Films tagged with: "chronic illness"

A close-up poster of two lovers, played by Ewan McGregor and Eva Green, in an intimate embrace with their eyes closed, about to kiss. The tagline between them reads “Without love there is nothing.” The background and borders are deep red, enhancing the emotional and apocalyptic tone of the film. The Sundance Film Festival logo is also visible, signaling critical acclaim.
Perfect Sense (2011)
An illustrated poster shows three characters — a grumpy-looking older man in a sweater vest, a bandaged student with curly hair, and a stern woman holding folded laundry — standing solemnly over a shattered Christmas tree ornament. The broken red glass hints at both holiday chaos and emotional upheaval. The tagline reads “Discomfort And Joy.”
The Holdovers (2023)
A poster with a lime green background features three main characters: Paul Rudd stands solemnly with his hands in his pockets, facing left; a teenage boy in a wheelchair (played by Craig Roberts) turns slightly to look at a young woman (Selena Gomez), who stands with arms crossed, gazing right. The title is in large, playful script: “The Fundamentals of Caring,” with the tagline “Caring is a funny thing.” The film is branded as a Netflix Original and premiered at Sundance.
The Fundamentals of Caring (2016)
Poster features a man in a suit with a cigarette for a head, pointing a lighter at the viewer. A button on his lapel reads “A Smoking Who’s Who Dinner Guest.” The title “THANK YOU FOR SMOKING” is bold and red, with the “O” stylized as a no-smoking symbol.
Thank You for Smoking (2005)
Poster for Born on the Fourth of July featuring Tom Cruise’s face overlaid with the American flag. The tagline at the top reads, “A true story of innocence lost and courage found.” The film’s title and Cruise’s name are stylized with stars and stripes, reinforcing the themes of patriotism and personal struggle.
Born on the Fourth of July (1989)
Poster for The Hours featuring three women: Meryl Streep with glasses and a shawl holding a bouquet of roses, Julianne Moore with curled red hair and a green dress, and Nicole Kidman with a somber expression, wearing muted colors and a delicate necklace. Their portraits are tightly framed, visually linked yet emotionally distinct, hinting at different time periods. The tagline and credits are minimal, emphasizing the actors’ names and the film’s contemplative tone.
The Hours (2002)
Poster for Awakenings featuring a vast, tranquil expanse of water under a pale blue sky. In the distance, one man stands on a dock while another balances triumphantly on the surface of the water with arms raised. The tagline reads, “There is no such thing as a simple miracle.” The names Robert De Niro and Robin Williams appear at the top, with the film noted as being based on a true story.
Awakenings (1990)
Poster for Still Alice featuring Julianne Moore seated and gazing pensively, with her hand raised slightly as if lost in thought. The warm, muted background and subdued color palette reflect the film’s introspective tone. The title appears in minimalist white text above her, emphasizing the personal nature of the story.
Still Alice (2014)
Poster for X-Men featuring a large metallic “X” with a glowing slit at the center, revealing silhouettes of the mutant team, led by Wolverine with claws extended. The tagline above reads, “Trust a few. Fear the rest,” capturing the film’s themes of secrecy, power, and prejudice.
X-Men (2000)
Poster for Fight Club featuring Brad Pitt holding a bright pink bar of soap labeled “FIGHT CLUB” in bold letters, with Edward Norton smirking in the background. The tagline at the bottom reads “Mischief. Mayhem. Soap.” The gritty, high-contrast style reflects the film’s rebellious and psychological themes.
Fight Club (1999)