Movies and TvShows featuring "anti-capitalism" theme.
An insomniac office worker seeks relief from his insomnia by attending support groups, where he meets a soap maker named Tyler Durden. Together, they form an underground fight club that spirals out of control. As the narrator delves deeper into the world of fight club and Tyler's extreme philosophies, he begins to question his own reality and identity. The boundaries between reality and madness blur as the narrator's life unravels.
Sorry to Bother You follows the story of Cassius Green, a young black man living in Oakland, California, who works as a telemarketer. Frustrated with his low pay and lack of prospects, Cassius discovers a magical key that helps him achieve unprecedented success. However, as he rises through the ranks of his company, Cassius realizes the cost of his newfound success and must decide between loyalty to his friends and the pursuit of wealth and power.
The True Cost is a documentary that explores the impact of the fashion industry on the environment and human rights. It highlights the hidden costs behind cheap clothing, such as the exploitation of factory workers, environmental issues, and the consequences of globalized capitalism. The film uncovers the harsh working conditions of textile workers, the overcrowded landfills filled with discarded clothes, and the structural poverty caused by the industry. Through interviews with experts and footage from around the world, The True Cost exposes the dark side of the fashion industry and calls for a more ethical and sustainable approach to clothing production.
After accidentally breaking a statue of the guardian god of the Asakusa district, middle school students Kazuki, Toi and Enta are transformed into kappas -creatures from japanese folklore- by Keppi, self-proclaimed prince of the Kappa Kingdom. If they want to regain their human form, they must collect the five Dishes of Hope for him, which fulfill the wishes of whoever possesses them. To do so, they will fight against the kappa-zombies and extract their "shirikodama", the mythical organ containing humans' deepest desires. Two policemen, Reo and Mabu, are the ones behind this evil scheme, turning humans into zombies as agents of the Otter Empire, enemy of the Kappa Kingdom since ancient times. In the guise of "Kappazon, Inc.", they control society by manipulating the desires of the masses for their own goals. To succeed in their mission, the boys must be connected through the "Sarazanmai", revealing their most intimate secrets in the process...
The 1978 kidnapping and assassination of former Italian Prime Minister Aldo Moro by Red Brigades terrorists. In the late 70s, Italy is torn apart by a war: in the history of a Western country, the first government supported by a Communist Party (PCI) is about to take office in an epoch-making alliance with the Nation's traditional bastion of conservatism, the Christian Democrats (DC). Aldo Moro, President of the DC, is the main proponent of this accord. On the very same day of the swearing ceremony of this new government formation, March 16, 1978, Moro is kidnapped in an ambush that leaves his entire police escort dead on the street. Moro's imprisonment will last 55 days: 55 days of hope, fear, negotiation, failure, good intentions and wicked acts. 55 days ending with his corpse abandoned inside a car in the center of Rome, exactly half way between the headquarters of the DC and the PCI.
In the Russian Empire, a labor strike erupts as workers protest against their exploitative working conditions, corruption, and the cruelty inflicted upon animals. The rebellion grows in intensity, leading to a fierce fight for workers' rights and justice. Amidst the turmoil, the working class is pushed to the edge, suffering from starvation and social unrest. The movie explores themes of class struggle, anti-capitalism, and the oppressive nature of the Tsarist regime.
In a small Chinese village during the Cultural Revolution, a woman named Liu struggles to survive and find love. She faces hardships such as the death of her husband, the strict communist regime, and the loss of her dignity and rights as a widow. Despite these challenges, Liu remains resilient and determined to create a better life for herself and her unborn child.
In La Belle Verte, a group of extraterrestrials from a harmonious and technologically advanced planet visit Earth to observe its inhabitants. The film explores themes of satire, social criticism, anti-materialism, and anti-consumerism as the extraterrestrials witness the destructive and materialistic nature of human civilization. Through their interactions, they encourage a return to nature, empathy, and spirituality as a way to address ecological and environmental issues. The film also critiques the negative impact of technology and capitalism on the planet, advocating for green living and a more natural way of life. Ultimately, it offers a message of spiritual redemption and the importance of communing with nature.
