Movies and TvShows featuring "1st-amendment" theme.

A research chemist comes under personal and professional attack when he decides to appear in a 60 Minutes exposé on Big Tobacco. In Lebanon, Hezbollah militants escort producer Lowell Bergman (Pacino) to Hezbollah founder Sheikh Fadlallah, where Lowell convinces him to be interviewed by Mike Wallace (Plummer) for CBS show 60 Minutes. In Louisville, Kentucky, Jeffrey Wigand (Crowe) packs his belongings and leaves his Brown and Williamson office, returning home to his wife Liane (Venora) and two children, one of whom suffers from acute asthma...

After his true identity is exposed by a journalist, a former Weather Underground activist named Robert goes on the run to evade capture by the FBI. As he tries to clear his name and find the real killer of a security guard during a robbery, he must navigate the dangers of being a fugitive while also reconnecting with old allies.

Peter is a Hollywood screenwriter who is mistakenly accused of being a communist. He loses his job and his memory, and ends up in a small town where he is mistaken for a war veteran. As he becomes part of the community, he rediscovers his passion for writing and helps restore an abandoned movie theater.

Larry Flynt, the publisher of Hustler magazine, becomes embroiled in a legal battle defending his right to free speech against accusations of libel and obscenity, while also facing personal struggles and health issues.

This documentary explores the inner workings of the Church of Scientology, its founder L. Ron Hubbard, and the experiences of former members who have left the organization. It delves into topics such as the church's alleged abusive practices, its tax-exempt status, and the control it exerts over its followers.

Nothing But the Truth is a crime drama movie that tells the story of a female reporter who is willing to go to jail to protect her source. She faces challenges and dangers as she fights for the truth and the freedom of the press.

Kids in America is a comedy-drama film set in a high school, where a group of students rebels against censorship and fights for their right to free speech. The story follows their journey as they face challenges from the school's administration and organize a talent show to express their creativity. Along the way, they tackle issues such as dress code, expulsion, and equal rights. The film also explores themes of activism, rebellion, and the power of unity.

The Most Hated Woman in America (2017) is a biographical drama based on the true story of Madalyn Murray O'Hair, an activist known for her atheism and the founder of American Atheists. The movie follows her journey as she fights for freedom of religion and separation of church and state, facing hate mail, legal battles, and even being held at gunpoint. It explores her relationship with her son, her impact on the LGBTQ+ community, and her mysterious disappearance in 1995.

A documentary that examines the infamous joke 'The Aristocrats' and the various interpretations and performances of it by different comedians.

Trumbo is a biographical drama that tells the story of Dalton Trumbo, a screenwriter who was blacklisted and imprisoned during the McCarthy era. Despite facing adversity, Trumbo continued to write under pseudonyms and eventually won two Academy Awards.

George Carlin delivers a hilarious and thought-provoking stand-up comedy routine in his signature style, touching on topics such as the First Amendment, social commentary, and absurdity of everyday life.

A documentary that delves into the controversial topic of sex in cinema, examining how it has been both celebrated and censored throughout film history. From the 1st Amendment to sexual liberation movements, the film explores the battle between pro-sex advocates and anti-choice groups, and the ongoing struggle for freedom of speech and expression.

Dirty Pictures is a docudrama that tells the story of the trial of artist Robert Mapplethorpe, who was charged with obscenity for his photographs. Set in the 1990s, the film explores themes of censorship, art, and the struggle for free speech. It delves into the hypocrisy of society and the double standards when it comes to artistic expression. The trial becomes a witch hunt, as right-wing extremist groups and anti-choice organizations try to suppress Mapplethorpe's work. The film examines the role of the jury, the judge, and the impact of the verdict on both Mapplethorpe and the larger art community.

Nobody Speak: Trials of the Free Press is a documentary that delves into the conflicts between the free press and influential figures. It examines the impact of lawsuits and power struggles on the freedom of speech and uncovers a dark side of censorship and media control. The film also explores the role of the First Amendment and the challenges faced by journalists in the digital age, while shedding light on the consequences of the sex tape scandal.

The Revisionaries is a thought-provoking documentary about the battle over education standards in Texas, focusing on the State Board of Education and their controversial decisions regarding topics such as evolution, religion, and science. The film raises questions about the separation of church and state, the influence of conservative politics on education, and the impact on students' knowledge and critical thinking skills.

War on Whistleblowers: Free Press and the National Security State highlights four cases where whistleblowers noticed government wrong-doing and took to the media to expose the fraud and abuse. It exposes the surprisingly worsening and threatening reality for whistleblowers and the press. The film includes interviews with whistleblowers Michael DeKort, Thomas Drake, Franz Gayl and Thomas Tamm and award-winning journalists like David Carr, Lucy Dalglish, Glenn Greenwald, Seymour Hersh, Michael Isikoff, Bill Keller, Eric Lipton, Jane Mayer, Dana Priest, Tom Vanden Brook and Sharon Weinberger.

Steal This Movie is a biographical drama film about the life of Abbie Hoffman, an American social and political activist. The movie explores his involvement in various protests and political movements, including the 1968 Democratic National Convention and the Vietnam War. It also delves into his personal life, relationships, and struggles with mental illness.

In 2000 George Bush Jr was voted into the White House thanks in part to the massive voting power of the evangelical religious right. In order to repay them for their support, Bush appointed John Ashcroft in the role of Director General. With his opinions including anti-abortion in all cases, opposition to laws that protect ethnic minorities etc Ashcroft horrified liberals but cheered the religious right. One of Ashcroft's first targets was pornography and, in 2003, the FBI ordered four copies of porn films from the website of Extreme Associates. When the material crossed state lines it became a federal issue and Rob Black (owner of EA) was served with 9 indictments. With Ashcroft's job pretty much dependant on Bush returning to office in 2004, this documentary looks at Black's case and the increasing involvement of the religious right in American politics.

Al Goldstein, the controversial adult magazine publisher, is up against the odds as he takes on the D.A., the press and an even larger nightmare: irrelevancy all in a little courthouse in Brooklyn.

This Revolution (2005) follows the lives of activists and journalists during the Republican National Convention. The film explores themes of government surveillance, activism, and freedom of speech. It delves into the lives of characters who are passionate about their causes and are willing to risk everything to make their voices heard.