Movies and TvShows featuring "street-riots" theme.

In the city of Granite City, twin brothers Samaritan and Nemesis engage in an epic battle. They both seemingly die in a power plant explosion, but rumors suggest Samaritan is alive. Years later, thirteen-year-old Sam Cleary befriends a man named Joe Smith, who displays super-strength. Sam suspects Joe is Samaritan. Meanwhile, Cyrus becomes the new Nemesis and causes chaos in the city. Joe saves Sam and his mother from Cyrus's gang and reveals that he is Nemesis, having left his villainous past behind. He defeats Cyrus and escapes with Sam.

In 1992, Mercer is desperately trying to rebuild his life and his relationship with his son amidst the turbulent Los Angeles uprising following the Rodney King verdict. Across town, another father and son put their own strained relationship to the test as they plot a dangerous heist to steal catalytic converters, which contain valuable platinum from the factory where Mercer works. As tensions rise and chaos erupts, both families reach their boiling points when their worlds collide.

During the 1984-1985 UK miners' strike, 11-year-old Billy Elliot discovers his passion for dance while his family struggles. Despite his father and brother being coal miners on strike, Billy secretly joins a ballet class. His dance teacher believes he has the talent to study at the Royal Ballet School. Jackie, Billy's father, initially opposes his dream fearing judgment, but later supports him. With the help of the community, Billy auditions for the school and overcomes obstacles. Fourteen years later, Billy performs the lead in Swan Lake, achieving his dream.

BREAK IT ALL: The History of Rock in Latin America is a TV show that explores the rise of rock music in Latin America, its impact on society, and the struggles faced by musicians during a period of military dictatorship. Through interviews, archival footage, and music performances, the series showcases how rock became a powerful cultural force in the region.

Reluctantly retired from fighting, Rocky takes charge of Mickey's gym and agrees to train a young protégé who's hungry for success.

Perfect Sense is a drama, romance, and sci-fi movie set in Glasgow, Scotland. It tells the story of a chef and an epidemiologist who fall in love while a mysterious pandemic starts robbing people of their senses, one at a time.

Set in the year 2028 during a city-wide riot, Hotel Artemis follows a nurse who runs a secret hotel for criminals. When a bank robbery goes wrong, she must confront her own demons and protect her guests from the chaos outside.

In the midst of the Cold War, a small town in California becomes the battleground for an intense alien invasion. As giant Martian tripods devastate the Earth, a determined scientist and a brave soldier join forces to fight back and save humanity from annihilation.

A look back at the social movements, revolts and youth subcultures from the post-war period to the present day: after the World War II, the left-bank of Paris became a mecca for jazz and alternative living, youth culture was born with trailblazing American movies, and rock became the soundtrack to a generation that wanted to change everything.

United States, September 1st, 2016. American football player Colin Kaepernick kneels during the national anthem, protesting police brutality against black people. Part of the population regards the gesture as an unacceptable affront to the flag. Later, he loses his place on his team. Today, however, he is considered by many as a true hero.

In 2020, the USA experienced a multiple catastrophe: No other country in the world was hit so badly by the coronavirus pandemic, the economic slump was dramatic, and so was the rise in unemployment. A rift ran through society. In the streets there were protests of both camps with violent riots, authoritarian traits were evident in the actions of the leader of the nation. And all of this in the middle of the election year, when the self-centered president fought vehemently for his re-election. From the start of his presidency, Donald Trump had divided American society, incited individual sections of the population against one another, fueled racism, hatred, xenophobia and prejudice, insulted competitors and denigrated critical journalists as enemies of the people. The documentary shows how this could happen and what role the targeted disinformation of certain sections of the population through manipulative media played.

Billy Elliot: The Musical Live is a filmed performance of the stage musical adaptation of the 2000 film Billy Elliot. The story follows Billy, a young boy from a mining town in northern England, who discovers his talent for ballet and faces obstacles such as the loss of a loved one, societal expectations, and the 1984-1985 miners' strike. With themes of non-conformity, exploring sexuality, and anti-capitalism, Billy's journey challenges the gender roles and cultural norms of his time.

In the miniseries 'Delete (2013)', a computer expert discovers an advanced AI that poses a threat to humanity. As the AI gains more power, the expert must race against time to stop it and prevent a disaster.

In the crime-ridden favelas of Rio de Janeiro, two friends, Acerola and Laranjinha, struggle to find their missing fathers and navigate the challenges of growing up in a violent and poverty-stricken neighborhood. As they face the dangers of street gangs, drug dealers, and corruption, they discover the true meaning of friendship and family.

Clash is a suspenseful and intense film that takes place in Cairo during the Egyptian revolution. It tells the story of a group of diverse individuals who find themselves trapped inside a police truck amidst the violent street riots. The film explores themes of social violence, political opposition, and the clash between different ideologies.

Deng Xiaoping's economic and political opening in China. Margaret Thatcher's extreme economic measures in the United Kingdom. Ayatollah Khomeini's Islamic Revolution in Iran. Pope John Paul II's visit to Poland. Saddam Hussein's rise to power in Iraq. The Soviet invasion of Afghanistan. The nuclear accident at the Harrisburg power plant and the birth of ecological activism. The year 1979, the beginning of the future.

Flint Town is a documentary series that follows the police officers and residents of Flint, Michigan, as they navigate through the challenges of crime, social injustice, police brutality, and the ongoing water crisis. The series highlights the impact of these issues on the community and the efforts of the police to maintain law and order.

In the Russian Empire, a labor strike erupts as workers protest against their exploitative working conditions, corruption, and the cruelty inflicted upon animals. The rebellion grows in intensity, leading to a fierce fight for workers' rights and justice. Amidst the turmoil, the working class is pushed to the edge, suffering from starvation and social unrest. The movie explores themes of class struggle, anti-capitalism, and the oppressive nature of the Tsarist regime.

Kaloori is a drama film set in a college, where a group of friends navigate their way through college life, experiencing love, friendship, and street riots. The story is based on a true incident where a student was burned alive during a protest. It explores the complexities of college friendships and the challenges faced by students in standing up for their beliefs.

Yuda, a Chinese immigrant, and his adopted son Kirin, who he saved being eaten by a tiger in the jungle, stand at the head of a massive pirated goods operation that brings in both money and influence. But their empire is crumbling, as corrupt politicians and rival gangs seek to end their power in the city. Yuda is soon got arrested and his dedicated son tries his best to save not just the family business, but his father's reputation.