They usually carry a deeper emotional weight. In 'Zero Dark Thirty', the years - long pursuit of bin Laden is not just about the military operation but also about the determination and sacrifice of those involved, which gives the story more layers.
They often have a sense of authenticity. For instance, in 'American Sniper', the details of the battlefields and the sniper's techniques are likely to be more accurate as they are based on real - life events.
I don't think it is. It seems more like a fictional creation to me.
One example is 'American Sniper'. It's based on the true story of Chris Kyle, a highly skilled U.S. Navy SEAL sniper. The movie shows his experiences in combat and the impact it had on his life.
One common theme is the psychological toll of being a sniper. They often have to deal with the weight of taking lives, as seen in 'American Sniper'.
There's also 'Shooter' starring Mark Wahlberg. It has elements inspired by real - life events and military sniper operations. It shows a sniper being framed and his fight to clear his name while also dealing with political intrigue and military cover - ups.
Authenticity. Since they are based on true stories, they carry a sense of real - world events and experiences. For example, if it's about a swarm of refugees, the hardships and reasons for their movement are real.
Films based on true stories usually have a connection to real - world emotions. The characters' experiences are often relatable because they actually happened to someone. In 'The Pursuit of Happyness', the struggles of the main character are based on a true story and many people can empathize with his fight for a better life. They also tend to attract more attention from the audience as people are generally curious about real events and the people involved. Additionally, they can sometimes bring about social change by highlighting important issues as seen in 'Erin Brockovich' which focused on environmental pollution and corporate negligence.
These comedies usually have a sense of authenticity. Since they are based on true stories, they can draw on real emotions and experiences. For example, in 'The Blind Side', which is based on a true story, the characters' relationships feel real and the comedic moments come from their genuine interactions within the framework of the true story. The fact that it really happened gives an extra layer of depth to the humor.
They often feel more relatable. For example, in a true - story - based romance, the characters might face real - life problems like financial difficulties or family opposition, which many people can identify with.
They tend to have a sense of authenticity. For example, the settings and events might be recognizable to those familiar with the real - life situations. Like in a manga about a historical event, the details of the era would be accurately depicted.
These films usually have a strong emotional impact. Since they are based on real events, the stories can be very moving, like stories of survival or great achievements. They can make the viewers feel a wide range of emotions from sadness to inspiration.