Popular History Movies - Page 234
The Shortest Day
1963
The Shortest Day
1963
star 6.2Two jerks are enlisted in the Italian army during W.W.1 and by pure luck manage to help win an important battle.Dante from Wilamowice
1994
A story of a small town in southern Poland, residents of which immigrated to Poland in the 13th century from the present territories of the Netherlands and Belgium. Some of the residents still speak their ancient language.Daughters of the Fatherland
2023
During the student crisis of 1968, Ines, an 18-year-old homosexual, is prevented from attending law school by her family, who believe that this is not the right course for a woman. This awakens in Inês a feeling of injustice, which leads her to accept Julio's invitation to join the high school students' association. The next day, we find out that the student association has been closed since they found a copy of the clandestine newspaper "Avante!" on the premises. The rectory then decides to expel suspicious students, starting a revolt in the high school and an ideological confrontation between the couple of Inês and Adelaide.In Search of Peace
2001
In Search of Peace
2001
star 7In Search of Peace: 1948-1967 chronicles Israel's first two decades, offering new insights on the origins of the Middle East conflict. Combining a rich tapestry of rare archival film and photos, the film offers a unique global perspective on one of the seminal events in the 3,500-year history of the Jewish people. Featuring the voices of Edward Asner, Anne Bancroft, Richard Dreyfuss, Miriam Margolyes and Michael York. "An unabashedly emotional and stirring inspirational history of Israel..."13 Assassins
1990
13 Assassins
1990
star 7Gathering a band of 13, Inspector General Shmada Shinzaemon sets out on a death-defying journey to cut down the shogun’s half-brother, Matsudaira Naritsugu.Terre marronne
2015
Terre marronne
2015
Tsuda Umeko: Osatsu ni Natta Ryugakusei
2022
star 7Tsuda Umeko was born in December 31, 1864 and became a pioneer in women's eductation. In 1871, Tsuda Umeko, with her father's recommendation, went to the United States to study at the age of 6. She was the youngest of the group of females to travel there. They were the first Japanese female students to study overseas at their government's expense. 11 years after studying in the United States, Tsuda Umeko returns to Japan. She wants to become a woman who is helpful to her culture, but she is shocked by the low status of women in Japan. (Source: AsianWiki)Hipólito
2011
Hipólito
2011
Governor's elections are coming in Cordoba province. A big electoral fraud is being orchestrated. This trap will break Hipolito´s illusions, a boy who dreams to find his father. Only the naive ideals of a young lawyer, Marcelo, will rescue this kid from hell.The Cut
2014
The Cut
2014
star 5.9In 1915 a man survives the Armenian genocide in the Ottoman Empire, but loses his family, speech and faith. One night he learns that his twin daughters may be alive, and goes on a quest to find them.Battle for Saipan
2022
Battle for Saipan
2022
star 5.6On July 7, 1944, a U.S. Army hospital on the remote island of Saipan is overrun by Japanese forces during a relentless attack. Outgunned and surrounded by the enemy, a lone medic puts it all on the line to lead a band of wounded soldiers to safety.Agony: The Life and Death of Rasputin
1981
star 6.7As an adviser to the emperor Nicholas II, mystic Grigori Rasputin holds great influence over the empire. However, many in St Petersburg begin to regard Rasputin, with his strange practices and mesmerizing qualities, as a liability and plot his assassination. When Rasputin, known to many as the 'Mad Monk', leads Nicholas to embrace an ill-conceived military strategy, a group of determined conspirators set down a plan to eliminate him.Our Anguilla
2008
Our Anguilla
2008
star 3Our Anguilla is a short film about the history of Anguilla (British West Indies). The film was shot on location in Anguilla in the summer of 2008.Carry On Henry
1971
Carry On Henry
1971
star 6.1Henry VIII has just married Marie of Normandy, and is eager to consummate their marriage. Unfortunately for Henry, she is always eating garlic, and refuses to stop. Deciding to get rid of her in his usual manner, Henry has to find some way of doing it without provoking war with Marie's cousin, the King of France. Perhaps if she had an affair...A Woman Called Golda
1982
A Woman Called Golda
1982
star 7.7The story of the Russian-born, Wisconsin-raised woman who rose to become Israel's prime minister in the late 1960s and early 1970s.Guerra Civil
2024
America 1900
1998
America 1900
1998
America 1900 presents a comprehensive picture of what life was like in the United States at the turn of the century. Both the program and the site offer compelling images, information, and documents about American life. Students will be able to grasp historical concepts and issues through the stories of ordinary people across the country. Diverse voices and faces will help expand students' knowledge and understanding of the time period and how it relates to our lives today. The program also explores key themes such as the impact of technology, the rise of racism, immigration and the search for a national identity, and the rise of America as a world power. A film by David Grubin Productions, Inc. Produced and directed by David Grubin. Written by Judy Crichton and David Grubin.Five from Fergana
1963
Lady Caroline Lamb
1972
Lady Caroline Lamb
1972
star 5.9Lady Caroline Lamb, dissatisfied in her marriage, has an affair with the dashing Romantic poet Lord Byron.The Power of Accumulated Merit
2012
While on a road trip to the country side, a group of students find themselves at a police station, where they learn valuable lessons about history. This is among nine films commissioned by Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej for the 2012 Terdglao Project.
