Movies and TvShows featuring "troubled-marriage" theme.
Childhood best friends Nora, Ginny and Mary used to spend every summer at sleepaway camp together, and now, fifty years later, seize the opportunity to get back together for a reunion at the camp — full of food fights, river rafting and emotional revelations.
In 1981, in San Francisco, the smart salesman and family man Chris Gardner invests the family savings in Osteo National bone-density scanners, an apparatus twice as expensive as an x-ray machine but with a slightly clearer image. This white elephant financially breaks the family, bringing troubles to his relationship with his wife Linda, who leaves him and moves to New York where she has taken a job in a pizza parlor. Their son Christopher stays with Chris because he and his wife both know that he will be able to take better care of him. Without any money or a wife, but committed to his son, Chris sees a chance to fight for a stockbroker internship position at Dean Witter, offering a more promising career at the end of a six-month unpaid training period. During that period, Chris goes through a lot of hardship personally and professionally. When he thinks he is stable, he finds that he has lost $600 when the government takes the last bit of money in his bank account for taxes. He is rendered homeless because he can't pay his rent. He is forced at one point to stay in a bathroom at a train station, and must scramble from work every day to the Glide Memorial United Methodist Church, which offers shelter to the homeless. He must leave work early every day so that he is there by 5:00 in the evening along with his son so that he may be assured of a place to sleep. He is seen carrying his suitcase to work because he doesn't have a home. At work, there are nineteen other candidates for the one position. One day, he is called into an office and in it were the heads of Dean Witter. Chris thinks that he is about to be told the job will not be his as he says that he wore a shirt and tie for his final day. Then they tell him that he has been an excellent trainee and that tomorrow he will have to wear his shirt and tie again as it will be his first day as a broker. Chris struggles to hold back tears. Outside he begins to cry as the busy people of San Francisco walk past him. He rushes to his son's daycare, hugging him and knowing that after everything him and his son had been through things would be all right. The final scene shows Chris walking with his son down a street. His son is telling him a joke, when a wealthy business man in a suit walks past. Chris looks back as the man continues on. The man in the suit is none other than the real Chris Gardner.
A couple who recently lost their baby decide to adopt a 9-year-old girl named Esther. However, they soon discover that Esther is not as innocent as she seems, as she begins to exhibit dangerous and manipulative behavior. As they delve deeper into Esther's past, they uncover a dark secret that puts their family in jeopardy.
The L Word (2004) follows the lives and relationships of a group of lesbian friends living in Los Angeles. The show explores various themes including love, friendship, sexuality, and identity. It delves into the challenges and triumphs of these women as they navigate through their personal and professional lives.
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.
War Room follows the story of a struggling couple who find hope and redemption through the power of prayer, ultimately transforming their marriage and lives. As the couple navigates their challenges, they discover the importance of faith, forgiveness, and a newfound battle plan for spiritual warfare.
When a Man Loves a Woman follows Alice Green, an airline pilot, who is secretly struggling with alcoholism. As her addiction worsens, her husband, Michael, and their two daughters must navigate the challenges of her recovery and the strain it puts on their relationship. Through therapy and support from Alcoholics Anonymous, Alice learns to confront her alcohol addiction and rebuild her life. The film explores themes of love, self-reflection, and the impact of addiction on a family.
In a world filled with danger, secrets, and forbidden love, a pair of star-crossed lovers find themselves fighting for their lives and their love. As they navigate through a web of deception, betrayal, and violence, they must uncover hidden truths and face their own demons to find redemption and happiness.
A New York police officer, Nick Spitz, and his wife Audrey go on a long-awaited European vacation to rekindle their marriage. However, they get caught up in a murder mystery when they become suspects in the death of an elderly billionaire. As they try to clear their names, they uncover a web of lies and deception involving the eccentric guests on a family yacht. In order to find the real killer, Nick and Audrey must navigate through dangerous situations and prove their innocence, all while rejuvenating their relationship.
Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans tells the story of a farmer who is lured into an affair by a city woman, leading to a murder plot and a love triangle. The farmer must confront his guilt and find redemption, ultimately reuniting with his wife.
Minari tells the story of a Korean-American family who moves to a small farm in Arkansas in the 1980s. The family faces various challenges as they try to achieve their version of the American Dream. The film explores themes of family relationships, cultural assimilation, and the pursuit of hope and fulfillment.
The Three Faces of Eve follows the story of Eve White, a woman who has been unknowingly living with multiple personalities. As her psychiatrist delves deeper into her mind, they uncover a traumatic past and attempt to integrate her various identities. The film explores themes of mental illness, identity, and the power of the human mind.
A journalist, troubled by his failing marriage and a recent tragedy, gets a chance to interview God. As he delves into deep questions about life, the interview becomes a journey of self-discovery and personal transformation.
The Mess You Leave Behind is a gripping psychological drama TV show that delves into the aftermath of a teacher's death and its impact on the people around her. As the story unfolds, secrets and hidden truths are revealed, leading to shocking revelations and intense emotional turmoil. With elements of crime, mystery, and thriller, this series keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.
Sıla is a drama TV show that tells the story of a young woman named Sıla who is forced into a marriage with Boran, a tribal leader. Determined to escape her unhappy life, Sıla runs away and finds love in Istanbul. Along the way, she faces numerous challenges and obstacles, including murder, kidnapping, and betrayal. With the help of her friends and family, Sıla navigates through the intricacies of love and tradition, ultimately finding her own path and happiness.
In La Bête Humaine, a railwayman becomes entangled in a complex web of murder, jealousy, and family secrets, leading to tragic events. As he investigates a murder, he becomes involved in a troubled marriage, unfaithfulness, violence against women, and the consequences of fate and heredity. Through the story's twists and turns, the railwayman's life is forever changed.
After a traumatic event, a man's life takes a dark turn as he deals with guilt, paranoia, and the consequences of his actions. He finds himself caught in a dangerous game of secrets and lies, with his sanity hanging by a thread.
A charismatic English professor in a troubled marriage falls for his student's half-sister while teaching in England. As he navigates his complicated relationships, he finds himself questioning his views on love and commitment.
A group of characters, including a funeral director and a landlord, find themselves in a series of comedic and terrifying situations that involve scams, fraud, and disputes. As the plot unfolds, the characters must navigate their way through misunderstandings and buffoonery, resulting in hilarious and outrageous outcomes.
Serin and Mehmet, two married people, have a chance meeting at JFK Airport in New York. Their luggage is mixed up, leading them on a journey of love, marriage, and loyalty in the city.