Movies and TvShows featuring "downsizing" theme.
Junior employees Seth Bregman and Peter Sullivan, along with senior trader Will Emerson, witness mass layoffs at their investment bank. Peter receives a USB drive from a fired employee containing important information about the firm's risk. They discover that the firm is at risk of bankruptcy due to overleverage and excessive trading. Throughout the night, the employees attend meetings with executives and devise a plan to sell off toxic assets. The CEO's plan will spread the risk and destroy the firm's relationships. Eventually, the employees achieve a benchmark to receive large bonuses but face the consequences of their actions. The CEO offers Rogers a future opportunity, and the film ends with Rogers burying his dog.
The Office is a hilarious mockumentary comedy series that documents the everyday lives of office employees at Wernham Hogg, a paper company in Slough, England. The show explores the dynamics and interactions between the employees, as well as the awkward and cringe-worthy situations they find themselves in. The main focus is on the bumbling and inept manager, David Brent, who constantly seeks attention and tries to be everyone's friend, often leading to disastrous consequences. The series also delves into office romances, downsizing, and the struggles of the employees to navigate through their daily work lives. The Office is known for its dry wit, sharp humor, and relatable characters.
In Office Space, three dissatisfied workers decide to rebel against their greedy boss. Peter, Michael, and Samir endure a mundane office life filled with frustrating commutes, tiresome coworkers, and an inane boss. They form a plan to steal money from the company, which leads to unexpected consequences. Along the way, Peter finds love with Joanna and realizes the importance of finding happiness in life. The film explores themes of corporate dissatisfaction and the desire for personal fulfillment.
Ryan Bingham, a frequent traveler who fires people for a living, confronts the possibility of love and a new business model that threatens his lifestyle.
The Company Men follows the lives of several executives who are laid off during a corporate downsizing. As they struggle to find new jobs and come to terms with their new reality, they face financial and emotional hardships that test their relationships and their own sense of self-worth. The film explores themes of corporate greed, job insecurity, and the impact of economic downturns on individuals and their families.
When Paul Safranek realizes that he would have a better life if he were to shrink himself to five inches tall, he decides to undergo the downsizing procedure. He and his wife Audrey move to Leisureland, a community for small people, where everything is cheaper. However, after Audrey backs out of the procedure, Paul is left alone and depressed. He meets Ngoc Lan Tran, a Vietnamese activist who had been shrunken against her will. Paul helps Ngoc Lan and becomes involved in her work in the slums, ultimately choosing to stay with her rather than enter a vault that will preserve humanity.
Lucy Hill is a high-powered executive working in Miami who is sent to a small-town in Minnesota to oversee the restructuring of a manufacturing plant. As she adapts to the cold and slower-paced lifestyle, Lucy finds unexpected friendships and romance in the community.
Research, restore and ready for sale! Bargain Hunt's Christina Trevanion and The Repair Shop's Will Kirk help families turn unwanted items into winning lots.
Waking Sleeping Beauty is a documentary film that explores the dramatic and inspiring story of the revival of Disney Animation Studios in the 1980s. The film delves into the internal struggles, artistic accomplishments, and corporate politics that shaped the studio during this time of renewal. It showcases the talents and contributions of key individuals, as well as the challenges they faced, including the AIDS crisis and the death of a coworker. Through a combination of interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and archival material, Waking Sleeping Beauty provides a compelling insight into the triumphs and tribulations of the creative process in the animation industry.
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.
Spotswood is a comedy-drama set in 1960s Australia. The film follows the story of an aspiring fashion model who becomes involved in a romantic rivalry and labor unrest at a factory where the owner is planning to downsize. The protagonist, a factory worker, finds himself in a fish-out-of-water situation as he tries to navigate the world of big business. The film explores themes of family relationships, culture clash, and the challenges faced by blue-collar workers in a changing world. Spotswood offers social commentary and satirical parody while providing an entertaining and heartwarming story.
The Snows of Kilimanjaro is a drama film about a man who reflects on his life and his choices while on a safari in Africa. The movie explores themes of justice, poverty, and the impact of a traumatic event on the protagonist's life. It also delves into the relationships between mothers and their children, highlighting the absence, selfishness, and generosity of mothers. The main character, a welder who loses his job due to downsizing, struggles with unemployment and the challenges of finding meaning in his life. The film also touches upon trade unions, early retirement, robbery, and solidarity.
The Big One is a comedy documentary that follows filmmaker Michael Moore as he travels across the United States, exploring the impact of economic inequality and corporate greed. Through interviews and behind-the-scenes footage, Moore exposes the realities of downsizing, unemployment, and the struggle of working-class Americans. Along the way, he encounters various social issues and protests, highlighting the need for social activism and change.
After losing her job, a woman accidentally receives a package filled with money and becomes entangled in a dangerous chain of events, including murder and deception.
A man named Salman takes a job as a mascot for a struggling corporation, wearing a blue costume called Kabluey. He becomes a superhero-like figure in his small town, using his costume to save the day and bring joy to others. Along the way, he deals with the challenges of downsizing, a cheating wife, and the effects of the Iraq War on his military family. Through his experiences, Salman undergoes an inner awakening and discovers his secret identity as a hero.
Startup.com is a documentary about the rise and fall of a startup company during the dot-com bubble. It follows the friendship of two childhood friends who become business partners and embark on a journey to create their own internet company. As they navigate the challenges of building a business, they encounter issues with venture capital, industrial espionage, and greed. The film also explores themes of coming-of-age and the capitalism-driven world of business.
Forest Giant follows the story of a factory worker who navigates through personal struggles, alcoholism, and the changing times in a small town in Finland from the 1980s to the 2010s.
In the midst of a bad economy, Yokoyama, the vice president of Taiyo Real Estate, launches a plan to cut back on his labor force. Fifty employees are segregated into a special assignment division and given an ultimatum: meet a sales goal of 1.5 billion yen within three months or be fired. Spiteful of their unjust treatment, two men, Shinoda and Takigawa, take up the battle against the ruthless Yokoyama.
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.
Middle-aged middle-manager Jim Fry, with the same company for fifteen years, is in a comfortable rut. But life becomes less predictable when he doesn't receive an invitation to an important luncheon being held by the new company president. Convinced that he's about to lose his job, Jim begins to mull over his limited prospects when his wife confirms that she's pregnant.