Movies and TvShows featuring "self-pity" theme.
Sarah, a teenager with a vivid imagination, must embark on a treacherous journey through the Labyrinth to save her baby brother, who has been taken by the Goblin King. Along the way, she encounters strange creatures, makes new friends, and learns important lessons about love, bravery, and growing up.
Cherry follows the journey of a young man who enlists in the army as a medic, experiences the horrors of war in Iraq, and becomes addicted to drugs. He then turns to a life of crime, robbing banks to support his addiction and struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder.
Rio Bravo is a western drama set in the 1880s. The story follows a sheriff who must protect a small town from a gang of criminals. He enlists the help of a drunk ex-lawman and a young gunslinger, forming an unlikely trio. As they face various obstacles, including conflicts among themselves and with the gang, they must rely on their loyalty and skills to maintain law and order.
Grossly overweight yet good-hearted professor Sherman Klump takes a special chemical that turns him into the slim but obnoxious Buddy Love. Sherman falls in love with Carla, a chemistry graduate student. However, his alter ego Buddy begins to take over and uses Sherman's work to impress a wealthy alumnus. Buddy's aggressive behavior and womanizing ways cause problems, and Sherman must fight to regain control of his body and prove himself to Carla and the others.
Spider-Woman, Agent of S.W.O.R.D., battles against an alien race disguised as humans. She teams up with other Marvel characters like Spider-Man and Wolverine to protect Earth from alien invasions. With her strong female character and unique abilities, Spider-Woman faces psychological trauma and self-pity but ultimately emerges as a superhero fighting for justice.
Ron Kovic, a young and patriotic boy, enlists in the Marine Corps and goes on to serve in the Vietnam War. After a series of traumatic experiences, including the accidental shooting of a fellow Marine and becoming paralyzed, Ron becomes disillusioned with the war and his country. He returns home to a society that has forgotten about its Vietnam veterans and becomes an anti-war and pro-human rights political activist.
Where Hope Grows is a drama film that follows a former professional baseball player named Calvin Campbell. Calvin's life takes a turn when he meets Produce, a grocery store clerk with Down syndrome. Through their friendship, Calvin finds hope and redemption as he learns valuable life lessons and discovers the power of unconditional love.
After a car accident leaves him disfigured, a man's life takes a dark turn as he navigates love, jealousy, virtual reality, and the blurred lines between dreams and reality.
Jolana (18) is an object of her step-father's desire. She is unable to cope, especially when her own mother turns a blind eye. Those events are heavily paid for when she finds herself working in a brothel. Her inability to cope raise a question: What is it she actually wants? Are her dreams of escaping really better than the reality she finds herself in?
An animated TV program that follows the life of an overworked and underpaid TV producer and her crewmates who work on a daytime talk show.
Ricki, a rock star, abandons her family to pursue her music career. However, when her daughter faces a crisis, Ricki must return home and face the consequences of her choices. Through music and personal struggles, she tries to reconnect with her family and find redemption.
Moment by Moment is a drama romance movie released in 1978. The story follows an age-difference romance between a real estate agent and a socialite, filled with secrets, eavesdropping, and a revealing exhibition.
Simon Axler, an aging stage actor, is in the midst of a personal crisis. His career is on the decline, his wife has left him, and he is contemplating suicide. Seeking redemption, Simon embarks on a tumultuous love affair with a much younger woman.
After the death of his wife, a shy concert pianist named Charlie tries to build a new life for himself by working as a pianist in a bar. However, his past catches up with him when his criminal brothers show up and bring danger to his doorstep. Charlie must navigate the world of organized crime while trying to protect his new love interest from harm.
The Fire Within tells the story of a man in the midst of a midlife crisis who contemplates suicide as he feels trapped in a world of emptiness and meaninglessness. Through his interactions with old friends, doctors, and an affair, he confronts his fears and existential despair, ultimately leading to a moment of self-discovery and acceptance.
23 Blast is based on the true story of Travis Freeman, a high school football player who becomes blind and must learn to navigate the challenges that come with his disability. With the support of his friends, family, and coach, Travis proves that determination and perseverance can overcome any obstacle.
A busboy on Broadway joins a famous nightclub in order to win a beautiful showgirl's heart. He struggles with unemployment, self-pity, and manipulation from others, but ultimately learns the value of self-sacrifice and devotion.
An AIDS-stricken woman becomes a leader in the struggle to educate people about the disease and its prevention.
After a car accident leaves him stranded in his car during a mudslide, a man must use his instincts and find a way to survive while facing various challenges and dangers.
Never Fear is a 1950 American drama film about a young dancer who contracts polio. Despite being confined to a wheelchair, she refuses to let her illness define her and works towards her dream of dancing again. The film explores themes of perseverance, love, and the power of physical rehabilitation. Directed by Ida Lupino, it is a moving and inspiring story.