Movies and TvShows featuring "war-criminal" theme.
In 1977 New York City, a diverse band of Nazi hunters discovers that hundreds of high-ranking officials of the Nazi party have secretly immigrated to the United States and are living among us, plotting a Fourth Reich.
During the Vietnam War, a U.S. Army officer is asked to assassinate a renegade Special Forces Colonel who considers himself a god. As he travels upriver with his crew, he learns more about the Colonel's descent into madness and the horrors of war. Eventually, he confronts the Colonel and fulfills his mission, but not without experiencing the depths of human brutality and the consequences of war.
One of the world's top bodyguards gets a new client, a world-class hitman who must testify at the International Criminal Court. They must put their differences aside and work together to make it to the trial alive and on time. With his reputation in tatters, Michael Bryce accepts an offer to escort international assassin Darius Kincaid from Manchester to the Hague. The trip is long and dangerous, and Kincaid is a target as the only one with evidence against a dictator. Despite their grudges, they must race against the clock to complete the mission.
Bernardo Bertolucci's Oscar-winning dramatisation of the life story of China's last emperor, Pu Yi. The film follows Pu Yi's journey from being the emperor of China at a young age to his eventual downfall and capture as a war criminal. It explores his relationships, his struggles with identity and power, and the changing political landscape of China. This epic and visually stunning film offers a poignant portrayal of one man's life and the historical events that shaped it.
Paul Rusesabagina, a hotel manager, shelters over a thousand Tutsi refugees during their struggle against the Hutu militia in war-torn Rwanda.
Close to the Enemy is a TV show set in post-World War II London, following a British intelligence officer who must work with captured German scientists to develop jet engine technology. The show explores themes of espionage, war crimes, and personal struggles in the aftermath of the war.
In Darkness follows a blind musician who becomes entangled in a murder investigation after she overhears a suspicious death in the apartment above her. As she delves into the dark underbelly of London, she uncovers secrets and faces danger that threatens her own life.
In 1943 during World War II, the Monuments Men, a group of museum directors and art historians, embark on a mission to save art treasures from being lost or looted. They face challenges from both the Allied forces and the Germans. Along the way, they encounter resistance from a curator in Paris, collaborate with resistance fighters, and find hidden caches of artwork. Despite the risks and setbacks, they succeed in rescuing and preserving vast quantities of art. Decades later, their efforts are celebrated and the impact of their sacrifice is appreciated by future generations.
White Teeth is a TV mini-series that follows the lives of two friends, Archie Jones and Samad Iqbal, and their families in the diverse and multicultural neighborhood of North-West London. The story explores themes of race, religion, identity, and the complexities of multiculturalism, as the characters navigate their personal struggles and challenges.
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.
Inspired by actual events - the dramatic story of a group of lost youth in late 70s and early 80s Copenhagen. They find community and belonging in the biker gang 'Bullshit' – but end up in brutal conflict.
In La Llorona, a former general who led a genocide during the Guatemalan civil war is haunted by the vengeful spirit of a woman he wronged. As he is consumed by guilt and paranoia, his family is terrorized by supernatural occurrences. The film explores themes of guilt, memory, and justice.
A teenager named Todd Bowden discovers that an old man named Kurt Dussander, who lives in his town, is actually a Nazi war criminal. Todd becomes obsessed with the idea of exposing Dussander's secret identity and starts blackmailing him to reveal his past. As their relationship unfolds, Todd's descent into darkness and the consequences of his actions become increasingly disturbing.
In The Stranger, a former Nazi war criminal is being hunted by a dedicated professor. The Nazi, living under a false identity, arrives in a small town and becomes involved with a newlywed couple. As the professor closes in, the stranger's true identity is revealed, leading to a thrilling climax.
In post-World War II Germany, American judges preside over the trials of Nazi war criminals. The gripping courtroom drama explores themes of war crimes, justice, and the aftermath of the Holocaust.
While training for a marathon, a man becomes entangled in a conspiracy involving a Nazi war criminal, leading to a series of violent encounters and a pursuit for revenge.
A journalist and his cameraman embark on a risky journey to track down a notorious war criminal, leading them into the heart of a war-torn country. Along the way, they encounter unexpected challenges and comedic situations.
A team of special operations soldiers enter a high-tech facility to investigate the disappearance of a scientist. They soon find themselves trapped inside and must navigate through a series of deadly traps while uncovering the dark secrets of the facility. With time running out, they must find a way to escape and survive.
Set in post-World War II, a former SS officer and his past lover, a concentration camp survivor, meet again in a hotel in Vienna, Austria, and an obsessive and sadomasochistic relationship ensues.
An Ordinary Man tells the story of a former war criminal who is forced to live in hiding as a fugitive. He forms an unlikely friendship with a young boy, as he navigates the challenges of evading capture and trying to return to his homeland. The movie explores themes of redemption, survival, and the consequences of one's actions.