Popular History Movies - Page 296
The Butterfly's Dream
2013
star 7.2In a small Turkish town, two young tuberculous poets try to survive while publishing their poems. As they both fall in love, their life would never be the same.Sembilan Wali
1985
Sembilan Wali
1985
As a result of the civil war in Majapahit, the Queen Mother fled to Ampel escorted by Mahesa Kicak. There happened to be gathered saints. The Queen Mother asked those who still have close links with the Majapahit, can restore the honor of Majapahit. Sunan Ampel explained, that padepokannya built just to spread Islam.The Royal Oak
1923
The Royal Oak
1923
star 7King Charles flees and hides in a huge oak tree when the troops loyal to Oliver Cromwell close in. The royal entourage is disguised, and the king's sweetheart masquerades as Charles. Only when she is brought before Cromwell is it discovered the switch has been made.Bert & Dickie
2012
Bert & Dickie
2012
star 6.2Thrown together just five weeks before the final of the 1948 London Olympics, Bert Bushnell (Doctor Who's Matt Smith) and Dickie Burnell (Sam Hoare) defied all the odds and made history in the double sculls. This is the story of how they did it - not only by pushing physical and emotional limits, but also by overcoming their vast professional and personal differences.The Abdication
1974
The Abdication
1974
star 5.6Queen Christina of Sweden abdicates and travels to Rome to embrace the Catholic church.Kayamkulam Kochunni
2018
Kayamkulam Kochunni
2018
star 6.3The life of Kayamkulam Kochunni, a famed highwayman who robbed from the rich and gave to the poor during the British Raj in the early 19th century Central Travancore.Razor
2014
Razor
2014
The Second World War is over. But after each war the human destinies are left. This film is about two of them. The former officer of the Wehrmacht. The former prisoner of the Nazi concentration camp.The Ladder
2021
The Ladder
2021
star 5.4Based on true events, The Ladder follows the spiritual journey of Andrei, a sensitive, socially awkward young man who turns to acting in his search for true happiness. After the fall of communism, he is blinded by the illusion of freedom and democracy and faces a series of brutal events that have deeply marked Romania's recent history. Finding comfort in playing the part of Aliosa in a stage adaptation of The Karamazov Brothers, he becomes closer and closer to his character, gradually discovering the way to understanding divinity.Mike Mignola: Drawing Monsters
2022
star 5.3As one of the most successful independent comic book creators, Mike Mignola has inspired generations of writers and artists. This feature-length documentary explores the legacy of the legendary comic book creator behind Hellboy, and delves into Mignola's career from his early days at Marvel, to his success with Hellboy, featuring insights from Neil Gaiman on the Mignolaverse and Rebecca Sugar on Mignola's influence on Steven Universe.Let's Ask Nostradamus
1953
star 6Nostradamus writes a letter to his young son, and his prophecies are compared to events of the French Revolution.Francis of Assisi
1966
Francis of Assisi
1966
star 6.2A 1966 biopic of Francis of Assisi presents him as a troubled rebel and champion of radical brotherhood, reflecting the spirit of 1968 student protests. Praised and condemned, the film sparked controversy for its bold, dissenting portrayal of faith.Waterman
2022
Waterman
2022
star 9Five-time Olympic medalist and Native Hawaiian Duke Paoa Kahinu Mokoe Hulikohola Kahanamoku shattered records and brought surfing to the world while overcoming a lifetime of personal challenges. Waterman explores his journey and legacy as a legendary swimmer, trailblazer, and the undisputed father of modern-day surfing, following the sport’s first-time inclusion in this year’s Summer Olympics – a fitting tribute to his work promoting the sport around the globe.Attabu
2013
Attabu
2013
The Longest Ditch
2004
The Longest Ditch
2004
The true story of a farm labourer, Sonnie Murphy, who gets the chance to compete in the steeplechase in the Los Angeles 1932 Olympics. But for every dream there is a price to be paid.Messalina
1924
Messalina
1924
star 4.5In ancient Rome, tyrannical Emperor Caligula is assassinated through the machinations of Messalina. She then makes a conquest of Marcus, who forces the Senate to name her husband, Claudius, as emperor. Messalina's wicked ways continue when she falls in love with Ennio, a slave. Ennio is also loved by Egyptian princess Mirit, but he loves neither of them, preferring the company of Ela, a Greek slave.Il Tricolore
2024
Melián 3167
2022
Melián 3167
2022
star 10César and Luis, two tango authors, visit Polaco Goyeneche at his house, to give him a song in his honor. Based on the song "Ciudadano de Saavedra" by César Rossi and Julio Pane.Héloïse and Abélard
1973
Héloïse and Abélard
1973
The love affair between Abélard and Héloïse, or the extraordinary passion between a brilliant 37-year-old professor and his young student, has left its mark on their lives. While their uncle Fulbert's criminal jealousy dogged them and tragedy separated them, these events made their romantic adventure all the more unusual and famous. And it is the strength of the bond between these two extraordinary heroes that will overcome all obstacles, whatever they may be.
