Topic: Literature

Explore the top movies, series, and documentaries on Literature. Enjoy the must-watch titles that define this topic.


Sunset Boulevard

1950 · Movie · 110 min. · United States

Direction Billy Wilder

Cast William Holden · Gloria Swanson · Erich von Stroheim · Nancy Olson

Synopsis Sunset Boulevard (1950) follows a struggling screenwriter (William Holden) who seeks shelter in the grand mansion of a former silent film icon (Gloria Swanson) to evade creditors. As he becomes entangled in her world, he uncovers the dark and unstable...

8.5

45K votes

8.5

45K votes

Antonio Machado. The Blue Days

2020 · Documentary · 94 min. · Spain

Direction Laura Hojman

Cast Pedro Casablanc

Synopsis Antonio Machado. The Blue Days (2020) is a compelling documentary that delves into the legacy and literary contributions of the renowned poet Antonio Machado, marking the 80th anniversary of his passing. The film explores Machado's life as a poignant emblem...

7.7

528 votes

7.7

528 votes

Through a Glass Darkly

1961 · Movie · 91 min. · Sweden

Direction Ingmar Bergman

Cast Harriet Andersson · Gunnar Björnstrand · Max von Sydow · Lars Passgard

Synopsis Through a Glass Darkly (1961) follows the story of Karin, a young woman who has just come back to her family's island retreat after a stint in a psychiatric facility. Accompanying her are her isolated brother and her caring, yet...

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7.7

4K votes

7.7

4K votes

Hemingway (TV Miniseries)

2021 · Documentary · 360 min. · United States

Direction Ken Burns · Lynn Novick

Cast Patricia Clarkson · Jeff Daniels · Mary-Louise Parker · Keri Russell

Synopsis Hemingway (TV Miniseries) (2021) delves into the meticulous journey of Ernest Hemingway as he crafted some of the most influential pieces of American literature. This three-episode series, which debuted on April 5 on PBS, offers an in-depth look at the...

7.6

70 votes

7.6

70 votes

This is Art (TV Series)

2017 · Documentary · 48 min. · Spain

Direction Ramón Gener · Joan Costa

Cast Ramón Gener

Synopsis This is Art (TV Series) (2017) delves into the captivating world of artistic expression and the profound emotions that drive creativity. This documentary series explores the diverse landscapes of art, from the creation process to the emotional resonance that art...

7.6

118 votes

7.6

118 votes

Dead Poets Society

1989 · Movie · 124 min. · United States

Direction Peter Weir

Cast Robin Williams · Robert Sean Leonard · Ethan Hawke · Josh Charles

Synopsis Dead Poets Society (1989) follows the journey of introverted Todd Anderson, who is enrolled in the prestigious prep school where his esteemed older brother once excelled. Todd's roommate, Neil, is a brilliant and well-liked student, but he is heavily influenced...

7.6

116K votes

7.6

116K votes

Misery

1990 · Movie · 104 min. · United States

Direction Rob Reiner

Cast Kathy Bates · James Caan · Frances Sternhagen · Richard Farnsworth

Synopsis Misery (1990) follows acclaimed author Paul Sheldon as he embarks on a perilous journey home from his secluded Colorado retreat after finishing his newest novel. A sudden blizzard causes him to lose control of his vehicle, resulting in a severe...

7.5

38K votes

7.5

38K votes

Francisca

1981 · Movie · 166 min. · Portugal

7.5

189 votes

7.5

189 votes

José & Pilar

2010 · Documentary · 125 min. · Portugal

Direction Miguel Gonçalves Mendes

Cast José Saramago · Pilar del Río · Gabriel García Márquez · Gael García Bernal

Synopsis José & Pilar (2010) is a profoundly emotional documentary crafted by Miguel Gonçalves Mendes, delving into themes of love, grief, and literature. The film chronicles the life of José Saramago, the esteemed Portuguese novelist and Nobel laureate, and his wife,...

7.5

699 votes

7.5

699 votes

Contempt

1963 · Movie · 102 min. · France

Direction Jean-Luc Godard

Cast Brigitte Bardot · Michel Piccoli · Jack Palance · Georgia Moll

Synopsis Contempt (1963) centers around French playwright Paul Javal (Michel Piccoli), who is commissioned by the haughty American producer Jeremy Prokosch (Jack Palance) to adapt the screenplay of a commercial take on "Ulysses and his Odyssey." The film is set to...

