Movies and TvShows featuring "theater-critic" theme.
Jimmy Erskine is the most feared theatre critic of the age. He lives as flamboyantly as he writes and takes pleasure in savagely taking down any actor who fails to meet his standards. When the owner of the Daily Chronicle dies, and his son takes over, Jimmy quickly finds himself at odds with his new boss and his position under threat. In an attempt to preserve the power and influence he holds so sacred, Jimmy strikes a Faustian pact with a struggling actress, entangling them and the boss in a thrilling but deadly web of desire, blackmail, and betrayal.
Set in 1942, during the German occupation of France, The Last Metro follows the story of a theater owner and his theater group as they try to continue their work under the watchful eyes of Nazi soldiers. The owner's wife, who is Jewish, has gone into hiding and he tries his best to keep the theater running and protect his wife. The group faces numerous challenges, including curfews, surprise inspections, and the constant threat of being discovered by the Gestapo. As tensions rise, personal and professional relationships are tested, leading to a dramatic climax on opening night.
In Deathtrap, a struggling playwright named Sidney Bruhl is eager to find the next big hit. When a former student sends him a brilliant script called Deathtrap, Sidney sees an opportunity to revive his career. However, as the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Deathtrap is not just a play; it's a deadly mind game with unexpected twists and turns. As Sidney gets entangled in a web of deceit, murder, and betrayal, he must use all his wits to survive and come out on top. With its suspenseful plot and surprising ending, Deathtrap keeps the audience on the edge of their seats.
Bloodsucking Freaks is a dark comedy horror film that follows a theater critic who uncovers a sadomasochistic cult operating under the guise of a theater company. The film explores themes of sexual abuse, torture, and murder in a transgressive and satirical manner.
Topsy-Turvy is a creative and comedic exploration of the partnership between composer Arthur Sullivan and playwright W.S. Gilbert, as they face creative differences, backstage drama, and the challenges of bringing a comic opera to the stage. Set in 1880s London, the film captures the struggles and triumphs of the theater world and the historical events that shaped the era.
Star! is a musical biopic that tells the story of a famous stage actress who rises to fame and battles personal and professional challenges. Set in the 1920s and 1930s in Manhattan, New York City, the film explores the actress's ambition, divorce, pregnancy, and struggles with alcoholism. It showcases her rise to stardom in the musical theater industry, her relationships with other performers, and her constant pursuit of fame.
In this drama, a frustrated upper-class writer decides that he will find real inspiration by examining his subjects first-hand. This leads him to begin wandering about the seamiest side of town where he witnesses a murder. When an innocent man is arrested, the writer refuses to assist him as the knowledge that he has been "slumming" could destroy his career. The young man is sentenced to 15 years in prison.
A group of children put on a show in order to prove that a down and out musician was the real composer of a Broadway show's songs.
Only Two Can Play is a 1962 comedy-drama film about a theater critic who gets involved in various romantic entanglements. Set in Wales, the film follows the protagonist's interactions with a manipulative woman, a fellow playwright, and a flirtatious librarian. As he navigates these relationships, he also deals with personal challenges such as a crying baby, potty training, and waking up early. The film provides a humorous and light-hearted look at the protagonist's attempts to balance his professional and personal life.
Game 6 is a comedy-drama film set in New York City, following the events leading up to the opening night of a Broadway play. The story revolves around a playwright, Nicky Rogan, who is obsessed with the baseball game between the Boston Red Sox and the New York Mets happening on the same night. As the evening unfolds, Nicky finds himself caught up in a series of eccentric and humorous encounters, including a mistaken identity, a thick-accented taxi driver, and a divorced lawyer. The film explores themes of obsession, eccentricity, and the complexities of relationships in the backdrop of a bustling New York City.
A theater critic must choose between his career and his romantic relationships when his stepmother marries the playwright whose play he's planning to review.
Illuminata is a comedy drama set in the 1900s New York City theater scene. It follows the story of a playwright and his encounters with critics, adultery, and the complexities of theater life. The film explores themes of love, sex, and the challenges faced by artists. With a mix of farce and drama, Illuminata takes the audience on a journey through the backstage world of a theater troupe.
Hitched for the Holidays is a romantic comedy set during the holiday season. When Rob Marino's girlfriend breaks up with him before Thanksgiving, his plans for a peaceful holiday are ruined. In an attempt to save face and avoid his meddling family, Rob convinces his neighbor, Julie Green, to pretend to be his fiancee. As the holiday season progresses, Rob and Julie find themselves developing real feelings for each other. However, their fake engagement becomes complicated when their families get involved and they must decide whether to continue the charade or risk ruining the holiday for everyone.
Two-part story--the first is about a washed-up Broadway actor and his tough daughter, who is a bigger star than he is; the second is about a literary agent whose newest client--a nine-year-old boy--is the author of a borderline pornographic book.
In the midst of World War II, a young artist in Zagreb, Yugoslavia, finds himself in an insane asylum after faking illness to avoid conscription. As he witnesses the horrors of war and undergoes psychological torture, he struggles to find hope and meaning in a world filled with oppression and despair.
Matters of the heart weave themselves into a love pentagon between five actors as they rehearse for a stage play in Bucharest's historic quarter.
Claude Berri plays himself as he relates his own experiences through youth and adolescence. His father owns a profitable fur shop. Initially, Claude's father hopes his son will take over the fur shop, but he later gives in to Claude's desire to become involved in filmmaking.
In this steamy morality play, a Hollywood screenwriter lusts after his beautiful 16-year-old daughter -- who reciprocates his feelings -- while his wife finds herself torn between her spouse and her lesbian inclinations.
1962 telefilm adaptation of the classic American play about a deranged family and the string of murders they flippantly commit
Two Manhattan slackers want to make a movie about their lives. One drives a cab, the other tends bar; neither has a clue how to make a movie. Things look up when real-life actors Phoebe Cates and Martha Plimpton agree to star in the project.