History Movies

This historical drama, directed by Jean-Marc Vallée, delves into the early life and reign of Queen Victoria, focusing on her ascension to the throne and her romance with Prince Albert….

Set against the backdrop of 1970s Yorkshire, this gripping crime drama follows a young journalist, played by Andrew Garfield, as he delves into a series of brutal child murders. As…

Set in the grim landscape of Yorkshire, this film delves into the complex web of corruption and deceit surrounding a series of child abductions. The narrative follows a determined lawyer,…

Set against the backdrop of a series of brutal murders in Yorkshire, this gripping crime drama follows Peter Hunter, a determined and morally conflicted police officer, as he delves into…

True story of Mary Griffith, gay rights crusader, whose teenage son committed suicide due to her religious intolerance. Based on the book of the same title by Leroy Aarons.

In this gripping continuation of the biographical saga, the film delves into the later years of revolutionary leader Ernesto “Che” Guevara, focusing on his ill-fated campaign in Bolivia. Benicio Del…

Set against the backdrop of a tragic real-life event, this film delves into the harrowing experience of a school shooting at a Canadian engineering school in 1989. The narrative unfolds…

Set against the backdrop of apartheid-era South Africa, this gripping political thriller delves into the secret negotiations that led to the end of apartheid. Directed by Pete Travis, the film…

NOTORIOUS is the story of Christopher Wallace. Through raw talent and sheer determination, Wallace transforms himself from Brooklyn street hustler (once selling crack to pregnant women) to one of the…

In this epic historical drama, the story continues as rival warlords and their armies clash in a battle for supremacy during the tumultuous Three Kingdoms period in ancient China. The…

Set during World War II, this film follows the true story of the Bielski brothers, who escape Nazi-occupied Poland and lead a group of Jewish refugees into the dense forests…

Set during the Goryeo Dynasty, this historical drama explores the complex relationships within a royal court, focusing on a king, his queen, and his loyal bodyguard. The film delves into…

Set during World War II, this historical thriller follows the daring and complex plot by German officers to assassinate Adolf Hitler and overthrow the Nazi regime. The film stars Tom…

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this film chronicles the daring exploits of a Norwegian resistance fighter as he battles against Nazi occupation. The narrative delves into the…

A semi-biographical account of Yip Man, the first martial arts master to teach the Chinese martial art of Wing Chun. The film focuses on events surrounding Ip that took place in the city of Foshan between the 1930s to 1940s during the Second Sino-Japanese War. Directed by Wilson Yip, the film stars Donnie Yen in the lead role, and features fight choreography by Sammo Hung.

Set in the vibrant music scene of 1950s Chicago, this film chronicles the rise and fall of the influential Chess Records, capturing the turbulent lives of its legendary artists. The…

The story of California’s first openly gay elected official, Harvey Milk, who became an outspoken agent for change, seeking equal rights and opportunities for all. His great love for the city and its people brought him backing from young and old, straight and gay, alike – at a time when prejudice and violence against gays was openly accepted as the norm.

Set in 1942 Tunisia during the German occupation, this film explores the friendship between two teenage girls, Nour and Myriam, who come from different cultural backgrounds—one Muslim and the other…

Set during the harsh winter of World War II, this film follows a young Dutch boy named Michiel as he navigates the complexities of war and resistance in Nazi-occupied Netherlands….

Set against the harrowing backdrop of post-World War II Berlin, this 2008 film directed by Max Färberböck explores the struggles and resilience of a woman navigating the chaos and devastation…

Set against the backdrop of 1936 Germany, this gripping drama follows two ambitious climbers, Toni Kurz and Andreas Hinterstoisser, as they attempt to conquer the treacherous north face of the…

Set against the backdrop of World War I, this film follows the journey of a Canadian soldier, Michael Dunne, played by Paul Gross, who also directed the movie. The narrative…

For three years after being forced from office, Nixon remained silent. But in summer 1977, the steely, cunning former commander-in-chief agreed to sit for one all-inclusive interview to confront the questions of his time in office and the Watergate scandal that ended his presidency. Nixon surprised everyone in selecting Frost as his televised confessor, intending to easily outfox the breezy British showman and secure a place in the hearts and minds of Americans. Likewise, Frost’s team harboured doubts about their boss’s ability to hold his own. But as the cameras rolled, a charged battle of wits resulted.

