#Inspirational historical films

[ulkaralakbarova]

Unsung Heroes of History: A Film Review of 'One Life'

The present often seems like the direct outcome of our past, a tapestry we refer to as history. Films about World War II always leave me pondering the depths of human cruelty—how could one individual inflict such profound suffering on another simply because of differences in belief, religion, ethnicity, or culture? This reflection prompts a critical examination of our progress as a society. Have…

[honeygleam]

happy women's day.

gangubai kathiawadi (2022) dir. sanjay leela bhansali

[heaven-is-in-your-arms-series]

Khem's golden Phra Law costume reminds me of this iconic gold outfit from Bajirao Mastani.

[ghostoftallulah]

The cuffs are to die for (if they were faux fur obv)

[teddy-stonehill]

Based on their ages, I think a lot of people online would say that most of Jane Austen's leading ladies should have been at "the club."

Unfortunately, in Regency England, ladies were not permitted to join (or even, generally, to visit) the almost ubiquitous Gentleman's Clubs that served as a hangout spot, gambling hall, and crash pad for the uppercrust men of the era.

On the other hand, it's highly likely that every single one of Austen's leading men was frequenting "the club" every time they were in London.

[thevalleyisjolly]

[Image description: The Mr. Bean cheating meme, with Mr. Bean labelled "Titanic (1997)" and the student he's cheating off of labelled "A Night To Remember (1958)." End ID]

[hey-scully-itsme]

why does it feel like there's a massive gap between rating a film 3.5 stars and 4 stars on letterboxd.

[flippingatable]

Some idea sketches for future

[regallibellbright]

Yep, definitely a “stim to Streets of Fire soundtrack and vibe” morning.

Even if you don’t have anywhere to go,

You go down on the pedal and you’re ready to roll.

And the speed, it’s all you’ll ever need, all you’ll ever need to know.

[dgspeaks]

“Hidden Figures” Shines a Powerful Light on the Unsung Black Women Who Shattered Boundaries to Put Man on the Moon

Some films go beyond mere entertainment and serve as powerful catalysts for change. “Hidden Figures” is one such film. Directed by Theodore Melfi and released in 2016, this inspiring drama brings to light the untold story of three African American women who played crucial roles at NASA during the early years of the U.S. space program. With its strong female leads and empowering narrative, “Hidden…

[goat-boy-sounds]

casting bill skarsgard as "hot nosferatu" is ??????? because dracula's whole thing is that he's supposed to be a sexy older man. bill is too little. but if they're just trying to copy nosferatu and not dracula as a whole, how are they gonna make him not an antisemitic caricature. mr eggers I have questions and concerns

[angelicgirlmj]

cultivating your hobbies to become that girl

as summer starts to end, i find my days a little emptier and im full of anticipation for the coming academic year. but the last thing i want to do is waste the last part of summer so now is the perfect time to cultivate or begin a new hobby, focusing on four areas to level up your body, skills, mind and passions! enjoy angels and i hope this gives you some inspiration.

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body

having a hobby that helps you reach your dream body, maintain a healthy lifestyle or just help with your mental health (as moving your body always does!) is such a good idea. the past few months my workout schedule has decreased due to the amount of schoolwork i have had and exam season so now is the perfect time for me to get more disciplined and build up a good workout scheme. my hobbies based around my body are pilates or yoga, both of which help me with my fitness goals. here are some more ideas/inspiration for some hobbies you could start:

‘hot girl walks’ - set a goal for your daily steps and go on walks everyday to help you achieve that.

running daily.

swimming daily.

tennis or badminton daily.

joining a sports club such as football or gymnastics.

dance - could be by yourself at home following dance workouts!

strength training.

starting a fitness challenge - such as a month long youtube challenge.

start making your own fitness content! film videos or write tutorials.

bike riding daily.

skills

finding a hobby that helps you develop/cultivate your skills is so important. mine personally is cooking/baking as it helps me focus on giving my body what it needs, becoming more independent and providing for those i love. here are some ideas/inspiration:

painting.

making your own clothes - sewing, knitting or crocheting.

gardening.

scrapbooking.

photography.

drawing.

writing - poetry, novels, articles or anything similar.

