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What does it take to go against a multinational? Esther Kiobel’s husband Barinem was one of the men executed in 1995 after revolting against Shell’s pollution of Ogoniland (Nigeria). Almost 25 years later, Esther takes Shell to court in the Netherlands.
Esther and the Law (2023 )
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Does Shangri-La really exist? Mirka Duijn goes in search of the answer in this travelogue-cum-investigation. She travels to the mountains of Tibetan China and digs into the archives to unravel the history of this mythical place. At first sight, the answer is obvious: British author James Hilton invented Shangri-La for his 1933 novel Lost Horizon, in which four characters crash land in the Kunlun Mountains and later find a magnificent monastery—a paradise on earth.
Shangri-La (Paradise Under Construction) (2023 )
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The inspiring journey of the most remarkable neighbors whose help you hope you never need - volunteer firefighters - as they encounter heart-breaking challenges and exhilarating triumphs to fulfill a single mission: serving their community.
Odd Hours, No Pay, Cool Hat (2023 )
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Sink your teeth into the captivating history of vampires, their origins in ancient folklore and their role in literature, film, TV and video games.
Immortal Obsession: A History of Vampires (2023 )
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Contemplating the future of farming in America through the day-to-day lives of four small, Midwestern, multigenerational family farms over the course of three years.
Greener Pastures (2023 )
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This documentary film is about the video game Shenmue. It tells the story of the games history, its fans, and how it impacted the gaming industry.
A Gamer's Journey - The Definitive History of Shenmue (2022 )
Deep Time: Utmost Experience Beyond Time (2023 )
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When Reza is jailed on drug charges under mysterious circumstances, his wife is forced to uproot the lives of their four children. Under Iran’s strict drug laws, Reza faces execution if convicted—a harsh sentence made harsher still by the overwhelming economic and emotional toll it takes on his family. With the future uncertain and nowhere to go, Reza’s family members find themselves at the mercy of actions taken far out of their control.
A Family Sentenced (2023 )
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Follows conservationists throughout southern Appalachia as they struggle to manage two of the most important national forests in America - the Pisgah and Nantahala. The film revolves around the Pisgah-Nantahala Forest Plan, a plan the US Forest Service is finalizing that will dictate how these two national forests are managed for the next twenty years. The result is a meditation on our relationship to nature, our role in managing lands and what it may mean for the future.
The River Runs On (2023 )
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A powerful documentary that chronicles three families and who are fighting for survival against Lyme disease. The film highlights the physical, emotional, and financial toll the disease takes on their lives, as well as the urgent need for greater awareness, testing, and treatment options.
I'm Not Crazy, I'm Sick (2023 )
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Visit six impressive collections gathered by hockey fans to preserve the jerseys, trading cards, and other memorabilia from the sport they love.
The Collectors: Original Six (2023 )
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He always comes in second in Counterstrike. But now 17-year-old Finnish super-gamer Verneri wants to be number one with the help of an e-sports psychologist. A shoot ’em up film about self-esteem, ambition and digital dreams.
The Gamer (2023 )
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When Russia annexed Crimea in 2014 it became clear to anyone that the aggressor was conducting a hybrid war against Ukraine. It conquered Crimea with a combination of disinformation, propaganda, and secret military support for rebel groups, and covert military operations. The only surprise is that many people were surprised when Russia deployed this military strategy, because it has a long history of doing so.
Limitation (2023 )
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Harold Frederick Shipman, known to acquaintances as Fred Shipman, was an English general practitioner and serial killer. He is considered to be one of the most prolific serial killers in modern history, with an estimated 250 victims. We delve into the psychology of Harold to try and understand what turned him into such a cruel murderer and how he managed to get away with it for so long.
Murderous Minds:Harold Shipman (2023 )
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A group of friends heads out to the woods where they witness UFOs and experience a life-changing alien encounter.
