Movies and TvShows featuring "political-oppression" theme.

Babylon 5 is a cult-favorite TV show set in the future where the Babylon 5 space station serves as a gathering point for different alien races. The story follows the struggle against political oppression, ethnic conflict, and ancient prophecies. It explores themes of tolerance, diversity, and the consequences of power. The characters include telepaths, smugglers, diplomats, and spacefarers, as they navigate the complexities of interstellar politics and personal relationships.

In a future dystopian society, a political demonstration turns into a fight for survival as citizens must confront white supremacy, abuse of power, and social injustice during an annual event known as The Purge. With the help of a resistance movement, a group of African-Americans in New York City and New Jersey must navigate through a night of terror, violence, and psychological thrills to expose the corrupt system and fight against the oppressive regime.

In a dystopian future London, all social housing has been eliminated except for The Kitchen, a community that refuses to leave. Izi, living in The Kitchen out of necessity, and 12-year-old Benji, searching for a family, forge an unlikely relationship and struggle against a system that is stacked against them.

An investigating judge in the Revolutionary Court in Tehran grapples with mistrust and paranoia as nationwide political protests intensify and his gun mysteriously disappears. Suspecting the involvement of his wife and their two daughters, he imposes drastic measures at home, causing tensions to rise. Step by step, social norms and the rules of family life are being suspended.

An Unknown Enemy takes place in a contemporary-historical setting in Mexico during the 1960s. The story revolves around political oppression under a dictatorship, exploring the challenges faced by the characters in this tumultuous time of the 20th century.

Winter on Fire: Ukraine's Fight for Freedom is a gripping documentary that chronicles the Ukrainian Revolution of 2013-2014, when thousands of protesters took to the streets of Kyiv to demand political freedom and an end to corruption. The film explores the violent clashes between the protesters and the police, capturing the bravery and determination of the Ukrainian people in their fight for freedom.

Suffragette is a drama film set in 1912 London, depicting the courage and determination of a group of women who fought against the existing misogynistic and oppressive system to gain suffrage rights. The film follows the story of Maud, a working-class woman who becomes involved with the suffragette movement, facing various obstacles and hardships along the way, including police brutality, sexual harassment, and imprisonment.

In 1973, during the military dictatorship of Augusto Pinochet, a German flight attendant named Lena and her activist boyfriend Daniel get caught in the political unrest in Chile. Daniel is kidnapped and taken to a secret prison called Colonia Dignidad, run by a religious cult that supports the military regime. In order to find and save Daniel, Lena decides to join the cult and infiltrate Colonia Dignidad. She faces the horrors of torture, abuse, and forced labor as she tries to escape and reunite with Daniel.

In the near future, in a dystopian Brazil, a black man and a black woman find themselves targeted by a racist and oppressive government. As they struggle to survive and resist, their relationship becomes a symbol of hope and resilience in the face of oppression and intolerance.

When a tyrant threatens to oppress the people of old California, a masked hero known as Zorro rises to protect the innocent and fight for justice. With his quick wit, swordsmanship skills, and loyal sidekick, Zorro takes on corrupt politicians, ruthless villains, and the oppressive Spanish regime.

Requiem for the American Dream is a documentary that delves into the political inequality and corporate power dynamics in America. It examines various factors such as greed, neoliberalism, and the impact of big business on democracy. The film also highlights the history of labor movements and the suppression faced by political activists. Through archival footage and insightful commentary, it offers a critique of the economic inequality and the concentration of wealth in the hands of the corporate elite.

Karol: A Man Who Became Pope is a biographical drama about Karol Wojtyla, a young Polish man who endured the horrors of Nazi-occupied Poland and the suppression of religion under communist rule. Despite facing cruelty and oppression, Karol's faith in God and his love for his country drove him to become a prominent figure in the Catholic Church, eventually becoming Pope John Paul II.

Set in the 1960s during the Trujillo regime, the film follows the Mirabal sisters, who become activists against political oppression. They face deception, treachery, and violent persecution in their fight for freedom, leading to their mysterious disappearance and tragic fate.

MLK/FBI is a gripping exploration of the FBI's relentless surveillance and harassment of Martin Luther King, Jr., featuring declassified documents and interviews with key figures who were involved in the operation. Through this documentary, viewers gain insight into the abuse of power, government corruption, and the lengths federal law enforcement went to suppress dissent during the civil rights era.

Set in Iran during the political turmoil of the 1970s and 1980s, 'All Three of Us' follows the journey of a man who is imprisoned for his political activism. He endures torture and solitary confinement, but never loses hope. After his release, he moves to France with his wife and starts a new life, facing challenges and adapting to a new culture. The film beautifully portrays the struggles and resilience of the protagonist, highlighting the power of love and determination.

The Battle of Chile: Part I is a documentary film that explores the political events and social upheaval in Chile during the 1970s. It focuses on the rise of Salvador Allende, the right-wing terror attacks, and the eventual coup d'etat that led to a dictatorship.

Christ Stopped at Eboli is a movie set in the interwar period in southern Italy. It explores the lives of intellectuals and peasants in a remote village, showcasing their struggles under the fascist regime. The story follows a doctor who is exiled to the village and his interactions with the locals.

In 1920s America, two Italian immigrants are accused of murder and face trial and execution in a case marred by prejudice and political oppression.

The Herd is a tragic drama set in Turkey, depicting the story of a Kurdish family and their struggle against political oppression. The film explores themes of prejudice, nationalism, and police corruption, highlighting the injustice faced by the Kurdish people. Amidst the turmoil, the family finds solace in Kurdish music and attempts to preserve their cultural identity. However, they encounter racism, cruelty, and even the killing of actual animals. The Herd is a powerful portrayal of the hardships endured by a marginalized community fighting for independence and justice.

The Black Power Mixtape 1967-1975 is a documentary film that explores the black power movement in the United States during the late 1960s and early 1970s. It provides a unique perspective on the movement through archival footage and interviews with activists and leaders of the time. The film covers a range of topics including political activism, the Black Panther Party, political assassinations, discrimination, and the impact of the movement on American politics and society.