Set in the Japanese occupation era, the rich yet naive young master Ming Tai is trained to become an agent, and is later sent to become an underground spy for the Communists. Together with his brother and double agent Ming Lou, they try and bring down Wang Wei's Kuomintang Secret Service Headquarters.
The year is 1930. In a small Tartar village, a woman named Zuleikha watches as her husband is murdered by communists. Zuleikha herself is sent into exile, enduring a horrendous train journey to a remote spot on the Angara River in Siberia. Conditions in the camp are tough, and many of her group do not survive the first difficult winter. As she gradually settles into a routine, Zuleikha starts to get to know her companions. The eclectic group includes a rather dotty doctor, an artist who paints on the sly, and Ignatov, Zuleikha's husband's killer. A screen version of the best-selling novel by Guzel Yakhina.
Apocalypse: The Rise of Hitler is a TV show that explores the life of Adolf Hitler and his journey to power as the leader of Nazi Germany. It delves into the political, economic, and social factors that contributed to Hitler's rise and the impact he had on Europe and the world during the 20th century.
The 1978 kidnapping and assassination of former Italian Prime Minister Aldo Moro by Red Brigades terrorists. In the late 70s, Italy is torn apart by a war: in the history of a Western country, the first government supported by a Communist Party (PCI) is about to take office in an epoch-making alliance with the Nation's traditional bastion of conservatism, the Christian Democrats (DC). Aldo Moro, President of the DC, is the main proponent of this accord. On the very same day of the swearing ceremony of this new government formation, March 16, 1978, Moro is kidnapped in an ambush that leaves his entire police escort dead on the street. Moro's imprisonment will last 55 days: 55 days of hope, fear, negotiation, failure, good intentions and wicked acts. 55 days ending with his corpse abandoned inside a car in the center of Rome, exactly half way between the headquarters of the DC and the PCI.
What the Future Holds is a drama TV show set in 1960s Barcelona, Spain during the Francoist regime. It follows the life of an informant involved with the communist party who leads a double life while navigating love, friendship, ambition, and betrayal.
Moscow, 1953. Soviet dictator Joseph Vissarionovich Stalin dies after being in power for nearly 30 years. Now, members of the Council of Ministers scramble for power in a chaotic struggle for control.
The Lost World of Communism is a three-part British documentary series which examines the legacy of Communism twenty years on from the fall of the Berlin Wall. Produced by Peter Molloy and Lucy Hetherington, the series takes a retrospective look at life behind the Iron Curtain between 1945 and 1989, focusing on three countries in the Eastern Bloc - East Germany, Czechoslovakia and Romania. Through film and television footage and the personal recollections of those who lived in these countries, the series offers a glimpse of what daily life was like during the years of Communist rule. The Lost World of Communism debuted on BBC Two on Saturday 14 March 2009 at 9:00pm. There is also a book which accompanies the series.
The Death of Yugoslavia is a documentary miniseries that explores the political intrigue, negotiation, and armed conflict that led to the breakup of Yugoslavia in the early 1990s. It covers the separation of the different republics, the role of political leaders, the militant groups involved, and the devastating civil war that followed. The series features interviews with key figures and provides insights into the diplomacy, land conflicts, and the complex history of Yugoslavia.
Farewell My Concubine tells the story of two male Peking opera performers who form a complex relationship that spans over 50 years. Their lives are deeply impacted by the political and cultural upheavals of the time, including the Japanese occupation of China, the Chinese Cultural Revolution, and their own personal struggles with gender identity and unrequited love.
Set during the Chinese Civil War, the movie portrays the events that led to the formation of the People's Republic of China, including the struggle between the Communist Party and the Nationalist Party. It highlights the key moments, political leaders, and military strategies that shaped the country's transition to socialism.
The story of Enrico Berlinguer's private and public life, between 1973 and 1978.
In 1970s Czechoslovakia, a political prisoner is subjected to mental and physical torture during a brutal interrogation. The story follows his struggle to maintain his sanity and resist the pressures to confess. Based on real-life events, this gripping drama explores themes of political repression, manipulation, and the resilience of the human spirit.
Three Seconds tells the powerful story of an athlete's struggle against political repression and his daring escape to freedom during the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich, Germany. As he battles physical disabilities and the tyranny of the communist regime, he finds hope and courage in the world of basketball. This heart-wrenching tale highlights the dedication and resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
The Concert is a comedy-drama film that tells the story of Andrei Filipov, a former conductor of the Bolshoi Orchestra in Moscow. After losing his job due to his artistic principles, Andrei now works as a janitor at the theater. One day, he discovers a fax inviting the Bolshoi Orchestra to perform at the prestigious Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris. Andrei comes up with a plan to gather his old orchestra members and pretend to perform the concert. Together, they embark on a hilarious and heartwarming adventure filled with mix-ups, madcap comedy, and self-sacrifice. As they prepare for the concert, the truth about Andrei's past and his connection to a talented violin player is revealed. The Concert explores themes of redemption, forgiveness, and the power of music.
A journalist in Italy struggles with life during the war while dealing with the challenges of being a member of the communist party and maintaining a relationship with his wife.
The Sicilian is a crime drama movie set in Sicily, Italy, during the 1940s. It follows the life of a Sicilian mafia don and his journey of betrayal, political corruption, and social reform. The protagonist, a communist revolutionary, becomes a martyr while fighting for agrarian reform and the rights of the working class. The movie explores themes of power, loyalty, and the impact of class differences on society.
Beginning of the Great Revival is a movie based on the true story of the Chinese Civil War, focusing on the Republican Era in China and the rise of the Communist Party. It explores the patriotism, political ideologies, and military conflicts during this period of Chinese history, particularly highlighting the leadership of Mao Tse-tung and the Communist Party's victory over the Kuomintang. The film also delves into the influence of state propaganda and the formation of the Chinese Communist Party state.