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The Woman King
Action, Drama, History
This is the story of the Agojie, an all-female warrior unit who defended the Kingdom of Dahomey in 1800s Africa with unparalleled skill and ferocity. General Nanisca trains a new generation of recruits, preparing them for war against a relentless…
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Socrates
Drama, History
Set in 4th century BC Athens, the film follows the renowned philosopher Socrates as he becomes caught in political conflicts and moral questions, eventually leading to his trial for his ideas. Drawing from historical events, this film examines the difficult…
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The Clan of the Cave Bear
Adventure, Drama
The film tells a compelling story in prehistoric times, where different groups lived in balance with nature. When natural events change their territories, Iza, a skilled healer from the "Clan of the Cave Bear," finds Ayla, a child from a…
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The Thin Red Line
Drama, History, War
"C-for-Charlie" follows a U.S. Army rifle company through the brutal battle for Guadalcanal during World War II. The film shows their transformation from a surprising first landing into a fight for survival against relentless enemy forces, emphasizing their physical and…
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Napoleon
Drama, History, War
The film explores Napoleon Bonaparte's early life and ascent to military power. It shows his developing interest in strategy and control, depicted in a carefully staged snowball fight resembling a battle. Against the backdrop of the French Revolution, the story…
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The Lion in Winter
Drama, History
This period drama explores the complicated relationship between King Henry II and his queen, set against a backdrop of political maneuvering and royal aspirations. The main conflict develops when the king and queen disagree about who will succeed them. This…
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The Madness of King George
Comedy, Drama, History
London, 1788. King George III is battling a mysterious illness that causes confusion and fits of anger. His doctors search for a cure using old methods. Queen Charlotte and Prime Minister Pitt work together to protect the country from the…
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Amistad
Drama, History, Mystery
"Amistad," a 1997 historical drama, recounts the challenging 1839 voyage of Mende captives aboard the Amistad, who were being transported to slavery in America. The narrative shifts dramatically when Cinque, one of the captives, leads a bold revolt against their…
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The Last Man on the Moon
Documentary, History
The 1960s were a pivotal era for America, marked by ambitious pursuits like NASA's space program and the historic moon landing. But astronauts like Eugene Cernan were essential to that journey. A skilled test pilot who embraced risk, he was…
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The Promised Land
Action, Drama, History
Denmark, 1755. Captain Ludvig Kahlen journeys to a harsh, seemingly barren heath with an ambitious, nearly impossible mission: to found a colony for the king, promising a royal title in return. His relentless pursuit of this goal will be met…
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The Falklands Play
"The Falklands Play" is a dramatic portrayal of the political events that led to and encompass the 1982 Falklands War. Written by Ian Curteis, a seasoned drama writer who focused on historical reconstructions for television, the play was initially commissioned…
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Dances with Wolves
Adventure, Drama, Western
During the American Civil War, John Dunbar, a soldier struggling with despair after a severe battlefield injury, is assigned to Fort Sedgwick, a remote outpost in the Western frontier. At the outpost, he finds purpose and forms a deep bond…
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Tsar
Drama, History
In 16th-century Russia, consumed by turmoil, Ivan the Terrible is convinced he's on a divine mission, foreseeing the Last Judgment. He seizes absolute power, ruthlessly eliminating all opposition. Amidst this reign of terror, Philip, a respected scholar and Ivan's trusted…
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Machine Learning: Living in the Age of AI
Machine Learning: Living in the Age of AI explores how people are currently engaging with artificial intelligence. From hobbyists to young innovators, individuals are creating technology driven by machine learning. The film examines the effects of AI on students, farmers,…
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9/11: Inside the President's War Room
Documentary, History
This film recounts the events of September 11, 2001, as experienced by President George W. Bush and his inner circle. It details the critical hours and major choices made by the President and his advisors throughout that pivotal day in…
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The Fifth Estate
Drama, Thriller
This film explores the evolving partnership between Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, and Daniel Domscheit-Berg, an early supporter who became a key collaborator. It charts how the organization’s rapid rise to prominence and global impact ultimately fractured their friendship…
6.0
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Zulu
Action, Drama, History
In 1879, during the brutal Anglo-Zulu War, two contrasting officers are tasked with defending Rorke's Drift, a remote British outpost severely outnumbered by Zulu warriors. Lieutenant Chard, a popular and inspiring leader, must collaborate with Lieutenant Bromhead, a more reserved…
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Gladiator
Action, Drama, Adventure
Following Emperor Marcus Aurelius's death, his ambitious son seizes control and undermines Maximus, a highly respected general favored by the late emperor. Ultimately, Maximus is compelled into gladiatorial combat, forced to fight for his life in public spectacles.
