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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

In the small town of Swann Valley, struggling writer Hall Baltimore becomes entangled in a murder mystery involving a missing daughter, a vampire, and a ghostly girl. As he delves deeper into the investigation, his own guilt and dreams blur the line between reality and fantasy.

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

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.

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.

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.

A wealthy woman in Paris becomes the maid of a socialite after her husband loses all their money. She soon becomes involved in a love affair and must navigate the social differences between them.

Hope at Christmas tells the story of a widower and a divorced woman who find love and hope during the holiday season. With the help of their friends and family, they navigate through challenges and discover the true meaning of Christmas.

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.

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.

When a single mother and her teenage daughter find themselves double-booked for their Christmas vacation, they must navigate the challenges of working on vacation while also dealing with the estranged relationship with the mother's ex-husband. Their stay in a picturesque chalet in Vermont brings unexpected surprises, including a chance at love and a renewed sense of family.

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.

Rome in Love is a romantic movie set in Rome, Italy. The story revolves around an American actress who travels to Rome to film a magazine article. While there, she falls in love and finds inspiration to write a novel. Throughout her journey, she experiences the beauty of Rome, deals with paparazzi, attends press conferences, and discovers the true essence of love and loyalty.

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?