Movies and TvShows featuring "war-ruins" theme.
In World War II London, nine-year-old George is evacuated to the countryside by his mother, Rita, to escape the bombings. Defiant and determined to return to his family, George embarks on an epic, perilous journey back home as Rita searches for him.
Pulp novelist Holly Martins arrives in postwar Vienna to find his friend Harry Lime dead. As he investigates the circumstances of Harry's death, Holly discovers a criminal underworld and a conspiracy that involves betrayal and deception.
Traudl Junge, Hitler's final secretary, recounts the Nazi dictator's last days in his Berlin bunker at the end of WWII. As Berlin falls to the Soviets, Hitler refuses to evacuate and instead plans his own suicide. The film explores the disintegration of the Nazi regime and the despair of those trapped in the bunker.
Set in post-war Germany in 1946, "The Aftermath" follows a British couple, Rachael and Lewis Morgan, as they move into a grand house in Hamburg. They are forced to share their new home with a German widower and his troubled daughter. Tensions rise as Rachael, still grieving the loss of their son, forms a surprising connection with the German widower, and their affair threatens to tear apart the already fragile peace in the aftermath of war.
A Perfect Day follows a group of aid workers who find themselves caught in the bureaucracy and chaos of war-torn Bosnia in the 1990s. As they try to navigate the challenges of the conflict, they encounter dead animals, urination problems, and the struggles of delivering humanitarian aid. The movie explores the complexities of war through the dark humor and drama that unfolds during their journey.
Hiroshima is a dramatic film depicting the devastating impact of the atomic bombing on the city of Hiroshima during World War II. It follows the story of a group of individuals and their struggles to survive and rebuild their lives in the aftermath of the bombing. The film explores themes of war, human suffering, and the quest for peace.
Set in the trenches of World War I, Journey's End follows a group of British soldiers as they await their fate, facing the harsh realities of war, including alcoholism, disillusionment, and the fear of imminent death.
In the midst of the Spanish Civil War, a journalist investigates a bombing in Guernica and discovers a tale of love, sacrifice, and tragedy. As he unravels the truth, he finds himself entangled in the web of war and its devastating consequences. Based on a true story.
A Private War (2018) follows the true story of renowned war correspondent Marie Colvin as she risks her life to report on the frontlines of conflicts around the world. From her firsthand experiences in war-torn countries like Syria and Iraq to her personal struggles with addiction and relationships, the film explores the sacrifices and trauma faced by journalists who dedicate their lives to documenting the horrors of war.
In the midst of World War II, a wounded American soldier finds himself questioning authority as he navigates the war ruins of Belgium. As he confronts the cold weather and the consequences of his actions, he must grapple with the moral dilemmas of war and his own humanity.
In the spring of 1945, Berlin is in ruins after the defeat of the Nazis. A woman documents her experiences as she is subjected to mass rape and sexual assault by Soviet soldiers. She finds herself in a constant struggle for survival and dignity in a city consumed by chaos and despair.
During World War II, a young man disguises himself as a Nazi officer in order to save Jewish lives and reunite with his missing family.
After the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, survivors are haunted by grief and struggle to rebuild their lives amidst the ruins. The film follows the story of a 7-year-old girl and her family as they cope with the physical and emotional scars left by the war.
Nanking (2007) is a documentary that tells the tragic story of the Nanking Massacre that took place in China in 1937. The film sheds light on the horrifying violence and atrocities committed by the Japanese army during their occupation of Nanking, and explores the courage and resilience of the Chinese people who survived the massacre.
In post-World War II Poland, Colonel Kwiatkowski, a Polish military doctor, gets entangled in a plan to rescue a secret agent from prison. As he navigates through the ruins of war-torn Warsaw, he faces deception, danger, and the harsh realities of Polish politics. Alongside his loyal sidekick, he embarks on a mission that will test his courage and resilience. This satirical adventure explores themes of patriotism, sacrifice, and the aftermath of war.
Children of Nature (1991) is a drama and romance movie that tells the heartwarming story of an elderly man and woman who escape from their retirement home in Iceland. They embark on a journey to reconnect with nature and each other, encountering various challenges along the way. With stunning visuals of the Icelandic landscape, the movie explores themes of love, friendship, and the importance of embracing life's adventures.
During World War II, a married couple in London faces personal struggles and rediscover themselves, leading to a romantic reconciliation.
In the midst of the Greco-Turkish War in 1922, a band of mercenaries is hired to escort a valuable gold shipment through the war-torn country. Along the way, they face numerous challenges and confrontations, including battles, explosions, and ambushes.
In the year 1945, amidst the war ruins of Budapest, a passionate and ambitious Hungarian history professor finds himself drawn into a web of adultery, seduction, and betrayal. As he embarks on a dangerous affair with a mysterious femme fatale, he becomes entangled in a hunt for truth, filled with passion, lust, and the haunting memories of war.
Freddy, a Viennese Jew who emigrated to New York after Hitler's invasion, and Adler, a left-wing intellectual originally from Berlin, return to Austria in 1944 as soldiers in the U.S. Army. Freddy falls in love with the daughter of a Nazi, and Adler attempts to go over to the Communist Zone. But with the advent of the Cold War and continuing anti-semitism, the idealism of both characters is shattered as they find themselves surrounded by cynicism, opportunism, and universal self-deception.