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Pictures from a Revolution

1991

Pictures from a Revolution

1991
6.1
In 1981, Susan Meiselas published "Nicaragua, June 1978 to July 1979," 70 photographs she took documenting the Sandanista revolution. Ten years later, Meiselas returns looking for the people who appear in the photographs: where are they now, what do they remember, what do they think of their country and of the revolution? She finds a woman who buried her husband when she was 14; she talks to those who fought the Guarda Nacional - some are disillusioned, some still have the fervor of revolution; she talks to mothers about their sons; she finds a Guarda member who became a Contra. And she offers her own reflections on time and history and on the moment and meaning of a photograph.
Silent Stories

2011

Silent Stories

2011
5.2
Two women and two men tell their stories of exile caused by being lesbian, transgender, bisexual and gay.
Dad's in Heaven With Nixon

2010

Dad's in Heaven With Nixon

2010
6
Dad's in Heaven with Nixon is a 2010 documentary film produced, directed and written by Tom Murray. It concerns the history of the Murray family and especially of Tom's brother Chris Murray, a man with autism whose paintings of cityscapes, first promoted by family friend Gloria Vanderbilt, have garnered widespread praise. The title refers to Chris' belief that his late father, who loathed Richard Nixon, is now friends in heaven with the former president. Ranging over three generations of Murrays, whose patriarchs struggled with alcoholism and bipolar disorder, the film treats of subjects ranging from father-son relationships to the Great Depression, from the effects of divorce on families to the cushy lifestyle of the residents of Southhampton, New York.
The Happiest Toddler on the Block

2004

The Happiest Toddler on the Block

2004
In "The Happiest Toddler", Dr. Harvey Karp, noted pediatrician and child development expert, reveals a totally new and extraordinarily effective way to communicate with our "uncivilized" little toddlers. For the past 30 years, Dr. Karp has taught his remarkable techniques to thousands of parents from working moms to superstars like Madonna! And now, America's top doctors are lining up to praise this revolutionary new approach that will change parenting forever!
Shakespeare High

2012

Shakespeare High

2012
6.3
SHAKESPEARE HIGH is a feature-length documentary about a determined group of teens whose immersion in the Drama Teachers Association of Southern California's high school drama program compels them to overcome their difficulties and create better lives for themselves. Among the many famous alumni/ae of this almost 100 year-old program are Kevin Spacey, Val Kilmer, Mare Winningham and Richard Dreyfuss, all featured in the movie.
CAPiTA: Defenders of Awesome

2011

CAPiTA: Defenders of Awesome

2011
4.8
A classic featuring some of the best snowboarders in the world. Including the 2011 nominees for Men's Rider of the Year, Women's Rider of the Year and Rookie of the Year, the CAPiTA team is stacked and delivers hot snowboarding in this team video.
The Perfect Cappuccino

2008

The Perfect Cappuccino

2008
6
The Perfect Cappuccino is a documentary about of one woman's obsession with finding that perfect blend of espresso and milk.
Soft Machine: Legacy

2006

Soft Machine: Legacy

2006
As a celestial phenomenon neighboring the musical big bang of the Sixties, The Soft Machine Legacy echoes the melodious growl of an era when rock'n'roll, blues, jazz, jazz-rock, funk, soul, pop were, as yet, nothing more than a magma of sounds challenging the musicians' ability to shape the course of music to come. In those days, Soft Machine symbolized the uncompromising dialog between those rock and jazz musicians who were determined to create a synthesis of the untamed energy of rock and the improvisational thrust of jazz. Forty years later, The Soft Machine Legacy musicians have not forsaken their dreams. Immune to the leveling pressures of show biz, Hugh Hopper, John Marshall, John Etheridge and Elton Dean -who passed away shortly after this last reunion at the New Morning - still mesmerize their fans. Whether the cheeks be rosy, or the heads speckled with grey freedom is ageless. Recorded live at the New Morning, Paris on December 12th, 2005 by New Morning Vision.
The Happiest Baby on the Block

2002

The Happiest Baby on the Block

2002
7
THE HAPPIEST BABY reveals a secret used for centuries by the world's top parents...the calming reflex. It is almost an "off switch" for your baby's crying and an "on switch" for sleep. With just a little practice, you'll calm most crying fast...and add 1-3 hours to your baby's sleep! For over 30 years, Dr. Karp has taught his remarkable techniques to over a million parents.
Ready, Set, Bag!

