Movies and TvShows featuring "allegory" theme.

Three stories. A solitary sailor falls from his boat and washes ashore on a tropical island. While seeking rescue, he's found by a nearly naked woman who is playful and compliant. He decides to erase his signs of distress and remain on the island. What awaits? In the second, an adolescent searches for the words of a nursery rime he remembers bits of. His journey takes him into dreams, sexual awakening, and Oedipal fantasy. Third, a man of wealth in late-nineteenth century Paris hires a prostitute for the night. She's also cabaret performer and takes him to her room. He fears he's about to be robbed. What's her secret?

American Gods is a supernatural fantasy drama TV show based on Neil Gaiman's novel. It follows the story of ex-convict Shadow Moon as he gets caught up in a conflict between the Old Gods and the New Gods.

The Twilight Zone is a renowned anthology series that delves into various mind-bending and thought-provoking storylines. Each episode presents a unique tale, often set in a world that is similar, yet different from our own. From eerie encounters with aliens and supernatural phenomena to futuristic scenarios and moral dilemmas, The Twilight Zone captivates viewers with its blend of suspense, surrealism, and social commentary.

Zootopia is a city like no other. In this bustling metropolis, animals of all species live together in harmony. When Judy Hopps, a determined bunny, becomes the first-ever rabbit to join the police force, she quickly realizes that it's not easy being a small animal in a big city. However, her dreams of making a difference are soon put to the test when she teams up with Nick Wilde, a sly fox who is falsely accused of a crime. Together, they uncover a sinister plot that could tear Zootopia apart and challenge the ideals of equality and acceptance. As they race against time to solve the mystery, Judy and Nick must confront their own biases and overcome the stereotypes that society has placed upon them. With their unique skills and unlikely partnership, they strive to prove that anyone, no matter their size or species, can make a difference.

In a world where dreams can be infiltrated, a skilled thief is hired to plant an idea in a target's subconscious mind.

Hetalia is a satirical anime series that personifies countries as characters, humorously portraying historical events and relationships between nations. The show highlights various allegories and political alliances, often using a comedic approach. It includes themes such as friendship, family relationships, and international relations. The series provides a lighthearted and entertaining take on world history.

In a failed climate change experiment, all life on Earth is extinguished, except for the survivors aboard the Snowpiercer, a train that travels around the globe. The survivors are divided into a new class system, with the elites residing in the front cars and the lower class living in squalid conditions at the tail. Curtis Everett leads a rebellion from the tail to the front of the train, fighting against the oppressive system and discovering the dark secrets of the train's creator. The rebellion culminates in an explosive battle that derails the train, allowing the survivors to see the existence of life outside.

During the Vietnam War, a U.S. Army officer is asked to assassinate a renegade Special Forces Colonel who considers himself a god. As he travels upriver with his crew, he learns more about the Colonel's descent into madness and the horrors of war. Eventually, he confronts the Colonel and fulfills his mission, but not without experiencing the depths of human brutality and the consequences of war.

In a future where coastal cities are flooded due to global warming, a company called Cybertronics creates a mecha boy named David. He is adopted by a couple whose son is in cryostasis. At first, David's relationship with his human mother is rocky, but they eventually bond. However, when the real son returns, David becomes jealous and his actions lead to his abandonment. Determined to become a real boy, David embarks on a journey to find the mythical Blue Fairy. After thousands of years, he is discovered by future mechas who fulfill his wish by bringing back his mother, but only for a day.

Possession (1981) follows a woman who becomes obsessed with a supernatural being, leading to a breakdown of her marriage and a series of violent and disturbing events. As she spirals into madness, her husband becomes determined to uncover the truth behind her possession.

In 2027, worldwide female infertility has led to the collapse of society. The United Kingdom is a militarized police state, rounded up immigrants. Kidnapped by an immigrants rights group, Theo Faron is brought to its leader, his estranged wife Julian Taylor. Julian offers Theo money to acquire transit papers for a young refugee named Kee. They are ambushed by an armed gang, Julian is fatally shot. Kee reveals that she is pregnant and that Julian told her to trust only Theo. A plan is made to smuggle them into a refugee camp. The Fishes capture Kee, but Theo rescues her and her baby. As they escape amidst the chaos of war, Theo is shot and loses consciousness.

In the 1980s, humanity faces an alien invasion led by reptilian aliens disguised as humans. A group of freedom fighters forms a resistance and battles against the alien forces, while struggling with family relationships and the power dynamics within their group.

After a series of shipwrecks and unexplained phenomena, a giant creature known as Godzilla emerges from the ocean and begins to terrorize Tokyo. As the city falls into chaos, a group of scientists and officials frantically search for a way to stop the rampaging monster before it destroys everything in its path.

In the 1930s, three friends - Burt, Harold, and Milton - witness a murder and are framed for it. They must uncover a conspiracy that leads them to wealthy textile heir Tom Voze and his family. Along the way, they encounter spies, a secret organization, and a plot to overthrow the American government. With the help of General Dillenbeck, they aim to foil the plot and bring the culprits to justice.

Pom Poko tells the story of a group of tanuki, Japanese raccoon dogs, who fight to save their forest home from destruction. As humans continue to encroach on their habitat, the tanuki must use their shape-shifting abilities and magical powers to try and preserve their way of life. The film explores themes of environmentalism, urbanization, and the loss of traditional Japanese culture.

A knight returning from the Crusades questions the meaning of life, death, and God while facing the Grim Reaper in a chess match amid the Black Plague. As the knight and Death play, their surroundings are engulfed in cultural turmoil caused by the plague, and the people try to cope with the devastation in their own ways.

In Vivarium, a young couple looks for the perfect home and find themselves trapped in a strange suburbia filled with identical houses. They soon discover that escaping is impossible, and they are forced to care for a rapidly growing child. As the situation becomes more and more twisted, the couple's desperate attempts to escape lead to psychological torture and a battle for survival.

Six complete strangers with widely varying personalities are involuntarily placed in an endless maze containing deadly traps. They must work together to navigate through the maze and find a way out, all while facing their own personal conflicts and suspicions. As they progress, they discover the true nature of the Cube and the challenges it presents. With the help of an autistic savant among them, they unravel the code of the Cube and make their way towards the exit. However, their journey is not without sacrifices and betrayals, leading to a shocking and dark ending.

George Nada, a homeless laborer, discovers a secret group manipulating society through subliminal messaging. With a pair of special sunglasses, Nada can now see the truth and must fight against the alien-controlled human collaborators. As he uncovers the conspiracy, Nada teams up with a resistance group to expose the aliens and their plan.

Reign: The Conqueror (1997) is a surrealistic anime TV show that follows the story of Alexander the Great as he becomes a legendary warrior and takes over the world. With elements of allegory, shamanism, and philosophy, this show explores themes of passion, mathematics, homoeroticism, and Greek mythology. Set in a fictional war-torn Persia, the story delves into the city of Alexandria in Egypt and the role of the chosen one and the guardian goddess.