acting - helps with public speaking, confidence and making friends.

jewellery making.

chess or a similar intense mental game - cultivates your thinking skills and mind.

mind

finding a hobby that helps you mentally, especially if relevant to schoolwork or career plans is so helpful. mine is reading/engaging with literature as not only does it align with my academic work but also helps me with how i think, view the world and allows me to be more empathetic.

mindfulness/meditation.

learning to play an instrument.

writing/researching around your subjects.

budgeting - good way of keeping track of and understanding money even if you aren’t planning on doing anything economics based!

journalling or keeping a diary.

joining/starting a book club.

starting a studyblr, study youtube channel etc.

learning a new language.

tutoring someone - great way of helping yourself learn as well!

joining a debate team.

passions

finding a hobby around one of your passions is such a fun and unique way of engaging in things you enjoy. mine personally is visiting museums/areas of historical importance as i am so passionate about history.

visiting art galleries.

attending the theatre/cinema.

going to live music events.

visiting libraries/book shops - growing your wish list, finding new book inspo etc!

going to cooking classes, restaurants or cafes.

travelling to new areas (could be local or international) - perhaps to develop language skills, find places to hike etc.

attending lectures on subjects youre interested in.

watching documentaries or video essays.

starting a new course - i do several history courses, my most recent was on European empires!

making a blog, channel, instagram etc for a new hobby or interest.

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[allnovellas]

The Screenwriting Mastery Behind 'Saving Private Ryan': An In-depth Analysis

The Writing Behind Behind the sweeping success and critical acclaim of the World War II epic, Saving Private Ryan, lies the creative prowess of screenwriter Robert Rodat. Rodat, already known for his work on historical dramas like Fly Away Home, was the key force behind crafting the riveting narrative that has since deeply etched itself into the collective consciousness of global cinema…

[heaven-is-in-your-arms-series]

I love that they made these for the film Love Destiny. 😆

Maidservant Pi is absolutely serving charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent 🤣

This Thai film takes place in the same time frame as Man Suang and features a famous individual that I absolutely included in my story as well.

[ghostoftallulah]

I have to go to a party tonight but i want to stay in and sew, im super behind and my hair and makeup aren’t even done yet 😓😓

[shesnake]

The Handmaiden (2016) dir. Park Chan-wook // Interview with the Vampire episode 11 (2024) dir. Levan Akin

He lost his Hindu-originated name “Arun” when he was trafficked from Dehli as a child, was renamed “Amadeo” by his paedophile Maker the vampire Marius, then finally assigned “Armand” by the Roman coven before they sent him to France. He’s also lost his voice in a way, shown code-switching and adopting different accents in different settings. Throughout world history, colonised peoples have often been forced to adopt the languages and names of their oppressive colonisers as a way to erase their cultural identities.

Armand’s history was essentially colonised. His personal sexual trauma is an allegory for wider colonial trauma. This idea was explored similarly in Park Chan-wook’s 2016 film The Handmaiden, where the character Hideko’s forced exposure to pornographic Japanese literature as a child is meant to parallel the colonial oppression of the Japanese occupation of Korea.

The only evidence remaining of Armand’s experiences of sexual and colonial violence is this painting The Adoration of the Shephards With a Donor that hangs in the Louvre. Another cruel irony here is that ‘Adoration of the Shepherds’ is an episode of Jesus’s nativity. Arun as a (presumably) Hindu boy was used as a prop in a Christian narrative. The one historical document that exists of his mortal life is a depiction of his religious assimilation. Completely divorced from his roots, with no identity outside the roles his abusers assigned him, Armand, Amadeo, and Arun “were cut loose and dead like children turned to stone.” Being immortalised, “donated”, and placed on display in a European museum, a space he’s not even really allowed to access, for the mostly-white gaze is a clear metaphor for colonisers’ persisting theft of cultural artefacts belonging to their victims.

The only consolation this journey has for Armand is creative inspiration. He took Amadeo, trapped in the horror of his youth for the entertainment of others, and transferred that idea into the play My Baby Loves Windows to torture Claudia.

Armand, colonialism, and the weaponisation of anti-Blackness by Deah