Movies and TvShows featuring "unfulfilled-dreams" theme.

Effi Briest is a German drama film from 2009. The movie tells the story of Effi, a young woman who is trapped in an unhappy marriage with a much older nobleman. She finds herself torn between her duties as a wife and mother and her own desires and ambitions. As the plot unfolds, Effi faces the consequences of her actions and struggles to find happiness in a society that values tradition and conformity.

Cynthia is a coming-of-age story set in 1940s America, following a 15-year-old girl named Cynthia as she navigates the challenges of first love, unfulfilled dreams, and self-determination. The story explores themes of teenage romance, family relationships, and the pursuit of personal passions in the face of societal expectations. Cynthia's journey is filled with ups and downs but ultimately leads to her finding her own path and embracing her true self. It is a heartwarming tale that captures the essence of adolescence in a bygone era.

Cheers for Miss Bishop is a drama film about the life of a beloved college teacher, Ella Bishop. It follows her journey through the ups and downs, unrequited love, broken engagement, and unfulfilled dreams. Set in the 19th century, Ella faces societal changes, false accusations, and deception. Through it all, she remains dedicated to her role as a schoolteacher and leaves a lasting impact on her students.

A coming-of-age tale with a difference about the grumpy doctor Annebarbel Buschhaus donning her ice skates again at the age of 58 after an absence of 40 years. Back on the ice, she tries to revive long suppressed childhood dreams – and makes a new friend, Jolina Kuhn, Berlin’s youth figure skating champion. Through her new friend, Annebarbel begins to open up and break away from her dominant mother.