The story of Sylvia Plath's seminal novel The Bell Jar as well as the parallels between her life and the book. The film includes an exclusive testimony more
The story of Sylvia Plath's seminal novel The Bell Jar as well as the parallels between her life and the book. The film includes an exclusive testimony from Sylvia Plath's daughter Frieda Hughes about her mother. close
More than one generation has grown up on his works. Who hasn't read Uncle Styopa? Sergey Vladimirovich made an outstanding contribution to the development more
More than one generation has grown up on his works. Who hasn't read Uncle Styopa? Sergey Vladimirovich made an outstanding contribution to the development of domestic literature. Children’s writer, poet, playwright, prominent public figure Sergei Mikhalkov, is also the author of three anthems of the Soviet Union and the Russian Federation. He also wrote scripts for popular movies and cartoons. Mikhalkov headed the satirical film magazine "Fitil", was a laureate of the Lenin and State Prizes of the USSR, was awarded three orders of Lenin, the Order of the October Revolution. In 2008, Sergei Mikhalkov was awarded the Order of the Holy Apostle Andrew the First-Called - the highest award of the country. In memory of the great writer, watch the documentary “Sergei Mikhalkov”. The story of a happy man.” close
Celebrated documentary filmmaker Emile DeAntonio discusses his comtempt for J Edgar Hoover, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and American political intolerance in general.
Celebrated documentary filmmaker Emile DeAntonio discusses his comtempt for J Edgar Hoover, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and American political intolerance in general. close
Examines the practical philosophy, the achievements and frustrations of one of New Zealand's most lively and innovative architects, Ian Athfield. The more
Examines the practical philosophy, the achievements and frustrations of one of New Zealand's most lively and innovative architects, Ian Athfield. The film provides a portrait of the architect and his work both in New Zealand and his project to design housing for 140,000 squatters from the Tondo area of Manila in the Philippines, for which Athfield won an international competition in 1975. close
A documentary incorporating footage of Montgomery Clift’s most memorable films; interviews with family and friends, and rare archival material stretching more
A documentary incorporating footage of Montgomery Clift’s most memorable films; interviews with family and friends, and rare archival material stretching back to his childhood. What develops is the story of an intense young boy who yearned for stardom, achieved notable success in such classic films as From Here to Eternity and I Confess, only to be ruined by alcohol addiction and his inability to face his own fears and homosexual desires. Montgomery Clift, as this film portrays him, may not have been a happy man but he never compromised his acting talents for Hollywood. close
A documentary about the weeks leading up to the early death of jazz legend Eric Dolphy. Centered around his last month alive and the titular record done more
A documentary about the weeks leading up to the early death of jazz legend Eric Dolphy. Centered around his last month alive and the titular record done in Holland with Misha Mengelberg and Han Bennink, the documentary traces his LA roots up through the last Charles Mingus tour that led Dolphy to stay in Europe in 1964. The interviews are with a host of contemporaries like Richard Davis, Ted Curson, Nathan Davis and those involved in the Last Date recording. The rare archival footage of Dolphy is riveting. The pictures provided by friends and family also show an intense young man whose future success was assured. close
The film takes a look back at the life of the great Houdini, escape-artist and magician extraordinaire. It also looks into his trying to debunk spiritualists more
The film takes a look back at the life of the great Houdini, escape-artist and magician extraordinaire. It also looks into his trying to debunk spiritualists and his silent movie career. It also investigates his promise to return in the afterlife if it is at all possible. close
Elia Kazan represented the American dream. An immigrant who came without anything and who became the Prince of Hollywood and Broadway after World War more
Elia Kazan represented the American dream. An immigrant who came without anything and who became the Prince of Hollywood and Broadway after World War II. Actor, theater director, filmmaker, writer, he is the founder of Actor’s Studio, a collaborator of Arthur Miller and Tennessee Williams, and a director who discovered Marlon Brando and James Dean. close
South Korean football megastar Heung-Min Son has rapidly become one of Asia's most famous football exports. We follow Son's journey from childhood, to more
South Korean football megastar Heung-Min Son has rapidly become one of Asia's most famous football exports. We follow Son's journey from childhood, to his first professional contract in Germany, his move to the Premier League with Spurs featuring the highs...and the lows. close
Documentary film "Ballet Romance". Kasatkina plus Vasilyov" is dedicated to a unique creative and married duo - ballerina Natalia Kasatkina and her husband, more
Documentary film "Ballet Romance". Kasatkina plus Vasilyov" is dedicated to a unique creative and married duo - ballerina Natalia Kasatkina and her husband, choreographer and screenwriter Vladimir Vasilyov.
