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.
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.
A dramatic recreation of the Johnstown Flood of 1889.
"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.
Chuck Leavell: The Tree Man is a documentary that explores the fascinating life of Chuck Leavell, a world-renowned rock musician and environmental conservationist. The film delves into Leavell's journey from being the keyboardist for the Rolling Stones to his passion for forestry and his dedication to expanding sustainable land management practices. Through interviews, archival footage, and performances, viewers are treated to a captivating story of music, nature, and the importance of environmental conservation.
After a young couple moves to a small town, they discover that their new neighbor, a druid, has sinister plans for their unborn child.
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.
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.
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.
A Texas Funeral is a dark comedy that revolves around a dysfunctional Texas family, dealing with their peculiarities and the aftermath of a funeral. The plot follows the family as they navigate through their own eccentricities, relationships, and secrets, all while trying to honor their deceased loved one.
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.
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.
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.
Siberiade is a TV mini-series that follows the lives of the people in a Siberian village from 1900 to the mid-20th century. It explores themes of love, family feuds, political turmoil, and the impact of industrialization and communism on the region.
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.
In Paul Bunyan, the legendary hero embarks on an adventure to save a small town from deforestation and the destruction of its charming one-room schoolhouse. Alongside his trusted companion, Babe the Blue Ox, Paul Bunyan battles against a powerful chainsaw-wielding machine and uses his strength to protect the town's cherished traditions. With stunning animation and heartwarming moments, this film brings the tall-tale of Paul Bunyan to life, capturing the spirit of American folklore.
Three unrelated stories of horror include: a substitute teacher who preys on a small school; neighborhood children being abducted by a tree-dwelling monster; and a group of Manila residents plagued by attacks from a Manananggal.
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.