Movies Similar to On Hold (2011)

A struggling construction worker works tirelessly to provide his son with a private education. His life takes an unexpected turn when he discovers an unusual orb in a junkyard. What seems like…

In 1989, prostitute Aileen Wuornos forms a relationship with a young woman named Selby. Hoping to improve her life, Aileen's lack of education leads her back to working on the streets. After…

In a struggling post-Soviet community, Lilya, a teenage girl, is abandoned when her mother moves to the United States with her boyfriend. Facing neglect and poverty, she meets Andrei, who offers her…

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After her mother's death, a determined young woman goes back to New Orleans.

A teenage girl unexpectedly becomes famous when her personal diary is published and quickly becomes a top-selling book.

A woman with nothing to her name travels to Alaska hoping to find employment, but her plans are derailed when her dog goes missing during a failed attempt to steal food for…

Six months after his six-year-old daughter was abducted from the Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York City while with him, William Keane is struggling to cope. He keeps returning to the…

After being murdered by his rival Carface, Charlie, a shrewd casino owner, arrives in heaven for dogs. Determined to avenge his death and reclaim his business, he teams up with Mr. Clawson,…

Inspired by Shakespeare's "Henry IV," the film follows Mike Waters and Scott Favor as they travel together to find Mike's mother, whom he hasn't seen in years. Mike, who suffers from narcolepsy,…

Bill Dancer and Curly Sue are homeless and work together as con artists, trying to find enough food each day. They target the wealthy Grey Ellison, hoping for just a meal after…

"1492: Conquest of Paradise" recounts Christopher Columbus's voyage of discovery to the 'New World' and its profound impact on the native peoples. This historical drama, featuring impressive visuals, vividly illustrates the exploration,…

"Whale Rider" follows a Maori family in Auckland, New Zealand, as they navigate hardship. The film centers on Beth Heke, a strong woman fighting to hold her family together while dealing with…

In a peaceful Italian village, a quiet postman unexpectedly finds himself on a path of artistic discovery and romance. While delivering mail through the countryside, he discovers letters exchanged with the famous…

William Blake, an accountant who becomes a fugitive, embarks on a journey of self-discovery in the wilderness. While evading the law, he meets Nobody, a Native American man deeply connected to the…

Set in a peaceful suburb, the film follows a 13-year-old navigating the difficulties of growing up and finding acceptance. As the middle child in the family, they face the tough social dynamics…

Robinson Crusoe leaves Britain after a violent act related to his love for Mary. He is shipwrecked and stranded alone on an uncharted island. He struggles to survive in the wilderness. His…

In 1930s Limerick, a poor Irish Catholic family struggles to survive after losing a child in America. The father, an unemployed veteran haunted by his past, faces poverty, discrimination, and alcoholism as…

Rosetta, a strong-willed young woman, struggles against a cycle of poverty and hardship. Determined to maintain her pride, she faces life's difficulties while caring for her mother, who battles alcoholism. Rosetta fiercely…

This period drama follows a young British girl who travels from the lively streets of India to her uncle's quiet English castle after her parents die in an earthquake. Feeling neglected in…

This comedy-drama follows two unemployed actors, Marwood and Withnail, as they struggle to survive in their dilapidated flat. They drift between job center visits and the local pub, dreaming of a countryside…

In late 19th-century Denmark, this moving film tells the story of Lasse Karlsson and his son Pelle, who travel to the island of Bornholm seeking farm work. Driven by hopes of a…

A heartwarming story about Christmas, Kris Kringle gains attention playing Santa Claus at Macy's after a memorable appearance in the Thanksgiving Day parade. His convincing portrayal brings genuine holiday cheer, leading shoppers…

In a dangerous criminal world built on exploitation, a pimp struggles to survive. His carefully maintained life unravels when the prostitute who is his only source of income is imprisoned. Suddenly without…

In Philadelphia, police detective Virgil Tibbs is wrongly arrested by Bill Gillespie, a Mississippi police chief with prejudiced views. Despite their difficult start, Tibbs uses his intelligence and determination to prove his…

When their best player is gone, a high school basketball team with strong Native American traditions must come together to fight for a chance at winning the state championship.

In a struggling part of Southern Ohio, a driven young woman sees college as her only way out. To afford it, Ruth Avery joins a risky scrap metal crew with her older…

Kati and Steffi have been best friends since they were six, navigating the complexities of adolescence together at 17. Kati's home life is marked by her parents' constant arguments stemming from their…

A teenage boy in Peru develops a dangerous infatuation with his sister, while his wealthy and demanding father's new wife struggles to conceal her humble origins.

For her fifteenth birthday, Amy's father unexpectedly takes her and her younger brother on a camping trip. What begins as a carefree summer adventure quickly spirals into a feeling of being trapped…

Lene Thurner is on a train platform in Munich, facing a choice: return to her life in Berlin, or travel south to the isolated farm "Hierankl" in the Alps, where her family…

A Métis woman's life is profoundly disrupted when she begins a relationship with a new woman in town, and her estranged mother unexpectedly reappears.

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During a romantic trip, Amy and Bill discover an antique store where Amy finds a beautiful mirror. She is immediately drawn to it and experiences a powerful urge to explore her own…

In rural Ukraine, where fantasy blurs the line between reality, life is a constant struggle against death. Old traditions and revenge deeply shape people's lives. Vitka, an imaginative and spirited young girl,…

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In a neighborhood facing economic hardship, three children forge a bond and build a sense of belonging in an unexpected setting.

Facing financial ruin, the crew of a struggling Scottish fishing boat takes on a dangerous new trade: smuggling immigrants across the treacherous North Sea.

When Trina, a housewife, wins the lottery, her stable life with her dentist husband John begins to unravel. This is fueled by her growing paranoia and the schemes of a manipulative acquaintance…

"Baba" is a poignant drama set in Istanbul. A father struggles to provide for his family and is planning to emigrate to Germany. When his landlord's son commits a drunken murder, the…