Movies and TvShows featuring "self-defence" theme.

A Shaolin martial artist named Lee is recruited by Mr Braithwaite to attend a fighting tournament on Han's island under the guise of seeking revenge for his dead sister while secretly spying on Han, a former monk from Lee's temple who is also an opium lord. Lee meets other fighters, Roper and Williams, with their own agendas. On the island, Lee discovers Han's illegal activities and fights to free the prisoners and defeat Han in a final battle. In the end, Lee and Roper escape while Han is defeated.

Sparkle follows the journey of a girl group as they navigate fame, romance, and tragedy in the 1960s. The three sisters face challenges such as abusive relationships, drug addiction, and family struggles, all while pursuing their dreams of becoming successful singers.

A woman named Marian Parry sees a murder occur in the apartment building across from hers, but no one believes her. As she tries to uncover the truth, she finds herself caught in a web of danger and deceit.

When a man's pet cat, Keanu, is stolen, he and his cousin go undercover in a gang to retrieve him, leading to comedic chaos and unexpected encounters.

In 'Masquerade,' a young girl finds herself alone in her house when a masked thief breaks in. She must use her wits and self-defense skills to protect herself and survive the night. As the intruder hunts her down, she discovers hidden secrets about her family and the true motive behind the break-in. With each passing moment, the tension rises, and she must outsmart her assailant to stay alive.

Fugitive at 17 follows a young girl named Holly Hamilton who is accused of murdering her best friend. She goes on the run to prove her innocence and find the true killer, all while evading the authorities and uncovering dark secrets.

Aileen: Life and Death of a Serial Killer is a documentary film that explores the life and crimes of Aileen Wuornos, a woman who was convicted of murdering several men and sentenced to death. The film delves into her troubled childhood, her experiences as a prostitute, and the events leading up to her arrest. Through interviews with Aileen herself, as well as those close to her, the film attempts to shed light on her motivations and the circumstances that led to her becoming a serial killer.

Ramrod is a classic Western movie that takes place in the American West. It tells the story of a courageous rancher caught in a deadly feud, where he must defend himself and his ranch against enemies. Along the way, he faces stampedes, chases, standoffs, and even a seductive femme fatale. With stunning visuals and intense action, Ramrod is a must-watch for fans of the Old West.

After receiving a letter from his ex-girlfriend, Don McKay returns to his hometown and gets entangled in a web of deception, leading to a series of deadly consequences.

The Second Amendment of the Constitution forms the basis of this drama that follows the crusade of a lawyer to allow citizens to carry handguns. He launched his fight after his wife and daughter were killed during a robbery.

In 1973, four young African-American men stealing guns for self-defense in Brooklyn were cornered by the NYPD. A violent gun battle killed a police officer, beginning the longest hostage siege in NYPD history. The NYPD’s 130-year-old policy was to deliver an ultimatum, then respond with deadly force. Could visionary police psychologist Harvey Schlossberg convince his superiors to do the unthinkable – negotiate with “criminals” – and save twelve hostages from an impending bloodbath? In never-before-seen film and gripping interviews with survivors, HOLD YOUR FIRE uncovers what really happened in this landmark event with the potential to revolutionize American policing.

In East of Sweden, a single father takes a train journey from Finland to Sweden and has a chance encounter with an illegal immigrant. This encounter leads him to a moral dilemma as he becomes involved in a murder investigation.

The Denbow family denies access across their land to homesteaders. To evade a murder charge, Glenn Denbow marries Jane, the only witness who's in love with him. But the woman favors the settlers...

A priceless statuette "Dancing God" is transfered from Africa to France. Scoundrels of all stripes are dreaming of steeling it. The most clever of them are trying to replace the original with the copy. Chases, adventures, breathtaking stunts, shootouts - life is not worth a penny, when the priceless treasure is on stake.

Charlie, Danny and Gavin are down on their luck and out of work. After a chance encounter with Killer Ken, a self defense instructor, they decide to start their own security company, HeadLock Security. With not much experience but unbridled enthusiasm they may have bitten off more than they can chew

A Nova Scotian woman falls into a violently abusive relationship with a disgusting man, finally taking drastic measures to get rid of him forever.

Recently convicted Abel mounts a daring escape with fellow convict Mario, experiencing hell as a shoot-to-kill order is raised against them.

Anna Kelanen is an ex-model, who just has been released from prison. She thinks back on her life, when she was a rather successful model, and on the things that went wrong.

Tight Spot (1973) is a thrilling crime drama set in Iran. The story follows a group of individuals who find themselves caught in a web of corruption and social injustice. As they navigate the dangerous political landscape, they must confront a corrupt priest, fight against the oppressive government, and seek justice for those who have been wronged. With elements of heroism, rebellion, and struggle, Tight Spot explores themes of good versus evil and the fight for freedom.