Movies and TvShows featuring "mass-execution" theme.
During the Mexican Revolution, a group of skilled professionals are hired to rescue a woman who has been kidnapped by a Mexican bandit. They face various challenges and obstacles along the way, using their expertise and skills to plan and execute the rescue mission.
In the waning days of World War II, a German army captain deserts and takes on the identity of a Nazi officer. He finds himself in a small German village where he must navigate the challenges of pretending to be someone he's not, all while dealing with the horrors and consequences of war.
Set during World War II, Son of Saul follows a member of the Sonderkommando, a group of Jewish prisoners forced to assist in the extermination process at Auschwitz. Saul, while working in the crematorium, discovers the body of a boy he believes to be his son. Determined to give him a proper burial, Saul risks his own life to find a rabbi and carry out the task amidst the chaos and horrors of the concentration camp.
During World War II, a Dutch banker named Walraven van Hall becomes involved in the resistance and risks his life to help fund the resistance movement by forging treasury bonds.
The story behind the world's most infamous haunted house tale: the Amityville murders. This is the first elevated look at every aspect of this wildly layered story about the heinous murder of a family of six that became eclipsed by paranormal controversy.
Based on true events, 'Septembers of Shiraz' tells the story of an Iranian Jewish family caught in the chaos and danger of the Islamic revolution.
During World War II, a con man is forced to impersonate a captured resistance general in order to gather information and help the resistance movement.
During the Bosnian War in the 1990s, Aida, a translator, finds herself in a desperate situation as she tries to save her family from the massacre in Srebrenica.
Welcome to Sarajevo is a powerful drama set during the Bosnian War. It follows the experiences of journalists covering the brutal conflict and the impact it has on the lives of the people caught in the crossfire. The film explores themes of war, survival, and the resilience of the human spirit.
Hangmen Also Die! tells the story of a surgeon who assassinates a high-ranking Nazi official and the consequences that follow. Set in Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia, the film follows the protagonist as he becomes a target of the Gestapo and joins the resistance movement. Through twists and turns, the plot explores themes of sacrifice, patriotism, and the brutality of war. It culminates in a tense and thrilling climax as the protagonist fights for justice and freedom.
In 1990, Krishna Pandit, a young college student, sets out to uncover the truth behind the Kashmiri Pandit exodus. Caught between opposing narratives, Krishna embarks on a journey to fulfill his grandfather's last wishes and discovers shocking truths about his parents' death. The film captures the pain, suffering, and struggle of the Kashmiri Pandit community.
In 1960, Israeli agents capture Adolf Eichmann, one of the key architects of the Holocaust. The story follows his trial in Israel, where evidence of his crimes is presented and he is held accountable for his actions.
In 1520, the notorious and power-hungry Danish King Christian II is determined to seize the Swedish crown from Sten Sture, no matter what it takes. Meanwhile, sisters Freja and Anne make a solemn promise to seek revenge on the men who brutally murdered their family. Everything comes to a head in the heart of Stockholm, where the sisters are drawn into a ruthless political struggle between Sweden and Denmark that culminates in a mass execution, presided over by the mad King "Christian the Tyrant," known as the Stockholm Bloodbath.
War Photographer is a documentary that follows the life and work of photojournalist James Nachtwey, focusing on his experiences in conflict zones such as Palestine, the Balkan War, and Indonesia. The film explores the dangers and moral dilemmas faced by war photographers as they capture images of death, devastation, and suffering. It also delves into the personal toll taken on Nachtwey and his relationships.
The Butcher of Prague is a gripping drama that tells the story of the infamous Reinhard Heydrich, a high-ranking Nazi official, and the assassination plot against him. Set in Czechoslovakia during the height of World War II, the movie explores the bravery of the resistance fighters and the brutal consequences they face for their actions.
During World War II, a young Catholic priest in a village in Nazi-occupied France is faced with a deathbed confession that challenges his faith and forces him to confront his own beliefs and principles. As the confession unfolds, it reveals a web of secrets and forbidden love, testing the young priest's commitment to his religious faith and his duty to the village.
Set in the Jasenovac concentration camp in Croatia during World War II, a young girl named Dara must navigate the brutal and desperate conditions as she tries to survive and protect her family.
Bonded by Blood is a crime thriller based on a true story. Set in Essex, it tells the chilling tale of a mass execution and the evil man who orchestrated it. Filled with violence and bloodshed, this movie delves into the dark side of humanity.
Historian James Bulgin reveals the origins of the Holocaust in the German invasion of the Soviet Union, exploring the mass murder, collaboration and experimentation that led to the Final Solution.
Chekist (1992) is a chilling drama that takes place during the Russian Revolution. It follows the story of a secret police agent, known as a Chekist, as he carries out brutal acts of violence and murder. The film delves into the horrors of the time, depicting mass executions, atrocities, and the extermination of perceived enemies of the revolution. The plot is filled with scenes of naked dead bodies, hangings, bloodshed, and attempted suicides, showcasing the terror and insanity of the era. Amongst the chaos, the film also explores the dynamics of a husband-wife relationship within the backdrop of a crumbling aristocracy. Chekist is a gripping portrayal of the relentless violence and inhumanity that characterized the Russian Revolution.