Movies and TvShows featuring "religious-hypocrisy" theme.
The Righteous Gemstones is a witty and irreverent TV show that revolves around the lives of the Gemstone family, a wealthy and dysfunctional clan of televangelists. As they navigate their opulent lifestyle, greed, family relationships, and the dark comedic aspects of their religious empire are explored. The show sheds light on the complexities of religion, wealth, and the dynamic within a dysfunctional family, providing a humorous and insightful portrayal.
Don Vito Corleone, the head of a mafia family, decides to pass down his criminal empire to his son Michael. However, this decision unknowingly puts his family in grave danger. Michael, a decorated war hero, initially wants nothing to do with his family's criminal activities. But when his father is critically injured, Michael takes matters into his own hands and becomes deeply involved in the world of organized crime. As tensions rise and enemies gather, Michael must navigate a dangerous path to protect his family and secure their legacy.
Two churchgoing couples enjoy small town family life in Texas - until somebody picks up an axe.
After the tragic loss of her son and husband, a woman named Shin-ae moves to the small town of Miryang. She becomes involved in the local church and forms a relationship with a car mechanic named Jong-Chan. However, Shin-ae's grief and the religious hypocrisy she encounters push her into a downward spiral, leading her to make a shocking decision. The film explores themes of faith, forgiveness, and the complex emotions experienced in the aftermath of loss.
Candy Montgomery is a 1980s housewife and mother who did everything right. When the pressure of conformity builds within, her actions scream for just a bit of freedom--until someone tells her to shush--with deadly results.
When a religious cult comes under investigation for an alleged murder, a detective uncovers a web of dark secrets and supernatural forces at play.
Based on a true story, The Magdalene Sisters depicts the lives of four young women who are sent to a Magdalene Asylum, a home for 'fallen' women run by the Catholic Church. They endure physical and psychological abuse, forced labor, and sexual harassment. The movie explores themes of religion, sin, and the fight for women's rights.
Tommy, a devout catholic, is hired by a Priest to be his driver. Things take a turn on his first day when Tommy accidentally sneezes on the priest. The rest revolves around Tommy's tryst with his faith, guilt and man's ever craving to suffer.
After Diane Martin is raped by a hitchhiker and becomes pregnant, she must face the pious faculty at the school where she teaches who condemn her "loose morals" and ostracize her. Based on a true story.
When a high school student in Indiana wants to take her girlfriend to the prom, a group of narcissistic Broadway stars travel to her small town to support her and fight against the intolerance she faces from the community.
The lives of three young Middle Eastern women intertwine as they struggle to defy tradition and create their own realities. From an arranged marriage and a lesbian love affair to an abusive family situation, the film delicately tackles some of the issues Middle Eastern women are confronted with today.
Elmer Gantry is a charismatic con-artist traveling salesman who becomes a successful evangelist preaching about religious revivalism. However, his true motives are revealed as he manipulates and exploits his followers for personal gain.
After Ben and George finally get married, George loses his job and they are forced to live apart. As they try to find a new place to live, their lives become entangled with friends, family, and the ever-changing landscape of New York City.
The Secret is a gripping true crime TV mini-series based on a shocking real-life murder case. Set in Northern Ireland in the 1990s, it follows the story of a dentist and his adulterous wife, whose affair leads to a double murder and a fake suicide. The series explores themes of religious hypocrisy, betrayal, and the dark side of human nature. With twists and turns at every corner, The Secret is a must-watch for fans of thrilling dramas.
The Occult Agenda documentary series is designed to awaken the church and non-believers alike to the spiritual warfare happening in the world today. Part I focuses on the Harry Potter phenomenon that has swept the world since author J.K. Rowling introduced her best-selling book series. But is Potter-mania merely the result of imaginative writing and clever marketing? Or could there be a hidden power behind the craze that has cast a spell on adults and children alike?
Based on true events that changed the law. This is the story of a survivor, Lyndal, a young woman sexually abused as an 11 year old while attending a prestigious school. Her courage to fight for justice is entrusted to a local lawyer determined to build a case and give Lyndal peace from her torment. With the help of his aspiring young associate and an enigmatic barrister, the lawyer and Lyndal find their way together.
Timbuktu is a drama film that takes place in the desert town of Timbuktu, Mali. The film explores the lives of the local residents who struggle with oppression and religious extremism imposed on them by Islamic fundamentalists. It delves into themes of religious conflict, abuse of power, and the clash of cultural values. The story follows various characters as they navigate through the challenges of living under strict Sharia law and the religious violence that ensues. The plot also touches upon topics such as civil war, religious prejudice, and forbidden forms of expression.
Miss Sadie Thompson, a redheaded woman, arrives at a South Pacific island where she captures the attention of everyone, including a U.S. Marine sergeant. However, her presence stirs up controversy and tensions rise as her past as a prostitute comes to light. The clash between her seductive nature and the self-righteousness of the religious community leads to betrayal, disillusionment, and a moral reformation.
Gay women living in the Deep South of the United States share stories of the bigotry, sexism, intimidation, and racism that confronts them in a part of the country known for its culture of Christian conservatism.