Movies and TvShows featuring "stomach-cancer" theme.

Ikiru follows the story of Kanji Watanabe, a government official who is diagnosed with stomach cancer. Realizing that he has limited time left to live, Watanabe embarks on a quest to find meaning in his life. Through his journey, he discovers the importance of making a positive impact on others and finding happiness in the small moments. This poignant drama explores themes of mortality, loneliness, and the search for purpose.

A Snake of June is a Japanese erotic thriller film directed by Shinya Tsukamoto. The movie follows Rinko, a woman who receives a series of disturbing photographs that depict her performing sexual acts. She is then blackmailed by the mysterious photographer, who threatens to expose her to her husband. As Rinko becomes more entangled in the photographer's web, she must confront her own desires and fears. Set in Tokyo, the film explores themes of sexuality, obsession, and power dynamics.

Ironweed follows the story of a drifter named Francis Phelan, who returns to his hometown of Albany, New York. He is haunted by his past, especially the death of his infant son. Francis battles alcoholism and struggles with guilt as he tries to mend his broken relationships, including with his wife. Set during the Great Depression, the film delves into themes of love, compassion, and the harsh realities faced by the homeless population.

After his wife and son are killed during a bank robbery, a man becomes obsessed with seeking revenge against those responsible. As he goes down a dark path of violence and self-destruction, he must confront his own moral compass and question how far he is willing to go for vengeance.

Dio: Dreamers Never Die is the first authorized documentary on the legendary heavy metal vocalist. It takes viewers on a journey through his remarkable career, featuring interviews with his peers, family, and friends. The film also includes never-before-seen footage and personal photos, providing a unique perspective on the life and legacy of this iconic musician.

A dying architect named John is haunted by recurring nightmares and delusions. As he battles with his terminal illness, he takes a road trip to a roadside cafe and meets a mysterious woman named Alice. Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery and acceptance. John's faith and dreams are tested as he confronts his own mortality and the pain of losing loved ones.

Cody Brewer, a quiet New England fisherman isn't doing too well for himself. His wife feels neglected, and his son keeps getting picked on by the school bully. While out collecting his lobster traps one day, Cody finds a strange green moss that holds magical powers. Once word gets out about the magical moss, the entire town suddenly becomes Cody's best friend, all hoping to get a piece of it. With the townspeople clamoring for some moss and the already delicate state of the Brewer family, Cody has a tough time figuring out exactly what to do.

Lorenzo, a handsome first-year professor in an isolated Italian village, falls under the spell of his most beguiling pupil, a dark-haired, starry-eyed 12-year-old named Duilio. As Lorenzo's relationship with his heartless girlfriend deteriorates, he finds himself walking the fields with his loving student. When their idyllic friendship is questioned by Duilio's suspicious stepmother, Lorenzo is brought to a crisis of conscience.

A mom and her 10-year-old son motor around the country as she makes ends meet by turning tricks until her car breaks down. She then temporarily takes up with a hardware store owner until she gets her own place. Then the kid's father shows up to try to take the two over.

A rich girl marries a doctor. Differences crop up between the two and starts to snowball wherein she returns to her father's house. Months later she returns only to find he is in love with a nurse.

A successful Japanese movie director in his sixties becomes increasingly ill while working on his latest film. Though his family, friends, and doctor try to keep the secret of his terminal cancer from him, Buhei gradually comes to realize the truth of his condition, leading him on a journey of despair, anger, and – ultimately – acceptance.

A journey of love and hope, of courage and sacrifice, and one man's miraculous salvation through a life-saving liver transplant. FORCE OF DESTINY is a story of survival inspired by Paul Cox's personal experiences and his recent book Tales From the Cancer Ward.