Movies and TvShows featuring "stolen-bicycle" theme.
Peter Parker, a high school student in Queens, lives a double life as Spider-Man. When a new threat arises in New York City, he must balance his responsibilities and save the day.
Georgie, a dreamy 12-year-old girl, enjoys her peaceful life in her London flat, where she creates a world of magic. However, her blissful solitude is shattered when her estranged father unexpectedly returns. She is forced to confront the reality of her circumstances and navigate the challenges that come with her father's reappearance.
In post-war Italy, a working-class man's bicycle is stolen, endangering his efforts to find work. He and his son set out to find it. The film tells the story of Antonio Ricci, an unemployed man in the depressed post-World War II economy of Italy. With no money and a wife and two children to support, he is desperate for work. He is delighted to at last get a good job hanging up posters, but on the sole condition that he has a bicycle which must be used for work. He is told unequivocally: 'No bicycle, no job.' His wife Maria pawns their bedsheets in order to get money to redeem his bicycle from the pawnbroker. Early on in the film, Ricci's coveted bicycle is stolen by a bold young thief who snatches it when he is hanging up a poster. Antonio thinks that the police will take the theft very seriously, but they are not really interested in the petty theft of a bike. The only option is for Antonio and his friends to walk the streets of Rome themselves, looking for the bicycle. After trying for hours with no luck, they finally give up and leave. Desperate for leads and with his better judgement clouded, Antonio even visits the dubious backstreet fortune teller that he had earlier mocked, in the hope that she may be able to shed light upon the bike's whereabouts. However, she merely doles out to him one of the truisms that form her stock in trade: 'you'll find the bike quickly, or not at all.' Feeling cheated, a crestfallen Antonio hands over to her some of the last money that they have. After a rare treat of a meal in a restaurant, Antonio admits to his son that if he isn't able to work, they will simply starve. Antonio finally manages to locate the thief (who, it seems, had already sold the bicycle) and Bruno slips off to summon the police to the apartment. Antonio meanwhile, angrily accuses the thief of stealing his bike but the boy denies all knowledge of the crime. When the policeman arrives, he sees the accused boy lying on the floor feigning a seizure and surrounded by irate neighbours who blame Antonio's accusations for causing the 'innocent' boy's fit. The policeman tells Antonio that although he may have seen the boy stealing the bike, he did not catch the thief red-handed, nor has he any witnesses and that Antonio making an accusation is not good enough. With no proof and with the thief's neighbours willing to give him a false alibi, he abandons his cause. Antonio walks away from the house in despair, as the thief's neighbours follow, jeering at him about his lost bicycle. At the end of the film in one of the most resonant scenes, Antonio is sitting on the curb outside the packed football stadium. He looks at the hundreds and hundreds of bicycles that are parked outside the stadium and as he cradles his head in despair, a fleet of bicycles mockingly speeds past him. After vacillating for some time about whether to steal one for himself, he decides he has no other option but to snatch one that he spots outside an apartment. Unluckily, he is seen taking the bike and caught by a crowd of angry men who slap and humiliate him in front of his son. Ironically, this time with an army of witnesses who catch him, he is frogmarched off to the police station but after seeing how upset Bruno is, the owner of the bicycle declines to press charges. The film ends with the man and his son, sad and let down from what has just happened, they walk along in a crowd, leaving us with a dim outlook for the two. Holding hands, they are both reduced to tears.
In Going Places, two aimless individuals form a criminal duo and embark on a series of misadventures, including sexual obsessions, assaults, and theft. Their anarchic and unconventional journey tests the boundaries of morality and societal norms. Based on the novel, the movie explores themes of rebellion, sexual freedom, and the pursuit of living for the moment. The story delves into darker elements such as rape, molestation, and suicide, while also incorporating moments of humor and hijinks. With its unique blend of comedy and drama, Going Places offers a provocative exploration of relationships and the consequences of living outside the boundaries of the law.
Drinking Buddies follows the story of two best friends who work together at a brewery and find themselves questioning their feelings for each other as they navigate their own relationships.
