Movies and TvShows featuring "text-of-letter-on-screen" theme.
In The Jazz Singer, a young Jewish man named Jakie Rabinowitz wants to break free from his family's restrictive traditions and follow his passion for jazz singing. Despite his father's disapproval, Jakie leaves home and embarks on a journey to become a successful performer. Along the way, he faces numerous challenges and conflicts, including struggles with his identity, conflicts with his domineering mother, and the pressure to conform to societal norms. Ultimately, Jakie must confront his own fears and make difficult choices that test his loyalty to both his family and his dreams.
Ain't Them Bodies Saints is a crime drama romance film set in the 1970s. It tells the story of an outlaw couple who are separated when one of them takes the blame for the other's crimes and is sent to jail. The film follows their attempts to reunite and escape from the consequences of their past actions.
Day Dreams is a silent comedy film about a stock-broker who daydreams about various scenarios during work, leading to chaotic and comedic situations. The film showcases slapstick comedy and visual humor, with memorable scenes involving a riverboat, police chases, and a hilarious encounter with a skunk. Set in Manhattan, New York City, the story takes place in the bustling world of Wall Street, where the protagonist's daydreams often interrupt his daily routine and lead to unexpected consequences.
Suspense is a silent film that follows the story of a woman who becomes the target of a home invasion. Locked inside her house, she must use her wits to outsmart the intruder and protect herself.
A newlywed couple faces multiple obstacles, including financial problems and clashes with their families, as they navigate the ups and downs of married life.
A Broadway actress uses her sex appeal to ruin a marriage only to dump her lover for a richer prospect.
Blonde Ice is a 1948 film-noir crime drama based on a novel. The story revolves around a femme fatale who is willing to go to extreme lengths, including arranging an alibi and blackmail, to achieve her goals. A woman reporter gets caught in her web of deceit, leading to a thrilling and suspenseful narrative.
The Floorwalker is a silent comedy short film from 1916. It follows the adventures of a clumsy man who works in a department store and gets into various comedic situations. The film features comedic pratfalls, foiled robberies, and a mix-up with identities. It is a classic example of slapstick comedy.
In this silent film adaptation of Mary Shelley's classic novel, a mad scientist named Victor Frankenstein creates a grotesque creature using body parts from various corpses. As the monster comes to life, Victor realizes he has unleashed a dangerous being onto the world. Filled with horror and regret, Victor must confront his creation and face the consequences of his actions.
In this silent film adaptation of the famous novella, Ebenezer Scrooge learns the true meaning of Christmas when he is visited by the ghosts of his past, present, and future. Through these encounters, he undergoes a transformation from a bitter and greedy man to a kind and generous individual.
Deflated Dustin Milligan is fed up of living in the shadow of a movie star brother, but what can be done?
A farmer faces financial ruin due to the greed of a wealthy businessman, leading to a stark contrast between poverty and privilege.
Neglected by her husband, an ambitious lawyer, Irene seeks variety in Berlin's nightlife-- An evening of dancing, dolls, cocaine and immoral passion. Irene takes the "devious path" as she seeks to make her husband jealous.
Vicki is a film-noir crime thriller set in New York City. It follows the story of a police officer and a sister as they seek justice against police corruption and a psychotic killer. The plot revolves around elements of police brutality, corrupt cops, murder, revenge, and detective work. The film also explores themes of romantic rivalry, sister relationships, and obsession. With its atmospheric setting and suspenseful storyline, Vicki is a gripping film that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.
In 'The Knockout,' a boxing match between two rivals becomes the backdrop for a comedic love triangle. The incompetent police, gender disguises, and comedic fights add to the chaos.
A hat-check girl at the Stork Club pretends to be wealthy in order to impress a swindler, but the plan backfires when she falls in love with a handsome marine.
A magician seeks revenge against the woman who broke his heart, using his hypnotic powers to manipulate and control those around him. As he delves deeper into dark sorcery, he discovers the secret to creating life and unleashes chaos upon the world.
Easter, a soldier of fortune and gunrunner, leaves his family behind escaping from the authorities and an American detective named Mason. His globe hopping escape leads him finally to South America, where he is hired to organize a band of revolutionaries, unaware that they plan to eliminate him when his job is done. Here, also, he encounters his own son, on track to waste his own life in pursuits similar to Easter's.
Nora Moran, a chorus girl, is involved in a car crash that leads to the death of the State Governor. As she faces trial and impending execution, the true events of that fateful night are revealed, exposing corruption and deceit. Nora is torn between her loyalty to her brother and her own desire for vindication.
Avery DuPoys is a wealthy businessman, organising a race. He meets one of the competitors of the race, who is in love with DuPoys's daughter. Another competitor crashes into the action, who is also in love with DuPoys's daughter. DuPoys suggests that whoever wins the race will have the opportunity to visit his daughter every Wednesday night. An action-packed race commences, with one competitor doing more than usual to win the race.