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Man of Aran (1934)
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Naqoyqatsi
A visual montage portrait of our contemporary world dominated by globalized technology and violence.
Last Breath
A commercial diver is stranded on the seabed with only five minutes of oxygen supply, but with no chance of rescue for more than 30 minutes. With access to amazing archival footage, this is the true story of one manâs impossible fight for survival.
14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible
In 2019, Nepalese mountain climber Nirmal âNimsâ Purja set out to do the unthinkable by climbing the worldâs fourteen highest summits in less than seven months. (The previous record was eight years). He called the effort âProject Possible 14/7â and saw it as a way to inspire others to strive for greater heights in any pursuit. The film follows his team as they seek to defy naysayers and push the limits of human endurance.
Rapa Nui
Inter-tribal rivalry leads to a competition to erect a huge Maoi statue in record time before Make can take part in the race to retrieve the egg of a Sooty Tern. The reward for winning this race is to rule the island for one year.
Road
Brothers addicted to speed at any price. Documentary following the motorcycle road racing careers, and fate, of the Dunlop family.
The Secret of Kells
Adventure awaits 12 year old Brendan who must fight Vikings and a serpent god to find a crystal and complete the legendary Book of Kells. In order to finish Brother Aiden's book, Brendan must overcome his deepest fears on a secret quest that will take him beyond the abbey walls and into the enchanted forest where dangerous mythical creatures hide. Will Brendan succeed in his quest?
The Black Stallion
While traveling with his father, young Alec becomes fascinated by a mysterious Arabian stallion that is brought on board and stabled in the ship he is sailing on. When it tragically sinks both he and the horse survive only to be stranded on a deserted island. He befriends it, so when finally rescued both return to his home where they soon meet Henry Dailey, a once successful trainer. Together they begin training the horse to race against the fastest ones in the world.
Powaqqatsi
An exploration of technologically developing nations and the effect the transition to Western-style modernization has had on them.
Deepsea Challenge 3D
Described as being a film about determination, danger and the oceanâs greatest depths, James Cameron's "Deepsea Challenge 3D" tells the story of Cameronâs journey to fulfill his boyhood dream of becoming an explorer. The movie offers a unique insight into Cameron's world as he makes that dream reality â and makes history â by becoming the first person to travel solo to the deepest point on the planet.
Koyaanisqatsi
Takes us to locations all around the US and shows us the heavy toll that modern technology is having on humans and the earth. The visual tone poem contains neither dialogue nor a vocalized narration: its tone is set by the juxtaposition of images and the exceptional music by Philip Glass.
The Class of â92
A detailing of the rise to prominence and global sporting superstardom of six supremely talented young Manchester United football players (David Beckham, Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Phil and Gary Neville). The film covers the period 1992-1999, culminating in Manchester United's European Cup triumph.
Girl Rising
Nine filmmakers each profile a young girl from a different part of the world to weave a global tapestry of youth in the 21st century.
The Sea Beast
When a young girl stows away on the ship of a legendary sea monster hunter, they launch an epic journey into uncharted waters â and make history to boot.
Air Force Elite: Thunderbirds
The elite pilots of the Air Force Thunderbirds display exceptional skill, trust and courage during a high-stakes training season.
The Biggest Little Farm
The successes and failures of a couple determined to live in harmony with nature on a farm outside of Los Angeles are lovingly chronicled by filmmaking farmer John Chester, in this inspiring documentary.
Kiss the Ground
Sheds light on an alternative approach to farming called âregenerative agricultureâ that could balance our climate, replenish our vast water supplies, and feed the world.
Deep Blue
Deep Blue is a major documentary feature film shot by the BBC Natural History Unit. An epic cinematic rollercoaster ride for all ages, Deep Blue uses amazing footage to tell us the story of our oceans and the life they support.
Hitting the Apex
The inside story of six fighters â six of the fastest motorcycle racers of all time â and of the fates that awaited them at the peak of the sport. It's the story of what is at stake for all of them: all that can be won, and all that can be lost, when you go chasing glory at over two hundred miles an hour â on a motorcycle. But this documentary is also an opportunity to understand the passionate relationship that links the pilots, the technical teams and the legions of fans to the spirit of GP Moto.
Kings of the Sun
In order to flee from powerful enemies, young Mayan king Balam leads his people north across the Gulf of Mexico to the coast of what will become the United States. They build a home in the new land but come into conflict with a tribe of Native Americans led by their chief, Black Eagle, while both Balam and Black Eagle fall in love the beautiful Mayan princess Ixchel.
Steve McQueen: The Man & Le Mans
Steve McQueen: The Man & Le Mans interweaves stunning newly discovered footage and voice recordings with original interviews. It is the true story of how a cinema legend would risk almost everything in pursuit of his dream.
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