Movies and TvShows featuring "killing-in-self-defense" theme.
Thelma and Louise, two friends, go on a road trip that takes a dark turn when Thelma defends herself from a would-be rapist. Now on the run from the law, they find themselves involved in a series of dangerous encounters and form a deep bond as they navigate the consequences of their actions.
Aileen Wuornos, an aging prostitute, meets Selby and they quickly form a passionate relationship. However, Aileen's encounters with abusive clients push her to become a serial killer, targeting johns for money and vengeance. As the truth is revealed, their relationship deteriorates, leading to Aileen's arrest and eventual execution.
Gridiron Gang is a 2006 film based on the true story of Sean Porter, a probation officer who forms a football team with teenage inmates at a detention center in Los Angeles. Through the sport, Porter aims to teach the young offenders discipline, teamwork, and self-respect.
Belly is a crime drama film that tells the story of Tommy 'Buns' Bundy and Sincere, two childhood friends who become involved in the world of organized crime. As they navigate the dangerous underworld of drugs, gangs, and violence, they must confront their own inner demons and make choices that will determine their fate.
In the winter of 1898, a mute gunslinger named Silence seeks revenge on Loco, a sadistic bounty hunter who killed his wife and son. The story unfolds in an isolated snow-capped mountain town where a small community struggles with hunger, greed, and the evil presence of Loco. As Silence confronts the corrupt sheriff and his cronies, a deadly game of survival begins, leading to a climactic showdown in the blizzard-ridden Rocky Mountains.
Josh (2000) is a movie set in a small town where two rival gangs, one Christian and the other Hindu, are in constant conflict. The story follows the journey of two fraternal twins who fall in love with the same girl, leading to a rivalry that escalates to a brutal street-gang war. Love, inheritance, and attempted murder are at the center of this intense drama.
In The Frisco Kid, a rabbi travels to Philadelphia to be the new spiritual leader of a congregation. Along the way, he meets a bank robber and they form an unlikely friendship. Together, they navigate the challenges of the Old West and confront their own inner demons.
After his wife is killed by assassins, an American man finds himself in the witness protection program in London. As he tries to seek revenge, he must also protect his daughter from the same people who want him dead.
Jubal, a ranch foreman, navigates the treacherous territory of a ranchers-vs-sheepherders feud in Wyoming. He becomes entangled in a love triangle and faces threats from a vindictive rival. With accusations of adultery, betrayal, and false accusations, Jubal must fight for his reputation and survival.
When a drifter named Dempsey is mistaken for a gunman, he finds himself becoming a ranch foreman for a female ranch owner in Wyoming. As he becomes involved in a battle over land ownership, Dempsey must navigate the dangers of predatory capitalism and hold onto his own principles.
After her teenage daughter accidentally kills a man, a mother tries to cover up the crime while dealing with a manipulative mother and a domineering father-in-law.
Home from the Hill is a drama movie set in 1950s Texas, where a family's dark secrets are revealed. The story revolves around a land baron and his relationships with his wife, son, and mistress. As the plot unfolds, there are conflicts, romantic rejections, and attempts at murder. The movie explores themes of self-defense, family dynamics, and societal expectations.
On Christmas eve, a gunfighter named Ringo is tasked with rescuing a ranch owner's family who are being held hostage by a bandit gang. Ringo must navigate a series of dangerous encounters and double crosses as he tries to save the day.
A detective tries to track down a serial killer who is thought to be targeting the policeman's god-daughter.
In the small town of Tent City during the gold rush, a singer and her lover find themselves caught in a dangerous web of greed, betrayal, and violence. They must navigate treacherous rivers, confront American Indian attacks, and face off against a notorious gambler in order to survive and seek justice.
After the death of her band's lead singer, a young guitarist struggles with the demands of her new frontman, while dealing with the attentions of an obsessed fan.
In the sierra madre mountains, a man with a fractured leg seeks revenge against those who wronged him. Along the way, he encounters a range of obstacles and faces personal demons. Set against the backdrop of the Texas-Mexico border, this western romance explores themes of betrayal, justice, and redemption.
In the small town of Moonrise, a group of teenagers stumble upon a hidden secret that threatens to unravel their lives. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they become entangled in a web of crime, romance, and personal demons. With the weight of guilt and the pressures of their own secrets, the teenagers must navigate a treacherous path to find the truth and save themselves.
When a ranch owner is framed for murder, he must navigate the lawlessness of the Arizona Territory and face off against a gang of cattle rustlers to clear his name and save his land from foreclosure.
Reborn is a supernatural horror movie about an aging actress who discovers she has the power of electrokinesis. While searching for her birth mother, she becomes entangled in a series of murders and must use her powers to survive. Along the way, she navigates therapy, postpartum depression, and a web of Hollywood secrets.