Movies and TvShows featuring "charisma" theme.
Only Fools and Horses is a beloved comedy TV show that follows the adventures of the Trotter family, a working-class British family involved in various schemes and trading. The show revolves around the lives of Del Boy, the ambitious and street-smart older brother, and Rodney, the naive and well-meaning younger brother. Together with their eccentric grandfather and their loyal friends, they navigate the ups and downs of life in their council estate, constantly striving for success and a better life. With its witty dialogue, memorable catchphrases, and heartwarming family dynamics, Only Fools and Horses has become a cult classic that continues to entertain audiences to this day.
In 1959, a maverick teacher returns to his alma mater and uses poetry to inspire his students to think for themselves and seize the day.
In 1964, Cassius Clay, a brash new pro boxer, rises to fame and becomes Muhammad Ali. With his unapologetic self-confidence and unique boxing style, Ali becomes a formidable heavyweight champion. However, his personal life is marred by his controversial association with the Nation of Islam and his refusal to join the Vietnam War. Despite facing legal battles and a ban from boxing, Ali stays true to his beliefs and stages a legendary comeback.
Cobra lived an adventurous life until his enemies began to hunt him down. He surgically altered his face and erased his own memory in order to hide from his foes and lead a normal life. Eventually, he regains his memories and re-unites with his old partner Lady Armaroid and his ship Tortuga. Cobra travels the galaxy, fighting the outlaw Pirate Guild, but also fleeing the law-enforcing Milky Way Patrol.
Based on the events of the brutal Ugandan dictator Idi Amin's regime as seen by his personal physician during the 1970s. In 1970, Nicholas Garrigan (James McAvoy) graduates from medical school in Scotland. With dull prospects at home, he decides to seek adventure abroad by working at a Ugandan missionary clinic run by Dr. David Merrit (Adam Kotz) and his wife, Sarah (Gillian Anderson). Garrigan becomes attracted to Sarah, who enjoys the attention but refuses to engage him in an extramarital affair. Meanwhile, General Idi Amin (Forest Whitaker) overthrows incumbent president Milton Obote in a coup.<br/><br/>Garrigan first sees Amin at a public rally that he addresses in the village where Garrigan works with Merrit & Sarah. He is impressed with Amin's vision for the nation. Garrigan sincerely believes Amin will help the country, while Sarah warns him of dictators that have taken over before. Garrigan is called to a minor car accident involving Amin where he treats his hand. During the incident Garrigan takes a gun and shoots a mortally wounded cow because no one else has the presence of mind to put it out of its misery. Amin is impressed by his quick action and initiative. Amin, fond of Scotland as a symbol of resilience and admiring the Scottish people for their resistance to the English, is delighted to discover Garrigan's nationality and exchanges his military shirt for Garrigan's Scotland shirt. Later, Amin invites Garrigan to become his personal physician and take charge of modernizing the country's health care system.<br/><br/>Garrigan soon becomes Amin's trusted confidant and is relied on for much more than medical care, such as matters of state. Although Garrigan is aware of violence around Kampala, he accepts Amin's explanation that cracking down on the opposition will bring lasting peace to the country. Garrigan discovers that the polygamous leader has ostracized the youngest of his three wives, Kay (Kerry Washington), because she has given birth to an epileptic son, Mackenzie (Apollo Okwenje Omamo). When treating Mackenzie, Garrigan and Kay form a relationship and sleep with each other, but Kay tells him he must find a way to leave Uganda. As Garrigan grows in power the British Foreign Office gets in touch with him to recruit him on their side, should the need arise in future. Stone, an offer from the Foreign office indicates to Garrigan that Amin was installed by the British Govt, but now shares an uneasy relationship with them.<br/><br/>Garrigan saves Amin from an assassination attempt & now Amin trusts only Garrigan, even above the advice of his old friend, & health minister Waspa. One day Garrigan finds Waspa speaking to a white man in a suspicious manner at a bar & mentions it to Amin. Few days later Stone informs Garrigan that Waspa has gone missing along with many ranking Govt officials suspected of treason by Amin. Garrigan mentions the missing Waspa to Amin & asks his permission to go back to Scotland, but Amin refuses.<br/><br/>Eventually, Garrigan begins to lose faith in Amin as he witnesses the increasing paranoia, repressive murders and xenophobia in expelling South Asians from the country. Amin replaces Garrigan's British passport with a Ugandan one to prevent him from escaping which leads Garrigan to frantically seek help from Stone (Simon McBurney), the local British Foreign Office representative. Garrigan is told the British will help him leave Uganda if he uses his position to assassinate Amin, but Garrigan refuses.<br/><br/>Kay informs Garrigan that she has become pregnant with his child. Amin will murder her for infidelity if he discovers this, so she begs Garrigan for a secret abortion. Delayed by Amin's command that he attend a press conference with Western journalists, Garrigan fails to meet Kay at the appointed time. She concludes she has been abandoned and seeks out a primitive abortion in a nearby village, where she is apprehended by Amin's forces. Garrigan finds her savagely mutilated corpse on an autopsy table and falls retching to his knees, finally confronting the palpable inhumanity of Amin's regime and decides killing him will end it all.