Movies and TvShows featuring "political-science" theme.

A platform to dissidents and rebels, both within the United States and abroad, who offer critiques of power not heard within mainstream society or permitted by the corporate press. Host Chris Hedges and his guests lay bare the mechanisms that uphold systems of power, including the role of the military and the internal security apparatus, as well as the elaborate forms of propaganda and corporate-controlled media.

Lions for Lambs follows the intertwined stories of a professor, a journalist, and a senator as they navigate the political landscape and grapple with the consequences of the war on terror. The movie explores themes of manipulation, propaganda, and the complex nature of political negotiations.

Eating Out is a 2004 comedy film about a young gay man who pretends to be straight in order to win the affection of a man he likes. The film explores themes of love, sexuality, and identity through a series of comedic and romantic mishaps.

Class Rank is a comedy about the struggle for social change in a high school setting. The movie follows the story of a student who attempts to increase his class ranking in order to make a difference in his school's educational system. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and forms unexpected relationships.

Saving Capitalism is a thought-provoking documentary that delves into the intricate relationship between money and politics, uncovering its widespread impact on democracy and societal equality. Through engaging interviews and insightful analysis, the film seeks to shed light on the underlying mechanisms that shape our economic and political systems.

A crusading district attorney becomes suspicious of his wife when he receives a voice recording of her confessing to a crime. As he investigates further, he uncovers a web of deceit and discovers dark secrets that lead to a murder trial.

Following a national crisis, the citizens of Iceland rallied together to collectively write the first ever crowdsourced constitution. A deeply touching account of an eclectic group of individuals reinventing democracy through the rewriting of the nation's constitution, proving that Iceland is not a broken country but instead an intricate web of concerns, ideas, and ultimately creative solutions.

Inside the Khmer Rouge takes an in-depth look at the history, domination, and current status of the Khmer Rouge (a Communist regime) in Cambodia. The film features revealing interviews with soldiers of both the modern Khmer Rouge and those who fight in opposition. A comprehensive timeline of the regime's five-year occupation in Cambodia is dissected and includes a review of key individuals, ideologies, and locations where devastation hit hardest. Following this, the film takes a look at the effects on the Cambodian citizens upon the retraction of Vietnamese forces. Inside the Khmer Rouge continues to investigate the current tactics the modern Khmer Rouge implement and their attempts to persuade followers in order to rebuild and expand their regime. Oppositely, local forces or "jungle soldiers" discuss their devices for assuring the destruction and atrocities once caused by the Khmer Rouge never happen again.

Aristide and the Endless Revolution is a documentary film that investigates the ongoing struggle against racism, colonialism, and human rights violations in Latin American history. Through in-depth interviews with activists, experts, and victims, the film examines the lasting effects of racial profiling, foreign affairs, and civil rights issues in the region. It also delves into the experiences of Arab and Muslim Americans, highlighting their struggles against racism, anti-Semitism, and terrorism. With a focus on political science and investigative journalism, the film sheds light on the complexities of these issues and calls for greater awareness and action.