Movies and TvShows featuring "gender-roles" theme.

Barbie and Ken are living happily in their perfect world of Barbieland. When they have the opportunity to explore the real world, they discover the joys and challenges of living among humans.

After accidentally breaking a statue of the guardian god of the Asakusa district, middle school students Kazuki, Toi and Enta are transformed into kappas -creatures from japanese folklore- by Keppi, self-proclaimed prince of the Kappa Kingdom. If they want to regain their human form, they must collect the five Dishes of Hope for him, which fulfill the wishes of whoever possesses them. To do so, they will fight against the kappa-zombies and extract their "shirikodama", the mythical organ containing humans' deepest desires. Two policemen, Reo and Mabu, are the ones behind this evil scheme, turning humans into zombies as agents of the Otter Empire, enemy of the Kappa Kingdom since ancient times. In the guise of "Kappazon, Inc.", they control society by manipulating the desires of the masses for their own goals. To succeed in their mission, the boys must be connected through the "Sarazanmai", revealing their most intimate secrets in the process...

When tech billionaire Slater King meets cocktail waitress Frida at his fundraising gala, he invites her to join him and his friends on a dream vacation on his private island. But despite the epic setting, beautiful people, ever-flowing champagne, and late-night dance parties, Frida can sense that there’s something sinister hiding beneath the island’s lush façade.

In the 16th century, Arte, a delightful young lady from an aristocratic family, dreams of being an artist and contributing to the renewal of civilization. However, with her father's death, she ends up losing the only person who believed in her passion for art. Now she is expected to marry a nobleman and live as a refined housewife without disgracing her family name. Reluctant to accept her fate, the headstrong Arte steps into the streets in search of a master artisan to take her on as an apprentice. But no one believes that women are capable of fine craftsmanship, so none are willing to accept her. Luckily, a renowned artisan by the name of Leo is persuaded to take her as his disciple since he has none anyway. And thus, Arte's new life begins, far from the comfort of her noble upbringing. As an apprentice, she must earn her keep while tackling various challenges along the difficult path to becoming a full-fledged, master artisan.

Revolutionary Girl Utena follows Utena Tenjou, a teenage girl who becomes involved in a series of duels that determine the fate of a mysterious power known as the Rose Bride. As Utena navigates these duels and the complex relationships between the characters, the show explores themes of gender identity, sexuality, and the power of revolution. With its unique blend of fantasy, symbolism, and thought-provoking storytelling, Revolutionary Girl Utena is a groundbreaking anime that challenges traditional gender roles and societal norms.

You Me Her is a romantic comedy series that follows the story of a married couple who hires an escort to spice up their sex life. However, they end up falling in love with the escort, leading to a complicated polyamorous relationship between the three of them. The show explores themes of marriage, sexuality, and unconventional relationships.

In Ruben Östlund's wickedly funny Palme d'Or winner, social hierarchy is turned upside down, revealing the tawdry relationship between power and beauty. Celebrity model couple, Carl (Harris Dickinson) and Yaya (Charlbi Dean), are invited on a luxury cruise for the uber-rich, helmed by an unhinged boat captain (Woody Harrelson). What first appeared instagrammable ends catastrophically, leaving the survivors stranded on a desert island and fighting for survival.

In the year 2044, two men find themselves trapped in a dystopian world where a totalitarian matriarchy controls everything. They must navigate through gender issues and sexism while trying to find a way back home.

Set in 18th-century France, Dangerous Liaisons tells the story of the manipulative and deceitful Marquise de Merteuil and the handsome Vicomte de Valmont, who engage in a complex game of seduction, betrayal, and revenge. As they pursue their own selfish desires, their actions have devastating consequences for those around them.

In 1925 (year 14 of the Taishō period), after being told by a baseball player that women should become housewives instead of going to school, two 14-year-old Japanese high school girls named Koume and Akiko decide to start a baseball team in order to prove him wrong. During this time, when even running was considered too vulgar for women, baseball is known as "what the boys do" and they face many difficulties when searching members, getting permission from their parents and when learning about the sport itself.

In 1925 Montana, ranch owner Phil Burbank torments his brother's new wife and son until he discovers the possibility of love.

In Ballyfermot, Ireland, in 1960, the women dream of escaping their domestic lives by winning a pilgrimage to Lourdes. With the help of their priest, Lily, Eileen, Dolly, and Sheila win the opportunity to travel to Lourdes for free. The journey provides them with a chance to enjoy independence and reflect on their own lives. However, when Chrissie, who has returned from the USA, joins them, old wounds resurface and they realize that the true miracle is the strength of their friendships and togetherness.

Backpackers Hanna and Liv take a job at a remote Australian pub where they encounter unruly locals and a situation that escalates quickly, leading to chaos and danger.

Hazumu confessed his love to Yasuna, but she turned him down. To ease his heartbreak, he went to Mt. Kashimayama where he had met her for the first time. He loses his way in the mountains, and it starts to get dark. Seeing a big shooting star in the sky, he begins to formulate a wish, but quickly notes that something is very wrong. For the shooting star is actually a space ship about to crash into him. And then he died. Only with the help of the aliens could his live be saved. However, he became a girl, due to an accident during the reconstruction of his body.

A cheerleader named Megan is sent to a conversion therapy camp when her parents suspect she is a lesbian. There, she forms unexpected relationships and starts questioning her own sexuality.

In a world where women hold the power and men are objectified, a chauvinistic man finds himself struggling to fit in and understand the dynamics of the new social order. Through this experience, he learns about gender equality and the challenges faced by women, leading to a journey of self-discovery and personal growth.

The Adolescence of Utena follows Utena Tenjou, a teenage girl who is granted the power to revolutionize the world through a series of duels. As she navigates these duels and confronts the mysterious Rose Bride, Utena's own sexual awakening and journey of self-discovery unfold. Through intricate symbolism and a captivating narrative, the film delves into themes of repressed sexuality, gender roles, and the societal expectations placed upon individuals. It is a surreal and thought-provoking exploration of adolescence and the complexities of human relationships.

Tomboy is a coming-of-age film about a 10-year-old girl named Laure who moves to a new neighborhood. To fit in with the boys, Laure adopts a false identity as a boy named Mikael. The film explores Laure's journey of self-discovery and the challenges she faces when her secret is revealed.

When their daughter and her husband go away for work, Artie and Diane Decker, two old-fashioned grandparents, are left in charge of their three grandchildren. Chaos ensues as they try to navigate the challenges of modern parenting and connect with their tech-savvy grandchildren.

Young Charlie suspects her charming Uncle Charlie, who has come to visit her family, may be a killer. As she delves deeper into the truth, she finds herself in a dangerous game of cat and mouse.