Movies and TvShows featuring "constitution" theme.

The True Believers is a 1988 Australian mini series which looks at the history of the Australian Labor Party from the end of World War Two up to the Australian Labor Party split of 1955. It was co-written by Bob Ellis who focused on three characters "Chifley, the unlettered man of great dignity; Menzies, who used to stand for something but eventually stood only for Menzies; and Evatt, the grand idealist... It's almost like Shakespeare's Henry IV, Part 1. It's a chunk of national history during Australia's great era of change after the war."

When a medical student falls in love with a prince, she must navigate the challenges of class differences, royal protocols, and a villainess seeking to undermine the royal wedding. Will their love conquer all?

Barefoot Gen 2 (1986) is a drama set in a post-apocalyptic world where a teenager struggles to survive after the devastation of a nuclear holocaust. The story explores themes of loss, resilience, and the consequences of war. The protagonist, Gen, faces the horrors of war aftermath, including starvation, radiation sickness, and the death of loved ones. As he navigates through the ruins of Hiroshima, he encounters homelessness, child abuse, and American war crimes. Despite the hardships, Gen remains determined to rebuild his life and find hope in the midst of despair.

Set during the French Revolution in 18th-century France, One Nation, One King follows the story of King Louis XVI and the struggles of the French population. Poverty, political unrest, and the desire for freedom are explored through various characters and their experiences. The film depicts key events like the storming of the Bastille and the formation of a new constitution.

CONSTITUTION USA, From New York to San Francisco, from Missoula, Montana to Tyler, Texas, Host Peter Sagal visits people across America introducing viewers to some of today’s major constitutional debates : free speech in the digital age, same-sex marriage, voting rights, separation of church and state, presidential power in the post-9/11 world, to name just a few, and the fascinating stories of the people they affect every day. And for each contemporary story, Sagal dives into the history behind it and talks to prominent legal scholars, historians and public figures, finding out what the Constitution says, the dramatic historical events and crises that defined the Constitution, and why all this matters.

Animal Farm is a satirical comedy-drama based on the novel by George Orwell. It tells the story of a group of animals who rebel against their human farmer and establish their own society. However, as time goes on, the pigs, who have taken on leadership roles, become corrupted by power and the farm descends into chaos.

Old Glory is an animated short film that serves as an educational tool, providing a historical lesson on American patriotism and the founding fathers. The story follows a schoolboy who falls asleep during his history lesson and dreams of Uncle Sam, George Washington, Patrick Henry, and other important figures from American history. Through various scenes and interactions, the film highlights key events and principles from the United States' past, such as the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Paul Revere's midnight ride, and the Gettysburg Address. It promotes a sense of national pride and the importance of knowing and upholding the values upon which the country was built.

Hail Satan? is a thought-provoking documentary that delves into the rise of the Satanic Temple and their unique form of political activism. Through interviews and behind-the-scenes footage, the film explores the organization's fight for religious pluralism, freedom of speech, and separation of church and state. It also explores the controversies and misconceptions surrounding Satanism and the movement's efforts to challenge social prejudices and religious fanaticism within society.

Through the testimonies of some Italian women, the documentary evokes the day of 2 June 1946, when they were called upon to cast their vote for the first time. The battles conducted by Italian women in the years leading up to 1946 to demand recognition of the right to vote. The approval of the right to vote for women by the Italian Parliament on 1 February 1945, at the proposal of the Italian Communist Party Secretary Palmiro Togliatti and statesman and founder of the Christian Democratic Party De Gasperi. The role of the first 21 women elected to the Constituent Assembly on 2 June 1946, and their contribution to the writing of the Italian Constitution.

Hosted by Judge Douglas H. Ginsburg, A More or Less Perfect Union features perspectives and interviews from constitutional experts of all stripes - liberal, conservative and libertarian - examining the key issues of liberty: freedom of religion and press, slavery and civil rights, the Second Amendment, separation of powers and more. Constitutional experts, citizens and in dramatic recreations, the Framers themselves--weigh in on the unique document, the rule of law, the three branches of government separated to prevent tyranny, and the debate over originalism versus a living Constitution.

The hapless king of a small European nation must put up with a domineering queen, a daughter who wants to elope with her boyfriend, a peasant revolt and a scheming general.

This docu-drama spans fifteen turbulent years in the political and personal life of Pierre Elliott Trudeau, one of the most enigmatic and polarizing Prime Ministers in Canadian history. The film explores the many facets of his character and his vision for his country which has both inspired and frustrated Canadians.

"Fact-based story about the sexual harassment suit filed by Anita Hill during the appointment trials of Clarence Thomas for the Supreme Court during the George Bush Presidential administration. The film gives both parties a fairly even presentation and does not try to assess blame. It does, however, show a lot of background political maneuvering that took place, particularly on the part of Kenneth Duberstein, an administrative spin doctor."

National identity, social class, inequality. David Olusoga shines a light on our fractured modern society through the lens of the past, exposing the fault lines dividing the UK.

Fiat Empire is a documentary that delves into the history and workings of the Federal Reserve Bank, examining its impact on the U.S. economy. The film explores the creation of the Federal Reserve, its role in the economy, and its relation to government and the financial system. It raises important questions about the central banking system and its influence on economic policies.

Servant of the People: The Story of the Constitution of the United States is a 1937 short directed by Edward Cahn.

The President, an intern and two fiber optics specialists find themselves trapped in the Oval Office after discovering the windows and doors have been rigged to explode.

Looming world government, a world "elite", The United Nations...loss of American sovereignty! The light of our "shining city on the hill" dims. Dissecting America under judgment, Lieutenant General William Boykin and Alex Jones join Charlie Daniels in a primer for the uninitiated on The New World Order with Biblical perspective. The global feudal police state unfolds...We were born for such a time as this!

In 2000 George Bush Jr was voted into the White House thanks in part to the massive voting power of the evangelical religious right. In order to repay them for their support, Bush appointed John Ashcroft in the role of Director General. With his opinions including anti-abortion in all cases, opposition to laws that protect ethnic minorities etc Ashcroft horrified liberals but cheered the religious right. One of Ashcroft's first targets was pornography and, in 2003, the FBI ordered four copies of porn films from the website of Extreme Associates. When the material crossed state lines it became a federal issue and Rob Black (owner of EA) was served with 9 indictments. With Ashcroft's job pretty much dependant on Bush returning to office in 2004, this documentary looks at Black's case and the increasing involvement of the religious right in American politics.

F@ck This Job (2021) is a documentary that explores the high-risk environment of journalism in Russia, focusing on the challenges faced by independent media and the impact of state propaganda. The film delves into topics such as press freedom, censorship, and the safety of journalists. It follows the journey of a television producer as she navigates through the complexities of reporting in a dictatorship, highlighting the idealism, enthusiasm, and realism that come with the job. Faced with cyber-attacks, political protests, and threats to their lives, journalists strive to uphold the principles of journalism and the freedom of the press.