Movies and TvShows featuring "sympathy" theme.
When former district attorney Two-Face and brilliant inventor The Riddler team up to destroy Batman, the masked superhero must rely on the aid of an amorous psychologist and a young circus acrobat who becomes his sidekick, Robin.
Pansy is a woman tormented by anger and depression, hypersensitive to the slightest possible offence and ever ready to fly off the handle. She criticises her husband and their adult son so relentlessly that neither bothers to argue with her. She picks fights with strangers and sales clerks and enumerates the world's countless flaws to anyone who will listen, especially her cheerful sister Chantelle, who, despite their clashing temperaments, might be the only person still capable of sympathising with her.
The Good Side of Life tells the story of a naïve young man from the countryside who was abandoned as a newborn against the will of his mother, and who goes to the big city to look for her. There he will also have the chance to meet the love of his life once again. Candinho's optimism and good humor are his allies against life's difficulties, including the plots of two scoundrels that cross his path.
In a once thriving mining community in Northeast England, the future of The Old Oak pub hangs by a thread. With the closure of mines, the village has fallen on hard times. When Syrian refugees are suddenly placed in the village, the pub becomes a battleground. TJ, the landlord, forms an unlikely friendship with a young Syrian girl named Yara. Together, they strive to bridge the gap between the two communities and bring understanding. A deeply moving drama about fragilities and hopes.
A cooperative drama between a fraudster who cannot empathize and an overly sympathetic lawyer, as well as a revenge play against absolute evil.
In 'Swimming with Sharks,' a young assistant endures humiliation and abuse from his evil boss in the film industry. Fueled by anger and a desire for revenge, he turns the tables on his tormentor with a twisted and dark plan.
Lucy, a former child actor, seeks enlightenment at a retreat led by spiritual leader Elon while she navigates her close yet turbulent relationship with her stunt-performer daughter, Dylan.
When We Were Kings is a captivating documentary that explores the thrilling story of the Rumble in the Jungle, a historic boxing match between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman. Set in Zaire in 1974, the film showcases Ali's incredible charisma and the underdog story of him reclaiming the heavyweight title against the heavily favored Foreman. With energetic performances and powerful anecdotes, the film captures the spirit of this iconic boxing event.
In La Belle Verte, a group of extraterrestrials from a harmonious and technologically advanced planet visit Earth to observe its inhabitants. The film explores themes of satire, social criticism, anti-materialism, and anti-consumerism as the extraterrestrials witness the destructive and materialistic nature of human civilization. Through their interactions, they encourage a return to nature, empathy, and spirituality as a way to address ecological and environmental issues. The film also critiques the negative impact of technology and capitalism on the planet, advocating for green living and a more natural way of life. Ultimately, it offers a message of spiritual redemption and the importance of communing with nature.
Tea and Sympathy is a 1956 drama film set in a boys' preparatory school in Massachusetts. It tells the story of a high school student who faces homophobia and his own sexual awakening. The film explores themes of conformity, masculinity, and coming of age. The plot focuses on the relationship between the student and an older woman who tries to act more masculine to fit in with her domineering father. The film is based on a play and features dance lessons, mountain climbing, tennis, and gardening.
Gorillas in the Mist is a biographical drama based on the true story of Dian Fossey, a renowned scientist and animal activist who dedicated her life to studying and protecting gorillas in Africa. The movie follows Dian as she travels to Rwanda and establishes a research camp in the remote mountains to study the behavior of gorillas. She faces numerous challenges, including poachers, who pose a threat to the gorillas and their habitat. Dian becomes deeply connected to the gorillas and forms a strong bond with them, leading her to fight against their potential extinction. The movie explores themes of conservation, environmental destruction, and the importance of preserving wildlife in their natural habitats.
A female cyborg named Young-goon is admitted to a psychiatric hospital after attempting to steal a battery. As she undergoes treatment, she forms a bond with a fellow patient who believes he can steal people's skills. Together, they navigate the surreal world of the hospital and find healing amidst their own traumas.
Hera Pheri is a classic Bollywood comedy film about three unemployed men who get involved in a series of misunderstandings and mistaken identities when they receive a wrong telephone number connected to a ransom plot. They must navigate through a chaotic web of lies, deception, and hilarious situations to save the day.
Inn of Evil follows the story of a criminal innkeeper in the Edo period who becomes entangled in a web of stolen money, bribery, and betrayal. As tensions rise and loyalties are tested, the innkeeper must navigate the treacherous waters of the criminal underworld to protect his daughter and escape the clutches of a ruthless evil.
Based on a true story, Killer: A Journal of Murder follows the life of Carl Panzram, a prolific serial killer who shows no remorse for his crimes. The movie delves into his violent and sadistic nature, as well as his interactions with a prison minister and his writing of a journal. It explores themes of violence, vengeance, and the unmarked graves of his victims.
In an Australian country town struggling with financial hardship and xenophobia, a struggling football team decides to recruit refugees to save their club and bring the community together.
He dazzled America for decades with his musical artistry. Now fans as well as those curious about this exciting entertainer’s unique appeal can relive the Liberace magic in his only starring film, Sincerely Yours. In a poignant story scripted by Irving Wallace, Liberace plays a concert pianist threatened by deafness. Plunged into despair, he finds escape from personal sorrow by secretly involving himself in the problems of strangers. Liberace touches the heart and delights the ear with sparkling renditions of 31 selections from Chopin to Chopsticks. Along the way he romances Joanne Dru and Dorothy Malone, trades barbs with old pro William Demarest and in a warmly humorous nightclub scene, pokes fun at his own image as the 1950s matinee idol of the little-old-lady set. From beginning to end, Sincerely Yours perfectly captures the charisma and sheer musicality of the legendary Mr. Showmanship.
Reason and Emotion is an animated short film that delves into the concept of human emotions and the conflict between reason and irrational impulses. The film showcases the characters of Reason and Emotion as they argue and influence decisions, highlighting the importance of finding a balance between these two aspects of our psyche. With a touch of surrealism, the story provides insights into human behavior and the consequences of letting emotions overpower reason.
In Convicted (1950), a man finds himself falsely accused and imprisoned. As he tries to survive within the harsh environment of the American prison system, he must also unravel a web of deception and corruption that threatens his life. With a vow of silence, he discovers that trust is a dangerous commodity within the prison walls.
A man and a woman, both engaged to other people, meet on the Macdonald Bridge in Paris and fall in love. They struggle with their feelings and must decide whether to follow their hearts or honor their commitments.