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American Art in the 1960s

1972

American Art in the 1960s

1972
During this critical decade in American life, artists built on the styles of the 1950s. An explosion of artistic energy produced Pop Art, Minimalism, color-field painting, and hard-edged abstraction. Sculptors and painters on both coasts explored new methods and new subject matter. American Art in the Sixties examines the key figures of that decade including Rauschenberg and Johns, two crucial transitional figures between Abstract Expressionism and the sensibilities of the new decade. The art of that time mirrors the optimism and the affluence, and the technology and the vulgarity of those boom years.
Caroline Flack: Her Life and Death

2021

Caroline Flack: Her Life and Death

2021
4
A tribute to one of Britain's biggest TV stars, telling the story of Caroline Flack's life and the impact that fame, mental health issues, press and social media had on her.
Saving Flipper

2009

Saving Flipper

2009
Our love affair with dolphins began with 'Flipper' and ended in a multi-million dollar industry of abuse. From the dazzling sea shows where dolphins are driven to suicide, to an annual dolphin slaughter in a small cove in Japan, 'Saving Flipper' reveals the nightmare behind the dolphin's indelible smile.
The Last American Colony

2019

The Last American Colony

2019
Puerto Rico, the last relic of colonization in the western hemisphere, has been a dependent territory of the USA since 1917. Los Macheteros and one of its leaders Juan Segarra have been fighting for its full independence for many decades.
Loves Me, Loves Me Not

2021

Loves Me, Loves Me Not

2021
Twenty young people share their thoughts and experiences about love and romantic relationships in 2020.
Holy Frit

2023

Holy Frit

2023
In this three-year race against time, Tim Carey, a talented, yet unknown L.A. artist, bluffs his way into winning the commission to create the largest stained-glass window of its kind. The problem is, he doesn't know how to make it. After a desperate search, he finds someone who might have the answer: a famous glass maestro named Narcissus Quagliata.
The Human Tower

2012

The Human Tower

2012
6
Three countries. One passion to make a tower of hundreds of people, of their trust in each other, to get close enough and balance long enough, to go ten levels of humans high into the sky.
Modernism, Inc.: The Eliot Noyes Design Story

2024

Modernism, Inc.: The Eliot Noyes Design Story

2024
The life and work of influential mid-century architect and designer Eliot Noyes, who is best remembered as the man behind IBM's landmark design program in the 1950s and 1960s.
Marilyn Monroe: Beauty is Pain

2021

Marilyn Monroe: Beauty is Pain

2021
6
Marilyn Monroe is easily the most iconic woman of 20th Century Hollywood. Born Norma Jeane Mortenson and raised in Los Angeles, Marilyn reached the height of fame in Hollywood, leaving behind the troubled world that Norma Jeane had once lived in. Her undeniable sex appeal and star quality still has as much influence today as it did then, and her image can still be seen in major cities around the world. Marilyn created a legacy that continues decades after her tragic death, and has a history of iconic moments that will keep her at the forefront of Hollywood forever.
American Comandante

2015

American Comandante

2015
8
U.S. citizen William Morgan rises to power in Cuba during the Cuban Revolution.
DPRK: The Land Of Whispers

2013

DPRK: The Land Of Whispers

2013
6.5
"Land of Whispers" invites you to visit arguably the most unique and isolated travel destination in the world - not to criticize, but to observe and listen. Aside from usual highlights such as Pyongyang or Arirang, this unique one-man documentary brings you to areas such as Chongjin or Wonson, still virtually unknown to even google or wikipedia. There, I attempt to pierce through the ever-present 'national mythology' and as much as possible, I try to connect with people - such as the waitress mesmerized by tablet computers, or a tour guide cautiously fascinated by modern pop culture.
Bettie Page: Bondage Queen

1998

Bettie Page: Bondage Queen

1998
6
Bettie Page - famous for her pin up modeling - and other glamour girls appear in bondage photos and short films. These unique classics are the first film sources of today's fetish and BDSM scene and appear nowadays surreal, tender and joyful.
All in My Power

2021

All in My Power

2021
5.4
On March 1st, 2020, New York recorded its first COVID-19 case. Nine weeks later, 12 healthcare professionals were asked to share their experiences fighting a new kind of war no one could have prepared them for.
Serial Killer Culture

2014

Serial Killer Culture

2014
6.1
Serial Killer Culture examines the reasons why artists and collectors are fascinated by serial killers.
Queen Under Review: 1980 - 1991

2007

Queen Under Review: 1980 - 1991

2007
This documentary includes historical musical performances re-assessed by a panel of esteemed experts, as well as obscure footage, rare interviews and rarely seen photographs.
WWII Declassified: The New World Rescues the Old

2025

WWII Declassified: The New World Rescues the Old

2025
5.2
From the retreat at Dunkirk to the invasion of Normandy, this documentary follows WWII's turning points. Witness the Allies' struggle, strategic battles, and ultimate push toward victory as they fight to reclaim Europe from Nazi control. A gripping journey through history.
The Beatles: The Complete Story

2010

The Beatles: The Complete Story

2010
8.5
This remarkable five DVD box set and bonus CD take the viewer on a journey from the early days of the Cavern Club to the worldwide superstardom of John Paul George and Ringo. Its release is perfectly timed for the recent resurgence of interest in the early history of the band following the film Nowhere Boy which delves into John Lennon's teen years. The boxed set contains rare film newsreel and performance footage mostly unseen photographs and interviews and two compelling documentaries about John Lennon and George Harrison. Both films - John Lennon: The Messenger and George Harrison: The Quiet One - are a 'must see' for any Beatles fan. Tony Sheridan is a British singer-songwriter and guitarist most famous for his performances in Hamburg with backing band The Beat Brothers. No prizes for guessing who they eventually became! Paul McCartney considered Sheridan their 'teacher'. The CD contains rare recordings of The Beatles performing together with Tony Sheridan.
Here to be Heard: The Story of The Slits

2018

Here to be Heard: The Story of The Slits

2018
6.1
The tale of the formation, journey and end of the seminal Punk/Reggae band The Slits.
The Challenge

2016

The Challenge

2016
6.7
Director Yuri Ancarani crosses the Persian Gulf to accompany a falconer to an important competition, entering the surreal world of wealthy Qatari sheikhs with a passion for amateur falconry. The opulence of this Middle Eastern gas state is on full display as the men race SUVs up and down sand dunes, fly their prized falcons around on private jets, and take their pet cheetahs out for desert spins in their souped-up Ferraris.
EXPO: Magic of the White City

2005

EXPO: Magic of the White City

2005
6.9
Explore the world of 1893 through a cinematic visit to Chicago's Columbian Exposition. Many of the world's greatest achievements in art, architecture, science, technology and culture are unveiled there. The grounds were designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, famous for his design of New York City's Central Park, and constructed under the supervision of Daniel Burnham. The Fair was an engineering marvel. On opening day, President Grover Cleveland depressed a golden telegraph key which sent the first courses of electricity throughout the Fair powering fountains, machines, electric railways and thousands of lights. It was the first use of electricity on such a massive scale. Nearly 28 million visit the "White City," which inspires future innovators like Henry Ford, Walt Disney and Frank Lloyd Wright, and debuts the Ferris Wheel and Cracker Jack.