The Great War and the Shaping of the 20th Century is a 1996 documentary series that aired on PBS. It chronicles World War I over eight episodes. It was narrated by Dame Judi Dench in the UK and Salome Jens in the United States. The series won two Primetime Emmy Awards: one for Jeremy Irons for Outstanding Voice-Over Performance, the other for Outstanding Informational Series. In 1997, it was given a Peabody Award.
Set during the last days of the Ottoman Empire, The Promise follows a love triangle between Michael, a brilliant medical student, the beautiful and sophisticated Ana, and Chris - a renowned American journalist based in Paris. Michael, an Armenian, arrives in Constantinople to attend medical school and meets Ana, the daughter of a famous violinist. As war erupts and the Armenian genocide begins, Michael, Ana, and Chris are caught in the turmoil and struggle to survive while fighting for their love and the lives of their loved ones.
The Armenian Genocide is a documentary film that delves into the systematic mass murder and deportation of the Armenian people by the Ottoman Empire during World War I. It discusses the historical context, the testimonies of survivors, and the denial of the genocide by the Turkish government. The film sheds light on the crimes against humanity committed during this tragic period of history.
In Nazi-occupied Paris, a group of courageous men and women join forces to form the French Resistance. As they plan and execute daring acts of sabotage against the Nazis, they face constant danger and the threat of betrayal. Set against the backdrop of the Armenian Genocide and the brutality of the SS, Army of Crime showcases the resilience and bravery of those who risked everything for the freedom of their country.
Architects of Denial is a documentary film that exposes the horrors of the Armenian Genocide, the systematic mass murder of Armenians by the Ottoman Empire during World War I. The film examines the denial of this genocide by the Turkish government and highlights the importance of recognizing and acknowledging historical atrocities.
1915 is a historical drama that takes place during the Armenian Genocide. The story follows an Armenian-American stage play production in Los Angeles and explores the challenges faced by the Armenian community. It depicts the struggles of a soldier and the deportation of Armenians, providing a glimpse into the tragic events of the time. The film combines elements of historical fiction with a focus on Armenian history and culture.
The Near East Foundation, known initially as Near East Relief, spearheaded this first great mobilization of international humanitarian assistance in the United States, in September 1915, in response to the Armenian Genocide. Driven by the conviction that ordinary citizens had the collective power to save the lives of people coping with adversity, the organization's efforts helped save more than one million lives.
Robert Sternvall, a German journalist, returns to Artsakh in 2016 to cover the war which has been reignited after a 22-year ceasefire. In the result of his journalistic investigation, Robert meets Sophia, a young opera singer, who happens to be the daughter of missing photojournalist Edgar Martirosyan, whom Robert abandoned in captivity during the fall of the village of Talish in 1992. Robert and Sophia’s frequent rendezvouses ignite a passionate romance...
This documentary follows the life and work of Robert Fisk, a renowned foreign correspondent known for his fearless pursuit of truth. Fisk's career spans decades and takes him to conflict zones around the world, including the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, the Armenian Genocide, and the Syrian Civil War. Through interviews and archive footage, the film explores Fisk's relentless quest for uncovering the facts behind state crimes, weapons trafficking, and war journalism. It also delves into his experiences reporting from Syria, Israel, Palestine, and the Balkans, shedding light on the complexities of these regions. 'This Is Not a Movie' is a gripping portrayal of Fisk's dedication to journalism and his commitment to speaking truth to power.
During the Armenian Genocide, a family living on a farm in Turkey is faced with the destruction of their civilization and must struggle to survive.
Aghet (2010) is a documentary that delves into the events of the Armenian Genocide, shedding light on the mass murder and genocide committed by the Ottoman Empire against the Armenian people during the early 1900s. Through reenactments and historical accounts, the film uncovers the crimes against humanity and the lasting impact it had on the Armenian community. It also explores the international silence and denial surrounding this dark chapter of history.
Intent to Destroy: Death, Denial & Depiction is a documentary film that explores the historical and political aspects of the Armenian Genocide, a mass murder committed by the Ottoman Empire during World War I. The film discusses the denial of the Armenian Genocide by the Turkish government, the efforts of historians and witnesses to reveal the truth, and the representation of the genocide in media and art. It sheds light on the crimes against humanity and the lasting impact on the Armenian diaspora.
In the midst of the collapse of the Ottoman Empire, a young journalist finds herself caught up in the tragic events of the Smyrna Catastrophe, witnessing the assault on the city and the atrocities committed during the Greek and Armenian genocides. As her own family's safety is threatened, she struggles to navigate the chaos and face the harsh realities of war crimes and the destruction of an empire.
In 1915, during the Armenian genocide, a blacksmith named Nazaret is separated from his wife and twin daughters. He embarks on a perilous journey to find his daughters and reunite his family amidst the chaos and violence of war.
Turkey's history has been shaped by two major political figures: Mustafa Kemal (1881-1934), known as Atatürk, the Father of the Turks, founder of the modern state, and the current president Recep Tayyıp Erdoğan, who apparently wants Turkey to regain the political and military pre-eminence it had as an empire under the Ottoman dynasty.
Casimê Celîl was born into a Yezidi Kurdish family in 1908, in a village called Kızılkule, located in Digor, Kars. The village and family life, which he longed to remember throughout his life, ends with the massacre they endured in 1918. During his long road to Erivan, Armenia, he lost all his family members. Left all alone, Casim was placed into an orphanage and was forced to change his name. To remember who he was and where he came from, every morning he repeated the mantra “Navê min Casim e, Ez kurê Celîlim, Ez ji gundê Qizilquleyê Dîgorê me, Ez Kurdim, Kurdê Êzîdî me”, which translates to: “My name is Casim, I am the son of Celîl, I come from the village of Kızılkule in Digor, I am a Kurd, and I am Yezidi”. He clings to every piece of his culture he can find, reads, and saves whatever Kurdish literature or art he comes across. As the year’s pass, Casim finds himself with an impressive collection of Kurdish culture and history.
Ararat (2002) is a drama film that explores the Armenian Genocide. An Armenian filmmaker is making a movie about the genocide while facing backlash and denial. The film delves into the personal lives of the characters and their experiences during this dark period of history. It also touches upon themes of identity, art, and the lasting effects of trauma.
U.S. Ambassador Henry Morgenthau risks his job and his reputation by leaking memos to the New York Times and becoming the first whistleblower of the Armenian Genocide. (Based on "Ambassador Morgenthau's Story" by Henry Morgenthau)
588 rue Paradis is a heartwarming comedy-drama that tells the story of an Armenian man who escapes the horrors of the Armenian Genocide and settles in Paris. The film explores themes of immigration, family, and the challenges faced by the Armenian diaspora in their struggle for survival. It offers a unique perspective on Armenian history and the lasting impact of the Ottoman Empire.