Top Rated Documentary Movies - Page 439

Supervention

2013

Supervention

2013
7.3
The film "Supervention" addresses all aspects of modern free-skiing.
The Mighty Spirit

1999

The Mighty Spirit

1999
6.6
An overview of brazilian spirituality and religions.
By the Lake

1994

By the Lake

1994
5.8
Bokanowski returns to the complex - and mind-bending - optical array of pinholes, mirrors, prisms, and refractive substrates of his earlier film, La Plage to create the whimsical and playful Au bord du lac. The film is composed of mundane, everyday scenes of recreation and leisure on an idyllic, sunny day at a park that overlooks a lake - rowing a boat, playing a game of volleyball, rollerskating, bicycling, reading a newspaper, sunbathing, riding on horseback, or strolling on the promenade - shot through optical distortions to create fractured and knotted images that resemble embellished, gothic fairytale illustrations or appear to resolve into morphing, geometric patterns of fluid motion. Evoking the vibrant colors and sun-soaked palette of an invigorated Vincent van Gogh in Arles, Bokanowski transforms the quotidian into an infinitely mesmerizing dynamic kaleidoscope of shape-shifting textures and self-reconstituting objects of organic, abstract art.
Happy Birthday to John

1997

Happy Birthday to John

1997
4.8
On October 9th, 1972 an exhibition of John Lennon/Yoko Ono's art, designed by the Master of the Fluxus movement, George Maciunas, opened at the Syracuse Museum of Art, in New York. On the same day an unusual group of John's and Yoko's friends, including Ringo, Allen Ginsberg, Paul Krasner, and many others, gathered to celebrate John's birthday. This film is a visual and audio record of that event.
Free Spirits

2013

Free Spirits

2013
6.9
Free Spirits tells the colorful story of the Spirits of St. Louis – an entertaining and at times controversial team featuring stars like Marvin "Bad News" Barnes and James "Fly" Williams with an upstart sportscaster named Bob Costas calling the play-by-play.
Letters to Jackie: Remembering President Kennedy

2013

Letters to Jackie: Remembering President Kennedy

2013
6.6
Revisits President John F. Kennedy's presidential legacy through 21 of the more than 800,000 condolence letters written to Jackie Kennedy after JFK's assassination. Based on a book by Ellen Fitzpatrick
The New Black

2013

The New Black

2013
5.2
The New Black is a documentary that tells the story of how the African-American community is grappling with the gay rights issue in light of the recent gay marriage movement and the fight over civil rights. The film documents activists, families and clergy on both sides of the campaign to legalize gay marriage and examines homophobia in the black community's institutional pillar-the black church and reveals the Christian right wing's strategy of exploiting this phenomenon in order to pursue an anti-gay political agenda. The New Black takes viewers into the pews and onto the streets and provides a seat at the kitchen table as it tells the story of the historic fight to win marriage equality in Maryland and charts the evolution of this divisive issue within the black community.
Intimate Interviews: Bela Lugosi

1931

Intimate Interviews: Bela Lugosi

1931
6.8
Actor Bela Lugosi discusses his career, his social life, and his feelings about his most famous role, Count Dracula.
Conspiracy of Silence

1993

Conspiracy of Silence

1993
9
"Conspiracy of Silence" is a powerful, disturbing documentary revealing a nationwide child abuse and pedophilia ring that leads to the highest levels of government. Featuring intrepid investigator John DeCamp, a highly decorated Vietnam war veteran and 16-year Nebraska state senator, "Conspiracy of Silence" reveals how rogue elements at all levels of government have been involved in systematic child abuse and pedophilia to feed the base desires of key politicians
Buying Sex

2013

Buying Sex

2013
6.2
Timely and wise, this feature documentary explores the state of prostitution laws in Canada. Buying Sex captures the complexity of the issue by listening to the frequently conflicting voices of sex workers, policy-makers, lawyers and even the male buyers who make their claim for why prostitution is good for society. Examining the realities in Sweden and New Zealand, and respecting the differences of ideology as Canada works its way toward an uneasy consensus, the film challenges us to think for ourselves and offers a gripping and invaluable account of just what is at stake for all of us.
Wake Up

2010

Wake Up

2010
6.4
Jonas Elrod woke up one day with the ability to see and hear angels, demons and ghosts. Filmed over the course of three years, this documentary follows Jonas and his girlfriend as they try to understand the phenomenon.
Corey Haim: Me, Myself and I

1989

Corey Haim: Me, Myself and I

1989
6.4
Corey Haim wrote and starred in this exploitation movie, which is dedicated entirely to himself. Through the course of it, we are led on a tour of his "everyday life, " which includes a one-on-one hockey game with a middle aged man, him modelling the latest fashions, and several "heartfelt" talks about what a decent guy he is. Written by Duke
Aspen

1991

Aspen

1991
6.1
A film about a town famous in the 19th century for silver mining and now known for its scenic splendor, mountains, skiing, hiking, music, intellectual activity and fashionable people. The film documents the daily life and activities of the people who live, work, visit and play in Aspen in the winter.
Why Beauty Matters

2009

Why Beauty Matters

2009
8.8
Contemporary philosopher Roger Scruton presents a fascinating argument for the importance of beauty in our art and in our lives, and explores what truly is and is not beautiful, regardless of its beholder.
Cyberpunk

1990

Cyberpunk

1990
6.6
Stylistic documentary about the cyberpunk movement. William Gibson, author of cyberpunk classic Neuromancer, and Timothy Leary, famous advocate of psychedelic drugs, share their thoughts on the future of society and technology.
A Defeated People

1946

A Defeated People

1946
6.1
A Defeated People is a 1946 British documentary short film made by the Crown Film Unit, directed by Humphrey Jennings and narrated by William Hartnell. The film depicts the shattered state of Germany, both physically and as a society, in the immediate aftermath of World War II. The narration explains what is being done – and what needs to be done – both by the occupying Allied forces and the German people themselves to build a better Germany from the ruins.
One Direction: I Love One Direction

2013

One Direction: I Love One Direction

2013
7.7
Documentary about the London-based pop quintet. Featuring footage and photographs taken by their fans, as well as input from their audience the world over who offer their opinions on the band and recount their experiences, the film explores the reasons behind One Direction's huge success. The program also includes interviews with the band members themselves.
Major Fraud

2003

Major Fraud

2003
7.7
Footage from the game show "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" is examined to reveal how a contestant almost cheated his way to the jackpot.
Made in America

2013

Made in America

2013
4.2
Hip-hop artist Jay-Z organizes the "Budweiser Made In America" music festival.
The Drummer for the Red Cross

1977

The Drummer for the Red Cross

1977
6.9
Colourful orphanage life.

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