Revealing the flaws of Japanese society, the 1995 sarin gas attack in the Tokyo subway prompted Murakami to return to his homeland, whose conformism he rejected, to examine it closely. This led to the creation of two works: Underground and 1Q84.
Voodoo tradition is too often victim of misperceptions and stereotypes in the Western imagination. In Togo, Voodoo is revealed in all its splendour and complexity. Through spectacular ceremonies, consultations and rites, an intimate connection is revealed that unites the visible world with that of invisible forces. By giving a voice to those who live and practise Voodoo, an authentic and nuanced perspective emerges, revealing the richness of this mysterious spirituality. It's a genuine burst of curiosity about a living heritage and the sumptuousness of its traditions.
Film essay that narrates the relationship between a young filmmaker and his grandfather: Jaime de Armiñán. The grandson writes him a letter that will take them to travel together through vital places in both lives.
Get ready for a powerful story of resilience, love for place, and commitment to service, as you learn the origins and ongoing work done by Christian Appalachian Project (CAP). This film features artists, writers, community leaders, and policymakers--alongside CAP employees and volunteers. "Hearts of Hope" is a visual history of both CAP and the Appalachian region, showcasing an often-stigmatized region through the lens of one organization's work to combat harmful stereotypes.
On her 70-year career, Louise Bourgeois has established herself as a world-renowned artist who left an indelible mark on the art world. This film offers an intimate portrait of this sculptor whose art is a reflection of her personal life. With exclusive audio recordings and unpublished personal archives, it tells the story of the artist’s life and work as they merge. Louise Bourgeois is her work and her sculpture is her body.
Witness the fierce early battles of WWI-Liege, Mons, and the grueling retreat-where bravery clashed with chaos in a fight for survival against all odds.
The documentary aims to create a captivating, yet uncomfortable and hypnotic portrait of Carmen, a Flamenco dancer who struggles to get by in Seville. Following the repetitive details of her routine and using a mix of observational filming, experimental editing, and conventional narrative, the film seeks to engage the viewer's senses.
Underpass is located at the intersection of material deformations and the genre tropes of horrors and thrillers. The defining event of the second half of the 20th century – the assassination of John Fitzgerald Kennedy, is in the film combined with the creative decomposition of grainy 8mm film. The dread of the initial shock is conveyed by non-figurative scratches and omnipresent eye-like perforations. The internal rhythm was set to recording from a police dictabelt, which captured the global encounter with the real in a similarly unstable vein.
This gripping documentary unveils the world before the WWI, the tensions simmering beneath empires, and the Sarajevo assassination that ignited the deadliest conflict yet. A clash of nations, a war unforeseen history was never the same.
Track the rise of the Third Reich as Germany sweeps through Europe, from the invasion of Poland to the fall of France. As Britain stands alone, political turmoil unfolds, leading to Neville Chamberlain's resignation-a turning point in the war's darkest hour.
"Something to Call Our Own" is a compelling documentary that delves into the origins, obstacles, and evolution of modern CHamoru dance. From the small island of Guam to the international stage of FestPAC, the documentary showcases the inspiring story of cultural revival, resilience, and the ongoing journey to reclaim and preserve a tradition that belongs to the CHamoru people. Once silenced by colonization, the CHamoru people rise—through song, chant, and dance. At the heart of this revival stands Master Frank Rabon, who dared to reimagine a lost tradition, giving it back to the generations who longed for it. From the shores of Guam to the world stage of FestPAC the CHamoru people reclaim their identity, their language, their pride. Through every movement, there’s a dance and with every dance they declare: We are still here and this is Something to Call Our Own.
The isolation of the Greek countryside combined with the lifestyle that a musical instrument maker leads, a lifestyle that many would consider peculiar, creates an interesting reality, one that is simple, yet unconventional. A portrait that will introduce us to the world of flamenco, uniting cultures and musical traditions around the world.