Movies and TvShows featuring "narrow-mindedness" theme.
The lives of the residents of the fictitious village of Lansing in Upper Bavaria.
Sarabhai vs Sarabhai is a sitcom comedy which revolves around the lives of the high-society Sarabhai family. The show showcases their eccentricities, social satire, and witty humor. The storyline primarily focuses on the clashes and misunderstandings between the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law, complemented by the idiosyncrasies of other family members. Through its sarcastic and pun-filled dialogues, the show satirizes the superficiality and narrow-mindedness of society.
Belfast is a powerful coming-of-age drama set in the 1960s, following a young boy growing up in the midst of the Troubles in Belfast. The film explores themes of intolerance, bigotry, and religious persecution as the protagonist navigates through the shabby streets of Belfast. Against the backdrop of exploding cars, rubber bullets, and tear gas, the boy witnesses the social decay and narrow-mindedness prevalent in the divided city. As violence escalates and riots break out, he must find a way to protect his family and maintain his own innocence.
In 1953, a progressive-thinking art history teacher arrives at Wellesley College and challenges the conservative norms and traditions of the all-female institution. She encourages her students to think independently and pursue their own ambitions, thereby questioning the roles assigned to women in society.
In 1959, a widow named Florence Green decides to open a bookshop in a small town in Suffolk, England. As she tries to pursue her passion for literature and become an independent woman, she faces resistance and narrow-mindedness from the townspeople. Despite the opposition, Florence forms a platonic relationship with an older man who shares her love for books. The story explores themes of perseverance, societal norms, and the power of literature.
A group of people navigate love, relationships, and narrow-mindedness in modern-day France.
An affluent city is covered in snow, all seems perfect – on the surface. Divorcé Rolf is doing his best to rebuild his relationship with his daughter. Pregnant Lena appears to be living a faultless family life with her husband and son. Social worker Judith has a tough job and escapes it through her fantasies, whilst widowed Maria has finally built up the courage to invite her male acquaintance to a romantic dinner. In the course of one day, all of them will cross paths with the Bulgarian Mia, who works in the red-light trade and their seemingly perfect lives will never be the same…
The Swissmakers is a satire comedy that tells the story of an Italian immigrant in Switzerland, who faces various challenges related to cultural integration, xenophobia, and bureaucracy. The movie explores themes of racism, national identity, and the complexities of immigration through a humorous lens. It is a witty and ironic take on Swiss politics and societal norms.
As I Open My Eyes (2015) follows a young woman named Farah as she rebels against societal norms in Tunisia during the Arab Spring. When Farah's singing career starts to gain attention, her choices become more difficult as she faces oppression from an oppressive government and encounters violence and trauma along the way.
A drama directed by Harald Reindl, based on the novel by Ludwig Ganghofer.
In Four Steps in the Clouds, a traveling salesman pretends to be a woman's husband while they travel to her family's house in the countryside. The woman is pregnant out of wedlock and fears her family's disapproval. Along the way, they face narrow-mindedness, deception, and forgiveness as they navigate through a web of family intrigue and honor.
Wendy Ballantine's parents decide to retire from show biz so she can have a normal life. They are unwelcome in the small town until a storm lets the family show their stuff.
Jack's father lowers the boom when his irresponsible rich-kid ends up in jail after a night of debauchery. The father appoints Ossie, Jack's cousin, as guardian, not realizing that Ossie is just as bad. They set off on a transcontinental trip with mischief on their minds.
The main character is a miller, who sometimes acts strangely but is otherwise a goodhearted hardworking honest man. He sometimes keeps the villagers up all night by howling. Finally the villagers decide that the miller has to be committed into a mental hospital, where the hero does not have to spend too much time until he escapes. The miller takes to the woods near his home but there he is constantly harassed by the chief of the police with his posse.
From a Night Porter's Point of View is a documentary short that provides a glimpse into the life and perspective of a night watchman. The film highlights the challenges, strictness, and conservative morals faced by the watchman in his daily routine. With a narrow-mindedness towards unconventional opinions, the watchman finds solace in the company of his loyal watchdog. This thought-provoking documentary explores themes of dog loyalty, aging, and the clash of differing viewpoints.
Der Ruepp tells the story of a small village in Southern Germany plagued by narrow-mindedness, egoism, and financial problems. The film explores the downfall of the village through the lives of its inhabitants, including a drunkard, a maid, and a judge. As the village faces issues of theft, gambling, and debt, the story takes a tragic turn with a suicide by hanging.
An exiled Italian prostitute (Anna Magnani) shields her sister (Geraldine Brooks) from a deep-sea diver (Rossano Brazzi) on an island volcano.
Backwood Philosopher tells the story of a fatherless son in a small Finnish village who spends his days drinking and philosophizing. His knowledge and originality make him both lonely and misunderstood, but a mysterious past and rumors about his reputation add intrigue to his life. As he navigates the wilderness and explores the post-war era, he is driven by his dreams and his desire to find meaning in a narrow-minded society.
Rocky Road to Dublin is a documentary film that explores various aspects of Irish culture, including Irish history, music, and the societal impact of events like the 1916 Easter Rising and Irish independence. The film delves into topics such as post-revolution Ireland, the influence of The Dubliners on Irish folk music, and the cultural significance of Irish pubs. It also touches on subjects like the clash between church and state, GAA and hurling, nationalism, emigration, and the Irish language (Gaeilge). The documentary sheds light on the complexities of Irish politics, religious education, and censorship, with a focus on the Irish Catholic Church and its role in Irish society. It highlights the challenges of bigotry, narrow-mindedness, and hypocrisy that existed in Western Europe, particularly in Ireland. The film includes footage from various locations in Dublin, including Trinity College Dublin, and features interviews with Irish priests and individuals from different walks of life in Ireland. Rocky Road to Dublin provides a thought-provoking exploration of Irish culture and the societal factors that have shaped it.