Hollywood Movies Based on True Stories: Often critics and experts lament that Hollywood movies are highly fictional and unrelatable to the actual lives of the people and events. But there are some of the most beautiful Hollywood movies based on true stories of individuals and historical events. Starting from 'Apocalypse Now' to' Into the Wild', Hollywood has come up with some of the most beautiful films. They are purely based on the real event and true stories of tragedy, success, and resistance.
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Hollywood movies based on true stories
Alcatraz, a prison on the island in San Francisco Bay, was considered the most secure prison and was believed that no one escapes from there. This film focuses on the true story of three men who make this impossible task possible and successfully escaped from prison. This movie has also got a place in our list of Hollywood movies based on true stories,
This film is based on the famous book 'Heart of Darkness', which is based on real events during the Vietnam War. Starring Martin Sheen as Captain Willard, goes on a dangerous mission to assassinate Colonel (Marlon Brando) in Cambodia, who is considered as a god by a local tribe. Apocalypse is one of the best real story Hollywood movies.
This film reveals the true story of an American student who was caught while smuggling drugs and was put into prison. He tries to escape from the prison many times, but every time, he was recaptured and was then beaten up brutally by the officials. The most striking thing about the film is its soundtracks which won Oscar for Best Original Score. This is one of the best movies based on true stories,
This movie is about the true story of a Nazi businessman, Oskar Schindler. The film shows his heart change, and he eventually saved over 1,000 Jews from being executed. Directed by Steven Spielberg, the film was well appreciated and received OSCARS for Best Director and Best Picture award that year.
This is one of the best movies of all time based on true-life stories of individuals who did extraordinary jobs. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hanks in the leading roles, the film represents a real-life story of Frank Abagnale Jr. who mastered in forgery and disguise at a very young age. He made millions of dollars acting as a legal prosecutor, Pan Am pilot, and a doctor along the way.
The fascinating thing is that; he did all these when he was only 18. He did all these frauds to bring his parents back together, who were separated due to harsh financial conditions. The film is a combination of some funny comic scenes, significant actions, and brilliant acting. This movie is also included in our list of movies based on true stories.
This list is indeed based on personal opinion.
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