Best History Films of 2001
The Directors: Barbra Streisand
Directors: Barbra Streisand profiles ... Nick Nolte, Lauren Bacall, Marvin Hamlisch, Mandy Patinkin, Amy Irving, and Pierce Brosnan. Robert J. Emery directs the program. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Shackleton's Antarctic Adventure
In 1914, Sir Ernest ... by George Butler on Shackleton's fateful voyage to the South Pole, following 2000's The Endurance: Shackleton's Legendary Antarctic Expedition. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Heroes of Iwo Jima
Many Americans are familiar ... and features interviews with two dozen people, as well as never-before-televised color battle footage, some of it graphically violent. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Fidel
Fidel Castro is one ... or have met Castro, including Nelson Mandela, Muhammed Ali, Harry Belafonte, Alice Walker, Ted Turner, and Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Churchill
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Rembrandt: Fathers and Sons
The six-part made-for-television Artists' ... the Dancer, and Monet: Shadow and Light. The highly acclaimed series is designed for youngsters age eight and older. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Cuban Missile Crisis: A Spy Talks Inside the Oval Office
All new footage of ... American military from pressuring President Kennedy to prematurely attack Cuba and the Russian ships en route to its shores. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Genius: Charles Darwin
Forever entrenched in history ... include expert analysis and insight into the impact this man made and how his work has influenced today's world. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Genius: Galileo
A brilliant scientist who ... which alienated the fundamental religious order, but set the stage for exploration and discovery in the years to come. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Genius: Leonardo Da Vinci
The life of artist ... focusing on Da Vinci's remarkable drawings, mirror-written notebooks, and groundbreaking theories in the realms of biology, astronomy, and physiology. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Sacred Steel
In most traditional houses ... Artists include Aubrey Ghent, Maurice "Ted" Beard, Willie Eason, the Campbell Brothers with Katie Jackson, Robert Randolph, and more. [ best history films - 2001 ]
CNN: Election 2000 - 36 Days That Gripped The Nation
Media saturation might have ... the whole debacle featuring behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with reporters involved, including Julie Woodruff, Bernard Shaw and Larry King. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Sky Wars
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New York in the Fifties
New York City has ... Talese, Robert Redford, Nat Hentoff, William F. Buckley, Joan Didion, and Steve Allen. Author Wakefield also lends his perspective. [ best history films - 2001 ]
National Geographic: Pearl Harbor - Legacy of Attack
National Geographic: Pearl Harbor ... 1941. The 120-minute film contains commentary by historian Stephen Ambrose and the eyewitness accounts of three Pearl Harbor survivors. [ best history films - 2001 ]
They Came For Good: A History of the Jews in the United States - Present at the Creation, 1654-1820
The first installment in ... followed by They Came for Good: A History of the Jews in the United States -- Taking Root, 1820-1880. [ best history films - 2001 ]
They Came For Good: A History of the Jews in the United States - Taking Root, 1820-1880
The two-part PBS miniseries ... discussed. Using period actors, the series reenacts the events that would shape American Jewish communities in the coming centuries. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Timeline: 1942
The Timeline series details ... North Africa, as well as discussion of Captain Eddie Rickenbacker, Mickey Mouse, and other influential characters of the time. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Timeline: 1943
The Timeline series details ... Japan, as well as discussion of important names of the time like "Desert Fox" Erwin Rommel and Clark Gable. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Legend of Teddy Edwards
The virtual epitome of ... a musician through exploration of his unique innovations as well as the highs and lows of his extraordinary life. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Wonderful World of Louis Armstrong
This video profiles New ... Will. Archival photographs, film clips, and recollections of family, friends, and colleagues tell the story of this musical genius. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Unknown Jimmy Durante: The Great Schnozzola
This documentary pays tribute ... The vaudevillian's durability as a performer is also noted: his greatest success didn't come until the television era arrived. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Exodus Revealed
This program features ancient ... in the program are reviews of Egyptian records showing that the Israelites were once held captive under the Pharaoh. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Yellowstone: The World's First National Park
