Movies and TvShows featuring "neglected-child" theme.

Third Watch is a drama TV show that follows the lives of the men and women who work as cops, paramedics, and firefighters in New York City. The show focuses on the challenges they face on a daily basis, both in their professional and personal lives. It explores themes of crime, rescue, friendship, and the struggles of balancing a demanding career with personal relationships.

The Dumping Ground is a Drama/Family TV show that takes place in a foster care home in the United Kingdom. It follows the lives of a group of children and their experiences with social services.

The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez is a TV show that tells the heartbreaking true story of 8-year-old Gabriel Fernandez, who was brutally abused and tortured to death by his mother and her boyfriend. The series explores the shocking details of Gabriel's abuse, the failures of the child welfare system, and the pursuit of justice for his tragic death.

In a working-class area of Sweden, sisters Laura (16), Mira (12) and Steffi (7), get by on their own, left to their own devices by an absent mother. With summer on the way and no parents around, life is wild and carefree, vivacious and anarchic. But when social services call a meeting, Laura has to find someone to impersonate their mom, or the girls will be taken into foster care and separated. Laura keeps the threat a secret, so as not to worry her younger sisters. But as the moment of truth draws closer, new tensions arise, forcing the three sisters to negotiate the fine line between the euphoria of total freedom and the harsh realities of growing up.

In 1964 South Carolina, a young girl named Lily Owens escapes her abusive father and grows up in the beekeeping world of the Boatwright sisters, who teach her about love, forgiveness, and the importance of family.

Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo is a story about a middle-class man named Bantu who is constantly belittled by his father. He discovers his true identity when he switches places with Raj Manohar, a wealthy businessman. Bantu learns about his real family and tries to fit into the posh lifestyle, while also dealing with the conflicts and secrets within the family. Along the way, he falls in love with Amulya, who is engaged to Raj. The movie explores themes of class differences, family relationships, and the pursuit of happiness.

In Dorchester, Boston, P.I. Patrick Kenzie and girlfriend Angie Gennaro witness a abducted girl's plea for help. They are hired to find her and uncover a drug-dealing underworld. When a botched exchange leads to the girl's death, they work to rescue another abducted child while unraveling a conspiracy involving corruption and betrayal.

An eight-year-old boy named Ishaan is labeled as a trouble-maker due to his poor academic performance. However, a compassionate art teacher named Nikumbh discovers that Ishaan has dyslexia and helps him learn in a way that suits his unique abilities. With Nikumbh's guidance, Ishaan's artistic talent is recognized, and he begins to excel academically. Ishaan's transformation brings joy and gratitude to his parents, and he forms a close bond with his teacher. The story highlights the importance of understanding and embracing differences.

Seemingly in constant trouble at school, 14-year-old Antoine Doinel returns to an unhappy home life. With little money and a turbulent family dynamic, he spirals into a life of lies and theft. However, when he faces the consequences of his actions and is sent to a juvenile detention facility, he finds himself trapped in a cycle of trouble and escape.

The Secret Garden is British television adaptation of the novel of the same name. Adapted, produced and directed by Dorothea Brooking, it was first broadcast on BBC 1 in seven, 30 minutes episodes in 1975.

When a group of friends host a wild party, their babysitter suddenly cancels and they are left to care for a mischievous child. Chaos ensues as they navigate through humorous and unexpected situations.

Simon Birch, a boy with dwarfism, believes that he is destined to fulfill a heroic purpose in life. Along with his best friend Joe, Simon faces many challenges and adventures while learning about friendship, love, and faith. Their lives are forever changed when a tragic accident occurs, leading Simon to discover the true meaning of courage and sacrifice.

Kes is a drama film that follows the story of a young boy named Billy Casper who forms a strong bond with a kestrel bird. Living in a working-class mining town in Northern England, Billy faces various challenges in his life, including a dysfunctional family, a sadistic teacher, and bullying at school. Through his relationship with the kestrel, Billy finds solace and escape from his difficult circumstances.

When the idolized butler of a European ambassador is accused of murder, a young boy becomes embroiled in a dangerous game of secrets and lies.

When Beethoven is mistaken for a rich and pampered St. Bernard, he is abducted and held for ransom. With the help of his brother, sister, and friends, Beethoven must escape and find his way back home.

Submarino is a Danish drama film that tells the story of two brothers who reunite after a troubled childhood marked by abuse, neglect, and trauma. As they navigate their dysfunctional family and haunted past, they must confront their own demons and find a way to overcome their difficult childhood.

At her young age, Juana has two great responsibilities: preventing her older sister from fleeing the house and passing on the secret of making bricks to her younger sister.

In Elephant Song, a psychiatrist becomes obsessed with a patient at a mental institution as he tries to uncover the truth about the disappearance of the institution's director. As he delves deeper into the patient's mind, he discovers a shocking secret that will change everything.

In 'Tallulah,' a young woman named Tallulah kidnaps a baby from her neglectful mother and seeks refuge with her friend, Margo. As the two navigate the challenges of taking care of a baby, their lives become intertwined in unexpected ways.

Romulus, My Father tells the story of an immigrant family in Victoria, Australia in the 1960s. It explores themes of mental health, family dynamics, and the struggle to find a sense of belonging in a new country. The film is based on the memoir by Raimond Gaita, and focuses on the relationship between Romulus, a hardworking metal worker, and his son, Raimond. They face numerous hardships, including a family tragedy, a strained relationship with Raimond's mother, and the challenges of living in a foreign land. Through it all, Romulus does his best to provide for his family and create a better life for his son.