Movies and TvShows featuring "civil-liberties" theme.

A detailed look at the Prohibition era in the United States, covering the rise of bootlegging, the activism against alcohol, and the unintended consequences of the ban. The series delves into the history of the 1920s and 1930s, focusing on New York City and the impact of prohibition on American culture.

Magnum Force is a 1973 action crime drama movie where a police detective named Harry Callahan investigates a series of murders carried out by a vigilante group targeting criminals. As he gets deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a web of corruption within the police force. With the lines between right and wrong blurred, Callahan must decide where his loyalties lie and how far he is willing to go to uphold justice.

In 1980s South Korea, a lawyer takes on a high-profile case that challenges the country's political establishment and fights for justice and civil liberties during the democratization movement.

War on Whistleblowers: Free Press and the National Security State highlights four cases where whistleblowers noticed government wrong-doing and took to the media to expose the fraud and abuse. It exposes the surprisingly worsening and threatening reality for whistleblowers and the press. The film includes interviews with whistleblowers Michael DeKort, Thomas Drake, Franz Gayl and Thomas Tamm and award-winning journalists like David Carr, Lucy Dalglish, Glenn Greenwald, Seymour Hersh, Michael Isikoff, Bill Keller, Eric Lipton, Jane Mayer, Dana Priest, Tom Vanden Brook and Sharon Weinberger.

The story of Iowa's legendary Blazing Saddle the community that built it.

Kurt & Courtney is a documentary that explores the life and mysterious death of Kurt Cobain, the lead singer of Nirvana. It delves into the relationship between Kurt and his wife Courtney Love and examines the circumstances surrounding his untimely demise.

Preaching to the Perverted is a comedy-drama film set in London, exploring the underground world of fetish and sadomasochism. The story follows a dominatrix who becomes the target of a government investigation, leading to a clash between civil liberties and morality. With elements of comedy, it delves into the weird and intriguing world of fetishism, exploring themes of sexuality, bisexuality, and the boundaries of consent.

Coded Bias is a thought-provoking documentary that delves into the inherent biases and discrimination in artificial intelligence algorithms. Through interviews with experts and personal stories, the film exposes the potential dangers of relying on AI systems that perpetuate racism, sexism, and surveillance.

This documentary explores the moral panic and censorship surrounding video nasties in the 1970s and 1980s in England. It delves into the confusion, clumsiness, and discussion that arose around the issue, examining the roles of the conservative government, the film industry, and the public morality. The film also examines the impact of the video cassette and the accusations of stupidity and hysteria surrounding it. Through interviews with directors, filmmakers, and politicians, it paints a comprehensive picture of the video nasties era.

In (T)ERROR (2015), the documentary takes a closer look at the surveillance state and the use of informants by the FBI. It follows an undercover counterterrorism operative who targets a Pakistani-born businessman, attempting to expose a potential threat. The film delves into the blurred lines between surveillance and entrapment, raising questions about civil liberties and the impact of state surveillance on individuals. With archive footage and interviews, it provides a thought-provoking exploration of the subject within a post-9/11 America.

With the original intention of empowering a citizenry's ability to defend themselves against a corrupt or tyrannical government, the concept today may seem farfetched or the makings of a Hollywood blockbuster. However, it has happened throughout U.S. history. And long before gun control was positioned as a "common sense measure" to combat violence, it was used as a means to oppress certain minority groups. Presently, the growing trend in gun control favors the wealthy and privileged, who leverage their connections to ensure their Second Amendment rights and safety, while those of lesser means struggle. Informative and emotionally charged, "Assaulted: Civil Rights Under Fire" is an eye-opening look at the genesis of the Second Amendment to the Constitution, leading the audience to rethink the issues surrounding gun control, and the effect on civil rights and liberty. After all, what you don't know can kill you.

Unconstitutional: The War On Our Civil Liberties (2004) is a thought-provoking documentary that explores the erosion of civil liberties in the United States. Through powerful interviews and compelling arguments, the film sheds light on the impact of post-9/11 policies on individual freedoms and constitutional rights. It raises critical questions about the balance between national security and personal liberty.

Howard Zinn: You Can't Be Neutral on a Moving Train is a documentary that explores the life and work of historian Howard Zinn. The film delves into Zinn's critical thinking, his views on class conflict and civil liberties, and his moral responsibility to address racial injustice and abuse of power. Through interviews, archival footage, and personal anecdotes, the documentary paints a portrait of a maverick historian who challenged the status quo and inspired others to think critically about the world around them.

Martial Law 9-11: Rise of the Police State is a documentary that explores the events and consequences of the 9/11 attacks, focusing on the rise of the police state. It delves into topics such as government corruption, media manipulation, and the erosion of civil liberties. The film raises questions about the role of the government in shaping post-9/11 policies and the impact on society.

Taking Liberties is a documentary film that delves into the state of civil liberties in Great Britain during the 1990s. It examines the erosion of civil liberties under the British government and its impact on the country's political landscape. The film examines various aspects such as the role of politicians, the British Parliament, and the history of civil liberties in the country. It provides a critical analysis of the state's surveillance, control, and restrictions on individual freedoms.

Slavery by Another Name is a documentary film that explores the continuation of slavery in the United States after the American Civil War. It reveals the various methods used, such as sharecropping and debt peonage, as well as the brutal conditions endured by those affected. The film also delves into the complicity of the legal system and the economic exploitation of labor. Through interviews and historical archives, it sheds light on this dark period of American history.

By observing the technological developments of artificial intelligence in several countries, this film sheds light on the advantages and limits of algorithms and their repercussions on the lives of citizens. Whether at the level of the State, the police, universities, or companies, artificial intelligences should be used as a tool, but very often become a substitute for the work of the individual. There are many abuses: manipulations, addictions, or centralization of power. What can governments and States do to best regulate these technological advances?

Mighty Ira is a compelling documentary that tells the story of Ira Glasser, who dedicated his life to defending civil liberties as the leader of the ACLU. This film offers an intimate look into his journey and the impact he made on the American Civil Liberties Union.

Food shortages during a pandemic force recently widowed George to stray far from home to survive. A simple purchase of rations derails when George stumbles upon a Shopkeeper's secret, placing them in mortal jeopardy.