Movies and TvShows featuring "based-on-autobiography" theme.

During the WWII, acclaimed Polish musician Wladyslaw faces various struggles as he loses contact with his family. As the situation worsens, he hides in the ruins of Warsaw in order to survive. The movie tells the story of Wladyslaw Szpilman, a pianist living in Warsaw during World War II. As the war breaks out, the situation for the Jewish population in Warsaw becomes increasingly bleak. Wladyslaw, along with his family, is forced to move to the Jewish ghetto and endure harsh living conditions. Despite the hardships, Wladyslaw manages to find work as a pianist in the ghetto, which allows him to continue playing music and bring some solace to those around him. However, as the war progresses, the situation becomes more dangerous and Wladyslaw must go into hiding to avoid capture. He spends months living in various hiding places, relying on the help of others to survive. Ultimately, he is discovered by a Nazi officer who recognizes his talent as a pianist and helps him evade capture. Wladyslaw survives the war, but many of his family members do not. The movie ends with Wladyslaw triumphantly playing the piano in a concert, a symbol of his resilience and survival.

In 2013, Vanessa Springora recounts how she found herself under the influence of a famous writer. In 1986, she was 13; him, almost 50. The victim of a triple predation: sexual, literary, and psychic, there's more beyond her individual story. She questions the excesses of an era, and the complacency of an environment blinded by talent and celebrity.

Susanna Kaysen, a directionless teenager, is rushed to a mental institution after a suicide attempt. There, she befriends a group of troubled women, including a sardonic anorexic, a girl who burned herself as a child, a lesbian, and a compulsive liar. Susanna's life is turned upside down by the return of Lisa Rowe, a sociopath who befriends her. Together, they cause trouble and Susanna begins relying on Lisa. Through her diary and therapy sessions, Susanna navigates her recovery and eventually leaves the institution, determined to start anew.

In April 2003, mountaineer Aron Ralston gets trapped under a boulder while hiking alone in Utah. He records a video diary, rationing his food and water, and struggling with hallucinations. After six days, he amputates his own arm, rappels down the rockface, and is rescued. Years later, he gets married, has a son, and continues climbing, always leaving a note for his family.

Solomon Northup, a free black man, is abducted and sold into slavery in the antebellum United States. He endures the horrors of being a slave, including physical abuse, sexual abuse, and separation from his family. Despite his struggles, he maintains his dignity and seeks freedom.

A biographical epic that follows the life of Malcolm X, from his upbringing in poverty to his transformation into a prominent Black Nationalist leader as a member of the Nation of Islam. The film explores Malcolm X's journey, from his early years as a small-time gangster to his eventual assassination, highlighting his influential role in the civil rights movement and his struggle against racism.

Diana Nyad, a former athlete turned sports journalist, becomes obsessed with completing a grueling 110-mile swim from Cuba to Florida at the age of 60. With the help of her best friend and coach, Diana embarks on a thrilling journey to conquer the 'Mount Everest' of swims without a shark cage.

Bernardo Bertolucci's Oscar-winning dramatisation of the life story of China's last emperor, Pu Yi. The film follows Pu Yi's journey from being the emperor of China at a young age to his eventual downfall and capture as a war criminal. It explores his relationships, his struggles with identity and power, and the changing political landscape of China. This epic and visually stunning film offers a poignant portrayal of one man's life and the historical events that shaped it.

Inspired by John Ibrahim's best-selling autobiography, Last King of The Cross is an operatic story of two brothers, John and Sam Ibrahim who organize the street but lose each other in their ascent to power.

During China's takeover of Tibet, an Austrian mountain climber becomes friends with the Dalai Lama and witnesses the challenges faced by the Tibetan people under Chinese occupation.

A chronicle of country music legend Johnny Cash's life, from his early days on an Arkansas cotton farm to his rise to fame with Sun Records in Memphis, where he recorded alongside Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins.

A young teacher named Erin Gruwell inspires her racially divided class of at-risk students at Wilson High School in Long Beach, California to learn tolerance, apply themselves, and pursue education beyond high school. Based on a true story, Erin uses unconventional methods to engage her students, including having them keep diaries and teaching them about the Holocaust. Through her efforts, the students begin to transform their lives and find hope for the future.

After suffering a stroke, Elle editor Jean-Dominique Bauby is left paralyzed except for his left eye. Using eye movements, he communicates and writes a memoir about his life struggle. Bauby's book is published two days before he dies.

Soul Surfer is based on the true story of Bethany Hamilton, a young surfer who loses her arm in a shark attack but continues to pursue her dreams of surfing.

Behind the Candelabra is a biographical drama film that tells the story of the secret life of Liberace, a flamboyant pianist. Set in the 1970s and 1980s, the movie explores the relationship between Liberace and his young lover Scott Thorson, and delves into themes of fame, love, and identity.

Ron Kovic, a young and patriotic boy, enlists in the Marine Corps and goes on to serve in the Vietnam War. After a series of traumatic experiences, including the accidental shooting of a fellow Marine and becoming paralyzed, Ron becomes disillusioned with the war and his country. He returns home to a society that has forgotten about its Vietnam veterans and becomes an anti-war and pro-human rights political activist.

When a young girl's mother dies, she is sent to live with her estranged father in Canada. Together, they come up with a plan to help a flock of geese migrate south using an ultralight aircraft. Along the way, they face challenges, including deforestation and the loss of loved ones. Through their journey, the girl learns about the importance of family, friendship, and the environment.

Abzurdah is a movie based on the true story of a teenage girl who falls in love with an older man. The relationship becomes obsessive and destructive, leading the girl to develop anorexia and engage in self-destructive behavior. Set in the 1990s in Argentina, the film explores themes of love, obsession, and coming-of-age.

In the year 1910, a Russian officer gets lost in the Siberian wilderness. He meets an old man, Dersu Uzala, who becomes his guide and helps him survive in the harsh conditions. The two form a strong bond and learn from each other's experiences. However, their friendship is tested when they face a deadly blizzard and other challenges in the deep forest.

Desert Flower is a movie based on the autobiography of Waris Dirie, who escaped from Somalia and became a successful supermodel. The movie explores her struggles as a nomad, her experience with female genital mutilation, and her rise to fame in the fashion industry. It also sheds light on important issues like immigration, cultural traditions, and women's rights.