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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

A destitute man ready to drown himself is rescued by a caring passing woman. Soon thereafter forgiven by his dying father, he inherits great wealth and becomes engaged to a society woman. When she only laughs at the poor on a slumming trip, he remembers his own past and the woman who saved him.

A generous boy tries to help a girl who does not believe in Santa Claus because of her family's poverty.

In pursuit of a pretty miss, Luke gets admitted to a hospital.

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.

Three Wise Girls follows the story of three young women, Nan, Gladys, and Angela, who move to the city and find themselves facing various challenges in their pursuit of love and success. Nan struggles with her jilted lover, while Gladys faces sexual harassment at work. Angela, on the other hand, becomes involved with a wealthy married man. As they navigate the complexities of relationships and navigate the fast-paced city life, the three friends learn important life lessons and find their own paths to happiness.

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"...

The father of a working class family is having trouble finding a job, because the local textile mill is hiring only inexpensive child labor. Reluctantly, he allows his oldest daughter to work in the mill. Meanwhile, in New York, the wealthy businessman Hanscomb is being urged to speak out against child labor, but he declines to do so. Then, while Mrs. Hanscomb and her daughter are traveling, the young girl accidentally wanders away, gets lost, and is taken in by the working class family. To help them, she takes a job in the mill. While this is taking place, Hanscomb has initiated a search for the daughter even as he goes about building up his financial empire.