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Foreign Correspondent follows the story of a journalist who becomes embroiled in a dangerous conspiracy while reporting on the events leading up to World War II. As he digs deeper, he uncovers a web of espionage, assassination attempts, and deception, putting his life at risk. In a race against time, he must navigate the complexities of international politics and unravel the truth before it's too late.
Whiskey Tango Foxtrot is a dark comedy film based on the true story of an American journalist who reports on the war in Afghanistan. The plot follows her experiences as she navigates the challenges of war reporting and forms unexpected relationships in a foreign country.
After a giant monster, Godzilla, is awakened by nuclear tests, it goes on a rampage and destroys Tokyo. It's up to a team of scientists and a reporter to find a way to stop this monstrous creature before it causes further destruction.
The Year of Living Dangerously is a captivating drama-romance film set in Jakarta, Indonesia during the 1960s. It follows the story of a foreign correspondent and a dwarf photographer who navigate a treacherous political landscape while falling in love. As tensions rise amidst civil war and martial law, their lives become intertwined with the events surrounding the presidency and the Hare Krishna movement. Through their experiences, the film offers a social commentary on power, love, and awakening during a dangerous time in history.
A Private War (2018) follows the true story of renowned war correspondent Marie Colvin as she risks her life to report on the frontlines of conflicts around the world. From her firsthand experiences in war-torn countries like Syria and Iraq to her personal struggles with addiction and relationships, the film explores the sacrifices and trauma faced by journalists who dedicate their lives to documenting the horrors of war.
Leningrad is a powerful drama that unfolds during the devastating siege of Leningrad in World War II. It follows the story of a group of people struggling to survive and find hope amidst the harsh conditions and constant danger. With its portrayal of courage, sacrifice, and the resilience of the human spirit, Leningrad is a moving tribute to the indomitable will of the people during one of the darkest periods in history.
In The Manster, an American reporter in Japan is lured into a scientific experiment by a mad scientist. He is injected with a serum that causes him to transform into a two-headed creature, terrorizing the city. As he struggles to control his transformation and escape the clutches of the scientist, the police and a psychiatrist are hot on his trail.
A young ballet dancer from America falls in love with a Russian soldier and navigates the complexities of their relationship amidst political tensions and cultural differences.
When her husband, a war hero, dies in a car accident, a widow delves into the secrets of his life and uncovers a dangerous conspiracy involving fascism, anti-Semitism, and corruption. With the help of a newspaper reporter, she must navigate through a web of deceit and uncover the truth before it's too late.
Never Let Me Go is a movie set in the backdrop of a totalitarian regime. It follows the journey of a group of individuals as they navigate love, friendship, and the harsh realities of their world. Inspired by the novel, the film explores themes of humanity, sacrifice, and the consequences of living in a police state.
In Assignment: Paris, a newspaper reporter finds himself in the middle of a dangerous game of espionage in the city of love. As he uncovers a communist plot, he must navigate the surveillance state and secret police, all while dealing with a love triangle and speaking in code to stay alive.
Dana Andrews plays Bill Roberts, an American radio commentator station in Berlin in the months before Pearl Harbor. Having witnessed Nazi brutalities first hand, Roberts hopes to alert his listeners of impending dangers, and does so by sending out coded messages during his broadcasts. The Gestapo begins to suspect something and assigns glamorous secret agent Karen Hauen (Virginia Gilmore) to spy on Roberts. When she discovers that her own father (Erwin Kaiser) is supplying Roberts with vital secrets, she turns her back on the Nazis and joins our hero in his efforts.
During World War II, an American reporter is tasked with impersonating a French agent and gathering intelligence in Iraq. Along the way, he encounters deception, danger, and a web of espionage that threatens to expose him.
In They Got Me Covered, a reporter finds himself unwittingly involved in a spy comedy set during World War Two. As he tries to navigate through the chaos, he encounters a variety of characters including a showgirl, a stenographer, and even a Japanese spy. With the backdrop of Washington, D.C., the reporter must uncover a murder mystery while also dealing with the challenges of being a foreign correspondent and a roommate.
In The Heavenly Body, an astronomer and an astrologist cross paths and fall in love, leading to a series of comedic mishaps. Their unique perspectives on the stars and zodiac signs create tension and hilarity in their relationship.
Buckley is an unethical reporter who manipulates the news for his own benefit as much as he reports it. When he is in Paris to get a medal for being rescued from his alleged kidnappers, he finds that his boss, Stevens, at the Chicago Globe is going with his old gal Dolly. When Stevens learns that Dolly is staying with Buckley in Moscow, he fires Buckley. To get his job back, Buckley and Lefty stage a great news story about the shooting of the last Romanoff, but the plan backfires and they are now in line to be shot by the Commissar.
Morgan Pålsson, a TV reporter, is fired from his job but becomes involved in a terrorist plot and ends up saving the day.
The "war of nerves" which gripped the European continent in 1938, is the background for this war thriller starring George Sanders.