Movies and TvShows featuring "year-1914" theme.
In 1902, British aristocrat Orlando (Ralph Fiennes) (Arthur), Duke of Oxford, his wife Emily (Alexandra Maria Lara), and their young son Conrad (Harris Dickinson) visit a concentration camp (led by General Kitchener and his deputy Captain Maximilian "Max" Morton) in South Africa during the Second Boer War while working for the Red Cross. Emily is mortally wounded during a Boer sniper attack on the camp. Before she dies, Emily makes Orlando promise never to let their son see war again. Twelve years later, Orlando has formed a private spy network consisting of domestic servants employed by the world's most powerful dignitaries and has recruited his own servants Shola (Djimon Hounsou) (Merlin) and Polly (Gemma Arterton) (Gallahad) into it. The network's primary objective is to protect the United Kingdom and the British Empire from the approaching Great War....
France, 1914. The destinies of four women intersect: Marguerite, a mysterious Parisian prostitute; Caroline, propelled to the head of the family factory; Agnes, Mother Superior of a requisitioned convent; and Suzanne, a feminist nurse.
Young Albert enlists to serve in World War I after his beloved horse is sold to the cavalry. Albert's hopeful journey takes him out of England and to the front lines as the war rages on. In 1912, a teenage boy named Albert Narracott witnesses the birth of a Bay Thoroughbred foal and subsequently watches with admiration the growth of the young horse, galloping through the fields at his mother's side. Albert's father Ted buys the colt at auction, despite a friend pointing out a more suitable plow horse for his farm. Ted promises to pay rent to Mr Lyons by plowing and planting a stony hillside field with turnips. Albert names the horse Joey and devotes much time to training him. However, a rainstorm destroys the turnip crop, so Ted sells Joey to the young cavalry officer Captain James Nicholls as the First World War starts. Albert tries to enlist in the army but is too young. Joey is trained for military operations and becomes attached to Topthorn, a black horse. The two horses are deployed to France with a flying column, but the Cavalry charges are hopelessly obsolete, and Nicholls and most of his fellow cavalrymen are killed. On the German side, two young brothers capture Joey and Topthorn and use them to pull an ambulance wagon. Joey and Topthorn are then put to pulling German heavy artillery, an exhausting task that kills horses quickly. By 1918, Albert has enlisted and is fighting in the Second Battle of the Somme. Joey escapes and gets entangled in barbed wire in no-man's land, where he is freed by a British and a German soldier. Albert, temporarily blinded, hears about the horse and reunites with Joey. Albert regains his eyesight as the war ends and plans to buy Joey, but Emilie's grandfather outbids him. However, Joey chooses to return to Albert, convincing the grandfather to give him back. Albert returns with Joey to his family's farm.
The Lost City of Z tells the incredible true story of British explorer Percy Fawcett, who journeys into the Amazon rainforest in search of a lost civilization. Along with his son and a small team, Fawcett faces dangerous obstacles, encounters a mysterious tribe, and discovers evidence of an ancient, advanced civilization. The film explores themes of obsession, discovery, and the courage to venture into the unknown.
During World War I, a young man arrives on a remote island to work as a lighthouse keeper. He soon discovers an amphibious creature that emerges from the sea every night. As he forms a bond with the creature, he also uncovers its dangerous and deadly nature. Together with a meteorologist, they must fend off the creature and survive the harsh conditions of the isolated island.
Tolkien follows the formative years of the renowned author J.R.R. Tolkien, as he finds inspiration for his iconic fantasy novels amidst the horrors of World War I.
The Wingless Bird is a TV mini-series set in England in 1914. It tells the story of a confectioner who falls in love amidst the class differences and the backdrop of World War One.
In a heroic journey of epic proportions, English everyman Charlie McFell (Lloyd Owen) wrestles with his demons -- including a coldhearted wife (Catherine Zeta-Jones), economic hardship, the horror of the world's first Great War and a painful secret he'd rather forget. But Charlie eventually comes out on top in this emotional, made-for-television miniseries based on Catherine Cookson's best-selling novel.