Blacks & UFOs (2023 )
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Federico Marretta's dream, 26000 km from Italy to Mongolia riding his motorcycle, where stories of different people, cultures and religions merged along the Silk Road. To discover himself, open his heart to other cultures and help people through volleyball.
Long Way East (2023 )
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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.
Holy Frit (2023 )
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After a life-altering experience, an influential musician is moved to challenge his Culture with a message of Resurrection in an era dedicated to murder, death, and self-destruction.
The Rightchuz Way (2023 )
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Summer 2021 – As Kabul falls to the Taliban, members of the Under-18 Afghan National Women’s Football Team attempt a daring evacuation from their homeland.
Ayenda (2023 )
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Between the Rains is a coming-of-age story of Kolei, a shepherd boy whose name translates to “living amongst the goats.” Unfolding over the course of a prolonged drought, viewers are pressed deeper into Kolei’s inner conflict as he questions not only his own identity as a warrior — a path that was chosen for him —but also the erosion of the culture that has shaped every aspect of his life. For Kolei, becoming a warrior not only shapes masculinity and personal identity, but it is also the very foundation on which this community and society root their lives. It is a sacred, guiding pillar.
Between the Rains (2023 )
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A contemplation on the meanings of movement in the migration experience: the grace and skill of a Filipina domestic worker are juxtaposed with devotional dances to the Santo Niño statue that Magellan brought to the islands in 1521. The ensuing galleon trade of silk and porcelain for New World silver initiated the global economy, and the cycle where female care labor is now the commodity in demand.
A Movement Against the Transparency of the Stars of the Seas (2023 )
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A true story about one community, one high school, and one coach; how he produced a winning football season and hit record numbers of first-generation students attending university.
I Will Soar (2023 )
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On 10th August 2021, Peter Moser took on six of the main peaks in the Pale di San Martino mountains in a single day. Inspired by mountaineering pioneers, Peter made the solo crossing by following the historic routes of the first climbers, entrusting himself only to his experience as a mountain guide.
Pioneers (2023 )
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An intimate portrait of an indestructible bond between a mother and daughter in the world of gymnastics. A tale of perseverance of will, hope, dreams and love.
Marta & Jagna: Vol. I (2023 )
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Covert chemists and fearless visionaries risk their freedom to bring LSD to the masses during the war on drugs.
Psychedelic Revolution: The Secret History of the LSD Trade (2023 )
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Unarchiving a territory. On the verge of disappearing due to industrial extractivism, we begin to glimpse what still subsists in the forest of Hornopirén, in the south of Chile. Not only do we observe it, but it also looks back at us.
Muestrario (2023 )
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A sports documentary about two distinct Nigerian athletes - a boxer and a basketballer - carving their paths to their ultimate goals.
Way to the Top (2023 )
Computers v. Crime (2023 )
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Revisiting the spectacular Himalayas on the route for ascension of Kangchenjunga Massif of 8.586m, the third highest peak of the world along with two Romanian climbers, part of an International expedition.
Voyage to Himalaya - The Kangchenjunga Expedition 2022 (2023 )
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Two filmmakers set out to talk with Vietnam veterans in the hope of learning more about a war that happened before they were born. Thinking this will be an exercise in education, they soon realize it may be even more important for the veterans. This realization turns a quick trip of discovery into a 30,000 mile, multi-year journey into these veterans’ lives, revealing the healing power speaking about their experiences, both overseas and back home, had for them and their families.
Apache Blues: Welcome Home (2023 )
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Jordan Dorrington is one of the best arcade video game players in the world. He holds multiple world records in the classic arcade game, Galaga (1981). Now eager to conquer Donkey Kong (1981), the film follows as he pursues his obscure obsession.
Arcade Gamer: The True Story (2023 )
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A down-and-dirty documentary on the influential New York Hardcore Crossover band Leeway. Witness the rise and fall of the group, through the eyes of the founding members. From battles with record labels to nightmare tour experiences, nothing is held back.
Leeway: The Forgotten Ones (2023 )