Movies and TvShows featuring "religious-fanaticism" theme.

In the past, as Adalberto Rangel, he met and seduced Maria Paula. With a calculated coldheart, he married her, stole her fortune, then abandoned her, unaware she was pregnant at the time. Ten years later, accompanied by her son Renato, Maria Paula plots to recover her dignity and to find justice by getting revenge against the indignities done to her.

A woman named Rose searches for her adopted daughter Sharon in the strange and desolate town of Silent Hill. As she navigates the town, she encounters supernatural creatures and horrifying events. Along the way, she uncovers the dark secrets of Silent Hill and must confront the darkness within herself.

DOTA: Dragon's Blood is an action-packed fantasy anime TV show that follows the journeys of various characters in a world filled with dragons, magic, and intense battles. The story revolves around a dragon knight who is possessed by a powerful dragon and a mute woman who becomes his unlikely ally. Together, they face off against evil forces and navigate through a complex web of political intrigue and supernatural fantasy.

Midnight Mass follows a small fishing community that is thrown into disarray when a mysterious man arrives on an island. The community, already grappling with religious fanaticism and hypocrisy, becomes even more divided as supernatural horrors begin to unfold. As tensions rise, secrets are revealed, and the town is haunted by the consequences of their actions.

Modus follows a psychology professor and criminal profiler as they investigate a series of murders in Stockholm, Sweden. The case becomes more complex as they uncover a connection to religious fanaticism and a hate crime.

Prayers for Bobby is a heart-wrenching biography drama that tells the true story of a mother's journey from intolerance to acceptance after her teenage son, Bobby, commits suicide because of his struggles with homophobia. Through her grief, she becomes a powerful advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and works to challenge the religious-fanaticism that contributed to her son's tragic event. This movie highlights the importance of love, acceptance, and the consequences of prejudice.

Outlaws - For Greater Glory (2012) is a historical drama set in Mexico during the 1920s. It tells the story of the Cristero War, a rebellion against the Mexican government's persecution of the Catholic Church. The movie follows the lives of several key figures involved in the conflict, including a retired general, a US ambassador, and a Mexican soldier. As the violence and brutality escalate, the characters must confront their own beliefs and make difficult choices that could have dire consequences.

Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror is a documentary that delves into the fascinating history and enduring allure of the folk horror genre. It explores the origins of folk horror, its cultural and social significance, and its impact on cinema. From ancient rituals and pagan beliefs to modern interpretations of folklore, this documentary examines the themes and motifs that make folk horror such a captivating and enduring genre.

In Alucarda, a young girl named Justine becomes friends with a mysterious orphan named Alucarda. As they delve deeper into their friendship, they uncover a world of satanic rituals, possession, and evil nuns. Together, they face supernatural powers and struggle with their own inner demons.

The Restless Gun is an American western television series that appeared on NBC between 1957 and 1959, with John Payne in the role of Vint Bonner, a wandering cowboy in the era after the American Civil War. A skilled gunfighter, Bonner is an idealistic person who prefers peaceful resolutions of conflict wherever possible. He is gregarious, intelligent, and public-spirited. The half-hour black-and-white program aired seventy-eight episodes. Jeanne Bates appeared in varying roles with Payne in five episodes of The Restless Gun. The Restless Gun theme song begins: "I ride with the wind, my eyes on the sun, and my hand on my restless gun..." The song composer is probably Paul Dunlap, credited as the primary series composer, but could have been contributed to by either of the two other series composers, Dave Kahn and Stanley Wilson, also. Two versions are currently posted on YouTube, but neither posting lists any composer or performance credits.

After the Freelings move into a new house, the (now deceased) evil preacher Kane returns to continue tormenting them. With the help of a Native American shaman, they must face their fears and protect their family from the supernatural forces that threaten them.

During the Spanish Civil War, a dying father seeks forgiveness while his son uncovers a shocking betrayal. This intense story explores themes of love, martyrdom, and the struggle for identity amidst the chaos of war.

The Devils is a dark and provocative drama set in seventeenth century France, where an evil Catholic priest named Urbain Grandier wreaks havoc on a small town. Amidst political and religious turmoil, Grandier's lust for power leads him to manipulate and exploit the town's women, leading to mass hysteria and sexual perversion. The film explores themes of religious fanaticism, repressed sexuality, and the corrupting influence of power.

In a post-apocalyptic America, devastated by a vampire epidemic, a vampire hunter named Mister takes a young boy named Martin under his wing. They travel through the ravaged land in search of a safe haven called New Eden, while battling bloodthirsty vampires and encountering various survivors along the way.

In 1895, an archaeologist named Stephen Banning accidentally awakens an ancient mummy named Kharis while exploring an Egyptian tomb. The mummy begins to wreak havoc, seeking revenge for the desecration of the tomb and the death of his beloved princess. As the curse spreads, Stephen's son must find a way to stop the mummy before it's too late.

In 1883, a British general leads an invading army to Khartoum, Sudan, facing resistance from the Sudanese forces. The film depicts the epic battle and the last stand of the British forces.

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.

Bombay is a story of forbidden love between a Hindu man and a Muslim woman amidst the backdrop of religious tensions and terrorism in the city. The film explores themes of religious tolerance, family relationships, and the power of love. It follows the lives of two twin brothers and their intertwining journeys in a divided society.

Alice, Sweet Alice is a chilling horror thriller about a masked killer who terrorizes a young girl on the night before her first holy communion. As the young girl's family and community try to uncover the identity of the killer, dark secrets and hidden motives are revealed, leading to a shocking climax.

An investigator and a priest are caught up in a thrilling and dangerous plot involving archeology, terrorism, and a body that holds dark secrets.