Historical

Historical films are movies that chronicle actual historical events with varying degrees of accuracy; some moreso than others. While even the most serious of historical dramas may attempt to stay true to the record as much as possible, there is always going to be some measure for error.

There is also a subgenre of historical films known as Alternative history. These are movies that have the trappings of a historical drama, but for one reason or another, diverge greatly from the historical record.

Historical films
These are films that attempt to present an accurate portrayal of historical events.

Quasi-historical films
These are films that have the trappings of historical accuracy, but may also include material where the director or screenwriter takes a little creative license.
 * Full Metal Jacket (1987)
 * Tower of London (1939)

Alternative history
Yeah, this is where all the movies featuring U.S. presidents killing vampires and German dictators getting shot to shit in a Paris theater go.