Movies and TvShows featuring "musical-acts" theme.
Blindspotting follows the story of Collin, a convicted felon trying to navigate his final days of probation while dealing with the challenges of friendship, love, and gentrification. With comedic moments and powerful commentary on race and identity, the show captures the complexities of life in Oakland.
Sid and Nancy is a biographical drama that tells the story of the self-destructive punk rock musician Sid Vicious and his tumultuous relationship with his girlfriend Nancy Spungen. Set in the music scene of the 1970s, the movie explores themes of drug addiction, domestic violence, and the tragic consequences of their toxic relationship. Based on a true story, Sid and Nancy is a raw depiction of the dark side of fame and the destructive power of love.
Phoenix Nights is a sitcom comedy set in a working men's club in northern England. It follows the hilarious misadventures of the club's owner, Brian Potter, as he tries to keep the club afloat and entertain the regulars with a variety of stage acts. With plenty of laughter, singing, and even some musical acts, Phoenix Nights is a must-watch for fans of British comedy.
Juliette is a Canadian music variety television series which aired on CBC Television from 1956 to 1966. Juliette became a Canadian TV icon during the heyday of variety programming in the 1950s. Her show, airing after Hockey Night In Canada on Saturdays, attracted a devoted audience despite occasional scheduling challenges. Her success led to numerous musical specials until 1981. Known for her demanding nature, she was a talented but formidable figure, earning the nickname "Iron Butterfly." Despite this reputation, she had millions of devoted fans. The show featured various performers and musical conductors like Lucio Agostini, Bill Isbister, and Bobby Gimby. Juliette later hosted 'Juliette & Friends,' a talk show from 1973 to 1975.
A small-town girl, Connie, marries Bill, a trumpet player in a swing band. As she joins the band on their tour, Connie faces challenges like infatuation, gossip, and manipulation by other women. She also witnesses a breakup of the band and struggles to keep her marriage intact. Despite all odds, Connie manages to reunite the band and find her happily ever after.
In a repressive three class-society, Paula, a simple Supporting Character, strives to prove herself as a Lead. Despite excelling at the Main Character School, she struggles to create impactful emotional music. To find a solution, she ventures into the cinematic world's abyss, navigating the fringes of the storyline and getting lost among the Outtakes.
Mike and Troy, two small-time crooks, go to a roadside cafe for a meeting they hope to make a big profit from.
Accumulator 1 is a surreal comedy set in Central Europe. It follows the story of a man who gains the power of the Accumulator, which allows him to see hidden connections between people and events. As he navigates this newfound ability, he becomes entangled in a series of absurd and humorous situations. The film explores themes of alternate reality, satire, and the power of perception.
Boobita Rose is a woman dealing with her dysfunctional family and a socially challenged love life.
Guy Manley, formerly the world’s most preeminent secret agent, who, while drowning in his alcohol-filled retirement, is brought back for one last mission by his former boss Buck Cash. His mission? Kill Buck's brother, Rich Cash, keeping him from being elected the city's new mayor, thereby stopping him from becoming the most powerful person in the world!
The Wheeltappers and Shunters Social Club was a British television variety show produced by Granada Television from 1974 to 1977. It was set in a fictional working men's club in the North of England and was hosted by comedian Colin Crompton. Also regularly featured was comedian Bernard Manning who sang most weeks. Crompton was frequently the butt of Manning's jokes, unwittingly acting as Manning's stooge.
Roxie Hart, a female prisoner, taps her way to fame and freedom in a mockery of justice and tabloid journalism.
In This Could Be the Night, a woman named Anne leaves her job as a secretary and takes on a new job as a school teacher during the day. At night, she works as a cabaret singer in a nightclub owned by a gangster. Anne finds herself torn between two men and faces challenges in her personal and professional life.
Mantan takes a job as office boy at a new TV station and gets to watch several pre-recorded musical numbers.
Two Singaporean girls join together to form the Papaya Sisters, a getai group that sings at performances during the seventh lunar month. Big Papaya is estranged from her mother, who disapproves of her performances, whilst Little Papaya is an orphan who suffers from terminal cancer. The two are assisted by Auntie Ling and her son, Guan Yin. The two soon rise to the top of the Singaporean getai scene singing traditional Hokkien songs, but their fame brings along with it the enmity of the Durian Sisters, a rival group of techno-singing Eurasian girls.
Two tour guides take visitors on a promotional tour of Warner Bros.' studios.
Documentary/Concert film showcasing famous rock duo Jan and Dean during their 1986 Mainland China Tour as part of the first American Rock & Roll Tour in China
A silly-looking composer attempts to compose. He then falls asleep, and dreams of all manner of bizarre nonsense.
A series of vignettes with a loose plot. Featured are Frank Morgan, Groucho Marx, Frank McHugh, Robert Benchley and The Brian Sisters. Not bad, more interesting for the historical significance than for entertainment.
