Movies and TvShows featuring "bombed-out-building" theme.

In World War II London, nine-year-old George is evacuated to the countryside by his mother, Rita, to escape the bombings. Defiant and determined to return to his family, George embarks on an epic, perilous journey back home as Rita searches for him.

Joe Lampton is a young man living in a small town in Northern England after World War II. He aspires to escape his working-class background and tries to climb the social ladder by pursuing a relationship with an heiress, Susan. However, he also becomes involved with Alice, a married woman. Joe's actions lead to a tragic turn of events that ultimately change his life forever.

In a world on the brink of war, a scientist envisions a utopian future but is faced with the reality of global conflict and the destruction of civilization.

Set during World War II, 'The Dresser' follows the story of Norman, a crotchety old man who works as a dresser in a theater company. Norman is tasked with helping the veteran actor, Sir, prepare for his stage performance. As the war rages on and the theater faces the threat of bombing, Norman's dedication and loyalty are tested. The movie explores themes of aging, friendship, and the power of art.

Taking Sides is a drama movie set in post-World War II Berlin. The story revolves around Major Steve Arnold, a U.S. Army officer assigned to investigate Wilhelm Furtwängler, a famous German conductor accused of collaborating with the Nazi regime. As Arnold delves deeper into the case, he becomes conflicted as he uncovers the complexities of Furtwängler's actions during the war and the impact it had on his career. The movie explores themes of morality, art, and personal convictions.

Set in Warsaw during World War II, an 11-year-old boy named Alex finds himself alone in a bombed-out building. With the help of his pet mouse and the guidance of his grandfather, Alex must navigate the dangerous streets of the city, hiding from the Nazis and searching for food. As he forms friendship with a resistance fighter, Alex learns about trust, survival, and the power of friendship.

Shoulder Arms is a comedic silent film that takes place during World War I. The film follows the adventures of a soldier who experiences various mishaps and comedic moments while serving in the army. With its clever satire and humorous take on military life, Shoulder Arms provides an entertaining and lighthearted portrayal of the war.

In post-World War II Germany, a concentration camp survivor encounters an ex-soldier in Berlin. As they navigate the ruins of the city, they must confront their past and seek revenge on the murderers among them.

A boy accidentally shoots a friend with a gun he found in the rubble of a destroyed building. The gun turns out to be a clue in a ten-year-old murder case.

In post-World War II London, a group of boys discover a criminal gang operating in the city. With their clever wit and determination, they set out to expose the gang and bring them to justice.

Homecoming is a romantic drama that takes place in France during World War II. The story follows a nurse named Turner who falls in love with a married surgeon named Leroy. They embark on a passionate affair, but their relationship is complicated by the realities of war. The movie explores themes of love, loyalty, and the consequences of choices made in time of war.

Follow the events in Ukraine and uncover the truth behind Russia's invasion in this documentary film.

After the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, survivors are haunted by grief and struggle to rebuild their lives amidst the ruins. The film follows the story of a 7-year-old girl and her family as they cope with the physical and emotional scars left by the war.

Little heroine, a music school student, wanders through the backstreets of Warsaw's Old Town and discovers a world to which others have no access. It is a world of extraordinariness and beauty of sounds. And these are sounds that are the most important thing for the girl – the hubbub of children, the sounds of the street, the puffing of a tractor, the tuning of an organ, the sweeping of a broom and the sound of jets flying overhead.

A down-and-out crook on the lam befriends a young street urchin, in an Italian port city. At first amused that the boy is a sneak thief, he tries to deflects the kid from a life of crime. Tipped off by a woman anxious to collect the reward for him (who is wanted for murder), the police pursue the two lost souls.

The horrific war in Chechnya, a neighbor of Georgia, gives a special poignancy to Otar Iosseliani’s fascinating, four-hour, made-for-television documentary on Georgia which, like his delightful Chasing Butterflies (SFIFF 1993), was produced in France. Iosseliani presents the history of this former Soviet republic through beautifully interwoven images of landscapes, artwork and clips from other Georgian filmmakers such as Nikoloz Shengalaya and Tenghiz Abuladze. He illuminates the part played recently by two politicians, both KGB men but with very different destinies: Zviad Gamsakhurdia, an ultranationalistic demagogue who died in exile; and Eduard Shevardnadze, who is the president of Georgia today.

Propaganda short about the capital's efforts to adapt to the third year of war.