Movies and TvShows featuring "accused-of-being-a-communist" theme.

In Oppenheimer, the film explores the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, an American scientist who played a pivotal role in developing the atomic bomb. The plot follows Oppenheimer's journey from his time as a young doctoral student to his appointment as the director of the Manhattan Project during World War II. The film delves into Oppenheimer's personal and political struggles, his encounters with influential scientists, and the moral dilemma he faced. Oppenheimer's story is told against the backdrop of the historical events and political climate of the time, highlighting the consequences of his groundbreaking work and the initiation of the nuclear arms race.

Edward R. Murrow, a broadcast journalist, challenges Senator Joseph McCarthy and fights against the suppression of civil liberties and government censorship. Despite facing backlash and threats, Murrow and his team continue to report the truth and expose the corrupt practices during the McCarthy era.

Arthur Miller: Writer is a documentary film that explores the life and work of the renowned American playwright, Arthur Miller. Through interviews, archival footage, and personal writings, the film delves into Miller's experiences, influences, and the impact of his plays on American theater.

J. Robert Oppenheimer was a national hero, the brilliant scientist who during WWII led the scientific team that created the atomic bomb. But after the bomb brought the war to an end, in spite of his renown and his enormous achievement, America turned on him - humiliated and cast him aside. The question the film asks is, "Why?"

Jimmy returns to Ireland and opens a community center, but is met with resistance from the government.

An Act of Defiance is a powerful movie based on the true story of Nelson Mandela's lawyer. It revolves around the secret meeting and courtroom drama of an accused communist during the apartheid era in South Africa. The movie explores themes of racism and the strength of a husband and wife's relationship.

This documentary delves into the fascinating story of Charlie Chaplin, highlighting his struggles with homophobia, antisemitism, and accusations of being a communist. It takes you through his journey as an Englishman in America, his rise to stardom in Hollywood, and his impact on the film industry.

Harry Bridges: A Man and his Union chronicles the life of one of America's most important and controversial left-wing labor leader. He headed the International Longshoremen and Warehouseman Union from the 1930's to the 1970's and was a champion of workers' causes on an international scale. Harry Bridges (July 28, 1901 - March 30, 1990) was controversial as he was charismatic. He was prosecuted by FDR, Truman and Eisenhower alike, and convicted by a federal jury for having lied about Communist Party membership-a conviction which was set aside. On the West Coast, Bridges still excites passions both for and against the labor movement.