7.9
Arguably second only to Muddy Waters among the Mississippi Delta singers who traveled north and pioneered urban electric blues (their supposed rivalry is the subject of one of this DVD's bonus features), Wolf was a big, imposing man with an inimitable, booming voice and a lasting influence on generations of rock & rollers--all of which comes across in the 90-minute film.
7.8
CREATE OR DIE is a feature documentary that explores the world of indie filmmaking through the lens of director David Axe. Driven by an insatiable desire to create, David assembles a team to shoot his passion project, an ambitious movie-within-a-movie called ACORN, in the Georgia backwoods. But when tragedy strikes on set, doubt and tension threaten to bring an end to their production.
7.8
John Daly, an ex-Neo Nazi, fled to Israel when his gang tried to kill him for being Jewish. An old Skinhead friend finds John 25 years later and suggests they visit concentration camps in an effort to make amends for their past.
7.8
#artoffline is a feature documentary that explores contemporary art and its problematic relationship with information technology.
7.8
This program is a fascinating journey into the pristine flooded Rainforests of the Peruvian Amazon to investigate the mysterious Red-Faced Uakari monkey, rarely seen by the outside world and never filmed until now.
7.8
Trace the evolution of the hip hop movement — from hard core to reggaeton to whatever style comes next — with the very biggest names in the genre.
7.8
A revealing look at the story of Tupac Shakur—poet of the streets, critically acclaimed actor, and one of rap music's most controversial figures.
7.8
Longtime fans of bluegrass music and those only recently discovering it will appreciate this documentary on the genre, which was born of a combination of African and Celtic sounds and is the base of American country music. This film traces the musical form from its Appalachian roots to the present. The rise, fall, and consistent revival of bluegrass chronicled through oral history and visual record, resulting in a priceless film that even casual fans are sure to enjoy.
7.8
Documentary - This 1982 film explains the KGB infiltration of America. Who they are, what they are doing, and how well they have infiltrated North America. - Harold Brown, Nikita Khrushchev, V.I. Lenin
7.7
Against a rich Hollywood backdrop, "Commitment to Life" documents the true story of the fight against HIV/AIDS in Los Angeles - and how an intrepid group of people living with HIV/AIDS, doctors, movie stars, studio moguls and activists changed the course of the epidemic.
7.7
The Purple Pie Place is a seasonal shop that serves delicious pies and ice cream. Located in Custer, South Dakota, they opened in 1981 to serve homemade treats to those visiting the Black Hills. Follow Yuliia on her journey as the fourth owner of the Purple Pie Place throughout the 2022 season!
7.7
Lev, a 54-year-old divorced Orthodox Jew, attends conversion therapy hoping to be remarried to a woman. He attends one-on-one therapy sessions and group therapy, trying to diminish his unwanted same-sex attractions. At the same time, Ben, a 23-year-old social work student, seven years into conversion therapy, starts having doubts. In the Jewish Orthodox world, where he grew up, he was taught homosexuality is a fault that one can “cure”, but when he went to university, he was surprised to discover conversion therapy is considered harmful and dangerous. Ben sets out on a research to discover the truth about conversion therapy, and learns that the way out is harder and more winding than he thought.
7.7
Above and Beyond highlights one of the most compelling escape and survival stories from World War II. On December 1, 1943, Bruce Sundlun's bomber drew fire from German fighter planes and crashed in Nazi-occupied Belgium. With help from an underground network, Bruce fled to occupied France, where he joined the Resistance. He would go on to spy for the OSS, the precursor to the CIA.
7.7
Dinner with Lloyd is a feature length documentary about the legendary independent film director Lloyd Kaufman and Troma Films. The documentary, captures the zany Lloyd Kaufman as he talks about his life, his work, independent film, and the state of the film industry.
7.7
Short-listed as one of the 15 best documentaries of the year, Mugabe And The White African is the story of one family's astonishing bravery as they fight to protect their property, their livelihood and their country. Mike Campbell is one of the few white farmers left in Zimbabwe since its leader, Robert Mugabe, enacted his disastrous land redistribution program. Once the breadbasket of Africa, Zimbabwe has since spiraled into chaos, the economy decimated as farms given to Mugabe cronies are run into ruin. After enduring years of intimidation and threats, Campbell decides to take action. Unable to call upon help from his country's authorities, he challenges Mugabe before an international court.
7.7
Documentary - A filmmaker follows the campaign of Daniel Byington, a libertarian going up against Democratic Party House Leader Dick Gephardt in the 2002 Congressional elections. The film explores the question of the value of a two-party system.
7.7
Commissioned to make a propaganda film about the 1936 Olympic Games in Germany, director Leni Riefenstahl created a celebration of the human form. This first half of her two-part film opens with a renowned introduction that compares modern Olympians to classical Greek heroes, then goes on to provide thrilling in-the-moment coverage of some of the games' most celebrated moments, including African-American athlete Jesse Owens winning a then-unprecedented four gold medals.
7.6
Mutah Beale, better known as Napoleon of Tupac Shakur's infamous rap group "The Outlawz" goes through an emotional roller coaster since birth. From witnessing his parents murder in front of him at the age of three, to reaching the attaining stardom with Tupac Shakur, and surviving shoot outs and more, Mutah goes through trails and tribulations that lead him to a life of spirituality.
7.6
Obesity is the biggest health crisis on the planet. This documentary explains the reasons for our rapid weight gain and looks at what we can do about it.
7.6
Can you and your friends slow the spread of a devastating global disease? (and promote other positive behaviors?) A Social Cure tells the stories of five unique individuals as their lives intersect with the HIV epidemic in South Africa. These stories together reveal humanity's newfound ability to affect change through our own personal relationships.
7.6
The Bug is about one of the most recognizable and beloved vehicles on the planet: The Volkswagen Beetle. From its dark past in pre-WWII Germany to the Summer of Love, this car captured the hearts and minds of millions of people around the world. This film explores not only the history of this automotive icon, but also the intense emotional connection it has with its owners past and present... including Ewan McGregor and his experience with his first VW Bug as a sixteen year old.
7.6
An investigative and powerfully emotional documentary about the epidemic of rape of soldiers within the US military, the institutions that perpetuate and cover up its existence, and its profound personal and social consequences.
