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The film reconstructs the biography of Count Nikolai Nikolaevich Raevsky, who died in Serbia in a battle with the Turks on August 20, 1876. His participation more
The film reconstructs the biography of Count Nikolai Nikolaevich Raevsky, who died in Serbia in a battle with the Turks on August 20, 1876. His participation in the fighting and heroic death are shown in the broad historical context of the Russian volunteer movement on the eve of the Great War. In addition, the film will be a detailed historical investigation of the version that it was Count Raevsky who served L.N. Tolstoy as the prototype of the image of Vronsky in the novel Anna Karenina. close
The picture is about the anti-Hitler coalition of the USSR, England and America, which developed as a counterweight to the aggressive policy of Nazi Germany more
The picture is about the anti-Hitler coalition of the USSR, England and America, which developed as a counterweight to the aggressive policy of Nazi Germany during the Second World War. The unique newsreel footage of these years, shot by operators of different warring countries, is connected with today's thoughts of the author about the fate of the post-war world, about the humanitarian losses of both sides and about gaining unstable hopes for the unity of the world in countering evil. close
Dollan Cannell's documentary on the hundreds of alleged plots to assassinate Fidel Castro, and a look at the evolution of Cuban politics. If the title more
Dollan Cannell's documentary on the hundreds of alleged plots to assassinate Fidel Castro, and a look at the evolution of Cuban politics. If the title of this extraordinary film sounds ludicrous, don't be fooled. This film looks at the incredible story of the 638 alleged plots by the CIA and Cuban exiles to kill the Cuban leader Fidel Castro. close
The first Russian revolution of 1905-1907 significantly influenced the socio-political life in Russia. It accelerated the creation of the first Russian more
The first Russian revolution of 1905-1907 significantly influenced the socio-political life in Russia. It accelerated the creation of the first Russian parliament and the issuance of constitutional documents, and facilitated the legalization of most parties. Democratic freedoms were introduced in the country, the condition of the workers improved, and agrarian reform became possible for the peasantry. Bourgeois relations are gaining strength, the bourgeoisie is getting the way to power. P. A. Stolypin began to implement agrarian reforms, outlining the right of private ownership of land for peasants, encouraging cooperatives and resettlement practices.
Documentary and educational film “Russia of the XX century”. Issue 5 is part of a series of films designed to help history students. close
The Weight of Chains is a Canadian documentary film that takes a critical look at the role that the US, NATO and the EU played in the tragic breakup of more
The Weight of Chains is a Canadian documentary film that takes a critical look at the role that the US, NATO and the EU played in the tragic breakup of a once peaceful and prosperous European state - Yugoslavia. The film, bursting with rare stock footage never before seen by Western audiences, is a creative first-hand look at why the West intervened in the Yugoslav conflict, with an impressive roster of interviews with academics, diplomats, media personalities and ordinary citizens of the former Yugoslav republics. This film also presents positive stories from the Yugoslav wars - people helping each other regardless of their ethnic background, stories of bravery and self-sacrifice. close
Since the mid-20th century, the world has only ever heard one side of an incredible story. The story of a boy from an ordinary family whose ambition was more
Since the mid-20th century, the world has only ever heard one side of an incredible story. The story of a boy from an ordinary family whose ambition was to become an artist, but who instead became a drifter. His destiny, however, was not to drift, but to rise to the greatest heights of power, eventually becoming one of the most influential men who ever lived. Now for the first time, here is a documented account of a story many believe to be The Greatest Story NEVER Told! This ground-breaking documentary chronicles the rise of Germany from defeat in World War I, to communist attempts to take over Germany, hyperinflation during the Weimar Republic, widespread unemployment and misery, and Adolf Hitler’s rise to power. It also reveals the personal side of Adolf Hitler: who he was, his family background, his artwork and struggles in Vienna, and what motivated him to come to power. close
Seventy years ago, Japanese soldiers captured the Chinese city of Nanjing, beheading thousands of prisoners and raping all women. This world history has never known.
