Keyword: protest

The Killing of a Journalist

7.9

2022

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In Slovakia, a young investigative journalist is brutally murdered. When the police files of the murder investigation are leaked to the reporters colleagues, they uncover vast corruption reaching the highest levels of Slovak society.

India's Daughter

8.5

2015

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The story of the short life, and brutal gang rape and murder in Delhi in December 2012 of an exceptional and inspiring young woman. The rape of the 23 year old medical student by 6 men on a moving bus, and her death, sparked unprecedented protests and riots throughout India and led to the first glimmers of a change of mindset. Interwoven into the story line are the lives, values and mindsets of the rapists whom the film makers have had exclusive and unprecedented access to interview before they hang. The film examines the society and values which spawn such violent acts, and makes an optimistic and impassioned plea for change.

Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote!

7.2

2011

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Punk, passion, politics and public protest collide in PERSECUTION BLUES: THE BATTLE FOR THE TOTE, an exploration of the rich musical history of Melbourne and the overwhelming public outcry ignited by news of the imminent closure of one of its most renowned and beloved rock and roll venues. In 2010, the iconic Tote Hotel - last bastion of Melbournes vibrant music counterculture - was forced to close due to rigorous liquor licensing laws. Filmed over 7 years, PERSECUTION BLUES: THE BATTLE FOR THE TOTE puts the audience on the front line of an epic-scale culture war, depicting the plight of more than 20,000 punters - along with the bands who inspire them - as they strive to preserve their history and protect the future of live music. Directed by music video and documentary filmmaker Natalie van den Dungen and produced by television and documentary maker Nicole Rogers, PERSECUTION BLUES: THE BATTLE FOR THE TOTE is a 57-minute TV documentary, produced in association with The Australian Broadcasting Association and financed with the assistance of Screen Australia and Madman Entertainment. PERSECUTION BLUES: THE BATTLE FOR THE TOTE broadcast on ABC Television in January 2012, and was released by Madman on DVD in Australia and New Zealand.

Where are you Bucharest?

7.2

2014

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Vlad Petri followed the Romanian protesters who occupied the streets of Bucharest in 2012. A poignant documentary about people who are devastated and impulsive, lost and encouraged, all at once. And about a revolution that becomes a tragic absurdity.

When a City Rises

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2021

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The protests in Hong Kong portrayed from the inside by young activists in a courageous film about an entire generations last chance for a democratic future.

Something's Happening

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1967

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From Spikes to Spindles

6.2

1976

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This portrait of New Yorks Chinatown captures the early days of an emerging consciousness in the community.

Dumplin'

6.9

2018

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Willowdean (Dumplin), the plus-size teenage daughter of a former beauty queen, signs up for her moms Miss Teen Bluebonnet pageant as a protest that escalates when other contestants follow her footsteps, revolutionizing the pageant and their small Texas town.

Disobedience

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2016

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Disobedience tells the David vs. Goliath tale of front line leaders battling for a livable world. Filmed in the Philippines, Turkey, Germany, Canada, Cambodia and the United States, it weaves together these riveting stories with insights from the most renowned voices on social justice and climate. Disobedience is personal, passionate and powerful - the stakes could not be higher, nor the mission more critical.

Fire on the Amazon

3.5

1993

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Deforestation of the Amazon is forcing indigenous Indians away, so few men can profit from cattle. Opposition gets killed. A US photojournalist tries to investigate. Activist Alyssa helps him.

The Attorney

7.8

2013

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An ambitious tax attorney decides to represent an old friend in court.

The Method

7.3

2005

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7 Spanish top corporate job candidates are left in a room and informed on computer screens about their tasks and that one of them is an observer. Let the psyching begin.