Movies and TvShows featuring "surrogate-brother" theme.

Kabamaru is a young ninja who transfers to a new school and faces various challenges while trying to conceal his true identity.

In the near future, a father named Yang navigates a world where advanced technology and artificial intelligence are deeply integrated into everyday life. When his daughter, also named Yang, suddenly stops functioning, he embarks on a quest to understand what went wrong and find a way to reconnect with her. As he delves into the mysteries of her malfunction, he uncovers a web of conspiracy theories, mysterious encounters, and unexpected connections. Along the way, he grapples with his own grief, loss, and the challenges of navigating a society that is both technologically advanced and emotionally complex.

Jim, a former army soldier, struggles with anger and unemployment in Los Angeles. He forms a friendship with his best friend Mike and they navigate through the dangerous streets of the city, getting involved in crime and facing the consequences of their actions.

Strayed is set in the autumn of 1940. A soldier fleeing the war finds himself in an abandoned house with a small group of refugees. Together, they must navigate the dangers of the German occupation while also dealing with their own personal struggles. As they fight to survive, they form unexpected bonds and discover the resilience of the human spirit.

A groom and his best friends travel to the Australian outback for a wedding. They encounter awkward situations, drug dealers, psychopaths, and plenty of comedic errors along the way.

After lengthy discussions with Willy Vandersteen, the artist of the comic strip, this series was put into production in 1973. This happened in collaboration with the Flemish actor and producer Wies Andersen. Instead of adaptations of the existing comics, six new stories were chosen. The puppets were given multiple facial expressions and the sets and props were made based on detailed designs by Studio Vandersteen. Lambik always acts as narrator. A striking difference with the comics is that Jerom's doll now has its eyes open.

Red Lights follows the story of a police inspector who becomes entangled in a suspenseful road trip after a series of mysterious events in a small village. As he investigates the disappearance of a woman, he uncovers secrets and faces danger along the way.

A teenager named Shane joins a group of outcast boys called the Black Circle Boys, who are involved in dangerous activities and worship a mysterious entity known as The Godfather. As Shane becomes more immersed in the group, he discovers the true extent of their darkness and must make a choice between loyalty and his own morals.

Mad Hot Ballroom is a documentary that follows a group of New York City school children as they discover the world of ballroom dancing. The film showcases the challenges they face, the friendships they form, and the transformation they undergo through the power of dance. With the guidance of their dedicated teachers, these kids develop confidence, discipline, and teamwork skills that extend beyond the dance floor. Through the joy and excitement of competitive dancing, they learn important life lessons and experience personal growth. Mad Hot Ballroom highlights the impact of dance on their lives and the power of the arts in education.

In the gritty streets of a city, a group of street youths form a surrogate family and navigate the challenges of poverty, neglect, and exploitation. Together, they find solace, friendship, and support as they struggle to survive and overcome their troubled pasts.

Charlotte Sometimes (2002) is a drama and romance movie that explores the themes of obsession, manipulation, and isolation. It follows the story of a woman named Charlotte who becomes involved in a complex relationship with a mysterious stranger and her roommate. As the plot unfolds, Charlotte finds herself drawn into a web of deceit and betrayal, leading to unexpected consequences. With elements of romance and drama, this film delves into the darker aspects of human relationships and the lengths some will go to in order to fulfill their desires.

Child of victims and child of perpetrators, yet they became friends for life. Simon Gronowski and Koenraad lost almost everything in World War II, but they found each other. Lawyer Simon Gronowski was the sole survivor in his family during the Holocaust. The family of artist Koenraad Tinel passionately adhered to Adolf Hitler and his Third Reich. The Jewish boy and the Nazi child became friends in their old age; close as brothers. Their disarming brotherhood means everything to Simon and Koenraad themselves and is a message of hope and reconciliation for all of us.