Movies and TvShows featuring "protest-demonstration" theme.
In 1960s Baltimore, a plump teenager named Tracy Turnblad dreams of dancing on The Corny Collins Show, a local TV dance program. When Tracy wins a role on the show, she becomes a celebrity overnight. However, Tracy's emergence as a star threatens the reigning dance queen, Amber Von Tussle, and her domineering mother, Velma. With the help of her friend Seaweed, Tracy fights for racial integration on the show while pursuing her own dreams of stardom.
I Am Not Your Negro is a documentary that delves into the history of racism and civil rights in America. It explores the themes of civil unrest, social commentary, racial oppression, and political repression. The film showcases the perspectives of prominent African-American figures like Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X, and highlights the ongoing struggle for equality and justice.
Germinal is a dramatic film set in the late 1800s during the industrial revolution in France. It follows the struggles of a group of coal miners as they face oppressive working conditions, poverty, and social unrest. The story focuses on Etienne Lantier, a mechanic who joins the miners in their fight for better rights and living conditions. Along the way, he becomes involved in a forbidden romance and witnesses the harsh realities of the mining industry. Germinal explores themes of class struggle, inequality, and the power of collective action.
Veneciafrenia is a dark comedy horror film set in Venice, Italy. A group of friends travels to Venice for a bachelorette party, but their joyous trip takes a terrifying turn when they become the target of a masked killer. As the friends are murdered one by one, they must fight for survival and uncover the identity of the killer. Filled with gore, slasher horror, and black humor, Veneciafrenia is a thrilling and bloody ride through the canals of Venice.
Made in Dagenham is a comedy-drama film based on the true story of a group of women working at the Ford automobile factory in Dagenham, England, who went on strike in 1968 to demand equal pay. The film follows the journey of Rita O'Grady, who becomes the leader of the strike and fights against sexism and discrimination. Despite facing pressure from management and the government, the women's strike leads to a significant victory for equal pay.
A young boy in Alabama witnesses the struggles of his free-spirited aunt as she fights for justice and liberation in the racially-divided society of the 1960s.
Spotswood is a comedy-drama set in 1960s Australia. The film follows the story of an aspiring fashion model who becomes involved in a romantic rivalry and labor unrest at a factory where the owner is planning to downsize. The protagonist, a factory worker, finds himself in a fish-out-of-water situation as he tries to navigate the world of big business. The film explores themes of family relationships, culture clash, and the challenges faced by blue-collar workers in a changing world. Spotswood offers social commentary and satirical parody while providing an entertaining and heartwarming story.
A World Apart follows the story of a 13-year-old girl living in Johannesburg, South Africa during the apartheid era. She witnesses the struggle for freedom and equality as her mother becomes involved in the anti-apartheid movement. Through friendship and personal growth, the girl navigates the challenges of living under house arrest and dealing with an absent father, all while yearning to make a difference in her country.
A marketing consultant named Mike is chosen to transport the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree from Oregon to Washington, D.C. Along the way, he faces various challenges and forms unexpected relationships.
It all began when camcorders replaced cameras. Making TV programs then became within everyone's reach. Jean-Lou, Yasmina, Victor, Clara, Adonis, and the others didn't only want to create their own television channel, they above all wanted to make a revolution. Thus Télé Gaucho was born, as anarchic and provocative as the main channels were conformist and reactionary. Five years of mayhem, brutal pirate TV demonstrations, drunken parties, and thwarted love.. And that was my idyllic interlude.
True Love Blooms follows the story of two individuals who, amidst job offers, eviction notices, and a press conference, find themselves falling in love while creating a rooftop garden in a condo development. As they navigate through misunderstandings and romantic rivalries, they discover the power of community and the true meaning of love.
A group of Catholic schoolgirls embark on a road trip from Pennsylvania to California, encountering various comedic situations along the way.
Wackersdorf is a historical drama that depicts the events of the anti-nuclear protest in the small town of Wackersdorf, Bavaria in 1986. The film centers around the conflict between friends, the social democrat mayor of the town, and the state-employed police forces who brutally clash with protesters. The story highlights the political protest, police brutality, and the social and political climate in West Germany during that time.
Inspired by the story of Malik Oussekine, an affair of police violence which is believed to have caused the death of 22-year-old Malik Oussekine on the night of 5-6 December 1986, following several weeks of student protests against a university reform bill
Winfield College students rebel against a stodgy professor who won't permit "swing" music be played in their varsity show. They appeal to a big Broadway alumnus and have him direct their show. What they don't know is that this "star's" last three shows were flops.
Opening at the funeral mass for Mikel, we flashback to those that played a part in Mikel's life and death; his estranged wife, his traditional Basque mother, a female impersonator and friend to Mikel in his coming out, and even the local priest.
The shy late twenties Torsten tile lives with his mother in a bleak Berlin slab. In the guise of his alter ego "Lux - Warrior of Light" he tries to make the world a little bit better. He distributes food to the homeless and helps out on his forays through the city wherever he can. A film crew accompanies him to make a documentary about the social engagement of the self-appointed real-life superhero. Jan, the director, is still looking for a donor. The resourceful producer Brandt shows interest, but on condition that he sees something spectacular.
What Would Jesus Buy? is a documentary comedy that delves into the commercialization of Christmas and the rise of consumerism. The film follows Reverend Billy and the Church of Stop Shopping Gospel Choir as they embark on a cross-country journey to save Christmas from the shopocalypse.
A man and his HIV-positive twin take an insurance company to court over a possibly life-saving bone marrow transplant.
In Berlin, when the journalist Greg Bachmann is released from prison six months before the end of his sentence, there is a driver named Jupp waiting for him. Soon he learns that the famous journalist Cesar Boyd was the responsible for the shorter sentence. Cesar offers a position of his assistant to Greg; in return, Boyd would write his story about his interviews to war criminals and Greg would help him in other matters. Meanwhile Boyd welcomes the daughter of a deceased friend, Bettina, and he becomes her guardian.