Movies and TvShows featuring "deindustrialization" theme.

Capitalism: A Love Story is a documentary film that examines the influence of capitalism on American society. It explores issues such as economic inequality, corporate malfeasance, and the global economic crisis of 2008. The film also delves into the concept of the American Dream and the ways in which it has been undermined by corporate greed and corruption. Through interviews, archival footage, and personal stories, it presents a critical perspective on the impact of capitalism on the lives of everyday Americans.

Roger & Me is a comedic documentary that explores the devastating effects of corporate downsizing on the working class in Flint, Michigan. The film follows filmmaker Michael Moore as he sets out on a quest to confront Roger Smith, the Chairman of General Motors, about the company's decision to close several plants in Flint, leading to widespread unemployment and poverty. Moore's pursuit of Smith is met with excuses, disappointment, and a stark reminder of the stark class differences in American society.

Detropia is a documentary film that explores the economic decline and urban decay of Detroit, focusing on the lives of its residents and the impact of deindustrialization on the city. It follows various individuals, including artists, protesters, workers, and business owners, as they navigate the challenges of unemployment, corporate downsizing, and civic pride. The film captures the stark contrast between the city's past as a thriving industrial center and its present state of economic crisis.

Laboratory Greece (2019) is a documentary that delves into the global economic and political crisis engulfing Greece. It highlights the effects of neoliberal policies, financial mismanagement, and social issues such as unemployment and poverty. Through interviews and in-depth analysis, the film offers a critical perspective on the Greek crisis and its ramifications on the European Union and the world.

The Pruitt-Igoe Myth (2011) is a documentary film that tells the story of the Pruitt-Igoe housing development in St. Louis, Missouri. It examines the factors that contributed to its decline, such as deindustrialization, structural racism, and urban planning. The film sheds light on the impact of public policy and business interests on the lives of the residents, and explores the themes of poverty, segregation, and displacement.

Bill Moyers takes a piercing look at how global economic changes are destroying the lives and livelihoods of hardworking Americans. The documentary follows several individuals and their families in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, as they fight to make ends meet in the “new economy.” In sheer numbers, more jobs were created than lost in America during the last decade, but a look behind those numbers reveals a shortage of jobs that pay enough to support a family. The program intimately portrays the lives of workers and their families as they struggle to make it in today’s job market.

The inside story of the last days of a General Motors plant in Moraine, Ohio, as lived by the people who worked the line.

This documentary delves into the world of astroturfing, where corporations and interest groups create artificial grassroots movements to push their own agendas. It explores the tactics of intimidation, disinformation, and manipulation used by these groups, with a focus on the influence of corporate lobbying and the impact on democracy and freedom of speech.