Seventy years ago, Japanese soldiers captured the Chinese city of Nanjing, beheading thousands of prisoners and raping all women. This world history has never known. close
Going beyond the occasional news clip from Burma, the acclaimed filmmaker, Anders Østergaard, brings us close to the video journalists who deliver the more
Going beyond the occasional news clip from Burma, the acclaimed filmmaker, Anders Østergaard, brings us close to the video journalists who deliver the footage. Though risking torture and life in jail, courageous young citizens of Burma live the essence of journalism as they insist on keeping up the flow of news from their closed country. close
The history of attempts on the Fuehrer includes more than 50 cases. But all attempts failed. Can such facts be considered an accident? Or is it the providence more
The history of attempts on the Fuehrer includes more than 50 cases. But all attempts failed. Can such facts be considered an accident? Or is it the providence in which the most important fascist criminal believed? After all, Hitler held in his hands the historical “spear of fate”, according to legend, bringing unprecedented luck. close
Since the late 18th century American legal decision that the business corporation organizational model is legally a person, it has become a dominant economic, more
Since the late 18th century American legal decision that the business corporation organizational model is legally a person, it has become a dominant economic, political and social force around the globe. This film takes an in-depth psychological examination of the organization model through various case studies. What the study illustrates is that in the its behaviour, this type of "person" typically acts like a dangerously destructive psychopath without conscience. Furthermore, we see the profound threat this psychopath has for our world and our future, but also how the people with courage, intelligence and determination can do to stop it. close
The Square looks at the hard realities faced day-to-day by people working to build Egypt’s new democracy. Cairo’s Tahrir Square is the heart and soul more
The Square looks at the hard realities faced day-to-day by people working to build Egypt’s new democracy. Cairo’s Tahrir Square is the heart and soul of the film, which follows several young activists. Armed with values, determination, music, humor, an abundance of social media, and sheer obstinacy, they know that the thorny path to democracy only began with Hosni Mubarak’s fall. The life-and-death struggle between the people and the power of the state is still playing out. close
10,000 B.C. was a time of cataclysmic change on Earth. Extreme climactic fluctuations hurled the planet into a minor ice age; megafauna like the saber-toothed more
10,000 B.C. was a time of cataclysmic change on Earth. Extreme climactic fluctuations hurled the planet into a minor ice age; megafauna like the saber-toothed tiger and woolly mammoth were suddenly becoming extinct; and early humans began to inhabit North America. Cold and hungry, their fragile communities undertook perilous hunting expeditions. The slaughter of a single mammoth, weighing nearly ten tons, could be the difference between survival and death. Journey to 10,000 BC. brings this unique and thrilling period to life, and investigates the geologic and climate changes that scientists are just beginning to understand. In a major forensic investigation, History visits early human archaeological sites to uncover fossilized bones, ancient dwellings, and stone weapons, and uses state-of-the-art CGI to recreate the treacherous mammoth hunts and the devastating impact of a comet colliding with Earth. close
This film speaks of archaic peoples, their customs and mores, in an attempt to make the last snapshots of their traditional lifestyles before they are gone for good.
This film speaks of archaic peoples, their customs and mores, in an attempt to make the last snapshots of their traditional lifestyles before they are gone for good. close
Detective “The meeting place cannot be changed” has long and firmly won a place among the most beloved paintings of the domestic audience. Documentary more
Detective “The meeting place cannot be changed” has long and firmly won a place among the most beloved paintings of the domestic audience. Documentary film "Modern History". Meeting place. 20 years later, published in the series “Newest Story”, tells both the history of the creation of the film itself and the time that is discussed in the film.
Leonid Parfenov will talk about what happened behind the scenes during the filming of the film, and will also talk about the MOUR itself, thieves in law, flea markets and chic restaurants - about everything that at one time inspired the Weiner brothers to create their novel "Era of Mercy", which is the basis of the famous film. close
The morning of September 11, 2001 is shown through multiple video cameras in and around New York City, from the moment the first WTC tower is hit until after both towers collapse.
The morning of September 11, 2001 is shown through multiple video cameras in and around New York City, from the moment the first WTC tower is hit until after both towers collapse. close
A deceptively simple set-up: the director and his father watch a 1988 football match which the father refereed, their commentary accompanying the original more
A deceptively simple set-up: the director and his father watch a 1988 football match which the father refereed, their commentary accompanying the original television images in real time. A Bucharest derby between the country’s leading teams, Dinamo and Steaua, taking place in heavy snow, one year before the revolution that toppled Ceaușescu. close
In 1937 the Nazi regime held two exhibitions in Munich: one to stigmatize “Degenerate Art” (which they systematically looted and destroyed) and one, personally more
In 1937 the Nazi regime held two exhibitions in Munich: one to stigmatize “Degenerate Art” (which they systematically looted and destroyed) and one, personally curated by Hitler, to glorify “Classic Art”. This immersive new documentary reveals the Nazi’s complicated relationship with classical and modern art, displaying an incredible number of masterpieces by Botticelli, Klee, Matisse, Monet, Chagall, Renoir and Gauguin amongst others, intertwined with human stories from the most infamous period of the twentieth century. A state-of-the-art detective story exploring the Nazis’ obsession with creative expression, Hitler versus Picasso combines history, art and human drama for an unforgettable cinema experience. close
A disturbing collection of 1940s and 1950s United States government-issued propaganda films designed to reassure Americans that the atomic bomb was not a threat to their safety.
A disturbing collection of 1940s and 1950s United States government-issued propaganda films designed to reassure Americans that the atomic bomb was not a threat to their safety. close
200 years before Christ, Rome became the new superpower of the ancient world. The ambitious empire believes it is invincible, but the challenge to the more
200 years before Christ, Rome became the new superpower of the ancient world. The ambitious empire believes it is invincible, but the challenge to the Romans is one person who can change the situation. Hannibal Barca is a mythical man, a legendary commander whose military talent and excellent organizational abilities were so strong that they almost put an end to the greatness of Rome.
