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The True Story (aka True Stories)

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‘The True Story' is a fascinating six-part documentary series revealing the real-life events that inspired some of Hollywood's most famous blockbusters. Episodes uncover the actual stories and characters behind classic films including Close Encounters of the Third Kind, Braveheart, and Saving Private Ryan. The series opens with a look at the true story behind Master and Commander. This meticulously researched Oscar-winning epic draws on the seafaring exploits of Captain Jack Aubrey, but find out how historical fact was adapted for the demands of the big screen.