Movies and TvShows featuring "opening-scene-repeated-later-in-film" theme.

After a ferry is bombed in New Orleans, an ATF agent joins a unique investigation using experimental surveillance technology to find the bomber, but soon finds himself becoming obsessed with one of the victims. As he delves deeper into the case, he discovers clues that suggest a connection between the victim and the bombing, leading him to question the nature of time and reality. With the help of cutting-edge technology, he travels back in time to try to prevent the bombing and save the victim. In a race against time, he must navigate a dangerous web of secrets and uncover the truth before it's too late.

Elle tells the story of a successful businesswoman named Michèle who is raped in her own home. Rather than report the crime, Michèle takes matters into her own hands and becomes tangled in a dangerous game of revenge.

Pitch Perfect 3 follows the Bellas, a female acapella group, as they reunite for an overseas tour and face new challenges and competitions. With their friendship and love for music, they must find a way to stay together and show the world their talent.

Joey Gazelle, a low-level mafioso, is given the task of disposing a gun used to kill corrupt cops. Instead, he hides the gun in his basement. Oleg, a young boy, witnesses this. When Oleg's stepfather abuses him, the boy steals the gun and shoots him. Now, Joey must find Oleg and the gun before the police and his mob boss do. Along the way, Joey encounters various criminals, pimps, and a couple involved in child trafficking. Eventually, Joey reveals he is an undercover FBI agent and, with Oleg's help, takes down the mobsters and saves himself and the boy.

Out of Sight is a movie that tells the story of a charming bank robber who escapes from prison and crosses paths with a US Marshal. As they play a cat-and-mouse game, they become attracted to each other and form a complicated relationship. Together, they plan a risky heist while dealing with their personal demons.

From the Land of the Moon is a romantic drama set in post-World War II France. It tells the story of Gabrielle, a passionate woman trapped in a loveless marriage, who embarks on a journey to find love and freedom. As she navigates her unrequited love and battles with illness, Gabrielle discovers the true meaning of love and learns to follow her heart.

In Blackout (2008), a psychopathic doctor goes on a killing spree in an apartment building during a citywide blackout. The killer specifically targets people trapped in an elevator, making it a race against time for the survivors to escape. With the darkness as his advantage, the psychopath's brutal methods and ferociousness escalate with each murder. As tension rises, the true motives behind the killings are revealed, leaving the characters fighting for their lives.

Shine tells the story of David Helfgott, a child prodigy pianist from Australia who experiences a breakdown and battles with schizophrenia. The movie follows his journey as he overcomes his mental illness and returns to the world of music.

The Clan is a movie based on a true story about a family in Argentina who kidnaps people for ransom during the 1980s. The film explores the dynamics within the crime family and the aftermath of living under a military dictatorship.

Daybreak is a poetic realist film that tells the story of a factory worker in a Parisian suburb who falls in love with a woman, only to have their happiness shattered by a crime of passion. The film explores themes of unhappiness, loneliness, and the struggle of working-class individuals in 1930s France.

An investigative journalist delves into a financial fraud and political scandal involving a secret bank account. As she unravels the conspiracy, she discovers a web of corruption and greed in the finance industry. With the war on terrorism and the European Union at stake, she faces a race against time to expose the truth.

Only the Animals is a French mystery thriller film that follows the lives of several characters whose lives intersect due to a missing woman. The film explores themes of deception, betrayal, and the consequences of their actions. As the secrets unravel, the audience is taken through a non-linear narrative that keeps them engaged and guessing until the thrilling climax.

Heli is a deeply disturbing film that follows the story of a young man named Estela who becomes entangled in a web of violence and corruption after his sister is kidnapped by a drug cartel. With a backdrop of police corruption, drug trafficking, and revenge, Heli depicts the dark and brutal reality of life in Guanajuato, Mexico.

Amundsen is a movie based on the true story of Roald Amundsen, a famous polar explorer. The film depicts his thrilling adventures in the North and South Poles, his intense rivalry with Robert Falcon Scott, and his exploration of the Arctic regions. It also delves into his personal life, including his extramarital affair and his relationships with Inuit communities. The movie explores themes of ambition, sacrifice, and the human spirit's resilience in extreme conditions.

An ex-convict turned waiter finds himself locked inside a house with a building contractor and a physiotherapist after a series of events involving stolen jewelry and a stolen painting. As tensions rise, secrets are revealed and a love triangle emerges, leading to an act of desperation with fatal consequences.

Police Chief Sanders investigates the murders of two women with the same name and uncovers a web of small-town lies as he falls for a nosy neighbor who wants to help solve the mystery.

Superstar is a comedy movie that tells the story of a common man who suddenly becomes famous and experiences the craziness of the entertainment industry. The movie explores themes of fame, media hype, and the price of fame.

Set during the second Chechen war, The Search follows the lives of a young soldier and a lost child as they navigate the atrocities of war and search for hope amidst the chaos. This gripping drama explores themes of war violence, war crimes, and the impact of conflict on individuals.

Muslum Gurses rises to fame as a singer, but his personal life is marked by tragedy. This biographical drama follows his journey from humble beginnings to becoming an iconic figure in Turkish music. The movie explores Muslum's struggles, triumphs, and the impact he made on the music industry.

The Terrace follows the story of a script-writer and a journalist who attend a dinner party at a terrace. As the night progresses, they encounter various characters with their own personal and professional dramas. Amidst the chaos, the protagonist experiences a mental breakdown and navigates through midlife crisis, marital separation, and weight loss. The film also explores themes of astrology, misogyny, and communism.