The film Edward Bazalgetti "BBC: Hannibal" (Hannibal) addresses the identity of this man, trying to separate the truth from fiction. The picture recreates scenes of the famous campaigns of Hannibal, crossing the Rhone river, crossing the battle elephants through the Alps, invasion of Italy, battle with one of the most powerful armies of that time – the Roman. The dizzying successes of Hannibal are inscribed in the book of military achievements of world history. close
The Nuremberg trial of the leaders of Hitler’s Germany was not only an act of just retribution. Here were born the norms of international law aimed at more
The Nuremberg trial of the leaders of Hitler’s Germany was not only an act of just retribution. Here were born the norms of international law aimed at preserving peace and security. But half a century later, the balance of forces has changed. Now the winners of the Cold War dictated their laws to the world. The bombing of Yugoslavia, the change of regimes in Libya and Iraq, so the right of the strong manifested itself. The film tells about the crisis of international justice, the double standards in the relationship to our own and others. close
What does it mean to lead men in war? What does it mean to come home? Hell and Back Again is a cinematically revolutionary film that asks and answers more
What does it mean to lead men in war? What does it mean to come home? Hell and Back Again is a cinematically revolutionary film that asks and answers these questions with a power and intimacy no previous film about the conflict in Afghanistan has been able to achieve. It is a masterpiece in the cinema of war. close
When Harvard PhD student Jennifer Brea is struck down at 28 by a fever that leaves her bedridden, doctors tell her it’s "all in her head." Determined more
When Harvard PhD student Jennifer Brea is struck down at 28 by a fever that leaves her bedridden, doctors tell her it’s "all in her head." Determined to live, she sets out on a virtual journey to document her story—and four other families' stories—fighting a disease medicine forgot. close
In 1971, a group of friends sail into a nuclear test zone, and their protest captures the world's imagination. Using never before seen archive that brings more
In 1971, a group of friends sail into a nuclear test zone, and their protest captures the world's imagination. Using never before seen archive that brings their extraordinary world to life, How To Change The World is the story of the pioneers who founded Greenpeace and defined the modern green movement. close
Through interviews with both victims and instigators, Nanfu Wang, a first-time mother, breaks open decades of silence on a vast, unprecedented social more
Through interviews with both victims and instigators, Nanfu Wang, a first-time mother, breaks open decades of silence on a vast, unprecedented social experiment that shaped — and destroyed — countless lives in China. close
Their family name alone evokes horror: Himmler, Frank, Goering, Hoess. This film looks at the descendants of the most powerful figures in the Nazi regime: more
Their family name alone evokes horror: Himmler, Frank, Goering, Hoess. This film looks at the descendants of the most powerful figures in the Nazi regime: men and women who were left a legacy that indelibly associates them with one of the greatest abominations in history. What is it like to have grown up with a name that immediately raises images of genocide? How do they live with the weight of their ancestors' crimes? Is it possible to move on from the crimes of their ancestors? close
Filmed over 3 years in Homs, accompanying 2 outstanding young men from the time they were only dreaming of freedom to the time when they are forced to more
Filmed over 3 years in Homs, accompanying 2 outstanding young men from the time they were only dreaming of freedom to the time when they are forced to change course. Basset, the 19yo national football team goalkeeper, who became an outspoken demonstration leader in the city, then an icon revolution singer, till he becomes a fighter... a militia leader. Ossama, his 24yo friend, renowned citizen journalist, cynical pacifist... as his views are forced to change, until he is detained by army secret service. It is the story of a city, of which the world have heard a lot, but never really got closer than news, never really had the chance to experience how a war erupted. a modern times epic of youth in war time. close
“Fights: True story. Tehran 43 is a documentary and feature film from the series “Dutch”, dedicated to the activities of domestic intelligence officers. more
“Fights: True story. Tehran 43 is a documentary and feature film from the series “Dutch”, dedicated to the activities of domestic intelligence officers.
Heroes of the third film in this series, "Dutch: A True Story". Tehran 43", became spouses George and Gohar Vartanyan. These truly legendary Soviet intelligence officers did not fail in their decades of activity. Mainly because of their merits in 1943, the Nazis failed to assassinate the leaders of the anti-Hitler coalition who had gathered in Tehran to discuss the opening of a second front. close
Filmmaker Marshall Curry explores the inner workings of the Earth Liberation Front, a revolutionary movement devoted to crippling facilities involved more
Filmmaker Marshall Curry explores the inner workings of the Earth Liberation Front, a revolutionary movement devoted to crippling facilities involved in deforestation, while simultaneously offering a profile of Oregon ELF member Daniel McGowan, who was brought up on terrorism charges for his involvement with the radical group. close
Daniel Anker’s 90-minute documentary takes on over 60 years of a very complex subject: Hollywood’s complicated, often contradictory relationship with more
Daniel Anker’s 90-minute documentary takes on over 60 years of a very complex subject: Hollywood’s complicated, often contradictory relationship with Nazi Germany and the Holocaust. The questions it raises go right the very nature of how film functions in our culture, and while hardly exhaustive, Anker’s film makes for a good, thought provoking starting point. close
The enthralling, against-all-odds story that transfixed the world in 2018: the daring rescue of twelve boys and their coach from deep inside a flooded cave in Northern Thailand.
The enthralling, against-all-odds story that transfixed the world in 2018: the daring rescue of twelve boys and their coach from deep inside a flooded cave in Northern Thailand. close
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