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The Reformer. Zwingli: A Life's Portrait

2019

The Reformer. Zwingli: A Life's Portrait

2019
6.2
Zurich in 1519: The young widow Anna Reinhart lives a barren life between fear of the church and worries about the future of her three children, when the arrival of a man in the city causes turmoil: The young priest Ulrich Zwingli takes up his new position at the Grossmünster in Zurich and sparks fierce discussions with his sermons against the grievances of the Catholic Church. Zwingli's revolutionary thoughts frighten Anna. But when she sees how Zwingli lives charity and not just preaches, she increasingly becomes fascinated by him. But Zwingli's success quickly becomes dangerous. His ideas almost trigger a civil war, and at the same time a struggle for power and interpretive sovereignty breaks out in the inner circle of the movement. When the Catholic forces begin to form internationally, the relationship between Zwingli and Anna is put to a hard test.
Dějiny třetí světové

2022

Dějiny třetí světové

2022
Breathing Fire: Secret Weapon of the Somme

2012

Breathing Fire: Secret Weapon of the Somme

2012
This film follows a team of experts as it excavates a famous WW1 battlefield in search of a top secret tunnel and a legendary 60-foot flame-thrower. Built for use during the opening day of the bloodiest clash of WW1, this weapon fired a blast of flaming oil over 100 yards long. Historian Peter Barton hopes to recover the machine and with help from British Royal Engineers, build a working replica.
Riddle of the Stone Age Giants

2019

Riddle of the Stone Age Giants

2019
7
The discovery of Gobekli Tepe 20 years ago changed our understanding of the history of humankind. Now, newly-discovered skull carvings reveal even more about how and why civilized societies developed.
Matsuchiyo - Life of a Geisha

2018

Matsuchiyo - Life of a Geisha

2018
Matsuchiyo - Life of a Geisha’ is a documentary about one of the last surviving true geisha in Japan. The story begins with Matsuchiyo’s wartime childhood. She and her mother were the only two surviving members of the family. Matsuchiyo joins an “Okiya” (a traditional geisha agency), to pay the family debts and support her ageing mother. In her adulthood, Matsuchiyo becomes one of the top geisha in the city of Atami and experiences romance, tearful farewells, being a mistress of married men, motherhood and tragic deaths. Today, in her 80’s, Matsuchiyo the geisha, is as motivated and inspiring as ever. She still delivers a mesmerising performance on stage. ‘Matsuchiyo - Life of a Geisha’ is narrated by her own son and film director, Ken Nishikawa, and it is adorned by hundreds of beautiful pictures from Japan’s bygone era. This film illustrates the trials and tribulations of the ultimate Japanese cultural enigma that is - The Life of a Geisha.
Moses

1995

Moses

1995
8
Pharaoh Ramses II decrees the death of all Hebrew children, but Moses, placed in a basket on the Nile by his mother, is picked up by a princess and raised as the brother of the heir to the throne of Egypt.
An Arctic Space Odyssey

2014

An Arctic Space Odyssey

2014
At an isolated outpost in the Arctic, the pioneering spirit of the Space Race clashes with the suspicions of the Cold War.
The Essential Church

2023

The Essential Church

2023
7.2
When governments use Covid emergency act edicts to restrict the gathering and worship of the Church, three pastors facing the risk of imprisonment, unlimited fines, and their own Churches splitting apart take a courageous stand and re-open in the face of a world that has chosen to comply.
Coward

0000

Coward

0000
Guardian or a Guard: Episode 2

1983

Guardian or a Guard: Episode 2

1983
A film showing the activities of the Mongolian Chekists in the form of an adventure. Chekists means spies.
The Old Winter

2014

The Old Winter

2014
Asa Bodine returns to inherited farmland to rebuild his life 40 years after he left it during Depression-era Kentucky. Directed by John A. Coulter.
D-Day: Normandy 1944

2014

D-Day: Normandy 1944

2014
6.9
June 6, 1944: The largest Allied operation of World War II began in Normandy, France. Yet, few know in detail exactly why and how, from the end of 1943 through August 1944, this region became the most important location in the world. Blending multiple cinematographic techniques, including animation, CGI and stunning live-action images, “D-Day: Normandy 1944” brings this monumental event to the world’s largest screens for the first time ever. Audiences of all ages, including new generations, will discover from a new perspective how this landing changed the world. Exploring history, military strategy, science, technology and human values, the film will educate and appeal to all. Narrated by Tom Brokaw, “D-Day: Normandy 1944” pays tribute to those who gave their lives for our freedom… A duty of memory, a duty of gratitude.
Wolfe or the Conquest of Quebec

1914

Wolfe or the Conquest of Quebec

1914
General Wolfe, appointed commander of the expedition against Quebec, comes to bid his mother goodbye. Before sailing, the general calls upon his sweetheart, Katherine Lowther. She presents him with a locket containing a miniature of herself. Wolfe places the jewel on a chain about his neck. Mignon Mars and her brother, Hubert, of a Canadian family, are captured by a body of men attached to the Royal Americans. Lieutenant Arleigh, the officer in charge, secures their release. Mignon loses her heart to the young officer. General Montcalm arrives at Quebec and takes command of the French forces.
The Invincible Constable

2022

The Invincible Constable

2022
Based on characters from 19th-century Chinese novel The Seven Heroes and Five Gallants. Zhan Zhao, the South Hero, was granted the title Lord Cat by Emperor Renzong. Wu Yi, known as Five Rats of the Sky Island was disappointed to hear this. Bai Yutang, the fifth brocade mouse, was extremely furious. He swore to compete with Zhan Zhao. The Fire Immortal of the East Capital is offering ceremony to show the country's peace and prosperity. The Fire Immortal Statue is granted to pray for the world. His Majesty ordered Zhan Zhao to protect it. When Bai Yutang heard about this, he attempted to steal the Fire Immortal Statue for the dignity of the Five Rats. The brothers came one after another, but they accidentally got involved into a mysterious revenge case.
Rainbow

1936

Rainbow

1936
Young-sik, a young fisherman in a fishing village, lived with his blind old man and sister. One day, when an old man is suddenly sick, he runs to the doctor, but is rejected because he has no money. Enraged, Young-sik hits the doctor, but he dies. Yeong-sik goes to prison, and his younger brother, Young-ae, becomes the wife of a certain bar. After years of release, Young-sik wanders in search of the old man and his younger brother, and eventually meets his younger brother, but the old man has already passed away. The siblings return to their hometown. Young-ae marries her Tae-sik, who has loved her for a long time, and Young-sik also vows to live steadfastly by fighting the sea.
Kosmas a paní Božetěcha

1974

Kosmas a paní Božetěcha

1974
¡Las Sandinistas!

2018

¡Las Sandinistas!

2018
7
¡Las Sandinistas! uncovers the disappearing stories of women who shattered barriers to lead combat and social reform during Nicaragua’s 1979 Sandinista Revolution, and who continue to lead Nicaragua’s current struggle for democracy and equality.
Strange Testament

1941

Strange Testament

1941
5
This MGM Passing Parade series short tells the story of Julian Poydras, whose encounter with a girl at Mardi Gras had a profound effect on his later life.
Alibaba and the Forty Thieves

1956

Alibaba and the Forty Thieves

1956
6
Alibaba's brother is killed by dacoit Abu Hussain and the body is kept in the cave. Since Alibaba too has the password, Abu visits him as a merchant with 40 barrels, each one hiding one of his men.
Rommel ruft Kairo

1959

Rommel ruft Kairo

1959
1
In 1942 the Germans devised an operation to introduce in Egypt spies to provoke a rebellion against the British.