In Manhattan, a bike messenger named Wilee picks up an envelope that attracts the interest of a dirty cop named Bobby Monday. As Wilee tries to deliver the envelope, he becomes the target of a city-wide chase. Along the way, he discovers the contents of the envelope and the significance it holds for a Chinese smuggler and a gambling-addicted police officer. With the help of his ex-girlfriend and fellow messengers, Wilee must outsmart Monday and deliver the package to its intended recipient.
The Secret is a documentary that explores the law of attraction and the power of positive thinking. It follows the experiences of individuals as they unlock the secrets of success and happiness. Through reenactments and interviews, the film reveals the ways in which thoughts and beliefs can shape reality and manifest desires.
Pee-wee embarks on a hilarious quest across the country to find his beloved stolen bicycle, encountering bizarre characters and situations along the way.
The Kid with a Bike follows a young boy named Cyril who is abandoned by his father and placed in a foster home. Determined to find love and family, Cyril sets out on a journey that leads him to a kind hairdresser named Samantha. Together, Cyril and Samantha navigate the complexities of their relationship while facing challenges and hardships along the way.
The Young Offenders is a comedy crime movie set in Ireland. It follows the story of two best friends who embark on a hilarious road trip to find a stolen bike. Along the way, they encounter cocaine, handcuffed men, police, and a GPS tracker, leading to a series of misadventures and comical situations. This heartwarming film explores themes of friendship, teenage delinquency, and the challenges of growing up in a small town.
Cyclo is a gripping crime drama set in Saigon. It explores the gritty underbelly of the city, as a young man becomes involved in the criminal underworld after his bicycle is stolen. The film delves into themes of poverty, violence, and existential loneliness, painting a vivid picture of life in the streets of Saigon.
A Bag of Hammers tells the story of two best friends and petty criminals, Ben and Alan, who find their lives turned upside down when a neglected nine-year-old boy enters their lives. They must choose between continuing their criminal lifestyle or taking responsibility for the young boy. With themes of friendship, family, and redemption, this heartwarming movie explores the struggles and growth of its characters.
In Small Country: An African Childhood, a young boy in Burundi experiences the challenges and joy of growing up in the midst of political turmoil. As he navigates his brother-sister relationship, school life, and his search for a stolen bicycle, he witnesses the impact of the presidential election on his country. Set against the backdrop of the 1994 election, the film explores themes of family, friendship, and the resilience of the human spirit.
Postman Blues is a crime thriller about a postman who unwittingly becomes entangled in a dangerous game orchestrated by the yakuza. As he tries to escape the clutches of both the criminals and the police, he must unravel the truth behind a murder of a police officer and navigate a web of suspense and deceit.
0.5 mm is a drama film that follows a young caregiver who becomes involved with an elderly couple. The story explores themes of elder care, caregiver-patient relationships, and the challenges faced by both the elderly and their caregivers. The plot also touches on subjects such as blackmail, con artists, and the complexities of family dynamics.
Umrika is a comedy-drama film set in the 1980s India. After his brother leaves their rural village to go to America, Ramakant sets out on a quest to find him. Through his journey, he encounters love, loss, and the true meaning of family.
When a 17-year-old Beijing student's bicycle is stolen, he embarks on a quest to find it, encountering various challenges and learning valuable life lessons along the way.
Petr is a courier, a messenger as a matter of fact. He is one of those young men who believe that on their bikes they have become part and parcel of the atmosphere of modern cities. He is a non-conformist who refuses to settle into today‘s deformed society, he abhors its indolence, consumerism and lies, as well as its pseudo-truths, pseudo-feelings, pseudo-loves and pseudo-values. Petr’s untrammelled personality keeps causing more and more serious problems. And Petr is also one of those who will never admit to themselves that they might be at the end of their tether.
A man becomes a caretaker in a Parisian condo and forms an unlikely friendship with his neighbor, leading to unexpected adventures and personal growth.
Leave It to Beaver is a delightful family comedy set in the suburbs of Ohio in the 1990s. It follows the life of an 8-year-old boy named Beaver and his adventures with his family and friends. From his first day of school to his first crush, Beaver navigates the ups and downs of childhood with humor and heart.