Movies and TvShows featuring "mass-media" theme.
House of Cards is a thrilling political drama that follows the story of Frank Underwood, a cunning politician who stops at nothing to achieve power. Set in Washington D.C., the series delves into the world of government corruption, media manipulation, and the lengths people will go to maintain political power.
Corporal Joe Bauers is chosen for a hibernation program but is forgotten. When he wakes up 500 years later, he discovers a dystopian world filled with moronic people. Joe must navigate this new society and find a way back to the past. Along the way, he encounters an idiocracy run by President Camacho and a corporation selling a sports drink called Brawndo. Joe's intelligence sets him apart from everyone else, leading him to become Vice President and work on improving society.
After killing off all of humanity, Food attempts to create their own utopia.
An in-depth look at the iconic rock band, The Beatles, from their humble beginnings in Liverpool to their rise to global fame, their struggles within the band, and ultimately their disbandment. Featuring interviews, concert footage, and behind-the-scenes glimpses, this documentary miniseries takes viewers on a journey through the band's tumultuous history and lasting impact on the music industry.
Two victims of traumatized childhoods become lovers and psychopathic serial murderers irresponsibly glorified by the mass media. They embark on a killing spree, leaving a trail of bodies along Route 666. As they gain fame, two individuals are obsessed with them - a detective and a journalist. The couple's journey takes a twisted turn as they encounter a Navajo Indian and face the consequences of their actions. Ultimately, they end up in prison but continue their homicidal rampage. The story culminates in a daring escape during a prison riot, where they exact revenge on those who wronged them. They finally settle down in an RV, with Mallory being pregnant and their two children playing.
The Onion Movie is a satirical comedy that takes aim at American culture and mass media. It showcases absurd humor, societal hypocrisy, and touches on various social problems. The movie revolves around a series of sketches, fake news reports, and commercials that satirize different aspects of modern life. With its irreverent and dark comedy, the film offers a humorous critique of the media's influence on society.
Hope (2013) is a powerful drama based on a true story. It follows the harrowing journey of a young girl who becomes a victim of sexual assault, leading to physical trauma and life-threatening injuries. Left for dead on a construction site, she miraculously survives and undergoes a series of surgeries to recover. The film explores the challenges she faces in the courtroom during the criminal trial of her assailant, while highlighting the importance of friendship and the resilience of the human spirit.
An Inshore Minesweeping Unit has been forgotten by the Navy after World War II on the peaceful island of Boonsley and they have adapted to their circumstances. The men still wear uniforms and the proper reports are filed, although the reports of hundreds of mines are exaggerated. The captain spends his time fishing, the Number One is busy romancing the only Wren on the island and The Chief Boatswain runs a wine smuggling business. Unfortunately the Navy start to get suspicious.
Trial by Media is a documentary series that examines the ways in which media coverage has influenced high-profile trials throughout history. It delves into the societal impact, legal consequences, and media's role in shaping public opinion, with a focus on cases that have become cultural phenomena. Through interviews and archival footage, the series explores how the court of public opinion can often be just as significant as the verdict in the courtroom.
When a journalist is fired from his job, he finds himself in the middle of a hostage situation at a natural history museum. As he covers the story, he realizes that there is much more to it than meets the eye.
Wrong Is Right is a political satire comedy that follows a journalist who becomes entangled in a larger conspiracy involving the President of the United States. As he investigates further, he discovers a secret location, voices inside his head, and manipulation by the media. The film touches on themes of government corruption, media manipulation, and the power of the mass media.
Interviews with personalities including John Mellencamp, Spike Lee, Lou Reed, Roseanne Barr, David Byrne, George Michael and more, as they reflect on the 1980s.
Imagine: John Lennon is a biography and documentary film that delves into the life of iconic musician John Lennon. The film explores his rise to fame as a rock singer and musician, his impact on mass media and popular culture, and his involvements with the band The Beatles. It also touches upon his personal life, including his experiences with autism, his famous songs, and the scandalous events surrounding his tragic death in the 1980s.
After her husband's suicide, Mrs. Küsters becomes determined to find justice as the media distorts the truth and manipulates public opinion. Her quest for the truth leads to the murder of her boss and uncovers the dark underbelly of Frankfurt.
Hoaxed is a thought-provoking documentary that delves into the realm of propaganda, mass media, and the pervasive nature of hoaxes in society. The film sheds light on the manipulation techniques employed by various entities, exposing the alarming consequences of fake news and media distortion. Through interviews and analysis, Hoaxed prompts viewers to critically evaluate the information they consume and question the credibility of mainstream narratives.
Follow the intense legal battle between Johnny and Amber as they fight for justice and expose the truth about their troubled marriage.
'Project Censored: The Movie' explores media censorship in our society by exposing important stories that corporate media fails to report/under report. Using the media watchdog group, Project Censored, as their road map, two fathers from California decided to make a documentary film that will help to end the reign of Junk Food News that Corporate Media continues to feed the American people.
Four-part series demonstrating different kinds of censorship, such as censorship by the government or of art.
Recorder: The Marion Stokes Project is a documentary film that tells the story of Marion Stokes, an activist and video archivist who obsessively recorded television news for over 30 years. The film explores her life, her hoarding of videotapes, and the impact of her collection on journalism, technology, and the future of archival preservation.
The Society of the Spectacle is a documentary that delves into the sociological aspects of consumerism and the influence of mass media on society. It presents an essay-like analysis of topics such as representation, philosophy, Marxism, capitalism, and the social satire of the Cold War era. The film is based on the book of the same name and provides a critical examination of industrial society, politics, and the commodification of comfort. It also touches on the concepts of anarchy, the May 68 movement, and the market. Released in the 1970s, it remains a relevant exploration of the sociological implications of the time.