Movies and TvShows featuring "biography-film" theme.

Sir Nicholas 'Nicky' Winton, a young London broker, risks his life to rescue Jewish children from the Nazis during World War II. He embarks on a race against time to save as many children as possible before the borders close. Years later, haunted by the children he couldn't save, Nicky finds redemption when he meets the surviving adults on a live TV show.

19 year old Irena Gut is promoted to housekeeper in the home of a highly respected Nazi officer in Poland when she finds out that the Jewish ghetto is about to be liquidated. Determined to help twelve Jewish workers, she decides to shelter them in the safest place she can think of – the basement of the German Major's house. Over the next eight months, Irena uses her wit, humour and immense courage to hide her friends as long as possible.

Experience the intense and high-stakes decisions faced by Golda Meir, the 'Iron Lady of Israel,' during the Yom Kippur War in this gripping drama.

David, the king of Israel, falls in love with Bathsheba, the wife of one of his soldiers. They begin an affair which leads to tragedy and consequences for both of them.

During World War II, a German and British pilot shoot each other down and find themselves stranded in the harsh winter wilderness of Norway. Forced to work together to survive, they must overcome their differences and learn to trust each other.

During World War II, a widow becomes a secret agent and joins the French Resistance to carry out dangerous missions, including acts of sabotage and espionage.

Ivan the Terrible, Part II: The Boyars' Plot follows the life of Ivan the Terrible as he faces a conspiracy by the boyars to overthrow him. The film explores themes of power, brutality, and political intrigue in 16th century Russia.

Marie tells the remarkable true story of Marie Ragghianti, a divorced mother who is wrongfully convicted of a crime she didn't commit. After serving time in prison, Marie becomes determined to expose the corruption within the justice system and fights for her freedom and justice for others.

The plot follows the journey of Mussum, a Brazilian comedian, as he transitions from performing samba music to achieving success in the world of film and TV comedy. %s

“Death is my Trade” centers on the life of Rudolph Höss, the commandant of Auschwitz II-Birkenau for the majority of its existence. The main character's name in the film is Franz Lang. This name change was deliberate to ensure that the character is not automatically viewed as being some sort of villain or demon. Franz is an average German kid growing up during World War I. The film follows Franz as he grows up and becomes a hard, efficient, organized worker who eventually joins the National Socialist party in Germany. Impressionable young Franz takes orders as one of the utmost points of honor and duty, so when he is eventually asked by Heinrich Himmler to become commandant of the largest extermination camp built during WWII he barely hesitates to consider how heavy such a burden will be.

Lady Sings the Blues is a biography drama film that tells the tragic story of jazz singer Billie Holiday. Set in the 1930s and 1940s in Harlem, New York City, the movie follows Billie's struggles with drug addiction, racism, and her rise to fame as a singer. It explores her relationships, including her tumultuous marriage and her mother-daughter bond. The film delves into the dark side of the music industry, showcasing the hardships Billie faced, from drug rehabilitation to facing the Ku Klux Klan. Lady Sings the Blues is a poignant and emotional journey into the life of a legendary musician.

Dr. Crippen, a husband accused of murdering his wife, goes on trial at the Old Bailey in early 1910s London. The case becomes a media sensation as the truth of the disturbing crime unfolds, revealing the dark secrets of a troubled marriage.

Torn between his love for Sarah and his mission to save farmlands, George Washington Carver risks losing everything over his work. Facing racism and doubt, Carver works to unlock the secrets of the peanut that could transform agriculture.

Reflections on life and her journey by Diane - a retired model and a star of a cult classic horror film "Manos: the Hands of Fate".

The story of flyer Amy Johnson the girl from Yorkshire who won the hearts of the British public in the 1930s with her record-breaking solo flights around the world. Her marriage to fellow aviator Jim Mallison was less noteworthy.

The story of the life and career of football star Elroy "Crazylegs" Hirsch (who plays himself).

A portrait of the British writer Thomas Hardy (1840-1928), who, although he had radical instincts, hated hypocrisy, was of great poetic brilliance, had a tragic perception of life and a calm outward appearance, was at heart a man of seething and somber darkness.

Trapper Jake is a captivating documentary that explores the extraordinary life of a renowned trapper, highlighting his adventures in the wild and the challenges he faced. It delves into his unique experiences, the dangers he encountered, and the impact he made on the trapper community.