In the midst of an alien invasion, a journalist and his family fight to survive against advanced alien technology and total devastation. Set in Edwardian England, the show explores themes of love, betrayal, and the resilience of humanity.
Howards End is a TV show set in the early 1900s, based on the novel by E.M. Forster. It tells the story of the relationships between three families - the Wilcoxes, the Schlegels, and the Basts - and their different social classes. The plot revolves around a house, Howards End, which becomes a symbol of the intersecting lives, conflicts, and romances of the characters.
A young woman named Vera Brittain leaves her studies at Oxford University to become a war nurse during World War I. She experiences the hardships of war, loss, and the struggle for her own independence.
Tolkien follows the formative years of the renowned author J.R.R. Tolkien, as he finds inspiration for his iconic fantasy novels amidst the horrors of World War I.
Howards End follows the lives of three families, the wealthy and conservative Wilcoxes, the idealistic and intellectual Schlegels, and the working-class Basts, as they navigate social class, love, and inheritance in turn-of-the-century England.
A young woman named Lucy Honeychurch visits Florence, Italy with her cousin and chaperone. While there, she meets George Emerson, a handsome and free-spirited young man who sparks her interest. However, upon returning to England, Lucy becomes engaged to a wealthy man named Cecil Vyse. As she navigates the constraints of society and her own desires, Lucy must choose between a life of tradition or pursuing true love.
In Kind Hearts and Coronets, Louis Mazzini, the son of a disinherited woman and an Italian opera singer, seeks revenge on his aristocratic family who denied his mother's marriage. In order to gain his rightful aristocratic title, Louis starts murdering his relatives who stand in his way. Taking on various personas, Louis cunningly eliminates each family member until he becomes the Duke of Chalfont. Set in the Edwardian era, this black and white film satirizes the social class structure and the dark desires within individuals. The story unfolds through Louis' memoirs, as he recounts his dark deeds and reflects on his actions.
Carry On Screaming! is a spooky comedy horror set in Edwardian England. It follows a detective and his partner as they investigate a series of kidnappings involving a monstrous mannequin. As they delve deeper into the case, they uncover a web of sinister secrets and encounter a seductive woman with ulterior motives. With plenty of sexual innuendo and double entendre, this campy spoof is filled with creepy atmosphere and hilarious moments. Will the detective be able to save his partner and solve the mystery?
Suzannah Lipscomb reveals the killers that lurked in every room of the home.
A portrait of the masterful author whose novels were adapted into the classics 'The Birds,' 'Jamaica Inn,' and 'Rebecca."
Suffragettes, with Lucy Worsley (2018) is a documentary film that explores the history of the suffragette movement in Britain and their relentless struggle for women's voting rights during the conservative society of Edwardian England. It delves into the tactics employed by suffragettes, from peaceful protests to acts of domestic terrorism, such as arson and bombing. The film also highlights the brutal response of the authorities, including police brutality and prison brutality, towards the suffragettes. Through insightful interviews, historical reenactments, and captivating narratives, Suffragettes, with Lucy Worsley paints a vivid picture of the hardships faced by these courageous women and the lasting impact of their activism.
Agatha Christie was born in Torquay on England's south coast. In a career spanning over half a century, the prolific crime writer was inspired by the landscapes and character of her home country, much of which featured in her novels. This heart-warming documentary takes viewers on a literary tour of England - focusing on the most interesting locations featured in some of her best-known books.
Emily, a young Edwardian girl stifled by the constraints put on the women of her time, moves with her family to the ancestral home in the country, and begins to see the ghost of another girl.
Blissful scenes of tourists arriving by boat and then sea bathing on a beach in the Venetian lagoon.
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