Movies and TvShows featuring "theater-audience" theme.

A struggling actor, known for his role as a superhero, tries to regain relevance by directing and starring in a play. As he deals with demanding actors, personal issues, and mounting pressure, he starts to lose touch with reality. In a desperate attempt to prove himself, he puts on a show that ends with a shocking twist. Will his gamble pay off or push him over the edge?

Farewell My Concubine tells the story of two male Peking opera performers who form a complex relationship that spans over 50 years. Their lives are deeply impacted by the political and cultural upheavals of the time, including the Japanese occupation of China, the Chinese Cultural Revolution, and their own personal struggles with gender identity and unrequited love.

High Heels is a dark comedy that revolves around a daughter seeking revenge while hiding her true identity. Set in Madrid, Spain, the story follows the complicated relationship between a mother and daughter and their journey through deceit and murder. With elements of a love triangle and a marriage proposal, the plot takes unexpected twists and turns. Humiliation, jealousy, and betrayal add to the complexity of the story. The movie explores themes of forgiveness and reconciliation as the daughter navigates through her quest for vengeance.

In 1940s France, a music teacher joins a boys' choir at a boarding school and inspires the students to find hope and redemption through the magic of music. The story revolves around the journey of a troubled 13-year-old boy and the bond he forms with his teacher.

In 19th century New York, a deformed man known as the Phantom of the Opera haunts an opera house and becomes obsessed with a young soprano. As he manipulates events to have her become the lead in the opera, he unleashes a series of horrifying events.

A trio of black female soul singers cross over to the pop charts in the early 1960s, facing their own personal struggles along the way.

Houdini is a biographical drama TV show that tells the story of the legendary magician Harry Houdini. Set in the late 19th and early 20th century, the show explores Houdini's rise to fame, his remarkable escape acts, and his personal struggles. From his early years in Budapest, Hungary to his iconic performances in New York City, Houdini's life is brought to the screen in this captivating docudrama series.

Mother Night is a drama film set during World War II. It follows the story of an American playwright who becomes intertwined in the politics of the Third Reich, working as a spy for both the Germans and the Americans. After the war, he faces a trial for his actions and struggles with his identity and redemption.

A bodyguard is assigned to protect a celebrity, an old woman who used to be the first lady, and they form an unlikely bond. However, their relationship is put to the test when the bodyguard discovers the woman has a brain tumor and she tries to escape her protective custody.

Slings & Arrows is a comedic and dramatic TV show that follows the ups and downs of a Canadian theater group as they navigate the challenges of putting on productions. With elements of magical realism and a play-within-a-film format, the show explores the backstage world of theater in a satirical and entertaining way.

The Beat That My Heart Skipped follows the story of a pianist who finds himself torn between his criminal activities and his love for music. As he navigates the dangerous world of crime, he must make difficult choices that will determine the course of his life.

Operation Finale is a gripping movie set in 1960, following a group of Israeli intelligence officers as they track down and capture notorious Nazi war criminal Adolf Eichmann in Argentina. The film explores the intense pursuit, the complex political landscape, and the moral dilemmas faced by the Mossad agents in their mission to bring Eichmann to justice.

A journalist befriends a homeless musician with schizophrenia, and helps him navigate his life and his love for music in Los Angeles.

De-Lovely is a biography of legendary composer Cole Porter, exploring his unconventional love life and his incredible musical talent. The film delves into Porter's relationships, including his marriage to Linda Lee Thomas, as well as his struggles with personal demons.

Nowhere Boy is a 2009 biographical drama film about the early life of musician John Lennon, focusing on his teenage years in Liverpool, England. It explores his relationship with his mother, his friendship with Paul McCartney, and his formation of the band The Quarrymen, which would later evolve into The Beatles.

Madame X is a scandalous woman who sacrifices herself for her son, only to be separated from him and forced to assume a new identity. Her life takes a tragic turn when she is accused of murder and put on trial. The story follows Madame X's journey of suffering and redemption.

In 1960s Paris, a young filmmaker named Paul struggles to complete his sci-fi film amidst a series of surreal and outrageous events. As he faces challenges such as a dysfunctional production crew, a mysterious secret agent, and his own self-absorption, Paul must navigate the dark side of the moon and his own personal demons to find his artistic vision.

During World War II, a Welshwoman joins a film crew and becomes involved in a workplace romance while making a propaganda film to boost British morale.

After Life follows a man who dies and enters a way-station where he must choose a single memory to take with him into eternity. Set in Tokyo, Japan, the film explores themes of memory, remembrance, and the importance of human connection. Through the process of selecting their memories, the characters learn to find beauty and meaning in the transient nature of life.

Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film is a documentary that delves into the history, evolution, and cultural impact of slasher films. It provides an in-depth analysis of the genre's origins in the early 1960s and follows its development through the 1980s, where it peaked in popularity. The documentary examines the societal and cultural factors that influenced the creation of these films and explores the lasting legacy of the genre. It features interviews with industry professionals and notable figures in the horror film industry.