Established in 1872, Yellowstone ... addition, there's a short feature on the park's population of wild wolves, and highlights from the 1936 drama Yellowstone. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Pearl Harbor: Dawn of Death, Vol. 2 - Day of Infamy
Pearl Harbor: Dawn of ... 1 -- Win First, Fight Later and Pearl Harbor: Dawn of Death, Vol. 3 -- Waking a Sleeping Giant. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Russian Front: Barbarossa - Hitler Turns East
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The Russian Front: From Stalingrad to Kursk
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The Russian Front: The Battles for Berlin
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The Mysteries of Egypt: Ancient Egypt
This episode of The ... of expert analysis and striking footage, this video brings the people and events of this ancient time to life. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Mysteries of Egypt: Rameses
This episode of The ... book of Exodus. Also included is some discussion of how life was for the average Egyptian during Rameses' reign. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Mysteries of Egypt: The Pharaohs
This episode of The ... ancient world. The program also presents the wealth of historical information uncovered by the excavation of these pharaohs' tombs. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Titanic: Born in Belfast
This video documents the ... as well as rare interviews with eyewitnesses of the construction and launch are included. The program runs 65 minutes. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Golden Age of British Steam: A to Z of Steam - Rare Archive Footage
This video explains the ... the way people travel and ship materials. The movie also explains how these classic steam locomotives are preserved today. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Prince William: Future King
This production borrows footage ... life, interviews with self-proclaimed British royalty experts, and segments focused on Prince Harry and Princess Diana's effect on William. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Queen Mother: A Royal Century
The Queen Mother, who ... her life with her husband, who died in 1952, and the royal duties she has shouldered since that time. [ best history films - 2001 ]
George Segal: American Still Life
This program profiles sculptor ... within it. A highlight of the program is a look inside the previously inaccessible barn/museum of this American great. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Elvis: Remembering Elvis
One of the greatest ... life, but devotes attention to most every aspect of his career, including his work as a Hollywood leading man. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Prisoners of Hope
American soldiers risked their ... these men. Through it all, the prisoners managed to communicate with each other, lending support in a desperate situation. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Valor: Incredible Stories of Patriotism and Courage
America loves its heroes. ... real-life tales are relived by men who fought in World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Great Writers: Alberto Moravia
From Kultur comes Great ... Great Writers: Isaac Bashevis Singer, Great Writers: Truman Capote, Great Writers: Jean Cocteau, and Great Writers: Jorge Luis Borges. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Great Writers: Isaac Bashevis Singer
From Kultur comes Great ... Williams, Great Writers: Truman Capote, Great Writers: Alberto Moravia, Great Writers: Jean Cocteau, and Great Writers: Jorge Luis Borges. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Great Writers: Jean Cocteau
From Kultur comes Great ... Great Writers: Isaac Bashevis Singer, Great Writers: Alberto Moravia, Great Writers: Truman Capote, and Great Writers: Jorge Luis Borges. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Great Writers: Tennessee Williams
From Kultur comes Great ... Singer, Great Writers: Truman Capote, Great Writers: Alberto Moravia, Great Writers: Jean Cocteau, and Great Writers: Jorge Luis Borges. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Great Writers: Truman Capote
From Kultur comes Great ... Great Writers: Isaac Bashevis Singer, Great Writers: Alberto Moravia, Great Writers: Jean Cocteau, and Great Writers: Jorge Luis Borges. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Leaders in Battle: Julius Caesar
Part of the four-volume ... both passionate joy and animalistic rage, and employs historical reenactments and scholarly narration to tell the ruler's dramatic story. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Leaders in Battle: Lord Admiral Horatio Nelson
Part of the four-volume ... Without the strength of Nelson, England might not be England today. Scholarly commentary and historical reenactments offer additional insight. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Leaders in Battle: The Duke of Marlborough
Part of the four-volume ... War of the Spanish Succession. Scholarly commentary and historical reenactments help paint the portrait of this significant British hero. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Memories of War
