Movies and TvShows featuring "belief-in-gods" theme.

Spartacus: Gods of the Arena is a TV mini-series set before the events of Spartacus: Blood and Sand. The story revolves around the House of Batiatus in Capua and its gladiators as they seek fame and survival in the brutal world of Ancient Rome. The series explores the rise of Gaius Claudius Glaber and the machinations of Batiatus to gain power. It delves into the turmoil of the gladiatorial arena, the politics of Roman society, and the complex relationships among the characters. Combining action, drama, and historical fiction, Spartacus: Gods of the Arena offers an intense and gripping portrayal of life during the time of gladiators.

Spartacus is a slave who becomes a gladiator and leads a rebellion against the Roman Empire, fighting for his freedom and justice.

The Ballad of Narayama follows an old woman in a village facing the harsh realities of poverty and survival. In this ancient Japan, people believe in the afterlife and gods, but their beliefs cannot alleviate the misery and hardship they endure. The woman must make a tough decision, facing starvation and dying traditions that seem to be inevitable. As she navigates through a mountain hike, hunger, and tough choices, she reflects on her life and the fate of her village.

The Pervert's Guide to Ideology is a documentary that delves into the power of ideology and its influence on our everyday lives. Through the perspective of philosopher Slavoj Žižek, it explores various topics such as psychoanalysis, philosophy, pop culture, ethics, and cinema history. The film takes a critical look at the ideologies that shape our beliefs and behaviors, touching on subjects like propaganda, religion, nazism, and capitalism. With a touch of dark humor, it challenges the viewer to question their own ideological frameworks and examine the world we live in.

Through Master Luu Ngoc Duc, one of the most prominent spirit mediums in Hanoi, and his vibrant community, the film explores how effeminate and gay men in homophobic Vietnam have traditionally found community and expression in the country’s popular Mother Goddess Religion, Đạo Mẫu.