Movies and TvShows featuring "everyday-life-during-wartime" theme.
During World War II, the US Army's only all-Black, all-women battalion takes on an impossible mission: sorting through a three-year backlog of 17 million pieces of mail that hadn't been delivered to American soldiers and finish within six months.
Enemy At The Door is a British television drama series made by London Weekend Television for ITV. The series was shown between 1978 and 1980 and dealt with the German occupation of Guernsey, one of the Channel Islands, during the Second World War. The programme generated a certain amount of criticism in Guernsey, particularly for being obviously filmed on Jersey despite being ostensibly set on Guernsey. The series also marked the TV debut of Anthony Head as a member of the island resistance. The theme music was by Wilfred Josephs.
Follows the remarkable story of Miep Gies, a Dutch woman who risked her life to shelter Anne Frank's family from the Nazis for more than two years during World War II.
Set in the 1940s, the TV show follows the lives of a family living in a rural town in Northern Ireland, near an airforce base during World War II. The story focuses on the challenges faced by the family, including a troubled marriage and a love triangle involving a US soldier. It portrays the everyday life of the characters in the rural setting and explores the impact of the war on their lives and the community.
In 1940s Colorado, a young woman's life takes an unexpected turn when she becomes pregnant out of wedlock and is forced into an arranged marriage with a stranger. As she adjusts to her new life as a farmer's wife, she navigates the challenges of rural living, the strained relationship with her husband, and the arrival of a German POW who brings an element of danger and romance into her life.
In April 1940, Narvik, a small town in northern Norway, becomes the center of attention as Hitler's war machinery depends on its iron ore. The Norwegian army aims to cut off the German's supply, leading to fierce winter warfare. Amidst the chaos, Gunnar, a soldier, reunites with his wife Ingrid and son Ole. Ingrid is caught between helping the Germans and assisting the English consulate. As the war escalates, Gunnar must make tough choices to protect his family and their town from destruction.
The Camomile Lawn follows the lives of a group of individuals in England, spanning multiple timelines from the 1930s to the 1980s. The story revolves around the experiences and relationships of the characters, exploring themes of love, war, family, and self-reflection. It delves into the impact of World War II on their lives and how it shapes their personal journeys.
Set in 1942 California, Racing with the Moon is a comedy-drama-romance film that follows the story of two best friends, Henry and Nicky, who are about to be shipped off to war. Before they leave, they embark on a series of adventures that include blind dates, encounters with a sex worker, and their first loves. Through it all, they learn about friendship, love, and the realities of war.
During World War II, a Dutch banker named Walraven van Hall becomes involved in the resistance and risks his life to help fund the resistance movement by forging treasury bonds.
In the early 1940s, a depressed young woman, who's been eclipsed all of her life by her beautiful twin sister, tries to overcome her low self-esteem with help from a crusty old sea captain.
An enchanting tale of childhood in a sleepy Cotswold village during and immediately after the First World War.
In the midst of World War II, a war widow develops a complicated relationship with a captain aboard a tugboat while living in fear and danger.
The Distant Barking of Dogs is a documentary that follows the life of a 10-year-old boy, Oleg, who lives in a war zone in Ukraine. With his grandmother by his side, Oleg navigates the challenges of growing up amidst armed conflict and the loss of innocence. The film provides a poignant and intimate portrait of the impact of war on a child's life.
After several years of supporting parts, Victor McLaglen once more landed a leading role in Republic's City of Shadows. McLaglen plays Big Tim Channing, an ageing but powerful gangster who raises young newsboy Dan Mason as his own son. Upon reaching adulthood, Mason (John Baer) becomes a law student, with the covert (and illegal) help of Channing. Despite his checkered past, Mason opts for honesty when he falls in love with Fern Fellows (Kathleen Crowley). This decision ultimately spells the doom for Mason's mentor Big Tim.
The Brighton Strangler is a gripping crime thriller set in Brighton, England during World War II. The story follows a detective inspector who is investigating a series of strangulation murders in the city. As he digs deeper into the case, he discovers a dark web of secrets and lies that lead him to uncover the identity of the killer. With tension building and the war raging on, the detective must race against time to bring the Brighton Strangler to justice.
Twice Born is a gripping drama that tells the story of a woman and her son who return to Sarajevo, the city where he was born during the Bosnian War. Through a nonlinear timeline, the film explores their complex relationship and the devastating impact of war on their lives.
Renoir is a movie based on the true story of renowned painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Set in the South of France during the 1910s, the film follows Renoir's struggles with arthritis as he continues to create his famous paintings. The story also explores the relationship between Renoir and his son Jean Renoir, who later became a famous filmmaker. The film provides a glimpse into the everyday life and artistic creation during wartime.
Alfred, a sailor, is thrust into the front lines of World War II without any weapons when his merchant ship is targeted by German submarines. Meanwhile, his wife and children struggle to adapt to the hardships of war.
Detective Charlie Chan investigates a crime involving a jade mask that is connected to a series of murders. As he digs deeper, he unravels a complex web of deceit and betrayal, leading him closer to the truth.
In 1947 Los Angeles, a police detective tries to solve the shocking and grisly murder of 22-year-old aspiring actress Elizabeth Short.