Where the Heart Is is a British TV show set in a small town in Northern England. The story revolves around a sister-in-law who works as a nurse at the local health center in the fictional town. The show explores the dynamics of family relationships, particularly a husband-wife relationship, in the context of rural life in Yorkshire. The plot unfolds over the course of the 1990s and 2000s, providing a glimpse into the changing times and challenges faced by the characters.
John Ratzenberger's Made in America is an American documentary television series hosted by John Ratzenberger. The series premiered January 6, 2004, on the Travel Channel. Ratzenberger visits various American manufacturers, taking the show's viewers along on the tours and showing how various everyday items are made. The show has visited a variety of factories, including Crayola, Airstream, Yankee Candle, Samuel Adams Brewery, Ruger, Delta Faucet Company, and Rodgers Instruments.
Clocking Off is a drama TV show set in Manchester, England, that explores the lives and relationships of factory workers in a working-class community. It delves into the challenges they face at work and the complex dynamics that exist among coworkers.
Explore the intriguing world of manufacturing, construction, and science in this captivating documentary series. From the inner workings of factories to the intricacies of production processes, witness how everyday objects are made.
During World War II, Oskar Schindler, a German businessman and opportunist member of the Nazi party, becomes concerned for his Jewish workforce and works to save them from persecution and death by the Nazis. Through bribery and cunning, Schindler acquires a factory and employs Jewish workers, keeping them safe from concentration camps. As the war comes to an end, Schindler must flee with his wife, leaving behind the people he saved. Despite feeling he could have done more, Schindler is hailed as a righteous person and his actions are remembered by the survivors.
Gregg Wallace and Cherry Healey get exclusive access to some of the largest factories in Britain to reveal the secrets behind production on an epic scale.
In a city of monsters, power is generated from the screams of children. Two monsters realize that scaring children may not be necessary and find an alternative source of energy.
FLCL is a surreal and psychedelic coming-of-age story that follows a young boy named Naota Nandaba, whose life is turned upside down when a pink-haired alien girl named Haruko Haruhara crashes her Vespa scooter into him, unleashing robots and strange occurrences in his small town.
The advent of new weight loss drugs has a huge impact on everyone in South Park. When Cartman is denied access to the life-changing medicine, the kids jump into action.
Charlie Bucket, a poor boy, wins a tour through Willy Wonka's chocolate factory with four other children. Each child's flaw leads to comical and unpleasant consequences. Charlie is the last one standing and is offered a chance to inherit the factory, but he chooses his family over the opportunity. Eventually, Charlie helps Wonka reconcile with his estranged father, and they become business partners.
The Raggy Dolls is an animated TV show about a group of imperfect dolls who are rejected by the toy factory because they don't meet the standards. The dolls come to life and embark on misadventures, learning valuable lessons about friendship, acceptance, and bravery along the way.
In the artificial city of Thneed-Ville, 12-year-old Ted embarks on a journey to find a real tree to impress Audrey. He seeks the story of the Lorax, a grumpy creature fighting to protect his world. Ted discovers the Once-ler, who narrates his past. When demand for his product exceeds supply, the Once-ler gives in to his family's greed and starts chopping down trees, causing environmental damage. The Lorax tries to stop him, but the Once-ler only realizes the consequences when the last tree falls. Ted learns the importance of reforestation and plants a Truffula seed.
The Saboteurs is a TV mini-series set in Norway during World War II. It tells the story of a group of Norwegian resistance fighters who sabotage the German occupation's efforts to develop an atomic bomb. The series explores the challenges faced by the resistance fighters and their determination to prevent the Nazis from obtaining nuclear weapons. Based on a true story, The Saboteurs is a thrilling drama filled with action, suspense, and historical significance.
In a robot world, Rodney, a young idealistic inventor, travels to the big city to join his inspiration's company. However, he finds himself opposing the sinister new management who plans to discontinue the manufacture of spare parts for older robots. With the help of his friends, Rodney fights back against the oppressive regime and convinces the original owner, Bigweld, to return and make spare parts available again.
Jimmy, a young rapper from Detroit, faces numerous challenges as he tries to kickstart his music career. Along the way, he navigates through personal relationships, confronts his own insecurities, and battles against a rap group called The Leaders of the Free World. With determination and self-discovery, Jimmy overcomes his obstacles and ultimately finds the confidence to pursue his dreams of becoming a successful artist.
France, 1914. The destinies of four women intersect: Marguerite, a mysterious Parisian prostitute; Caroline, propelled to the head of the family factory; Agnes, Mother Superior of a requisitioned convent; and Suzanne, a feminist nurse.
Thicker than Water is an American short-lived 1973 sitcom that aired on ABC from July 3, 1973 to August 8, 1973, based on the UK sitcom Nearest and Dearest. It starred Julie Harris and Richard Long, telling the story of a brother and sister who run "Paine's Pure Pickels", a pickle factory, in order to claim a 75,000-dollar inheritance from their father Jonas.
Better Times is a dramatic TV show that takes place in Copenhagen, Denmark, during the 1940s to the 1970s. The story revolves around different characters living in an apartment building, exploring themes such as class differences, women's liberation, and politics. It also delves into the complexities of relationships, particularly the father-son dynamic. The show incorporates elements of television and radio from that era, as well as the influence of a factory. With its authentic period setting, Better Times offers a compelling portrayal of the historical context and societal changes during this time.
Kota Factory is a web series that follows the life of 16-year-old Vaibhav, who moves to Kota to prepare for the IIT-JEE exam. The show explores the challenges and pressures faced by students in this competitive environment, as well as their personal growth and relationships.
Eighteen Springs (also known as Affair of Half a Lifetime) is a 2003 drama-romance TV series based on the novel of the same name by Chinese author Eileen Chang. The series stars Ruby Lin, Patrick Tam, Jiang Qinqin and Li Liqun. It had the most simultaneous broadcasts on China cable/satellite TVs during 2004. The series was filmed in Shanghai and Taiwan.