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Bobby Fischer Against the World

   2011    History
Bobby Fischer Against the World is a documentary feature film that explores the life of chess Grandmaster and 11th World Champion Bobby Fischer. It incorporates interviews with chess players Anthony Saidy, Larry Evans, Sam Sloan, Susan Polgar, Gary Kasparov, Asa Hoffmann, Friðrik Ólafsson, Lothar Schmid and others. It includes never-before-seen footage from the World Chess Championship 1972. The drama of Bobby Fischer's career was undeniable, from his troubled childhood, to his rock star status as World Champion and Cold War icon, to his life as a fugitive on the run.

Brats

   2024    History    HD
Step into the world of 1980s cinema with 'Brats,' a riveting documentary that delves into the iconic films starring the legendary 'Brat Pack.' Discover how movies like 'St. Elmo's Fire,' 'The Breakfast Club,' and 'Pretty in Pink' captured the raw essence of teenage angst and resonated with a generation like never before. These films didn't just become cult classics; they defined an era and left an indelible mark on pop culture. Yet, behind the glitz and glamour, the 'Brat Pack' label brought unexpected challenges and lasting effects on the careers of its young stars. Explore the highs, the lows, and the enduring legacy of these unforgettable movies and the actors who brought them to life. This is a must-watch for any film enthusiast looking to understand the profound impact of the 1980s on Hollywood and beyond.

Britney vs Spears

   2021    History
The world knows Britney Spears: performer, artist, icon. But in the last few years, her name has been publicly tied to another, more mysterious term: conservatorship. Britney vs Spears tells the explosive story of Britney’s life and her public and private search for freedom. Featuring years-long investigative work, exclusive interviews and new documents, this featured film paints a thorough portrait of the pop star’s trajectory from girl next door to a woman trapped by fame and family and her own legal status.
Director Erin Lee Carr and journalist Jenny Eliscu work to delve deep into the tangled history of Britney's conservatorship and investigate her legal fight by way of exclusive interviews and confidential evidence.

Carlos Ghosn The Last Flight

   2021    History
Carlos Ghosn – the former CEO of the Renault-Nissan Alliance, charged with financial crimes – stunned the world with his escape from Japan. Nick Green’s documentary sheds light on this multilayered story, drawing out a portrait of a fascinating character and explaining his escape to Lebanon without a passport and while he was still under house arrest.

Chasing Trane: The John Coltrane Documentary

   2016    History
The definitive documentary about an outside-the-box thinker with extraordinary talent whose boundary-shattering music continues to impact and influence people around the world. This smart, passionate, thought-provoking and uplifting documentary is for anyone who appreciates the power of music to entertain, inspire and transform. the film is produced with the full participation of the Coltrane family and the support of the record labels that collectively own the Coltrane catalog.
The film-maker John Scheinfeld brings his strong story-telling skills to the creation of a rich, textured and compelling narrative that takes the audience to unexpected places. Set against the social, political and cultural landscape of the times, 'Chasing Trane' brings John Coltrane to life as a fully dimensional being, inviting the audience to engage with Coltrane the man.

Closing the Net

   2019    History
With the killer's identity - and twisted motives - revealed, the group finds more key clues as the global police manhunt reaches a fever pitch. A question arises: Were we complicit in his crimes? Did we feed the narcissism of the monster to the point where he had to go forward?
Series: Don't F**k with Cats: Hunting an Internet Killer
How to Change Your Mind

How to Change Your Mind

2022  Medicine
Rome

Rome

  History
The Super Models

The Super Models

2023  History
Cosmos: Possible Worlds

Cosmos: Possible Worlds

2020  Science
The Hunt

The Hunt

2015  Nature
The Art Mysteries

The Art Mysteries

2020  Art
Clarkson Farm

Clarkson Farm

2021  Nature