Movies and TvShows featuring "only-child" theme.
The Dick Van Dyke Show follows the life of comedy writer Rob Petrie, his wife Laura, and their friends and co-workers at the fictional Alan Brady Show. Filled with physical comedy, witty banter, and hilarious situations, the show captures the ups and downs of Rob's career, his relationships with his colleagues, and the joys and challenges of married life. Set in the 1960s, the show offers a humorous glimpse into the world of television production and the everyday life of a suburban family.
In the 1990s, a tomboy teenager named [Title] goes through the challenges of puberty, friendship, and first love. With her best friend by her side, she faces the contrasting dynamics of her large Italian family and the complexities of growing up.
Dracula is worried about Mavis leaving the hotel, so he tries to bring out the monster in his half-human, half-vampire grandson. However, when Dennis' fifth birthday approaches, Dracula becomes desperate to make his grandson a vampire. Meanwhile, Mavis considers moving to California to raise her son around humans. As tensions rise and chaos ensues, Dennis finally manifests his vampire powers, leading to a battle against a group of demons. In the end, Dracula and Mavis decide to continue raising Dennis at the hotel.
Mary, a lonely eight-year-old girl from Melbourne, becomes pen pals with Max, a severely obese man from New York. Together, they navigate their respective challenges, find solace in their friendship, and learn valuable life lessons.
In the country of Gazth-Sonika, civil war rages. There, a mercenary called Madlax plies her trade, with almost supernatural skill. In the seemingly peaceful country of Nafrece, Margaret Burton lives a tranquil life. As separate as their lives may seem, the two are connected by ties of mystery, and by a holy book that is also sought by the shadowy organisation, Enfant. As Margaret and Madlax follow the path of their destiny, they come ever closer to uncovering the truth - with no guarantee that it is a truth they can bear to learn.
The story follows Richie Rich, a young boy from a wealthy family who forms an unexpected bond with his new robot butler. Together, they navigate the challenges of life as Richie learns important lessons about friendship and the true value of wealth.
When a single mother and her young son move to a new town, they discover a sinkhole in the nearby forest. As strange events start occurring, the mother begins to suspect that her son has been replaced by a changeling, leading to a battle between mother and creature.
Hope Gap is a drama/romance movie that tells the story of a married couple who begins to face unhappiness in their relationship. Their journey includes a marital separation and explores themes of loneliness, feeling like a failure, and suicidal thoughts. The plot also touches on other elements such as a childhood home, a yellow Labrador Retriever, a gay character, a Krispy Kreme, and a father-son relationship.
Dewi, the only child of Intan and Rahmat, has a dream to live in Canada. When she succeeds, her life in Canada comes to a halt when she is diagnosed with a rare disease: Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD), a chronic disease that makes Dewi's life short. The doctor advised Dewi to contact her family, and then she remembered the incident that kept her from coming home for seven years of Eid. He learns that his father, Rahmat, is secretly married and has another family. Dewi's mother, Intan, had died and made Rahmat the last person she wanted to meet. When Dewi returned, Rahmat was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. With the rest of their lives soon, will a deeply traumatic father-daughter relationship be able to become one family again?
"REM" is an Afrikaans Sci-Fi Drama about a grief-stricken father, Dehan, who becomes obsessed with the memory of his late wife, Lena, through the use of a high-tech, dream-altering device, the REM. This unhealthy obsession leads to Dehan struggling to reconnect with his young son, Erich, who survived the car accident that caused Lena's death. Dehan must decide to face and to confront his grief, reconnecting with his son, or to become so immersed in his fantasy dream-world that he loses touch with reality, and Erich, altogether.
Vortex is a deeply emotional film that explores the lives of an elderly couple as they grapple with the challenges of old age and face their own mortality. The story unfolds through a series of parallel narratives, revealing the couple's troubled past, their deep bond, and their struggles with health issues, including dementia and Alzheimer's disease. As they navigate through difficult decisions and confront their fears, the couple finds solace in their love for each other and the power of human connection.
Holiday Affair is a charming and romantic movie set during Christmas time. The story revolves around a war widow, a department store clerk, and a salesman who each find themselves caught in a love triangle. With the magic of the holiday season in the air, they discover the importance of family, love, and the joy of new beginnings.
Little Man Tate tells the story of a seven-year-old boy named Fred, who displays exceptional mathematical abilities and is considered a child prodigy. As his intelligence becomes more evident, Fred's mother struggles to balance her desire for her son to lead a normal childhood with providing him with the educational opportunities he needs. The movie explores themes of rejection, classism, and the challenges faced by gifted children in society.
A father brings a young child to an emergency room to get treatment for a minor injury occurring in an innocent accident, but he gets accused of child abuse. Child welfare agencies commit grossly unfair over-reactions to remove the child forcibly from the Father, who must brave the arcane system to reclaim his daughter.
The Road Home tells the story of a man who returns to his village to bury his deceased father. Along the way, he reminisces about his childhood and his first love, a young Chinese woman. Through flashbacks, we witness their tender romance and the challenges they face in a changing world.
The Magnificent Ambersons follows the decline of the Amberson family, once the wealthiest and most respected in their small town. As the new age of industrialization dawns, the Ambersons find themselves struggling to adapt, leading to jealousy, financial ruin, and the loss of their privileged status. Through love, forgiveness, and comeuppance, they must learn to navigate the changing times.
Love Hurts is a comedic film that follows the journey of a divorced man in his quest for love and self-discovery. With the help of his assistant, he navigates the challenges of dating, family relationships, and personal growth. Along the way, he encounters an orthodox Jew, karaoke nights, and tight pants.
AKA is a drama/romance movie set in 1970s New York City. It follows the story of a young man from a working-class background who pretends to be a member of high society in order to win the heart of a wealthy princess. However, his lies and deceit soon catch up to him, leading to a series of events that challenge his identity and threaten to expose the truth.
David is a successful city trader in London who is relentlessly focused on work. Beneath the confident facade, he is trapped by memories of the past and hostile to anyone who dares to help. Flashbacks reveal a childhood in South Africa at the mercy of an inadequate bully of a father Donald and an ineffectual mother Joanne. The physical and sexual abuse he suffered threatens any chance of happiness he might have now.
My Dog Skip is a heartwarming movie set in a small town in Mississippi during the 1940s. It tells the story of a young boy named Willie and his lovable Jack Russell Terrier, Skip. Together, they navigate the ups and downs of childhood, forming an unbreakable bond. As Willie grows up, Skip becomes his best friend, teaching him valuable life lessons along the way. Based on a true story, this film captures the essence of friendship, loyalty, and the magic of a boy and his dog.