Set in the vibrant cultural landscape of 1920s Spain, this film explores the complex relationships between three iconic figures: Salvador Dalí, Federico García Lorca, and Luis Buñuel. As they navigate…

Three soldiers, played by Tim Robbins, Rachel McAdams, and Michael Peña, return home from the Iraq War and embark on a road trip across America. As they journey together, they…

Set in the early 20th century, this film follows the life of Maria Larsson, a working-class woman who unexpectedly wins a camera in a lottery. As she navigates the challenges…

Set in the opulent world of 18th-century British aristocracy, this film follows the life of Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire, portrayed by Keira Knightley. The narrative delves into her tumultuous…

The Argentine, begins as Che and a band of Cuban exiles (led by Fidel Castro) reach the Cuban shore from Mexico in 1956. Within two years, they mobilized popular support and an army and toppled the U.S.-friendly regime of dictator Fulgencio Batista.

“Superpower” explores how the United States has utilized its influence to achieve global dominance by maintaining unmatched economic and military strength, alongside employing governmental deceit.

Set against the tumultuous backdrop of 1970s Germany, this gripping drama delves into the rise and fall of the Red Army Faction, a radical left-wing terrorist group. The film meticulously…

In 1991, amidst the urban landscape of Oakland, California, Charles Cosby, a cocaine dealer, experiences a life-altering moment after sending a fan letter to Griselda Blanco, the infamous “Cocaine Godmother,”…

In 208 A.D., in the final days of the Han Dynasty, shrewd Prime Minster Cao convinced the fickle Emperor Han the only way to unite all of China was to declare war on the kingdoms of Xu in the west and East Wu in the south. Thus began a military campaign of unprecedented scale. Left with no other hope for survival, the kingdoms of Xu and East Wu formed an unlikely alliance.

In this gripping political drama directed by Jay Roach, the film delves into the chaotic aftermath of the 2000 U.S. presidential election, focusing on the contentious Florida recount. The narrative…

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this film explores the complex relationships between two women, Vera Phillips and Caitlin Macnamara, and the charismatic poet Dylan Thomas. Starring Keira…

The story of Bobby Sands, the IRA member who led the 1981 hunger strike in which Republican prisoners tried to win political status. It dramatises events in the Maze prison in the six weeks prior to Sands’ death.

When his family moves from their home in Berlin to a strange new house in Poland, young Bruno befriends Shmuel, a boy who lives on the other side of the fence where everyone seems to be wearing striped pajamas. Unaware of Shmuel’s fate as a Jewish prisoner or the role his own Nazi father plays in his imprisonment, Bruno embarks on a dangerous journey inside the camp’s walls.

Set against the backdrop of the legendary Three Kingdoms period in ancient China, this film follows the rise of Zhao Zilong, a common man who becomes a celebrated general. The…

Set against the backdrop of World War I, this film chronicles the life of the legendary German fighter pilot Manfred von Richthofen, known as the “Red Baron.” The narrative delves…

In this 2008 film directed by Robert Luketic, a brilliant MIT student, played by Jim Sturgess, is drawn into the high-stakes world of card counting. Under the guidance of a…

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this gripping Danish film delves into the lives of two resistance fighters, Flame and Citron, who are part of the Holger Danske…

This engaging documentary delves into the untold story of a group of session musicians who played a crucial role in shaping the sound of 1960s pop music. Known as the…

Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous Tudor court, this historical drama delves into the lives of two sisters, Mary and Anne Boleyn, as they vie for the affection of…

Set in ancient China, this historical action drama follows the story of a young princess who must navigate the treacherous path to becoming a warrior empress after the death of…

May 1944, a group of French servicewomen and resistance fighters are enlisted into the British Special Operations Executive commando group under the command of Louise Desfontaines and her brother Pierre….

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this gripping drama follows a group of courageous French women who are recruited by the British Special Operations Executive to undertake a…

During the Battle of Sarikamis, the Ottoman forces find themselves without ammunition and turn to the residents of Van for assistance, as they possess the necessary supplies. However, with the…

A student embarks on an unusual journey through the Italian Alps, motivated by a professor’s lecture on Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy” from his Ninth Symphony.

“The Soviet Story” explores the narrative of a World War II ally that collaborated with the Nazis in their persecution of Jews and committed mass atrocities against its own citizens….