Movies and TvShows featuring "monotonous-life" theme.

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.

After his child is murdered, a man seeks revenge against a yakuza gang. He takes on a new job at a criminal organization and becomes involved in a monotonous life. As he infiltrates the gang, he encounters killers and faces the challenges of a foot chase. Along the way, he also navigates his troubled relationship with his wife.

Cloud Heaven (1990) is a tragicomedy that takes place in a dreary apartment building in Russia. The film follows the story of several inhabitants whose lives intersect in an out-of-control situation, leading to a series of misunderstandings and tragic events. The movie portrays the monotony and idiosyncrasies of everyday life in a unique and compelling way.

In The Steel Trap, a bank executive named Jim Osborne plans a meticulously detailed bank heist in order to escape his unsatisfying life. As he carries out the plan, he faces numerous challenges and unexpected obstacles, leading to a thrilling race against time. Will Jim be able to pull off the robbery and achieve his desired freedom, or will his carefully crafted plan crumble?