Movies and TvShows featuring "labor-movement" theme.
Enola Holmes, now a detective-for-hire, embarks on her first official case to locate a missing girl. As she unravels the mystery, she enlists the help of friends, including her famous brother Sherlock, to uncover a dangerous conspiracy.
An ex-prize fighter turned New Jersey longshoreman struggles to stand up to his corrupt union bosses, including his older brother, as he starts to connect with the grieving sister of one of the syndicate's victims. Mob-connected union boss Johnny Friendly gloats about his control of the waterfront. Terry Malloy, a dockworker, had been a promising boxer until he was instructed to deliberately lose a fight. Terry helps the sister of a victim and becomes involved in testifying against the mob-controlled union. As Terry leans towards testifying, he faces threats and violence, but ultimately finds the strength to expose the illegal activities. With the support of the dockworkers, Terry fights back and stands up for justice.
Salt of the Earth tells the story of Mexican-American workers in a mining town who go on strike to fight for fair wages and better working conditions. The film explores the themes of social commentary, political activism, and feminism, as well as the challenges faced by the working class. It was considered a banned film and later gained recognition for its portrayal of the labor movement.
Norma Rae, a young single mother and factory worker in Alabama, becomes a key figure in the labor union movement when she decides to stand up against the poor working conditions and mistreatment at her workplace. Based on a true story, Norma Rae's fight for justice brings about significant changes in the lives of the workers and the community.
In the coal mining town of Matewan, West Virginia, in the 1920s, tensions rise when a labor organizer arrives to support the striking miners against the oppressive coal company. As the conflict escalates, the town becomes a battleground for racial tensions, class struggle, and the fight for workers' rights.
Set in California during the 1930s, In Dubious Battle follows a group of migratory workers as they engage in a labor strike against apple farms. The film explores themes of class struggle, the labor movement, and the birth of a baby boy amidst the social unrest of the period. Based on the novel by John Steinbeck, it provides a compelling portrayal of the challenges faced by workers during the Great Depression.
In the Russian Empire, a labor strike erupts as workers protest against their exploitative working conditions, corruption, and the cruelty inflicted upon animals. The rebellion grows in intensity, leading to a fierce fight for workers' rights and justice. Amidst the turmoil, the working class is pushed to the edge, suffering from starvation and social unrest. The movie explores themes of class struggle, anti-capitalism, and the oppressive nature of the Tsarist regime.
In 1819, a peaceful rally for political reform in Manchester turns into a violent massacre when British forces attack the crowd, resulting in the deaths of many protestors. The film depicts the events leading up to the massacre, highlighting the political activism, police brutality, and the struggle for democracy. It explores the aftermath of the massacre and the impact it had on the fight for political reform.
The Trouble with Girls is a comedy movie set in a small town in the 1920s. It follows the story of a small-town sheriff who faces various challenges, including dealing with alcoholic behavior, organizing a talent show, and addressing workers' rights. The movie also explores themes of friendship, justice, and romance.
Harlan County U.S.A. is a powerful documentary that chronicles the intense and violent struggle of a coal miners' strike in Harlan County, Kentucky. The film captures the hardships faced by the striking miners and the relentless efforts of the United Mine Workers Association to protect their rights.
Roger & Me is a comedic documentary that explores the devastating effects of corporate downsizing on the working class in Flint, Michigan. The film follows filmmaker Michael Moore as he sets out on a quest to confront Roger Smith, the Chairman of General Motors, about the company's decision to close several plants in Flint, leading to widespread unemployment and poverty. Moore's pursuit of Smith is met with excuses, disappointment, and a stark reminder of the stark class differences in American society.
Come See the Paradise is a drama, history, romance, and war film that takes place in New York City during the 1930s and 1940s. It tells the story of a Japanese immigrant and a Caucasian woman who fall in love and elope, facing racial prejudice, internment, and the challenges of their forbidden relationship amid the backdrop of the war.
Cesar Chavez follows the journey of the renowned activist as he leads the fight for fair labor practices for farm workers in Yuma, Arizona. Through nonviolent methods and driven by his liberation theology beliefs, Chavez organizes strikes, tackles racial prejudice and discrimination, and builds a powerful union movement that aims to address economic inequality and empower Mexican-American laborers. The movie is based on a true story.
Set in Turin, Italy in the late 19th century, The Organizer tells the story of a labor organizer who leads a strike in a textile factory. The film explores the struggles of the working class, the poor working conditions, and the fight for change.
Act of Vengeance is a crime drama based on the true story of a coal miner in West Virginia who risks everything to fight for justice after a mining accident and an ensuing labor scandal. The plot explores the challenges he faces in his fight against powerful corrupt forces and his struggle to bring about change for the workers in his community.
In the cutthroat world of the New York City garment industry in 1957, a labor union organizer and a mobster clash as threats and reprisals ensue. Based on true events, this film-noir explores the labor movement and the struggle for power and survival.
The Year 01 is a comedy that takes place in France after a general strike. The film humorously explores the social and political consequences of the strike, portraying the challenges faced by the workers and the antics that ensue in a post-strike utopia. It satirizes the political system and captures the revolutionary spirit of the time.
Harlan County War is a movie set in the 1970s in Harlan County, Kentucky, where a group of miners go on a sit-down strike to fight for better working conditions. The movie explores the social and family dynamics within the mining community, the dangers of coal mining, and the violent clashes between the mining company and the workers. It also sheds light on the poverty and struggles faced by the miners and the significance of labor organizing during that time.
A Russian emigrant sings in a Shanghai nightclub under the assumed name of Kay Murphy. All she dreams of is a peaceful life with her daughter Vera. But this is only a pipe dream as she has been forced by her former lover Ivan to work for a secret criminal organization, "The Black Dragon". Vera, who studies in a Hong Kong boarding-school, knows nothing about her mother's past. When Ivan, who is also Vera's father, resurfaces and blackmails Kay, the young woman is determined to fight back...
London (1994) is a documentary film that takes a psychogeographic approach to explore the various aspects of the city. It delves into the history, culture, and architecture of London, while also examining its social and economic issues.