Movies and TvShows featuring "protest-march" theme.

In 1968, during the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, massive protests against the Vietnam War occurred. After a curfew was imposed, the protests escalated into a police riot. Seven demonstrators, including Abbie Hoffman, Jerry Rubin, Bobby Seale, and others, were charged with conspiracy. The story revolves around their trial and the events leading up to it.

Gandhi, a lawyer, leads the Indian revolts against British rule using nonviolent protest. He fights for the rights of Indians in South Africa and later returns to India to fight for independence. Despite setbacks, violence, and imprisonment, Gandhi's campaign gains international attention and eventually leads to India's independence. However, the country is divided into India and Pakistan, causing religious tensions and violence. Gandhi spends his last days trying to bring peace and is eventually assassinated.

During the Russian Revolution, a medical student turned doctor, Yuri Zhivago, finds himself torn between his love for two women and his ideals. As the world around him changes, Yuri must navigate the chaos of war and political upheaval while trying to hold onto his principles and find love in a time of turmoil.

In 1960s London, a fashion photographer accidentally captures a murder on his camera. As he investigates the mysterious images, he becomes immersed in a world of suspicion, illusion, and surreal encounters. With the help of a mysterious woman, he tries to uncover the truth while losing his sense of reality.

The Double Life of Véronique follows the lives of two women, Véronique from Poland and Weronika from France, who share a mysterious connection. They both have a passion for music and possess similar physical attributes. As their lives unfold, they experience strange occurrences and encounter situations that mirror each other. The film explores themes of identity, duality, and the intangible connections that transcend reality.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. leads a historic campaign for equal voting rights, organizing a march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama in 1965, facing violent opposition and political obstacles.

Simply Black is a comedy that explores the complexities of systemic racism and interethnic relationships through the story of a failed project that leads to a controversial film casting and a series of awkward and hilarious moments. Set in Paris, the film highlights the struggles faced by black people and addresses issues of police violence, ethnic stereotypes, and the power of protest.

A sergeant and a female soldier team up to stop a terrorist plot in West Germany. They face deception, betrayal, and danger as they race against time to prevent an assassination. With car chases, explosions, and intense suspense, this movie will keep you on the edge of your seat.

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.

The Edge of Heaven follows the lives of several characters, including a man seeking forgiveness, a daughter trying to find her father, and a woman arrested for political activism. Their stories converge in a tragic event, highlighting the complex relationships and cultural dynamics between Germany and Turkey.

A 17 year-old student is forced to get off the fence he has actively sat on all his life to stand up for himself, his whanau (family) and his future in this heartwarming story of identity.

The Method is a gripping drama that takes place entirely in a single room where seven candidates compete for a prestigious executive job. As the pressure mounts and the competition becomes increasingly intense, their true characters are revealed and alliances are formed and broken. Loyalties are tested and the candidates are pushed to their limits, leading to shocking revelations and bitter disillusionment.

In an insurrectionary climate, four twenty-year-old friends talk about politics. As a big protest looms, one of them, Clara, has to write a college essay. Caught in the virtual images and the comfort of her bedroom, going out is harder than expected.

In the year 1867, a group of businessmen in Denver, Colorado, try to transport 40 wagons of whiskey over a treacherous mountain pass. Along the way, they encounter numerous obstacles including quicksand, Native Americans, a military band, and a labor strike. Amidst the chaos, a father-daughter relationship blooms and love triumphs as the journey ends with a grand wedding.

Ginger and Rosa, two best friends in 1960s London, navigate the complexities of adolescence, friendship, love, and the looming threat of nuclear war during the Cuban Missile Crisis. As they struggle to find their place in a changing world, their friendship is tested and they must confront their own fears and desires.

Mondays in the Sun is a drama-comedy film set in a coastal town in Spain, following a group of unemployed dockworkers who are struggling with economic hardship. The film explores their daily lives, frustrations, and attempts to find meaning and hope in their situation. Through their interactions and experiences, the movie delves into themes of friendship, survival, and the human spirit in the face of adversity.

In 'The Hospital,' a series of murders plague a busy hospital, throwing the staff and patients into chaos. As the hospital's chief-of-staff investigates, he uncovers a web of medical negligence, mental illness, and personal responsibility. Amidst the chaos, a romantic subplot develops and the staff must confront their own conflicts and midlife crises. With its absurdist humor and satire, 'The Hospital' is a comedic mystery movie that explores the dark side of healthcare.

On 5th September 1981, a group of women came together to change the world. These women marched from Wales to Berkshire to protest over nuclear weapons being kept at RAF Greenham Common. The Greenham Common Women’s Peace Camp that followed, challenged world leaders, altering the course of history and went on to inspire millions as the world’s first and biggest female-only demonstration, preceded only by the suffragettes.

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.

Julia, a dedicated music student, gets involved in the growing feminist movement on her university campus – a group effort where women step up to bring attention to the widespread harassment and abuse suffered by many of their peers. Amid the excitement of protest marches, Julia joins her friends in dancing and singing, revisiting her own experiences of mistreatment. As she gathers the courage to share her story, she unexpectedly becomes a central figure in the movement-a role she didn't foresee, which forces her to address her identity as a survivor in a society that promises change but remains resistant to it.