| Christa McAuliffe: Reach for the Stars |
  Christa McAuliffe: Reach for the Stars2006Susan Sarandon narrates this biographical portrait of social studies teacher turned astronaut Christa McAuliffe, a remarkable woman who won a spot on the ill-fated space shuttle Challenger but never lived to see herself in outer space. With music composed by Carly Simon and never-before-seen footage of McAuliffe and her family, this documentary celebrates her achievements in life and mourns the tragedy of her untimely death. Directed by:Mary Jo Godges
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| | Why Should the Devil Have All the Good Music? |
 Why Should the Devil Have All the Good Music?2004What is Christian rock? Directors Vickie Hunter and Heather Whinna approach this question methodically in their insightful documentary, which explores the genre's development and includes interviews with artists who discuss the obstacles they face in a secular industry. Dismissed by critics when its musicians first appeared on the scene, Christian rock has gradually gained momentum and has literally rocked the conventions of music and religion. Directed by:Heather Whinna
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|  George W. Bushisms2004He didn't really say that ... did he?! "Dubya" is the butt of this collection of presidential bloopers and weird sayings ("Bushisms") from the 2004 presidential campaign. Hosted by comedian Brian Unger and featuring a comically caustic commentary by radio and TV personality Al Franken and author Jacob Weisberg, this video is a hilarious, off-the-cuff rip on our sometimes tongue-tied commander in chief. Directed by:Elizabeth Reeder
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|  The Third Wave2007This uplifting documentary follows New York filmmaker Alison Thompson and her boyfriend, Oscar Gubernati, as they travel to Sri Lanka after the 2004 tsunami, intending to help in any way they can. Directed by:Alison Thompson
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 Double Tide2009Building on a series of documentary films about work, filmmaker Sharon Lockhart shadows a female clam digger who makes her living trolling for mollusks on the shores of Maine, dutifully combing the mud flats at dawn and at dusk. The film not only sheds light on a little-known occupation but also skillfully captures the striking juxtaposition between the strain of the woman's effort and the serenity of her surroundings. Directed by:Sharon Lockhart
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| | Oz Encounters: UFOs in Australia |
 Oz Encounters: UFOs in Australia1997The mystery of UFOs is universal, as this video proves through a series of interviews with folks from down under, who provide personal accounts of the flying craft they've witnessed in the Australian night sky. People of all ages and from all walks of life report what they've seen -- and what they believe to be true. Included are re-creations of the sightings and scientific musings on the explanations behind them. Directed by:Debbie Byrne
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2.8 Average Rating |
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|  How to Cook Your Life2007German filmmaker Doris Dörrie documents a summer in the life of renowned Zen practitioner and cook Edward Espe Brown as he teaches culinary classes in Zen centers in Austria and California, revealing the role food plays in our bodies and spirits. Directed by:
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| | Innocent Until Proven Guilty |
 Innocent Until Proven Guilty1999James Forman, a 31-year-old public defender and son of a civil rights leader, provides representation for black youth in Washington, D.C., who can't afford their own attorneys in this riveting documentary that goes inside the criminal justice system. Director Kirsten Johnson's award-winning film also sheds light on the difficulties that ex-offenders face when trying to break the cycle of crime and imprisonment. Directed by:Kirsten Johnson
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 Venus Boyz2002Meet a group of women who explore their masculine sides as "drag kings" in this offbeat documentary. Using a legendary Drag King Night in New York as a starting point, we follow some of the women into their lives, whether their drag persona is an identity they assume part-time or full-time. Drag kings in London and Zurich are also interviewed, including some who are experimenting with hormones to accelerate their masculinity. Directed by:Gabrielle Baur
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2.8 Average Rating |
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|  Poison Dust2005By telling the stories of three veterans of the war in Iraq who haven't been able to find explanations for the medical problems they've suffered since their 2003 tours of duty, director Sue Harris reveals a public health issue few people are aware of. Could the increased use of radioactive depleted-uranium weapons -- and a subsequent Pentagon cover-up -- be to blame for the rise in serious health issues among soldiers returning from Iraq? Directed by:Sue Harris
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|  Pond & River1996In this installment of the award-winning Eyewitness series, the filmmakers use cool and quirky photography to examine how rivers and ponds have a sweeping impact on human and animal life. Keep an eye out for some angry piranhas and friendly river dolphins, as well as breathtaking views of waterfalls. Distinguished actor Martin Sheen narrates this educational and family-friendly program. Directed by:Leanne Pooley
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| | Family Values: An American Tragedy |
 Family Values: An American Tragedy1996This riveting documentary traces the experiences of filmmaker Pam Walton as she struggles to reunite with her "family values" father after a long-standing rift. Rus Walton -- a radical religious fundamentalist -- disowned his daughter because of her lesbian lifestyle. Although he once suggested that practicing homosexuals should be executed, Pam is willing to pay the emotional price to fulfill her longing for parental acceptance. Directed by:Pam Walton
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 State of Aloha2009Documentarian Anne Misawa offers a provocative, thoughtful look at the first 50 years of Hawaii's statehood. How did it become the 50th state of the U.S., and how did residents in 1959 feel about the change? How do they feel now about their history? Influential citizens, historians and people from all walks of life are interviewed about their diverse culture for this film, an important contribution to a University of Hawaii research initiative. Directed by:Anne Misawa
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| | The Story of Mothers & Daughters |
 The Story of Mothers & Daughters1997This poignant documentary from directors Judith Leonard, Catherine Ryan and Gary Weimberg explores the rich complexity of mother-daughter relationships as told by women themselves in scores of candid interviews. Honoring the sometimes close, sometimes fractious, but always vital link moms share with their girls, this film celebrates how these relationships evolve in stages from birth through adulthood to the end of life. Directed by:Judith Leonard
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|  Disarm2005Anti-personnel landmines injure or kill tens of thousands of civilians every year. This gripping documentary from directors Mary Wareham and Brian Liu investigates the personal and political toll exacted by this form of weaponry. Featuring shocking footage from Burma, Iraq, Colombia and Afghanistan, the film also includes interviews with numerous landmine victims, aid workers and diplomats, as well as Nobel Peace Prize winner Jody Williams. Directed by:Mary Wareham
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| | The Man Who Studies Murder |
 The Man Who Studies Murder2003Elliott Leyton, the subject of this riveting documentary by filmmaker Barbara Doran, can't help but be fascinating; that's because Leyton, who teaches at the Memorial University in Newfoundland, is also a valuable ally for law enforcement officials who need his expertise in psychology and criminal behavior to catch some of the most heinous criminals: serial killers. See how Leyton uses his knowledge to catch sociopaths before they kill again. Directed by:Barbara Doran
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  Now and Then1995Waxing nostalgic about the bittersweet passage from childhood to puberty in this tender coming-of-age tale, four childhood girlfriends -- Teeny, Chrissy, Samantha and Roberta -- recall the magical summer of 1970. During their walk down memory lane, they reconcile experiences with boys, secrets, bullies and more. Lesli Linka Glatter directs; Gaby Hoffmann, Ashleigh Aston Moore, Cloris Leachman, Thora Birch and Christina Ricci co-star. Directed by:Lesli Linka Glatter
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Now and Then (1995) A heartwarming movie about four childhood girlfriends who, in adulthood reunion, relive their experience of the life-changing summer of 1970, including a mystery death, divorce, standing up to the boys, first kiss, and the meaning of true friendship. Each explores her unique identity amidst family and friends. Beautifully directed by Lesli Linka Glatter.
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