Movies and TvShows featuring "human-rights-activist" theme.

Set during the second Chechen war, The Search follows the lives of a young soldier and a lost child as they navigate the atrocities of war and search for hope amidst the chaos. This gripping drama explores themes of war violence, war crimes, and the impact of conflict on individuals.

Sleepers (sleeper agents) are agents deeply incorporated into the structure of opposing forces. They are recruited before they get access to classified information, sometimes even before they start working in the field that interests the recruiting party. They are often recruited "to grow up". The action takes place in Moscow in June 2013 on the eve of major geopolitical events and upheavals that, as a result, will change the future life of the world.

Hidden Agenda is a political thriller set in 1990 and revolves around a police investigation into a political conspiracy. The story involves a blackmail photograph, a government cover-up, and a controversial operation. Detective Harry and Kate, a human rights lawyer, uncover shocking truths about corruption within the police force and the government. The film explores themes of torture, terrorism, and the repercussions of political deception.

After eight years of a political exile imposed by the Brazilian military dictatorship, sociologist Herbert de Souza returns to his homeland. Alongside democracy activists, he faces the arrival of AIDS and puts the devastating impact of hunger under the spotlight. Overcoming his fragile health and personal tragedy, he creates the largest social awareness campaign in Brazilian history.

Keerthi Chakra follows the story of a dedicated army officer and his mission to counter terrorism in Kashmir. As he navigates through the challenges of war, he also faces personal struggles and fights for justice. The film explores themes of bravery, sacrifice, and the consequences of violence.

Overlooked by history, Pauli Murray was a legal trailblazer whose ideas influenced RBG's fight for gender equality and Thurgood Marshall's landmark civil rights arguments. Featuring never-before-seen footage and audio recordings, a portrait of Murray's impact as a non-binary Black luminary: lawyer, activist, poet, and priest who transformed our world.

Shahid is a biographical film that follows the life of Shahid Azmi, a lawyer and human rights activist who fought for justice and faced numerous challenges. The plot revolves around his struggles, including his arrest, torture, and imprisonment, and explores themes of prejudice, violence, and faith. The movie is based on a true story and sheds light on the controversial events surrounding the Mumbai terror attacks in 2008.

The life and death of city councilor Marielle Franco and driver Anderson Gomes, murdered on the night of 14 March, 2018, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Investigation into wrongdoing, corruption and whistle-blowing in the United Nations.

A man who is a worker, a human rights activist, and a hypochondriac finds himself facing tragedy after tragedy in Belgrade, Yugoslavia. Along the way, he encounters an obese woman, a crying girl, a failed actor, and a bitter homeless man. He navigates through protests, funerals, and his own health issues while trying to make sense of the world around him.

211: Anna is a powerful documentary that delves into the investigation of Anna's death. Through interviews, evidence, and expert analysis, the film uncovers shocking revelations about what truly happened.