Movies and TvShows featuring "garbage-collector" theme.

Paddington Bear is happily settled with the Brown family in Windsor Gardens when he comes across a beautifully animated pop-up book. He decides to save money and buy it for his Aunt Lucy's 100th birthday, but the book gets stolen. Paddington is wrongfully accused and sent to prison, where he must rely on his wit and the help of his friends to clear his name and catch the real thief.

In 1950s Pittsburgh, a working-class African-American father named Troy struggles to raise his family while grappling with the events of his life. As he deals with challenges such as racism, fatherhood, and family dynamics, he also reflects on his own mistakes and the impact they have had on his loved ones.

A young couple, Kit and Holly, go on a killing spree across the American Midwest after Kit murders Holly's disapproving father. They become fugitives, constantly on the run from the police. As they travel through different states, they encounter various challenges and face the consequences of their actions.

Shadows in Paradise follows a salesclerk in Helsinki, Finland who is laid off from his job and later falls in love with a garbage collector. The film explores themes of love, loss, and the struggles of blue-collar workers in the city. As their relationship develops, they navigate through various challenges, including theft and unemployment. This art-house film is the first installment of the Proletariat Trilogy.

Trouble in Paradise is a delightful romantic comedy directed by Ernst Lubitsch. The film follows the story of a suave jewel thief and a crafty con artist who team up to commit a series of robberies. However, their plans are complicated when they both fall in love with the same woman, leading to a hilarious and unpredictable chain of events.

A professor encounters a nightclub singer and becomes involved with her and her gangster ex-boyfriend. They all end up at a remote mansion where secrets are revealed and romance blossoms.

O Fantasma (2000) is a sexually explicit drama film that follows a gay garbage collector who develops a dangerous sexual obsession. Set in Lisbon, Portugal, the film explores themes of homosexuality, eroticism, and sexual obsession in a raw and explicit manner.

When a family's home is invaded by escaped convicts, they must find a way to survive and protect each other.

Children of Heaven follows the story of Ali and Zahra, two siblings living in poverty in Tehran, Iran. When Ali accidentally loses Zahra's only pair of shoes, they come up with a plan to share Ali's sneakers, leading them on an adventure to make sure Zahra can attend school. As they navigate their everyday lives, the siblings are faced with obstacles that test their determination and love for each other.

When a lazy man named Tommy is summoned for jury duty, he tries to get out of it by pretending to be insane. However, his plan backfires and he ends up being selected. As the trial unfolds, he becomes convinced that the defendant is innocent and takes it upon himself to investigate the case. With the help of his fellow jurors, Tommy uncovers a conspiracy that puts him in danger and forces him to confront his own fears.

A deaf garbage collector named Shigeru spends his days picking up trash on the beach. One day, he discovers a discarded surfboard and becomes fascinated with surfing. Despite not being able to hear, Shigeru's passion for the sport grows as he learns to ride the waves. Along the way, he forms a deep connection with a woman named Takako and they navigate the challenges of communication and love. A heartfelt story about finding purpose and love in unexpected places.

Emma (Line Kruse) is an eleven year-old only child from a wealthy Danish family. Emma's parents seem more interested in their own interests than in her. One evening when Emma overhears her mother talking about how tragic it must be to have your child kidnapped, Emma decides to stage her own kidnapping. She soon meets Malthe, a kind-hearted, child-like, naïve sewer cleaner who literally stumbles on to her. She convinces Malthe that she is a Russian princess whose family is being chased by Bolsheviks, so Malthe lets Emma stay with him in his very modest abode. After being "kidnapped" for a few days, Emma decides to return home. But, just as she is about to return, she overhears a couple of servants talking about how her parents don't seem to be very upset over her dilemma....

Picture Claire follows a photographer in Toronto who witnesses a murder and becomes a target for the killer. As she tries to escape, she must navigate the dangerous streets of Toronto and Montreal, all while trying to uncover the truth behind the murder. With the police on her tail and time running out, Claire must use her skills and resourcefulness to stay alive.

In 'The True Adventures of Wolfboy,' a teenage boy named Paul has a condition called hirsutism, which causes excessive facial hair. He faces constant bullying and mistreatment from his peers and longs to find his estranged mother, who he believes will accept him as he is. Paul embarks on a road trip, encountering various characters and challenges along the way. This thought-provoking movie explores themes of self-acceptance, identity, and the pursuit of happiness.

Quark is a sitcom set in the future, following the adventures of garbage collector Adam Quark and his crew as they navigate space and encounter various humorous situations.

Waste Land is a documentary that follows artist Vik Muniz as he goes to the world's largest garbage dump in Rio de Janeiro and works with the catadores, or garbage pickers, to create art out of trash. The film explores the lives of the catadores and their struggles, as well as the transformative power of art and the importance of dignity for all individuals.

Steve Merrick is an out of work writer who stays home and plays house husband while his wife goes to work for her former fiancé and Merrick's publisher who is still carrying a torch for her.

Common As Muck is a gritty BBC comedy drama serial focusing on the lives of a crew of bin men and their management staff. It ran for two series. The first series was screened in 1994 and the second in 1997. Both were nominated for a BAFTA for Best Drama.

Five kids are rewarded with extraordinary powers by an aging scientist. Their mission is to correct the wrong and injustice in the world. With dynamic effort and dazzling speed, the five superheroes face the evil Exxor and his men, who are bent on creating worldwide havoc. It's up to our super kids to save the world and restore order.

Times have changed a lot for Franck who is a night watchman. About a decade ago he was a specialized worker. Today he feels bored but would jump at any chance to prove his bravery and courage.