Ascension
The absorbingly cinematic Ascension explores the pursuit of the “Chinese Dream.” Driven by mesmerizing—and sometimes humorous—imagery, this observational documentary presents a contemporary vision of China that prioritizes productivity and innovation above all.
Genre: Documentary
Director: Jessica Kingdon
The 41st Day
Follow Ryan Hall, America’s fastest marathon runner, in his search for courage, faith, and overcoming the impossible. Following a disastrous showing at the 2012 Olympic Games, Ryan Hall, then America’s…
De Palma
An intimate conversation between filmmakers, chronicling De Palma’s 55-year career, his life, and his filmmaking process, with revealing anecdotes and, of course, a wealth of film clips.
Million Dollar Moon Rock Heist
A new British documentary is set to reveal the incredible story behind the multi-million dollar moon rock heist at NASA – and how it was an inside job. In July…
Bruno v Tyson
The full story of an epic in-ring rivalry and the fascinating personal relationship that went along with it.
Lost Soul: The Doomed Journey of Richard Stanley’s “Island of Dr. Moreau”
The story of the insane scandals related to the remake of “Island of Dr. Moreau” —originally a novel by H. G. Wells—, which was brought to the big screen in…
Tokyo-Ga
German director Wim Wenders made this documentary in which he tries to explore the Tokyo that was depicted in the films of Yasujiro Ozu. When Wenders visits Tokyo for the…
City Hall
An epic look at Boston’s city government, covering racial justice, housing, climate action, and more.
Drug$
A feature-length documentary about the soaring price of medicines in the U.S., featuring interviews with academics, patients, advocates and political leaders, including Senator Bernie Sanders and Congressman Elijah Cummings. In…
Over Ireland
Get rare views of Ireland in this unique video tour of the Emerald Isle featuring expert cinematography from an accomplished aerial production team and an original musical score. See the…
The Last Cruise
Using intimate footage recorded by passengers and crew, The Last Cruise is a first-person account of the nightmare that transpired aboard the ill-fated Diamond Princess cruise ship, which set sail…
The Pervert’s Guide to Cinema
The Pervert’s Guide to Cinema offers an introduction into some of Žižek’s most exciting ideas on fantasy, reality, sexuality, subjectivity, desire, materiality and cinematic form. Whether he is untangling the…
Which Way Home
“Which Way Home” is a feature documentary film that follows unaccompanied child migrants, on their journey through Mexico, as they try to reach the United States.