Movies and TvShows featuring "newfoundland" theme.

After the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary Inspector, Donny Fitzpatrick (Fitz), digs too deeply into a local politician’s nefarious activity, he is exiled to work in Saint-Pierre et Miquelon – the French Territory nestled in the Atlantic Ocean. Fitz’s arrival disrupts the life of Deputy Chief Geneviève Archambault (Arch), a Parisian transplant who is in Saint-Pierre for her own intriguing reasons. As if by fate, these two seasoned officers — with very different policing skills and approaches — are forced together to solve unique and exciting crimes. Although the islands seem like a quaint tourist destination, the idyllic façade conceals the worst kind of criminal activity, which tend to wash up on its beautiful shores. At first at odds and suspicious of each other, Arch and Fitz soon discover that they are better together.

Attila Marcel follows the story of a mute man who, with the help of music, embarks on a journey to uncover his past. Through memories, hallucinations, and the power of music therapy, he discovers the truth about his family and himself. Along the way, he encounters a variety of colorful characters, surreal situations, and unexpected revelations.

Set in the 1970s, the film follows a French officer on an adventurous voyage across the North Atlantic. He reminisces about his time in the French military, battles with a fatal illness, and confronts the challenges of war and comradeship. As he navigates the harsh winter conditions and encounters various characters, he explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the impact of war on personal lives.

In Rare Birds, a restaurant owner in Newfoundland, Canada, hatches a plan to attract customers by claiming to have found a rare bird. However, his plan takes unexpected turns when the bird goes missing, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police get involved, and his estranged wife asks him for a divorce. As chaos ensues, the restaurant owner must navigate through a series of comedic and dramatic events to save his business and his personal life.

A whisper among the sprawling forests and mill towns of central Newfoundland. A body found on the side of a river brings together a reclusive fur trapper and a heartsick mother-to-be. Scott is lonely and desperate to give himself meaning. Mona is strong-willed, but frustrated by her fragility. As a reluctant dependence blossoms the pair find themselves wading into violence, answering for the debts of a dead man. Stalked by outlaws, they plan an exit.

Cody Brewer, a quiet New England fisherman isn't doing too well for himself. His wife feels neglected, and his son keeps getting picked on by the school bully. While out collecting his lobster traps one day, Cody finds a strange green moss that holds magical powers. Once word gets out about the magical moss, the entire town suddenly becomes Cody's best friend, all hoping to get a piece of it. With the townspeople clamoring for some moss and the already delicate state of the Brewer family, Cody has a tough time figuring out exactly what to do.

A young university student, bored at work, finds herself at a crossroads. One way leads to a prestigious, but expensive, master's program in finance. Another way leads straight back to her current dead-end job. A third way involves a charming, flirtatious stranger who recognizes her from school. All in all, a strange night to get robbed.

As debate in Canada and the world rages over health care, Hospital City offers a moving, human portrait of the people whom the issues touch most closely.

Adopted Montreal filmmaker Adrian Wills discovers, on camera and in real time, the startling truths of his complex beginnings in Newfoundland. Shocking details drive Wills to the core of his birth mother’s resilience, and ultimately his own. In this moving feature documentary that combines 16mm footage and contemporary images with deeply personal conversations, Wills’ voyage transforms from an urgent search for identity into a quest to give a quiet girl her voice.

9/11: Cleared for Chaos takes a deep dive into the tragic events of September 11, 2001, examining the chaos that unfolded and the lasting impact it had on the world. Through interviews, archive footage, and expert analysis, the documentary provides a comprehensive understanding of the attacks and their aftermath.

Based on the tale by Dale Jarvis, "Lady at Number 16" tells the story of two sailors in the 1800s that help a young lady back into her mansion. They return a few hours later to realize that their night was not all that it had seemed, and it may have had a more sinister twist than expected.

In his crusade for literacy, principal Ray Brown enlisted the help of the community and broke through the cycle of illiteracy in a small Newfoundland fishing village. He turned the struggling elementary school into a place where students were eager to learn and instilled in parents a sense of hope for their children's future.

In Severed Ways: The Norse Discovery of America, two Vikings find themselves stranded in the New World and must navigate the harsh wilderness while encountering various challenges. As they try to survive, their clash of cultures and personal demons shape their journey, ultimately leading to a clash with Native Americans. This intense and atmospheric film delves into themes of exploration, conflict, and the human spirit.

An independent investigative journalist is on a mission to solve a string of strange deaths occurring in the forests of Western Newfoundland. What was once thought to be animal attacks is now being studied a little closer and just may be murders carried out by the mythical creature of provincial folklore, the Webber.

Ben Power interviews his father, Darrell Power of Great Big Sea, and asks what it was like on the road, being away from his family, and how being in one of the most memorable Newfoundland bands shaped his life.

A blood feud divides a small town in rural Newfoundland.

Faithfully reproduced observations of Breton fisherfolk in story of the man a local woman really loves who will not at first give himself to her because of his fondness for the sea that takes him away.

In 1940s outport Newfoundland, young Sadie struggles to cope with the tragic death of both her parents.

When a marriage is threatened by a long excursion for work, domestic trouble is buffeted by family and friends.

Combining archival photos with new and found footage, this short film presents a personal, impressionistic rendering of what it's like growing up Mi'kmaq in Newfoundland, while living in a culture of denial. Vistas is a series of 13 short films on nationhood from 13 Indigenous filmmakers from Halifax to Vancouver. It was a collaborative project between the NFB and APTN to bring Indigenous perspectives and stories to an international audience.