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Gye Baek, Warrior’s Fate
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Gye Baek, Warrior’s Fate (2011)

7.5

Set in the Baekje kingdom in the mid-7th century, the drama chronicles the life and times of the storied warrior General Gyebaek who is remembered in history for leading Baekje's last stand against the Silla in the Battle of Hwangsanbeol.

Riphagen the Untouchable
Movie

Riphagen the Untouchable(2016)

7.1
132Minutes

Riphagen the Untouchable is a gripping biographical drama that follows the life of Andries Riphagen, a criminal who became a key figure in the Dutch resistance during World War II. The movie explores Riphagen's rise to power in the criminal underworld and his collaboration with the Nazis, as well as the violence, betrayal, and persecution that unfolded during that time. Based on a true story and the novel of the same name, this movie sheds light on a historic event and the dark past of Amsterdam, Netherlands.

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Carandiru
Movie

Carandiru(2003)

7.6
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R
145Minutes

Carandiru is a gripping drama about the lives of several inmates in the Carandiru Penitentiary in São Paulo, Brazil. It explores themes of crime, brutality, and the struggles faced by both prisoners and prison guards. The movie is based on the book 'Estação Carandiru' by Dráuzio Varella, who worked as a doctor in the prison. It touches on topics such as police brutality, LGBT issues, and the Brazilian prison system. The film follows multiple storylines and recounts a historic event known as the Carandiru Massacre.

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Reyes de la noche
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Reyes de la noche (2021)

6.6

Reyes de la noche is a TV show set in 1980s Madrid, Spain. It tells the story of rival radio commentators and their personal relationships, business rivalries, and artistic rivalries. The show explores themes such as football, women's rights, corruption, politics, and historic events. The main protagonist is a male radio presenter who becomes enemies with a friend-turned-enemy. The plot also involves a mother-son relationship, revenge, love, and an urban setting.

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Eadweard
Movie

Eadweard(2015)

6.3
104Minutes

Eadweard is a biographical film about Eadweard Muybridge, a pioneer in photography and motion pictures in the late 19th century. It explores his life, including his groundbreaking work, personal struggles, and involvement in a historic event.

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The Cost of Deception
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The Cost of Deception(2021)

1.5
125Minutes

The Cost of Deception is a historical drama based on true events that follows the story of a political leader who engages in deception, scandal, and political conspiracy. Set in Budapest, Hungary, during the year 2006, the movie explores themes of radicalism, extremism, and the struggle for democracy. The plot delves into the protagonist's involvement in mass demonstrations, police violence, and encounters with extremist groups. It showcases the cost of deception and the impact it has on relationships, morality, and society.

August 28: A Day in the Life of a People
Movie

August 28: A Day in the Life of a People(2016)

6.2
22Minutes

Documentary film on events that happened on August 28th in African-American history, shown at the Smithsonian African-American History Museum.

Gestures and Fragments
Movie

Gestures and Fragments(1982)

5.9
90Minutes

"Essay on the Military and the Power", a phrase that also belongs to the title of "Gestures & Fragments", sums up the spirit of the film, based on three points of view on the same theme: Otelo Saraiva de Carvalho and Eduardo Lourenço, in their own roles, and the one played by Robert Kramer, as an American journalist bent on seeking explanations for the process of the Portuguese Revolution.

L'Affaire Dreyfus
Movie

L'Affaire Dreyfus(1995)

7
200Minutes

In 1894, the French Army discovered the existence of a traitor Alsatian and Jewish, the French officer Alfred Dreyfus makes an ideal culprit. For lack of evidence, the War Ministry creates a damning document Dreyfus overwhelming. Judged and sentenced, Dreyfus is deported to Devil's Island. In 1896, the Army flushed out the real culprit. The truth broke out in 1898 thanks to the mobilization of intellectuals shaken by Zola's "J'accuse!"

National Anthem Girl
Movie

National Anthem Girl(2019)

7.9
76Minutes

National Anthem Girl is a biographical documentary about Janine Stange, who embarked on a journey to sing the national anthem at all fifty state capitals in fifty days. The film explores Janine's love for the anthem and the challenges she faced during her inspiring journey.

Saved by a Stranger
Tv Show

Saved by a Stranger (2021)

7.1

Anita Rani explores the experiences of 2 people thrown together by a major event in modern history who have since become separated. The series follows them as they try to find the individual who helped them.

The Legacy of Arrow Development
Movie

The Legacy of Arrow Development(2016)

8.3
71Minutes

The Legacy of Arrow Development is a documentary that explores the history and impact of the legendary amusement park ride manufacturer, Arrow Development. From pioneering roller coaster designs to working closely with Disneyland, this film takes viewers on a journey through the evolution of theme park rides. It highlights the innovative spirit and lasting legacy of Arrow Development, which forever changed the amusement park industry.

Familiar Tale
Movie

Familiar Tale(2017)

6.9
21Minutes

The memory lives on in Yukio Saeki's memory. At 83 years old, he still hears the echo of the sea in Japan, near Hiroshima, and the atomic bomb falling from the sky.

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historic event

Explore a collection of movies and TV shows that beautifully capture historic events. Immerse yourself in the past and witness the significance of these moments unfold on the big and small screens. From gripping war dramas to inspiring biopics, this curated selection will transport you to different eras, allowing you to relive and appreciate the impact of these historic events.

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