Movies and TvShows featuring "confronting-abuser" theme.

Bad Education (2004) is a gripping and intense drama set in a Catholic boarding school in Madrid, Spain. The film explores themes of sexual identity, drug abuse, childhood trauma, and the corruption within the Catholic Church. The story follows an investigative journalist who uncovers a scandal involving a pedophile priest and his past relationships with the students. As the journalist delves deeper, he confronts his own personal demons and the dark secrets of the school. This thought-provoking film paints a disturbing picture of power, abuse, and the consequences of remaining silent.

In an unnamed country that resembles Chile, Paulina Escobar lives with her husband Gerardo Escobar and a doctor named Miranda. One day, Dr. Miranda brings home a stranger, claiming that he had a flat tire. Paulina and Gerardo recognize him as the man who had held Paulina captive and raped her repeatedly when she was blindfolded and bound as a prisoner of war during a politically charged time in her country's history. Paulina takes him captive to find out the truth about what happened to her while Gerardo tries to question and reason with her.

Una, a woman in England, attends her neighbor's criminal trial where she confronts him about their past sexual relationship when she was only thirteen. The story is told through flashbacks, revealing the impact of the traumatic event on Una's life. As she digs into her past and seeks closure, she pretends to be the man's daughter, leading to a dual-timeline narrative. The movie explores themes of psychological drama, sexual abuse, pedophilia, and teenage female sexuality.

By the Grace of God tells the story of three adult men who band together to expose the French Catholic Church's history of covering up cases of abuse by a priest. The emotional journey of the survivors and their fight for justice is portrayed with empathy and authenticity.

Mea Maxima Culpa: Silence in the House of God is a powerful documentary that delves into the widespread sexual abuse of children within the Catholic Church. The film follows the story of four deaf men who were molested by a priest in a school for the deaf in the 1960s. As they attempt to confront their abuser and seek justice, they uncover a vast web of corruption and secrecy within the institution. Through interviews, reenactments, and archival footage, the film sheds light on the traumatic experiences of the victims and the cover-up orchestrated by the Church.

An Open Secret is an investigative documentary that reveals the dark reality of child sexual abuse in the entertainment industry. It exposes the systemic abuse of young actors and actresses, highlighting the challenges they face in Hollywood. The film delves into the stories of several victims and their struggles to confront their abusers. It also sheds light on the role of influential figures in the movie industry who enable and protect predators. Through interviews and personal accounts, An Open Secret uncovers the disturbing truth and aims to raise awareness about the pervasive issue of child sexual abuse in Hollywood.

Thirteen Women is a crime, drama, horror, and mystery movie released in 1932. The story revolves around thirteen women who receive a prediction of their deaths from a vengeful swami. As each woman faces tragic events, a police detective tries to unravel the mystery and prevent further killings.

Tell No One is a documentary that uncovers the dark truth of sexual abuse and pedophilia within the Catholic Church in Poland. It reveals the conspiracy of silence and the devastating impact on the victims. Through interviews and heartbreaking stories, the film confronts the abusers and sheds light on the traumatic childhood experiences of the survivors.

In '90 Feet from Home,' a baseball player must confront his abusive stepfather. The movie is based on a true story and explores themes of revenge and physical abuse.

A woman named Angela Shelton embarks on a road trip to confront the men who sexually abused her in her childhood. Through interviews and personal stories, she sheds light on the widespread issue of sexual abuse and advocates for victims' rights.