Movies and TvShows featuring "ancient-culture" theme.
The Deboth Army who invaded the Earth in the time of the dinosaurs has revived. Wise God Torin selects 5 brave individuals who can defeat their respective Zyudenryu and give them powers to become the “People of the Strong Dragons”, Kyoryuger.
The alien invasion force called Warstar destroy the Heaven’s Tower, the bridge between the Earth and the Gosei World, home of the Gosei Angels. Five apprentice Gosei Angels who happened to be on the Earth transform into Goseiger and fight to defend the Earth.
The three Tribes of the Daos Empire - Shura, Dai and Gorma - were peaceful until the Gorma set out to conquer the planet, launching a magical war between the Gorma and Dai Tribes that lasted for centuries. In the end, both civilizations were lost... until now. The evil Gorma have returned. Now, it's up to Master Kaku to assemble a team of kids with high levels of Ch'i to become the protectors of the Earth known as the Dairangers!
Jesus of Nazareth is a TV mini-series that portrays the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, including his birth, his ministry, his crucifixion, and his resurrection. It delves into the political and religious climate of Roman-occupied Judea, depicting the challenges and conflicts faced by Jesus and his followers.
When an ancient Egyptian prince is revived, he teams up with a team of guardians who transform into mummies to protect the world from an ancient evil. With their supernatural powers and martial arts skills, they fight against demons and monsters while trying to blend into modern society.
Five young warriors from the ancient civilization of Dinosaur-evolved Humans are awakened in the present day after 170 million years of suspended animation when their sworn enemy, Bandora the Witch, is inadvertently released from her magical container on Planet Nemesis by two astronauts. The five warriors, the Zyurangers, must summon the power of mechanical-looking deities known as the Guardian Beasts, each modeled after a different prehistoric beast, in order to protect mankind from Bandora's evil forces.
In 10,000 BC, a tribe of hunter-gatherers called the Yagahl live in the Urals. D'Leh, a young hunter, forms a bond with Evolet, an orphan. When horse raiders capture Evolet, D'Leh sets out on a quest to save her. Along the way, he forms alliances with other tribes and discovers an advanced civilization ruled by 'The Almighty.' With their help, D'Leh leads a rebellion to free the slaves and defeat The Almighty. Ultimately, D'Leh rescues Evolet, and they return to their tribe with grains to transition from hunter-gatherers to farmers.
The Color of Pomegranates is a poetic and surreal film that presents the life of an Armenian poet through episodic chapters. It explores themes of religion, love, and tradition, while taking the audience on a journey through the poet's experiences and emotions.
Guns Germs & Steel is a captivating TV show that delves into the factors that contributed to the global distribution of power and wealth. Based on the book by Jared Diamond, it analyzes how geography, biology, and historical circumstances shaped the development of civilizations across the world, from ancient times to the present day. Through an examination of various societies and their encounters with one another, the series aims to uncover the root causes behind the inequalities that exist in our world today.
It spans over 5,000 years of history that have shaped the world. It is full of spectacular sites and epic stories and an evolving society of inventors, heroes, heroines, villains, artisans and pioneers. Professor Joann Fletcher reveals the highs and lows of the most beguiling civilisation in humanity’s rich history in this four-part series made for BBC2.
A group of archaeologists and an army expedition are sent to uncover the secrets of the ancient Chola civilization. Along the way, they face supernatural powers, violence, and inhumanity. As they delve deeper into the expedition, they encounter bloodshed, torture, and a hallucination-inducing game of death.
In Silent Souls, a man named Miron and his friend Aist embark on a journey to the Nizhny Novgorod region in Russia to fulfill an ancient Merjan custom. Miron's wife, Tanya, has recently died, and according to tradition, her body must be prepared and taken to a sacred lake for cremation. Along the way, Miron reminisces about his marriage and reveals the intimate details of their relationship. As they reach their destination, Miron and Aist perform a poetic and ritualistic ceremony for Tanya, bidding her farewell and finding closure in their grief.
Alastair Sooke explores the riches and unique legacy of Greek art.
Made in wartime and edited in candlelight, Vartanov's rarely-seen masterpiece tells about his friendship with the genius Parajanov who was imprisoned by KGB "at the height of his fame ". Vartanov resurrects the riveting scenes from his banned 1969 film The Color of Armenian Land, where Paradjanov concocts the chef-d'oeuvre The Color of Pomegranates - widely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time - then reveals the shocking request Parajanov sent him in unpublished 1974 letters from Ukrainian prisons. Vartanov's camera documents Parajanov's staggering last day at work in 1990 during the making of the unfinished Confession - which survives in The Last Spring - as Parajanov comments on this cherished autobiographical film. The foremost achievement of The Last Spring, emphasized by critics, is Vartanov's exquisite wordless montage that "evoked the very soul" of Parajanov and earned the praise of many of cinema's greatest masters, such as Martin Scorsese and Francis Ford Coppola.
In an ancient temple, Bayu found a Keris embedded in stone. Because of his curiousity, he pulled it. Then some strange things happened! Bayu got powers to be a Mighty Warrior. Too bad that the Keris is also a seal to a ruthless giant called Asura. The giant who had been sealed for thousands of years now resurrected to spread terrors to humanity. Accompanied by Rani, his cousin and an old ape named Empu Tandra, Bayu must face Asura and the League of Shadows. Can his journey prevail?
From the British Empire, to the French Revolution, to the Spanish Inquisition, the conquest of the Aztecs, the Protestant Reformation, the Rothschild banking dynasty, the American Revolutionary War and beyond, Apotheosis of Evil will take you, the viewer, on the most exhaustive, awe-inspiring and unbelievable journey through the history of Europe, through its many ups and downs, arriving at the present day. The full length documentary epic covering European history in its entirety, exploring previously unexplored avenues of history and dispelling many myths along the way. It's time to rethink everything you thought you knew.
In the Soviet Union, the people of Armenia mourn the loss of an old woman and celebrate their national identity through rituals and funerals. The film explores ancient Armenian culture, including shepherds and the countryside.
In the fictional country of Ankh-Morpork, the City Watch must keep peace and order in a world filled with bizarre characters, ancient cultures, and epic battles. Captain Sam Vimes and his team navigate through surreal situations, facing challenges that test their wit, strength, and traditional values. With a mix of animation and live-action, Men at Arms is a satirical adventure filled with humor, bloodshed, and unexpected twists.
The Column is a drama movie set in ancient Rome, exploring the themes of betrayal, battle, and ancient civilization. It follows the story of a Roman soldier who gets caught in a web of intrigue and must navigate the complex politics and power struggles of the time. With stunning visuals and a gripping storyline, The Column takes viewers on a journey through the glories and hardships of the Roman Empire.