Movies and TvShows featuring "cronyism" theme.

Lily Powers, a young woman from a small town, uses her beauty and charm to manipulate men in order to climb the social ladder. Starting as a secretary, Lily seduces her way to the top, becoming a mistress and using her newfound power to exact revenge on those who wronged her.

Hands over the City (1963) tells the story of a politician and real estate developer's mayoral campaign, filled with corruption and scandal. The film explores the themes of cronyism, deception, and the effects of unethical political practices on a city. Set in 1960s Italy, it exposes the realities of the construction business and the manipulation of public opinion for personal gain. As tensions rise, a cover-up involving a fake accident is revealed, exposing the greed and lies at the heart of the developer's plans. The plot revolves around the struggle between the working class and powerful businessmen, with the city council and government becoming entangled in the web of politics and power.

Follow the scandals and lifestyle of Hunter Biden, son of US President Joe Biden, in this fictional retelling. Hunter's parties are filled with cash, sex, and drugs, but he starts questioning his relationships and actions. The plot also revolves around a laptop that Hunter abandoned at a computer repair store, and the efforts to create cover stories in the media. The movie portrays the criminal actions of Biden associates and his business deals with Chinese leaders. It ends with the release of recordings that force a criminal investigation and impact the 2020 election.

Shadow World is a gripping documentary that delves into the hidden world of global politics and exposes the dangerous web of corruption, state crimes, and arms dealing. Through shocking archive footage and interviews with experts, it reveals the staggering extent of military contractor influence, political corruption, and the devastating consequences of perpetual war.

Billy Jack, a Native American man, is released from jail and finds himself facing corruption, exploitation, and political suppression. He embarks on a mission to fight for justice and freedom, all while battling against the forces of the establishment. With the help of his friends and allies, Billy Jack takes a stand against the injustices that plague his community, using his martial arts skills and unwavering determination to fight for what is right.

In an idyllic suburban neighborhood, Jerry runs his big business lemonade stand and has the market cornered, until ten-year-old Addie opens her own stand across the street. Competition equals war, and both sides use (and abuse) a government regulator to try and win. In the end, one special customer will decide their fate.

Containing rare footage and recorded conversations, this documentary about "the plunder of a nation" hosted by ABS-CBN's Angelo Castro, Jr. looks into "the inhuman manner in which Marcos and his henchmen systematically drained the economy in their greedy and unrelenting quest for fortune.

A documentary about the difficult life of the filmmakers, their experiences and disagreements.