Movies and TvShows featuring "decadence" theme.

Jordan Belfort rises to become a wealthy stockbroker, living a life of indulgence and extravagance. However, his success is marred by crime, corruption, and the federal government's investigation. Based on a true story, this movie portrays the rise and fall of a man consumed by greed and the consequences he faces.

Scarface tells the story of Tony Montana, a Cuban refugee who becomes a powerful and ruthless drug lord in Miami during the 1980s. He builds a cocaine empire but eventually succumbs to his own self-destructive behavior and violent lifestyle.

Mike Judge Presents: Tales From the Tour Bus is an animated music documentary series that provides wild and untold stories of famous musicians and their experiences on tour. With a unique blend of humor and insights, each episode delves into the fascinating world of music and the outrageous adventures that musicians go through while on the road.

In Requiem for a Dream, the lives of four individuals living in Coney Island become entangled as their drug addictions consume them, leading to the destruction of their dreams and sanity.

Lucie, a former captive, seeks revenge against the people who tormented her. With the help of her friend Anna, the two uncover a disturbing underground complex where women are tortured in the pursuit of transcendence. As they become victims themselves, Anna must endure a series of abuses and witness the horrific acts carried out by their captors. Eventually, Anna provides an account of the afterlife, leading to a shocking revelation and tragic consequences.

Caligula follows the rise and fall of Emperor Caligula, who indulges in sadistic and perverse acts of violence and debauchery. The film showcases the decadence and brutality of the Roman Empire, including Caligula's incestuous relationships, sexual violence, and abuse of power.

When Patrizia Reggiani, an outsider from humble beginnings, marries into the Gucci family, her unbridled ambition begins to unravel their legacy and triggers a reckless spiral of betrayal, decadence, revenge, and ultimately...murder. In 1978, Patrizia aggressively pursues Maurizio Gucci despite warnings of her ulterior motives. They marry and Maurizio takes a job at her father's trucking company. Patrizia manipulates Maurizio to gain a controlling interest in Gucci and clashes with his family members. She forms alliances and plots against them, leading to arrests, grand betrayals, and eventually, the murder of Maurizio. The remaining Gucci family members face their own fates as the fashion house is fully acquired by Investcorp and managed successfully into the present.

Bernardo Bertolucci's Oscar-winning dramatisation of the life story of China's last emperor, Pu Yi. The film follows Pu Yi's journey from being the emperor of China at a young age to his eventual downfall and capture as a war criminal. It explores his relationships, his struggles with identity and power, and the changing political landscape of China. This epic and visually stunning film offers a poignant portrayal of one man's life and the historical events that shaped it.

Set in 18th-century France, Dangerous Liaisons tells the story of the manipulative and deceitful Marquise de Merteuil and the handsome Vicomte de Valmont, who engage in a complex game of seduction, betrayal, and revenge. As they pursue their own selfish desires, their actions have devastating consequences for those around them.

Less Than Zero tells the story of a group of friends in Los Angeles who are caught in a destructive lifestyle of drug addiction, hedonism, and decadence. The protagonist, Clay, returns home for Christmas vacation and uncovers the dark secrets and lies of his friends and family. As he navigates through the world of drugs, parties, and betrayal, Clay must confront his own demons and make difficult choices that will determine his future.

La Dolce Vita follows the life of a photographer in Rome as he navigates through a series of parties, encounters with celebrities, and a growing sense of disillusionment with the shallow and materialistic world around him. As he searches for meaning and connection, he grapples with themes of love, death, and the emptiness of fame.

The retelling of France's iconic but ill-fated queen, Marie Antoinette. From her betrothal and marriage to Louis XVI at 14 to her reign as queen at 19 and to the end of her reign as queen, and ultimately the fall of Versailles. Based on the award-winning biography Marie Antoinette: The Journey by British author, Lady Antonia Fraser, Marie Antoinette is a sympathetic account of the private life of the last queen of France before the Revolution.

In Knight of Cups, a writer in Hollywood, Rick, is in search of meaning and purpose as he navigates through a life of excess and temptation. He experiences various encounters and relationships, both fleeting and meaningful, as he tries to find his true self.

Diablo Guardián is a TV show set in Las Vegas, where a young woman named Violetta escapes her life in Mexico and embarks on a journey of decadence and sin. Along the way, she becomes entangled in a dangerous world of prostitution and deceit, encountering femme fatales and experiencing the dark underbelly of the city.

The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie is a surreal and satirical comedy that tells the story of a group of upper-class individuals who repeatedly try to have a dinner together, but are constantly confronted with bizarre and unexpected situations. From dream sequences to encounters with terrorists and military officers, the characters navigate through a series of absurd and humorous scenarios that highlight the contradictions and decadence of the bourgeoisie.

Bruce Robertson, a corrupt cop with bipolar disorder, uses manipulation to try to win back his family and secure a promotion, all while struggling with his own mental health.

In a small town in the American South, the local sheriff becomes determined to capture an escaped prisoner, leading to a manhunt that uncovers deep-seated racism, social commentary and dark secrets. As tensions rise, the sheriff must confront his own prejudices and navigate a web of deceit and violence to bring the fugitive to justice.

Dorian Gray is a young man who lives in London and is granted eternal youth by a portrait. As he indulges in a decadent lifestyle, his portrait reflects the true effects of his actions.

The Leopard follows the story of a Sicilian prince as he navigates the political upheaval and social change of the Italian unification. Set in the 1860s, the prince must confront his own aristocratic decadence and the power takeover happening around him.

Hardcore (1979) is a crime drama movie that follows a private detective who embarks on a search for his missing teenage daughter. His investigation leads him into the underground world of the sex industry, including peep shows, strip clubs, and pornography. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a dark subculture of decadence and corruption, including snuff films and underage sex. With danger lurking at every turn, he must confront his own moral boundaries to find his daughter.