Movies and TvShows featuring "historical-reinterpretation" theme.

The Man Who Knew Infinity follows the life of Srinivasa Ramanujan, a self-taught mathematician from India who travels to Cambridge University during World War I to work with renowned professor G.H. Hardy. Despite facing racism, prejudice, and tuberculosis, Ramanujan's groundbreaking contributions to mathematics leave a lasting legacy in the field.

Journalist Graham Hancock explores archaeological sites worldwide to challenge our understanding of prehistory and uncover a highly advanced civilization that may have existed thousands of years ago.

A documentary that explores the life and career of Robert S. McNamara, the former Secretary of Defense, and his involvement in the Vietnam War.

Misha and the Wolves is a documentary film that unravels the captivating tale of Misha Defonseca, a woman who wrote a best-selling memoir claiming to be a Holocaust survivor. As her story gains fame and popularity, doubts start to arise and investigators dig deeper into the truth. The film explores themes of deception, greed, naivete, and the impact of a world craving for Holocaust stories.

The Witness is a biographical crime documentary that tells the story of Kitty Genovese, a lesbian woman who was brutally murdered in 1964. The film follows her sister, who later becomes a witness to the murder, as she uncovers the truth about what happened that night. Through interviews, reenactments, and home movies, the film explores themes of bystander effect, family relationships, and the legacy of the murder.

The film recreates the final events leading to Italian unification in September 1870.

Who was Homer, and what is the meaning of The Odyssey? In this documentary we follow the footsteps of Ulysses, also known by his Greek name Odysseus—a hero as relevant today as he was nearly three thousand years ago, on a journey across some of the most fascinating landscapes and seascapes of the Mediterranean region. With the help of prominent international scholars, we seek to resolve the questions that still surround one of humanity’s greatest literary works and its enigmatic author.

In Morocco, new excavations on the site of Jebel Irhoud upset the generally accepted view of the dating of the appearance of man.

Jesus of Nazareth, the founding figure of Christianity, is also an exceptional character in the Koran. Why? In what way? A deep investigation around the world exploring the rise of Islam during the time of prophet Muhammad.

The history, culture and tradition of Serbs living West of the Drina river, from the times of medieval Bosnia to the 20th century and the formation of Republika Srpska, an internationally recognized entity of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

This documentary explores the Battle of Britain, a crucial turning point in World War Two. It delves into the aerial bombardment, fighter escort, early warning systems, and the quantity versus quality strategy that marked the battle. The film also discusses the role of U-boats, radar, and historical reinterpretation.

Eleanor and Franklin: The White House Years is a riveting drama that explores the complex mother-daughter relationship between Eleanor Roosevelt and her son, President Franklin D. Roosevelt, as they navigate the challenges of political life in the White House. Set against the backdrop of World War II and its aftermath, the film delves into themes of loneliness, remorse, and the struggle between visionary and reactionary forces. It also sheds light on Eleanor's role as a hostess and her commitment to social consciousness, highlighting issues such as homelessness, anti-Semitism, and racism. Through historical reinterpretation, the movie examines pivotal events like Franklin's death, his state funeral, and the postmodern reforms he introduced, such as social security and medical care. The narrative also touches on Eleanor's activism and her influential relationships with political figures like Winston Churchill and Harry Hopkins. With a focus on the west coast, including California and Pearl Harbor, the film delves into the plight of Japanese Americans during World War II. Capturing the essence of the era, it features iconic locations like the Lincoln Memorial and the White House in Washington, D.C. Drawing on elements of biography and historical drama, this film portrays Eleanor Roosevelt as a strong and independent woman, offering a nuanced portrait of her role in American politics.

The Western hero takes on a ruthless land baron whose henchmen killed his best friend.

Nearly forty years after the moon landing the men on the mission reveal what really happened. On how close the mission came to disaster.