Movies and TvShows featuring "death-of-teacher" theme.

Fist of Fury (1972) is a classic martial arts film in which a Chinese martial artist named Chen Zhen seeks revenge for the death of his teacher, who was killed by Japanese fighters. Chen Zhen, played by Bruce Lee, is determined to avenge his teacher's death and restore honor to his martial arts school. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and engages in intense fight scenes, showcasing his exceptional kung fu skills.

Carrie White, a shy, friendless teenage girl who is sheltered by her domineering, religious mother, unleashes her telekinetic powers after being humiliated by her classmates at her senior prom. The film follows Carrie as she navigates her tumultuous relationship with her mother, deals with bullying at school, and ultimately seeks revenge on those who have wronged her. The plot explores themes of isolation, power, and the consequences of cruelty.

After the suicide of their teacher, a classroom of students in Montreal must learn to cope with the loss and trauma. Monsieur Lazhar, an Algerian immigrant, steps in as a substitute teacher and helps the students through their healing process. As he becomes invested in their lives, Lazhar also confronts his own tragic past.

Dragon Fist is a martial arts movie set in China. The protagonist seeks revenge after the death of his teacher and goes on a mission to track down and defeat the person responsible. The story is filled with stylized violence and showcases the protagonist's martial arts skills.

In 1870s Denmark, a widower and his young son emigrate to Sweden in hope of a better life. However, they must face poverty, discrimination, and the harsh realities of working-class life. As they struggle to adapt and overcome their circumstances, the bond between the father and son grows stronger.

My Golden Days is a movie set in the 1980s that follows the life of Paul Dédalus, a middle-aged anthropologist, reminiscing about his teenage years and the formative events that shaped his adult life. The story revolves around his relationship with Esther, an elusive and wild woman, and their tumultuous romance. As Paul reflects on his past, he grapples with themes of identity, obsession, and the fleeting nature of youth. The movie explores the complexities of love, the lasting impact of our actions, and the bittersweet nostalgia that comes with the passage of time.

Sarafina! is a powerful musical drama that takes place in South Africa during the apartheid era. It tells the story of Sarafina, a young teenager who becomes involved in the struggle against oppression and injustice. Along with her classmates and teacher, they navigate through the challenges of living in a divided society and fight for their freedom.

American-born Anna Vorontosov teaches school in a remote, primitive section of northern New Zealand. Her experimental teaching methods have won her the love and affection of her pupils and their parents and the admiration of the unhappily married school inspector, Abercrombie. Her personal life, however, is less secure; frightened of love and sexually inhibited, she has always been aloof with men. Eager to break down this barrier is Englishman Paul Lathrope, a somewhat irrational and immature fellow teacher who aspires to be a singer. Though Anna is attracted to him, she refuses to submit to his advances.

In What Goes Up (2009), a high school reporter travels to a small town in New Hampshire to investigate the mysterious death of a beloved teacher. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers dark secrets and unexpected connections. Amidst the drama, he forms unlikely friendships and learns valuable life lessons.

In 'The Falcon and the Co-Eds', a famous actress is found dead under suspicious circumstances, and detective Tom Lawrence must uncover the truth. As he investigates, he becomes entangled in a web of secrets, love triangles, and premonitions. With the help of his trusty sidekick, he navigates a world of betrayal and intrigue to catch the killer.

Scaffolding tells the story of a young construction worker named Asher and his tumultuous relationship with his abusive father. When Asher's poetry teacher unexpectedly dies, he is forced to confront his own personal demons and redefine his understanding of masculinity and fatherhood. The scaffolding that surrounds Asher's life serves as a metaphor for the challenges he faces in navigating his complex family dynamics and coming-of-age.

Secret Men's Business explores the relationships and issues of 4 school-friends reunited after the death of a beloved school teacher. During a weekend of sun, surf, girls, wives and late night reminiscing, the friends begin to deal with certain truths which have been ignored for some time. As relationships and issues are explored, the friends face their own personal challenges amidst a contempt bourne out of familiarity.

A guidance counselor at a Toronto high school, who is struggling with his own personal issues, decides to use unconventional methods to help his students. As he navigates through the challenges of his own life and tries to save others from making the same mistakes, he discovers the importance of acceptance and self-discovery.

Naples, 1959. Pure Mathematics professor Renato Caccioppoli, Bakunin's grandson, is a tortured soul. Recently discharged from the psychiatric hospital, left by his wife, and increasingly disillusioned with academia and the Communist Party, he lives his last days with painful detachment.

After fathering a child, Maharaj Bahadur Singh marries and starts a family. One of his sons grows up to usurp him, the other to be Zorro.

Director Victor Kossakovsky dedicated his documentary debut to the Russian philosopher and religious thinker Alexey Fedorovich Losev (1893-1988), who died shortly after the completion of the film.