History Movies

Set against the hauntingly beautiful Yorkshire moors, this 1992 adaptation directed by Peter Kosminsky brings Emily Brontë’s classic tale of passion and revenge to life. The film stars Ralph Fiennes…

Set against the hauntingly beautiful Yorkshire moors, this 1992 adaptation directed by Peter Kosminsky brings Emily Brontë’s classic tale of passion and revenge to life. The film stars Ralph Fiennes…

Directed by Ridley Scott, this historical drama chronicles the journey of Christopher Columbus, played by Gérard Depardieu, as he embarks on his ambitious voyage to discover a new route to…

Set during the French and Indian War, this 1992 film follows the story of Hawkeye, a white man adopted by the Mohican tribe, as he navigates the complexities of love,…

Set during the French and Indian War, this 1992 film follows the story of Hawkeye, a white man adopted by the Mohican tribe, as he navigates the complexities of love,…

This documentary delves into the art and craft of cinematography, exploring the evolution of visual storytelling in film. Featuring interviews with renowned cinematographers and directors, it highlights the techniques and…

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this film follows a small squad of American soldiers who encounter a group of German soldiers in the Ardennes forest. The story…

Set in 1899 New York City, this musical drama follows a group of young newspaper sellers who band together to strike against their powerful employers. Directed by Kenny Ortega, the…

Directed by Oliver Stone, this gripping political thriller delves into the controversial investigation of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination. The film follows New Orleans District Attorney Jim Garrison, played by…

Set in the 17th century, this historical drama follows a young Jesuit priest as he embarks on a perilous journey through the Canadian wilderness to convert a remote Huron tribe…

Directed by Derek Jarman, this 1991 film adaptation of Christopher Marlowe’s play delves into the tumultuous reign of a British monarch and his controversial relationship with his favorite, Piers Gaveston….

Directed by Oliver Stone, this biographical drama delves into the tumultuous life of Jim Morrison, the enigmatic lead singer of the iconic rock band The Doors. Val Kilmer delivers a…

Directed by Franco Zeffirelli, this 1990 adaptation of a classic Shakespearean tragedy stars Mel Gibson as the tormented Prince of Denmark. The film delves into themes of revenge, madness, and…

Directed by Franco Zeffirelli, this 1990 adaptation of a classic Shakespearean tragedy stars Mel Gibson as the tormented Prince of Denmark. The film delves into themes of revenge, madness, and…

Set against the harrowing backdrop of the 1939-1940 conflict between Finland and the Soviet Union, this film meticulously portrays the resilience and determination of Finnish soldiers as they defend their…

Set during the American Civil War, this film follows the journey of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, one of the first African-American units in the Union Army. Directed by Edward…

Al Reinert’s 1989 documentary offers a mesmerizing look at the Apollo space missions, blending archival NASA footage with astronaut interviews to create an immersive experience of humanity’s journey to the…

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this film delves into the intense and morally complex development of the atomic bomb. Directed by Roland Joffé, it features standout performances…

Kenneth Branagh’s adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic play follows the young King Henry V as he embarks on a campaign to claim the French throne, culminating in the historic Battle of…

Kenneth Branagh’s adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic play follows the young King Henry V as he embarks on a campaign to claim the French throne, culminating in the historic Battle of…

This 1989 documentary, directed by Michael Moore, explores the economic impact of General Motors closing its factories in Flint, Michigan, leading to massive unemployment and social decline. The film follows…

Directed by Brian De Palma, this 1989 war drama stars Michael J. Fox and Sean Penn in a harrowing tale set during the Vietnam War. The film explores the moral…

Directed by Jim McBride, this biographical drama chronicles the tumultuous life and career of rock ‘n’ roll legend Jerry Lee Lewis. Starring Dennis Quaid as Lewis and Winona Ryder as…

Set against the harrowing backdrop of World War II, this film tells the true story of Salamo Arouch, a Jewish Greek boxer who is imprisoned in Auschwitz. Forced to fight…

Set against the harrowing backdrop of World War II, this film tells the true story of Salamo Arouch, a Jewish Greek boxer who is imprisoned in Auschwitz. Forced to fight…

Set in the racially charged atmosphere of 1964 Mississippi, this gripping drama follows two FBI agents, played by Gene Hackman and Willem Dafoe, as they investigate the disappearance of three…

In this 1988 biographical drama, Sigourney Weaver stars as Dian Fossey, a passionate and determined primatologist who dedicates her life to studying and protecting mountain gorillas in Rwanda. Directed by…

Set against the backdrop of the 1919 World Series, this film delves into the infamous Black Sox Scandal, where eight Chicago White Sox players conspired to throw the series in…

Set in the 12th century, this historical drama directed by Clive Donner explores the passionate and forbidden love affair between the philosopher Peter Abelard and his student, Heloise. The film…

Set against the backdrop of political turmoil in 1980s Poland, this gripping drama follows the intense conflict between a charismatic priest, played by Christopher Lambert, and a ruthless government official,…

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this Steven Spielberg-directed film follows the harrowing journey of a young British boy, played by a young Christian Bale, who is separated…

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this Steven Spielberg-directed film follows the harrowing journey of a young British boy, played by a young Christian Bale, who is separated…

Set in the politically turbulent Nicaragua of the 1850s, this film follows the story of an American mercenary who becomes embroiled in the country’s civil war. Directed by Alex Cox,…

Directed by Richard Attenborough, this 1987 film delves into the harrowing realities of apartheid in South Africa through the lens of a friendship between a black activist and a white…

Directed by Bernardo Bertolucci, this biographical drama chronicles the life of Puyi, the last Emperor of China, from his ascension to the throne as a child to his eventual imprisonment…

Set during the Prohibition era, this gripping crime drama follows the determined efforts of federal agent Eliot Ness, played by Kevin Costner, as he assembles a small, elite team to…

Set during World War II, this gripping historical drama directed by Jack Gold chronicles the harrowing true story of a mass escape from a Nazi extermination camp. The film stars…

Set in the aftermath of World War I, this poignant drama follows two emotionally scarred veterans who find solace and healing in a small Yorkshire village. As they work to…

Set in the rugged countryside of Northern China, this 1987 film directed by Yimou Zhang tells the story of a young woman who is married off to a much older,…

Set in the 18th century, this film follows the story of a Spanish Jesuit priest who endeavors to protect a remote South American tribe from Portuguese slave traders. The narrative…

Set in the 18th century, this film follows the story of a Spanish Jesuit priest who endeavors to protect a remote South American tribe from Portuguese slave traders. The narrative…

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this gripping drama directed by Philippe Mora delves into the chilling true story of an American soldier who becomes embroiled in a…

Directed by Oliver Stone, this gripping drama follows the journey of a disillusioned American journalist, played by James Woods, who travels to El Salvador during the civil war in the…

Set in the turbulent period of 16th-century England, this historical drama directed by Trevor Nunn chronicles the brief and tragic reign of Lady Jane Grey. Helena Bonham Carter stars as…

Set against the backdrop of the American Revolutionary War, this film follows the harrowing journey of a fur trapper, played by Al Pacino, who becomes reluctantly involved in the fight…

Set against the stunning backdrop of colonial Kenya, this 1985 film directed by Sydney Pollack tells the story of a Danish baroness and plantation owner, played by Meryl Streep, who…

Directed by Steven Spielberg, this 1985 film adaptation of Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel follows the life of Celie, an African American woman in the early 20th century American South,…

Set in 19th-century Edinburgh, this chilling tale follows a morally ambiguous doctor who becomes entangled with two grave robbers supplying him with cadavers for his medical research. Directed by Freddie…