Movies and TvShows featuring "encyclopedia" theme.
Produced for television by Claude-Jean Philippe, the « Encyclopédie audiovisuelle du cinéma », recounts the history of French cinema from its birth to the beginning of the 1960s. With commentary read by Jean Rochefort.
In Short Circuit, a military robot named Number 5 is struck by lightning and gains human-like intelligence, leading him to befriend a young boy named Johnny. As Number 5 navigates the world and tries to escape capture, he learns about friendship, love, and what it means to be alive.
In 19th-century Korea, a young scholar named Jun finds himself exiled to a remote island. There, he encounters the harsh realities of living in exile but discovers solace in the company of a mysterious fisherman. As Jun begins to document the island's flora, fauna, and culture, he becomes determined to create an encyclopedia that captures the essence of his surroundings. Through his journey, Jun not only confronts the challenges of survival but also finds a deeper understanding of life, humanity, and the power of knowledge.
When a college student's brain is accidentally connected to a computer, he gains superhuman abilities and becomes the target of a shady group who wants to exploit his newfound powers. With the help of his friends, he must outsmart the bad guys and prevent them from using his abilities for their own gain.
Civilisation is a critically acclaimed documentary TV show that takes viewers on a journey through the history, art, and culture of various civilizations. Hosted by Kenneth Clark, the series examines the impact of different civilizations on the development of human society, covering topics such as art, architecture, religion, politics, and more. Through in-depth analysis and stunning visuals, Civilisation offers a comprehensive exploration of the rich heritage of humanity.
A professor encounters a nightclub singer and becomes involved with her and her gangster ex-boyfriend. They all end up at a remote mansion where secrets are revealed and romance blossoms.
In 2001, Jimmy Wales published the first article on Wikipedia, a collaborative effort that began with a promise: to democratize the spreading of knowledge, monopolized by the elites for centuries. But is Wikipedia really a utopia come true?
Character follows the story of a self-taught lawyer who is determined to bring justice to a crime-ridden city. He faces numerous challenges, including gunfights, street shootouts, and police shootouts. Along the way, he navigates complex relationships, including his fiance-fiancee relationship, and encounters various characters such as police officers, lawyers, and bailiffs. The movie explores the themes of law, theft, and mentorship, as the protagonist strives to make a difference in the community.
The Libertine is a comedic and historical movie set in 18th-century Europe. It revolves around a libertine writer who leads a scandalous life, indulging in sexual attractions, adultery, and freedom of speech. The story explores themes of enlightenment, religion, and censorship. With a touch of sensuality and high society, the movie presents a period piece filled with intriguing characters and societal dynamics.
Torremolinos 73 is a comedy-drama movie set in the 1970s. It tells the story of a man who becomes a porn director after losing his job. He and his wife decide to make adult movies to make a living, leading to unexpected consequences.
The Secret is a drama romance movie released in 2000. It tells the story of a business woman who experiences a marriage crisis and gets involved in an extramarital affair. The movie explores themes of adultery, sexual tension, and the complexities of relationships.
The Green Years is a heartwarming tale about a young orphan in Scotland who discovers his family's history and learns valuable life lessons along the way.
In 'Champagne for Caesar' (1950), a genius named Beauregard Bottomley tries to win a game show called 'Masquerade' and seduce a receptionist named Flame O'Neill. Along the way, he faces challenges such as his eccentric brother, a soap company executive, and a rival contestant. Will Beauregard's intelligence and wit help him achieve his goals?
Oliver Quade is a pitchman who follows state fairs that feature dog shows---which limits his territory more than a little---at which he sells encyclopedias...and does it well as he possesses a photographic memory that amazes the rubes. The Champion, in the title, is a Great Dane who has won the title at the Rubeville State Fair, and it isn't long before the Champion turns up dead, which is because somebody---motive unknown at the moment---has killed the Champion. This is repeated at other shows along the way and Quade's bright young assistant, "Small Fry", fancies himself as an amateur detective, and starts nosing around into the mystery and drags Quade along with him.
In this erotic melodrama, a mysterious visitor disrupts the lives of two women living on a farm in rural Canada. The arrival of the visitor, a sailor, brings tension, jealousy, and a love triangle that explores themes of isolation and human sexuality. As the story unfolds, the women's relationships with each other and with the visitor become increasingly complicated, leading to dramatic and emotional conflicts.
Hyperland is a documentary film that examines the evolution of technology and its effects on society. It explores concepts such as hypertext, virtual reality, and artificial intelligence, taking viewers on a journey through the history and future of technology.
Edgar invites his boss home for a steak dinner, but the steak hasn't arrived. A pushy book salesman does arrives and this causes Edgar a few problems and several slow-burns. The double-take slow-burn comes when the meat arrives in the form of a live, 1000-pound steer.
In this comedy-drama-romance film, a man gives a speech at a wedding dinner that deviates from the norm. The speech leads to unpredictable events and twists, adding humor and drama to the occasion. With elements of romance and unexpected turns, the film explores family relationships and the power of voice.
It's the winter of 1935 and Max Brown is newly arrived in Willowgreen, Saskatchewan - a rural Canadian prairie town - on his first teaching job in a one room schoolhouse. He quickly realizes that this is not a dream situation: the winter is harsher than he's ever experienced, he's living in the basement of the school, the older of his students treat him poorly and his wages are paltry if and when he ever does get paid.
A short film by Walerian Borowczyk. This first volume looks at the first three letters in Grandma's encyclopaedia: A for 'Automobile', B for 'Ballon', and C for 'Chemin de fer'.