Movies and TvShows featuring "civil-unrest" theme.

In the 19th century, Amsterdam Vallon returns to New York City's Five Points seeking revenge against Bill the Butcher, who killed his father. He infiltrates Bill's inner circle and plans to kill him during a ceremony. Along the way, Amsterdam discovers a complicated love triangle and becomes involved in a criminal empire. Eventually, he confronts Bill and ends up exacting his revenge, but at a great cost. The movie explores themes of violence, corruption, and the struggle for power in a tumultuous time in American history.

In a world where superheroes are treated as outlaws, a detective uncovers a conspiracy involving a terrorist organization and a plot to unleash chaos. This TV show explores themes of racism, vigilantism, and alternate history.

In 'Hunt (2022)', the International and Domestic Units of the Korean Spy Agency must work together to expose Donglim, a deeply embedded North Korean spy within their organization.

In the near future, an engineer and a special ops unit uncover a deadly threat in a war-ravaged European city. As they fight against supernatural beings with the ability to turn invisible, the team must find a way to stop them before they cause mass destruction.

Comedy-drama about the lives of journalists in war zones.

In the year 1999, as the new millennium approaches, a former cop turned street hustler gets involved in a dangerous conspiracy while exploring virtual reality experiences that allow people to relive their memories. As he becomes entangled in a murder case and encounters police brutality, he must navigate a world of corruption, civil unrest, and personal demons.

I Am Not Your Negro is a documentary that delves into the history of racism and civil rights in America. It explores the themes of civil unrest, social commentary, racial oppression, and political repression. The film showcases the perspectives of prominent African-American figures like Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X, and highlights the ongoing struggle for equality and justice.

Zabriskie Point is a drama that explores themes of counterculture, disillusionment, and social unrest in 1970s America. The story follows a college student who becomes involved with a group of hippies and finds himself on a road trip that leads to chaos and tragedy. Along the way, he encounters themes of nonconformity, protest, and the clash between the establishment and the counterculture movement. The movie also explores themes of love, sex, and freedom, as well as the destructive power of corporate greed and police brutality. Zabriskie Point is regarded as a cult classic and an experimental film that captures the spirit of the era.

In this political-thriller, an American journalist mistakenly gets involved in a dangerous political intrigue in Italy during the 1970s. As he tries to navigate the treacherous world of left-wing terrorism, assassination plots, and bank robberies, he becomes entangled with a femme fatale and finds himself in a web of suspense and violence.

Dear Comrades! tells the story of a communist party member whose life is turned upside down when she witnesses the brutal crackdown on protestors in 1962. As the government tries to cover up the event, she embarks on a personal mission to find her missing daughter amidst the chaos and political unrest.

Let It Fall: Los Angeles 1982-1992 is a documentary that explores the series of events in Los Angeles during the years 1982 to 1992, including the Los Angeles riots, racism, police brutality, and the criminal justice system.

In the early 20th century, Michael Collins leads the Irish independence movement against British colonialism, engaging in political assassinations and guerrilla warfare. He becomes a key figure in the Irish Civil War, ultimately sacrificing his life for the cause.

In the midst of the May 1968 revolution in France, a wealthy family gathers at their countryside mansion and gets caught up in various comedic and political antics.

Even the Rain is a movie about a film crew that arrives in Bolivia to shoot a movie about Christopher Columbus. As they begin filming, they get caught up in a water protest led by the local indigenous people. The crew finds themselves facing many challenges and moral dilemmas as they witness the ongoing struggle for clean water and the clash between the local population and the government.

A documentary exploring the life and career of the influential journalist and author, Dr. Hunter S. Thompson, known for his wild adventures, drug use, and unique writing style.

LA 92 is a documentary film that explores the events leading up to and during the 1992 Los Angeles riots. It delves into issues of police brutality, racism, and the social and economic tensions that fueled the unrest. The film uses archival footage and interviews to provide a powerful account of the riots and the underlying causes.

Whilst the first shots ring out between pro-Russian government forces and members of the opposition in the winter of 2013, young Nina leaves Crimea. She was raped by a corrupt policeman, her friend was killed, and now she seeks refuge with the protesters on Maidan Square. Revolutionary chaos prevails, and it‘s not at all clear who remains loyal to whom and which means can be regarded as legitimate in the struggle for freedom. Ultimately Nina and her tormentors come face to face again and the spiral of violence is stepped up a further notch. The film was shot to a genuine backdrop, the result of which is a multifaceted allegory on the tragedy currently playing out in the Ukraine.

A journalist reports on the social movement and political debate during the Paris Commune of 1871, highlighting the suppression, massacre, and brutality faced by the working class.

Out of It is a comedy adventure set in 1960s France, revolving around a series of mishaps and misunderstandings. The story follows a group of characters who become entangled in a web of chaos after a stolen truck, a case of mistaken identity, and a gold smuggling operation. With a backdrop of social and political unrest, the characters find themselves on the run, trying to escape the authorities while navigating through various comedic and adventurous situations.

In the 1870s, a gunfighter named Wyatt Earp arrives in Wichita, Kansas, and becomes the town marshal. He takes on the task of bringing law and order to the town, which is plagued by cattleman and outlaws. With the help of his friend, Bat Masterson, and the support of the townspeople, Earp fights against corruption and moral issues, ultimately ensuring justice prevails in the Wild West.