Movies and TvShows featuring "sexual-melodrama" theme.
Set in the Italian Renaissance, The Borgias follows the Borgia family as they rise to power in the Catholic Church, engaging in schemes, murder, and forbidden relationships. The series explores themes of corruption, lust, and vendetta in a backdrop of political intrigue and power struggles.
In 1692, the inhabitants of Salem, Massachusetts experience mass hysteria and begin accusing each other of witchcraft, leading to trials and executions.
Jaime, a lesbian teenager, is sent to live in a Jehovah's Witness community. She develops strong feelings for a devout Witness girl, and they begin a passionate relationship. The consequences of their affair will have a profound impact on their future.
Queen Bee is a drama/romance movie that tells the story of a jealous woman and a lumber company owner. The woman is the business manager for the company and becomes infatuated with the owner, who is married. The plot follows their complicated relationship and the consequences it has on those around them.
Archaeologist Walter and his wife Laura are working at a dig on a small island off the coast of Sweden. One day Laura catches Walter having a go at it with his sexy assistant, Anna. Laura calls in her old friend--and former lesbian lover--Hanni to help get her revenge on Walter by having she and Hanni seduce Anna.
Human Desire tells the story of a man trapped in a loveless marriage who becomes obsessed with a married woman. As their relationship intensifies, it leads to murder and a web of deceit.
Bitter Rice is a crime drama set in the Po Valley in Italy. It follows a small-time crook who becomes involved in a jewel heist, a love quadrangle, and the moral reformation of a working-class poor. The story unfolds against the backdrop of rice paddies, beauty contests, boogie-woogie dancing, and heavy rain. It explores themes of femininity, female solidarity, and the exploitation of women in post-World War II Italy.
A high school senior and star swimmer, Ben Cronin, has his life turned upside down when a new girl in town becomes obsessed with him. As Ben tries to navigate the complexities of teenage romance, he soon finds himself in a dangerous and deadly situation that threatens his future and those around him.
When Night Is Falling is a romantic drama about a conservative professor who embarks on a voyage of self-discovery when she falls in love with a circus performer. The movie explores themes of sexuality, identity, and societal expectations.
A woman travels to Paris for a conference but becomes fixated on a man she believes is responsible for her sister's disappearance. As she delves deeper into her obsession, she uncovers dark secrets and questions her own sanity.
When a college student decides to conduct an experiment by spreading rumors, the consequences become increasingly dangerous and unpredictable.
Lip Service is a drama TV show that takes place in Glasgow, Scotland. It follows the lives of a group of lesbians as they navigate relationships, careers, and personal struggles. The show delves into themes of love, identity, and acceptance.
Alfie, a ladies man and committed bachelor, spends his days hopping from one romantic encounter to another in 1960s London. However, as he navigates a series of complex relationships, Alfie begins to question his hedonistic lifestyle and the consequences of his actions.
In this psychological thriller, a circus performer with a dark past becomes entangled in a romantic sabotage plot, leading to blackmail, murder, and a police manhunt. As secrets unravel and tensions rise, the characters are forced to confront their fears and desires, resulting in a thrilling and twisted tale of love and betrayal.
Sonny (2002) is a crime drama movie about a young man, Sonny, who tries to build a better life for himself but finds it difficult due to his troubled past. He struggles with his relationship with his mother, who used to be a prostitute, and gets involved in a dangerous world of crime. The movie explores themes of family, redemption, and the consequences of one's actions.
In Loft (2010), a group of friends share a secret loft in which they engage in extramarital affairs. However, their lives are turned upside down when they discover the body of a woman in the loft. As they try to uncover the truth and protect their own secrets, the group becomes tangled in a web of deception, betrayal, and murder. With each member becoming a suspect, they must navigate their relationships and confront their own darkness to find out who is responsible.
Set in 1954, two best friends, Sonny Burns and Gunner Cassidy, navigate the complexities of love and adulthood in Indianapolis. Sonny deals with pressures of marriage while Gunner longs for adventure and struggles with conformity. As they journey through love and desire, their friendship is tested, leading them to discover their true selves.
Happiness (1965) is a drama/romance movie that explores themes of infidelity and the complexities of relationships. Set in France, the film follows the story of a man who confesses his infidelity to his wife, leading to a love triangle and deep emotional struggles. The movie delves into the dynamics of family relationships and societal expectations, while also exploring themes of love, desire, and self-discovery.
Set in 1940s Kenya, White Mischief follows the story of a wealthy British expatriate community indulging in a hedonistic and decadent lifestyle. When a murder trial uncovers secrets and revenge, marriages are tested and alliances are broken in this captivating period drama.
Flesh and the Devil is a silent film from 1926 that tells the story of two lifelong friends who become estranged when they both fall in love with the same femme fatale. Their friendship is put to the test as they navigate the complexities of love, betrayal, and societal expectations.