Once their family life began on the orders of the special services – to go on tour abroad, required a stamp in the passport. However, such a prosaic beginning did not become an obstacle to a happy marriage - for more than fifty years, Kasatkina and Vasilev have been living soul to soul. In "Ballet Novel." Kasatkina plus Vasilyov share their memories of decades together in life and art. close
Singer and musician Howlin Wolfe is one of the greatest blues artists of our time, including Jimmy Reed and Maddie Watters. He stood at the origins of more
Singer and musician Howlin Wolfe is one of the greatest blues artists of our time, including Jimmy Reed and Maddie Watters. He stood at the origins of the famous Chicago blues school, had an excellent voice, played wonderfully on harmony, which became so his signature musical instrument that along with the guitar was even engraved on his tombstones. The film “Lightning Strike in the Smoke Pipe: The Legendary Howlin Wolfe” is dedicated to the life and work of this outstanding musician, whose real name was Chester Arthur Burnett. Howlin Wolf, which in English means “howling wolf”, he chose his pseudonym under the influence of his grandfather, who in childhood often frightened the wolves of a restless grandson. close
With this poetic collection of photos, news footage, and home movies, filmmaker Mikhail Zheleznikov takes stock of his childhood in the USSR and post-Soviet St. Petersburg.
With this poetic collection of photos, news footage, and home movies, filmmaker Mikhail Zheleznikov takes stock of his childhood in the USSR and post-Soviet St. Petersburg. close
Stephanie’s brother Gregor is about to make the biggest decision of his life. He has joined the Catholic order of the Steyler Missionaries to become a more
Stephanie’s brother Gregor is about to make the biggest decision of his life. He has joined the Catholic order of the Steyler Missionaries to become a monk. If he doesn’t have a change of heart, he will take his final vows in a year’s time and commit to a life of chastity, poverty, obedience and service to the Catholic Church. Stephanie is highly critical of his choice. They come from a Catholic background, but Stephanie had her own reasons to break with the family tradition. They haven’t spoken in ten years. This film is Stephanie’s quest to understand her brother’s extreme decision and explore his world that lies behind the thick monastery walls. What she discovers may prove to be far more than she bargained for. close
In 1976, Canadian stuntman Ken Carter declared his intention to jump a mile over the St. Lawrence Seaway in a rocket powered car. In 2008, Canadian musician more
In 1976, Canadian stuntman Ken Carter declared his intention to jump a mile over the St. Lawrence Seaway in a rocket powered car. In 2008, Canadian musician Mark Haney declared his intention to pay tribute to Ken Carter in the form of a concept album for solo double bass. In 2011, Canadian filmmaker John Bolton declared his intention to make a "musical docudrama" about both men. Aim for the Roses is a one-of-a-kind film, about a one-of-a-kind album, about a one-of-a-kind stunt, all three of which could only happen in Canada. close
Where God Likes to Be focuses on three young protagonists full of hope and promise - Andi Running Wolf, Edward Tailfeathers, and Douglas Fitzgerald - more
Where God Likes to Be focuses on three young protagonists full of hope and promise - Andi Running Wolf, Edward Tailfeathers, and Douglas Fitzgerald - following them over the course of a summer that marks a turning point in all of their lives. Each grapples with whether to leave, pursuing opportunities far from home, or stay behind with friends and family potentially struggling with limited opportunity and marginalization. A picture emerges of the reservation as a cherished home that nurtures identity. close
Made for German television, the "script" of this semi-documentary account of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's life consists of the actual letters written to more
Made for German television, the "script" of this semi-documentary account of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's life consists of the actual letters written to and by composer, while performers act out the events onscreen. The film covers Mozart's creative output from ages seven to 20. Compositions written after the film's time frame are also heard on the omnipresent soundtrack. As a bonus to music purists, the original orchestrations -- and original instruments -- are utilized. close
In this edition of the award-winning composer series from HBO, Franz Liszt, portrayed wonderfully by Geordie Johnson, is one of Europe's finest pianists, more
In this edition of the award-winning composer series from HBO, Franz Liszt, portrayed wonderfully by Geordie Johnson, is one of Europe's finest pianists, rich and famous beyond compare, but he is frustrated by his inability to find the inspiration to compose his own music. But when Liszt takes Josy, a young violin virtuoso, under his wing, he awakens his own creativity. Features music from Carnival in Pest, The Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2, and The Mephisto Waltz. Historically accurate and musically adept, this video is a valuable resource for music appreciation programs. close
Beautiful is a 2011 Indian Malayalam musical drama thriller film written by Anoop Menon and directed by V. K. Prakash. The film stars Jayasurya, Anoop more
Beautiful is a 2011 Indian Malayalam musical drama thriller film written by Anoop Menon and directed by V. K. Prakash. The film stars Jayasurya, Anoop Menon and Meghana Raj in the lead roles. The cinematography was by Jomon T. John and the music was composed by Ratheesh Vegha. It tells the story about the intense bonding of two friends, one quadriplegic and other a musician. The film released on 2 December 2011 to predominantly positive reviews close
An intimate window into the artistic journey of singer/songwriter Ana Egge as she grapples with difficult family issues and gets a welcome opportunity to boost her career.
An intimate window into the artistic journey of singer/songwriter Ana Egge as she grapples with difficult family issues and gets a welcome opportunity to boost her career. close
Featuring contributions from legendary team-mates and opponents, friends and family, this is the definitive story of Ronaldo, encompassing his meteoric more
Featuring contributions from legendary team-mates and opponents, friends and family, this is the definitive story of Ronaldo, encompassing his meteoric rise, his spectacular fall (including one of football’s biggest mysteries) and the World Cup’s greatest ever redemption story. close
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