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Tove 2020 Helsinki, 1945 The end of the war brings a new sense of artistic and social freedom for painter Tove Jansson Modern art, dizzying parties and an open relationship with a married politician Her unconventional life puts her at odds with her sculptor fathers strict ideals Toves desire for lib

Free Men 2011 Paris, occupied France, 1942 Younes, an uneducated Algerian immigrant, ekes out a very modest living on the black market When the police catches him they set him free provided he infiltrates the Paris Mosque and spies on the rector Si Kaddour Ben Ghabrit is indeed suspected not only of

The Rotterdam Bombing 2012 In 1940, a struggling poor young man falls for a girl who must pay a terrible price to save her mentally disabled brother by marrying a powerful shrewd businessman Then Rotterdam Blitz, a devastating German bombardment, begins

The Astronot (2018) Daniel was a recluse who shut out the world yet longed to touch the moon. Sandy was a light whose warmth melted his heart and propelled him to the stars.

Englands Reformation: Three Books That Changed a Nation (2017) It is 500 years since the Reformation, when England broke away from the authority of the Catholic Church. This is the story of three books at the heart of the schism. Presented by Dr Janina Ramirez.

Keep Walking (1983) The assuming of responsibility by individuals, the use of science for man and not against him, the duty of truth to increase the stature of people, all together: these are the important themes this movie debates in allegorical form. Roles are performed by non professional actors

Out of Print (2013) Out of Print draws us into the topsy-turvy world of the written word, illuminating the turbulent, exciting journey from the book through the digital revolution. Writers, publishers, readers all in flux. Booksellers closing shop. Librarians and teachers seeking new roles. Storytel

Parkland Inside Building 12 2018 Acclaimed director Charlie Minn brings attention to the victims of the infamous massacre that occurred on February 14th, 2018 at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School A normal day at school became a true nightmare for Parkland, Florida citizens as they experienced som

Apollo Missions to the Moon 2019 In the late 1960s, the United States space program neared its goal of landing a man on the Moon, but it was a journey that began years before This is the story of Project Apollo 12 years, 12 manned missions, one impossible goal With rare archival footage and audio, t

The Silent Natural (2017) HE MADE THOUSANDS OF FANS CHEER, BUT NEVER HEARD ONE. William "Dummy" Hoy was one of the first Deaf Major League Baseball players in the 1800's. Being Deaf, he introduced Hand Signals for ...

Back to the Soil (2014) In 1924, in collaboration with the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC), the Soviet government offered parcels of land in the Ukraine, Belarus, and Crimea to former merchants, whose work had been outlawed under Communist rule. The JDC provided financial, legal,

Let Fury Have the Hour 2012 In his feature directorial debut, acclaimed author, visual artist, and filmmaker Antonino DAmbrosio has fashioned a lively social history that chronicles how a generation of artists, thinkers, and activists used their creativity and their creations as a response to the re

Bezos 2023 Bezos chronicles the true life story of Jeff Bezos a humble yet awkward entrepreneur on his mission to create Amazon, the worlds largest e commerce company, and turning himself into the richest man in the world

Hannah Buddhisms Untold Journey 2014 Hannah tells the story of Buddhist pioneer Hannah Nydahl and her life bringing Tibetan Buddhism to the West From her idealistic roots in 1960s Copenhagen to the hippie trail in Nepal, Hannah and her husband Ole became two of the first Western students of His Holi

We Like It Like That 2015 Latin boogaloo is New York City It is a product of the melting pot, a colorful expression of 1960s Latino soul, straight from the streets of El Barrio, the South Bronx and Brooklyn Starring Latin boogaloo legends like Joe Bataan, Johnny Colon and Pete Rodriguez, We Like It

Metrobranding 2010 While people in Western Europe were used to choose between hundreds of brands, the communist Romanian used to have a different experience all our life we lived with only one brand for each basic product Imagine the importance that this mono brands could acquire for the lives of th

The Outsider 1979 Idealistic Vietnam veteran Michael Flaherty Wasson, enthralled by the stories told to him by his grandfather Hayden and disillusioned by the lack of a clear cut cause in Vietnam, leaves his comfortable life in a Detroit suburb and goes to Ireland to fight for the IRA, only to disco

Diller Scofidio + Renfro: Reimagining Lincoln Center and the High Line (2012) This documentary looks at architecture and design team Diller Scofidio + Renfro through the lens of two important urban projects - the High Line and Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts.

For Love and Gold (1966) A group of rogues steal a scroll granting its bearer the property of the land of Aurocastro in Apulia (south of Italy). They elect a shaggy knight, Brancaleone from Norcia, as their leader, and decide to get possession of this supposedly wealthy land. Many adventures will oc

Boom Bust Boom (2015) Terry Jones presents Boom Bust Boom. The result of a meeting between writer, director, historian and Python Terry Jones and economics professor and entrepreneur Theo Kocken. Co-written by Jones and Kocken and featuring John Cusack, Nobel Prize winners Daniel Kahneman, Robert J

Art of Conflict (2012) The murals of Northern Ireland are an expression of the region's violent Troubles. 'The Art of Conflict' examines these murals through their painters and the people who live there, exploring this unique street art's impact, purpose, and future.

