Movies and TvShows featuring "search-for-meaning" theme.

Global human annihilation is impending due to a mystery planet speeding towards Earth. Among the hedonistic crowd, one quiet and perpetually uneasy woman stands out, while the majority feel free to follow their greatest desires.

In 'Pokémon: The First Movie (1998)', a group of trainers embark on a journey to save the world from the powerful clone Pokemon, Mewtwo, who seeks revenge on his creators. Along the way, they learn about the value of friendship and forgiveness.

Dekalog is a TV show consisting of ten films, each representing one of the Ten Commandments. Set in Communist Poland, the stories revolve around characters facing moral challenges and grappling with the meaning of life. Themes of infidelity, jealousy, spirituality, belief, and religion are explored.

Pioneering documentary maker Philomena Cunk returns with her most ambitious quest to date: venturing right up the universe and everything to examine life and existence in an attempt to find out the point of it all. Along the way, she interrogates experts on subjects from the big bang to biology and art to artificial intelligence. Really get to the nub of it.

The Visitor follows the story of a lonely university professor who finds a new sense of purpose when he befriends a Syrian immigrant and his family. After a wrongful arrest, Walter meets Tarek, a young immigrant and former drummer, and his mother Zainab, a jewelry-maker. As Walter gets to know the family, he discovers their struggles and helps them navigate the challenges of living in a new country. Through their friendship, the characters find hope, connection, and a renewed sense of identity.

In a small town, a mysterious stranger named Kensho arrives and starts to bring awakening and change to the residents. As the townspeople struggle with their own personal issues, they are forced to confront their fears and desires. Kensho acts as a catalyst, pushing them towards self-discovery and healing. Through his interactions with the residents, Kensho teaches them valuable life lessons and helps them find happiness and fulfillment.

Nine (2009) is a musical drama film that explores the complex relationships between a film director named Guido Contini, his wife Luisa, and his mistress Carla. Guido struggles to balance his personal and professional life while dealing with themes of love, infidelity, and the search for meaning. The film is set in the 1960s and showcases the vibrant world of Italian cinema, fashion, and music.

Drugstore Cowboy follows the story of a group of drug-abusing friends who live an unconventional and dangerous lifestyle, stealing drugs from pharmacies and leading a life of crime. The film explores the themes of drug addiction, the consequences of drug abuse, and the struggles of a group of individuals trying to find meaning and purpose in their lives.

Paris is a comedy-drama-romance film that revolves around the lives of various characters in the bustling city of Paris. It explores themes of love, relationships, and personal growth. The story follows a single mother and her new love interest, a professional dancer, as they navigate their way through the complexities of life in Paris. Along the way, they encounter accidental deaths, family relationships, and the challenges of pursuing their dreams. Set against the backdrop of iconic landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, the film provides a captivating city portrait filled with heartwarming moments and unexpected twists.

Despite her fame and fortune, Mina, a successful Indian actress in Mumbai, can't forget her little sister Sita, from whom she was forced to separate after their mother's death in a village. Thirty years later she will finally find out that Sita is alive and well in Barcelona. However, Sita's adoptive parents have erased all traces of her past. She is now called Paula, works as a researcher in Biology and has no recollection of her Indian background, let alone of Mina. Faced with the shocking truths of her past, Paula begins a long journey of self-discovery, aided along the way by her budding romance with the handsome Indian immigrant Prakash. A story of hope and love across Mumbai and Barcelona; from India to the Mediterranean and all the way back.

In I ♥ Huckabees, a group of individuals in a suburban town grapple with existential crises and delve into interconnected lives. The story revolves around an investigation into the meaning of life, with themes of superficiality, friendship, and enlightenment. The characters navigate through various storylines, exploring concepts like Buddhism, celebrity, religion, and environmental activism. Through surreal and dark comedy, the film explores the depths of human emotions and the complexities of existence.

He Died with a Felafel in His Hand is a comedy film that explores the chaotic and eccentric lives of a group of housemates in Brisbane, Australia. The film follows their struggles with relationships, addiction, and the search for meaning in an urban setting. Filled with dark humor and absurd situations, it offers a unique perspective on the meaning of life.

A director's bond with her son is tested when he falls for her close friend, forcing them to navigate love, trust, and shifting relationships.

Nightwatching (2007) is a biographical drama that follows the story of Rembrandt, a famous Dutch painter. The movie revolves around a mysterious murder and the secrets hidden in Rembrandt's artwork. It explores themes of conspiracy, revenge, and hypocrisy in the 1640s Dutch society. Rembrandt's involvement in a militia group and his relationships with his maid and a high-class woman add complexity to the plot. As the story unfolds, a hidden message in one of Rembrandt's portraits leads to the unraveling of a neighborhood-watch murder mystery.

The State of Things follows a film crew as they try to complete a movie despite facing numerous setbacks and personal crises. The film explores themes of disillusionment, existential loneliness, and the challenges of artistic creation. Shot in black and white, the movie has a nonlinear timeline and features minimalist filmmaking techniques. As the crew navigates through their difficulties, they grapple with their own desires and the complexities of the filmmaking process.

During the filming of a movie, a Spanish actor mysteriously disappears. The police believe he had an accident at a cliff but his body is never found. Many years later, the mystery resurfaces in the present day.

Chloe, a young homeless woman, meets Theo, an Inuit man, and the two embark on a journey to bring awareness to the issue of global warming. Along the way, they face various obstacles and develop a unique bond.

After meeting about a month ago, Alex and Jade fall for each other hard. When she invites him to join her in the country with some friends, including her cousin Oliver, he leaps at the chance. But what Jade has failed to make clear is that they will be sharing with other young guests who are all members of a commune led by Gabriel, a former college professor obsessed with Nietzsche. Alex, who has been soul-searching since he quit studying economics, soon realizes that Gabriel is a bona fide guru who has turned his magnificent house into what he calls a “laboratory of the real,” where pretence, prejudice, taboos and morality are banned. (FNC)

Maria Casarès, a theatre actress and Albert Camus, one of the most important modern french writer, keep a long correspondence (more than 900 letters) about their love and the emotions they feel for each other for 15 years.

Truth About Men is a comedic exploration of the various deceptive tactics used by men in relationships. From age differences to cheating, the movie delves into the humorous aspects of these behaviors. With a mix of romance and drama, the film takes a lighthearted look at the complexities of love and the differences between men and women.