Movies and TvShows featuring "independence-movement" theme.
Liberty's Kids is an animated historical TV show set during the American Revolution. It follows a group of young teenagers, Sarah, James, and Henri, as they work for Benjamin Franklin in Philadelphia. Together, they experience the events and meet key figures that shaped the independence movement.
Gandhi, a lawyer, leads the Indian revolts against British rule using nonviolent protest. He fights for the rights of Indians in South Africa and later returns to India to fight for independence. Despite setbacks, violence, and imprisonment, Gandhi's campaign gains international attention and eventually leads to India's independence. However, the country is divided into India and Pakistan, causing religious tensions and violence. Gandhi spends his last days trying to bring peace and is eventually assassinated.
Assassination is a historical action drama set in 1933 during the Japanese occupation of Korea. A group of Korean independence fighters plan to assassinate key Japanese figures to disrupt their control over the country. The movie explores themes of revenge, friendship, honor, and nationalistic resistance.
A man named Brian is born on the same day as Jesus Christ and spends his life being mistaken for a messiah. He joins a rebel group fighting against Roman occupation in Judea. After a series of misadventures, Brian unwittingly inspires a religious movement and becomes a reluctant messiah. Eventually, he is caught by the Romans and scheduled to be crucified, but due to a case of mistaken identity, he is not released. He remains hanging on the cross, abandoned by those who could have helped him.
In 1920s Korea, a group of resistance fighters plan to smuggle explosives on a train to fight against the Japanese occupation. A Korean police officer infiltrates the resistance group but finds himself torn between his duty and his loyalty to his homeland.
Viceroy's House is a gripping historical drama set in 1947, during the final days of British rule in India. It follows the true story of Lord Mountbatten, the last Viceroy of India, as he and his wife oversee the transition of power from the British Empire to an independent India. The film also explores the interfaith love story between a Hindu servant and a Muslim translator, set against the backdrop of escalating religious and ethnic conflict. As the nation awaits independence, tensions rise and violence erupts, leading to the partition of India and the birth of Pakistan. Viceroy's House is a tale of love, destiny, and the seismic events that shaped the modern history of the Indian subcontinent.
Spanish Affair is a romantic comedy that follows the hilarious misadventures of a man from the Basque Country who falls in love with a spirited woman from Andalusia. Their relationship is tested as they navigate cultural differences and stereotypes, leading to a series of misunderstandings and comical situations. The film explores themes of love, identity, and the clash between different regions of Spain.
A private detective is hired to investigate an inheritance on the island of Corsica. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a connection to a terrorist organization and becomes involved in the fight for freedom.
A detailed exploration of the life of Thomas Jefferson, a prominent American politician and the third President of the United States. The show delves into his contribution to American politics, his stance on slavery, his role in the American Revolution, and his overall impact on American history. It also covers his presidency and the challenges he faced during his time in office.
Another Day of Life is a gripping docudrama based on the real-life experiences of journalist Ryszard Kapuściński during the Angolan Civil War. It combines animation, motion capture, and live-action footage to portray the war's devastating impact on Angola and its people. The film explores themes of colonialism, independence movements, and the dangers faced by war journalists.
In the early 20th century, Michael Collins leads the Irish independence movement against British colonialism, engaging in political assassinations and guerrilla warfare. He becomes a key figure in the Irish Civil War, ultimately sacrificing his life for the cause.
During the Japanese invasion of Korea in the 1910s, a group of Korean resistance fighters fight against the imperial Japanese forces to protect their homeland and maintain their independence. The film depicts the intense battle between the two sides and the struggle of the Korean people during this dark period in history.
A dramatization of the actual events surrounding the October Crisis in the province of Quebec, Canada.
Jinnah is a biographical drama that follows the life of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan. The movie portrays his political journey, the partition of India, and the struggles faced during the creation of Pakistan. It also delves into his personal life, including the loss of his wife. Through a surrealistic lens, Jinnah's life and the historical events surrounding it are presented, showcasing the fight for freedom and the challenges faced during that time.
In the 1940s, a group of Korean independence activists forms a secret society to resist the Japanese occupation. They enlist an unlikely hero, a street gangster, to help them create a dictionary that will preserve the Korean language. As they face various challenges and gun violence, they discover the power of words and the importance of their mission.
Divided into three parts — The Awakening, The Struggle, and Freedom — this is a biographical film on Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of independent India. Relying on Nehru's writings and speeches, the film traces the evolution of Nehru from his birth through his life. It also deals with the effect of history on Nehru and in turn his impact on the world.
Anarchist from Colony is a movie based on the true story of Park Yeol, an anarchist who fought against the Japanese occupation of Korea in the 1920s. The film explores his struggle for independence and the assassination attempt on him by Korean court officials.
Tjoet Nja' Dhien is a gripping historical drama set in Indonesia during the country's war of independence. The film tells the true story of Tjoet Nja' Dhien, a brave and fearless woman who fought against Dutch colonial rule. As she struggles to protect her people and fight for their freedom, Tjoet Nja' Dhien faces numerous challenges, including the loss of her husband and the constant threat of capture. Her resilience and determination to survive make her an inspiration and a national hero.