Movies and TvShows featuring "writing-a-novel" theme.

In Jackson, Mississippi during the civil rights movement, aspiring author Skeeter Phelan decides to write a book about the lives of the African American maids who work for white families. As she delves into their stories, she exposes the hardships they face on a daily basis due to racial segregation and discrimination.

The Pier is a drama mystery TV show that follows the story of a woman who finds out her husband has been leading a double life and is killed. She becomes obsessed with finding out the truth behind his death and uncovers a web of secrets and lies.

The Witches of Oz is an epic fantasy TV show that follows a modern-day authoress who discovers that the characters from her novel are real. With the help of a Scotsman and Glinda the Good, she must journey to the magical land of Oz to save it from the Wicked Witch and find her own destiny.

Emma, aspiring writer, delves into the world of sex workers by becoming one herself at La Maison. She confronts the dangers, loneliness, and challenges of forming intimate connections.

In 1999, a retired legal counselor writes a novel based on an unresolved homicide case and his unrequited love. The story follows the investigation of a brutal rape and murder in Buenos Aires in 1974. As the counselor, along with his alcoholic assistant and a new lawyer, dig deeper, they uncover leads and eventually catch the killer. However, justice is short-lived as political violence and corruption release the murderer. The counselor's friend is killed, and he goes into self-imposed exile. Years later, he discovers that the widower of the victim has been keeping the murderer chained in his home for over 24 years, seeking his own form of justice. With closure, the counselor rekindles his love and finally responds to his former superior's feelings.

Angel is a drama and romance movie set in 2007. It revolves around the story of an eccentric writer and her love and personal life struggles, including infidelity and the death of her husband.

Swimming Pool (2003) is a crime drama and mystery film that follows a successful crime fiction writer named Sarah Morton. She decides to take a break from her hectic life and goes to stay at her publisher's secluded villa in the South of France. In this idyllic setting, Sarah's peaceful retreat takes an unexpected turn when her publisher's daughter, Julie, arrives unannounced. As the two women spend time together, Sarah becomes intrigued by Julie's wild and promiscuous lifestyle. As Sarah delves deeper into Julie's world, her own fantasies start to blur with reality, and she finds herself drawn into a dangerous game of seduction and manipulation. Swimming Pool is a suspenseful and erotic thriller that explores themes of desire, identity, and the blurred lines between fiction and reality.

Croupier is a neo-noir crime thriller about a struggling writer who becomes a casino dealer in London. As he gets drawn into the world of gambling and crime, he finds himself caught in a dangerous web of intrigue and deception.

Happy Christmas follows the story of a woman who disrupts her brother's life when she moves into his house for the Christmas holidays.

Vita & Virginia is a movie based on the true story of the passionate and unconventional relationship between writer Virginia Woolf and socialite Vita Sackville-West. Set in 1920s England, the film explores themes of love, desire, and societal expectations. Virginia, struggling with mental illness and her own anxieties, finds solace and inspiration in Vita's free-spirited nature. The two women embark on a passionate affair, navigating the complexities of their emotions and the conservative society in which they live. The movie delves into the challenges and sacrifices they make for their love, and how their relationship shapes their lives and work.

A writer, who is known for his modesty, is challenged to write a novel in 24 hours. He accepts the bet and travels to an old manor in Wales to find inspiration. However, he soon realizes that the house holds dark secrets and that there have been a series of murders. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a secret identity, a father-son relationship, and a deeply disturbed person seeking revenge. Trapped in the manor, he must outwit the psychopathic killer and escape before he becomes the next victim.

A writer and his pregnant girlfriend struggle with their dysfunctional family and marital issues. They decide to adopt a troubled dog, which leads to unexpected changes in their lives.

A writer and a website designer, who are both frustrated in love, make a pact to be each other's Christmas date and pretend to be a couple to avoid their meddling families. As they spend more time together, their fake relationship starts to feel real, and they both must confront their true feelings.

Acclaimed author and recluse Norma Boswell is reaching the end of her days. She has kept her terminal diagnosis secret from everyone around her, her housekeeper and gardener, as well as her estranged son, Justin. As her health continues to decline, her doctor insists it is time to bring in a live-in nurse at home. Stubbornly proud, Norma rejects every candidate for the job straight away. That is until she comes across Emma Keating, who refuses to take no for an answer and whole-heartedly agrees to keep Norma’s secret.

Love Lasts Three Years is a comedy movie that follows the story of a divorced man who believes that love only lasts for three years. He navigates through new and old relationships, dealing with the complexities of love, marriage, and infidelity. Set in Paris, France, the movie explores themes of friendship, forgiveness, and the pursuit of happiness.

The Wedding Night tells the story of a struggling writer and his troubled marriage, set against the backdrop of a rural farm. As the couple navigates their marital problems and the pressures of their rural lifestyle, they must confront their own inner demons and make tough decisions about their relationship. With themes of love, loss, and redemption, this film explores the complexities of human emotions and the challenges of marriage.

A magazine writer, who is frustrated with love and struggling to write her novel, escapes to a ski resort for a much-needed vacation. There, she meets a charming snowboarding CEO who helps her find inspiration and rediscover the magic of love. Their relationship is put to the test when a power outage forces them to spend more time together, leading to a series of misunderstandings and unexpected romantic moments. Will this winter weekend getaway lead to a happily ever after?

Robert is a SF writer, who realizes that he can make his thoughts material. Because of that, a group of aliens arrives to Earth. Their leader is Andra, who shows affection for Robert, which does not please his girlfriend, Biba. A monster, Mumu, has arrived together with the visitors from space.

The Passion of Ayn Rand is a movie based on the true story of Ayn Rand, a famous female writer and philosopher. It explores her life, her relationships, and her philosophy of objectivism. The movie delves into the complexities of her career, including her affair with a younger man and her struggle with hypocrisy. It portrays her as a confident and assertive woman who challenged the conventions of her time.

In 1840s France, a womanizer gets caught in a police trap and assumes the identity of Alexandre Dumas. He collaborates with the real Dumas to write a novel, but their plan is jeopardized by mistaken identities, romantic rivalries, and a police search. Love at first sight, revolutions of 1848, and a hidden weapon add to the chaos.