Movies and TvShows featuring "paganism" theme.
When the Dark Elves seek to destroy the universe, Thor must reunite with Jane Foster and stop them from plunging the universe into darkness.
The White Slave is a compelling TV show that delves into the tumultuous era of slavery, racism, and interracial relationships in 1800s Colombia. It follows the story of a runaway slave who finds herself entangled in a web of racial issues, powerful abolitionists, abusive relationships, and the fight for justice. The show explores the complexities of race relations, the struggle for freedom, and the pursuit of love amidst a society plagued by prejudice and discrimination.
A couple travels to Northern Europe to visit a rural hometown's fabled Swedish mid-summer festival. What begins as an idyllic retreat quickly devolves into an increasingly violent and bizarre competition at the hands of a pagan cult.
Leaphorn and Chee, two Navajo police officers, find themselves questioning their spiritual beliefs as they delve into a double murder investigation in the 1970s Southwest.
American journalist Paul Kemp takes on a freelance job in Puerto Rico for a local newspaper during the 1960s and struggles to find a balance between island culture and the expatriates who live there. Paul Kemp (Johnny Depp) is an aspiring author who hasn't been able to sell a book. Instead, he applies for a job at a newspaper in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He gets the job and meets Sala (Michael Rispoli), who gets him acclimated and tells him he thinks the newspaper will fold soon. Kemp is given the horoscope section. He's staying at a hotel and meets Chenault (Amber Heard), who's avoiding a Union Carbide party there. Kemp is immediately smitten with her. Kemp is an alcoholic and his boss Lotterman (Richard Jenkins) tells him to stop drinking. Kemp also meets Moberg (Giovanni Ribisi), a deadbeat who can't be fired. Waiting for an interview, Kemp meets Sanderson (Aaron Eckhart), a freelance realtor, who takes him home to discuss Kemp writing ads for him. Chenault is Sanderson's fiancee, but pretends not to know him. Kemp moves in with Sala, who also rooms with Moberg. The place is horribly unkempt and poor. Sala keeps cockerels for cockfighting. Kemp begins to see the poverty of San Juan, but his boss doesn't want him to write about it, as it's bad for tourism. Moberg returns with leftover filters from a rum plant containing high-proof alcohol. Moberg has been fired, and wants to kill Lotterman. He also likes Nazi records. Kemp visits Sanderson and spies him making love to Chenault. He meets Zimburger (Bill Smitrovich) and Segarra (Amaury Nolasco), who want him to help with a real estate scam. Sanderson yells at some locals who are walking onto his beach. Later, Sala and Kemp are driving, and the locals attack them. The police arrive and break up the fight, then throw Sala and Kemp in jail. Sanderson gets them out. The next day, Kemp meets with Sanderson's crew, who tell him that the US military is relinquishing the lease on some prime real estate, and he is asked to pick up Chenault from her house. They share a moment. Zimburger takes Kemp and Sala to see the island property, then they head to St. Thomas for Carnival. He finds Chenault, and they wind up on Sanderson's boat. Sanderson is unhappy that Sala is involved. At night, they go to a club, and Chenault dances with locals, which enrages Sanderson even more. The next day, Chenault is gone, and Sanderson tells Kemp that he blew it. When Salas and Kemp return home, Moberg tells them that Lotterman has left. He also sells them some drugs, which they take. In a rum- and drug-induced stupor, they wander about the docks. Kemp works on a newspaper story. Lotterman returns, but won't publish Kemp's story. Chenault shows up at Kemp's place, and Sanderson disowns her. Sanderson withdraws his bail, and Kemp and Sala are wanted. Moberg also tells them that Lotterman has closed the paper. Kemp decides to print a last issue, telling the truth about Lotterman and Sanderson, as well as the stories Lotterman declined. To gain money to print the last edition, Kemp, Sala, and Moberg place a big cockfighting bet. They visit a hermaphrodite witch doctor to lay a blessing on their cockerel. They win, but the newspaper machines have been confiscated. The dream dies. Kemp continues his quest, stealing Sanderson's boat. The end credits explain that Kemp made it back to New York, married Chenault, and became a successful journalist.
Five old friends from university meet up for a trip to Sweden, but encounter a menacing presence in the form of a creature that stalks and kills them. As they explore the forest, strange phenomena and symbols carved on trees appear. They find an abandoned cabin with eerie necklaces and a wooden effigy. Nightmares plague them, and they discover strange puncture wounds on one of them. One friend goes missing, and they find him impaled on branches. They try to escape but are captured by a cult who worships the creature. One friend is sacrificed, while the protagonist breaks free and sets the cult members on fire. He escapes, confronts the creature, and manages to kill it before finding civilization.
