Movies and TvShows featuring "detention-center" theme.
Police captain Pavel Semyonov serves in one of the residential areas of St. Petersburg. Pavel is used to breaking up drunken fights and entering drug dens alone to make another arrest. He knows that if he thinks and argues, he will simply be killed. And he is used to first acting, and then sorting it out, because he really wants to stay alive, because his wife Yulia and son Sasha are waiting for him at home. Risking his life, he saves the daughter of a businessman. In gratitude, Latyshev, the girl's father, facilitates the transfer of Pavel to Nevsky Prospekt, to the very center of the big city, where it is prestigious and profitable to serve ... And soon Pavel begins to suspect that his transfer to the Central District was carried out by Latyshev with some far-reaching plans. And when Pavel goes on the trail of a mysterious killer named Rafael, everything is completely confused. But in a difficult situation, Pavel can always rely on his friends from the sleeping area
A boy, who was abused by his violent father, finds solace and protection from his dogs. However, the trauma leads him to a dangerous path of murderous madness as he lives on the fringes of society.
Alex, an assassin-for-hire with early-onset Alzheimer's, refuses to kill a man and a child, becoming a target himself. He uncovers evidence of a sex trafficking operation and teams up with an FBI agent to take down a dangerous criminal organization.
In the quiet town of Centerville, the dead begin to rise from their graves due to polar fracking, causing chaos and terror for the residents. As the zombies feast on the living, the town's police force, including a police officer named Ronnie, try to protect the remaining survivors and find a way to stop the zombie apocalypse.
Rendition is a political thriller that follows a CIA analyst who becomes involved in a case of extraordinary rendition. When an Egyptian man disappears on a flight from South Africa to Washington DC, his pregnant American wife starts an investigation to uncover the truth. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that the US government and intelligence agencies are involved in a web of deception and brutality. The film explores themes such as terrorism, torture, politics, and the ethics of government actions.
Pixote is a 1980 movie set in São Paulo, Brazil, where a 10-year-old boy gets caught up in a life of crime and violence. He experiences the harsh realities of being homeless, abused, and forced into prostitution. The movie portrays the corrupt and brutal world he finds himself in, highlighting the struggles and dangers faced by underprivileged children.
A businessman searches for his missing father in Chile during the aftermath of a military coup.
The Visitor follows the story of a lonely university professor who finds a new sense of purpose when he befriends a Syrian immigrant and his family. After a wrongful arrest, Walter meets Tarek, a young immigrant and former drummer, and his mother Zainab, a jewelry-maker. As Walter gets to know the family, he discovers their struggles and helps them navigate the challenges of living in a new country. Through their friendship, the characters find hope, connection, and a renewed sense of identity.
Wasteland is a TV show set in a rural Czech village, where a police investigator must confront his traumatic past while investigating a series of crimes. The protagonist, a socially outcast police officer, is also dealing with the loss of his daughter and the deteriorating state of his marriage. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a web of corruption, violence, and dysfunction within the community.
Scum is a 1991 British crime drama TV movie that depicts the brutal and harsh realities of life inside a British borstal. The story follows the experiences of a young teenage boy named Carlin, who navigates the violent and corrupt world of the detention center. Carlin faces various challenges, including dealing with racism, violence, and the abuse of power by both fellow inmates and staff members. The movie delves into themes of juvenile delinquency, corruption, and the struggle for survival in a harsh and unforgiving environment.
Xenia follows the journey of a 16-year-old gay teenager, Dany, as he navigates life in Greece after the death of his mother. Alongside his older brother, Odysseas, they search for their missing father and face various challenges such as homophobia, xenophobia, and the struggle to find their place in society. Through their hardships, they form a bond and discover the power of acceptance and love.
In 'The Jammed,' a woman's daughter goes missing and she begins a desperate search to find her. Along the way, she uncovers a sex trafficking operation in Melbourne, Australia. As she delves deeper into the dangerous underworld, she discovers the shocking extent of the crimes being committed. With the threat of deportation looming and her daughter's life in danger, she must navigate through a web of lies and betrayal to bring the culprits to justice.
When a 14-year-old boy and his mother escape political scandal in Byelorussia to immigrate to Belgium, they find themselves caught in a deportation nightmare. With forged papers and a hidden identity, they must navigate the brutal realities of detention centers, police violence, and the constant fear of discovery. As they try to survive and find freedom, their bond as a mother-son duo is put to the ultimate test.
Walking Across Egypt tells the story of Mattie Rigsbee, an elderly widow who forms a bond with a juvenile delinquent named Wesley. Together, they navigate through the challenges of life while discovering the true meaning of family and friendship.
16-year-old juvenile offender Ji-gu reunites with his young mom who he thought was dead, and the two try to make up for their time lost.
A portrait of Rita, who claims that her mother was never a mother for her. Rita gives birth to her own five children and forces her mother to take the role of a mother.
A wholesome girl believes her new racehorse, October, is the reincarnation of her favorite uncle, Willie.
Picco is a haunting portrayal of life inside a youth prison, exploring themes of violence, isolation, and social dynamics.
Which Way Home is a documentary that follows the journey of child migrants in Mexico as they face numerous challenges and obstacles while hoping to reach the United States. The film explores the themes of courage, disappointment, sorrow, and the trauma experienced by these unaccompanied minors.
In 'The Chain Gang,' a group of prisoners, including Mickey Mouse and Pegleg Pete, are working on a chain gang. They attempt to escape from prison using a pickaxe and a harmonica. Despite their efforts, they are pursued by a guard dog and eventually caught. The film includes comedic scenes of snoring, singing, shooting, and falling into water and mud.