Movies and TvShows featuring "illegal-immigrant" theme.

Based on the best-selling novel by the same name, "Asylum City" is set in the underworld of refugees and asylum seekers; those looking to help them and those who take advantage of their plight. A young social activist is found dead and the main suspect is an asylum seeker from Africa who was seen leaving her apartment. Police Officer Anat Sitton leads the murder investigation, unravelling a complex world of corrupt politicians, organized crime and illegal arms deals, putting her in the center of a dangerous and parallel universe with its own codes and morals.

A Cambodian-Filipino doctor named %s seeks medical treatment in the U.S. to save her son. However, when the system fails her, she is forced to rely on her cunning and intelligence to secure her son's safety. Meanwhile, she witnesses the murder of an FBI informant by a powerful criminal organization. In order to protect herself from being killed, she agrees to work as a cleaner for the organization. Soon, the FBI approaches her with a proposal to become an informant herself. Caught between dangerous adversaries, she must navigate the treacherous landscape on her own to avoid numerous perils.

In a world devastated by an alien invasion, a group of survivors must navigate treacherous terrain and face off against killer robots to protect their family and ensure their survival.

Sol and Tião are born to different social backgrounds—she to a poor suburban family in Rio, and him to an even poorer family who raised cattle in West São Paulo State. They eventually meet, due to unlikely circumstances, but part again, as she has set as her ultimate priority to reach the United States or bust. While she comes to the U.S. to live as an illegal immigrant, he remains in Brazil and, despite many trials and tribulations, he becomes a successful rodeo cowboy.

Inspector Montalbano is a police detective who investigates and solves crimes in the small fictional town of Vigata, located in Sicily, Italy. He is known for his sharp intuition, attention to detail, and unique investigative methods. Montalbano deals with a variety of cases ranging from murder to drug smuggling, all while navigating the complexities of his personal and professional life.

A detective named Hae-Jun is investigating the death of a man who frequently climbed a mountain. In the process, he encounters the man's young wife, Seo-Rae, an immigrant from China. Suspecting her involvement in the death, Hae-Jun begins to stalk her and becomes obsessed. However, as the investigation progresses, Hae-Jun learns that Seo-Rae is not the killer. They develop a close relationship but soon, Hae-Jun discovers that Seo-Rae is actually the murderer and has been manipulating him. She confesses to the crime and tries to bury herself alive at the beach, leaving Hae-Jun devastated.

Drama series depicts the lives of three men born in 1987 and oppose irrational things of the world through work, love, and friendship. The men are from the "yutori generation", when the Japanese government reformed the education system, emphasizing a pressure-free environment referred to as yutori education.

In the midst of a devastating natural disaster, a small town must come together to survive and rebuild amidst the destruction. The lives of its residents are intertwined as they navigate through the challenges and find strength in their relationships and community.

After witnessing a murder, single mother Estela Carrillo must hide the fact that she is an undocumented immigrant escaping a dark past. While hiding her secret, romantic interests and her dream of becoming a singer complicate her plans.

After being betrayed by his former boss, an ex-Federale launches a brutal rampage of revenge against a Texas Senator. He must navigate through political corruption, immigration law, and his own personal loss to achieve his ultimate goal.

River is a British crime drama TV show that follows the story of John River, a brilliant police detective who is haunted by the murder victims whose cases he investigates. As he delves deeper into the criminal underworld, he starts to question his own sanity and relies on his instincts, imagination, and empathy to solve the mysteries. Along the way, he forms a deep connection with a missing teenager and experiences hallucinations that blur the line between reality and fantasy.

Savageland is a documentary-style horror film that takes place in the Arizona desert. After a massacre occurs in a small town near the Mexican border, a photojournalist is tasked with investigating the events. As he delves deeper into the case, he discovers a terrifying truth that challenges his perception of reality.

Valentin is a charming and carefree bachelor who loves his freedom and life in Acapulco. But his life takes a dramatic turn when one of his former lovers, Julie, leaves their baby daughter Maggie on his doorstep and disappears. Valentin is forced to become a responsible father and raise Maggie on his own, which leads to a series of comedic and heartwarming adventures as he learns the challenges of parenthood and discovers the joys of unconditional love.

A female immigrant, desperate for a better life, moves into a haunted house but soon realizes that escaping its clutches may be impossible as she uncovers its horrifying secrets.

Detective Chinatown 2 is an action-comedy-mystery film that takes place in New York City's Chinatown. The story revolves around a serial killer case that involves Chinese mysticism, an illegal immigrant, and an inheritance. Two detectives from China and an American coroner join forces to solve the murder mystery, leading to hilarious situations, car chases, and unexpected plot twists.

In a post-apocalyptic wasteland, a young woman with an artificial limb gets captured by a cult leader and must fight for her survival.

Ruby, a small-time criminal, becomes cellmates with Quentin, a dangerous gangster. Despite their differences, they team up to escape from prison and seek revenge on their enemies.

When her husband goes missing during their Caribbean honeymoon, a woman turns into a one-woman army to seek revenge and uncover the truth. With her skills in hand-to-hand combat and self-defense training, she fights against dangerous criminals and finds herself in a deadly showdown.

The Edge of Heaven follows the lives of several characters, including a man seeking forgiveness, a daughter trying to find her father, and a woman arrested for political activism. Their stories converge in a tragic event, highlighting the complex relationships and cultural dynamics between Germany and Turkey.

Follows the story of a family of Syrian refugees, an Afghan teacher, and a border guard who meet on the Polish-Belarusian border during the most recent humanitarian crisis in Belarus. They are all unknowingly caught up in a political fraud orchestrated by the Belarusian authorities. As they navigate the risks and legal consequences, they question the meaning of humanity.