Movies and TvShows featuring "autocracy" theme.

In TRON: Legacy, the son of a virtual world designer searches for his missing father and finds himself transported into the digital world. He encounters his father's corrupted creation and befriends a unique ally who was born inside the digital world.

A high school teacher's experiment to demonstrate to his students what life is like under a dictatorship spins horribly out of control when he forms a social unit with a life of its own. When Rainer Wegner, a popular high school teacher, finds himself relegated to teaching autocracy, instead of anarchy, as part of the school's project week, he is less than enthusiastic. So are his students, who greet the prospect of studying fascism yet again with apathetic grumbling: The Nazis sucked. We get it. Struck by the teenagers complacency and unwitting arrogance, Rainer devises an unorthodox experiment. But his hastily conceived lesson in social orders and the power of unity soon grows a life of its own.

The Putin Interviews is a documentary series that features filmmaker Oliver Stone conducting interviews with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The series provides an in-depth look into Putin's life, his leadership style, and his views on various topics such as international relations and Russian politics. Through these interviews, viewers gain insights into the enigmatic leader and the dynamics of power politics in Russia.

A biographical documentary about the influential fashion editor and columnist Diana Vreeland. The film explores her unique perspective and eccentricity, as well as her contributions to the fashion industry. It delves into her time as an editor at Vogue magazine and her role in shaping modern fashion trends.

Set in a dystopian future, Leila follows the story of a mother desperately searching for her missing daughter in a society governed by a totalitarian regime. As she navigates through an oppressive world, she must confront societal divisions, autocracy, and the struggles faced by women. With water scarcity and the looming threat of a dystopia, the determined protagonist embarks on a journey to find her loved one.

Mary, a high school girl, experiences the joys and challenges of adolescence as she explores her interests in photography and social media. Along the way, she deals with issues like first love, the complexities of friendships, and the pressures of popularity and authority. Through it all, Mary learns valuable lessons about self-expression, self-reflection, and growing up.

After receiving a letter from Nicholas Van Ryn, Miranda Wells travels to his remote mansion, Dragonwyck. As Miranda becomes wrapped up in the luxurious and mysterious lifestyle of the Van Ryns, she discovers dark secrets and must confront her own desires.

Set in Soviet Russia, 'Mother' tells the story of a woman who becomes a political activist following the murder of her husband. She joins an underground group and faces numerous challenges as she fights for justice and freedom in a totalitarian regime.

An elegantly produced documentary divided into eight parts and running nearly seven hours in length, The Romanovs beautifully encapsulates the epic story of the Russian Dynasty over the course of over three hundred years.

Electra, My Love is a 1974 film that delves into the themes of love, power, and revolution. Set in a fictional kingdom, the story follows Electra, a young woman who becomes entangled in a tumultuous web of political intrigue and personal struggle. As she navigates the complex dynamics of a decaying society, Electra must grapple with her own desires for love, her role in the class struggle, and the Brechtian influences that surround her. With beautiful long takes and mesmerizing ballet sequences, Electra, My Love weaves a haunting tale filled with murder, rebellion, and the pursuit of justice.

Set in the 19th century, 'Down to the Sea in Ships' tells the story of a young boy who embarks on a journey aboard a whaling ship in the Pacific Ocean. He learns important life lessons from the sea captain, his grandfather, and the ship's first mate. The film explores themes of honesty, fairness, and courage, as well as the dangers of whaling and the close relationship between man and nature.

Together, two young lovers create an unbreakable bond within a destructive world.%s

Early 1960s Haiti during 'Papa Doc' Duvalier's dictatorship seen through the eyes of a young girl whose family has suffered heavily.

A compilation of newsreels shot between 1913 and 1917 - the years leading up to the Russian Revolution.

This Passing Parade series short chronicles the political life of Francisco Madero, who tried to bring democracy and land reform to Mexico.

The story behind the resistance of the students against the arbitrary political reforming of the University of Theatre and Film Arts in Budapest.