Movies and TvShows featuring "original-author-as-character" theme.

Follow the Ingalls family as they navigate the challenges and joys of life in Walnut Grove, Minnesota in the late 1800s. With themes of family, love, and resilience, this iconic TV show captures the essence of life on the prairie.

Rubin 'Hurricane' Carter, a boxer wrongly imprisoned for murder, fights to prove his innocence. With the help of a young African-American boy and his mentors, they work against a racist establishment to seek exoneration.

Jim Carroll, a teenager aspiring to become a basketball star, spirals into the harrowing depths of drug addiction, jeopardizing his future.

Marcus Luttrell and his team are sent on a mission to capture or kill Taliban leader Ahmad Shah. They are ambushed and heavily outnumbered, resulting in a fight for survival. Despite their injuries, they try to flee and call for help, but face more challenges along the way. With the help of Pashtun villagers, Luttrell is eventually rescued.

Annie and Peter Mayle decide, in their own words, to take the plunge: they quit their jobs as a tax investigator and an advertising executive and move to Provence in the south of France. Their experience in their first month go from outstanding to downright puzzling. They adore the food and wine but do encounter amusing cultural barriers from the lengthy discussion every time they go to the butcher, to the plumber who promises to come back but is unseen for the the next month. They also learn that their old friends in England are lining up to visit them in the summer.

A lovelorn screenwriter named Charlie Kaufman is hired to adapt 'The Orchid Thief' for the screen. However, he struggles with writer's block when he realizes there is no narrative to the book. Meanwhile, his twin brother Donald becomes successful with a cliched screenplay. As Charlie seeks advice and tries to finish his script, he becomes involved with journalist Susan Orlean and the eccentric orchid thief John Laroche. The story takes unexpected turns, including murder and a hurricane, until Charlie finally finishes his script.

During the Gulf War, a Marine sniper named Swoff struggles with boredom and isolation as he waits for combat. He deals with the challenges of making friends and living day to day, while also grappling with suspicions of his girlfriend's infidelity. As the Marines finally see action and confront the aftermath of U.S. bombings, Swofford and his roommate Troy are given a mission to take out high-ranking officers in Saddam's Republican Guard, only to have it interrupted by an air strike. They return home to celebrate victory, but Swofford must come to terms with the effects of war.

Quiz Show is a gripping drama that explores the behind-the-scenes manipulation and scandal in a popular TV quiz show in the 1950s. It follows the story of a young lawyer, Richard Goodwin, who investigates allegations of fraud and deception. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a web of corruption, media manipulation, and political corruption that threatens to bring down the entire quiz show industry.

Set in 1940s New York, Radio Days follows the lives of a working-class family and their deep connection to radio. Through a series of vignettes, we witness the impact of radio on their lives, from the thrilling broadcasts of World War II to the scandalous dramas behind the scenes. Filled with nostalgia, laughter, and heartwarming moments, this postmodern film celebrates the magic of radio and the power of family.

After realizing her unhappy marriage, Liz embarks on a round-the-world journey to discover herself. Through eating in Italy, praying in India, and finding love in Bali, she learns the power of self-discovery and true happiness.

The movie tells the story of Stephen Hawking, a Cambridge student who meets Jane and they fall in love. Stephen is diagnosed with a degenerative disease and decides to cut Jane off. Despite this, Jane insists on staying with him. They get married, have children, and Stephen's work gains recognition. However, Jane starts to lose her spirit and meets Jonathan, who she becomes attracted to. Jane and Stephen's relationship deteriorates, and they ultimately get a divorce. Stephen calls for Jane to accompany him in receiving a title from the Queen.

A biographical epic that follows the life of Malcolm X, from his upbringing in poverty to his transformation into a prominent Black Nationalist leader as a member of the Nation of Islam. The film explores Malcolm X's journey, from his early years as a small-time gangster to his eventual assassination, highlighting his influential role in the civil rights movement and his struggle against racism.

London-based journalist Martin Sixsmith meets Philomena Lee, a woman who was forced to give up her son for adoption years ago. Together, they begin a search for her son, encountering deception and uncovering the truth about what happened to him. As they dig deeper, they learn about the abuse and secrets surrounding the adoption process. Despite the obstacles, they are determined to find closure and reunite Philomena with her long-lost son.

In 1971, a groundbreaking social experiment is conducted at Stanford University, where participants are randomly assigned the roles of prisoners and guards. What was meant to be a two-week study on the psychology of prison life takes a dark turn as the guards become increasingly sadistic and the prisoners fight to maintain their humanity.

Confessions of a Dangerous Mind is a dark comedy biographical film based on the supposedly true story of Chuck Barris, a successful game show host who claims to have led a double life as a CIA assassin. The film explores his rise to fame as the creator and host of popular game shows like The Dating Game and The Gong Show, while delving into the dangerous and thrilling world of espionage. As his life becomes increasingly entangled with the world of espionage, Barris struggles to maintain his sanity and questioning whether his actions were real or simply a figment of his imagination.

Based on a true story, 3096 Days follows the harrowing ordeal of a young girl who is kidnapped and held captive for over eight years. The film explores her struggles to survive, the psychological torture she endures, and her ultimate triumph of perseverance and resilience.

In 1974, high-wire artist Philippe Petit recruits a team of people to help him realize his dream: to walk the immense void between the World Trade Center towers. Philippe's journey starts from his childhood fascination with high-wire walkers at the circus to his street performer days in Paris. After discovering the Twin Towers in New York, Philippe sets out to fulfill his dream. With the help of his team, he illegally sets up his wire and successfully completes the walk, capturing the world's attention. Despite being arrested, Philippe's story becomes worldwide news and his legacy lives on.

During China's takeover of Tibet, an Austrian mountain climber becomes friends with the Dalai Lama and witnesses the challenges faced by the Tibetan people under Chinese occupation.

In the 1970s, a group of teenage girls form an all-girl rock band called The Runaways. They struggle with fame, drugs, and personal relationships while trying to make it in the music industry.

Roots: The Next Generations is a TV mini-series that chronicles the lives of the descendants of African-American slaves after the American Civil War. The story explores themes of racial discrimination, interracial relationships, and the struggles faced by African-Americans in various historical periods.