Movies and TvShows featuring "poverty-and-wealth" theme.
In 1819, a peaceful rally for political reform in Manchester turns into a violent massacre when British forces attack the crowd, resulting in the deaths of many protestors. The film depicts the events leading up to the massacre, highlighting the political activism, police brutality, and the struggle for democracy. It explores the aftermath of the massacre and the impact it had on the fight for political reform.
In The Idle Class, the Little Tramp is mistaken for a wealthy man and gets mixed up in a series of comedic situations. From a costume party to a golfing mishap, the Tramp's comedic journey highlights the class differences and the comedic errors that arise from them.
In 1930s New York City, a group of young women from wealthy families experience the challenges of love, ambition, and societal pressures. As they navigate their personal and professional lives, they must confront issues such as abusive relationships, financial struggles, and societal expectations. With the backdrop of the Great Depression, their friendships are tested and their lives forever changed.
Orphans of the Storm follows the lives of two sisters, one blind and one orphaned, as they navigate through the turbulent times of the French Revolution. Their bond is tested as they search for each other amidst political turmoil, deceit, and a love triangle. This silent film depicts the struggles of the lower classes and the stark contrast with the aristocracy in a time of great upheaval.
Culloden is a historical docudrama set in the 18th century during the Jacobite Rebellion in Scotland. It focuses on the brutal Battle of Culloden between the British Army and the Highlanders seeking independence. The film portrays the violence, butchery, and brutality of the battle, highlighting the struggles and sacrifices of the Scottish people.
Tess of the D'Urbervilles follows the story of Tess, a young woman from a poor background who is seduced and later abandoned by her cousin. She faces numerous challenges and tragedies as she tries to navigate her way through the rigid social expectations of Victorian England.
In 'Latin Lovers,' an American oil tycoon meets a Brazilian man and they embark on a whirlwind romance, facing various obstacles along the way. The movie explores cross-cultural relationships and the challenges of love.
The mysterious owner of a costume shop rents a Santa Claus suit to three very different men: a math teacher trying to get the nerve to propose, a homeless restaurateur trying to hide from the mob, and a harried political speech writer visiting with his estranged wife and son. Their lives are inexorably changed by their experience of playing Santa Claus.
Roman Scandals is a pre-code musical comedy with elements of fantasy and romance. It follows the story of a man who is transported back to ancient Rome and embarks on a series of misadventures, including being sold into slavery and participating in a chariot race. The film features catchy musical numbers, comedic farce, and a touch of romance.
This show is about a couple broken and cheated Welsh families that decide in order to live they need to drive their cattle beasts to London for the best price. Unfortunately, there's the evil landholder that wants to kick everyone out of the valley and see the good families starve and go to workhouses. His conniving treachery enables several issues to arise while the fellas and a few more travellers in their party attempt to persevere. Talk about cattle plague and cholera outbreaks, punishment for driving cattle on a Sunday, and other interesting issues are just a fraction of what six episodes will bring you. Adventure, horses, and a young Ray Stevens without a shirt on.
A hat-check girl at the Stork Club pretends to be wealthy in order to impress a swindler, but the plan backfires when she falls in love with a handsome marine.
Sam the white-washer pines for the affluent Lindy, but she has dumped him in favor of another. Sam finds a large sum of money, and goes to New York to enjoy a shopping spree, buying new clothes, jewelry and a car with a driver. Back home, Lindy flips for Sam and his newfound wealth, and dumps the rival. Sam throws an engagement party where he indulges in a friendly game of cards with his former rival and another man, who unbeknownst to Sam, is a card shark.
Wealthy Jervis Pendleton acts as benefactor for orphan Judy Abbott, anonymously sponsoring her in her boarding school. But as she grows up, he finds himself falling in love with her, and she with him, though she does not know that the man she has fallen for is her benefactor.
A well-dressed woman leaves her home and takes a carriage to a department store. While she is in the store, she steals several items, and is caught by store employees. Meanwhile, a poor woman with two small children steals a loaf of bread out of desperation, and she is quickly caught and arrested. Both women are taken to the police station and then into court, to see what penalty each of them must face.
Bumping Into Broadway is a comedy film about a struggling playwright who encounters various comedic misadventures while trying to make it big on Broadway. From police raids to dance numbers, the playwright's journey is filled with laughter and unexpected twists. Will he be able to overcome the obstacles and find success?
Dance hall Romeos and an irresponsible father create comic complications in the life of a nickel-per-whirl taxi dancer.
An Irish washerwoman's daughter falls in love with one of America's most eligible bachelors, much to the dismay of the girl's parents -- and the young doctor's newly acquired fiancée! Events come to a head at the charity masked ball, which the two girls happen to attend in very similar costumes, thanks to the largesse of Molly's benevolent "fairy godfather"...
With the help of a feisty aristocratic woman, a working-class Scotland Yard inspector hunts for a serial killer of young women in Victorian London.
Fatty gets kicked out of a bar, and then the place gets a bomb threat.
Nancy Courtney, a once wealthy socialite, has had to struggle to maintain a facade of prosperity ever since her father's death. Although she loves writer DeWitt Taylor, who is indifferent to amassing a fortune, her mother urges her to marry stockbroker Norman Cravath instead. Nancy acquiesces to her mother's wishes but, despite the fact her new husband does everything he can to please her, she is miserable in her marriage.