Movies and TvShows featuring "struggling-writer" theme.
A struggling writer, Eddie Morra, discovers a pill that allows him to access 100% of his brain's capabilities. With his newfound intelligence and abilities, Eddie rises to power and success, but soon finds himself caught in a dangerous web of threats and consequences.
Stuck in Love is a heartfelt comedy-drama that explores the complexities of love and family relationships. The movie follows the trials and tribulations of a famous novelist and his family as they navigate through the ups and downs of romance, writer's block, and personal struggles. Set in North Carolina, the film delves into themes of love, relationships, and the power of literature.
Playing It Cool is a romantic comedy about a screenwriter in Los Angeles who struggles to finish his screenplay while dealing with a complicated love life. He falls in love with a woman who is engaged but pretends to be in love with him. Throughout the movie, he navigates the ups and downs of love, friendship, and the competitive world of screenwriting.
Long Weekend follows the story of a struggling writer and a psychiatrist who meet and fall in love during a weekend getaway. They navigate through their individual struggles and find solace in each other's company. As they explore their relationship, they also confront past traumas and overcome personal obstacles. With a mix of comedy and romance, this movie takes the audience on an emotional journey filled with ups and downs.
A struggling writer and a street prostitute form an odd couple as they navigate their way through New York City. They live in a rented apartment, deal with eviction, and try to pursue their dreams while facing various challenges.
A down-on-his-luck writer, desperate for a career change, takes up a job as a college teacher. He finds himself in a new town, where he develops a love interest with one of his students. Through teaching, he learns important life lessons about love, friendship, and finding inspiration.
In Deathtrap, a struggling playwright named Sidney Bruhl is eager to find the next big hit. When a former student sends him a brilliant script called Deathtrap, Sidney sees an opportunity to revive his career. However, as the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Deathtrap is not just a play; it's a deadly mind game with unexpected twists and turns. As Sidney gets entangled in a web of deceit, murder, and betrayal, he must use all his wits to survive and come out on top. With its suspenseful plot and surprising ending, Deathtrap keeps the audience on the edge of their seats.
Martin Eden follows the story of a young sailor turned aspiring writer in Naples, Italy. As he falls in love and navigates the challenges of class differences, Martin faces the barriers of society while pursuing his dreams. His journey explores themes of individualism, labor unions, and the struggles of the working class.
Set between Paris and Rome’s Cinecitta’s Studios in the 1970s, a struggling writer seeks inspiration for his second novel, and falls in love with a famous movie star.
Gentlemen is a movie about a young struggling writer living in Stockholm in the 1960s and 1970s. The story follows his journey as he navigates through various challenges and encounters with his brother, a boxer, and a pianist. Set in multiple time frames, the movie explores themes of love, ambition, and the pursuit of creative expression.
Twenty Bucks is a comedic and dramatic movie that follows the journey of a twenty-dollar bill as it passes through the hands of various characters. The film explores the interconnected lives of these characters and the impact that the twenty-dollar bill has on their lives. It touches on themes of love, loss, and the everyday struggles of ordinary people.
Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga is a heartwarming movie that explores the struggles of a young woman as she navigates through societal expectations and prejudices to find love. Sweety, the protagonist, is a closeted lesbian who finds herself torn between her true identity and the pressure to conform to societal norms. With the support of her family, friends, and a budding romance with a writer, Sahil, Sweety embarks on a journey of self-discovery and acceptance. The film beautifully portrays the complexities of relationships, cultural clashes, and the power of love.
In communist-era Budapest, a struggling writer hires a mysterious maid who brings eccentricity and secretiveness into the writer's private life. As their bond grows, they uncover each other's traumatic pasts, including their experiences during World War Two and the Holocaust.
An ex-GI's daughter is abducted by a gang of white supremacists. He calls on one of his former Army buddies, and together they set out to track down the gang and rescue his daughter.
After receiving an anonymous letter from Santa Claus, a struggling writer embarks on a journey to find love and happiness. Along the way, she encounters various misadventures and misunderstandings, but ultimately discovers the true meaning of Christmas.
A struggling writer in Greenwich Village battles his own egocentricism and feelings of self-doubt, while dealing with his messy personal life and a lack of motivation in his career. He seeks help from a psychiatrist and finds inspiration in the women's club he becomes involved with. As he navigates the chaos of his life, he must confront his own selfishness and find a way to break through his writer's block.
Private Number follows a struggling writer who begins receiving cryptic messages and experiencing terrifying visions. As he tries to uncover the truth behind these disturbing events, he is pushed to the brink of insanity. Gaslighting and a mysterious middle eastern man add to the tension. Set against a backdrop of a strained husband-wife relationship and a low-budget production, the protagonist's grip on reality becomes increasingly fragile.
A struggling writer in Los Angeles becomes infatuated with a seductive woman, leading him down a dangerous path of jealousy and paranoia. As he delves deeper into his erotic mind games, he becomes entangled in a psycho-sexual struggle with deadly consequences.
In 1980s France, a struggling writer discovers his wife's infidelity and seeks revenge. Along the way, he becomes involved with a manipulative publisher and a young student, leading to a web of betrayal and broken hearts.
A struggling writer and his family, including his 12-year-old son, are held hostage in their remote cabin by a gang of bank robbers during a winter storm. As the situation intensifies, secrets are revealed and the writer must fight to protect his family.