Movies and TvShows featuring "theater-director" theme.
Two years after the first series of murders, as Sidney acclimates to college life, someone donning the Ghostface costume begins a new string of killings. Sidney and her friends must uncover the truth behind this masked killer and survive the bloody rampage, all while facing their haunted past.
Marriage Story is a poignant drama that follows the story of Charlie and Nicole Barber, a married couple going through a difficult divorce. As they navigate the complexities of the legal process and deal with the emotional aftermath, they try to keep their family intact. Filled with powerful performances, the film explores themes of love, loss, and the lengths people go to preserve their relationships.
A seemingly timid but secretly ruthless ingénue insinuates herself into the lives of an aging Broadway star and her circle of theater friends. She manipulates relationships, steals the spotlight, and betrays those who trust her. As she climbs the ladder of success, she becomes entangled in a web of deception and realizes the price she has paid for fame and fortune.
Synecdoche, New York follows the life of Caden Cotard, a struggling theater director, as he creates a massive replica of New York City inside a warehouse. The lines between reality and fiction blur as Caden's personal life collides with the play he is trying to create. The film delves into themes of loneliness, the search for meaning, and the fragility of human existence.
Two old friends, Andre and Wally, meet for dinner and engage in a profound conversation about life, philosophy, and the nature of reality. They discuss various topics ranging from art, spirituality, to personal experiences. The film explores the complexities of human existence and the search for meaning.
All That Jazz is a drama/musical movie released in 1979. It follows the story of a workaholic theater director who struggles with his self-destructive behavior, including prescription drug abuse and heart disease. The movie delves into the price of fame and the dark side of show business.
Drive My Car is a drama movie set in Tokyo, Japan. It follows the story of a widower who hires a chauffeur to drive him around. During their road trip, they form an unexpected bond and confront their past traumas.
Sing Sing (2023) is a drama movie about a theater group that escapes the harsh reality of incarceration by coming together to stage a play. The cast of the play includes actors who have been incarcerated, bringing their own experiences and stories to life on stage.
The Producers is a dark comedy about a down-on-his-luck Broadway producer who schemes to make a fortune by intentionally producing a sure-fire flop. He recruits a neurotic accountant to help him with the scam, and together they find the worst script, worst director, and worst actors to ensure failure. However, their plan hilariously backfires when the intentionally terrible musical becomes a surprising hit.
The Last Command tells the story of a tragic romance set during the Russian Revolution of 1917. It follows a Russian expatriate in Hollywood, who is cast as a Czarist general in a movie, causing him to relive his past as an adjutant to a Grand Duke in Czarist Russia. As the revolution unfolds, he finds himself torn between his love for a beautiful Russian actress and his loyalty to the revolution.
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.
Stage Fright (1987) is a horror thriller about a theater group whose production of a play within a film is disrupted by a masked psychopath who starts killing the cast members. As panic sets in and the body count rises, the sole survivor must uncover the identity of the killer before it's too late. With elements of suspense, murder, and a thrilling climax, Stage Fright keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.
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.
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.
A theater director helps an aspiring actress, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and romantic entanglements. Along the way, they encounter a sex worker, a judge, and a private detective, all adding to the chaos.
Tony Hunter, a washed-up Hollywood star, is hoping to revive his career by starring in a new Broadway musical. With the help of a talented choreographer and a talented ballerina, Tony embarks on a journey to success, facing challenges and experiencing the ups and downs of the creative process.
Big Stone Gap is a comedy film set in a small mining town in the 1970s. The film revolves around a spinster who is a female pharmacist and store clerk. She navigates through life in the town, dealing with relationships, loss, and sexual confusion. The plot also involves a play within the film, a mine explosion, and a paternity revelation. It explores themes of family, friendship, and love in the backdrop of a close-knit Appalachian community.
A captivating drama about the fascinating lives of Bob Fosse, a renowned choreographer, and Gwen Verdon, a talented dancer. Their passionate relationship and successful careers in the entertainment industry are explored, along with the challenges they face personally and professionally.
Max Fischer is a precocious and eccentric teenager at Rushmore Academy who develops a crush on his teacher and befriends an industrialist. When he discovers their affair, he embarks on a vendetta to seek revenge.
An earnest theater director is tasked with remounting her former mentor's most famous work, the opera Salome. As she delves into the production, disturbing memories from her past resurface, allowing her repressed trauma to shape her present.