Movies and TvShows featuring "unknown-father" theme.
Brazil Avenue follows the story of a young woman, Rita, who is left orphaned and seeks revenge on her evil stepmother. Along the way, she uncovers a mysterious past, gets involved in a love triangle, and navigates the complexities of life in Rio de Janeiro.
Sophie Sheridan, a bride-to-be, wants to find her real father in order to have him walk her down the aisle. With the help of her mother's diary, she discovers three potential fathers and invites them to her wedding without her mother and fiancé knowing. Chaos ensues as the three men arrive and Sophie tries to keep their presence a secret. Meanwhile, her mother Donna is faced with her past and the memories of her relationships with the three men. In the end, Sophie decides to ask Donna to give her away at the wedding, bringing the story full circle of love, family, and music.
Twins Simon and Jeanne travel to the Middle East following their mother's death to uncover their family's past. Through a series of flashbacks, the movie tells the story of their mother Nawal, who was impregnated by a refugee and faced numerous challenges during the Lebanese Civil War. Nawal joins a radical organization, becomes a prisoner, and gives birth to twins. Upon her death, Nawal's will requests that her children find their father and lost brother. Simon initially refuses, but Jeanne continues the search and eventually uncovers the truth.
In an attempt to brand himself as a serious actor, the smiling swashbuckler Douglas Fairbanks starred in THE HALF-BREED (1916), a Western melodrama written by Anita Loos and directed with flair by Allan Dwan. Fairbanks stars as Lo Dorman, who has been ostracized from society because of this mixed ethnicity - his Native American mother was abandoned by his white father. When Lo catches the eye of the rich white debutante Nellie (Jewel Carmen), he becomes a target for the racist Sheriff Dunn (Sam De Grasse), who wants to break them up and take Nelli for his own. This love triangle becomes a quadrangle with the arrival of Teresa (Alma Rubens), who is on the run from the law. Through fire and fury Lo must decide who and what he truly loves.
Bridget Jones, a 40-something woman living in London, finds herself pregnant after a one-night stand. With two potential fathers, she juggles her romantic and personal life while trying to figure out who the father of her baby is.
The Space Between Us follows the story of Gardner, a teenage boy who was the first person born on Mars. He embarks on a journey to Earth to meet his unknown father and experience the wonders of our planet. Along the way, he falls in love with a girl named Tulsa and faces challenges of adapting to Earth's environment while discovering the truth about his own origins.
A mother is so consumed with a possessive love for her son that she may have committed murder in order to keep him by her side. When the son's new wife is found murdered, the mother is arrested for the crime. In denial about his mother's guilt, the son, a successful lawyer, agrees to defend her. Based on a true story.
A documentary of the extraordinary journey of pioneer activist and basketball prodigy Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf. %s Mahmoud overcomes numerous challenges and obstacles throughout his life, including being a Muslim-American athlete in the NBA, battling Tourette syndrome and OCD, and leading a political protest against the Ku Klux Klan in Mississippi. %s This inspiring film sheds light on Abdul-Rauf's accomplishments and his impact on the intersection of sports and politics.
TV mini series. An adaptation of Eugene Sue's popular novel.
After inheriting an elephant from his estranged father, a motivational speaker goes on a road trip to deliver the elephant to a circus. Along the way, he forms a bond with the elephant and discovers the true meaning of family.
Floating Weeds follows the story of a theater company director who returns to his hometown and rekindles a relationship with a former mistress and their illegitimate son. The film explores themes of love, family relationships, and the struggles of life in a small town.
A group of families learn the charismatic man they had trusted is sperm donor to hundreds — or perhaps thousands — of other children across the world.
A theater troupe faces drama and conflicts as they perform in different small towns, revealing secrets and complicated relationships.
Jesus Henry Christ is a comedy-drama film about a 10-year-old boy named Henry who begins his search for his unknown biological father. Raised by a single mother who used artificial insemination to conceive him, Henry embarks on a journey to find his missing parent. Along the way, he meets his half-sister and faces various challenges that test his resilience and determination. This heartwarming movie explores themes of family, identity, and the importance of connections.
In the 1960s, Pirate Radio stations anchor off the coast of Britain, playing rock music 24/7. A young man joins his godfather on a ship filled with eccentric DJs. The crew faces challenges when the government tries to shut down the station. Amidst romances, conflicts, and personal revelations, they continue to broadcast defiantly. As the station faces closure, the crew decides to play on, leading to a grand finale with a sinking ship, a daring rescue, and a postscript about the impact of their rebellion.
Endings, Beginnings follows a woman in her thirties who finds herself at a crossroads after a series of failed romances. She embarks on a journey of self-discovery and explores the complexities of love, relationships, and personal growth.
A man forms an unlikely friendship with an older woman named Margueritte, who helps him discover the joy of literature and the power of words.
Marriage Italian Style is a 1964 movie that tells the story of Filumena, a prostitute who falls in love with Domenico, a wealthy businessman. Their love-hate relationship is filled with secrets and misunderstandings. As Domenico prepares to marry another woman, Filumena reveals that she has a child, forcing Domenico to face the consequences of their past actions. With comedic moments, dramatic twists, and a touch of romance, Marriage Italian Style explores themes of love, betrayal, and the complexities of human relationships.
Father Figures is a comedy about two brothers who discover that their mother lied to them about the identity of their father. In an attempt to find their biological father, they embark on a hilarious road trip filled with absurd situations and unexpected twists. Along the way, they encounter eccentric characters, get into ridiculous predicaments, and learn valuable lessons about family and self-discovery.
Square Dance is a drama set in Fort Worth, Texas, and follows a 13-year-old girl named Gemma. Gemma lives with her intellectually disabled mother and they are struggling to make ends meet. When her mother's boyfriend moves in, Gemma feels unwanted and begins to rebel. She finds solace in a local square dance club where she develops a close bond with an intellectually disabled man named Rory. The story explores themes of family, self-discovery, and young love.