Jonathan S. Felt's documentary ... featuring vintage-era planes. The film shares many of the stories that bring human faces to these occasionally inhuman events. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Mr. Kansas City: Life of Buck O'neil
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National Geographic: Beyond the Movie - Pearl Harbor
In the film National ... much is based on fiction. Certain characters were created, while others were actual individuals who participated in the war. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Tool: Toology - Unauthorized Biography
This documentary profiles the ... background on each of the group's members. Archival clips from Tool's performances are also included in the unauthorized biography. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Leaders in Battle: Oliver Cromwell
Part of the four-volume ... and profitable commercial treaty management were the way of the Commonwealth. This video features scholarly commentary and historical reenactments. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Rage: 20 Years of Punk Rock
While the American punk ... Jerks and Black Flag, Don Bolles of the Germs, Jack Grisham of TSOL, and Harold Bronson of Rhino Records. [ best history films - 2001 ]
D-Day: Code Name Overlord
This documentary draws on ... and sounded the death knell for Nazi Germany. Included in this film is rare color footage of the invasion. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Great Writers: Giuseppe Di Lampedusa
Great Writers: Giuseppe Di ... of the Italian nobleman responsible for Il Gattopardo, the celebrated book later adapted into isconti's revered film The Leopard. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Great Writers: Joseph Conrad
Great Writers: Joseph Conrad ... Nostromo. The program attempts to show the various forces that shaped the man's themes as well as his style. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Great Writers: Roald Dahl
Great Writers: Roald Dahl ... Only Live Twice. The program offers footage of the writer, as well as interviews with loved ones and contemporaries. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Great Writers: Salman Rushdie
Great Writers: Salman Rushdie ... The Satanic Verses. The program offers footage of the writer, as well as interviews with loved ones and contemporaries. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Biography: Anne Rice - Vampires, Witches and Best Sellers
This documentary profiles the ... to inform her work. She also shares details of the personal tragedies that have deepened her life and work. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Timeline: 1945
The Timeline series details ... and the discovery of the Holocaust. This video contains graphic footage of the latter, and viewers should be forewarned. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Brother Against Brother: The American Civil War
Each episode of Brother ... a conflict that destroyed the last major bastion of slavery and was, in many ways, the first modern war. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Brother Against Brother: The English Civil War
Each episode of Brother ... several that raged throughout the 17th century and for a brief time left Oliver Cromwell in power in Britain. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Brother Against Brother: The Spanish Civil War
Each episode of Brother ... as a regional conflict, grew into an international cause célèbre, and ended as a precursor to World War II. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Carl Perkins: A Rock 'n' Roll Legend
This video offers an ... charts. Much of the video is interview footage with the man himself, speaking on such figures as Johnny Cash. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Medieval Warfare: Agincourt - King Henry's Triumph
This program is part ... on October 25, 1415, and felt certain they'd prevail, King Henry V and his British troops soundly defeated them. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Medieval Warfare: The Crusades - The Holy Wars
This program is part ... Land. A highlight of the program is the battle fought in 1190 between Richard the Lionheart and Emperor Saladin. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Medieval Warfare: The Wars of the Roses
This program is part ... Bosworth Field ended, King Richard III was killed. The Tudor Dynasty began as a result of Henry VII's victory. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Uncovered: The Series - K-Ci & Jo Jo
Riot Pictures and Urban ... as well as live performances, interviews, and music videos. Distributed by Ventura Distribution, the presentation was released in 2001. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Navy SEALs Training: Direct Action
This video documents the ... a Navy SEAL must survive. The program showcases the bravery, determination, and discipline of these intensely loyal military men. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Pearl Harbor: The Real Story
This video offers an ... and ships involved in the attack are toured, along with the many museums and memorials that pepper the area. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Uncovered: The Series - Outkast
Andre Benjamin (aka Dré ... and several of the group's video clips, including "Ms. Jackson," "So Fresh, So Clean," "Player's Ball," and "Rosa Parks." [ best history films - 2001 ]
