Movies and TvShows featuring "gulf-war" theme.
When a soldier is killed in the Gulf War, a military officer is assigned to investigate the circumstances surrounding his death. As he digs deeper, he uncovers a web of lies and discovers the truth about the soldier's bravery and sacrifice.
Secrets are divulged and stories of espionage, conspiracy, murder, sabotage and greed are uncovered.
During the Gulf War, a Marine sniper named Swoff struggles with boredom and isolation as he waits for combat. He deals with the challenges of making friends and living day to day, while also grappling with suspicions of his girlfriend's infidelity. As the Marines finally see action and confront the aftermath of U.S. bombings, Swofford and his roommate Troy are given a mission to take out high-ranking officers in Saddam's Republican Guard, only to have it interrupted by an air strike. They return home to celebrate victory, but Swofford must come to terms with the effects of war.
Joe, a traumatized veteran, works as a hired gun to find missing girls. When a job goes wrong, he uncovers a conspiracy that puts his life in danger.
A determined woman seeks to break barriers in the male-dominated world of the U.S. Navy SEALs, facing sexism, harassment, and physical challenges along the way. She must prove herself as a strong female character and overcome obstacles to succeed in her mission.
A Gulf war veteran named Jack Starks is wrongly sent to a mental institution for insane criminals. There, he becomes the object of a doctor's experiments that completely affect his life. Starks tries to piece together his memories and find out what happened to him on a specific date in the past. Along the way, he encounters a young woman named Jackie who believes his story. Together, they navigate through time and uncover the truth about Starks' past and his connection to Jackie's family.
Towelhead follows the story of an Arab-American girl named Jasira, who moves to a small town and struggles with racism, puberty, and sexual abuse. Set during the Gulf War in 1990, Jasira's journey explores themes of identity, adolescence, and the challenges of cultural integration.
A journalist uncovers a murder and the controversial actions of the American army during the Iraq War, leading to a dangerous investigation that involves tanks, soldiers, and war crimes.
In the midst of the Gulf War, soldiers are kidnapped and brainwashed for sinister purposes. Sergeant Raymond Shaw saves his unit, but doubts arise about what really happened. Shaw, now a vice-presidential nominee, and Major Ben Marco, haunted by dreams of Kuwait, investigate the truth. As Marco delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy to seize the White House, with powerful individuals at Manchurian Global trying to stop him.
In the midst of a political scandal, a political consultant hires a Hollywood producer to create a fake war with Albania in order to distract the public. The producer enlists the help of a renowned filmmaker and together they create a compelling narrative that captivates the media and the nation. As the story unravels, the lines between truth and fiction become blurred, leading to unexpected consequences.
In the aftermath of the Persian Gulf War, four soldiers set out to steal gold that was stolen from Kuwait, but they discover people who desperately need their help. As they raid Saddam's bunkers and find the gold, they witness an execution and decide to rescue prisoners. They start a war against Saddam's soldiers and eventually get captured. With the help of rebels and deserters, they rescue their friend and plan to escape to the Iranian border. After a series of challenges, they are arrested but ultimately cleared of charges, and the stolen gold is returned to Kuwait.
Three-part drama about a wife coming to terms with the death of her pilot husband in a flying accident.
In the Army Now is a comedy movie released in 1994. It follows the story of two friends who join the US Army Reserve to make some money and escape unemployment. However, they soon find themselves in ridiculous and hilarious situations as they try to survive military training and later get deployed to a war zone in the Persian Gulf during the Gulf War.
House of Saddam is a TV show that chronicles the life and reign of Saddam Hussein, the ruthless dictator of Iraq. The series explores his rise to power, his brutal regime, and his eventual downfall.
Often forgotten, and rarely punished, the lies of those in power always achieve their goals: THEY CHANGE THE COURSE OF HISTORY Who are the liars? Heads of state, politicians or military leaders, supported by their hierarchies. They have no qualms about lying to the radio, to television, to millions of people, end even, on oath, to the highest authorities and institutions. They use secret services, military strategy or communications agencies to make their lies more credible. The only motto is: «the bigger the lie, the more it will be believed!» In affairs of state, all and every means can be used to certify or conceal an operation. Lies are not just a matter of words, or of silence. They entail practical acts as well as technical support. Whole teams are sometimes necessary to construct believable illusions. In the service of a nation, lying just means reinventing the world.
Soldier's Girl is based on the true story of a young soldier who falls in love with a transgender performer, leading to a tragic event fueled by transphobia and hate crime. This gripping drama explores themes of love, acceptance, and the consequences of prejudice.
Two-part documentary about the Gulf War
The Pentagon Wars is a dark comedy based on a true story that explores the failed testing and cover-up of a military project at the Pentagon. Set during the 1980s and 1990s, the movie follows the journey of a sergeant who becomes involved in the project and witnesses its comical and absurd failures. With elements of drama and war, the film provides a satirical commentary on the inefficiencies of the military and government.
A group of CNN reporters becomes the first to broadcast live from Baghdad during the Gulf War. They must navigate the dangers of war-torn Iraq while facing personal and professional challenges.
Bitter Lake (2015) is a thought-provoking documentary that delves into the intricate web of politics, manipulation, and control surrounding the conflicts in Afghanistan. With a focus on the Helmand Province, the film examines the oversimplification of the Afghan Civil War and its connection to September 11, 2001. Through a lens of fear and conflict-of-interest, it reveals the devastating consequences of the opium trade, the feedback loop of violence, and the role of the US in perpetuating the carnage. Bitter Lake exposes the influence of Gulf War politics, the arms industry, and financialization, shedding light on the impact of neoliberalism and the oil crisis. It uncovers the subterfuge, propaganda, and manipulation by Islamic fundamentalist groups and exposes the political myths perpetuated by the Big Lie. The film also explores the complex dynamics of assassination, the rise of Al-Qaeda and ISIS, and the role of crony capitalism. Through a lens of religious movements, it examines the theological doctrine, religious intolerance, and fundamentalism in ultraconservative Islamic countries like Saudi Arabia. Bitter Lake presents a compelling and eye-opening critique of the intertwined forces that have shaped Afghanistan and the global consequences of these events.