Documentary, History
Five-time Olympic medalist and Native Hawaiian Duke Paoa Kahinu Mokoe Hulikohola Kahanamoku shattered records and brought surfing to the world while overcoming a lifetime of personal challenges. Waterman explores his journey and legacy as a legendary swimmer, trailblazer, and the undisputed father of modern-day surfing, following the sport’s first-time inclusion in this year’s Summer Olympics – a fitting tribute to his work promoting the sport around the globe.
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IMDB 5.8 | Jan , 2008
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IMDB 0 | Jan , 1967
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IMDB 4.5 | Sep , 2009
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IMDB 7.9 | Aug , 2008
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IMDB 7.5 | Sep , 1994
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IMDB 6.7 | Apr , 2024
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IMDB 6.1 | Feb , 1943
Thomas Müntzer
IMDB 0 | May , 1956
In 1523, young Thomas Müntzer arrives with his wife Ottilie in the Thuringian village Allstedt to assume the rectorate. As a follower of Luther′s teachings, he finds in the Bible not only reasons for clerical, but also for secular reforms. But when Luther turns away from the rural population after a discord with Müntzer, it is Müntzer who becomes the peoples′ spokesman. He is forced to go to Southern Germany, where he convenes with revolting farmers. But his way leads him back to Thuringia. In 1525, he and Heinrich Pfeiffer form the centre of the Thuringian peasant uprising in Mühlhausen, but their success is diminished by the fact that peasants and craftsmen don′t seem to be able to work together. In Frankenhausen, Müntzer becomes the leader of a peasants′ army that is set to fighting the ruler′s army – and sustains a devastating loss. Müntzer is arrested and sentenced to death by decapitation for his insurgency.Frank Serpico
IMDB 6.2 | Nov , 2017
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IMDB 6.8 | Sep , 2018
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IMDB 5 | May , 1996
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IMDB 0 | Jan , 1985
Tom Daley: The Diver and His Dad
IMDB 0 | Oct , 2010
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IMDB 0 | Jul , 2024
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IMDB 2.7 | Jun , 2018
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IMDB 0 | Sep , 2013
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IMDB 5 | Apr , 1991
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IMDB 6.3 | Oct , 2024
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