Movies and TvShows featuring "payola" theme.

Set in 1960s America, 'Telling Lies in America' follows the story of a Hungarian-American teenager who becomes entangled in the music industry. As he navigates the challenges of his new life, he learns the harsh realities of fame, love, and the importance of staying true to oneself. With a backdrop of rock 'n' roll, this coming-of-age drama explores themes of identity, ambition, and the power of deception.

Set in 1950s New York, Edge of the City follows two friends who work as longshoremen and become entangled in a murder investigation that exposes the racial tensions of the time. As they confront racism and violence, their friendship is tested, and they must decide whether to stand up for what is right.

In 'Gold Diggers of 1935,' a hotel desk clerk aspires to become a doctor but gets caught up in an arranged marriage, romantic rivalry, and a scandal involving payola. With a spendthrift, a snuff box, and a speedboat involved, the plot twists and turns as scheming and rich snobs create chaos. Singing, shopping sprees, and stage shows add to the excitement.

Joe Harris, preparing a eulogy for popular radio commentator Herb Fuller, finds that nobody has a good word to say about him.

American Hot Wax is a nostalgic drama that takes place in the 1950s music industry. It tells the story of a radio DJ and his journey to promote rock-n-roll music despite facing challenges from the police and music business. The movie captures the vibrant stage performances, the rise of rock music, and the controversies surrounding payola.