Movies and TvShows featuring "notoriety" theme.

An epic romantic adventure based on the life of Billy the Kid, from his humble Irish roots and his early days as a cowboy and gunslinger in the American frontier, to his pivotal role in the Lincoln County War and beyond.

A small-time rancher named Dan Evans agrees to hold the captured outlaw Ben Wade while they wait for a train to take Wade to court in Yuma. The rancher and the outlaw engage in a battle of wills as Wade tries to intimidate and manipulate Evans. Meanwhile, Wade's gang searches for him to rescue him. As the tension escalates, Evans must confront his own fears and protect his family. In the end, Evans successfully delivers Wade to the train, but sacrifices his own life in the process.

J. Edgar Hoover, the head of the F.B.I., reflects on his professional and personal life, from the origin of the FBI to his controversial actions in fighting crime and communism. The story explores Hoover's relationships, his abuse of power, and his struggles with his own sexuality.

Guinea Pig: Devil's Experiment is a transgressive film that depicts extreme violence and brutality, including scenes of torture, mutilation, and sexual abuse. It has gained notoriety for its sadistic and graphic content, making it a banned film in several countries.

Blood Feast is a cult classic horror film directed by Herschell Gordon Lewis. It follows a caterer who kills women to use their body parts in a gruesome ancient ritual.

On a tropical island, a deadly zombie outbreak occurs when a virus is unleashed, leading to a fight for survival against flesh-eating zombies. A police officer, a doctor, and a group of survivors try to escape the island and find safety.

In 'The Sugarland Express,' a convicted felon and his wife kidnap a Texas state trooper and embark on a road trip across Texas to reclaim their baby, leading to a thrilling chase and a tragic event.

Conspiracy. Fraud. Violence. Murder. What starts out virtual can get real all too quickly--and when the web is worldwide, so are the consequences.

Lola Montès tells the story of a notorious courtesan who escapes an arranged marriage and becomes a circus performer. As she reminisces about her past love affairs, she finds herself torn between her feelings and her desire for freedom. Set in 19th-century Bavaria and New Orleans, this film explores themes of love, betrayal, and the struggle for independence.

Unforgivable Blackness: The Rise and Fall of Jack Johnson is a documentary film that tells the story of Jack Johnson, the first African-American heavyweight boxing champion. The film explores his rise to fame, his battles in and out of the ring, and the racism he faced during his career. It provides an in-depth look at the life and legacy of this legendary sportsman.

In the picturesque French countryside village, a lawyer kills his wife and tries to get away with it. He finds himself entangled in a web of lies and deceit, as the villagers become suspicious. With a dark comedic twist, the lawyer tries to navigate the legal system and maintain his notoriety.

Wedding Trough (1974) is a controversial and surrealistic movie that explores themes of love, excrement, and farm life. The film follows a mentally retarded person who lives on a pig farm and engages in various disturbing activities such as killing animals and drinking urine. It is known for its avant-garde style and shocking scenes, including scenes of animal cruelty and bestiality.

Upendra is a complex character who goes through various stages of hypocrisy, redemption, and self-discovery. It explores themes of ego, betrayal, and the dark side of human nature. The story follows Upendra, a narcissist and womanizer, as he navigates through a dysfunctional family and encounters murder, infidelity, and kidnapping.

In bustling era of 19th-century Louisiana, sugar is as valuable as gold, and pirates like Lili Scarlet (Patricia Medina, Mr. Arkadin) will do anything to get it. After robbing Jules Tulane’s (John Dehner, The Boys from Brazil) estate of his crop, Scarlet takes over Tulane’s land debt and forces him to pay or go to prison. In exchange for postponing his debt, Scarlet allows Tulane’s son, André (Lex Barker, Robin Hood and the Pirates), to work as her servant. When André and Scarlet fall in love, it leads to jealous rage from Scarlet’s former paramour, expert swordsman Hugo (Warren Stevens, Forbidden Planet) — and when Hugo looks to raid the Tulane estate again, it is up to André and Scarlet to take him down and save the estate.

Mirian Wilkins, the teenage daughter of Senator Wilkins, starts a Society for the Rehabilitation of Criminals and, without the approval or knowledge of her father, elects him to the position of honorary president. When the family's new gardener, Baxter, turns out to be a notorious ex-convict who was sentenced to prison by Senator Wilkins when he was a judge, Wilkins considers firing him until his daughter points out that would be an unwise decision considering the position her father held on society.

Peyton Place is a small New Hampshire town where scandal and social decay run rampant. The story follows the lives of its inhabitants, revealing the dark secrets, societal stigma, and the consequences of repression and hypocrisy. It delves into topics like teen pregnancy, unwed mothers, race relations, and the corruption within the medical profession.

When a wealthy showgirl is found dead, detective Philo Vance investigates a tangled web of secrets and suspects in order to solve the murder. As the investigation unfolds, Vance must navigate the high-society world of Broadway and confront a range of characters including a bumbling cop, a district attorney, and a show business mogul. With the clock ticking and pressure mounting, Vance must use his wits and resolve to uncover the truth before it's too late.

A psychopathic college student who lives with his domineering mother kills young women and scalps them to make wigs. His gruesome crimes attract the attention of a curious fraternity and a notoriety-seeking old man.

Dreamboat (1952) tells the story of a college professor who is thrust into the world of show business when he becomes a popular silent movie star. However, he becomes disillusioned with his fame and notoriety, leading him to question his career choices. Along the way, he navigates romantic crushes, a lawsuit, a secret past, and the challenges of balancing his personal and professional life.

One hooker found hanging in a meat van, another is sawed in half while a policewoman is mercilessly slashed to pieces. A detective, haunted by his lack of results, vents his frustration by abusing the same women who are being preyed upon by the mysterious killer. For the police and the hookers of this small east European town, there seems to be no end to the sadistic nightmare.