Movies and TvShows featuring "tree-cutting" theme.
In the artificial city of Thneed-Ville, 12-year-old Ted embarks on a journey to find a real tree to impress Audrey. He seeks the story of the Lorax, a grumpy creature fighting to protect his world. Ted discovers the Once-ler, who narrates his past. When demand for his product exceeds supply, the Once-ler gives in to his family's greed and starts chopping down trees, causing environmental damage. The Lorax tries to stop him, but the Once-ler only realizes the consequences when the last tree falls. Ted learns the importance of reforestation and plants a Truffula seed.
Long Way Round is a TV show that chronicles the epic journey of Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman as they ride from London to New York on motorcycles, crossing several countries and encountering various challenges and adventures along the way.
In a polluted land, a young boy discovers the story of the Lorax, a guardian of the trees who fought against an industrialist's greed. As the boy learns about the importance of nature, he sets out to bring back the trees and restore harmony to the community.
After a young couple moves to a small town, they discover that their new neighbor, a druid, has sinister plans for their unborn child.
The story about a very small god-forgotten village in Siberia reflects the history of Russia from the beginning of the century till the early 1980s. Three generations try to find the land of happiness and to give it to the people. One builds the road through taiga to the star over horizon, the second 'build communism' and the third searches for oil.
Lemon Tree is a drama film that tells the story of a Palestinian widow named Salma Zidane who lives on the West Bank. When the Israeli Defense Minister moves in next door and decides to cut down Salma's lemon tree grove due to security concerns, she takes her case to the Israeli Supreme Court. The film explores themes of oppression, resistance, and the power of hope.
After being knocked unconscious during a paintball game, a young man finds himself questioning his life choices and begins a journey of self-discovery. Along the way, he falls in love with his best friend and learns important lessons about love and relationships.
In 'The New Protocol,' a man in France becomes involved in a dangerous investigation after his son's death. He suspects foul play related to an experimental vaccine and uncovers a web of deception and paranoia. As he delves deeper into the case, he discovers the dark side of the pharmaceutical industry and the corrupt practices of a powerful corporation. With his life on the line, he must navigate a treacherous world of shady businesswomen, assassinations, and security leaks.
"Go Further" explores the idea that the single individual is the key to large-scale transformational change. The film follows actor Woody Harrelson as he takes a small group of friends on a bio-fueled bus-ride down the Pacific Coast Highway. Their goal? To show the people they encounter that there are viable alternatives.
Vision is a drama film about a pregnant woman who embarks on a journey through the Japanese woods. Along the way, she encounters an old woman, a lumberjack, and many other interesting characters. As she travels, she reflects on her life and the challenges she has faced. The film explores themes of nature, isolation, and the beauty of life.
In Devil's Island, a convict is wrongfully accused and sentenced to the island prison. He endures harsh conditions and faces sadistic guards and fellow prisoners. Determined to prove his innocence, he plans an elaborate escape, risking everything for freedom.
Seasons is a captivating documentary that takes viewers on a journey through the changing seasons, showcasing the beauty and challenges of nature. From the lush forests of Europe to the snow-covered landscapes, viewers will witness the amazing transformations that occur throughout the year. This film also highlights the impact of human activity on the environment and the delicate balance between man and nature.
In a prehistoric world where trees are being cut down to make way for skyscrapers, a caveman discovers the invention of the wheel and uses it to try to stop the destruction of nature.
Vivid visual imagery brings this classic legend to life. Told simply, in language even the youngest family members will understand, the story begins with three young trees who dream - as all children do - of doing big deeds. When the woodcutters come, the trees each find that the reality of their existence doesn't match their dreams... and yet... This touching story contains a simple lesson about God's Plan for every life, told in a way that will touch hearts. Narrated by Hal Holbrook.
A young man goes to work in a logging camp to fulfill a boyhood ambition and a jealous loggers rigs things to make him appear to be an incompetent bungler. But he proves himself successfully conveying an injured workman to the hospital in a careening truck, whose brakes have been tampered with, down a mountainside.
A dramatic recreation of the Johnstown Flood of 1889.
The Grump tells the story of an aging and grumpy old man who finds himself in various comedic and dramatic situations. He is a conservative farmer living in rural Finland, who often clashes with his daughter-in-law and struggles with his deteriorating health. The film explores themes of family, aging, and the generation gap.
Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai is a documentary that explores the life and work of Wangari Maathai, a Kenyan environmentalist and activist. It tells the story of her journey from being a humble village girl to becoming the first African woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize. The film highlights Maathai's efforts to empower women, protect the environment, and promote social justice through tree planting and grassroots movements. It also delves into the challenges she faced, including political oppression and deforestation, and her determination to create positive change.
Makala is a documentary that follows a Congolese man named Kabwita, who works as a charcoal burner to support his family. The film depicts his journey as he travels long distances on a bicycle to sell his charcoal at a local market, facing various challenges and obstacles along the way.
An epic tale of Poles, Ukrainians, Jews who are deported to Russia. Their fate is shown from the perspective of a young boy Staszek, who goes to Siberia with his family and neighbors from a small village in the eastern Polish borderlands. Together with his companions he starts hard struggle for survival, where the most fearsome opponent turns out to be terrible, merciless nature... Circumstances force the boy to reevaluate his life and grow up faster. Soon he will have to learn the essential struggle for survival and make decisions that will where rate will be life of his relatives. He will also have to choose between love for the Jewish Zinnia and the Russian Luybka.