28 Films Fighting Against Authority
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I, RobotMovie · 2004 · 115m · Action, Science FictionIn 2035, robots are everyday tools, programmed with strict rules. A police officer who distrusts technology investigates a possible suicide. He begins to suspect a robot was involved and comes to believe that humanity itself might be at risk.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0 - 2
The Dark Knight RisesMovie · 2012 · 165m · Action, Crime, DramaAfter District Attorney Harvey Dent's death, Batman takes the blame for Dent's crimes to safeguard his memory, becoming the target of the Gotham City Police Department. Eight years later, Batman meets Selina Kyle and faces Bane, a new terrorist leader who overpowers Gotham's forces. The Dark Knight returns to defend a city that now sees him as a threat.IMDb 8.4TMDB 7.8 - 3
EquilibriumMovie · 2002 · 107m · Action, Science Fiction, ThrillerIn a bleak future, a totalitarian government keeps its citizens docile with a drug, and any sign of emotion is a death sentence. The man tasked with enforcing these laws begins a dangerous path to overthrow the entire system.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 4
Endgame: Blueprint for Global EnslavementMovie · 2007 · 139mThe New World Order's ambitions extend beyond establishing a global government. Their true plan involves systematically eliminating 80% of the world's population, while the ruling elite utilize advanced technology to achieve immortality.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.7 - 5
A Bug's LifeMovie · 1998 · 95m · Family, Animation, AdventureFlik, a clever ant, wants to defend his colony from a group of greedy grasshoppers. Led by the harsh Hopper, the grasshoppers take all their food without giving anything back. Determined to protect his friends, Flik sets off on a journey to find other bugs who can fight back against Hopper's rule. Along the way, he discovers courage, friendship, and how working together can overcome difficult challenges.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0 - 6
They LiveMovie · 1988 · 93m · Science Fiction, Action, ThrillerA lone traveler discovers a pair of sunglasses that reveal a terrifying truth: aliens are among us, disguised as humans and secretly controlling society. Seeing this, he’s driven to expose their conspiracy before they fully take over. The film is a suspenseful thriller exploring identity, trust, and the lengths one man will go to save humanity from an unimaginable danger.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.3 - 7
John QMovie · 2002 · 116m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeJohn Quincy Archibald is a father and husband whose son is diagnosed with an enlarged heart. He later learns a transplant is not possible due to HMO insurance denial. Consequently, he takes a hospital full of patients hostage, demanding the hospital prioritize his son for the donor list.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1 - 8
HannaMovie · 2011 · 111m · Action, Thriller, AdventureHanna was trained from childhood by her father, a former CIA agent, in the Finnish wilderness to become a lethal assassin. When he sends her on a mission, she travels across Europe, pursued by relentless agents sent by a ruthless intelligence operative. As Hanna closes in on her target, she begins to uncover shocking truths about her own origins.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6 - 9
We Are Legion: The Story of the HacktivistsMovie · 2012 · 93m · DocumentaryThis film delves into the world of Anonymous, the influential "hacktivist" group that has changed how people protest online. It begins by examining early hacktivist groups like Cult of the Dead Cow and Electronic Disturbance Theater, then follows Anonymous' emergence on the 4chan website. Through interviews with current members, those recently released from prison or facing legal charges, writers, academics, activists, and key figures in major "raids," the documentary charts Anonymous’ development from a group of pranksters into a powerful global movement representing a new form of civil disobedience.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1 - 10
Into the WildMovie · 2007 · 148m · Adventure, DramaIn 1992, after graduating from Emory University as a high-achieving student and athlete, Christopher McCandless gives up everything. He donates his $24,000 savings to charity and travels by hitchhiking to Alaska, where he intends to live self-sufficiently in the wilderness.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.8 - 11
MilkMovie · 2008 · 128m · History, DramaThis is the true story of Harvey Milk, the first openly gay person elected to public office. In San Francisco during the late 1970s, Milk becomes an advocate for gay rights, galvanizing people to join him in his struggle for equal rights for all Americans.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2 - 12
Fight ClubMovie · 1999 · 139m · Drama, ThrillerThe film follows two unlikely partners: a man plagued by insomnia and a charismatic soap salesman. Exploring the complexities of human nature, they develop a unique therapy involving intense physical fights to release aggression. This sparks the growth of underground "fight clubs" across towns. Their venture takes a dangerous turn when an unusual person joins their ranks, leading to escalating and unpredictable consequences. The movie presents a raw and insightful look at masculinity, societal expectations, and the pursuit of connection through unconventional methods.IMDb 8.8TMDB 8.4 - 13
Che: Part TwoMovie · 2008 · 135m · Drama, History, WarFollowing the Cuban Revolution, Che Guevara is a celebrated figure of influence. He then vanishes and reappears in Bolivia, where he assembles a small team of Cuban allies and Bolivian supporters to launch a larger Latin American revolution. The film explores how Che became a lasting symbol of idealism and heroism for people worldwide.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 14
Che: Part OneMovie · 2008 · 134m · Drama, History, WarIn 1956, Argentine revolutionary Che Guevara and a group of Cuban exiles, under Fidel Castro's leadership, land in Cuba from Mexico. Within two years, they build a popular movement and an army, ultimately overthrowing the U.S.-backed dictatorship of Fulgencio Batista.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8 - 15
We Steal Secrets: The Story of WikiLeaksMovie · 2013 · 127m · DocumentaryJulian Assange, Bradley Manning, collateral damage, Cablegate, and WikiLeaks – these names and concepts have dramatically reshaped how democratic societies handle privacy, secrecy, and the public's right to know, with potential long-term consequences. *We Steal Secrets: The Story of WikiLeaks* provides a comprehensive look at WikiLeaks and the wider global discussion surrounding access to information.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6 - 16
HackersMovie · 1995 · 105m · Action, Crime, ThrillerA teenage computer whiz's life changes when he's arrested for writing a virus. Banned from computers, he joins forces with new friends to expose a dangerous scheme by a ruthless hacker. They navigate the digital world, using their skills to find proof while staying one step ahead of the Secret Service and the virus's creator.
