Tag: historical

Saving Mr. Banks

"Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson bring to life the untold story about the origins of one of the most treasured Disney classic of all time, revealing the surprising backstory behind the making of Mary Poppins. Determined to fulfill a promise to his daughters, Walt Disney (Hanks) tries for 20 years to obtain the rights to author P.L. Travers' (Thompson) beloved book. Armed with his iconic creative vision, Walt pulls out all the stops, but the uncompromising Travers won't budge. Only when he reaches into his own complicated childhood does Walt discover the truth about the ghosts that haunt Travers, and together they set 'Mary Poppins' free."

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Anastasia

"A young girl heads from Russia to Paris, hoping to learn if she really is the long lost princess Anastasia, only to find unexpected love complicating matters of identity."

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My 9/11

"In 'My 9/11,' National Geographic revisits that day with a collection of powerful, immersive stories of people who were intricately associated with and impacted by the event: people in the highest echelons attempting to prevent and stop the attacks; ordinary people caught in the middle, like the window washer cleaning the windows of the 93rd floor of the World Trade Center just moments before the attack; and people who still cannot shake how the events of that morning altered their worlds forever."

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Pocahontas

"The extraordinary life and indomitable spirt of a truly remarkable Native American heroine inspired the artistry and storytelling magic of Walt Disney Animation Studios' Pocahontas. This musical adventure combines historical fact with popular folklore and legend to present the compelling tale of a brave, compassionate and dynamic young woman who 'listens with her heart' to help her choose which path to follow. With the guidance and wisdom of her beloved Grandmother Willow and the friendship of Captain John Smith, Pocahontas is inspired by a real-life American legend."

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Davy Crockett and the River Pirates

"A rip roaring adventure with Davy Crockett, legendary 'King of the Wild Frontier' and his trusty companion George as they had downriver to New Orleans! The two encounter dangerous rapids, treacherous river pirates and excitement at every turn. Combining the grand tradition of adventure with the greatest folk hero of them all, DAVY CROCKETT AND THE RIVER PIRATES is one ride you'll want to take again and again!"

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Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier

"There's never been a folk hero quite like Davy Crockett, and you'll see why when you watch him take on an alligator, clash with an Indian chief in a tomahawk duel and battle for freedom at the Alamo. Davy and his friend George Russell fight in the Creek Indian War, then Davy is elected to Congress and brings his rough-hewn ways to the House of Representatives. Finally, Davy and George journey to Texas and join in the last stand at the Alamo."

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Ford v Ferrari

"Matt Damon and Christian Bale star in FORD v FERRARI, based on the true story of visionary American car designer Carroll Shelby and fearless British-born driver Ken Miles, who together build a revolutionary race car for Ford Motor Company and take on the dominating race cars of Enzo Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France in 1966."

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