Renowned journalist Torgny Segerstedt declares war against Hitler as he criticizes Swedish politicians who tried to look away from the tyranny of the Nazis with the good excuse of “neutralism”. His only weapon is his pen and his life is full of gossip such as an affair with his boss’ wife, a love scandal withContinue reading “The Last Sentence – 2012”
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WWII in 3D – 2012
A new documentary shows 3D footage of Nazi soldiers for the first time. It also features 3D images of occupied France shot by a brave citizen. For years, some remarkable images have languished deep in the archives of the Imperial War Museum, which features World War II in a manner that has never been seenContinue reading “WWII in 3D – 2012”
Made in Mexico – 2012
From Diego Luna and Alejandro Fernandez, to Carla Morrison and Chavela Vargas, Duncan Bridgeman weaves a cinematic tapestry composed of original songs and insights from the most iconic artists and performers of contemporary Mexico. With striking visuals, the movie captures the rich diversity of Mexican geography, art, music, and culture. It is a rare lookContinue reading “Made in Mexico – 2012”
Paolo Borsellino – The 57 Days – 2012
Alberto Negrin directs this Italian drama starring Luca Zingaretti (well known Italian actor from the TV series Inspector Montalbano). The film traces the 57 days after the assassination of his friend and fellow anti-Mafia judge Giovanni Falcone when Paolo Borsellino (Zingaretti) must come to terms with his own inescapable destiny. Director : Alberto Negrin CastContinue reading “Paolo Borsellino – The 57 Days – 2012”
The Sino-Japanese War at Sea 1894 – 2012
The Sino-Japanese War at Sea 1894 is set in the late 19th century and revolves around the events of the First Sino-Japanese War (1894–1895), which was fought between the Qing Empire of China and the Empire of Japan. Director : Feng Xiaoning Cast : Lu Yi|Sun Hai-Ying|Xia Yu|Yang Lixin Genre : History|War Release Date :Continue reading “The Sino-Japanese War at Sea 1894 – 2012”
1812. Ballad of the Uhlans – 2012
The Year is 1812. On the eve of the decisive battle of Borodino, Napoleon’s secret agent steals a Russian battle plan. This fact is known to General Kutuzov (Head of Russian forces), thanks to a young nobleman Alexey Tarusov. Tarusov joint to the the regiment of Russian lancers, and finds new friends like Lieutenant Gorzhevsky,Continue reading “1812. Ballad of the Uhlans – 2012”
Die Verführerin Adele Spitzeder – 2012
Director : Xaver Schwarzenberger Cast : Alicia von Rittberg|Birgit Minichmayr|Johannes Herrschmann|Karlheinz Hackl|Marianne Sägebrecht|Maximilian Krückl|Michael Roll|Michael Schönborn|Paula Kalenberg|Sunnyi Melles Genre : Drama|History|TV Movie Release Date : 1/11/2012 Country : Germany
Warrior Princess – 2012
A monk must become king, and his new queen is forced to choose between her husband and her father in an all-out war for sovereignty. Stars Otgonjargal Davaasuren & Myagmar Mondoon. Director : Shuudertsetseg Baatarsuren Cast : Batmend Baast|Bayarmagnai Yeguzer|Myagmar Mondoon|Myagmarnaran Gombo|Otgonjargal Davaasuren Genre : Action|History|War Release Date : 9/16/2012 Country : Mongolia
Calm at Sea – 2012
October 1941. Eighteen months into France’s occupation by German troops, young Communist members of the Resistance shoot dead an officer of the German Army. In retaliation, Hitler demands the deaths of 150 Frenchmen, as ‘retribution’. The targets are to be mostly young men believed to share the assassins’ political convictions. Most of these men areContinue reading “Calm at Sea – 2012”
Heist: Who Stole the American Dream? – 2012
Heist: Who Stole the American Dream? reveals how American corporations orchestrated the dismantling of middle-class prosperity through rampant deregulation, the outsourcing of jobs, and tax policies favoring businesses and the wealthy. The collapse of the U.S. economy is the result of conscious choices made over thirty five years by a small group: leaders of corporationsContinue reading “Heist: Who Stole the American Dream? – 2012”