<br/><br/>A hijacked Air France aircraft is flown to Entebbe by pro-Palestinian hijackers seeking asylum from agents of international law. Amin rushes to the scene to help them, taking Garrigan along. At the airport, one of Amin's bodyguards discovers Garrigan's plot to poison Amin, under the ruse of giving him pills for a headache. His treachery revealed, Garrigan is beaten by Amin's henchmen before Amin himself arrives and discloses he is aware of the relationship with Kay. As punishment, Garrigan's chest is pierced with meat hooks, and he is hanged by his skin.<br/><br/>Amin arranges a plane for the release of non-Israeli passengers, and Garrigan's torturers leave him bleeding on the floor while they relax in another room. Garrigan's medical colleague at the hospital, Dr. Junju (David Oyelowo), takes advantage of the opportunity to rescue him. He urges Garrigan to tell the world the truth about Amin's regime, asserting that because Garrigan is white the world will believe him. Junju gives Garrigan his own jacket, enabling him to mingle unnoticed with the crowd of freed hostages and board the plane. When the torturers discover Garrigan's absence, Junju is shot dead while the plane departs with Garrigan on board. Amin is informed too late to prevent it, while Garrigan tearfully remembers the people of Uganda. The epilogue shows real footage of Amin, as well as figures such as the 300,000 that died under his regime and tells of his eventual downfall in 1979 & 2003 death while in exile in Saudi Arabia.
Charisma Carpenter is the survivor of a real-life incident that she endured more than 20 years ago. The actress and two friends were swimming at San Diego's Torrey Pines State Beach in 1991 when they were violently attacked by an armed serial rapist. Carpenter fought for her survival after being held at gunpoint, but her two friends were both shot by the attacker. In the first episode of the series Charisma tells her story in raw emotional detail about what happened that night.
Game Change is a movie that portrays the events leading up to the 2008 United States presidential election, with a specific focus on the selection of Sarah Palin as John McCain's running mate. The movie explores the political drama, behind-the-scenes campaign strategies, and the impact of Palin's controversial personality on the election.
In a future where humanity has colonized space and engaged in a fictional war, the charismatic antagonist Char leads a rebellion against the Earth Federation, culminating in a climactic battle.
This miniseries chronicles the life of Pope John Paul II, from his early years in Nazi-occupied Poland to his rise as the leader of the Roman Catholic Church. It explores his anti-communist stance, his role in the Solidarity movement, and his charismatic personality. The series also covers his struggles with Parkinson's disease and the assassination attempt against him.
A young quirky girl finds her way in a crazy world.
Get Me Roger Stone is a documentary film that explores the life and career of controversial political strategist Roger Stone. It delves into his role in shaping American politics and highlights his influence on key events such as presidential campaigns and elections. The film provides a comprehensive look at Stone's tactics, strategies, and the impact he has had on the political landscape.
The story behind one of the most revered and mysterious characters in WWE history and the man himself, Windham Rotunda, has never been documented, until now.
The Dark Charisma of Adolf Hitler is a gripping TV mini-series that delves into the complex personality of Adolf Hitler, examining his incredible charisma and the dark forces that drove him to commit heinous acts. Through a combination of historical reenactments and expert analysis, this documentary uncovers the motivations and ideologies behind one of the most evil men in history.
This documentary explores the life of Steve McQueen, from his poverty-stricken childhood to his rise as an iconic Hollywood actor. It delves into his acting career, his marriage, his passion for motor sports, and his battle with cancer.
A behind-the-scenes look at Bob Dylan's 1965 concert tour of England, depicting his interactions with fans, reporters, and fellow musicians.
In this silent comedy, a man falls in love with a manipulative female who uses her sex appeal to get what she wants. The story follows their romantic rivalry and the various obstacles they face, including an unwed mother, a boat collision, and a rescue from drowning. The man must navigate through these challenges while also dealing with his job as an office boy and his dreams of marriage.
Lying Eyes is a suspenseful thriller that revolves around a married man who engages in an affair with a young woman. As the relationship intensifies, lies and secrets begin to unravel, leading to a dangerous game of deception and betrayal. Will the truth be revealed before it's too late?
Lumumba explores the rise and fall of Patrice Lumumba, a Congolese politician who became the country's first prime minister. The film delves into Lumumba's charismatic leadership, his struggle for independence from colonial rule, and the eventual political intrigue and assassination that led to his tragic death.
Stardust: The Bette Davis Story is a captivating biography that takes viewers into the life of Hollywood legend Bette Davis. From her early struggles to her meteoric rise to stardom, the film delves into the challenges she faced, including her relationships, scandals, and the demands of being a leading film actress in the golden era of Hollywood.