Explores the transformation of war cinema post-9/11, from "The Hurt Locker" to "American Sniper," revealing how these n…
Uncover the hidden world of fantasy gaming culture in America, where a socially-awkward filmmaker's genuine curiosity r…
This compelling documentary spotlights Judge Igor Tuleya, vilified as a public adversary for his audacious stand agains…
Exploring iconic war films, this study shows how they both heal and perpetuate violence, nationalism, and masculinity i…
This striking visual essay that explores the harsh realities of industrial fishing and its capitalist roots, revealing …
This offbeat documentary examines how films from "The Steel Helmet" to "The Green Berets" reflected and shaped U.S. vie…
Discovering an old 16mm vacation reel, an artist embarks on a journey to unveil the stark contrasts between idyllic hol…
Exploring the intersection of cinema and warfare, this documentary reveals how iconic films from "Casablanca" to "Twelv…
This gripping documentary is a heartrending exploration of love, music, and cultural divides, tracing the tumultuous ma…
This offbeat documentary delves into the intense process behind Louise Alenius's groundbreaking opera, "The Manual," ex…
Tracing cinema's early days, this exploration delves into how films from "The Birth of a Nation" to "All Quiet on the W…
An alpine guide, navigates the transforming landscapes of Karakorum, Zermatt, and Chepwa, revealing climate change's to…
In a 25-story dorm cloaked in renovation fabric, 367 students navigate lockdown isolation, their view of the outside wo…
This personal journey expands into a broader exploration of women's rights in Iran, as Keshavarz joins forces with five…
Follow the extraordinary journey of Miszka, a limbless Paralympic skier who battles to save his career and honor from t…
Explore the intertwined tapestry of poetry and activism in the life of revolutionary priest Ernesto Cardenal, whose wor…
This captivating documentary captures unique stories from passersby beneath the director's Warsaw apartment, offering a…
On April 15, 1967, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. led a delegation to the UN, petitioning for peace in the Vietnamese Confl…
Five young individuals intertwine their war experiences with Shakespeare's "Hamlet," facing the existential question of…
This thought-provoking documentary exposes the manipulative tactics of Brazilian media giants, notably TV Globo, throug…
This captivating documentary unveils the story of Georgia's legendary female chess players who, amidst the backdrop of …
In this gripping short documentary, an elderly director's introspective journey before filming her latest documentary i…
Music icon and UN Messenger of Peace, Stevie Wonder, advocates for accessibility and inclusion, particularly through th…
This intimate documentary offers insights into the lives of Italian artisans, from family industries to luxury crafts, …
Confronted with mortality after discovering health issues, filmmaker Salim Mourad embarks on an introspective journey e…
In the Peruvian southern Andes, an Aymara family gathers to honor the ancient ritual of "uywa ch'uwa," invoking the sac…
This intriguing documentary unearths forgotten cinema from the darkness of the editing room, prompting reflection on it…
In 2014, a young man sets out on a transformative four-year bicycle journey across South America, embarking on a quest …
Fabiano faces the trials of his family's agricultural business in Southern Switzerland, juggling debt, dilapidation, an…
The UN Headquarters on Manhattan's East River, featuring Niemeyer's iconic Secretariat Building, symbolizes hope and pe…
In this captivating documentary, a blind Brazilian poet Benedito Senna finds an unexpected connection with filmmaker Be…
Ex-projectionists from diverse regions of Peru unite to present a film where they take center stage, alongside former p…
A resilient woman with a turbulent past takes to the streets as a sex worker at 46 to make Christmas brighter for her g…
This absorbing documentary delves into human-made landscapes devoid of people, capturing the eerie beauty and relentles…
Explore Peru's stunning landscapes and the enduring connection between its people, water, and land, from ancient civili…
In 2015, Pope Francis addressed the United Nations, acknowledging its necessity and urging improvement, envisioning it …
With carnival on the horizon, the mingling of countryside and cityscape sparks a dynamic celebration. "Gauchos" perform…
A filmmaker returns to Costa Rica to confront her father's mortality and becomes intertwined with the mysteries of the …
Explore the fascinating realm of Bowerbirds, where elaborate nest architecture and complex courtship dances underscore …
Discover the vibrant avian world of Sydney through a documentary that showcases over a hundred bird species across city…
Journey into the heart of nature with a documentary that captures the untamed beauty of wildlife in their natural habit…
Embark on a breathtaking journey into the world of Neotropical birds, where five years of dedicated filmmaking unveils …
Dive into the hidden world of pond ecosystems, where exceptional photography and natural soundscapes reveal the intrica…
In a powerful visual ode to resistance, this gripping documentary captures the expressive power of human hands in Brazi…
Step into the world of Miro "Meky" Žbirka in an intimate documentary that explores the life, music, and soul of the cel…
Explore the heart of urban life through the experiences of construction workers, a homeless duo, and cleaners, revealin…
Revisit the impassioned plea of 12-year-old Severn Cullis-Suzuki at the 1992 Earth Summit, a forewarning that set the s…
Explore the pivotal role of Palestinian rights recognition in Middle East peace, highlighted by Kurt Waldheim during th…
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