The film examines how easily innovation can be used for harm, exploring the complexities of cybercrime and the fight for justice. Combining suspenseful action and challenging puzzles, it offers an engaging story that makes audiences consider the power and risks of technology in today's world.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.4 - 17
Assault on Wall StreetMovie · 2013 · 99m · Drama, Thriller, ActionJim is an ordinary New Yorker with a comfortable life: a good job and a happy family. His world is shattered when the economy collapses, leaving him financially ruined. Consumed by anger and a desire for retribution, Jim escalates to desperate measures in his pursuit of revenge for what he has lost.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.9 - 18
BraveheartMovie · 1995 · 178m · Action, Drama, HistoryIn a small Scottish village, the marriage of William Wallace, a passionate young man, and Murron, his childhood love, is tragically broken when English soldiers brutally murder her. Overcome with grief and rage, Wallace retaliates against those responsible. His actions spark a rebellion in his village as people fight back against English rule. News of the uprising spreads, igniting a nationwide fire and uniting the Scots in a struggle for freedom. The film follows Wallace's journey as he becomes a leader in this revolutionary movement, shaping Scotland's fight for independence.IMDb 8.3TMDB 7.9 - 19
SnowpiercerMovie · 2013 · 127m · Action, Science Fiction, DramaAfter a disastrous attempt to combat global warming decimates Earth's population, humanity survives aboard Snowpiercer, a train perpetually circling the globe. Within its walls, a rigid class system has emerged.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9 - 20
The Fifth EstateMovie · 2013 · 128m · Drama, ThrillerThis film explores the evolving partnership between Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, and Daniel Domscheit-Berg, an early supporter who became a key collaborator. It charts how the organization’s rapid rise to prominence and global impact ultimately fractured their friendship beyond repair.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.0 - 21
The MatrixMovie · 1999 · 136m · Action, Science FictionIn the year 22nd century, advanced artificial intelligence controls all aspects of human life, including our minds. This is the bleak future presented in *The Matrix*. A talented computer hacker discovers a hidden world and joins a group of rebels who know the truth about this oppressive reality. He must now fight the powerful machines that rule the Earth, facing difficult choices as he questions what is real. *The Matrix* is a compelling story of rebellion and finding oneself in a world where the distinction between humans and machines is lost.IMDb 8.7TMDB 8.3 - 22
Nineteen Eighty-FourMovie · 1984 · 113m · Drama, Science FictionThis film adapts George Orwell's dystopian classic, set in a society controlled by an absolute authority. The story follows a government bureaucrat who alters historical records to fit the ruling power’s current story. Growing disillusioned with his work, he begins a risky path of self-discovery and rebellion through love – a love that challenges the oppressive regime. The film examines power, manipulation, and humanity's ability to resist tyranny, all within a suspenseful and unsettling atmosphere.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8 - 23
The IslandMovie · 2005 · 136m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionIn 2019, Lincoln Six-Echo lives in a seemingly perfect, isolated community. Like everyone else, he dreams of being selected to go to The Island, believed to be the only safe place left on Earth. But Lincoln soon learns that everything he knows about his world is a fabrication.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 24
SwordfishMovie · 2001 · 99m · Action, Crime, ThrillerFormer special operative Gabriel Shear plans to steal $9 billion from a hidden DEA fund. His goal is to use the money to combat terrorism, but he needs an expert to bypass the government’s security systems. He finds that expert in Stanley Jobson, a talented but unreliable encryption specialist who can access any computer network.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3 - 25
V for VendettaMovie · 2006 · 132m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionIn a Britain ruled by a fascist government, a masked revolutionary known as "V" wages war against the authorities. After rescuing a young woman from the secret police, V discovers a new ally to help him fight for the freedom of the British people.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.9 - 26
ElysiumMovie · 2013 · 109m · Science Fiction, Action, DramaIn 2159, humanity is divided. The wealthy thrive on the pristine space station Elysium, while the majority struggle on a ruined Earth. Secretary Rhodes, a strict government official, fiercely enforces policies keeping Earth people out, protecting Elysium's privileged existence. But those on Earth are desperate to escape. When Max finds himself with nowhere left to turn, he accepts a dangerous mission. Success could not only save him, but potentially bridge the gap between these two vastly different worlds.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.5 - 27
State of Mind: The Psychology of ControlMovie · 2013 · 110mThis film explores the question of free will, suggesting that many commonly held beliefs are actually fabrications, deliberately instilled within us by societal influences.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.3 - 28
WatchmenMovie · 2009 · 163m · Mystery, Action, Science FictionIn a dark, alternate 1985, a government crackdown has ended the era of costumed heroes. When one of these masked veterans is murdered, an investigation begins into who killed them. The surviving heroes reunite to protect themselves, but their investigation reveals a dangerous plot that threatens everyone.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3