Jesus of Nazareth 1977 Beginning before the Nativity and extending through the Crucifixion and Resurrection, this mini series brings to life all of the sweeping drama in the life of Jesus, as told by the Gospels

Poverty, Inc. (2014) The West has positioned itself as the protagonist of the development narrative. But the results have been mixed, in some cases even catastrophic, and developing world leaders have become increasingly vocal in calling for change. Drawing on perspectives gathered from over 150 int

Angeli senza paradiso 1970 Music lessons crescendo with a love affair as a young Franz Schubert tutors a countess in Budapest Then her fiance challenges the composer to a duel

Vaterlandsverrater 2011 Once with the Stasi, always with the Stasi Once you were in the agent controllers grasp you could never escape thats what they say, anyway Writer Paul Gratzik was an unofficial informer for the GDR State Security Service for twenty years, broke with them in the 80s and expose

Ivan the Terrible, Part II (1958) His wife dead from poisoning and his chief warrior, Kurbsky, defected to the Poles, Ivan is lonely as he pursues a unified Russia with no foreign occupiers. Needing friendship, he brings to court Kolychev, now Philip the monk, and makes him metropolitan bishop of Mo

Mr Wroes Virgins 1993 Based on the novel novel by Jane Rogers, the series follows the stories of seven young women who came to live and serve in the household of 19th century cult leader John Wroe

A Man of Action 2022 Which we follow in Lucios footsteps as part of the European anarchist movement, from his humble beginnings as a bricklayer turned bank robber, to taking the lead in one of the most important economic shenanigans of the last century But Lucio will have to choose between the anarc

Concerto A Beethoven Journey 2015 Filmed over four years, Concerto A Beethoven Journey follows world class pianist Leif Ove Andsnes as he attempts to understand and interpret one of the greatest sets of works for piano ever written Beethovens five piano concertos Considered one of the top pianists o

Allegheny Uprising 1939 In British colonial America, Captain Swansons adherence to the rules results in Trader Callendars selling to the Indians under cover of a government permit Jim Smith wont sit still for that He organizes troopers to dress up as Indians and intercept the shipments which, of cou

The 13th Day 2009 Faiths answer to the DaVinci Code, a true story of a miracle in Fatima In a world torn apart by persecution, war and oppression, three children were chosen to carry a message of hope to the world

Caviar Dreams (2017) 'Caviar Dreams' is a fish-farm-to-table journey through the history, culture, and significance of one of the world's most iconic delicacies.

Nathan East: For the Record (2014) Nathan East For The Record is a documentary film that takes viewers behind-the-scenes as one of the most influential bass players in modern music recorded his debut solo album last year. His long-awaited solo album (released in March) spent four weeks at #1 on Bill

Riveted The History of Jeans 2022 The history of jeans, from their roots in slavery to the Wild West, hippies, high fashion and hip hop

Forgotten Plague (2015) An afflicted journalist embarks on a quest to find out why the CDC and medical system have neglected his disease and left millions sidelined from life.

High Relief (2016) High Relief began as a documentary about Amendment 2 in Florida. While filming, the director had his first seizure and was diagnosed with epilepsy. The film shows the pros and cons of cannabis in Florida, Colorado, and California told by an epilepsy patient.

Lincoln@Gettysburg (2013) From PBS - How the telegraph helped Abraham Lincoln to reshape America. In 1863, Abraham Lincoln proved himself a master of a new frontier--not on the battlefields of the Civil War, but in his "high-tech" command center, the War Department Telegraph Office. The te

Levitated Mass (2013) LEVITATED MASS is the story of a rock star; the artist behind the sensation; a $10 million, 22-city tour; and the international media storm that ensued--but not in the way you might expect. Prominently displayed outside the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, renowned and reclusi

The Surrounding Game (2018) Go is the oldest game still played in its original form. In east Asia, it is hailed as one of mankind's greatest cultural achievements and considered both ancient art and national sport. At the very top, an elite cadre of professional Go players battles for dominance, bro

MLK The Assassination Tapes 2012 Relive an unspeakable tragedy detailed with unforgettable images, videos, and recordings only recently rediscovered

The Secret of Christs Tomb (2017) National Geographic is invited to follow a team of restoration experts and archaeologists as they race against time to have the Aedicule restored before the Easter ceremonies.

Coming Out Under Fire 1994 A historical account of military policy regarding homosexuals during World War II The documentary includes interviews with several gay WWII veterans

Alexs War 2022 Who is Alex Jones Looking past caricature to a human character study, Alexs War uses unprecedented access to examine the rollercoaster career of Americas most infamous, charismatic and divisive public figure

Jirôchô Fuji (1959) An all-star cast from Daiei Film Company has made "the ultimate Jirocho movie" about the legendary yakuza Shimizu no Jirocho, the biggest Boss in the Tokaido area.

Cangaceiro (1953) Brazilian movie inspired by American westerns (but losing none of its cultural integrity) about Cangaceiro (bandit) Teodoro who falls in love with a small town school teacher who his gang has kidnapped.

Messenger on a White Horse (2017) In the late 1970s, English journalist Robert Cox risked his life to publish news stories about the shocking human rights crimes of Argentina's military dictators. Decades later, the true ...

Conlanging: The Art of Crafting Tongues (2017) A deep dive into the hidden world of constructed languages and the fascinating people who make them.

Investigating a blossoming network of backyard stables, dedicated strappers, trainers, jockeys and equine enthusiasts, A Racetrack Somewhere explores the vast Australian landscape, delving into the heart of some of the country's most iconic and remote Thoroughbred racing events.