Movies and TvShows featuring "gang-violence" theme.
Sons of Anarchy follows the members of SAMCRO (Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club, Redwood Original) as they navigate the dangerous world of motorcycle gangs, gunrunning, and the complexities of brotherhood. Led by president Jax Teller, the club deals with rival gangs, law enforcement, and internal power struggles, all while facing the moral dilemmas and consequences of their criminal actions.
Don Vito Corleone, the head of a mafia family, decides to pass down his criminal empire to his son Michael. However, this decision unknowingly puts his family in grave danger. Michael, a decorated war hero, initially wants nothing to do with his family's criminal activities. But when his father is critically injured, Michael takes matters into his own hands and becomes deeply involved in the world of organized crime. As tensions rise and enemies gather, Michael must navigate a dangerous path to protect his family and secure their legacy.
Boardwalk Empire is a crime drama set in Atlantic City during the Prohibition era of the 1920s. The story follows the rise and fall of criminal kingpin Enoch 'Nucky' Thompson, as he navigates the world of organized crime and political corruption. With a complex web of characters and intricate storylines, Boardwalk Empire explores themes of power, loyalty, and the human cost of ambition.
Underbelly (2008) is an Australian TV show that explores the world of organized crime, drug abuse, and gang violence. It follows the story of various gangsters, police officers, and detectives as they navigate the criminal underworld and attempt to bring down the crime bosses. The show delves into the intricate dynamics of rival gangs, the power struggles within criminal organizations, and the relentless pursuit of justice by the police. With its gritty storytelling and compelling characters, Underbelly offers a captivating look into the dark and dangerous side of Australia's criminal history.
Mayans M.C. follows the story of a motorcycle gang called Mayans and their involvement in drug trafficking and organized crime in Southern California. The show also explores the complex relationships and rivalries within the gang, as well as the challenges they face from other gangs and law enforcement agencies.
7th Heaven follows the lives of the Camden family, focusing on the challenges they face as they navigate through various personal and religious experiences. From sibling dynamics to faith-based dilemmas, the show captures the essence of family life and the importance of love and support.
In the slums of Rio, two kids' paths diverge as one struggles to become a photographer and the other a kingpin. Chickens are being prepared for a meal. A chicken escapes, and an armed gang chases after it in a Favela called the Cidade De Deus ('City of God'). The chicken stops between the gang and a young man named Rocket (Alexandre Rodrigues), who believes the gang wants to kill him. A flashback traces Rocket, the narrator, back to the late 1960s. In the 1960s, the Favela is a newly built housing project far from the center of Rio De Janeiro, with little access to electricity and water. Three impoverished, amateur thieves known as the 'Tender Trio' - Shaggy (Jonathan Haagensen), Clipper (Jefechander Suplino), and Goose (Renato De Souza) - rob and loot business owners; Goose is Rocket's brother. The thieves split part of the loot with the citizens of the city and are protected by them in return...
Controversy surrounds high school basketball coach Ken Carter after he benches his entire team for breaking their academic contract with him.
The Bikeriders is a movie that follows the rise of the Vandals, a midwestern motorcycle club, over the course of a decade. What starts as a gathering place for local outsiders takes a dark turn as the club transforms into a more sinister gang, posing a threat to the original group's unique way of life.
After being released from prison, a man is forced into joining a dangerous criminal organization. As he rises in the ranks, he becomes involved in a web of violence and betrayal. His path ultimately leads to a deadly confrontation with his own past.
Eden Lake is a horror thriller film set in England, where a couple's idyllic vacation takes a horrifying turn when they are targeted by a group of violent teenagers. The couple finds themselves trapped in a sadistic game of survival as they try to escape the ruthless gang and make it out of the remote lake alive.
In South Central Los Angeles, three young men, Tre, Doughboy, and Ricky, navigate the challenges of growing up in a crime-ridden neighborhood. Tre seeks to succeed academically and avoid the allure of gang culture, while Doughboy becomes involved in drug dealing and Ricky pursues a football scholarship. The film explores themes of racial inequality, drugs, sex, and gang violence, leading to a tragic event that forces the characters to confront violence in their community.
Blue Story is a controversial movie that delves into the world of gang violence in London. It follows the story of two best friends who find themselves on opposite sides of a gang war, leading to tragic consequences. Through themes of revenge, friendship, and forgiveness, the movie explores the dangerous consequences of getting involved in the gang lifestyle.
Inspired by John Ibrahim's best-selling autobiography, Last King of The Cross is an operatic story of two brothers, John and Sam Ibrahim who organize the street but lose each other in their ascent to power.
Once Were Warriors follows the story of a Maori family living in New Zealand, dealing with poverty, domestic violence, and the influence of youth gangs. It explores themes of loss, despair, and the strength of the individual in the face of adversity.
Master Z, a martial artist, gets entangled in a battle against a powerful crime syndicate in 1950s Hong Kong. As he tries to dismantle the syndicate, he also struggles with personal challenges and a complicated father-son relationship.
In 1950s Manhattan, a forbidden love arises between Tony, a former member of the Jets street gang, and Maria, the sister of the leader of the rival Sharks. As tensions rise between the two gangs, Tony and Maria must navigate their love amidst the violence and prejudice of the time.
In the 19th century, Amsterdam Vallon returns to New York City's Five Points seeking revenge against Bill the Butcher, who killed his father. He infiltrates Bill's inner circle and plans to kill him during a ceremony. Along the way, Amsterdam discovers a complicated love triangle and becomes involved in a criminal empire. Eventually, he confronts Bill and ends up exacting his revenge, but at a great cost. The movie explores themes of violence, corruption, and the struggle for power in a tumultuous time in American history.
In Paris, a corrupt cop and a suspended officer team up to investigate a brutal gang-violence case that involves a rivalry between two gangs. As they dig deeper into the investigation, they uncover a web of corruption and careerism within the police force. Inspired by a true story, this intense thriller takes you on a gripping journey through the dark underbelly of law enforcement.
Sin Nombre tells the story of Sayra, a young Honduran girl, who embarks on a dangerous journey to the United States to escape the violence of the Mara Salvatrucha gang. Along the way, she meets Casper, a member of the same gang who is trying to start a new life. Their paths intertwine as they face countless obstacles and dangers on their way to the American dream.