Evolution, Part 1: Darwin's Dangerous Idea
This is the first ... Goodall, Stephen Jay Gould, and William H. Calvin, of Washington University. The series was originally televised September 24-27, 2001. [ best history films - 2001 ]
In Search of Peace Part One: 1948-1967
The difficult birth of ... Douglas. Edward Asner, Richard Dreyfuss, Anne Bancroft, and Michael York also contribute readings of historical documents to the soundtrack. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Encyclopedia of the 20th Century: Days That Shook the World, Vol. 2 - 1920-1939
Archival footage narrated by ... Crash, Lenin's death, Hitler's invasion of Poland, and the opening of the Empire State building in New York City. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Encyclopedia of the 20th Century: Days That Shook the World, Vol. 3 - 1940-1959
Archival footage narrated by ... including events like the Holocaust, the development of a vaccine for Polio, the Korean War, and the Space Race. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Encyclopedia of the 20th Century: Days That Shook the World, Vol. 5 - 1980-1999
Archival footage narrated by ... explosion, discovering the AIDS virus, the fall of the Berlin Wall, Desert Storm, and the riots in Los Angeles. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Coca Cola: The History of an American Icon
This program traces the ... facts are presented in this informative documentary, along with archival films, photographs, artwork, and interviews with the Coca-Cola family. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Legions of Rome: The Gallic Wars
Follow along as Julius ... Gallic Wars offers one of the most compelling depictions of life in First Century Gaul B.C.-era Gaul ever recorded. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Legions of Rome: The Punic Wars
Travel back in time ... the Romans at Cannae and Trebia that would find him undefeated until his fall at Zama in 203 B.C. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Legions of Rome: The Roman Invasions of Britain
Explore the invasion of ... three episodes featured in this release include "The Punic Wars," "The Gallic Wars," and "The Roman Invasions of Britain." [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Story of Civilization: Eastern Empires
The Story of Civilization ... societal life in ancient Japan and other Eastern empires, featuring the influence of samurai and martial arts on cultures. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Story of Civilization: Romans and Barbarians
The Story of Civilization ... tale of the gigantic, ancient Roman empire and the method behind its conquest of Europe, highlighting the British invasion. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Story of Civilization: The Americas
The Story of Civilization ... in The Americas, where important religious rituals that tied civilization to the sun and other sacred symbols once reigned. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Story of Civilization: The Celtic World
The Story of Civilization ... is explored in The Celtic World, along with warriors, religion, druids, and priests, in the lands of ancient Britain. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Story of Civilization: The First Empires
The Story of Civilization ... First Empires visits Egypt and Greece, where ancient empires inspired by myth left structural marks that lasted for centuries. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Story of Civilization: The Viking Age
The Story of Civilization ... of Viking culture, defining reasons for its notorious violence, as well as religious and artistic influences on their societies. [ best history films - 2001 ]
WWII Battlefront, Vol. 2: The Atlantic Campaign - Part 2
Continuing from WWII Battlefront, ... Campaign - Part 1, this episode of the documentary series showcases Allied efforts in North Africa, D-Day and more. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Ancient Mysteries: Atlantis - The Lost Civilization
Take a riveting look ... this age-old question, filmmakers also explore the possibility that Atlantis may have already been discovered and perhaps even excavated. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Ancient Mysteries: Dragons
Since earliest recorded history, ... the origins of these fantastic tales and see if there is any truth to the popular and enduring myth. [ best history films - 2001 ]
American Experience: The Great San Francisco Earthquake
In April of 1906, ... Highlights of this program from The American Experience series include commentary by historians, archival motion picture footage, and photographs. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Secrets of Ancient Empires: The First Armies
This program is the ... from outside aggression, and to seek out and take more territory to serve the needs of an increasing population. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Secrets of Ancient Empires: The First Beliefs
This program is the ... ancient peoples. Animal and human sacrifice were practiced. Some of the most colorful examples are presented in this program. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Secrets of Ancient Empires: The First Cities