Masada (1981) is a TV mini-series based on the historical event of the siege of Masada by the Roman Empire in ancient Israel. It follows the story of a group of Jewish zealots who resist the Roman legion, facing challenges such as espionage, political intrigue, and slave labor. The mini-series explores themes of honor, betrayal, and the struggle for freedom.
When the daughter of the town's new priest goes missing during the harvest festival, a desperate search begins, uncovering the town's dark history and resurfacing tales of a mysterious, malevolent spirit that demands sacrifice.
In the 5th century AD, the declining Roman Empire is withdrawing from Britannia, where the native Woads, led by Merlin, stage an insurgency. A group of Sarmatian knights and their half-British Roman commander Arthur have fulfilled their duties to Rome and are preparing to return home. However, Bishop Germanus orders them to complete one final mission: evacuate an important Roman family from north of Hadrian's Wall, saving them from an advancing army of invading Saxons. Arthur and his remaining men reluctantly accept the mission and set out to complete it. Along the way, they face ambushes, internal conflicts, and battles against the Saxons. With the help of Guinevere, they ultimately defeat the Saxons and Arthur is proclaimed king of Britain, promising to protect the land against future invaders.
Solomon and Sheba is a historical epic that tells the story of King Solomon, the King of Israel, and his love affair with the Queen of Sheba. The film explores the religious and supernatural aspects of the story, the political conflicts between the two kingdoms, and the personal struggles faced by the characters.
A police sergeant is called to an isolated island community to investigate the disappearance of a young girl. As he digs deeper into the eccentric and secretive community, he uncovers a disturbing ritualistic cult and must confront his own beliefs. With its themes of pagan rituals, religious sacrifice, and sexual repression, 'The Wicker Man' is a chilling horror film that explores the clash between Christianity and paganism.
Exorcist: The Beginning follows a disillusioned priest who faces his own demons while investigating an archaeological dig in Kenya, uncovering an ancient evil that threatens humanity.
Rookie cop Chloé, a new arrival to French Guiana, investigates the ritualistic double murder of a French couple and their missing son.
John Safran vs God is an eight-part television documentary series by John Safran which was broadcast on SBS TV of Australia in 2004. It has been described in a media release as "John Safran's most audacious project yet". It had a much more serious tone than Safran's previous work Music Jamboree. The show was released by Ghost of Your Ex-Boyfriend Productions and SBS Independent, was co-written with Mark O'Toole, directed by Craig Melville, and produced by Selin Yaman. The series won the 2005 Australian Film Institute Award for Best Comedy Series. The show's opening theme is Hate Priest by the band Mozart on Crack. The opening sequence features John in a black suit breaking out of a patch of black scorched earth with his bare hands during a thunderstorm. The words "when the thousand years are over Satan will be released from his prison" are spoken in a low pseudo-ominous voice.
In a small town, a couple passing through accidentally hit a young boy with their car. They soon discover that the town is inhabited by a cult of children who have killed all the adults and believe that corn is their god. As they struggle to escape, they uncover the dark secrets of the cult and their horrifying rituals.
In the 8th century Basque Country, a young girl named Irati leads a group of Christian and Muslim warriors on a journey to find a lost treasure. Along the way, they encounter magical creatures and face the threat of a decaying world. Irati introduces the protagonist, Eneko, to a world where everything that has a name exists. Together, they embark on an adventure to discover the true heart of the forest and fulfill their destinies.
In Valhalla, a group of Vikings must embark on a dangerous journey to save their gods and the future of their civilization. They face mythical creatures, battle ancient gods, and find hidden powers within themselves. Along the way, they discover the true meaning of bravery, loyalty, and sacrifice.
Set in the 7th century, the movie follows the life of Prophet Muhammad and the early years of Islam. It explores his personal struggles, the development of the religion, and the challenges faced by his followers.
In 'Song of the Sea,' a young mute girl named Saoirse and her brother Ben set out on a journey to save the enchanted creatures of the sea and discover their own magical powers. Along the way, they encounter various mythical beings and overcome personal challenges, ultimately learning the importance of love, family, and embracing one's true self.
A group of Vatican investigators visit an English countryside church to debunk claims of miracles. As they dig deeper, they uncover a terrifying secret involving human and child sacrifices and a man-eating monster. They must confront the evil lurking within the church and try to survive.