Movies and TvShows featuring "united-states-military" theme.

A local interpreter in Afghanistan puts his life on the line to save a wounded sergeant by traversing treacherous terrain. As they face Taliban ambushes and navigate through the mountains, they form a bond of brotherhood. With the help of sympathetic locals and the assistance of a private military contractor, they try to secure visas to relocate to the US. This thrilling action-drama highlights the challenges faced by interpreters in war zones and the sacrifices they make.

No easy answers? Decision-makers from Kissinger to Rice revisit how the US responded to conflicts from Rwanda to Iraq. Faced with human suffering - who has responsibility to act?

To be trapped behind enemy lines is every soldier’s worst nightmare: a situation they all train for, few experience, and even fewer survive. No Man Left Behind dramatizes the stories of real-life war-heroes whose contribution to the war effort becomes a pure battle for survival against all odds.

At the outset of the Yalta Conference on February 4, 1945, the «Big Three» were all optimistic: victory was in no doubt, and the accord that they had achieved seemed likely to preserve the values they had fought for. However, in just a few months, nothing would remain of this agreement apart from irreconcilable differences. United in war, the Allies would reveal themselves as divided and rivals in peace. How can such a rapid failure of a real effort at entente be explained? With the Yalta Conference in 1945 to 1953, discover a new world order drawn up by three men, looking for a lasting peace... that would lead inevitably to the Cold War. Combining archive footage, photographs, original letters and unique testimonies, these two episodes revisit this crucial period in History. A full immersion into postwar years and an emerging new world order.

Life in Berlin in 1945 before, during and after the battle of Berlin seen through the eyes of those who were there at the time from common Berliners to Allied troops.

Experience the historic confrontation at Kabul airport as the United States withdraws its troops from Afghanistan and the Taliban seizes the city. Witness the desperate evacuation of Afghan citizens in the face of religious extremism and the chaotic aftermath of the American occupation.

In the winter of 1944, a small American combat unit is faced with the daunting task of holding off a much larger German force during the Battle of the Bulge. As they fight for survival in the harsh Ardennes forest, they must muster all their bravery, resilience, and resourcefulness to overcome the enemy and achieve victory.

It's June 1942 and the world's fate is about to be decided by a handful of pilots and their untested aircraft. Experience an inside look at the Battle of Midway, captured through rarely seen battle footage and firsthand accounts from its hero dive-bombing pilot, "Dusty" Kleiss. This is an hour-by-hour recount of one of the most pivotal conflicts of the 20th century. Take a closer look at how this desperately needed victory came about through the design of U.S. airplanes, the skill of the pilots, the element of surprise, and a stroke of luck.

In 1945, twelve million homeless children wandered through the rubble of a Europe that had just emerged from the deadliest conflict it had ever known. An unprecedented number of children were separated from their parents or orphaned. Under the guise of the best interests of these children and of the nation, France, the United States, Great Britain and the countries of Central Europe embarked on a veritable race for children. By demographic opportunism, by fear of seeing them indoctrinated by a new totalitarianism, these countries move and adopt these orphans, erasing their history and their identity.

In the midst of escalating tensions between the United States and an alien civilization, a signal from outer space sparks a global conspiracy. As governments and militaries race to decipher its meaning, a team of scientists and astronauts must navigate political turmoil and personal dilemmas to uncover the truth behind the mysterious message.

The Truth Game is a documentary film that delves into the propaganda and fear surrounding the nuclear arms race. It explores the historical events such as the bombing of Nagasaki and the development of nuclear weapons. The film also examines the effects of radiation and the impact of propaganda slogans during World War Two. It sheds light on the role of the United States of America, the Soviet Union, and other countries in the arms race. The Truth Game reveals the disinformation and state propaganda that influenced public opinion and shaped military-industrial complex. It highlights the ongoing potential threat of nuclear weapons and the importance of understanding the history and consequences of the arms race.

Filmmaker Marcel Ophuls investigates the massacre of My Lai by U.S. soldiers.

In 1945, fifteen million orphans roamed in the debris of a Europe recovering from the deadliest conflict it had ever known. Through recolorized archives, testimonies of survivors and reenactment, our film will relate this obscure and unknown episode of the immediate post-war period, overshadowed by the atrocities of the conflict.

Amidst the horrors and indignities of Jim Crow America, one million African Americans served their country to protect democracy abroad and expand it at home during World War II. The new documentary tells a unit struggling to succeed in battle, proving their full-citizenship when their lives seemed to matter less. Serving for Justice: The Story of the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion is a story of fortitude, brotherhood, and faith in America's ideals.

Explore the horrific events of the My Lai massacre, where American soldiers killed hundreds of innocent Vietnamese civilians in 1968. This documentary provides an in-depth look into the war crime and its impact on the United States military and the Vietnamese people.

On the Pacific island of Guadalcanal in 1942, the famed 1st Marine Division — the oldest, largest and most decorated division of the U.S. Marine Corps — defeated Japanese forces in a turning point of WWII. This film documents the experiences of 1st Marine Division veterans who took part in the historic fight.

In 1991 and 1992, the United States closed down two of their largest military bases in Asia. After almost 100 years, our American guests were gone. But we discovered that our guests forgot to clean up. Toxic Sunset probes the issue of toxic wastes in US Military bases in the Philippines.

WORLD'S MOST DANGEROUS PAPER ROUTE is a documentary that explores the lives of brave paper delivery boys in Afghanistan, who risk their lives every day to deliver news to the people. The film focuses on their struggles, the dangers they face, and the impact of their work on the war-torn country. The documentary sheds light on the important role journalism plays in society, especially in conflict zones like Afghanistan.

This WWII documentary uses current location filming and authentic historic film clips to document the Battle of the Bulge, the last big German offensive in World War II, which was launched through the densely forested Ardennes region of Wallonia in eastern Belgium, northeast France, and Luxembourg in December of 1944. The film also portrays the heroism, as well as the confusion and humiliation, that characterized both the Allied and the German troops. It contains rare or previously unseen archival film material as well as in-depth interviews with military leaders from both sides who gives their account of this battle.