Movies and TvShows featuring "indigenous" theme.

Follow the story of how the Old West was won—and lost—through the blood, sweat and tears of many. Spanning 15 years before, during and following the Civil War from 1859 to 1874, embark on an emotional journey across a country at war with itself, experienced through the lens of families, friends and foes all attempting to discover what it truly means to be the United States of America.

In a future where Earth's resources are depleted, a paraplegic Marine is sent to the moon Pandora to gather information about the indigenous Na'Vi. As he learns about their culture and falls in love with a Na'Vi woman, he must choose between loyalty to his own kind and defending the world he now calls home.

Naru is a fierce and highly skilled warrior of the Comanche Nation, raised in the shadow of legendary hunters on the Great Plains. When danger arises, she embarks on a mission to safeguard her people. Her prey is a technologically advanced alien predator that has landed on Earth.

After losing their star player, a high school basketball team rooted in Native American culture must unite to keep their state championship dreams alive.

Leaphorn and Chee, two Navajo police officers, find themselves questioning their spiritual beliefs as they delve into a double murder investigation in the 1970s Southwest.

In this adventure fantasy film, a giant ape is discovered on an uncharted island and brought to New York City as part of an oil company's plan. However, the creature escapes and goes on a rampage, causing destruction and chaos throughout the city. The film explores themes of capitalism, empathy, and the mistreatment of indigenous creatures.

Ace Ventura, Pet Detective, returns from a spiritual quest to investigate the disappearance of a rare white bat, the sacred animal of a tribe in Africa. Accompanied by his Capuchin monkey, Spike, he must overcome his fear of bats and navigate the problems of dealing with the tribes to solve the mystery. Along the way, he discovers a plot to let the tribes destroy each other and takes down the mastermind behind it. With his mission accomplished, Ace returns the bat to the tribes, but his actions have consequences.

Reservation Dogs follows four Native American teenagers growing up on a reservation in rural Oklahoma. They face challenges, make rebellious decisions, form friendships, and navigate the complexities of their community.

Novo Mundo is a historical drama TV show set in Brazil during the 18th century. It tells the story of Anna Millman, a young Austrian woman who embarks on a journey to Brazil when she agrees to marry a Portuguese emperor. Along the way, she faces challenges such as fake deaths, prejudice, and a love triangle.

In 10,000 BC, a tribe of hunter-gatherers called the Yagahl live in the Urals. D'Leh, a young hunter, forms a bond with Evolet, an orphan. When horse raiders capture Evolet, D'Leh sets out on a quest to save her. Along the way, he forms alliances with other tribes and discovers an advanced civilization ruled by 'The Almighty.' With their help, D'Leh leads a rebellion to free the slaves and defeat The Almighty. Ultimately, D'Leh rescues Evolet, and they return to their tribe with grains to transition from hunter-gatherers to farmers.

1492: Conquest of Paradise is a historical adventure film that tells the story of Christopher Columbus and his journey to discover the new world. The film explores Columbus' struggles, encounters with native tribes, and the political dynamics of the era.

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.

In a post-apocalyptic world, Hongi, a Maori chieftain's teenage son, must avenge his father's murder in order to bring peace and honor to the souls of his loved ones after his tribe is slaughtered through an act of treachery. The young boy struggles to battle against the odds and fulfill his destiny as a leader and warrior.

Rapa Nui is a captivating movie set on Easter Island in the 17th century. It follows the story of a forbidden love between two indigenous people from rival tribes. As their romance blossoms, they face the challenges of power struggles, political intrigue, and the impending destruction of their civilization. Amidst the backdrop of the iconic statues and the rich culture of Polynesia, Rapa Nui explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the fight for freedom.

A talented and ambitious attorney returns to her hometown to take on a major pharmaceutical company accused of causing mysterious illnesses. As she digs deeper into the case, she unravels a web of deceit and corruption that threatens to destroy her career and the lives of those she cares about.

Robinson Crusoe is a man who is shipwrecked on a deserted island. He forms a friendship with a native named Friday and together they face various challenges and dangers.

Embrace of the Serpent is a captivating movie that takes you deep into the heart of the Amazon rainforest. It follows the parallel stories of two scientists, each traveling decades apart, as they encounter an enigmatic shaman from an indigenous tribe. As they navigate the dangerous and mysterious jungle, they uncover the secrets of the plants and the spiritual wisdom of the Amazonian people. This hypnotic journey explores themes of spirituality, colonialism, and the devastating impact of Western influence on indigenous cultures.

This short documentary depicts the formation in 1959 of the first successful co-operative in an Inuit community in Northern Québec. The film describes how, with other Inuit of the George River community, the Annanacks formed a joint venture that included a sawmill, a fish-freezing plant and a small boat-building industry.

On the run after murdering a man, accountant William Blake encounters a strange aboriginal American man named Nobody who prepares him for his journey into the spiritual world. In the late-1800s, the meek accountant from Cleveland, William Blake, spends the last of his already meagre savings to get to the frontier community of Machine where a job awaits him. Eager to make a fresh start, Blake arrives at his destination, only to discover that the position no longer exists. Gravely wounded and on the run from a relentless trio of bounty hunters after a deadly shoot-out, William flees the inhospitable industrial town and has a chance encounter with the enigmatic Native American spirit-guide named Nobody, who believes Blake is the reincarnation of the visionary English poet, William Blake. Now, before the endless American wilderness, the two companions embark on a peril-laden odyssey of mysticism, transformation, and spirituality, until William crosses over into the spirit world. What lies on the other side?

A collection of stories set in a coastal town, exploring themes of indigenous culture, family dynamics, and personal struggles. The film follows the lives of various characters, including a man reuniting with his son, a woman escaping from an abusive husband, and a teenage boy dealing with bullying. The stories intertwine with a wraparound prologue and epilogue, creating a collective filmmaking experience.