Movies and TvShows featuring "city-government" theme.

Harvey Milk, a gay activist, struggles for gay rights and becomes California's first openly gay elected official. He faces homophobia, discrimination, and assassination threats, but continues his fight to create change.

Kathy Kares is New York’s newly appointed director of rodent mitigation– we follow her staff as they attempt to win an unwinnable war against both the Mayor of New York and the city’s growing rat population. But the rats outnumber them a million to one.

National Audit Bureau member Hajime Matsudaira (Shinichi Tsutsumi), Tadako Torii (Haruka Ayase) & Asahi Gainsbourg (Masaki Okada) travel from their homebase of Tokyo to the city of Osaka. Their mission is to discover any financial irregularities & to ensure the correct use of federal money in the Osaka city government. Their initial audits go smoothly, but things turn more interesting once they enter the Karahori shopping district - the area with a long history reaching back to the Meiji era.

Bikes vs Cars is a documentary that explores the ongoing battle between bikes and cars in big cities. It highlights the challenges faced by activists who are trying to transform city transportation and reduce car culture. The film takes a critical look at the negative impact of car culture, such as traffic congestion, air pollution, and the lack of bicycle infrastructure. It showcases case studies from cities around the world, including Toronto, Bogota, Los Angeles, Sao Paulo, and Copenhagen.

Burn is a documentary that takes a close look at the dangerous and often overlooked work of American firefighters. It explores the challenges they face in an urban setting, the impact of budget cuts on fire departments, and the valor and dedication of these brave individuals. The film focuses on the city of Detroit, Michigan, a city plagued by urban decay and crisis, where firefighters battle not only fires but also a crumbling infrastructure and limited resources. Burn sheds light on the reality of firefighting and the importance of these emergency services.

The Garden is a documentary that tells the story of a community garden in South Central Los Angeles and its battle against a greedy real estate developer. The garden, which provides fresh produce and serves as an oasis in an urban setting, faces eviction when a property dispute arises. The film explores the themes of community involvement, economic development, and the power of collective action.

Los Angeles District Attorney’s office professes to protect the residents of Los Angeles County by prosecuting violent and dangerous criminals and seeking justice for all. But there is a dark side to the LA DA’s operations, when it is utilized by powers-that-be to persecute whistleblowers, violate the civil rights of U.S. citizens and stop investigations of criminal elements.

Bombay: Our City is a gripping documentary that delves into the complexities of life in Bombay, highlighting important issues such as class system, poverty, and civil liberties. Through interviews and captivating visuals, the film exposes the harsh reality faced by the inhabitants of the city, shedding light on the struggles of the marginalized communities. It also examines the role of the government and the police in maintaining social order, often at the cost of basic human rights. With an unflinching gaze, the film portrays the daily challenges faced by the residents, capturing the city's vibrant yet chaotic street life. Forced eviction, unemployment, and social injustice are portrayed through the lens of the director's agitprop style, with an underlying sense of irony and poignancy. Despite the overwhelming difficulties faced, the film also highlights the resilience of the people, emphasizing their triumphs and moments of unity. Bombay: Our City is a powerful and thought-provoking documentary that prompts viewers to critically examine the effects of urbanization and the struggle for social justice.

Facing eviction, the residents of a bohemian quarter of Portland, Oregon organize to collectively purchase a block of houses, only to get a crash course in bureaucracy.