Movies and TvShows featuring "folk-hero" theme.

The TV show follows the life of Daniel Boone, a folk hero and frontiersman, as he explores the American frontier during the 18th and 19th centuries. The series focuses on his interactions with Native Americans, particularly the Cherokee, and his involvement in the American Revolution.

A young girl, Hua Mulan decides to pretend to be a man in order to stop her sickly old father from being called up for the army. She fools everyone but ends up with more than she bargained for when she falls for one of the young generals Li Leung

An epic romantic adventure based on the life of Billy the Kid, from his humble Irish roots and his early days as a cowboy and gunslinger in the American frontier, to his pivotal role in the Lincoln County War and beyond.

Bored waitress Bonnie Parker falls in love with an ex-con named Clyde Barrow and together they start a violent crime spree through the country, stealing cars and robbing banks. In the middle of the Great Depression, Clyde Barrow and Bonnie Parker meet when Clyde tries to steal Bonnie's mother's car. Bonnie, who is bored by her job as a waitress, is intrigued with Clyde, and decides to take up with him and become his partner in crime. They do some holdups, but their amateur efforts, while exciting, are not very lucrative. The duo's crime spree shifts into high gear once they hook up with a dim-witted gas station attendant, C.W. Moss. The three are joined by Clyde's brother, Buck and his wife, Blanche, a preacher's daughter. Soon a long-simmering feud between Bonnie and Blanche begins; the once-prim Blanche views Bonnie as a harpy corrupting her husband and brother-in-law, while Bonnie sees Blanche as an incompetent, shrill shrew. Bonnie and Clyde turn from pulling small-time heists to robbing banks. Their exploits also become more violent. When C.W., the get-away driver, botches a bank robbery by parallel parking the car, Clyde shoots the bank manager in the face after he jumps onto the slow-moving car's running board. The gang is pursued by law enforcement, including Texas Ranger Frank Hamer, who is captured and humiliated by the outlaws, then set free. After a raid kills Buck, injures Bonnie and Clyde, and leaves Blanche sightless and in police custody, Hamer tricks Blanche, whose eyes are bandaged, into revealing the name of C.W. Moss, known in the press only as an unnamed accomplice. The Ranger locates Bonnie, Clyde and C.W. hiding at the house of C.W.'s father, who thinks Bonnie and Clyde -- and an elaborate tattoo -- have corrupted his son. He strikes a bargain with Hamer: in exchange for a lenient jail sentence for C.W., he helps set a trap for the outlaws. When Bonnie and Clyde are ambushed while stopped by the side of the road, the police riddle their bodies with bullets in a blood bath.

Robin of Locksley, an English nobleman who joined Richard the Lionheart's army in the Third Crusade, is captured and imprisoned in Jerusalem. He engineers an escape, saving the life of a Moor, Azeem, in the process, and swears to protect his comrade's sister Marian. Back in England, Robin finds his home in ruins and the Sheriff of Nottingham ruling over the land. With the help of Azeem and a band of outlaws from Sherwood Forest, Robin leads a rebellion to rob the rich and give to the poor.

James J. Braddock, a washed-up boxer forced to give up his career due to a broken hand, takes on a fight against the number-two contender and unexpectedly knocks him out. Against his wife's wishes, Braddock returns to boxing and becomes a symbol of hope during the Great Depression. He faces Max Baer, the vicious champion, in a title fight and defies the odds to become the heavyweight champion of the world.

In the realm of King Hrothgar, a mighty warrior named Beowulf arrives to rid the kingdom of the vicious monster Grendel. However, Beowulf's victory comes at a price as he must confront the consequences of his heroic actions and face an even greater threat.

Cho Yeo Hwa has been a widow for 15 years. Her in-laws are the most prestigious noble family in the kingdom. During the day, she leads the life of a widow devoted entirely to her dead husband's memory and rarely ventures outside the gate of her home. At night, Yeo Hwa dons the mask of Hero, who secretly jumps over the surrounding wall to save the helpless.

Convoy is a 1978 action film about a truck driver named Martin 'Rubber Duck' Penwald who leads a rebellion against corrupt law enforcement officers. The film takes place in the Arizona desert and follows Rubber Duck and his convoy of fellow truckers as they evade the police and fight for their rights.

