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Watch the best short films about History. Featuring films about historical events and political, social, economic, scientific, technological, medical, cultural, intellectual, religious and military periods in human history,

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Names

This film remembers the Hungarian revolution of 1956 against the Stalinist regime and the State Protection Authority (ÃVH)….

Between The Shores

Three refugees flee from the GDR to the West back in 1984….

Dogtown

A Youtuber records himself walking through the haunted woods of Dogtown, MA for more than just views….

Lego WW1 – Battle of Amiens

The Battle of Amiens, also referred to as the Third Battle of Picardy, began on the 8th of August, 1918 and would be the starting point of the 100 days offensive. An Allied force consisting of British , Australian, Canadian, French and American divisions, with the support of tanks…

Summer In Bozhenitsa

A small and cosy Bulgarian village welcomes a group of children on a summer camp to reveal its secrets….

Mankind

A dark, synthy music video about the futility of nuclear war and the psychological impact upon those who have to “push the button”…

Julie

A swashbuckling, bisexual swords-woman and opera singer alive during the 17th-century, d’Aubigny fought to cultivate a world in which those who misbehaved got what they deserved. The film, entitled “Julie”, will tell her incredible story, which emphasizes the importance of courage in the face of adversity and the pursuit…

Skye Steele – Rise of Nefertiti

Is the theft of Ancient Egyptian artefacts the key to the darkness that is engulfing 1930s Europe? Detectives Skye Steele & Inspector Miles Davies become involved in a three thousand year old mystery….

Hecho En Mexico

Hecho En Mexico is an insight into the Mexican family, of there dreams and special bond thereafter leaving home and the struggles they overcome….

The Elephant Gown

A lively black boy, who exists in a realm of innocence all on his own, comes face to face with the nightmares of reality….

White Feather

1919, the Great War is over, a young man is trying to rebuild his life. When he is handed a white feather for being a “Conscientious Objector” memories of the last three years coming flooding back….

Listen to the Voices of the Sea

Henri is a young French man leaving for war. In the last peaceful moment in his life, he confesses his thoughts to his family and friends by reading his diary. He confronts the grim reality while struggling against his own destiny. This film is based on the diary of…

Tears of God

Seeing how many injustices take place in the world on a daily basis inspired Juan to create a musical animation, which would challenge the status quo and hopefully create thought provoking controversy….

The Alabama Preacher and the Syrian Refugees

A short documentary about the Syrian refugees in Lebanon from the POV of a Baptist preacher living there….

3D Town: A Look Into Littleton

Nestled in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, the small town of Littleton has a history you might not expect. Take a look into the town’s relationship with stereo photography and it’s lasting impact….

Nomad City Blues

An Irishman with a dark past helps a Muslim boy to avoid his same fate….

Our Heroes Past

In commemoration of the Nigerian Armed forces Remembrance Day, this video pays tribute to the sacrifices of war veterans from Ekiti State, Nigeria….

Faux Bois at The Huntington

This film depicts the story of taking something beautiful and broken and making it whole again. With deep knowledge of the subject and his ability to reverse engineer, sculptor Terence Eagan explains and demonstrates the techniques he developed while teaching himself the intricacies, nuances and structural requirements for rebuilding…

Red Necks

A humble Asian man shows up in redneck country and is greeted with outright racism, but by putting aside differences and choosing common ground, he makes a new friend and ally….

Lullabies for Lost Children

A project about family and migration. Longing for your family. Longing across borders. More specifically it’s about Vietnamese women who stayed behind when their children fled the country. Interviews with the women in Vietnam is interspersed with recordings from the Copenhagen premiere of a contemporary music piece based on traditional…

Names

This film remembers the Hungarian revolution of 1956 against the Stalinist regime and the State Protection Authority (ÃVH)….

Between The Shores

Three refugees flee from the GDR to the West back in 1984….

Dogtown

A Youtuber records himself walking through the haunted woods of Dogtown, MA for more than just views….

Lego WW1 – Battle of Amiens

The Battle of Amiens, also referred to as the Third Battle of Picardy, began on the 8th of August, 1918 and would be the starting point of the 100 days offensive. An Allied force consisting of British , Australian, Canadian, French and American divisions, with the support of tanks…

Summer In Bozhenitsa

A small and cosy Bulgarian village welcomes a group of children on a summer camp to reveal its secrets….

Mankind

A dark, synthy music video about the futility of nuclear war and the psychological impact upon those who have to “push the button”…

Julie

A swashbuckling, bisexual swords-woman and opera singer alive during the 17th-century, d’Aubigny fought to cultivate a world in which those who misbehaved got what they deserved. The film, entitled “Julie”, will tell her incredible story, which emphasizes the importance of courage in the face of adversity and the pursuit…

Skye Steele – Rise of Nefertiti

Is the theft of Ancient Egyptian artefacts the key to the darkness that is engulfing 1930s Europe? Detectives Skye Steele & Inspector Miles Davies become involved in a three thousand year old mystery….

