Movies and TvShows featuring "reform" theme.
In order to make sure that Koryo was free, Gong Min Wang married a woman he did not love. The Mongolians ruled Koryo so Gong Min Wang married the Mongolian princess in hopes that one day Koryo could be freed. Shin Don was a Buddhist priest who both Queen Nokuk and King Gong Min depended on for advice in ruling Koryo.
This series travels the length and breadth of Britain to find out how the Victorians built Britain. It uncovers the incredible and surprising stories behind iconic landmarks; discovers the hidden heroes behind the epic constructions; and finds out how the incredible advances made by the Victorians forged the world we live in today.
The story of county party secretary Mei Xiaoge and the reforms he and his colleagues introduce to bring about much-needed change and development to the lives of the people of Guangming County.
A definitive look at how the new challenges facing the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia could change our world. This investigative series takes an in-depth look at one of the most important international stories of our generation, examining a crucial moment in Saudi Arabia's history - one that could impact the future of the world at large.
Set in the 18th century, A Royal Affair tells the story of a physician who becomes the confidant and lover to Denmark's mentally ill King Christian VII. Their relationship takes a turn when Catherine the Great of Russia starts to manipulate the king, leading to political intrigue and power struggles. Based on a true story, this period drama explores themes of love, betrayal, and the pursuit of power.
The Angels' Share is a comedy crime drama set in Scotland. Robbie, a young ex-convict, learns about the world of whiskey and hatches a plan to steal valuable whiskey from a distillery. Along with his friends, he navigates through challenges and obstacles to carry out the heist. This uplifting movie explores themes of redemption, friendship, and second chances.
In May 1974, Valéry Giscard d'Estaing became President of the Republic and wanted to bring about a new era of modernity. One of his first decisions was to break up the ORTF with the creation of three new television channels: TF1, Antenne 2 and FR3. Three new public channels but autonomous and competing. It is a race for the audience which is engaged then, and from now on the channels will make the war! This competition will give birth to a real golden age for television programs, with variety shows in the forefront. The stars of the song are going to invade the living rooms of the French for their biggest pleasure. This unedited documentary tells the story of the metamorphosis of this television of the early 1970s, between freedom of tone, scandals, political intrigues and programs that have become mythical.
Following a national crisis, the citizens of Iceland rallied together to collectively write the first ever crowdsourced constitution. A deeply touching account of an eclectic group of individuals reinventing democracy through the rewriting of the nation's constitution, proving that Iceland is not a broken country but instead an intricate web of concerns, ideas, and ultimately creative solutions.
In 'Justice, My Foot!', a corrupt lawyer poses as a judge to reform the justice system after he and his wife experience the tragedy of losing a child. With his witty and cunning antics, he brings humor and chaos to the courtroom, ultimately seeking justice for himself and others.
In Sarileru Neekevvaru, a soldier named Ajay takes on corrupt politicians and saves a village. He exposes their scams and reforms the system while also dealing with personal and family relationships.
A ronin samurai comes to the aid of a small village that is being oppressed by a powerful and cruel clan. Together with two other skilled samurais, they fight against injustice and defend the villagers from harm.
An Iron Bodyguard called Wang Wu meets a scholar and forms a strong friendship with him after they fight some villains together. The scholar is a member of the reformists - a group of scholars pressing for social reform in China towards the end of the Qing dynasty. The Emperor is actually all for reforms, and appoints this group to run the country. This doesn't suit the Empress Dowager though, as she has no intention of losing her power. She orders the reformists to be arrested, and Chen Kuan Tai hence gets drawn into politics despite having no real political views himself.
Sword of the Beast follows the story of a ronin who becomes a fugitive after discovering a hidden stash of gold. As he tries to escape his pursuers, he finds himself drawn into a dangerous power struggle and must decide where his loyalties lie.
In Bedlam, a mentally ill woman finds herself in jeopardy as she tries to navigate through a corrupt system. With the help of a kind-hearted African-American, they uncover the dark secrets of the asylum and fight for their freedom.
Boys Town is a boys' boarding school in Nebraska run by Father Edward J. Flanagan. When a young troublemaker named Whitey Marsh comes to Boys Town, he starts a series of pranks and conflicts with another boy, Pee Wee. But as they both face challenges and learn valuable life lessons, they become friends and work together to save the reputation of Boys Town.
Horse racing provides the framework of this crime drama that centers on an orphan who has been raising a promising horse.
After being convicted of stealing some jewels, Annette Eldrige is sent to a reformatory administered by a sadistic and corrupt female warder. However, one of the board of trustees takes an interest in the new arrival and begins to investigate the management of the institution.
Cellmates is a comedic and poignant film about Leroy Lowe, a prison warden in Texas, who forms an unlikely friendship with Valentin, a Mexican immigrant artist. Together, they navigate the challenges of racism, poverty, and the prison system while exploring themes of redemption, art, and social reform. With a touch of surrealism and deadpan humor, Cellmates is a unique and thought-provoking film.