Movies and TvShows featuring "spinal-injury" theme.

Æon Flux is a sci-fi thriller TV show set in a dystopian future where an agent named Æon Flux fights against a dictatorial regime. With elements of cyberpunk and surrealism, the show explores themes of anarchy, immorality, and rebellion. Æon Flux and her allies engage in missions involving espionage, sabotage, and undercover operations, using their skills in martial arts and advanced technology. As Æon Flux uncovers dark secrets and encounters dangerous enemies, she must navigate a world where nothing is as it seems.

After suffering a catastrophic and almost fatal spinal cord injury, professional rugby player Ed Jackson's world changed forever. Follows Ed's journey on his recovery as he achieves the mental and physical heights of Snowdonia, the Alps and Himalayas to the life-altering challenges closer to home.

Frances O'Brian, Head Librarian, is having a hellish time of it. And for once it's not all of her making. Frances' mother, suffering from both dementia and a really horrible personality, lands on the O'Brien doorstep. Adding to her woes, morale at the Middleton Interactive Learning Centre is at a new all time low. In order to stay open, the library is forced to run as a business and return an annual profit. As the staff has a hard enough time enforcing the return of a book, this latest initiative could spell the end of the library.

In 'He Was a Quiet Man,' an isolated and introverted office worker named Bob Maconel finds himself drawn into a series of bizarre events. After witnessing a mass shooting at his workplace, Bob is mistaken for the gunman and hailed as a hero. As he navigates his newfound celebrity, Bob's alter ego emerges, leading him down a path of self-discovery, romance, and unexpected twists.

David Holmes: The Boy Who Lived is a coming-of-age documentary that explores the close friendship between Daniel Radcliffe and his stunt double, David Holmes. The film takes a heartfelt look at their bond, which is put to the test when David suffers a life-changing accident. Despite the challenges they face, their friendship remains strong.

Kairo Aoi, a young teacher with striking good looks, has just learned that his new student, Sora Amakami, is the alluring teen prostitute he once hired. Here the nightmare begins. As the walls of the prestigious academy become a percolating hotbed of sexual intrigue, prostitution and blackmail, other students, including Sora's nerdy roommate and the sinister campus bully, are pulled down the same torrid path of unquenchable desire toward the inevitable moment when obsession turns deadly.

Dive Bomber (1941) is a movie set in San Diego, California during World War II. It follows the story of a divorced doctor turned aviator who becomes a test pilot for the US Navy. As he trains to become a dive bomber, he faces romantic rivalry, jealousy, and dangerous missions. The movie explores themes of marriage, medicine, friendship, and self-sacrifice.

A documentary film about the life and career of Teddy Pendergrass, showcasing his rise to fame as a soul singer and the tragic car accident that left him paralyzed. The film explores his journey to overcome adversity and continue to make music.

The Last Days of Patton is a biographical drama set during the final days of General George S. Patton's life. As he lies in a hospital bed, paralyzed after a car accident, Patton reflects on his military career and the impact of war. The film explores his relationship with his loyal dog, the challenges he faced as a war prisoner, and his triumphs on the battlefield.

Million Dollar Mermaid is a movie based on the true story of a swimmer who becomes a star. It follows her journey from childhood to fame, with all the ups and downs along the way. From scandalous headlines to a spinal injury, she overcomes obstacles to become a beloved icon. The movie showcases her talent and determination, featuring stunning swimming sequences, musical numbers, and a touch of romance.

Jack Killoran is a lawyer who can 'fix' any situation for his wealthy clients, usually by bribing or blackmailing corrupt officials. Killoran runs afoul of some of his clients when he has a crisis of conscience after miraculously surviving a riding accident.

The Frogmen is a historical drama set during World War II. It follows a group of navy frogmen who must overcome obstacles and prejudice as they conduct underwater demolition operations in the Pacific Ocean. The film explores themes of earning respect, facing discrimination, and the race against time to complete their missions.

Hot Rods to Hell follows a group of teenagers who are on their way to California in their hot rod, but their car breaks down in a small desert town. They soon find themselves facing danger and violence from the locals, leading to a thrilling and intense battle for survival.

Polly is a brave young girl living in a small town in Alabama in the 1950s. Despite facing challenges like segregation and being an orphan, she embarks on an exciting journey of self-discovery and friendship. With the power of music, Polly overcomes obstacles and brings hope to her community.

After a woman is crippled in an auto accident which killed her husband, she suddenly develops the powers to heal. First she uses the power to heal herself and then turns to others. However, her powers are beyond healing psychic scars that exist between her and her mother. Meanwhile, her best friend and her doctor struggle to understand her newfound abilities.

Everybody expected military flight Boxtop 22 from Thule into the vast frozen wilderness of Canada's North Western territories to be boring routine, but in a matter of minutes a crash reduces Gulf War veteran pilot Captain John Couch's crew and passengers to ever-growing despair. First they consider themselves relatively lucky as 14 out of 18 aboard are alive, including Captain Wilma De Groot, a medical doctor, but as time progresses the merciless cold makes it seem hopeless to check on Bob and Sue, who cannot be moved near the only campfire, while rescue attempts on land from Alert ('only' about 10 miles) and by air from Edmonton (8 hours flying) take no less then 32 hours to reach the plane wreck...

In the midst of World War II, a traumatized bombadier finds himself confined to a remote and eerie Welsh hospital after sustaining a severe injury. As he navigates through the darkness of both his physical and mental state, he becomes entangled in a web of secrets and forbidden desires.

Join Stephen Hawking as he investigates the groundbreaking research surrounding stem cells, from their potential in curing diseases to their role in understanding aging and regeneration.

Three friends meet one summer at a skydiving center. Adventurous, they spend most of their time jumping - for thrills and to escape what haunts them. When his dream of becoming a pilot is shattered, Rafaël, a young daredevil of 20 years, puts his life in danger by pushing his limits as a parashooter. Her friend Charles, the older owner of the skydiving center, tries to make her understand reason while developing a love passion for Manu, a young woman who, at 20, has to deal with her mother's cancer. But Manu and Rafaël also develop a strong passion, which comes to compromise the strong bond between the three friends. Things don't work out when Rafaël, who has been forbidden to jump, comes to miss a particularly dangerous jump prepared by Charles.

The Hill Chris Climbed: The Gridiron Heroes Story is a powerful documentary that follows the inspiring journey of a young football player named Chris as he overcomes a devastating spinal injury. Through the support of his family, community, and the Gridiron Heroes charity, Chris undergoes intensive physical therapy and rehabilitation to regain his mobility and independence. This heartwarming film highlights the importance of perseverance, hope, and the power of the human spirit.