Movies and TvShows featuring "historical-reenactment" theme.
Drunk History is a comedy TV show that features inebriated storytellers recounting historical events while famous actors reenact the drunken narration. The show combines elements of parody, sketch comedy, and alternate history to create a unique and hilarious storytelling experience.
Seven Wonders of the Industrial World is a 7-part British documentary/docudrama television miniseries that originally aired from 4 September 2003 to 16 October 2003 on BBC. The programme examines seven engineering feats that occurred during the Industrial Revolution.
This TV show delves into the fascinating world of ancient Egypt, as it unravels the mysteries of the past through archaeological discoveries and historical reenactments. Follow the journey of archaeologists and experience the thrill of excavation.
Aboard a replica of an 18th century ship, ten participants set sail from the port of La Rochelle, France. Their destination: Quebec City. Dressed in period attire, fed the typical fare, and obliged to travel as their ancestors once did.
When a slacker named Hannah becomes the tour guide of a haunted historical manor, she must navigate the challenges of dealing with a mischievous ghost and a stuffy professor. As Hannah learns about the manor's history and the ghost's past, she begins to uncover secrets that will change her life forever.
Dramatic documentary about the birth of the American Republic and the struggle of a loosely connected group of states to become a nation.
Follow the captivating stories of real people who shaped the American West in the 19th century, from legendary outlaws to Native American warriors.
During World War II, six million Jews were murdered, with two million killed in systematic mass shootings. Explore the untold story of the men behind these mass shootings, their motivations, and the few survivors who escaped.
In Cold Case Hammarskjöld, a documentary film released in 2019, investigative journalist Mads Brügger sets out to solve the mystery surrounding the death of United Nations Secretary-General Dag Hammarskjöld. As he delves deeper into the case, Brügger uncovers a complex web of conspiracy theories, white supremacy, and secret operations involving the mining corporation and army of mercenaries. Through witness interviews, examination of wreckage, and exploration of historical events like the Katanga conflict, Brügger brings to light the shady dealings of powerful forces and the troubling history of African decolonization.
The stories behind innovations such as TV, radio, phones, airplanes, motorcycles and power tools as well as the inventors including Nikola Tesla, William Harley, Alexander Graham Bell, Duncan Black and Alonzo Decker.
Thousands of terracotta warriors guarded the first Chinese emperor's tomb. This is their story, told through archeological evidence and reenactments.
In the ancient city of Atlantis, a volcano erupts, causing the end of the Minoan civilization. As the island sinks into the sea, the survivors must find a way to escape. Meanwhile, a young priestess discovers her true powers and must navigate the chaos to save her people.
This is the “embedded” French Revolution that we want to share: an exceptional, immersive experience seen through cameras that dive into the heart of history, following its every jolt. It's the story of the fall of the world's most glorious, most powerful ad most ancient monarchy.
The history of Europeans in North America, from the arrival of Columbus in 1492 to the business success of German immigrants such as Heinz, Strauss or Friedrich Trumpf, Donald Trump's grandfather. During the 19th century, thirty million people — Germans, Irish, Scots, Russians, Hungarians, Italians and many others — left the old continent, fleeing poverty, racism or political repression, hoping to make a fortune and realize the American dream.
Faintheart is a comedy-drama film that follows the story of a man who finds solace in the world of historical reenactment after his marriage falls apart. He becomes deeply invested in his role as a Viking warrior, but struggles to balance his reenactment life with his real-life responsibilities as a father. With comedic moments and heartfelt emotions, Faintheart explores themes of love, family, and finding oneself.
Docudrama telling the story of a building with a breath taking career that began in the empire, flourished in the Weimar Republic, perished in the Nazi dictatorship, and was rebuilt after its partial destruction.
House of Bodies is a gripping crime thriller that follows the story of a serial killer who broadcasts his murders online. As the police race against time to catch the killer, they find themselves drawn into a dangerous game of cat and mouse. With a captivating plot and intense suspense, House of Bodies keeps you on the edge of your seat.
Set in 1945, 'Hiroshima' portrays the catastrophic impact of the atomic bomb dropped on the city and the aftermath on its survivors. Through historical reenactment and archive footage, the film explores the political decisions and the devastating consequences of the nuclear weapon.