Movies and TvShows featuring "self-defense" theme.
In a post-apocalyptic future, survivors must navigate a world overrun by undead. They face constant threats of violence, revenge, and murder as they try to rebuild their lives and communities. The story follows their struggles for survival, the conflicts within isolated communities, and the friendships formed amidst the chaos. The survivors must confront evil villains and find ways to protect themselves and their communities. Hope, fear, and the will to survive drive the characters as they search for safety and a sense of normalcy in a world filled with chaos and death.
During a weekend getaway at a secluded lakeside estate, a group of friends finds themselves entangled in a web of secrets, deception, and advanced technology. As tensions rise and loyalties are tested, they uncover unsettling truths about themselves and the world around them.
"Kung Mahawi Man Ang Ulap" or Through It All is a Philippine drama that aired on GMA Network we was aired on July 30, 2007 and ended November 9, 2007 under the wing of Sine Novela. This series was the third installment of Sine Novela. The original movie was released back in 1984 by Viva Films and stars Chrstopher De Leon, Hilda Coronel, Gloria Romero, Eddie Garcia, Michael De Mesa and Amy Austria. The series was aired internationally, with a two-week delay, from August 13, 2007 until November 23, 2007 on GMA Pinoy TV. From January 11, 2012 until March 26, 2012 GMA Life TV aired its English dubbed version, with the title "Through It All".
Big Little Lies follows the lives of a group of wealthy women in Monterey, California, as they navigate their complicated relationships, dark secrets, and a murder that threatens to unravel their seemingly perfect lives.
In 'Far from Las Vegas,' a man finds himself caught up in unplanned pregnancies, self-defense scenarios, and awkward encounters with his in-laws. With a mix of comedy and drama, this show explores the ups and downs of relationships and the challenges of everyday life.
After his wife is brutally murdered, a man named Paul Kersey becomes a vigilante, taking matters into his own hands to seek justice. He embarks on a mission to bring down criminals and avenge his wife's death, becoming a one-man army against crime.
Bitten is a TV show about Elena Michaels, a female werewolf who tries to balance her life as a photographer in New York City while also dealing with her secret life as a member of a werewolf pack in Ontario, Canada. She faces challenges such as fighting crime, solving murders, and navigating her relationships.
John Rambo, a former member of an elite United States Army Special Forces unit, is forced to flee into the mountains and fight back against a cruel sheriff and his deputies. As the situation escalates, Rambo uses his military training to outsmart and disable his pursuers. The film explores themes of war, post-traumatic stress disorder, abuse of power, and the struggles of a Vietnam War veteran in civilian life.
Thelma and Louise, two friends, go on a road trip that takes a dark turn when Thelma defends herself from a would-be rapist. Now on the run from the law, they find themselves involved in a series of dangerous encounters and form a deep bond as they navigate the consequences of their actions.
In 2022, the United States is ruled by the New Founding Fathers of America and every year, there is a 12-hour period called The Purge where all crime is legal. James Sandin, a wealthy salesman, sells security systems specifically designed for The Purge. During The Purge, James and his family become targets for a group of purgers. As they fight to survive the night, they realize they are becoming like the purgers themselves. In the end, they are saved by a bloody stranger who helps them escape. Despite growing discontent, The Purge will continue the following year.
Moderately successful criminal defense attorney Mickey Haller operates around Los Angeles County out of a Lincoln Town Car. He lands the case of his career defending Louis Roulet, a Beverly Hills playboy accused of brutally beating a prostitute. As Haller investigates, he discovers similarities to a past case that may prove his previous client innocent. With the help of his ex-wife and investigator, Haller navigates a deadly game of survival as the truth unravels.
Two churchgoing couples enjoy small town family life in Texas - until somebody picks up an axe.
A mild-mannered man becomes a local hero through an act of violence, which sets off repercussions that will shake his family to its very core. As he is hailed as a hero, three mob figures from the east coast begin stalking him and his family, revealing a dark past and forcing him to confront his true identity. With graphic violence and a mix of action, crime, drama, and thriller elements, this movie explores themes of redemption, mistaken identity, and family relationships.
A detective, Danny Rourke, searches for his missing daughter who was abducted three years ago. He discovers a secret government program and must unravel the mystery to find her. Along the way, he encounters hypnotists, a rogue operative, and a stolen weapon. With the help of a fortune-teller and a hacker, Rourke taps into his own hypnotic abilities to stop his enemies and uncover the truth. In the end, he reunites with his daughter and destroys the Division to secure their freedom.
Gridiron Gang is a 2006 film based on the true story of Sean Porter, a probation officer who forms a football team with teenage inmates at a detention center in Los Angeles. Through the sport, Porter aims to teach the young offenders discipline, teamwork, and self-respect.
In 'Case 39,' a social worker named Emily Jenkins saves a 10-year-old girl, Lilith Sullivan, from her abusive parents. As Emily investigates the case further, she begins to suspect that Lilith is not an ordinary child but is possessed by a supernatural entity. As Emily fights to protect Lilith, she becomes entangled in a dangerous battle between good and evil.
In New Orleans, Celeste Wood takes a gun manufacturer to court for her husband's death. Jury consultant Rankin Fitch uses illegal practices to manipulate the jury. Juror Nicholas Easter has a hidden agenda with his girlfriend Marlee to offer Fitch the verdict he wants for a price. Fitch orders Easter's apartment raided, but Marlee counters by getting one of Fitch's jurors removed. The cat and mouse game continues as Marlee raises her price and Fitch's witness blows up on the stand. Easter asks jurors to review the case, and Fitch pays Marlee the ransom. The gun manufacturer is found liable and Fitch is confronted by Easter and Marlee. Eventually, the $15 million ransom will go to the town of Gardner, Indiana.
In the 1930s, wealthy martial artist Ip Man is forced to leave his home during the Japanese invasion of China. With little means of survival, he and the people of his city must find a way to survive. Ip's skills in Wing Chun martial arts lead him to confront and defeat aggressive Northern Chinese martial artists and Japanese soldiers. Despite the hardships, Ip maintains his integrity and eventually establishes a Wing Chun school in Hong Kong, training students including the future legend Bruce Lee.
After her daughter is brutally raped and murdered, a woman takes matters into her own hands and seeks revenge against the perpetrator.
Marnie is a troubled young woman with a complicated past. She suffers from kleptomania and struggles with her identity. After she gets a new job as a secretary, her boss becomes suspicious of her behavior. As he digs deeper into her past, he discovers shocking secrets and the truth behind Marnie's disturbing actions.