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On a Magical Night
Movie

On a Magical Night(2019)

6
tomato65%
NR
88Minutes

On a Magical Night follows a couple who have been married for 20 years and are facing a midlife crisis. After the wife discovers her husband's infidelity, she locks him out of their apartment. That night, the husband encounters his past lovers in a magical hotel room. As he reflects on his past relationships, he is visited by a young man who helps him confront his regrets and understand the true meaning of love.

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Rosalie
Movie

Rosalie(2023)

6.9
tomato75%
115Minutes
Swing
Movie

Swing(2023)

6.3
131Minutes

A married couple are struggling to have a child of their own. Out of frustration, Kevin turns to different women to satisfy his sexual desires which Pam eventually finds out. However, instead of splitting up, the two move to Switzerland and agree to have an open-marriage arrangement, resulting in Pam having an affair with a Swiss man.

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What We Wanted
Movie

What We Wanted(2020)

5.9
94Minutes

A married couple on a family holiday in Sardinia grapple with their strong desire to have children. They face challenges, including a suicide attempt and a nosy neighbor, while also exploring their belief in astrology and its impact on their lives. The movie touches on themes of love, relationships, and the complexities of starting a family.

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Beanpole
Movie

Beanpole(2019)

7.2
tomato93%
134Minutes

In the aftermath of World War II, two women, Iya and Masha, try to piece their lives together in Leningrad. Iya, nicknamed Beanpole due to her tall stature, works as a nurse in a veterans hospital while Masha returns from the frontlines. However, their friendship and attempts to build a new life are challenged by trauma, loss, and the hardships of post-war Leningrad.

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Immediate Family
Movie

Immediate Family(1989)

6
tomato54%
PG_13
95Minutes

Immediate Family (1989) is a heartwarming comedy-drama that tells the story of a married couple who are unable to conceive a child and decide to pursue adoption. Their lives are forever changed when they meet a young woman who is pregnant and considering adoption. As they navigate the complicated world of adoption, they discover the true meaning of family and the importance of love and acceptance.

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Farewell Mister Haffmann
Movie

Farewell Mister Haffmann(2021)

7
115Minutes

Farewell Mister Haffmann takes place in Paris, 1941. The story revolves around a jeweler, Mr. Haffmann, who hides in the basement of his jewelry store to avoid arrest by the Nazis. Meanwhile, his wife desires to have a child, creating tension and uncertainty. Amidst the chaos, Mr. Haffmann forms an unexpected bond with a young man, leading to a series of events that test their courage and resilience.

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I Am Here
Movie

I Am Here(2014)

5
tomato13%
NR
97Minutes

In the movie 'I Am Here', a businesswoman becomes obsessed with wanting to have a child after suffering a miscarriage. She hires a prostitute to carry her baby but gets caught up in the dangerous world of human trafficking and the Russian mafia. As she navigates through a series of traumatic events, including hallucinations and nightmares, she must confront her own desperation and fight to save herself and her child.

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Adoption
Movie

Adoption(1975)

7.2
tomato100%
NR
89Minutes

Adoption is a heartfelt drama set in 1970s Hungary, following the story of a female protagonist who is struggling with her marriage, empty nest, and longing for a child. The plot explores themes of loneliness, estranged parents, and the complexities of relationships. The protagonist's desire for a family leads to complicated situations, including an affair with a married man and considerations of adoption. With a backdrop of societal expectations and the harsh realities of life, the movie delves into the struggles faced by women in society and the quest for love and belonging.

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Gayby
Movie

Gayby(2012)

6
tomato90%
NR
85Minutes
Lady Chatterley's Lover
Movie

Lady Chatterley's Lover(1955)

5.9
99Minutes

Based on D. H. Lawrence’s 1928 novel of the same name, Lady Chatterley’s Lover stars Danielle Darrieux, Leo Genn, and Erno Crisa in this controversial tale of adultery! After her husband is paralyzed from fighting in WWI, Lady Chatterley feels a loss of intimacy between her husband and herself, and decides to have an affair with the gamekeeper, a man of a lower class.

Psychomagic: A Healing Art
Movie

Psychomagic: A Healing Art(2019)

6.3
tomato77%
NR
104Minutes

Psychomagic, a Healing Art is a documentary that explores the practice of psychotherapy and its ability to heal deep emotional wounds. It follows the journey of several individuals as they embark on a transformative process, using various artistic and theatrical techniques to confront their repressed desires, painful childhood experiences, and emotional traumas.

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Milkwater
Movie

Milkwater(2020)

6.2
tomato100%
102Minutes

Seeking direction and purpose, Milo rashly decides to become a surrogate and egg donor for an older gay man she meets in a bar. However, as Milo becomes increasingly attached to him, she starts leveraging the pregnancy as a means of staying embedded in his life.

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wanting to have a child

Discover a curated list of movies and TV shows that explore the theme of 'wanting to have a child'. Explore stories that depict the desires, struggles, and emotions associated with the journey of parenthood. From heartwarming tales of adoption to comedic misadventures of trying to conceive, these films and series offer a range of perspectives. Connect with characters who navigate the complexities of fertility treatments, surrogacy, and the emotional rollercoaster of yearning for a child. Start your journey of exploring these powerful narratives on SimilarWatch.

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