Movies and TvShows featuring "pen-pal" theme.

In the summer of 1965, two 12-year-olds, Sam and Suzy, fall in love on an island. They plan to run away together, but are pursued by search parties and a violent storm.

In 1940s Budapest, two employees at a small gift shop are constantly at odds with each other, unaware that they are each other's anonymous pen pals who have fallen in love. As Christmas approaches, their identities are revealed and they must confront their true feelings.

Mansfield Park is a period drama based on a novel. It tells the story of a young woman, Fanny Price, who is sent to live with her wealthy relatives in a country estate. Fanny faces challenges of class distinction, unspoken love, and societal expectations. She learns to navigate the complexities of relationships and discovers her own independent spirit.

The Death & Life of John F. Donovan follows the life of a gay actor through interviews and letters. The story is set in the 2000s and explores themes of identity, fame, and the struggles of being a closeted homosexual. The narrative is non-linear, showcasing the actor's younger version of himself and his relationships with a pen pal and unlikely friends. It delves into the challenges he faces in the movie business and his nervous breakdown. Ultimately, it is a moving portrayal of a man's life and search for acceptance in Hollywood.

A young woman named Anita is released from prison and finds herself caught up in a crime spree when she accidentally shoots a police officer. On the run, she seeks the help of her parole officer and forms a relationship with a teenage girl. As their friendship grows, they navigate through small town prejudices and religious mania while avoiding capture by law enforcement.

In the 1950s, a young Italian boy named Alberto forms an unlikely friendship with a sea creature that can transform into a human. Together, they embark on an adventure to repair a boat and deliver a letter to Alberto's pen pal. Along the way, they discover the true meaning of friendship and family.

After receiving a letter from his pen pal at an orphanage, a former soldier embarks on a dangerous mission to rescue her from human traffickers. With limited resources and a mysterious past, he must navigate through a world of danger and intrigue to bring her back home.

A writer in New York develops a close relationship with a bookseller in London through letters, sparking a lifelong friendship.

Sirf Tum is a romantic drama film that follows the story of a young woman who falls in love with her brother-in-law. The film explores the complexities of their relationship and the obstacles they face due to societal norms and family dynamics. With elements of drama, music, and romance, Sirf Tum takes the audience on an emotional journey of forbidden love and sacrifice.

In this docudrama Rosa von Praunheim looks into Johann Wolfgang von Goethe’s sexual orientation, especially into his erotic experiences during his travels in Italy. Contrary to the common belief, von Praunheim argues that Goethe was not a heartbreaker and conqueror after all. It was only in Italy, that he had diverse sexual experiences, not least with men. Von Praunheim bases his assumption on letters written by Goethe to his friend Friedrich Heinrich Jacobi about these sexual encounters. Some of the content of these letters is re-encated in the film. At the same time, historians and linguists analyse and classify the letters into their historical context.

Saajan is a story about an orphan who becomes pen pals with a woman. They fall in love through their letters but tragedy strikes when she mistakenly thinks he is blind. As they navigate their complicated relationship, they must face societal pressures, love triangles, and personal sacrifices. Will their love survive?

During the holiday season, two pen pals who have been writing to each other for years decide to meet in person for the first time. However, they soon discover that they have mistaken each other's identities and must navigate the challenges of love and friendship in the beautiful city of Boston.

Holiday for Heroes is a romantic movie that tells the story of two pen pals who fall in love during the holiday season. They meet for the first time when one of them returns from serving in Afghanistan. With Christmas approaching, they discover the magic of love and the joy of the holiday season.

A 22 year old man who has lived inside a crystal room because of a rare illness, meets an up and coming rock star, and the two fall in love.

The 1930s. Sidner's mother Solveig dies in a very unfortunate bicycle accident involving some cows. Sidner, his sister and his father Aron move to Sunne to work at a hotel. Aron tries hard to leave the sweet memories of his wife behind him but that isn't made easier by the fact that he always meets her ghost. Aron gets himself a pen friend, a young girl in New Zealand called Tessa. He starts to dream of beginning a new life on the other side of the world. Will his dreams come true and can they help him to cure his regret over the death of his wife?

In The Red Snowball Tree, a former thief is released from jail and goes to live in a rural Russian village. He struggles with guilt and alienation, but finds hope and redemption through a pen pal and a mother-son relationship.

A soldier and a woman develop a strong connection through letters while he is deployed overseas. They navigate the challenges of a long-distance relationship and find love.

A military farce from a rookie with over a hundred female pen pals.

In a small town in Minnesota, a schoolteacher finds herself pregnant and facing the judgement of her tight-knit community. With the help of her pen pal in Ireland, she navigates the challenges of being a single mother and the pressures to conform to societal norms. Along the way, she discovers the power of forgiveness and the importance of staying true to oneself.

In a small town in California, a detective is drawn into the investigation of a crime that he believes is a frame-up. As he delves deeper into the case, he discovers a web of deception and lies. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters including a portrait painter, a female doctor, a police detective, and a companion. The detective must navigate through the twists and turns of the case to uncover the truth and bring the real culprits to justice.