Hecho En Mexico

Hecho En Mexico is an insight into the Mexican family, of there dreams and special bond thereafter leaving home and the struggles they overcome….

The Elephant Gown

A lively black boy, who exists in a realm of innocence all on his own, comes face to face with the nightmares of reality….

White Feather

1919, the Great War is over, a young man is trying to rebuild his life. When he is handed a white feather for being a “Conscientious Objector” memories of the last three years coming flooding back….

Listen to the Voices of the Sea

Henri is a young French man leaving for war. In the last peaceful moment in his life, he confesses his thoughts to his family and friends by reading his diary. He confronts the grim reality while struggling against his own destiny. This film is based on the diary of…

Tears of God

Seeing how many injustices take place in the world on a daily basis inspired Juan to create a musical animation, which would challenge the status quo and hopefully create thought provoking controversy….

The Alabama Preacher and the Syrian Refugees

A short documentary about the Syrian refugees in Lebanon from the POV of a Baptist preacher living there….

3D Town: A Look Into Littleton

Nestled in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, the small town of Littleton has a history you might not expect. Take a look into the town’s relationship with stereo photography and it’s lasting impact….

Nomad City Blues

An Irishman with a dark past helps a Muslim boy to avoid his same fate….

Our Heroes Past

In commemoration of the Nigerian Armed forces Remembrance Day, this video pays tribute to the sacrifices of war veterans from Ekiti State, Nigeria….

Faux Bois at The Huntington

This film depicts the story of taking something beautiful and broken and making it whole again. With deep knowledge of the subject and his ability to reverse engineer, sculptor Terence Eagan explains and demonstrates the techniques he developed while teaching himself the intricacies, nuances and structural requirements for rebuilding…

Red Necks

A humble Asian man shows up in redneck country and is greeted with outright racism, but by putting aside differences and choosing common ground, he makes a new friend and ally….

Lullabies for Lost Children

A project about family and migration. Longing for your family. Longing across borders. More specifically it’s about Vietnamese women who stayed behind when their children fled the country. Interviews with the women in Vietnam is interspersed with recordings from the Copenhagen premiere of a contemporary music piece based on traditional…

Names

This film remembers the Hungarian revolution of 1956 against the Stalinist regime and the State Protection Authority (ÃVH)….

Between The Shores

Three refugees flee from the GDR to the West back in 1984….

Dogtown

A Youtuber records himself walking through the haunted woods of Dogtown, MA for more than just views….

Lego WW1 – Battle of Amiens

The Battle of Amiens, also referred to as the Third Battle of Picardy, began on the 8th of August, 1918 and would be the…

Summer In Bozhenitsa

A small and cosy Bulgarian village welcomes a group of children on a summer camp to reveal its secrets….

Mankind

A dark, synthy music video about the futility of nuclear war and the psychological impact upon those who have to “push the button”…

Julie

A swashbuckling, bisexual swords-woman and opera singer alive during the 17th-century, d’Aubigny fought to cultivate a world in which those who misbehaved got what…

Skye Steele – Rise of Nefertiti

Is the theft of Ancient Egyptian artefacts the key to the darkness that is engulfing 1930s Europe? Detectives Skye Steele & Inspector Miles Davies…

Hecho En Mexico

Hecho En Mexico is an insight into the Mexican family, of there dreams and special bond thereafter leaving home and the struggles they overcome….

The Elephant Gown

A lively black boy, who exists in a realm of innocence all on his own, comes face to face with the nightmares of reality….

White Feather

1919, the Great War is over, a young man is trying to rebuild his life. When he is handed a white feather for being…

Listen to the Voices of the Sea

Henri is a young French man leaving for war. In the last peaceful moment in his life, he confesses his thoughts to his family…

Tears of God

Seeing how many injustices take place in the world on a daily basis inspired Juan to create a musical animation, which would challenge the…

The Alabama Preacher and the Syrian Refugees

A short documentary about the Syrian refugees in Lebanon from the POV of a Baptist preacher living there….

3D Town: A Look Into Littleton

Nestled in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, the small town of Littleton has a history you might not expect. Take a look into…

Nomad City Blues

An Irishman with a dark past helps a Muslim boy to avoid his same fate….

Our Heroes Past

In commemoration of the Nigerian Armed forces Remembrance Day, this video pays tribute to the sacrifices of war veterans from Ekiti State, Nigeria….

Faux Bois at The Huntington

This film depicts the story of taking something beautiful and broken and making it whole again. With deep knowledge of the subject and his…

Red Necks

A humble Asian man shows up in redneck country and is greeted with outright racism, but by putting aside differences and choosing common ground,…

Lullabies for Lost Children

A project about family and migration. Longing for your family. Longing across borders. More specifically it’s about Vietnamese women who stayed behind when their children…
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