Movies and TvShows featuring "the-past" theme.

A detective, Sam Tyler, is hit by a car and wakes up in 1973, where he must navigate the unfamiliar surroundings of a different era while trying to solve crimes and find a way back to the present. He faces cultural clashes, unorthodox policing methods, and the mystery of why he has been sent back in time.

Emma, a loving wife and mother, has a secret as an assassin. When her husband discovers her double life, they must go on the run to escape a dangerous organization that wants her dead. They must navigate betrayal, deception, and assassins as they fight to protect their family and rebuild their lives.

Will Hayes, a political consultant, shares his love story with his daughter Maya, leaving her to guess which woman is her mother. The story follows Will's relationships with Emily, April, and Summer, revealing his journey of love and self-discovery.

A recovering alcoholic writer becomes the caretaker of an isolated hotel during the winter, but supernatural forces drive him to madness and lead to a deadly confrontation.

An Irish immigrant named Eilis Lacy moves to 1950s Brooklyn and falls in love with a local. However, when her past catches up with her, she must decide between her new life and her homeland.

Mr. Holland, a talented musician, takes up a teaching job to support his family. Initially frustrated, he finds purpose in shaping the lives of his students through music. The film explores the challenges and triumphs of a dedicated teacher and the impact he has on his students.

An aging professor named Isak Borg dreams of a desolate city street and confronts his own mortality. He embarks on a road trip to receive an honorary doctorate and is accompanied by his daughter-in-law, Marianne. Along the way, they visit his childhood summer house and Isak reflects on his past, including his lost love Sara. They encounter a hitchhiking teenage girl named Sara and witness a car accident. Isak also reconnects with an old couple who are grateful for his past medical assistance. The journey ends with Isak receiving his award and reconciling with his family.

In a world where people have special powers, Nick and Cassie must find and protect Kira from Division. They encounter various obstacles and dangers along the way.

Memories of Matsuko is a musical comedy-drama that follows the life of Matsuko, a former teacher who ends up living a tragic life. After her murder, her nephew discovers her diary and goes on a journey to uncover the truth about her past. Through a series of flashbacks, the film explores themes of unconditional love, family relationships, and the pursuit of happiness. It also touches on darker subjects such as suicide, prostitution, and the underworld. With its vibrant visuals and heartfelt storytelling, Memories of Matsuko is a unique and unforgettable cinematic experience.

In colonial Africa, a woman is haunted by her past as she navigates through a complex web of secrets and relationships.

Sami Blood is a powerful coming-of-age drama set in 1930s Lapland, following a Sami girl who is sent to a boarding school where she experiences racism and struggles with her cultural identity. Determined to prove herself, she faces pain and desires to return to her home and people. The film explores themes of race, lineage, and the search for belonging.

A woman named Daisy undergoes hypnosis to quit smoking and unexpectedly discovers that she has lived many past lives. As she delves into her previous incarnations, Daisy learns about love, loss, and the secrets of her soul. Along the way, she falls in love with her therapist and must confront the consequences of her actions in the present. This whimsical musical explores themes of reincarnation, destiny, and personal growth.

When a woman is about to get married, she discovers a traffic light that allows her to travel back in time. She uses this power to fix her broken engagement and change her destiny.

Dean is a maverick American film director surprised that his most recent film has been chosen as the Official U.S. Entry at the Venice Film Festival. A beautiful French journalist arrives at the festival with the apparent intention of interviewing the unique and eccentric filmmaker. In the midst of all the festival madness, she is forced to confront the wide divergence between things as they really are and things as they seem to be - both on screen and off. And so, finally, are we. Shot half in Venice, Italy and half in Venice, California, "Venice/Venice" looks at the profound effect movies have had - and continue to have - on our lives, our loves and on our dreams of romance.

My Best Pals is a comedy-drama movie set in the 1980s, where a group of friends gather for a reunion concert. As they reminisce about their pasts, including their relationships, careers, and wild adventures, they also confront the challenges and changes that come with age. The movie explores themes of friendship, love, and the passage of time.

After a scandal in a small town, a mother and daughter move to Hollywood to start a new life, but they become entangled in a series of murders, leading them to question their sanity and the true nature of those around them.

Set in the 1960s in a rural town in New South Wales, the movie follows a young boy's journey of self-discovery while dealing with love, friendship, tragedy, and the challenges of growing up in a countryside community.

A man dying of cancer reunites with his estranged son and friends in his final days. They reflect on their past and explore themes of mortality, family conflicts, and the fear of death.

In a rural town, a music teacher takes a talented student under his wing and trains him rigorously for a singing competition. As they face hardships and obstacles, including a tragic event, they develop a strong bond and aim to win the competition against their villainous competitors.

Contemporary thriller set partly on the island of Rhodes. A bankrupt former garage owner, now working as a waiter and a caretaker on the Greek isle, is hauled in by the local police when a young Englishwoman he has befriended goes missing. Under suspicion of murder, he flees the island and returns to England, where he begins trying to piece together the missing woman's background and her reasons for visiting Rhodes in the first place.