Movies and TvShows featuring "scurvy" theme.
Plymouth Adventure is a movie set in the 1620s that tells the story of the Mayflower's voyage to the New World and the challenges faced by the Pilgrims. It explores themes of religious persecution, love, leadership, and commitment.
In 1803, the only thing standing between Napoleon and his plan of world domination is England and the British Navy. The admiralty, learning that Napoleon has assembled an invasion fleet decides to send out one of its vessels to destroy it the French flagship under cover of fog. Forced out of retirement, ruthless, tyrannical and temperamental Captain William Blake is put in command. He wields his command with sadistic fury until an epidemic of scurvy attacks the crew and, when he refuses to go ashore for needed provision, mutiny and insubordination results...and, then, the French flagship arrives.
Two Years Before the Mast tells the story of a young sailor who endures hardships, false accusations, and a mutiny aboard a merchant ship. Fueled by revenge and a desire for justice, he navigates treacherous waters and faces the perils of the sea.
In the midst of the American Civil War, a group of prisoners endure harsh conditions in a Confederate prisoner of war camp called Andersonville. They face brutal treatment, food shortages, and rampant disease. Amidst the struggles, they form alliances, play chess, and engage in card games to pass the time. As tensions rise, an underground newspaper circulates rumors of escape tunnels. The prisoners endure retribution and witness executions by hanging. A courageous few plan a daring escape. Will they succeed in their fight for survival and freedom?
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