Movies and TvShows featuring "1929-depression" theme.

In this steamy romantic thriller set in 1930s California, a traveling salesman and a married woman embark on a passionate affair and conspire to murder her husband. As their illicit relationship intensifies, they find themselves caught in a web of deceit and betrayal.

Heroes for Sale is a pre-code film that follows the life of a war hero turned bank clerk who faces various challenges during the great depression. It highlights the struggles of the protagonist as he navigates through societal and personal tragedies, unrequited love, and the harsh realities of war and political criticism.

Roughly Speaking is a movie about a strong-willed and outspoken woman who faces various challenges and experiences in America during the early 1900s. From her time in New Haven, Connecticut, as a secretary at Yale University to her struggles during the Great Depression and World War II, the movie follows her journey of independence, relationships, and survival. Adapted from an autobiography, the film provides a glimpse into the American experience of that era.

A young man ruthlessly climbs the corporate ladder only to attempt suicide when the stock market crashes.

Tenth Avenue Angel is a heartwarming Christmas movie set in New York City during the 1930s, a time of great despair and struggle. The story revolves around an ex-con, a little girl, and her aunt as they navigate through poverty, deception, and the true meaning of Christmas. Filled with hope, redemption, and miracles, Tenth Avenue Angel is a tale of love, family, and the power of belief.