The Witness is a dark comedy set in communist Hungary. It follows the story of a clueless party member who becomes a resistance fighter and gets caught up in a show trial. The film explores themes of corruption, ideology, and the absurdity of the communist regime. With dark humor and satire, it depicts the struggles of the protagonist as he navigates through a world of deception and suspicion.
The movie depicts the story of the Titanic, a luxurious ocean liner that sank on its maiden voyage after hitting an iceberg. The film explores the lives of various passengers aboard the ship, including a young couple who fall in love, a ship captain trying to make a name for himself, and the struggles of the lower-class passengers. The movie showcases the bravery, sacrifice, and tragedy that occurred during the disaster.
The Watchmaker of St. Paul follows the story of a watchmaker from Lyon, who becomes entangled in a murder investigation when his estranged son is accused of the crime. As the watchmaker navigates the complexities of the legal system, he must confront his own feelings of guilt and responsibility. Set against a backdrop of social and political unrest in 1970s France, the film explores themes of fatherhood, justice, and the strained relationship between father and son.
After 52 years of armed conflict the FARC guerrillas are about to hand over their arms in exchange for political participation and social inclusion of the poor. Ernesto is one of them. The much celebrated Colombian peace agreement throws Ernesto and the polarised society around him into chaos in which everyone is afraid of the future and their own survival.
Me Two is a surrealistic comedy that explores the themes of love-at-first-sight, possession, and anti-social behavior. The main character, suffering from depression and schizophrenia, lives a double life and experiences paranoia and psychotic episodes. The story takes place in an office setting with an office romance subplot. The protagonist finds himself in a bizarre situation after a car accident, leading to a body-swap with a celebrity. As he navigates this unconventional circumstance, he confronts his own obsessions and struggles with his alter-ego. Me Two is filled with absurdism, set in the 1980s and 1970s, and features a surprise ending.
During an orgy, Some old and wealthy notables are being murdered by a small group of leftist young revolutionaries. Very soon the police are tracking down Virgile Cabral, the leader of the group. Meanwhile, Virgile's brother and only relative, Vincent, a violinist (and a thief), comes back to Paris. They have not seen each other for three years. Vincent does not believe in the revolution. He only tries to live as he wishes to live. But by looking for his hunted down brother, he has no other choice than to be involved in a fight that is not his.
Rise Like Lions is a powerful documentary that delves into the anti-capitalism and anti-globalization movement, specifically focusing on the Occupy movement. It provides an in-depth analysis of the challenges faced by activists and their inspiring efforts to create a more equitable world. Through interviews and footage from protests and demonstrations, the film captures the energy and passion of those fighting against the dominance of multinational corporations and the resulting social and economic inequality.
Tech entrepreneur Jimmy Van Horn arrives in China armed with an invention and confidence, only to learn that being American is not enough to succeed.
It deals with the alleged Western sabotage of Hungarian oil production.
On the Run is a crime-drama-thriller film released in 2002. The movie follows the story of a schoolteacher who becomes a fugitive after being involved in a bank robbery. Desperation, betrayal, and a relentless manhunt drive the plot as the protagonist tries to escape from the police and uncover the truth behind the crime. The film explores themes of anti-capitalism, radicalism, and the consequences of taking matters into one's own hands.
Underground is a 1976 documentary film about the Weathermen, founded as a militant faction of the Students for a Democratic Society (SDS), who fought to overthrow the U.S. government during the 1960s and 1970s. The film consists of interviews with members of the group after they went underground and footage of the anti-war and civil rights protests of the time. It was directed by Emile de Antonio, Haskell Wexler and Mary Lampson, later subpoenaed by the Federal Bureau of Investigation in an attempt to confiscate the film footage in order to gain information that would help them arrest the Weathermen. (Wikipedia)