Inspiring Tales of Heroism: A Collection of Biopics

Description: Oskar Schindler's transformation from a profiteer to a savior of over 1,000 Jewish refugees during the Holocaust is a profound example of heroism in the darkest times.

Fact: The film was shot in black and white to give it a documentary-like feel. Steven Spielberg donated his salary to the Shoah Foundation.

Description: Władysław Szpilman's survival during the Holocaust, playing the piano in hiding, is a poignant tale of survival and the power of music as a form of heroism.

Fact: Adrien Brody won an Oscar for his role. The film was based on Szpilman's memoir, published in

Description: Jean-Dominique Bauby's life after a massive stroke, where he could only communicate by blinking one eye, is a story of incredible resilience and the human spirit's capacity for creativity.

Fact: The film was shot from Bauby's perspective, with the camera often representing his limited field of vision. It won the Best Director award at Cannes.

Description: King George VI's struggle with a stammer and his eventual triumph to deliver a speech that would inspire a nation during WWII is a story of personal heroism and overcoming one's fears.

Fact: The film won four Oscars, including Best Picture. The real Lionel Logue's diaries were used to ensure the authenticity of the therapy sessions depicted.

Description: The true story of Captain Richard Phillips, who was taken hostage by Somali pirates, showcases his bravery and the heroism of the US Navy SEALs who rescued him.

Fact: Tom Hanks was nominated for an Oscar for his role. The film was shot on the actual ship, the Maersk Alabama, where the events took place.

Description: Solomon Northup's harrowing journey from freedom to slavery and back again is a testament to human endurance and the fight for justice and freedom.

Fact: The film was the first by a black director to win the Best Picture Oscar. The real Solomon Northup's memoir was published in

Description: Alan Turing's work in cracking the Enigma code during WWII, despite facing personal and societal challenges, showcases a different kind of heroism - intellectual and secretive.

Fact: Benedict Cumberbatch was nominated for an Oscar for his role. The film's title refers to Turing's test for machine intelligence.

Description: Stephen Hawking's life, marked by his battle with motor neuron disease and his groundbreaking work in physics, is a story of intellectual heroism and perseverance.

Fact: Eddie Redmayne won an Oscar for his portrayal of Hawking. The film's title refers to Hawking's quest for a unified theory of the universe.

Description: This film captures Winston Churchill's early days as Prime Minister during WWII, showcasing his pivotal role in rallying the British people against the Nazi threat. It's a testament to leadership and heroism in the face of adversity.

Fact: Gary Oldman won an Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Churchill. The film's title is a reference to Churchill's famous speech about the Battle of Britain.

Description: The untold story of three African-American women who were key players in NASA's space race, their heroism lies in their contributions to science and their fight against racial and gender discrimination.

Fact: The film was based on Margot Lee Shetterly's book of the same name. It was nominated for three Oscars.