Movies and TvShows featuring "democratic-national-convention" theme.

In 1968, during the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, massive protests against the Vietnam War occurred. After a curfew was imposed, the protests escalated into a police riot. Seven demonstrators, including Abbie Hoffman, Jerry Rubin, Bobby Seale, and others, were charged with conspiracy. The story revolves around their trial and the events leading up to it.

Tanner '88 is a satirical comedy TV mini-series that follows the fictional Democratic Party presidential campaign of former Michigan U.S. representative Jack Tanner in the year 1988. The series is a mockumentary-style depiction of Tanner's campaign, filled with satire and humor. It explores the inner workings of the campaign, the challenges and politics involved, and includes multiple cameo appearances from real-life politicians. The show provides a satirical commentary on the U.S. political system and the election process.

Chicago 10 is an animated documentary about the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago and the trial of the activists known as the Chicago Seven. The film combines archival footage, animation, and reenactments to explore the events and the political and social climate of the time. The movie sheds light on the protests, clashes with the police, and the subsequent trial that captivated the nation.

Sixteen years ago, Jack Tanner's bid for the White House ended at the 1988 Democratic convention. Now the former congressman is the subject of a documentary film directed by his daughter Alex focusing on the toll paid by failed contenders.

Utitlising humour, fantasy, animation, poetry and theatrics, Hochman and her crew challenge the male establishment for ignoring the first meeting of the National Women's Political Caucus and Shirley Chisholm's bid for US vice-president.

The Youth International Party, whose members were commonly called Yippies, was a radically youth-oriented and countercultural revolutionary group opposed to war and the status quo of American culture. Known for using theatrics and humor to advocate social change, several Yippies were notably on trial as the Chicago 7. Primarily consisting of footage from the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago which sparked massive demonstrations that were met by violence and hysteria caused by the police. This film also includes found newsreel footage as well as Pigasus - the pig the Yippies advanced as a candidate for President of the United States.

A documentary film showcasing the personal home movies of the Kennedy family during their time in the White House and beyond, offering a unique glimpse into their lives and the political landscape of the era.

An archival documentary about the U.S. military’s response to the political and racial injustices of the late 1960s: take a military base, build a mock inner-city set, cast soldiers to play rioters, burn the place down, and film it all.

After Stonewall is a documentary that explores the historical events and milestones of the LGBTQ+ rights movement following the Stonewall Riots, including the formation of advocacy groups, the fight for equal rights, and the impact of the AIDS crisis.

Last Party 2000 is a documentary that provides an inside look into the 2000 US presidential election and explores the various issues and controversies surrounding it. It delves into topics such as homelessness, gun control, political conventions, and the two-party system, highlighting the challenges faced by the American democracy. The film also sheds light on voter apathy, campaign strategies, and the impact of various interest groups on the electoral process. With interviews and behind-the-scenes footage, Last Party 2000 offers a comprehensive examination of the political landscape during that critical time.

AMERICAN REVOLUTION 2 includes footage of the 1968 Democratic Convention protest and riot, a critique of events by working class African-Americans in Chicago, and attempts by the Black Panther Party to organize poor, southern white youths.

A dramatic look at the inner workings of the Kennedy administration.

This special commemorative program spans the life of Barack Obama, from his early childhood to his historic election as the 44th president of the United States. Go inside his unprecedented campaign. Discover how he overcame adversity on the road to the White House. See him inspire people around he world with his message of change.

Join us as we follow Barack Obama on his historic journey to the Democratic nomination and the American Presidency. We will take you to his first triumph in the Iowa Caucuses through pivotal primary campaign moments to his game-changing nomination as the Democratic Party s candidate for President of the United States. Then relive the dramatic to and fro of the Presidential and Vice Presidential Debates as the national opinion polls mimicked the action. And finally, join the crowd at Grant Park in Chicago to watch Barack Obama announce his breathtaking election victory to become Commander-in-Chief of the most powerful nation in the world.

No politician, woman or man, has been as frequently attacked as Hillary Clinton. In her 40-year career, both right-wing and liberal media have been critical of her, passing on even the cheapest slander. This film focuses on her campaign to reach the Oval Office in 2016. It draws an intimate portrait that reminds us of the remarkable journey traveled by this remarkable woman.

2020: The Dumpster Fire is a thought-provoking documentary that dives deep into the tumultuous events and challenges faced by the world in the year 2020. From the global pandemic to political turmoil and social unrest, this film examines the unique circumstances that created a 'dumpster fire' of a year.

This documentary provides an in-depth examination of protest activities surrounding the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. It documents draft resistance, the growth of G.I. coffee houses, the development of alternative media and the early days of Newsreel itself. It is particularly useful in its exploration of the problems the movement faced in using mainstream media to broadcast its message. It is also a document of the philosophies, tactics, and problems of the student movement in the crucial year of 1968. It is most useful when background information can also be provided.

Obama: All Access offers a unique, behind-the-scenes look at the life and career of President Barack Obama.