What is the best movie to watch in a (9th grade) world history class?
ok so in class, we fifteen year olds are going to watch a movie relating to history just for random end-of-the-year movie watching. they can only have like one or no sex scenes, and it can't be like those Alexander, Troy, or those ancient medieval times movies. here's a list of some good movies i want to suggest: (for sure being suggested): -the pianist -pearl harbor -antoinette (maybe [i really don't want to suggest this]): -saving private ryan -kingdom of heaven -apocalypse now -full metal jacket -braveheart -elizabeth which one(s) (top three) would you suggest? and if not these, other good/interesting history-related movies? (i couldn't think of a lot XD) thanx, and the best answer gets TEN POINTS!!!! <3
What movies could I watch to review AP US history topics?
1776 is a great musical about the Declaration of Independence. But it also has much of the actual debate that took place during the Continental Congress. William Daniels plays Adams, Ken Howard is Jefferson. http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0068156/ John Adams, starring Paul Giamatti, which was on HBO last year, is a very good review of early US history http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0472027/ There are many films about the Civil War. Glory, about the Massachusetts 54th, is very specific, but excellent. Great performances by Denzel Washington and Morgan Freeman. http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0097441/ Roots is one of the best mini-series ever done. Brilliant work all around by the cast, reviews slavery 1750 to 1865. http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0075572/ To cover US history 1950 to 1980, Forrest Gump is actually lots of fun. Tom Hanks is great, and the soundtrack rocks. http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0109830/ To find more, just go out the Internet Movie Database. Under their search site, go to Word Search under Keywords, and just type what you're looking for. http://www.imdb.com/search
What are some good movies to watch to know more about history, especially on civil wars, great leaders, and world history in general?
Movies aren’t the best tools to learn about history, especially good movies, because good movies usually reflect the views and attitudes of those who made them, hence they are biased.But I guess you can learn from some of them. These include:Thirteen Days - Cuban Missile CrisisBattle of Algiers - the 1950s Algeria/France conflict12 Years A Slave and Birth Of A Nation (the 2015 version) - slavery in the American southNo End in Sight (documentary) - the war in IraqSpotlight - the investigation of the Catholic Church child molestation coverupAll The Presidents Men - the investigation that uncovered WatergateThe Pacific (miniseries) - WWII’s Pacific theaterNight and Fog (documentary) - the HolocaustHotel Rwanda - the Rwanda genocideThe Right Stuff - breaking the sound barrier and the early Apollo missionsLincoln - the passage of the 14th amendmentGandhi - how Gandhi led India’s independence from EnglandBloody Sunday - 1972 Irish civil rights march massacreJudgement at Nuremberg - Nuremberg TrialsSelma - US civil rights movement in Selma, Alabama
What are the must watch movies to see before you die?
This order need not necessarily be the exact top 50 but it can alter depend on one’s interest, I’m a guy who’s interested much in non-fiction, thrillers, action, rom-coms than horrors,nevertheless there are exceptions. Here’s my list.Titanic: This is an epic movie, one can’t stop to admire this movie when watched.Pursuit of Happyness: This movie is really awesome, no wonder if it is mentioned in almost every answer in Quora pertaining to movies list.Inception: This movie is really awesome. One can’t afford to miss watching this movie, provided an opportunity.Shawshank Redemption:Good Will HuntingInterstellar: This movie explores the unexplored parts of the space by most of the common audience like me(No offence to Scientists and Professors). I honestly got to admit that I’ve learnt a lot before going to this movie-of course they’re clearly explained in the movie- after watching the movie too. This movie is a visual treat which is enhanced by the sublime music given by legendary Hans Zimmer.The Prestige:The MartianMoney BallA Beautiful MindGladiatorRainmanPirates of the Caribbean SeriesForrest GumpFight ClubInvictusBlood Diamond: This movie is really touching, at one point of time, tears roll out. Leonardo Dicaprio’s performance with the African accent in this movie is really awesome.Besides the background score of this movie elevates this movie.Dark KnightBatman Begins:Dark Knight RisesBrave Heart12 Angry Men: This movie is a must watch movie.300Man on FireTaking of Pelhap 123Few Good MenIndependence DayThe Imitation GameSaving Mr.BanksThe Curious Case of Benjamin ButtonA walk to rememberP.S. I Love YouThe NotebookThe VowThe Holiday: Hans Zimmer ’s awesome music actually haunts you to watch this movie again and again.AtonementCinderella ManMillion Dollar BabyAmerican SniperWarriorSpy GameBourne IdentityBourne SupremacyBourne Ultimatum: This is the best of the series.Lord of the Rings TrilogyDie Hard Series (particularly Die Hard 4.0 Live Free or Die Hard)Mission Impossible SeriesThe IllusionistJobsNow You See MeVantage PointP.S: There are plenty of good movies I might have missed, you’re welcome to express your views.Edit 1: Thanks Yash Pranjale for suggesting Lord of the Rings.V for VendettaArrival: This movie must be among the top 50 movies.
