Movies and TvShows featuring "begins-with-historical-notes" theme.
In Wrong Turn 5: Bloodlines, a group of college students find themselves trapped in a small town where they become prey to a cannibalistic mutant family. As they struggle to survive, the body count rises and the killers show no mercy. It's a chilling and thrilling story of survival horror.
In twelfth-century England, Robin Longstride and his band of marauders confront corruption in a local village and lead an uprising against the crown that will forever alter the balance of world power. Robin impersonates Sir Robert Loxley to prevent the family lands from being taken by the crown and falls in love with Loxley's widow, Lady Marian. They join forces with the northern barons to demand the signing of a charter of liberties and eventually lead an English army to victory against a French invasion. The legend of Robin Hood and the Merry Men of Sherwood Forest begins.
Set in the 16th century, a Spanish conquistador ventures into the heart of the Amazon rainforest in search of the legendary city of El Dorado. As the journey progresses, he succumbs to megalomania and obsession, leading to the decline of the entire expedition.
When a teenage girl named Lucinda Price starts attending a reform school called Sword & Cross Academy, she soon discovers that she is a fallen angel who has been reincarnated multiple times. As she delves deeper into her past lives, she must also navigate the complexities of love and destiny, all while trying to uncover the truth behind her existence. With the help of her fellow students and a mysterious boy named Daniel, Lucinda uncovers a dark secret that threatens to tear her world apart.
A troubled teen discovers he is the descendant of a line of fallen angels and must choose between good and evil. With the help of his friends and a mysterious girl, he unravels the secrets of his past and fights against supernatural forces.
In Hamburg, Germany, an anti-terrorism unit tracks a suspected illegal immigrant who appears to have connections to Muslim rebels. As they dig deeper into the case, they uncover a network of espionage, torture, and surveillance. The film explores themes of immigration, security, and the post-9/11 world.
In the old west, a notorious gunfighter named Jimmy Ringo tries to leave his violent past behind and settle down. However, his reputation precedes him and he is constantly challenged by aspiring gunslingers. As he navigates through the dangerous world of the Wild West, Ringo must confront his own demons and make a choice between a peaceful life and a gunfight that could define his legacy.
In the 19th century, a Texas Ranger investigates a series of murders in a small town. As he gets closer to the truth, he discovers a sinister plot involving human hunting for sport. With the help of a local woman, he sets out to bring the perpetrators to justice and bring peace to the town.
Freakonomics is a thought-provoking documentary that dives into various social and economic experiments, revealing surprising insights into human nature. From high-stakes economics to infamous cheating scandals, this film examines the hidden forces that shape our decisions.
Is Paris Burning? is a historical drama that takes place during the Nazi occupation of Paris in World War II. The film follows the story of the French military and the French Resistance as they work together to liberate the city from Nazi control. The plot includes secret messages, burnt faces, promotions to general, and a daring plan to blow up the Arc de Triomphe. It showcases the struggles and challenges faced by the French people during this time.
In 1967, a pair of CIA operatives impersonate a documentary filmmaking team in order to investigate a potential Russian mole within NASA, and inadvertently become involved in the greatest conspiracy of the 20th century: faking the moon landing.
In 17th-century England, the Bloody Judge presides over a series of brutal and sadistic murder trials, using his power to carry out his own form of justice. As the body count rises, the townspeople live in fear of this tyrannical judge and his lust for power. The horrifying events unfold in a story of violence, torture, and witchcraft.
Infini is a sci-fi horror movie set in the 23rd century. A group of search and rescue soldiers are sent to a mining outpost in deep space called INFINI, where a mysterious plague has taken over the crew. As they search for survivors and try to escape, they soon realize that the outpost is not what it seems and they are trapped in a fight for survival against a powerful and unknown force. The movie explores themes of mind control, mutation, and time dilation.
Set in Nazi-occupied Poland, 'Uprising' follows the brave resistance fighters of the Warsaw Uprising in 1944. With their city devastated and their lives at stake, they engage in guerilla warfare and create tunnels and bunkers to fight against the brutal Nazi regime. This TV movie showcases the heroic struggle of the Warsaw Ghetto against all odds.
In the year 1997, a group of soldiers find themselves trapped in a secret military base that houses ancient creatures. As they try to survive, they are faced with their deepest fears and must find a way to escape. The battle for survival begins with historical notes and a clash between the soldiers and the deadly creatures.
In this spoof of hard-boiled detective films, a bumbling detective is tasked with solving a murder case that involves a widow, an ambush, and a series of peculiar clues. As he tries to untangle the mystery, he encounters eccentric characters and gets caught up in a web of deception and romance.
Day of the Siege is a historical drama that takes place during the siege of Vienna in 1683. The Ottoman Empire launches an assault on the city, and a group of soldiers and civilians must defend it against overwhelming odds. Amidst the chaos and violence, personal stories of sacrifice, love, and redemption emerge. The fate of Vienna hangs in the balance as the battle rages on.
In 1800s England, a mad doctor conducts experiments on suspended animation. He creates a monster and hides it in a secret cellar of his castle.
During the War of 1812, privateer Jean Lafitte assists President Andrew Jackson in the battle to defend New Orleans against British forces.
Arrowhead is a sci-fi action adventure movie set in Australia. After crash-landing on a hostile planet, a man must navigate through alien creatures and treacherous terrain. He discovers an ancient artifact called the Arrowhead and must unravel its secrets in order to survive and find a way home. Along the way, he encounters clones, mutations, and intense danger.