Movies and TvShows featuring "starving-child" theme.

Based on the original version of same name created by Cris Morena, the series tells the story of a group of orphans living in a manor, known as Raio de Luz, struggling and being guided by a young woman, Carol, that assumes a maternal figure for them. Their experiences such as discovering first love, deceptions, loneliness and friendship, as well as adventures in fantasy, are depicted throughout the series. The narrative is followed by musical themes and videoclips.

Chiquititas is a TV show that follows the lives of orphaned children living in a manor. They form strong friendships and face various challenges, including rebellion, domestic violence, and bullying. The show highlights themes of friendship, family, and coming-of-age.

Anne Frank: The Whole Story is a TV mini-series that tells the tragic tale of Anne Frank, a Dutch-Jewish teenage girl, who along with her family, went into hiding during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands. The story follows Anne's life in hiding, her struggles, dreams, and hopes, as well as the harsh realities of life during the Holocaust. It portrays the unimaginable hardships, the constant fear, and the ultimate tragedy faced by Anne and millions of others during this dark period of history.

Set in the 19th century, 'The Birth of a Nation' tells the story of a slave rebellion led by Nat Turner in Virginia. The film explores the suffering, abuse, and hardships faced by slaves and the eventual uprising against their oppressors.

Beyond Borders follows the story of Sarah Jordan, an American socialite who becomes involved in humanitarian work after meeting a doctor working in war-torn regions. As she travels to dangerous locations around the world, she not only finds love but also discovers her true purpose in life.

Set during the Nanking Massacre in 1937, 'The Flowers of War' tells the story of a mortician, a convent student, and a group of prostitutes who seek refuge in a church. As they struggle to survive in the midst of the atrocities committed by the Japanese military, they form unlikely bonds and find strength in each other.

A group of mountaineers in the Scottish Highlands stumble upon the location of a kidnapped girl. As they try to rescue her, they find themselves being hunted down by a group of ruthless criminals. With time running out, they must use their mountaineering skills and teamwork to survive and bring the girl to safety.

Barefoot Gen is a powerful film that depicts the tragic events that unfolded in Hiroshima after the atomic bomb was dropped during World War II. The story follows Gen, a young boy who witnesses the devastating effects of the bombing and struggles to survive amidst the chaos, starvation, and suffering that ensue. Through his journey, Gen learns the importance of resilience, hope, and the enduring human spirit.

Dodes'ka-den tells the story of various slum dwellers living in a garbage dump in Tokyo, Japan. They fight to survive in the harsh conditions and dream of a better life. The film explores themes of poverty, desperation, and the human spirit.

Angela's Ashes follows the life of Frank McCourt as he grows up in Limerick, Ireland, during the Great Depression. Despite facing extreme poverty, dead-end jobs, and the constant rain, Frank's indomitable spirit and love for his family keep him going.

Chained tells the story of a young boy named Rabbit who is kidnapped by a serial killer and chained to a bed in his isolated house. Rabbit endures years of physical and psychological abuse, serving as a protégé to the killer. As he grows up, Rabbit faces challenges and attempts to escape his captor, leading to a shocking and ambiguous ending.

After the death of her father, a woman becomes involved in a plantation in the Southern USA in the 1930s, where she encounters slavery, class struggle, and cruelty.

In Nazi-occupied France, a group of Jewish deportees are trapped in a concentration camp and face starvation. As the situation worsens, they plan a hunger strike and seek the help of the Vichy government to secure vaccinations for the children in the camp. The story follows their struggle for survival and their fight against the oppressive forces.

Macario, a peasant, longs to eat roast turkey, but his poverty prevents him. One day, he encounters the Devil who offers him a magical potion that will make all his dreams come true. However, the Devil warns him that he must never share the potion. Macario's life takes a dark turn as he faces accusations of witchcraft and must make a sacrificial choice.

Live and Become tells the story of an Ethiopian boy who is taken to Israel as a refugee during the famine in Ethiopia. To survive, he assumes the identity of a Jewish orphan and faces challenges of adapting to a new culture and dealing with his past traumas.

Love's Enduring Promise is a touching movie set in the 19th century, following the story of a schoolteacher who finds love and faces various challenges on a farm. Filled with romance, family bonds, and personal struggles, the film explores themes of faith, resilience, and the enduring power of love.

Sister (2012) is a movie about a young girl named Simon who helps her older sister, Louise, in petty thefts to survive in the Swiss Alps. They steal various items like brand-name clothing and ski equipment to sell on the black market. Simon is only 12 years old and lives in poverty with her single mother. The movie explores themes of family conflict, social issues, and the desperation of poverty. The relationship between the sisters is also a central focus of the plot.

In the midst of the Second Anglo-Boer War, a little girl named Sara Crewe is sent to a strict boarding school after her father, a soldier, is presumed dead. Despite her harsh circumstances, Sara’s vivid imagination and kind heart help her make friends and find hope in the midst of adversity.

In Nazi-occupied Netherlands during World War II, a teenage girl named Anne Frank forms a deep bond with her best friend as they struggle to survive the horrors of the Holocaust and the constant threat of the Nazi regime. Together, they face hunger, persecution, and the impending genocide of the Jewish people.

In war-torn Poland during World War II, Irena Sendler, a social worker, risks her life to save Jewish children from the Holocaust. She creates a network to hide them in Christian homes and leads a daring operation to rescue them from the Warsaw Ghetto.