This program is the ... there was crushing competition and exploitation. Such were the challenges in ancient times, which continue to the present day. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Secrets of Ancient Empires: The First Civilization
This program is the ... and structure. The interdependency of such communities were the starting point for the first civilizations in Africa and Europe. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Secrets of Ancient Empires: The First Merchants
This program is the ... of cities and commercial districts. The mercantile class was born, attuned to recognizing and fulfilling the needs of consumers. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Automobiles: BMW
For automotive enthusiasts curious ... market, this release also offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the production of the subsequent 1600 and 2000 models. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Automobiles: Corvette
The life of "America's ... its body is made of fiberglass and how the popular Mako Corvette got its name and those distinctive lines. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Automobiles: Model T
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A History of God
Based on the best-selling ... religious experts are included in this presentation. The result is a far-reaching look at man's interpretation of the almighty. [ best history films - 2001 ]
La Commune (Paris 1871)
Noted filmmaker and media ... past -- modern day CNN-style reporting with historical fact. This film was screened at the 2001 Toronto Film Festival. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Muhammad Ali: Through the Eyes of the World
Muhammad Ali has been ... story of Ali's life and career. Celebrity interviews include James Earl Jones, Billy Crystal, Rod Steiger, and Billy Connolly. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Pearl Harbor: The View From Japan
The documentary Pearl Harbor: ... the Japanese Navy who is considered one of the most impressive military leaders and thinkers in that country's history. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Pearl Harbor: A Day of Infamy - The Survivor's Stories
Pearl Harbor: A Day ... variety of people who were there when the Japanese attack occurred. The interview subjects consist primarily of military veterans. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Dambusters Raid
Delta presents The Dambusters ... Productions, the 48-minute long program details the events of the aerial bombings of 1943, known as the dambusters raid. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Captured on Film: The True Story of Marion Davies
Actress Charlize Theron narrates ... to the starlet claimed that filmmaker Orson Welles betrayed her true gracefulness in the name of histrionic Hollywood drama. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Let Freedom Ring: Images of the American Spirit
CBS News presents a ... Towers. The video revels in the spirit of Americans, and the strength they've shown in the face of catastrophe. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Do You Believe in Miracles? The Story of the 1980 U.S. Hockey Team
In what some sportscasters ... The team was so renowned for its feat that it appeared on a commemorative box of Wheaties in 1997. [ best history films - 2001 ]
America's Most Haunted Town: Move Beyond Fear
There are some places ... camera trickery, this release is sure to send a chill down your spine and put goosebumps on your flesh. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Investigation of a Flame: A Documentary Portrait of the Catonsville Nine
Lynne Sachs' documentary Investigation ... that stormed a draft board office in Maryland in order to burn the information on hundreds of potential draftees. [ best history films - 2001 ]
National Geographic: Beyond the Movie - The Lord of the Rings
This documentary explores the ... with the movie crew, and some additional mythological and anthropological history helps deepen the intrigue of Tolkien's remarkable fantasy. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Mill Times
From the visionary award-winning ... across the Atlantic, helping to ignite the Industrial Revolution on two continents and forever changing how textiles are produced. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Tragedy in the Holy Land: The Second Uprising
Documentary filmmaker Denis Mueller ... conflicts of our times, and offer a more focused portrait of the issues and perspectives behind both nations involved. [ best history films - 2001 ]
2000 Years of Christianity, Episode 2: Shackles of Power
Each segment of the ... Empire responded to the quickly growing Christian faith. One event showcased is the baptism of the dying Emperor Constantine. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Journeys in Black: Al Sharpton
The Rev. Al Sharpton ... world. This documentary (produced for the BET cable network) offers a personal look at the man and his mission. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Journeys in Black: Cece Winans
A member of one ... produced for the BET cable network in which Winans speaks from the heart about her music, career, and faith. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Journeys in Black: Jamie Foxx
