a.k.a. Dejiko) - along with Petit Charat (a.k.a. Puchiko) and Gema - travels to Earth as part of her training to become a full-fledged princess. They crash on a small town in Japan, where they meet the Omocha brothers (who spend most of their time thinking how cute Puchiko is) and Mr. & Mrs. Ankoro (an elderly couple that makes Japanese sweets).

Vincent is a famous successful entrepreneur. One day, a car breakdown on a mountain road temporarily interrupts his frantic lifestyle. Pierre, who lives apart from the modern world in the middle of sublime nature, comes to his aid and offers him his hospitality. The meeting between these two men, who are opposites will upset their respective beliefs and they will find themselves laughing. The question is...deep down, are they really each living the lives they want to live?

After landing the gig of a lifetime, a New York jazz pianist suddenly finds himself trapped in a strange land between Earth and the afterlife. In order to return home, he teams up with a cynical soul and embarks on a journey to find their purpose and spark. Along the way, they encounter lost souls, discover the true meaning of life, and learn to appreciate the little things. With newfound clarity, the pianist returns to his body and vows to live his life to the fullest.

Dekalog is a TV show consisting of ten films, each representing one of the Ten Commandments. Set in Communist Poland, the stories revolve around characters facing moral challenges and grappling with the meaning of life. Themes of infidelity, jealousy, spirituality, belief, and religion are explored.

The adventures of an ordinary earthman and his alien friend as they travel through space, encountering bizarre and comedic situations along the way.

As told through clips from 183 female directors, this epic history of the cinema focuses on women’s integral role in the development of film art. Using almost a thousand film extracts from thirteen decades and five continents, Mark Cousins asks how films are made, shot and edited; how stories are shaped and how movies depict life, love, politics, humour and death, all through the compelling lens of some of the world’s greatest filmmakers – all of them women.

In 22 vs. Earth, 22, the soul from the movie Soul, leads a gang of rebellious souls who refuse to be sent to Earth. They embark on an adventure to uncover the meaning of life and challenge the secret organization that tries to manipulate them.

Arthur Dent is saved from Earth's destruction by his friend Ford Prefect and together they embark on a intergalactic adventure.

The Structure of Crystal is a thought-provoking drama that explores the moral dilemmas faced by a group of intellectuals in a provincial town. The story follows the journey of a scientist and a schoolteacher, both married and working at the local university, as they grapple with the meaning of life and pursue their goals in the face of societal pressures and opposing viewpoints. The film provides a gentle yet profound examination of the complexities of human existence and the importance of intellectual pursuits.

A young man from a private school in New York befriends a recluse novelist, who's harboring a dark secret.

The film follows a group of elderly office clerks who rebel against their corporate masters and turn their building into a pirate ship. The film is broken into distinct sketches, exploring topics such as the miracle of birth, growth and learning, fighting each other, middle age, live organ transplants, the meaning of life, the autumn years, and death. Through satire and surrealism, the film ultimately delivers the message to be nice to people, live together in peace, and find meaning in everyday life.

Ikiru follows the story of Kanji Watanabe, a government official who is diagnosed with stomach cancer. Realizing that he has limited time left to live, Watanabe embarks on a quest to find meaning in his life. Through his journey, he discovers the importance of making a positive impact on others and finding happiness in the small moments. This poignant drama explores themes of mortality, loneliness, and the search for purpose.

In the year 2048, a mother and daughter struggle to survive in a dystopian Los Angeles. When a mysterious stranger enters their lives, they are forced to confront their own beliefs and make difficult choices.

The Cranes Are Flying is a tragic romance set in Moscow during World War II. It follows the story of a couple torn apart by the war and their struggles to find each other amidst the chaos and devastation. As they face loneliness, heartache, and sacrifice, they learn the true meaning of love and patriotism.

In a dystopian society, a lonely computer programmer is tasked with solving the Zero Theorem, a mathematical formula that could explain the meaning of life. As he delves deeper into his work, his life becomes consumed by paranoia, surveillance, and the search for personal connection.

In a house isolated from the outside world, a man named Will interviews prospective candidates for the opportunity to be born. As the days pass, each candidate faces different challenges and tests, revealing their true selves. Amidst the darkness and isolation, Will must make a decision that will determine their fate.

Kal Ho Naa Ho is a story of Naina, an introverted and unhappy girl whose life takes a dramatic turn when she meets Aman, the optimistic and cheerful new neighbor. As Naina falls in love with Aman, she discovers a secret that changes everything.

In Life or Something Like It, a reporter named Lanie is given a prophecy by a homeless man that she only has a few days to live. As she tries to come to terms with her impending death, she must reevaluate her priorities and decide what is truly important in life. Along the way, she navigates her complicated relationship with her fiance, confronts her fear of commitment, and learns to appreciate the simple joys in life. Through a series of unexpected events and surprising encounters, Lanie discovers that there is more to life than her successful career and starts to question the meaning of it all.

This is a story about growth, friendship and passion. Through the continuous improvement of racing skills, the in-depth understanding of the concept of racing, the understanding of the meaning of life and the friendship of friends, the originally ambitious racer Yeji Dong has gradually grown into the most reliable partner, and will gradually grow into the most powerful racer...