Shackleton (2002) is a gripping TV show that follows the remarkable journey of British seaman Ernest Shackleton and his crew as they face extreme conditions and navigate through icy waters in an attempt to reach the South Pole. Set in the early 20th century, the show captures the bravery, survival, and endurance of the ship's crew as they battle freezing temperatures, frostbite, and the treacherous ice floes. Based on a true story, Shackleton (2002) is a captivating exploration of human resilience in the face of unfathomable challenges.
In a small village in Germany in 1914, strange and disturbing events disrupt the lives of its residents. As the mysteries unfold, secrets, cruelty, and repression come to light, revealing the dark underbelly of the seemingly idyllic village.
Queen of the Desert is a biographical drama film based on the true story of Gertrude Bell, an Englishwoman who explored and mapped the Arabian Desert in the early 20th century. Frustrated with her privileged life in England, Gertrude embarks on a journey to the Middle East, where she becomes immersed in the culture and politics of the region. She forms deep friendships with Bedouin tribes and becomes involved in political affairs, including negotiations with the Ottoman Empire. Throughout her adventures, Gertrude navigates romantic relationships and grapples with her own identity and purpose in life.
A young woman named Vera Brittain leaves her studies at Oxford University to become a war nurse during World War I. She experiences the hardships of war, loss, and the struggle for her own independence.
The Ottoman Lieutenant follows a young woman named Lillie, who leaves the safety of her privileged world in Philadelphia to volunteer as a nurse in a remote mission hospital in Anatolia. During her journey, she falls in love with Jude, an American lieutenant in the Ottoman Imperial Army. However, their relationship is complicated by the presence of Ismail, a Turkish officer who also harbors feelings for Lillie. As World War I unfolds, the love triangle faces numerous challenges amidst the chaos and atrocities of war.
37 Days is a docudrama TV show that takes place during the 37 days leading up to World War I. It focuses on the political events and negotiations that took place between various countries and diplomats, including British, French, and German politicians. The show explores the risk-taking decisions made by diplomats and the impact they had on the outbreak of the war. It provides a detailed portrayal of the European political landscape in the early 20th century.
When French painter Pierre Bonnard met Marthe de Méligny, he didn’t know this self-proclaimed aristocrat would become the cornerstone of his life and work. From this moment, she became more than just a muse for the “painter of happiness”, appearing in more than a third of his work. Together, they reached their artistic fulfillment thanks to a colourful love, different from the standards of their time, nurturing the great mystery around their relationship. Based on a true story.
In 'Dangerous Men (2022)', Tadeusz Boy-Zelenski, Witkacy, Joseph Conrad, and Bronislaw Malinowski, four renowned Zakopane bohemians, wake up after an intense party. They suffer from hangover and amnesia, struggling to recall the events of the night. To their shock, they discover a dead man on the floor. As they try to piece together what happened, they are confronted by the gendarme at their door. The mystery deepens as they grapple with the unknown identity of the deceased and the reasons behind his death.
In 1914, as World War I rages, a cruise ship sets sail with a diverse group of passengers, including an opera singer and a grand duke. As the ship travels through surreal scenarios and musical performances, tensions rise and the passengers confront their own disillusionment and class differences. Amidst the chaos and tragedy of war, the ship becomes a microcosm of society.
Angel is a drama and romance movie set in 2007. It revolves around the story of an eccentric writer and her love and personal life struggles, including infidelity and the death of her husband.
Devil in the Flesh tells the story of a passionate and forbidden love affair between a young student and an older, married woman in post-World War I France. Their relationship is tested by societal norms and the aftermath of war.
The Babe is a biographical drama film that tells the story of legendary baseball player Babe Ruth. It explores his rise to fame and the challenges he faced, both on and off the field. From his humble beginnings in Baltimore to his triumphant years with the New York Yankees, the film delves into Ruth's personal and professional life, capturing his larger-than-life personality and the price of fame.