7.4

6K votes

7.4

6K votes

The Postman

1994 · Movie · 115 min. · Italy

Direction Michael Radford

Cast Philippe Noiret · Massimo Troisi · María Grazia Cucinotta · Linda Moretti

Synopsis The Postman (1994) tells the story of a humble mail carrier who discovers a world of romantic opportunities when he begins delivering letters to one of the 20th century's most celebrated poets. This enchanting narrative draws inspiration from a real-life...

7.4

27K votes

7.4

27K votes

Barton Fink

1991 · Movie · 113 min. · United States

Direction Joel Coen

Cast John Turturro · John Goodman · Judy Davis · Michael Lerner

Synopsis Barton Fink (1991) follows the journey of a talented playwright from New York, Barton Fink, who is lured to the bustling city of Hollywood in 1941 to pen a script for a wrestling film starring the renowned Wallace Beery. As...

7.4

25K votes

7.4

25K votes

Shadowlands

1993 · Movie · 130 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Richard Attenborough

Cast Anthony Hopkins · Debra Winger · Joseph Mazzello · Edward Hardwicke

Synopsis Shadowlands (1993) tells the story of C.S. Lewis, a celebrated author and academic portrayed by Anthony Hopkins. Lewis, a bachelor, enjoys a life of intellectual endeavors and solitude, untouched by deep emotions, until he encounters Joy Gresham, played by Debra...

7.4

8K votes

7.4

8K votes

The Great Beauty

2013 · Movie · 142 min. · Italy

Direction Paolo Sorrentino

Cast Toni Servillo · Carlo Verdone · Sabrina Ferilli · Serena Grandi

Synopsis The Great Beauty (2013) follows the narrative of a seasoned journalist grappling with the memories of his vibrant, yet fleeting youth. This film serves as a vivid depiction of contemporary Rome. Jep Gambardella, portrayed by Toni Servillo, has navigated the...

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7.4

35K votes

7.4

35K votes

Direction Charlie Arnaiz · Alberto Ortega

Cast Luis García Montero · Miguel Ríos · Angels Barceló · Ismael Serrano

Synopsis Aunque tú no lo sepas. La poesía de Luis García Montero (2016) is a cinematic exploration of the life and works of renowned Spanish poet Luis García Montero. This documentary delves into the profound impact of his poetry on Spanish...

7.4

151 votes

7.4

151 votes

Fahrenheit 451

1966 · Movie · 108 min. · United Kingdom

Direction François Truffaut

Cast Julie Christie · Oskar Werner · Cyril Cusack · Anton Diffring

Synopsis Fahrenheit 451 (1966) presents a dystopian future where a fireman, tasked with the burning of books, starts to ponder the true purpose of his role. Set in a society where literature is outlawed, the protagonist's journey of self-discovery and rebellion...

7.3

19K votes

7.3

19K votes

A Pure Formality

1994 · Movie · 108 min. · Italy

Direction Giuseppe Tornatore

Cast Gérard Depardieu · Roman Polanski · Sergio Rubini · Nicola Di Pinto

Synopsis A Pure Formality (1994) centers around Onoff, a renowned author who has retreated from public life and ceased publishing new works. One tempestuous evening, he is apprehended by the police, disoriented and breathless, lacking any identification or clear recollection of...

7.2

3K votes

7.2

3K votes

Finding Neverland

2004 · Movie · 101 min. · United States

Direction Marc Forster

Cast Johnny Depp · Kate Winslet · Freddie Highmore · Julie Christie

Synopsis Finding Neverland (2004) is a captivating narrative of enchantment and imagination, rooted in the life of James Barrie, the creator of the beloved children's tale "Peter Pan." The story unfolds in London during 1904, chronicling Barrie's imaginative journey from his...

7.2

50K votes

7.2

50K votes

Violet Evergarden (TV Series)

2018 · Series · 22 min. · Japan

Direction Taichi Ishidate

Synopsis Violet Evergarden (TV Series) (2018) follows the story of a young woman, once a formidable soldier known as "the weapon," who transitions to civilian life at CH Postal Service after the war. Inspired by the work of "Auto Memories Dolls,"...

7.2

909 votes

7.2

909 votes