Movies and TvShows featuring "central-european-history" 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.
In Medieval, the movie follows the remarkable journey of Jan Zizka, a Czech aristocrat and warlord in the 15th century. Jan Zizka leads his forces to victories against the Teutonic Order and the Holy Roman Empire, establishing himself as a legendary figure in Czech history.
Biopic of Bozena Nemcová, a famous Czech 19th century writer and feminist, focused on her complicated on-off relationship with her husband Josef Nemec.
Based on the true story of brothers Josef and Ctirad Mašín who, in 1953, tried to escape communist Czechoslovakia to join the US army in West Berlin.
Based on a true story, Operation: Daybreak (1975) follows a group of Czech resistance fighters who are tasked with assassinating Reinhard Heydrich, one of the key architects of the Holocaust. As they carry out their mission, they face betrayal, danger, and the ultimate sacrifice.
In the heady days of the 1968 Prague Spring, a group of Czechoslovak Radio journalists risk not just their careers but their lives to distribute independent news amidst national and regional tumult. Orphaned brothers Tomáš and Pája are caught in the struggle for freedom. The elder, Tomáš, is a radio technician working at the station committed to defying the Communist Party’s censorship, overwhelming propaganda, and police harassment. When security forces pressure him to spy for them, Tomáš finds himself in a bind where he has to choose between betraying his colleagues or protecting Pája.
In a small Czech village occupied by the Nazis, a young train dispatcher apprentice navigates love, politics, and sexual awakening while working at the train depot.
In 1940s Czechoslovakia, a Czech resistance fighter named Eliska is forced to go into hiding in a small village called Želary. There, she assumes a new identity, working as a nurse and living a quiet life. However, her world is disrupted when she falls in love with a married man and becomes entangled in a dangerous affair. As the war rages on, Eliska must make difficult choices and navigate the complexities of love, identity, and survival.
1950s. Under the communist regime, a struggling actor joins the KGB as an informant to make ends meet. He quickly finds himself caught up in a dangerous web of deceit and treachery.
Charlatan is a movie based on the true story of Jan Mikolášek, a herbalist in Czechoslovakia who gained popularity for his healing powers. The film follows his rise to fame, the challenges he faces, and the impact of his actions on society. It explores themes of persecution, trauma, and the struggle for acceptance. Charlatan provides a non-linear narrative that delves into Mikolášek's personal and professional life, showcasing his complex journey as he navigates love, politics, and the consequences of his actions.
The story of Holocaust survivor Emil A. Fish, who was nine years old when he and his family in Bardejov, Slovakia were sent to a concentration camp.
Set during World War II, Divided We Fall follows the story of a couple who are forced to take in a Jewish man as their housemate when their town is occupied by the Nazis. As they navigate the challenges of living under the Third Reich, they must confront their own prejudices and make difficult choices to protect themselves and their Jewish friend.
Dark Blue World is a movie set during World War II, where a group of Czech pilots join the Royal Air Force (RAF) to fight against Nazi Germany. The film explores themes of friendship, love, and sacrifice as the pilots face the challenges of war.
It’s the 1940s. The Slovak state witnesses the rise of nationalism and it’s not an auspicious time for minorities. The turbulent social mood also impacts the widow Marika, who loses her job in an Aryanised dressmaker’s shop. Given the increasing anti-Hungarian sentiment she shuts herself away, particularly since she is harbouring a little Jewish boy. Despite this she still finds herself singled out by two men: a German Nazi officer and a captain of Slovakia’s Hlinka Guard. This drama by Slovak director Iveta Grófová is an adaptation of the novella of the same name by Peter Krištúfek, which conjures up the dramatic atmosphere of wartime Slovakia. The story of a fragmented era, which forces the protagonists to confront complex dilemmas, is told not only through words, but also by way of a powerful visual language. Sandra Hezinová (kviff.com)
Nicky's Family is a documentary film that tells the incredible story of Nicholas Winton, a British stockbroker who organized the rescue of 669 Jewish children from Czechoslovakia just before the outbreak of World War II. Winton's actions went largely unnoticed for over 50 years, until his wife discovered a scrapbook in their attic containing a list of the children he had saved. The film explores Winton's remarkable efforts and sheds light on the impact he had on the lives of those he saved.
Set in Prague, Czechoslovakia during World War Two, All My Loved Ones tells the story of Nicholas Winton and his efforts to save Jewish children from the horrors of the Holocaust. The film explores themes of family relationships, tragedy, and the resilience of the human spirit.
During the German occupation of Czech Republic in 1944, a man hides under a bed and listens to a radio for information. He forms a special bond with a dog and experiences various comical situations, including urinating together with other boys and playing volleyball. The story explores the father-son relationship and the awkwardness and humor that arises in a time of war.