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Munich
Drama, Action, History
At the 1972 Munich Olympics, eleven Israeli athletes are captured and killed by the Palestinian terrorist organization Black September. In response, the Israeli government assembles a team of Mossad agents to hunt down and eliminate those who carried out the…
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The Birth of a Nation
The lives of two families, the abolitionist Stonemans from the North and the Southern Camerons, become connected. After Confederate Colonel Ben Cameron is captured, nurse Elsie Stoneman pleads for his release. In post-Civil War South Carolina, Cameron establishes the Ku…
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Ivan the Terrible, Part II: The Boyars' Plot
History, Drama
The second film in Sergei Eisenstein's epic trilogy follows Ivan the Terrible as he struggles to solidify his power in 16th-century Russia. The Czar faces growing resistance from the Russian boyars, powerful nobles who see him as a danger to…
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A.I. Revolution
Can artificial intelligence help us solve major global issues, or will it lead to our downfall? New A.I. Tools like ChatGPT can now answer complex questions, write essays, and create realistic images almost instantly. In NOVA’s “A.I. Revolution,” correspondent Miles…
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The Irishman
Crime, Drama, History
In 1956 Pennsylvania, Frank Sheeran, an Irish war veteran working as a truck driver, crosses paths with mob boss Russell Bufalino. Becoming Bufalino's trusted associate, Frank is dispatched to Chicago to assist Jimmy Hoffa, a powerful union leader with ties…
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The Last of the Mohicans
Action, History, Romance
In 17th-century colonial America, during a brutal war between the British, French, and Huron, a British Colonel's daughter is captured by Huron warriors. Her fate becomes intertwined with three resourceful Mohican trappers who launch a daring rescue mission. Navigating a…
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No Man's Land
Action, History, War
During a war, two soldiers from opposing sides find themselves trapped together in the same trench, caught between the fighting. The United Nations intervenes to rescue them, leading to a ceasefire agreement between the warring factions. The question remains: can…
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Che: Part Two
Drama, History, War
Following the Cuban Revolution, Che Guevara is a celebrated figure of influence. He then vanishes and reappears in Bolivia, where he assembles a small team of Cuban allies and Bolivian supporters to launch a larger Latin American revolution. The film…
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Che: Part One
Drama, History, War
In 1956, Argentine revolutionary Che Guevara and a group of Cuban exiles, under Fidel Castro's leadership, land in Cuba from Mexico. Within two years, they build a popular movement and an army, ultimately overthrowing the U.S.-backed dictatorship of Fulgencio Batista.
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Inside The Mind of Google
CNBC offers an inside look at Google, a leading technology company. The program explores the company's origins, addresses privacy concerns surrounding its search engine, and examines its entry into the mobile phone business. It also details Google's use of advertising…
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Cosmonauts: How Russia Won the Space Race
While the world remembers America winning the space race with Neil Armstrong's 1969 moon landing, the true pioneers were the Soviet cosmonauts. This documentary uses rare archival footage and interviews with surviving cosmonauts to reveal the fascinating and often frightening…
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Braveheart
Action, Drama, History
In a small Scottish village, the marriage of William Wallace, a passionate young man, and Murron, his childhood love, is tragically broken when English soldiers brutally murder her. Overcome with grief and rage, Wallace retaliates against those responsible. His actions…
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While at War
Drama, History, War
Salamanca, Spain, 1936. At the start of the Spanish Civil War (1936-39), writer Miguel de Unamuno backs the military rebellion, believing it will bring an end to the country's political turmoil. However, as the conflict escalates into violence, Unamuno is…
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Hiroshima
Documentary, Drama, War
This documentary details the world's first nuclear attack and its devastating consequences. Over three weeks, from the initial Trinity test to the bombing of Hiroshima, it explores the political decisions leading up to America's use of atomic weapons. Using archival…
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The Ottoman Lieutenant
Romance, Drama, War
Lillie, an ambitious American, travels to the Ottoman Empire (modern-day Turkey) to work with Dr. Jude at a secluded medical mission. Her presence creates tension with Jude and the mission's leader, Woodruff, when Lillie develops feelings for Ismail, a military…
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Valkyrie
Drama, Thriller, War
Following injury in Africa during World War II, Nazi Colonel Claus von Stauffenberg returns to Germany and joins the Resistance. He participates in a risky plot to establish a new government and assassinate Adolf Hitler. As the plan progresses, von…
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Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India
Adventure, Drama, History
It's 1893. British rule oppresses India, where Captain Russell imposes a harsh land tax on a village. Farmer Bhuvan leads the villagers in protest. Russell proposes a challenge: a cricket match. If Bhuvan and his men win against Russell’s team,…
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