Challenger: The Final Flight is a documentary miniseries that explores the events leading up to the tragic explosion of the Challenger Space Shuttle in 1986. It delves into the failed project, the risks involved, and the devastating consequences of the detonation. The series provides an in-depth look at the crew, the spacecraft, and the mishap that resulted in the loss of seven lives.
A German U-boat stalks the frigid waters of the North Atlantic as its young crew experience the sheer terror and claustrophobic life of a submariner in World War II. The story is told from the viewpoint of Lt. Werner (Herbert Grönemeyer), who has been assigned as a war correspondent on the German submarine U-96 in October 1941. He meets its captain (Jürgen Prochnow), chief engineer (Klaus Wennemann), and the crew in a French nightclub. Thomsen (Otto Sander), another captain, gives a crude drunken speech to celebrate his Ritterkreuz award, in which he openly mocks Winston Churchill and implicitly Adolf Hitler. The next morning, they sail out of the harbor of La Rochelle to cheering crowds and a playing band...
Midway is a war film that tells the story of the Battle of Midway, a pivotal confrontation between the American fleet and the Imperial Japanese Navy during World War II. The movie showcases the bravery and sacrifices of the soldiers involved in this significant battle.
During World War II, a group of renegade German Army officers plot to assassinate Adolf Hitler in a desperate attempt to end his tyrannical rule.
Fat Man and Little Boy is a movie about the development of the atomic bomb during World War II, specifically focusing on the Manhattan Project at Los Alamos. It highlights the scientists involved, the challenges they faced, and the moral dilemmas of creating such a destructive weapon. The movie explores the interpersonal relationships, the pressure to succeed, and the devastating consequences of the bomb's use.
Stalingrad (1993) is a gripping movie that tells the story of the Battle of Stalingrad during World War II. It depicts the horrors of war, comradeship, and the struggles faced by soldiers in freezing conditions.
Super Fuzz is a 1980 action comedy film about a bumbling police officer who gains superpowers after being exposed to nuclear radiation. With his new abilities, he tries to fight crime and protect the city, but his powers seem to fail him at the most crucial moments. As he investigates a murder case and encounters various challenges, he must learn to control his powers and save the day.
In the midst of a war-torn country, a brave woman embarks on a dangerous journey to rescue her son from imminent danger. With explosions and devastation surrounding her, she must use her imagination and strength to overcome the obstacles that stand in her way and save her country from complete destruction.
Trinity and Beyond: The Atomic Bomb Movie is a documentary that explores the history of atomic bombs, from their development to their use and the impact on society. Through archive footage and interviews with physicists, the film provides a comprehensive overview of the nuclear era. It covers topics such as the Cold War, the arms race, and the catastrophic effects of nuclear weapons. The documentary also delves into the scientific aspects of nuclear bombs, including detonation, radiation, and the technology behind them.
In Godzilla 2000: Millennium, a giant monster known as Godzilla appears in Japan and begins wreaking havoc. As the military attempts to stop the creature, they discover that it is not the only giant monster threatening the world. Godzilla must now face off against a new threat in order to protect humanity.
The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms is a sci-fi horror film released in 1953. It tells the story of a prehistoric dinosaur, called Rhedosaurus, that is awakened from its frozen slumber by an atomic bomb test in the Arctic Circle. The creature then makes its way to New York City, terrorizing the population and causing destruction along the way. It is up to a paleontologist and a sharpshooter to stop the creature before it destroys the city.
Logorama is a vector-based computer animated short film that takes place in a world entirely made up of brand logos. The story follows two police officers as they chase after a psychopathic Ronald McDonald character who is holding a hostage. Along the way, they encounter various other logo characters and navigate through chaotic situations. The film is a comedic and satirical take on consumerism and branding.
During a World War II bombing mission, a group of soldiers and a stewardess find themselves transported through time and forced to fight against the enemy. As they struggle to survive, they face surreal challenges and must use their skills to make it back to their own era.
Shattered City: The Halifax Explosion is a two-part miniseries produced in 2003 by CBC Television. It presents a fictionalized version of the Halifax Explosion, a 1917 catastrophe that destroyed much of the city of Halifax. It was directed by Bruce Pittman and written by Keith Ross Leckie. The Film Stars Vincent Walsh, Tamara Hope, Clare Stone, Zachary Bennett, Shauna MacDonald and Ted Dykstra. The series was expensive by Canadian television standards with a budget of $10.4 million. It was heavily promoted by the CBC and paired with a number of non-fiction documentaries. The broadcast drew a sizable Canadian audience of 1.5 million viewers. It drew some praise for the adept use of special effects to show the destruction of the explosion. However the miniseries was poorly received critically. One critic at the Globe and Mail described it as "execrably written and acted" while another strained to find positive elements, "At times, there is a plodding workmanlike quality to Shattered City." The miniseries won some technical awards at the Canadian television Gemini Awards in 2004 but was passed over for any direction or writing awards and won only a single supporting acting award for Ted Dykstra.
The Atomic Cafe is a documentary film that focuses on the history and impact of nuclear warfare. It covers topics such as the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the testing of nuclear weapons at Bikini Atoll, the Cold War, and the fear of a nuclear apocalypse. The film uses a mix of archival footage, government propaganda, and humorous clips to examine the culture surrounding the nuclear age.
Oklahoma City is a crime documentary that explores the events and aftermath of the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing, perpetrated by Timothy McVeigh. The film delves into the motivations behind the attack, the investigation that followed, and the impact it had on the nation. It examines the rise of white supremacist and anti-government ideologies in the United States and highlights the need for vigilance against domestic terrorism.
Struggling screenwriter Josh Kendricks finds himself the star of his own disaster movie when super volcanoes begin erupting all over Los Angeles Now Josh, along with wacko-scientist-turned-novelist Quinn Irwin and Hollywood diva Kat Rivers, must band together to get Quinns' research to the mayor and save the city before it blows in one final eruption.
A group of friends discovers a time-storm that transports them back to the year 1944 during World War II. They find themselves in the middle of a violent battlefield, where they must fight against the Nazis alongside the Red Army. With tanks, guns, and machine guns, they embark on a deadly journey in the past.
Having placed mines on the hull of a British warship whilst it is safe in harbour during the second World War , the two man crew of an Italian miniature submarine are captured and held prisoner whist the crew try and discover the nature of their mission!
As the New Madrid Fault threatens to tear the U.S. in half, a desperate team of seismologists and government agents race to prevent disaster while the clock ticks down.