Movies and TvShows featuring "war-trauma" theme.
Homeland is a captivating TV show that follows the story of Carrie Mathison, a bipolar CIA officer who becomes obsessed with capturing terrorists. As she navigates the murky world of intelligence and counter-terrorism, she must battle her own personal demons and the betrayals within her own agency. With its intense plot and thought-provoking themes, Homeland keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.
In the near future, a group of war journalists attempt to survive while reporting the truth as the United States stands on the brink of civil war.
Former U.S. Army Captain Nathan Algren is hired to train the newly created Imperial Japanese Army, but he becomes trapped in a struggle between modernization and traditional samurai culture.
Sam Cahill, a Marine captain, is presumed dead after his helicopter is shot down in Afghanistan. His brother, Tommy, takes care of Sam's family in his absence. However, Sam returns with a lot of emotional trauma and suspicion about Tommy and his wife. As Sam's mental state deteriorates, he finally confesses to the truth and must face the consequences.
During an interview mission in the turbulent East Country, Song Ran, a female reporter from Liangcheng Satellite TV, came across a sudden danger. Thankfully, Li Zan, a Chinese explosive engineer who volunteered in the East Country, was able to save her. After multiple interactions, Li Zan discovered that despite appearing weak on the outside, Song Ran was brave, strong, and full of justice and kindness. The same ideals and compatible souls ignited the love between them. A sudden bombing attack ended their budding relationship, and they fell into a trough of life after returning to China and even losing contact with each other. By chance, they came across each other again, and gradually, their lives got back on track. Together, they planted the seeds of the white olive tree.
A radio journalist falls in love with a mysterious woman he interviews on a train, but soon discovers that she is involved in a terrorist plot. As he uncovers the truth, he becomes obsessed with her, leading to tragic consequences.
Prisoners of War follows three Israeli soldiers who were captured and held as prisoners of war for 17 years. They are finally released and return home to their families, but soon discover that there is more to their captivity than meets the eye. As they try to adjust to civilian life, they also embark on a mission to uncover the truth behind their imprisonment and expose a far-reaching conspiracy.
The Yellow Birds follows two young soldiers, Bartle (21) and Murph (18) stationed in Iraq. Amidst the chaos of war, Bartle struggles to keep Murph alive as they embark on a dangerous journey across the war-torn country. Meanwhile, back home in Virginia, Bartle's mother and Murph's mom form a bond while waiting for their sons to return. The film explores themes of friendship, trauma, and the devastating effects of war.
Mok Ming moves into Po Tak-yan’s old mansion. Po's mistress, the songstress Tsi Law-heung, has died in it. Her spirit haunts the mansion as she is unburied. Mok sees her ghost and notes that she resembles his late wife Kit-ching. Mok dreams that his wife has possessed Tsi's body in return. Mok asks Uncle Tak to take him to the coffin. Tsi resurrects as Kit-ching. Mok accepts that his wife has returned from death, but he is suspicious. He brings her to a nightclub, where they chance upon Po and his mistress, Chan Mei-chu. Po is suspicious. Mok explained that his wife has returned through Tsi's body. Two reporters are there and the news is reported in the papers. To resolve his suspicions, Po goes to the old mansion. He meets Mok, his “wife,” and Uncle Tak. The wife denies that she is Tsi. Po retrieves a pistol and goes to confront the woman. Mok intervenes. In the struggle, Po falls down the railing to his death, but Tsi is shot. Now it is time for her to tell Mok of her past.
A U.S. agent delivers monthly delivery to a high-grade Vietnam war veteran living alone in the woods, only to discover that the veteran is not too mentally stable…
After inheriting a house, a divorced man starts experiencing a dream-like and increasingly chaotic series of events. As he tries to uncover the mysteries of the house, he discovers a dark past involving a haunted Vietnam War veteran. With his guilty conscience and unresolved issues, he must confront the intergenerational trauma and face the consequences of his actions.
This thought-provoking documentary series examines the harrowing consequences of the Vietnam War, from the Gulf of Tonkin incident to the fall of Saigon.
During the 1970s in China, a young ballet dancer faces challenges of love, identity, and the pressures of the Cultural Revolution.
Our Miracle Years is a TV show that takes place in post-World War II Germany, focusing on the story of a family dealing with war trauma, social class differences, and the challenges of rebuilding their lives.
Flee (2021) follows the life of an Afghan refugee who escapes the horrors of war and embarks on a perilous journey to Denmark. Through animation and documentary techniques, the film explores themes of trauma, identity, and the search for home.
Noam is a 24-year-old columnist struggling to establish himself as a writer, and not lose his mind in the process. A challenging task since his father is famous not only for his great talent as a writer, but also for his outrageous borderline personality. When Noam hits rock bottom fueled by a deadly combination of drugs, he finds his own route to normality in the unlikeliest of places: the psych ward.
From May 10, 1940, France is living one of the worst tragedies of it history. In a few weeks, the country folds, and then collapsed in facing the attack of the Nazi Germany. On June 1940, each day is a tragedy. For the first time, thanks to historic revelations, and to numerous never seen before images and documents and reenacted situations of the time, this film recounts the incredible stories of those men and women trapped in the torment of this great chaos.
Eastern Boys follows the story of a businessman who encounters a young Ukrainian boy at a train station in Paris. The boy, along with his gang, takes advantage of the businessman, leading to a series of unexpected and shocking events. The movie explores themes of trust, fear, and the consequences of one's actions.
Family Susic lives everyday Bosnian story. Father Muhamed (63) is employed in a reputable company; mother Marija (60) is retired. Son Sasa (35), who spent the war in Army of Bosnia and Herzegovina, lives with his parents, while their daughter Senada (40) lives in Slovenia. Their life begins to fall apart because of father's dissatisfaction after his company is sold on the stock exchange, Sasa's negligent attitude towards work and family, Marija's breast cancer diagnose. When problems begin to line up Muhamed and Sasa realize that actually only family is important, that it is man's last oasis
Upperdog is a movie that tells the story of a group of siblings, including an adopted child and an ex-soldier, who navigate their way through a class-divided society. The plot also involves themes of war trauma, love, and family relationships. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and obstacles, including a housemaid, a journalist, and a Polish woman. The movie explores the complexities of sibling relationships and the impact of adoption on a family.