History

Answer 1: All areas of history including wars, notable events, biopics, cultures, art movements and even economic or technological advances have formed stories for the screen.

Answer 2: Historical events and figures provide a clear narrative. There is established information available to help write and produce movies with easy reference.

Answer 3: Yes, while not always intentionally most often filmmakers take liberties with details to improve a story narrative. Sometimes facts must shift to provide a stronger presentation for audiences

Answer 4: Movies present new perspective on all things and by viewing the story we as an audience gain an opinion on past events. Some times with new understanding.

Answer 5: The genres vary a great deal. Including historical drama, epic war films, western, sci fi that also have historical connection, biography, period pieces as well as docu-dramas and full documentary work.

Answer 6: Films can often show cycles repeating. Certain themes tend to play out and by using the context of the past we learn more on how problems often remain constant.

Answer 7: By showing real period architecture, clothing, style and more all creates a connection to the real period from the past.

Answer 8: Many production studios hire consultants. These expert work to verify set pieces, fashion designs, dialog, and story accuracy by working on set through entire production of the movie.

Answer 9: Yes it common. Historical settings for costumes and set design can take part in award shows. Writing will often win at major events as well. Even the acting or musical score often get special praise.