Movies and TvShows featuring "cultural-assimilation" theme.

In the 17th century, an Englishman named John Blackthorne arrives in Japan and finds himself caught up in the politics and power struggles of the time. As he navigates the treacherous world of feudal Japan, he must learn to adapt to the customs and traditions of the samurai and prove himself worthy of the trust of the warlord he serves.

In the year 2009, a giant spaceship crash-lands on Earth, initiating a war between the humans and an alien species. The story follows a young pilot named Hikaru Ichijyo, who gets involved in the conflict after finding a transforming robot called VF-1 Valkyrie. As he joins the crew of the superdimensional fortress Macross, Hikaru must navigate the challenges of wartime and face the perils of love and loss. Amidst the chaos of battle, he discovers the power of music to bridge the gap between species and bring hope for a peaceful future.

Heaven & Earth follows the life of Le Ly Hayslip, a Vietnamese woman who endures the horrors of the Vietnam War and its aftermath. From her childhood in a small village to her journey to Saigon, her experiences are marked by war crimes, domestic violence, and cultural clashes. As she navigates the difficult path of an immigrant, Le Ly finds strength in her relationships and the will to survive.

A Raisin in the Sun follows the Younger family as they face racial prejudice and discrimination while trying to improve their lives in 1950s Chicago. The family's dreams and aspirations clash with the realities of a segregated society, highlighting the challenges and resilience of African-American families during that time.

A young Ugandan-Indian woman living in Mississippi falls in love with an African-American man, sparking tension within their families and the community.

Games of Love and Chance is a heartwarming and humorous film that explores the themes of love, identity, and cultural integration. The story follows a group of teenagers in a Parisian suburb as they navigate through the challenges of relationships, school, and family. When a high school girl and boy from different cultural backgrounds are assigned to work together on a school theater performance, they must confront their differences and learn to embrace each other's unique perspectives. With its witty dialogue, engaging characters, and heartfelt moments, Games of Love and Chance is a delightful exploration of the complexities of teenage romance and the power of love to bridge cultural divides.

Street Scene takes place in a New York City tenement where various residents interact with each other. The story revolves around the Morningside family and their neighbors, as they navigate issues of love, infidelity, gossip, and prejudice. Set during a heatwave, tensions rise and secrets are revealed, leading to tragic consequences.

Iida, an elderly Skolt Sámi woman who has abandoned her past under the pressures of assimilation, embarks on a captivating journey across three different historical eras. Through her story, 'Je'vida' delves deep into the post-war period, shedding light on the fate of Finland's Indigenous peoples. The film meticulously weaves a narrative that explores the impact of forced assimilation and the struggles faced by the Skolt Sámi community. It offers a compelling examination of their history and challenges, leaving an indelible mark on the viewer's understanding of the past.%s

An offbeat, irreverent musical documentary that tells the story of a group of Jewish songwriters, including Irving Berlin, Mel Tormé, Jay Livingston, Ray Evans, Gloria Shayne Baker and Johnny Marks, who wrote the soundtrack to Christianity’s most musical holiday. It’s an amazing tale of immigrant outsiders who became irreplaceable players in pop culture’s mainstream – a generation of songwriters who found in Christmas the perfect holiday in which to imagine a better world, and for at least one day a year, make us believe.

Tibet: Cry of the Snow Lion is a documentary that exposes the brutal political persecution and cultural genocide inflicted upon Tibet by the Chinese government. It delves into the history of Tibet's resistance movement, the invasion and military occupation by China, the suffering of the Tibetan people, and the ongoing struggle for independence and human rights. The film highlights the immense bravery of Tibetans, including religious leaders and monks, who have faced torture, self-immolation, and other forms of oppression in their fight for freedom.

A director of a television series on the history of cinema, who has been grappling with the screenplay of his first feature film, receives an assignment to oversee the installation of a television relay station in a remote region of Zahedan province. He has already hired Turkmen tribespeople for his film and selected his filming location. Meanwhile his wife, who is working on her Ph.D. dissertation about the Mongol invasion of Iran, attempts to dissuade him from accepting the assignment. One night, while working on his history of the cinema series, the director fantasizes a diegetic world that consists of clever juxtapositions of his different worlds: the history of cinema, the history of the mongol invasion, his own film idea and his imminent assignment to the desert.

In the 17th century, a Native American tribe's peaceful existence is disrupted by the arrival of European colonizers. A student and teacher clash over cultural assimilation, while a missionary aims to convert the tribe. Amidst the conflict, a wolf is killed and tensions escalate, leading to a tragic murder and the threat of cultural genocide.

After her mother's death, Eula is forced to leave home and travel with a stranger into a world far more dangerous than she ever imagined. Stars Kelly Nixon & Aleph Ayin.

Lights is an animated film set in ancient Greece during the Festival of Lights. It tells the story of a Jewish community who must battle against foreign occupation and cultural assimilation. With the help of the ancient Greek army, they fight for their liberation and celebrate the holiday of Hanukkah. The movie explores themes of history, Jewish mythology, and the struggle for identity.

This inspiring documentary film takes us on a journey into the world of language and the crucial role it plays in the lives of newly arrived refugees in Australia. This heart-warming film tells of their experiences, from trauma endured as they fled their war-torn countries, to their search for safety and a better life in Australia.

Shogun is a story set in feudal Japan, where a foreigner named John Blackthorne becomes a powerful warlord after being shipwrecked. He must navigate the intricate power dynamics, engage in sword duels, and learn the ways of the samurai. Along the way, he encounters romance, political intrigue, and battles as he tries to establish his position in a foreign land.