Movies and TvShows featuring "economic-miracle" theme.

Set in post-World War II Germany, 'The Marriage of Maria Braun' follows the story of Maria Braun, a strong-willed German woman who navigates through the challenges of the black market, an interracial relationship, and her own personal ambition. As she builds a new life for herself amidst the rubble of war, Maria's journey is marked by infidelity, political turmoil, and the pursuit of success in a male-dominated society.

Love Meetings is a documentary film that delves into the complex and taboo topics of love, sexuality, and relationships in Italy during the 1960s. Through interviews with ordinary people on the streets, at the beach, and in public places, the film captures a wide range of perspectives on topics such as marriage, divorce, virginity, prostitution, and cultural clashes. It explores the societal norms, moral conflicts, and economic factors that shape the love lives of Italians during the time of the economic miracle.

'L'ultimo pugno di terra' (The Last Fistful of Land) is a 1966 documentary film directed by Fiorenzo Serra about the anguish and instability of the lower classes in a destitute Sardinia. Originally commissioned by the Sardinian regional government as a celebratory piece on the 'miraculous' effects of the 'Piano di Rinascita della Sardegna' (Sardinia's Rebirth Plan), the film instead shows an island still 'standing still in time', barely affected by the painful oxymoron of the inevitable changes taking place.

Aren't We Wonderful is a musical satire comedy set in post-war Germany. The story revolves around a child prodigy who uses his talent to help a struggling bank. As the economic miracle takes hold, the bank's fortunes begin to change. However, complications arise when a group of Nazis tries to take control of the bank. This fun and entertaining movie is based on a novel and is filled with humor, music, and a touch of political satire.