The Legend of William Tell is a 16-part television fantasy/drama series produced in 1998 by Cloud 9 Productions in New Zealand. The basic premise of the series — a crossbow-wielding rebel defies a corrupt governor — and the name of the title character were adopted from the traditional story, but the series was set in a fantasy world and featured supernatural themes. Described by executive producer Raymond Thompson as "Star Wars on the planet Earth", this is a fantasy saga of bravery, magic, myth and romance. William Tell is the youthful leader of a band of young, ‘brat pack' outlaws, forever hunted by the forces of darkness, led by Xax and Kreel, who have usurped power in their homeland. The series of self-contained stories follows Will's quest to restore young Princess Vara to her rightful place on the royal throne and defeat Xax and Kreel's forces — and by doing so, bring back peace and order to the Kingdom of Kale. There is action and adventure along the way, magic, creatures, mystery, intrigue — but also much human drama and interplay among Will's rebel band who must support each other in their quest. The group encounter a diverse range of people and situations on their journey — some help the resistance movement, others are cohorts of Xax and Kreel.

The Babe is a biographical drama film that tells the story of legendary baseball player Babe Ruth. It explores his rise to fame and the challenges he faced, both on and off the field. From his humble beginnings in Baltimore to his triumphant years with the New York Yankees, the film delves into Ruth's personal and professional life, capturing his larger-than-life personality and the price of fame.

Delve into the power and significance of myths and their influence on human culture and understanding through interviews with renowned scholars and storytellers.

The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez is a docudrama drama based on the true story of a Mexican-American tenant farmer in Texas, who becomes the subject of a manhunt and is wrongfully accused of horse theft and murder. The film explores the themes of cultural clash, social drama, and the defense lawyer's struggle for justice in the face of bigotry and misunderstanding. Gregorio Cortez's heroic journey on horseback, evading law enforcement and lynch mobs, is a Mexican legend and an epic chase that has been preserved in the national film registry.

In Miles from Home, a farmer living in a small town in Iowa finds himself facing foreclosure on his family farm. In a desperate attempt to save his home, he decides to rob a bank, becoming a folk hero in the process. As he goes on the run, he must navigate the challenges of being a fugitive while also dealing with the consequences of his actions. The film explores themes of family, desperation, and the struggling agricultural industry in America.

Set in 1975 and 1985, 'The Phantom of the Open' tells the story of a dreamer and optimist who, with the support of his family and friends, overcomes the odds and becomes a local legend in the world of golf. With the help of his identical twin brother, he navigates through challenges and surprises to leave a lasting impact on the sport. This sports comedy is based on a true story and showcases the power of determination and the spirit of an underdog.

In the Carpathian mountains during the eighteenth century, the Hutsuls face foreign rule and dark times. The Dovbush brothers, Oleksa and his money-oriented sibling, become mountain outlaws known as opryshkos. As the Carpathians are plagued with uprisings, Oleksa fights for his people while the aristocracy attempts to kill him and destroy his legend. However, Dovbush outsmarts them. When the lords attack his love for his childhood sweetheart, Marichka, they hope to weaken him. The story follows the hero's struggles and enduring strength as he leads his people towards freedom.

Guava Island tells the story of a musician living on a tropical island who faces tragedy and exploitation while trying to pursue his dreams. He is caught in a struggle between the oppressive rule of a paramilitary group and the pursuit of the American dream. Along the way, he must navigate relationships, love, and the moral dilemmas that come with his choices.

Mythos is a three-part documentary that consists of a series of lectures given by Joseph Campbell. Campbell conceived of the original lectures, filmed over the last six years of his life, as a summation of what he had learned about the human mythic impulse, in terms of psychology, ethnology and comparative mythology—what he called "the one great story of mankind."

A terminally ill truck driver named Hoke Moseley decides to go on a cross-country trip to escape repo men who are after his truck. Along the way, he meets a brothel madam and forms an unexpected friendship. As he continues his journey, he encounters various obstacles including a small-town cop, a redneck sheriff, and a community that comes together to support him. With his health deteriorating, Hoke must confront his own mortality while trying to find a sense of purpose and make the most of the time he has left.

Ned Kelly follows the life of the notorious outlaw and bank robber as he evades the police and becomes an Aussie-Western legend. Set in the 1870s, this revisionist Western explores the rural setting and violence surrounding Ned Kelly's life, with a nonlinear timeline showcasing his rise and eventual downfall. The film also delves into the complex relationships he forms, his encounters with law enforcement, and his iconic status as a villain and a hero.