Movies and TvShows featuring "urban-malaise" theme.

The Seventh Continent follows the lives of a middle-class Austrian family as they gradually destroy themselves and their surroundings. The film explores themes of nihilism, materialism, and the meaninglessness of existence.

Store security guard Pietro spends his days catching shoplifters, his weekends visiting his children who are in custody of his ex-wife, and his nights thinking about new ways to flirt with the store's makeup consultant. His malaise psychosomatically manifests itself in nosebleeds, outbursts of anger, visions, etc. One day, he sees a young Gypsy girl steal something from the store and lets it slide: he can't explain why, but she caught his eye. Pietro and Pabe – that's her name – warily start to hang out, knowing each other more and more, until something begins to blossom in them. Could their shared dream for a new, more compassionate life finally be at their fingertips?

Mike lives in New York. Every day he walks in the streets and what he sees mixes with his thoughts, while his dreams blur with the mirages of the society of images. In such a large city it may be difficult to find a balance between the words and the noises around. Suddenly, Mike realizes what he wants: to go away, as far as he can.

Invisible is a documentary that delves into the harrowing life of a young heroin addict in Bulgaria, examining the philosophical underpinnings of urban malaise and the devastating effects of drug addiction. It sheds light on the street culture, drug abuse, depression, and the bonds of male friendship amidst a backdrop of boredom and a prison sentence. The film also explores the aftermath of a tragic incident, revealing the challenges faced by a burn victim in Eastern Europe.