Actor and comedian Jamie ... for the BET cable network in which Foxx offers a look at his life both on and off stage. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Journeys in Black: Master P
In the late '80s, ... in the New Orleans projects and how he rose to the top in the worlds of music and business. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Journeys in Black: Russell Simmons
Russell Simmons is the ... BET cable network in which Simmons discusses his career and the ideals which have helped make him a success. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Elvis: The Missing Years
One of the greatest ... appreciate the amount of footage in this film that date from that lesser documented time in the singer's life. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Life + Debt
In 1962, Jamaica won ... director Stanley Fischer; the Jamaica Kincaid novel A Small Place provides some of the text for the film's narration. [ best history films - 2001 ]
War Photographer
Christian Frei's documentary War ... the emotional toll his work has taken on him. War Photographer was screened at the 2002 Cannes Film Festival. [ best history films - 2001 ]
World Trade Center: A Modern Marvel 1973-2001
Take a closer look ... of this engineering marvel a breathtaking reality, as well as exploring the controversy and architectural innovations surrounding its construction. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Salute to Reagan: A President's Greatest Moments
Ronald Reagan was the ... public, from his inaugural address to his wife's moving tribute to the ailing Reagan at the 1996 Republican Convention. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Boston Red Sox: 100 Years of Baseball History
The first century of ... to be captured by cameras during Red Sox games, and a rare chat between Ted Williams and Pedro Martinez. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Hidden Wars of Desert Storm
While political turmoil in ... former Attorney General of the United States; and Scott Ritter, a one-time team leader for UNSCOM. John Hurt narrates. [ best history films - 2001 ]
John Nash: A Beautiful Genius
This documentary is a ... Nash: A Beautiful Genius tells this unique story from Nash's early years to his status as a world citizen. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Absolut Warhola
Absolut Warhola traces famous ... often sent them his prized work only for them to end up as children's play toys or makeshift clothing. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Freshest Kids: A History of the B-Boy
In the early '70s, ... and hip-hop artists who acknowledge the importance of these musical pioneers (among them Redman, Mos Def, and Jurassic Five). [ best history films - 2001 ]
Price for Peace: From Pearl Harbor to Nagasaki
This riveting TV documentary ... of encouragement. Hosted by Tom Brokaw, Price for Peace made its first NBC network appearance on May 27, 2002. [ best history films - 2001 ]
We Shall Not Be Moved
Eyewitness accounts combine with ... met to strategize their methods of helping the downtrodden minorities rise up in the name of justice and equality. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Myths and Logic of Shaolin Kung Fu
Widely believed to be ... footage from some of the most skilled Shaolin monks in the world demonstrating the intricacies of Shaolin Kung Fu. [ best history films - 2001 ]
On Common Ground: An American-German WWII Reunion
Over a half a ... Walter Cronkite, respected newsman Tom Brokaw, and John Kenneth Galbraith, and offers rare footage captured by American combat cameramen. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Los Ultimos Zapatistas, Heroes Olvidados
Nearly 100 years after ... be, these twelve veteran warriors speak openly and honestly about some of the biggest issues Mexico has ever faced. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Las Vegas: Then & Now
Known as Sin City, ... and visionaries turned a desolate chunk of desert into a place that brings in billions of dollars every year. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Great Battles of WWII: Epic Marine Victories
The documentary Great Battles ... Jima, Okinawa, and Peleliu. Each of these battles showcased the determination and drive of the United States Marine Corps. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Pioneers in Aviation
This documentary chronicles the ... aviation, William Boeing and Donald Douglas, through commentary from experts and historians as well as archival footage and photographs. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Legend of Leigh Bowery
Born to a middle-class ... world premiere in the spring of 2002 at the It's All True Documentary Film Festival on Sao Paulo, Brazil. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Kecksburg: The Untold Story
When a strange object ... object was quickly excavated and transferred to an Air Force base in Ohio for further investigation by the military. [ best history films - 2001 ]
Pearl Harbor
When the Japanese military ... find out how the attack on Pearl Harbor still resonates with the U.S. military over half-a-century after the fact. [ best history films - 2001 ]
The Russian Front: The Road to Stalingrad
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