Movies and TvShows featuring "pragmatism" theme.

Ryota, a timid salaryman who has difficulties fitting in at home and work has his average life changed after his estranged father falls ill. Along with his wife Sae and their only child Moe, he travels to his father's country town, where he begins to uncover his father's mysterious past spent searching for a mythical creature.

Two old friends, Andre and Wally, meet for dinner and engage in a profound conversation about life, philosophy, and the nature of reality. They discuss various topics ranging from art, spirituality, to personal experiences. The film explores the complexities of human existence and the search for meaning.

Set during the Vietnam War, 'The Odd Angry Shot' follows a group of Australian army soldiers as they face various challenges and forge bonds of camaraderie. With themes of violence, death, and the realities of war, the movie also incorporates aspects of comedy and showcases the unique experiences of Australian soldiers in the conflict.

In the midst of escalating tensions between the United States and an alien civilization, a signal from outer space sparks a global conspiracy. As governments and militaries race to decipher its meaning, a team of scientists and astronauts must navigate political turmoil and personal dilemmas to uncover the truth behind the mysterious message.

A critique of materialism, the film is about a young couple who live in a rundown empty apartment. Their love is so strong that it makes the water flow and the electricity work, but when they start purchasing furniture and knickknacks, they fight and grow apart.

Being in the World is a celebration of human beings, and our ability, through the mastery of physical, intellectual and creative skills, to find meaning in the world around us. This film takes us on a gripping and surprising journey around the world meeting extraordinary people, showing how we go from following rules to proficiency, to becoming masters in the form artists, craftsmen, athletes, and, ultimately, unique human beings attuned to the sacred.

The Land of the Wandering Souls is a documentary that follows the lives of workers in Cambodia, showcasing their struggles, poverty, and hope for a better future. It focuses on the challenges faced by laborers in a country still recovering from the devastation caused by the Khmer Rouge regime. The film also highlights their resourcefulness and pragmatism in finding ways to survive and support their families.

American Philosopher is a collection of eight short films by Philip McReynolds, a philosophy lecturer and amateur filmmaker. McReynolds has recorded hundreds of hours of interviews with professional philosophers and other key players in the field to examine different philosophies in America.