Movies and TvShows featuring "refugee-camp" theme.
In the near future, a group of war journalists attempt to survive while reporting the truth as the United States stands on the brink of civil war.
Jack Hall, a paleoclimatologist, must make a daring trek from Washington, D.C. to New York City to save his son, trapped in the cross-hairs of a sudden international storm that plunges the planet into a new Ice Age. As the storm worsens, Jack discovers the urgency of his mission and the devastating effects of climate change. With the help of his colleagues and a meteorologist, Jack uses his weather model to forecast the extreme weather events happening worldwide. The climate system changes drastically, unleashing tornadoes, hailstorms, and icy conditions on major cities. As chaos ensues, Jack's son, Sam, finds himself in the middle of the storm in New York City. With time running out, Jack sets off to find his son, battling freezing temperatures and dangerous conditions. Meanwhile, the world faces a mass exodus as people try to escape the catastrophic weather. Jack's prediction of a new Ice Age comes true as the majority of the northern hemisphere is covered in ice, showcasing the devastating effects of climate change combined with the force of nature. The movie ends with a glimpse of hope, as survivors are rescued in Mexico and astronauts observe Earth from space, emphasizing the urgent need for environmental protection and action against climate change.
During World War II, a 12-year-old boy named Renato falls in love with Malèna, a beautiful woman who becomes the subject of gossip and slander in their small Italian town. As Renato watches her life unravel and witnesses her resilience, he becomes obsessed with protecting her. Despite the town's judgment and Malèna's own hardships, Renato's love for her remains unwavering. Years later, after the war, Malèna is reunited with her husband and Renato reflects on the impact she had on his life.
In 2027, worldwide female infertility has led to the collapse of society. The United Kingdom is a militarized police state, rounded up immigrants. Kidnapped by an immigrants rights group, Theo Faron is brought to its leader, his estranged wife Julian Taylor. Julian offers Theo money to acquire transit papers for a young refugee named Kee. They are ambushed by an armed gang, Julian is fatally shot. Kee reveals that she is pregnant and that Julian told her to trust only Theo. A plan is made to smuggle them into a refugee camp. The Fishes capture Kee, but Theo rescues her and her baby. As they escape amidst the chaos of war, Theo is shot and loses consciousness.
In the midst of the Sierra Leone Civil War, a fisherman named Solomon Vandy is captured by rebel forces, while his son Dia is forced to become a child soldier. A mercenary named Danny Archer, who trades arms for diamonds, forms an unlikely partnership with Solomon to find a rare pink diamond. Along with a journalist named Maddy Bowen, they navigate the dangerous diamond trade in an attempt to reunite Solomon with his family and expose the corrupt industry of blood diamonds.
The Day After (1983) is a drama/sci-fi TV movie that follows the lives of various individuals in Lawrence, Kansas, before, during, and after a nuclear war between the Soviet Union and the United States. The movie portrays the devastating consequences of a nuclear war, including the destruction of cities, mass deaths, and the struggles of survivors in the post-apocalyptic world. It explores themes of fear, despair, and the fragile nature of human existence in the face of total annihilation.
Paul Rusesabagina, a hotel manager, shelters over a thousand Tutsi refugees during their struggle against the Hutu militia in war-torn Rwanda.
Beasts of No Nation follows the journey of a young boy named Agu, who is forced to become a child soldier in a civil war. Through his eyes, we witness the horrors of war, the loss of innocence, and the struggle for survival.
Machine Gun Preacher follows the true story of Sam Childers, a former biker and drug dealer who turns his life around and becomes a preacher. He travels to Sudan and witnesses the atrocities committed by the Lord's Resistance Army. Determined to make a difference, Childers starts a mission to rescue children who have been forced to become soldiers, using his machine gun to protect them. As he fights against the LRA and faces personal challenges, Childers finds redemption and a new purpose in life.
Live and Become tells the story of an Ethiopian boy who is taken to Israel as a refugee during the famine in Ethiopia. To survive, he assumes the identity of a Jewish orphan and faces challenges of adapting to a new culture and dealing with his past traumas.
In a Better World follows the lives of two families, one in Denmark and another in an African refugee camp, as they navigate through themes of violence, revenge, and forgiveness. The story explores the consequences of violence and how it affects relationships and morality. It delves into topics such as bullying, war zones, and the struggles faced by refugees. Through the intertwined stories of the characters, the movie raises questions about the nature of human behavior and the choices we make.
Air America is a dark comedy about a civilian pilot caught up in the CIA's secret war in Laos, during the Vietnam War. He becomes involved in drug smuggling and black operations while trying to survive and expose the conspiracy.
In the 1980s, Congressman Charlie Wilson is more interested in partying than his legislative duties. When he learns about the Soviet war in Afghanistan, he decides to help the Afghan Mujahideen. With the help of a romantic interest and a maverick CIA operative, Charlie doubles the CIA budget to support the rebels. Through political bargaining and careful planning, they supply the guerrillas with weapons and turn the Soviet occupation into a deadly quagmire. This covert operation becomes a major part of U.S. foreign policy, known as the Reagan Doctrine.
When an immigration crisis causes tensions to boil over, the United States finds itself on the brink of a second civil war. Amidst the chaos, a diverse cast of characters including politicians, lobbyists, journalists, and everyday citizens must navigate the absurdity and violence of the conflict.
Viceroy's House is a gripping historical drama set in 1947, during the final days of British rule in India. It follows the true story of Lord Mountbatten, the last Viceroy of India, as he and his wife oversee the transition of power from the British Empire to an independent India. The film also explores the interfaith love story between a Hindu servant and a Muslim translator, set against the backdrop of escalating religious and ethnic conflict. As the nation awaits independence, tensions rise and violence erupts, leading to the partition of India and the birth of Pakistan. Viceroy's House is a tale of love, destiny, and the seismic events that shaped the modern history of the Indian subcontinent.
Tom and Mia inherit a family apartment and move to Athens. Tom is a company start-upper, while Mia becomes an anti-capitalist activist.
Bordertown is a 1995 Australian TV miniseries. It takes place in a post World War II refugee camp in Australia.
Before the Flood is a documentary that explores the effects of climate change on our planet. It follows actor Leonardo DiCaprio as he travels around the world to witness firsthand the devastating consequences of global warming. From melting glaciers to rising sea levels, the film raises awareness about the urgent need for action to combat climate change.
When a mild-mannered businessman gets caught in the crossfire of a dangerous drug cartel in Mexico, he must navigate his way out with the help of unexpected allies.
Bharat is a movie about the journey of a man named Bharat, and his experiences that run parallel to the journey of his nation. From the year 1947 to the present day, Bharat witnesses various significant events and faces numerous challenges. Through it all, he remains a steadfast companion to his country, as they both grow and evolve together.