Movies and TvShows featuring "fictional-character-based-on-real-life-person" theme.
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 story of three gays who got their hearts broken on the same day and their lesbian friend who gives them comfort even though her heart was not broken. They vow to find "mates" before the New Year. Join them on this amazing journey of their ups and downs, their happiness and sadness, their neverending friendships, and their great adventures. They're sassy, they're bitches, and they're tootsies.
Life with Louie is a heartwarming and comedic TV show that follows the adventures of Louie, a young boy with a wild imagination and a unique perspective on life. From dealing with his dysfunctional family to navigating the ups and downs of school, Louie's hilarious antics and heartwarming moments will keep you entertained.
The Secret Adventures of Jules Verne is a 22-episode science fiction television series in the steampunk genre that first aired in June 2000 on CBC Television in Canada and in syndication in the United States. The plot concept is predicated on a vast fictional conspiracy beginning with the revelation that Jules Verne did not merely write the stories behind his famous science fiction classic books Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, Journey to the Center of the Earth or Around the World in Eighty Days — but actually experienced these adventures personally. A television technological historic footnote, this work was the first hour-long series filmed entirely in HDTV format.
All Good Things is a crime drama film based on the true story of Robert Durst, a real estate developer suspected of murdering his wife. The film explores his double life and the downward spiral of his marriage, as well as the investigation and trial that follow.
During World War II, a group of female agents is recruited to carry out a dangerous mission in France. They face challenges such as resistance from the enemy, loss of loved ones, and treacherous missions. The story revolves around their journey as they strive to complete their mission and overcome obstacles.
A journalist and a nurse help a group of orphans escape the violence of the Second Sino-Japanese War in rural China during the 1930s and 1940s.
Balsamo, a scoundrel with the gift of mesmerism, seeks to gain power in the French court in the days before the Revolution.
In 2010, a doctor in France discovers that a popular diet pill called Mediator has severe health risks. She fights against the pharmaceutical company and the medical system to expose the truth and protect public health.
Lee Rock is a police officer in Hong Kong who rises in the ranks through corruption and alliances with organized crime. His relationship with the daughter of a mob boss complicates matters and he must navigate the dangers of his double life.
During the 1948 Arab-Israeli War, an American military officer is sent to help the Israelis in their struggle for independence. He faces challenges and sacrifices as he navigates the complexities of war and becomes a key figure in the creation of Israel.
In 18th-century France, a notorious outlaw named Cartouche leads a band of thieves who steal a valuable necklace. As they navigate the dangerous world of crime, betrayal, and love, Cartouche becomes a folk hero and must evade the relentless pursuit of the police chief.
Ahead of a major constitutional decision which rendered the Article 370 of the Indian state ineffective, special agent Zooni Haksar is tasked with a secret mission to quell violence in a conflict-ridden region.
Declaration of War follows the journey of a young couple who discover that their newborn baby has a brain tumor. They must navigate the challenges of the hospital and the emotional toll of their child's illness while fighting to save their son's life. This powerful and emotional film explores themes of love, resilience, and the strength of the parent-child relationship.
The Lady Banker is a comedy-drama based on a true story set in 1920s Paris. It follows the life of a successful woman banker who becomes entangled in corruption, greed, and demagogy. She must navigate the world of finance and politics while facing challenges such as anti-Semitism, a smear campaign, and a hunger strike. As she fights against the corrupt system, she forms alliances and discovers her own strength.
In 1963, Jack Ruby, a small-town nightclub owner, becomes entangled in a political conspiracy after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. As he navigates through a web of government corruption, organized crime, and political conspiracy, Ruby must confront his own demons and make difficult choices in order to protect those he cares about.
Yves Montand, playing himself, returns to his hometown of Marseilles to appear in an autobiographical musical. Once there, he searches for the barmaid he once loved and also encounters young hopeful Marion, giving her the chance of a lifetime
A dysfunctional couple, comprised of a famous pop singer and a pianist, navigate their troubled relationship while dealing with drunken antics, video shoots, and a Christmas party.
Tenko and the Guardians of the Magic is an American magical girl cartoon show produced by Saban that centered around the fictional adventures of Japanese real-life magician Princess Tenko, Mariko Itakura. After each episode, she would appear in a live-action segment to perform an illusion or do her "Teach-a-Trick," a segment that teaches the audience a simple magic trick they could perform at home. Unfortunately, the show failed to attract an audience and production was cancelled after a single season, which ran from 1995-1996.
