Movies and TvShows featuring "public-execution" theme.

When his family is murdered, a deaf-mute named Boy escapes to the jungle and is trained by a mysterious shaman to repress his childish imagination and become an instrument of death.

The Good Lord Bird is a TV show set in the 19th century United States, during the time of the American Civil War. It follows the story of an abolitionist group that incites war, with a unique and humorous twist. The protagonist, a young boy, dresses as a girl and becomes involved in a murder and gang activity. This dark comedy explores the themes of slavery, religious movements, and the historical setting of early America.

Two men face off in a savage, deserted world. Bounty hunter Red Bill is on the hunt for a particular outlaw and is collecting the heads of other wanted individuals as he searches. His investigations take him to the town of Greenvale where he falls foul of the local sheriff Arthur McCoy who sees him as infringing on his territory. The sheriff is also not above using his position to enrich himself. In addition there is the gold-obsessed Thompson who is trying to acquire all the land in and around Greenvale by any means possible.

Robbed of his birthright, Arthur comes up the hard way in the back alleys of the city. But once he pulls the sword from the stone, he is forced to acknowledge his true legacy - whether he likes it or not. Mordred, an iron fist warlock, and his armies lay siege to Camelot, seeking to establish the dominance of magic-wielding Mages over humankind...

Scottish warrior William Wallace witnesses the invasion of his homeland by King Edward I of England. After surviving the death of his family, Wallace returns to Scotland and marries his childhood friend Murron. When Murron is executed by the English, Wallace leads a rebellion against the tyrannical king. With the support of the Scottish clans, Wallace achieves victory in battles and secures the assistance of Robert the Bruce. As Wallace's legend grows, he faces betrayal and must continue his fight for freedom, ultimately inspiring Robert to lead the Scottish army in a victorious battle against the English.

A prison guard on death row discovers an inmate, John Coffey, who has the power to heal. As he forms a bond with John, he tries to save him from being executed.

In the 19th century, Amsterdam Vallon returns to New York City's Five Points seeking revenge against Bill the Butcher, who killed his father. He infiltrates Bill's inner circle and plans to kill him during a ceremony. Along the way, Amsterdam discovers a complicated love triangle and becomes involved in a criminal empire. Eventually, he confronts Bill and ends up exacting his revenge, but at a great cost. The movie explores themes of violence, corruption, and the struggle for power in a tumultuous time in American history.

In the midst of the Cold War, a group of high school students in a small American town find themselves facing a Soviet invasion. Determined to protect their home and loved ones, they form a resistance movement known as the Wolverines. The teenagers must navigate the challenges of guerrilla warfare as they fight back against the occupying Soviet forces. Filled with bravery, action, and a sense of patriotism, 'Red Dawn' showcases the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

Two Irish Catholic brothers, Connor and Murphy, become vigilantes after receiving a vision from God. They set out to rid Boston of evil men by killing Russian mobsters and other criminals. FBI agent Paul Smecker joins forces with them, while investigating the murders. The brothers, along with their friend Rocco, go on a series of missions, cleansing the city of criminals. They eventually discover that their long-lost father, Il Duce, is also a vigilante. Together, they infiltrate the headquarters of the Yakavetta crime family, killing Papa Joe and declaring their mission to destroy evil.

In a land ruled by a corrupt minister, a loyal knight seeks vengeance for the death of his master. He leads a group of warriors in a daring mission to infiltrate the minister's castle, facing dangers and betrayals along the way.

In the 1600s, in Salem, Massachusetts, a series of false accusations leads to public hysteria and the wrongful execution of innocent people accused of witchcraft.

Set in 18th-century Spain, "Goya's Ghosts" tells the story of Francisco Goya, a renowned painter caught in the web of the Spanish Inquisition. The film explores his struggles with art, religion, and politics, as well as his relationship with a young muse. Goya's life takes a dramatic turn when the Inquisition targets him for heresy and corruption. The movie delves into the themes of power, injustice, and the impact of the Inquisition on Spanish society.

In Chicago in the 1920s, two death-row murderesses, Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, develop a fierce rivalry as they compete for publicity, celebrity, and the attention of a sleazy lawyer. Through manipulation, lies, and media spectacle, Roxie becomes a celebrity herself, while Velma desperately tries to get back in the limelight. The two murderesses engage in a rivalry to outshine each other until they eventually join forces for a successful stage career.

A space pirate seeks redemption and leads a rebellion against an alien empire.

In 1925 Shanghai, Chen Zhen, a martial arts expert and student of Huo Yuanjia, returns to avenge his master's death and uncover a Japanese occupation plot.

James and Em Foster vacation at a beach resort in La Tolqa. An accident exposes the resort's perverse subculture of hedonistic tourism, reckless violence, and surreal horrors. James pays to have a clone killed in his place, while Em wants to leave. James is introduced to a group of tourists who pay to watch their doubles get slaughtered. They encourage James to engage in criminal behavior and abuse the resort staff. James tries to flee but is captured. He beats his clone to death and is rewarded by Gabi. James decides to stay at the closed resort.

In the 1850s, a criminal mastermind and his team plan to rob a train and steal a strongbox filled with gold. Based on a true story, the film explores the historical figure's elaborate scheme and the challenges they face in executing the heist. As tensions rise and the authorities close in, the criminals must use their wit and deception to outsmart their pursuers.

After being transported back in time to medieval England, a modern-day theme park employee must use his knowledge of the future to survive and find a way back home.

Quills is a movie set in 19th century Paris, focusing on the life of the Marquis de Sade. The film explores themes of insanity, sexuality, and freedom of expression as the Marquis continues to write and publish controversial works from within an insane asylum. As the story progresses, we witness the Marquis engaging in various scandalous activities, including smuggling contraband, engaging in homoeroticism, and committing acts of violence. Quills offers a provocative and thought-provoking examination of society's treatment of deviant individuals and the power of art to challenge societal norms.

In the matriarchal society of Mega State, men are oppressed and women hold all the power. Jacky, a young man, finds himself caught in a web of political intrigue and gender inequality. He embarks on a journey to challenge the norms and fight for equality, all while navigating a world where he is seen as an outsider. With a surprise ending, this satire-comedy explores themes of power, censorship, and the dynamics between men and women.