Movies and TvShows featuring "panhandling" theme.
A young man and woman meet on a train in Europe and spend one night together in Vienna. They roam around the city, talking openly about love, life, and religion. They feel a romantic connection and share a passionate kiss at sunset. They admit their attraction but know they won't see each other again. Before parting, they agree to meet in six months at the same place.
Two down-on-their-luck Americans searching for work in 1920s Mexico convince an old prospector to help them mine for gold in the Sierra Madre Mountains. They find land on which much gold can be mined, and they split the gold equally, but greed and mistrust threaten to tear them apart. As they face bandits, desert journeys, and the loss of their fortune, they learn the true value of friendship and resilience.
After a tragic event, a radio show host, haunted by guilt, befriends a homeless man who believes he is on a quest to find the Holy Grail. Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery, forgiveness, and redemption.
Set in New York City during the Vietnam War, a group of politically active hippies form a tight-knit community and navigate through various challenges, including love, war, and societal pressures.
Making a Living is a silent film comedy that tells the story of a scoundrel paperboy in Los Angeles who gets involved in theft, scoop reporting, and romantic rivalries. With slapstick comedy and a touch of romance, this early cinema debut is a must-watch.
In an alternate reality where black people dominate society and whites are marginalized, a family man finds himself caught in a web of discrimination, unemployment, and racial tension. Held at gunpoint by his black boss and facing eviction, he seeks revenge by kidnapping his boss's son. This thought-provoking film delves into themes of racism, prejudice, and the consequences of reversing racial roles.
Wild Boys of the Road follows a group of teenagers who become homeless and ride the rails during the Great Depression. They face hunger, unemployment, and danger as they try to survive and find a better life.
Ryan is a biographical documentary that explores the life of Ryan Larkin, a Canadian animator known for his work in the 1960s and 1970s. The film delves into his struggles with substance abuse, personal demons, and the impact it had on his career. Through interviews and archival footage, Ryan provides a glimpse into the life of this talented but troubled artist.
In the bustling streets of Paris, a French waiter finds himself in a series of comedic mishaps after encountering a charismatic old woman. With rubber masks, wanted posters, and a coffee shop robbery, this heartwarming tale explores the unlikely friendship between two strangers.
Remy is a medical student who has a flair for making his patients comfortable. His genuine concern for the patients in his charge marks him as a hot prospect in his internship program. Pamela works at a children's book publishing company. The two meet via Pamela's brother, who is also Remy's good friend. They fall in love and get an apartment in the East Village of New York. Soon after, the couple begins to indulge in speed and barbiturates. They become heavily addicted. Remy is thrown out of medical school and Pamela quits her job. Remy soon finds himself in debt with the local dealer, Stutter, who introduces his customer to heroin as a revenge for his late bill. Pamela faces the prospect of getting sober at her brother's clinic, but must leave behind a destitute Remy in order to do it.
Rosie, a single mother, tries to protect her daughter from her troubled past. When her secret is exposed, Rosie must confront the consequences and navigate her way through challenges and unexpected events.
Confessions of a Superhero is a documentary film that delves into the lives of the costumed street performers on Hollywood Boulevard. It follows the struggles and aspirations of these individuals who dress up as superheroes to entertain tourists and make a living. The film provides an intimate and revealing look into the hopes, dreams, and challenges faced by these unique characters. Through interviews and personal stories, the documentary offers a glimpse into the personal lives of the performers and explores the motivation behind their chosen profession.
Eighteen is a drama movie set in 2005 that explores themes of unplanned pregnancy, gay crush, family tragedy, and coming out. The protagonist navigates through a series of events such as a car accident, loss of a sibling, and encounters with male prostitution and social workers. The movie delves into the struggles of an unstable teenager as he seeks solace and love amidst the challenges of life.
Three Little Pigskins is a slapstick comedy featuring The Three Stooges as football players who are mistaken for college football stars by gangsters. The trio gets involved in a series of misadventures, including cross-dressing and getting sprayed with water. The film showcases their signature physical comedy and slapstick humor.
Jim Rockford tries to help his godson, son of Denis Becker, rise out of poverty and homelessness, but soon discovers the young man's problems are far more complicated than he imagined.
One evening, Martin, a broadcasting student, is invited for coffee by Lawrence, the TV reporter he idolizes. During the days that follow, Martin shares with his friends separately three versions of what transpired during his meeting with Lawrence: what happened, what really happened, and what might have actually happened. Through conversations with friends, Martin comes to terms with the idea that his idol – a dignified newsman who is supposed to be a paragon of virtue – is not who he appears to be on television.
A documentary film by Peter I. Chang which traces the life of the Japanese musician Hisao Shinagawa through his early years as a folk singer in Tokyo to his current occupation as a street performer in Los Angeles.
This documentary explores the Deadhead phenomenon. For thirty years, Jerry Garcia played guitar and sang for the Grateful Dead, and by doing so, inspired a modern cultural phenomenon: the legions of nomadic fans that made a communal way of life out of following Jerry and the Dead, the Deadheads. The End of the Road began shooting three months prior to Garcia's death in 1995, on the road with the wandering family of Deadheads- on what would be the final tour with Jerry and the Grateful Dead. Featuring a soundtrack by Merl Saunders and Jerry Garcia, the film celebrates this social, political and cultural movement in its twilight.
Documentary of S.K. Thoth, a multi-ethnic street performer whose music marries cultures and blurs gender lines.
The San Francisco scene in 1967-68. Documentary about hippies shot during the height of the movement . Viewpoints from many kinds of people. Music by Steve Miller Band, Mother Earth, Quicksilver Messenger Service and others.