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Publisher
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
A two-part profile of Elvis Presley begins with his early life in Mississippi; his first encounter with Sun Records Sam Phillips; tours of the South; and his decision to sign with a national label after his manager, Col. Tom Parker, bought out his contract.
Publisher
Magnolia Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Tthe story of media firebrand Molly Ivins, six feet of Texas trouble who took on Good Old Boy corruption wherever she found it. Her razor-sharp wit left both sides of the aisle laughing, and craving ink in her columns. She knew the Bill of Rights was in peril and said 'Polarizing people is a good way to win an election and a good way to wreck a country.' Molly's words have proved prescient.
45) Pelé
Publisher
IFC Films
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
Pele. A name known around the world, a sports legend who changed soccer forever, and a national hero who carried the hopes and dreams of a country on his back. But before he was an icon, he was a kid from the slums of Sao Paulo, Brazil, so poor that he couldn't afford a real soccer ball.
46) Tracks
Publisher
Weinstein Company
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
The remarkable true story of Robyn Davidson (Mia Wasikowska), a young woman who leaves her life in the city to make a solo trek through almost 2,000 miles of sprawling Australian desert. Accompanied by only her dog and four unpredictable camels, she sets off on a life-changing journey of self-discovery. Along the way, she meets National Geographic photographer Rick Smolan (Adam Driver) who begins to photograph her voyage.
48) Billie
Publisher
Kino Lorber
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Documentary on the famed jazz singer Billie Holiday, and her would-be biographer.
49) RBG
Publisher
Magnolia Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
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Formats
Description
At the age of 85, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has developed a lengthy legal legacy while becoming an unexpected pop culture icon. But the unique personal journey of her rise to the nation's highest court has been largely unknown, even to some of her biggest fans - until now. RBG explores Ginsburg's life and career.
51) McConkey
Pub. Date
2014
Language
English
Description
A heartfelt documentary film about extreme skier, Shane McConkey. The legacy one athlete left to the progression of his sports, and the path he paved to conquer his dreams. Through his talent and ability to use his trademark irreverent humor, he inspired countless lives.
Series
Publisher
PBS Distibution
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
John James Audubon's story is dramatic and surprising. He was not born in America, but saw more of the North American continent than virtually anyone alive. His growing apprehension about the destruction of nature became his prophecy. As an artist and naturalist his achievements were monumental. John James Audubon: Drawn from Nature creates a meaningful portrait of Art and Science in the first decades of the 19th century.
53) Moonage daydream
Publisher
Decal
Language
English
Formats
Description
Moonlight daydream illuminates the life and genius of David Bowie, one of the most influential artists of our time. Told through sublime, kaleidoscopic, never-before-seen footage and performances, this experiential cinematic odyssey explores Bowie's creative, musical and spiritual journey. The film is guided by the icon's own narration and is the first officially sanctioned film on the artist.
Publisher
Greenwich Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
The world's greatest drummers reflect on the art of drumming and how it has shaped their lives. Features interviews with Ringo Starr from The Beatles, Taylor Hawkins from Foo Fighters, Stewart Copeland from The Police, Mickey Hart and Bill Kreutzmann from Grateful Dead, Chad Smith from Red Hot Chili Peppers, and more.
56) Julia
Publisher
Sony Pictures Classics
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
The film brings to life the legendary cookbook author and television superstar who changed the way Americans think about food, television, and even about women. Using never-before-seen archival footage, personal photos, first-person narratives, and cutting-edge, mouth-watering food cinematography, the film traces Julia Child's twelve year struggle to create and publish the revolutionary Mastering the Art of French Cooking (1961) which has sold more...
Publisher
First Run Features
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
"Miss Hill: Making Dance Matter tells the inspiring and largely unknown story of a woman whose life was defined by her love for dance. Martha Hill emerges as dance's secret weapon, someone who fought against great odds to establish dance as a legitimate art form in America. Through archival footage, lively interviews with friends and intimates, and rare footage of the spirited subject, the film explores Hills's arduous path from a Bible Belt childhood...
Series
Publisher
Gaiam Americas, Inc
Pub. Date
[2011]
Language
English
Description
What is the point of life? Its not an easy question to answer, but when Neale Donald Walsch was at life's lowest point, it was a question to which he demanded answers. He dives into lessons of love, forgiveness, and why the golden rule is universal, and so vital to our culture. Discover some of the answers to life's most challenging questions.
59) Stay human
Publisher
Cinedigm
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Award-winning musician Michael Franti takes viewers on an experiential journey through his songs and stories of people around the world who have chosen to overcome cynicism with optimism and hope. Featuring new music from Franti's tenth studio album.
Publisher
distributed by Kino Lorber
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
Follows Gerhard Richter both in and outside of his studio in the spring and summer of 2009 as he works on a series of large abstract paintings. Provides a fly-on-the-wall perspective of the very personal, tension-filled process of artistic creation.
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