2008

Ready, Set, Bag!

2008
6.2
Competition of grocery store baggers to name the National Best Bagger at the 2008 National Grocery Bagging competition in Las Vegas.
Salt

2009

Salt

2009
5.2
SALT is the story of award winning and internationally renowned photographer, Murray Fredericks on his annual solo pilgrimage to the heart of Lake Eyre in the remote north corner of South Australia. It is a piece on the personal journey of the artist, the creative process and the landscape itself. Alone on the most featureless landscape on earth, Murray's personal video diary captures the beauty of this bleak, empty and desolate environment - and provides the catalyst for an unexpected personal transformation. Told with subtlety, care and gentle dry humor, SALT is the story of what emanates from emptiness. By combining the breathtaking imagery of this surreal landscape with the hauntingly delicate sounds of Aajinta's "Harmonic Sphere's, it attempts to identify what lies beneath the surface of our reality and how 'something' can be produced from 'nothing'. SALT interweaves Murray's sublime pictures...
Ocean Aquarium

2008

Ocean Aquarium

2008
Scenes from an ocean aquarium.
Life's Good

2025

Life's Good

2025
Directed by Lih-Kuei Chen, this film honours Professor Chiou’s legacy and traces his journey from early disillusionment under martial law in Taiwan, to formative years in the United States, and decades of community-based activism in Australia. Through interviews, archival footage, and his own writings, the film explores Cold War exile, the making of diasporic identity, and the small but powerful role of critical thought in shaping transnational Taiwanese democracy. More than a portrait of a single intellectual, the documentary reflects on broader dynamics of cultural resistance, diaspora diplomacy, and the political life of ideas beyond the Taiwan/China binary.
Kazam

2023

Kazam

2023
7
The Flying Fercos

2024

The Flying Fercos

2024
The Flying Fercos delves into the lives of a family who shared their home-and their stage-with over 20 lions, tigers, and panthers.
Hot Water: Investigating Australia's Marine Ecosystem

2025

Hot Water: Investigating Australia's Marine Ecosystem

2025
A vibrant journey across Australia’s marine wonders, Hot Water highlights eco-heroes fighting ocean acidity and inspires action to protect the nation’s pristine marine environments.
The Way to Yourself

2025

The Way to Yourself

2025
Social documentary about coaches and autistic children
Blackbird: Legacy of Innovation

2018

Blackbird: Legacy of Innovation

2018
"Blackbird: Legacy of Innovation", uncovers the secretive corridors of Lockheed Martin's Skunk Works during the creation of the SR-71 Blackbird, an engineering marvel that redefined the limits of speed and altitude. Through interviews with pilots who tamed this beast of the skies and insights into the relentless innovation that drove its development, this documentary reveals the relentless pursuit of excellence that defined an era of aviation history and unveils the legacy of an aircraft that transformed the aerospace industry forever.
Sawyer Brown: Get Me to the Stage on Time

2024

Sawyer Brown: Get Me to the Stage on Time

2024
The story explores Sawyer Brown's 40-year career, featuring interviews, live performances, hit songs pushing country boundaries, clashes with Nashville establishment, and behind-the-scenes footage.
Indivisible

2024

Indivisible

2024
At the heart of happiness lies the desire for love. Each hero, a resident of the village of Nedelnoye, seeks a specific form of this feeling: romantic love, love for a neighbor, a mother, a homeland, or their village. Will they find happiness?