Great historical war movies (like gladiator and 300)?
Tora, Tora, Tora The Longest Day Gladiator Midway Fat Man & Little Boy Lawrence of Arabia A Bridge To Far Anzio Gods & Generals The Patriot Glory Das Boat Battle of the Bulge The Beast Troy Alaxander We Were Soldiers The Alamo The Menphis Bell Hiroshima
Is it necessary to watch all the Marvel movies before watching Avengers: Infinity War?
No, I think all the MCU movies were designed with new audiences who haven't seen any previous movies in mind.Having said that, you will probably appreciate the movie more if you have seen the previous movies (as there are dozens of “key” characters). Think of it like a TV series, you can enjoy just watching the Finale episode, but it is better to see the episodes leading up to it. Since watching 18 movies might be impractical here are my picks for the most essential movies leading up to Infinity War (as per the trailer) in my suggested watching order:The Avengers - Introduces key characters and the first Infinity StoneGuardians of the Galaxy - Introduces key characters, another Infinity Stone and explains the Infinity StonesAvengers: Age of Ultron - Introduces key characters, another Infinity Stone and sets up Civil WarCaptain America: Civil War - Introduces key characters and explains the current situation of most Avengers. (Also considered as Avengers 2.5 by fans)Black Panther - Introduces key characters and Wakanda, a key locationThor: Ragnarok - Introduces key characters and explains the current situation of the rest of the AvengersIf you have more time then I would recommend:Captain America: Winter Soldier - (to be seen prior to Avengers: Age of Ultron) as it explains SHIELD, HYDRA and sets up Civil WarGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 - (to be seen after the 1st Guardians of the Galaxy) explains the current situation of the Guardians of the GalaxyDr. Strange - (to be seen prior to Ragnarok) it introduces a couple of key characters and another Infinity StoneThor: Dark World - (to be seen after The Avengers and before Avengers: Age of Ultron) features another Infinity Stone and sets up Thor: Ragnarok.
What are some good movies to watch in order to prepare for the AP US History exam?
See if your local library has the BIOGRAPHY Series on DVD: factual information on a wide variety of US historical figures and their milieu. I'd stay away from movies, though--too much manipulation of facts for the sake of drama (even a classic like SCHINDLERS LIST has a number of documented differences from what really happened).
What movies help you to understand Indian history?
Good onesGandhi (film) - best movie on India's freedom movement and the father of the nation. One of the most well taken history movies.Earth (1998 film) - Gives more insight into the partition on the western side.Hey Ram - Gives more idea about the Direct Action Day by Jinnah that forced Congress into accepting partition. The protagonist tries to kill Gandhi for partitioning India and eventually understands the actual truth.Bombay (film) - Gives insight into the religious riots following the collapse of Babri Masjid.Water (2005 film) - gives an insight to the misogynism in India.Roja - gives an insight into the start of terrorism in Kashmir.The Legend of Bhagat Singh (2002) - Fictionalized work on Bhagat Singh.Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose: The Forgotten Hero - On Netaji Bose.Sardar (1993 film) - On Sardar PatelDr. Babasaheb Ambedkar (film) - On the architect of the Constitution.Shatranj ke khiladi - Annexation of India by the Company.Not that good, but ok onesAshoka the Great (2001) - A fictionalized work about Ashoka. Ok, but don't see this as a serious work.Jodhaa Akbar (2008) - Same as above about Mughal empire.Mughal-E-Azam (1960) - Another story of Mughal empire.The Rising: Ballad of Mangal Pandey (2005) - Story on the 1857 uprising.Border (1997 film) - On Battle of Longewala (1971 Indo-Pak War)Urumi (film) - A Malayalam film about the arrival of Vasco da Gama.Veerapandiya Kattabomman (film) - A classic Tamil film about the expansion of the East India Company.Adi Sankaracharya - A Sanskrit movie on Sankara.Raja Raja Chola: A Tamil movie on Raja Raja Chola with plenty of fiction elements.Documentaries:Lost Treasures of Ancient WorldThe story of IndiaBattle of King Porus vs. AlexanderTrade in the Indian oceanPartition of IndiaJinnah the Movie (with a healthy dose of fiction)Around the world in 80 faiths: