Als je genoten hebt van 'Inglourious Basterds' (2009), de meeslepende en gewaagde oorlogsfilm van Quentin Tarantino, dan ben je vast op zoek naar soortgelijke films en series. Dit artikel biedt een lijst van 10 titels die dezelfde mix van spanning, historische setting en unieke vertelstijl bieden. Of je nu houdt van gewaagde verhalen of meesterlijke regie, hier vind je gegarandeerd iets naar je smaak.

The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957)
Beschreibung: A war epic that delves into themes of honor, duty, and the psychological toll of conflict, with a memorable score and a climactic, explosive finale.
Fakt: The film won seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture. The bridge was constructed specifically for the film and was later left as a tourist attraction in Sri Lanka.


The Great Escape (1963)
Beschreibung: A classic war film about a daring escape from a POW camp, emphasizing teamwork, ingenuity, and the spirit of defiance against overwhelming odds.
Fakt: The film is based on a true story of a mass escape from Stalag Luft III during World War II. Steve McQueen performed many of his own stunts, including the famous motorcycle jump.


The Dirty Dozen (1967)
Beschreibung: A war film focusing on a group of misfit soldiers tasked with a dangerous mission, combining action, camaraderie, and a sense of rebellion against authority.
Fakt: The film was a major box office success and inspired numerous imitations. It was based on a novel of the same name, which was loosely inspired by real-life events.


Kelly's Heroes (1970)
Beschreibung: A war comedy-drama that blends action with humor, following a group of soldiers on a rogue mission behind enemy lines, driven by personal gain and camaraderie.
Fakt: The film features an early appearance by Donald Sutherland as the eccentric tank commander Oddball. The theme song, 'Burning Bridges,' became a hit.


Valkyrie (2008)
Beschreibung: A historical thriller centered on a plot to assassinate a high-ranking leader, featuring tension, moral dilemmas, and a focus on resistance within a oppressive regime.
Fakt: The film was shot on location in Germany, including at some of the actual sites where the events took place. Tom Cruise learned to speak German for his role.


Defiance (2008)
Beschreibung: A war drama about a group of Jewish partisans fighting back against their oppressors, highlighting themes of survival, resistance, and brotherhood.
Fakt: The film is based on the true story of the Bielski partisans, who saved over 1,200 Jews during the Holocaust. Daniel Craig trained with a former Israeli commando for his role.


Django Unchained (2012)
Beschreibung: A blend of historical fiction and revenge narrative, featuring stylized violence and sharp dialogue, set against a backdrop of oppression and resistance.
Fakt: The film won two Academy Awards, including Best Supporting Actor for Christoph Waltz. It was Quentin Tarantino's highest-grossing film at the time of its release.


The Monuments Men (2014)
Beschreibung: A war film with a unique focus on the preservation of art and culture, blending historical drama with a mission-driven narrative and a diverse ensemble cast.
Fakt: The film is based on the real-life Monuments, Fine Arts, and Archives program during World War II. George Clooney both directed and starred in the film.


Fury (2014)
Beschreibung: A gritty war film that explores the brutality of combat and the bonds formed between soldiers, with intense action sequences and a focus on the moral complexities of war.
Fakt: The film features a real Tiger I tank, one of only six remaining in the world. The actors underwent a rigorous boot camp to prepare for their roles.


The Hateful Eight (2015)
Beschreibung: A tense, dialogue-driven story with a mix of dark humor and brutal violence, set in a confined space where trust is scarce and betrayal is inevitable.
Fakt: The film was shot in 70mm Ultra Panavision, a format not widely used since the 1960s. It features an original score by Ennio Morricone, his first Western score in over 30 years.
