Movies and TvShows featuring "burned-at-the-stake" theme.
The Pillars of the Earth is a TV show set in 12th-century England, focusing on the construction of a cathedral and the struggles faced by the characters amidst political intrigue, war, and a power struggle for the throne.
The Name of the Rose is a gripping TV show set in 14th-century Italy. It follows a Franciscan monk and his young apprentice as they arrive at an isolated monastery. Together, they must solve a series of mysterious murders that threaten to tear the monastery apart. As they delve deeper into the investigation, they uncover a web of secrets, heresy, and religious zealotry. The show explores themes of power, corruption, and the clash between reason and faith.
Puella Magi Madoka Magica is a dark fantasy TV show that follows the story of Madoka Kaname, a middle school girl who is approached by a magical creature named Kyubey. Kyubey offers Madoka and her friend Sayaka the chance to become magical girls and grant any wish they desire. However, in exchange for their powers, they must fight witches, powerful creatures born from despair. As they embark on their journey, Madoka and Sayaka soon realize the true price they must pay for their wishes.
A reverend and her daughter start a new life in a village that soon reveals its community's dark history and where ancient superstitions and mistrust of outsiders are quite common.
Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters(2013)
16%TomatometerAbandoned by their father deep in a forest, young Hansel and Gretel enter a gingerbread house and outsmart an old witch. Years later, they become ruthless bounty hunters dedicated to exterminating witches. Hansel is diabetic due to the old witch, but their immunity to harmful spells and curses helps in their work. When a town hires them to rescue children abducted by witches, they discover a dark ritual and face powerful witches who threaten the town. With the help of Mina, a white witch, and a local boy named Ben, they must stop the witches and uncover the truth of their own past.
Calum Lynch explores the memories of his ancestor, Aguilar de Nerha, an Assassin from the 15th-century. He gains the skills of a Master Assassin and takes on the Templar society in a battle for control over free will.
The Accursed Kings is a captivating TV show set in medieval France that delves into the palace intrigue, power struggles, and murders within the royal family. It follows the story of the Knight Templar and the dramatic events leading to the overthrow of the monarchy.
In the 2nd century, the Roman Empire faces multiple challenges, including internal power struggles, romantic rivalries, and the threat of barbarian invasions. The fate of the empire hangs in the balance as the manipulative Emperor Commodus, dysfunctional relationships, and political unrest contribute to its downfall.
In 1605 England, a teenage girl faces persecution and accusations of witchcraft in a society dominated by patriarchy and superstition. She must navigate through arranged marriage, the pressure to conform, and the trials of a witch-hunt while discovering her own identity and fighting for her freedom.
After a young monk is found dead in an isolated abbey, friar William of Baskerville and his novice assistant, Adso of Melk, are asked to investigate. As they delve deeper into the case, more deaths occur, leading them to uncover a hidden library and a deadly secret book. With the arrival of investigator Bernardo Gui, William and Adso must race against time to solve the mystery and prevent further tragedy.
The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc(1999)
32%TomatometerIn medieval France, Joan of Arc, a young peasant girl, hears voices from God telling her to lead the French army against the English. She overcomes political obstacles and inspires the French troops, but her journey is fraught with challenges and tragic consequences.
In 1348, as the Black Death spreads across England, a young monk is sent on a mission to investigate rumors of a remote village unaffected by the plague. He soon discovers that the village has made a pact with a necromancer, who is using the plague to carry out acts of witchcraft. Faced with both the brutality of the plague and the terror of the supernatural, the monk must confront his own faith and beliefs to survive.
The Devils is a dark and provocative drama set in seventeenth century France, where an evil Catholic priest named Urbain Grandier wreaks havoc on a small town. Amidst political and religious turmoil, Grandier's lust for power leads him to manipulate and exploit the town's women, leading to mass hysteria and sexual perversion. The film explores themes of religious fanaticism, repressed sexuality, and the corrupting influence of power.
When a series of gruesome murders terrorize the city of Breslau, a determined police detective must unravel the twisted mystery and catch the sadistic killer before more lives are lost. The investigation takes him deep into the dark underbelly of the city, where he uncovers secrets that challenge his own sanity and morality.
Set during the French and Indian War, the movie follows the story of a colonial militia officer and his involvement with the Mohican tribe. It explores themes of love, loyalty, and honor as they navigate the brutalities of war.
After escaping from a sadistic cult, a young woman seeks revenge on her captors. She must confront her own demons and face unimaginable pain and suffering, all in the name of seeking justice.
Black Sunday tells the story of a witch who is burned at the stake and returns from the grave to seek vengeance on her descendants. Alongside her is a vampire and an reanimated corpse, all of whom are wreaking havoc in an old inn. The film explores themes of seduction, resurrection, and the supernatural.
A radio DJ in Salem receives a strange record that triggers a series of supernatural events, leading to the resurrection of a witch coven.
When a terrorist group plans to start a war, a former soldier with ninja skills must stop them and save innocent lives. He must navigate through dangerous missions and face deadly enemies, using his martial arts expertise and quick reflexes. Can he prevent the annihilation and bring peace?
Häxan is a silent film that delves into the history of witchcraft and superstition in the Middle Ages. Through a combination of re-enactments and documentary-style storytelling, the film explores topics like accused witches, satanic worship, torture, and the social and cultural influences that ultimately led to the mass hysteria surrounding witchcraft.