Movies and TvShows featuring "waif" theme.

After the death of his wife in a car accident, an architect befriends a young homeless girl and becomes fascinated by a book about a lost love. Together, they embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery.

Broken Blossoms tells the story of a Chinese man who falls in love with a young girl trapped in a dysfunctional relationship with her abusive father. Set in London, the film explores themes of racism, xenophobia, and doomed love. It is a silent film that portrays the tragic consequences of intolerance and the power of compassion.

The Rose Seller follows the story of a street child who turns to glue-sniffing and prostitution in order to survive the harsh realities of street life and poverty.

In the distant future, a ruthless dictator rules over a wasteland. A bounty hunter is hired to rescue three young women who have been abducted and are being held captive in the forbidden zone. Along with his teenage sidekick, they embark on a dangerous mission, facing various obstacles and encountering strange creatures. As they navigate through the treacherous landscape, they must rely on their wits and skills to survive and complete their mission.

In The Man of the Year, a man witnesses a murder and decides to take justice into his own hands by becoming a vigilante. As he delves deeper into the criminal underworld, he uncovers corruption and fights to bring justice to the city.

In Alien Abduction, a group of friends camping in the woods encounter a terrifying alien presence. They are abducted and subjected to cruel experiments by an evil scientist who is part of a secret society. As they struggle to escape, they uncover a conspiracy that puts the future of Earth in jeopardy.

Molly is an angel sent to earth as a little match girl: her mission, to save the fragmented Dutton family.

Ali Zaoua, a homeless street kid, dreams of becoming a sailor and escaping the hardship of his life in the slums. When his group of street children face violence from a rival gang, Ali's journey takes a tragic turn.

Poor Cinderella is a musical fantasy comedy short film released in 1934. It depicts the story of Cinderella, a servant who transforms into a princess with the help of her fairy godmother and attends a royal ball. The film features singing, dancing, and surreal elements.

A rich girl leaves her family to avoid marrying the person her father has chosen for her. Her father offers a reward in order to find her and an other girl that looks exactly like her is brought to him.

In 'Baby Butch,' a mischievous cat named Butch disguises himself as a baby to gain access to a household's food. However, his plans are constantly hindered by the house mouse, Jerry, who is determined to outsmart him and protect the family's food. The cartoon features comedic and slapstick violence as Butch tries various tricks to get his paws on the delicious treats.

In this classic Tom and Jerry short, Tom tries to steal food from the refrigerator and gets into a fight with Jerry over a bottle of milk. Meanwhile, a hungry waif comes to their door looking for food. Chaos ensues as Tom and Jerry battle it out while trying to feed the waif.

From Hand to Mouth is a silent comedy film released in 1919. The plot follows a man who must secure an inheritance by saving a kidnapped woman. Throughout the film, he encounters various comedic obstacles and uses his wit to overcome them.

A therapist, nearing retirement, meets an unconventional patient who challenges his beliefs and transforms his perspective on life.

A wealthy, eccentric collector of stuffed birds and a beautiful Russian singer provide refuge to an orphaned Irish child who has arrived illegally in New York.

Windfall in Athens follows the story of a lucky lottery winner who finds himself in a series of comedic and chaotic situations in Athens, Greece. From exploring the scenic views of the Acropolis to getting involved in a street parade, the protagonist embarks on a rollercoaster ride of events that challenge his newfound wealth and test his luck.

A hopelessly hopeful drifter, a bitter young woman, and a helpless child live on the docks, spending their days in poverty and listless wandering. Overhead, a dredge hauls up mud and trash from the nearby seabed-- the same mud and trash from the day before. They finally decide to leave for the city to seek fulfillment, only to encounter further privation, destitution, temptation.

George Periolat plays a dual role in this film, initially as Joseph Sayles a sickly old man who has taken his daughter, Rhoda (played by Mary Miles Minter), overseas after a quarrel with his family. She yearns to return home, but he has disowned his past. After his death, Rhoda ventures to America on her own. She nearly becomes destitute for a lack of money but happens upon some questionable fortune as she takes on the chores of Rosy Taylor after inadvertently finding an envelope with money in it. Rosy had been hired as a housekeeper (thus the money), but has passed away before actually showing up for employment.

A young man befriends the last surviving Civil War veteran, intending to rob him of $50,000.

A society novelist brings a brash young chorus girl home in order to study her for inspiration for his new novel. His family is distraught, but soon her behavior has forever altered their snobbish ways.