Movies and TvShows featuring "scrap-metal-merchant" theme.

The Selfish Giant is a drama film about two young boys, Arbor and Swifty, who find solace and excitement in the dangerous world of scrap metal collection. As they work for a local scrap dealer, they navigate through poverty, friendship, and the tempting allure of illegal activities. Inspired by Oscar Wilde's short story, the film is a gritty portrayal of life in a working-class neighborhood in Yorkshire, England.

In 'Project Grizzly,' an inventor in Alberta, Canada becomes obsessed with creating a high-tech suit of armor to protect himself from grizzly bear attacks. Along with his brother, he navigates rocky mountains and dangerous encounters with bears as they test the suit's capabilities. This documentary explores family relationships, survivalist instincts, and the quest for scientific research in the wilderness.

Holler is a coming-of-age drama about a high school senior, Ruth, who is caught stealing from a library and must navigate the challenges of being evicted from her home. She works as a scrapper with her brother, Blaze, and dreams of saving enough money for college. As Ruth falls in love and faces the hardships of living in a dying town, she must make difficult choices that will shape her future.

An Episode in the Life of an Iron Picker is a gripping drama that tells the true story of a scrap metal merchant and his pregnant wife, who are faced with unimaginable challenges including poverty, a miscarriage, and the struggle to survive.

Raw Material is a documentary that follows the story of a scrap dealer in Greece, highlighting the challenges and hardships faced in the steel industry during the Greek crisis. The film explores themes of poverty, hard work, and the importance of recycling in a struggling economy.