Life wrote these stories: Best movies based on true events
Scenes from films that will leave no one indifferent (Collage: RBC-Ukraine)
Movies based on real events always capture special attention because they're inspired by true human stories. These films not only entertain but also offer a fresh perspective on famous events and remarkable people.
RBC-Ukraine shares its own selection of movies that prove real life sometimes writes the most powerful scripts.
The Intouchables (Intouchables, 2011)
One of the warmest and most beloved French comedy-dramas.
The film is based on the true story of a wealthy man who is left quadriplegic after a paragliding accident and the caregiver from a troubled background who is hired to look after him.
Despite their vastly different personalities and outlooks on life, the two men develop an extraordinary friendship that changes both of their lives.
The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)
This biographical drama is based on the true story of entrepreneur Chris Gardner.
The film follows a single father struggling to raise his young son while facing unemployment, financial hardship, and even homelessness. Despite overwhelming obstacles, he refuses to give up on his dream and continues fighting for a better future.
It's a powerful and inspiring film about perseverance, resilience, and believing in yourself.
Hachi: A Dog's Tale (2009)
The film tells the story of a college professor who unexpectedly finds a lost Akita puppy. Over the years, the two develop an extraordinary bond, with the dog faithfully accompanying his owner to the train station each morning and greeting him after work every day.
The movie is based on the true story of Hachikō in Japan, who continued returning to the station every day for nine years after his owner's death, faithfully waiting for him to come home.
This remarkable story made Hachikō a global symbol of loyalty and devotion.
Arthur the King (2024)
The film is based on a true story that took place during the 2014 Adventure Racing World Championship in Ecuador.
The story follows a team of endurance athletes who are unexpectedly joined by an exhausted stray dog they name Arthur. Despite injuries and the brutal conditions of the race, Arthur travels hundreds of miles through the jungle alongside the team, becoming an irreplaceable companion on their unforgettable journey.
Arthur's story eventually became known around the world and inspired this film adaptation.
The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)
The film tells the true story of stockbroker Jordan Belfort, who built a multimillion-dollar financial empire in a remarkably short time.
His immense wealth, extravagant lifestyle, and fraudulent financial schemes made him one of the most notorious figures on Wall Street.
Catch Me If You Can (2002)
The film is based on the life of Frank Abagnale Jr., one of the most famous con artists of the 20th century.
Before reaching adulthood, he had already posed as a pilot, doctor, and lawyer, skillfully forging documents and checks. At the same time, he was pursued for years by an FBI agent determined to put an end to his scams. This thrilling cat-and-mouse chase became the foundation of the film's plot.
Oppenheimer (2023)
The film explores the life of American physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer, who led the development of the first atomic bomb during World War II.
The film explores not only the work behind the secret Manhattan Project but also the complex moral consequences of a discovery that changed the course of world history. The story is based on real events and the scientist’s biography.
The Imitation Game (2014)
The film takes viewers back to the time of World War II, when British mathematician Alan Turing and a team of cryptographers attempted to break the code of the German encryption machine Enigma.
Turing’s groundbreaking work became one of the key factors that helped the Allies move closer to victory.
