In the Executioner’s Shadow examines the death penalty's profound moral conflicts. A former executioner nearly kills an innocent man; a bombing victim wrestles with the concept of justice; and grieving parents fight to spare their daughter's killer. This powerful film forces viewers to confront t...

“My Enemy, My Brother” tells the incredible true story of Zahed, an Iranian child soldier, and Najah, a conscripted Iraqi, who faced each other in the Iran-Iraq War. Finding Najah critically wounded, Zahed defied orders and saved his enemy's life. Their lives diverged, and they had no contact for...

This anti-Western film uses a 'fake North Korean' found-footage device to critique American cultural influence. From its unique perspective, it first parodies propaganda stylings, then targets the hypocrisies of the modern Western narrative. Described as a damning indictment of 21st-century cultu...

"Almost There" explores time, dignity, and life's fleeting nature. Retirees seek happiness and rest. Bob finds his inner tough guy in the Californian desert. Steve, a drag comedian, reconciles with his past in Benidorm. In Tokyo, Yamada rediscovers joy reading to children.

“On the Inside of a Military Dictatorship” reveals the military’s script for a “disciplined democracy” in Myanmar, casting Aung San Suu Kyi in a contrived role. With unique access to key players like Suu Kyi and President Thein Sein, the film re-examines the known crisis through a radical new len...

A young Gazan filmmaker, Mohamed Jabaly, joins an ambulance crew during the 2014 war. His raw, first-person account captures his country's story with compassion and honesty. While violence dominates headlines, Jabaly's lens reveals the hidden human stories. Led by veteran captain Abu Marzouq, the...

In 'Dreams from the Outback,' the Kimberley's Aboriginal communities grapple with transition. Best friends Gabriel and Peter fight to preserve ancient traditions with little support. Felicity battles to heal her family from neglect, while teenage brothers Billy and Jordan meet for the first time....

Glitz vs. lethargy. "Golden Age" reveals The Palace, Miami's #1 senior living community: a Versailles-like luxury hotel in a permanent party. But beneath the marble and chandeliers, anxiety persists and old age is a booming market. A dizzying look at our universal relationship with aging.

Idomeni is a film about life in a refugee camp, a place suspended in time. It captures the parallel lives of adults and children confined in their own world. The children, living in a protective bubble with little outside contact, care for each other. The film focuses not on dramatic journeys, bu...

Terminally ill with muscular dystrophy, Janette chooses a dignified, physician-assisted death. Her son Simon, who inherited the illness, understands. Her daughter Bridget pleads for more time. As Janette prepares for her final journey, her family grapples with a profound question: Do we own our l...

AI invades our minds & bodies. From cyborgs to sex robots, this journey challenges our ethics & humanity. Wake up now. A global tour guided by researcher Dr. Michael Laakasuo. What values will we keep?

Our sensory world has transformed since we started driving. Cars have anthropologically modified us, altering our perception of space, speed, and our environment. This colorful history has reshaped human experience itself. But with our unconditional love for cars now at a turning point, a questio...

“Ocean Of Grass” is an immersive documentary capturing a year on a 130-year-old Nebraska Sandhills ranch. This lyrical film reveals the sparse, rugged lifestyle through its intriguing personalities: old-school patriarchs, artistic ranchers, and young innovators. Witness family legacies, tragedy, ...

Filmmaker Sally Steele reunites the legendary Burnette family, "Raised On Rock." Her mission: heal the rift that tore them apart. Traveling the U.S., she uncovers the amazing history of Johnny & Dorsey Burnette's Rock and Roll Trio, who influenced Elvis & The Beatles. The goal? A dramatic final p...

“Bad Attitude: The Art of Spain Rodriguez” is an intimate portrait by his wife, Susan Stern. It charts the life of the legendary “working-class Latino hood, crossed with crazy artist, crossed with left-wing radical.” From WWII propaganda to 1960s underground comix and modern graphic novels, it’s ...

The gripping story of Reverend Kenneth McKoy, St. Louis' "Pastor of the Streets." His Nightlife Ministry fights an epidemic of mental illness and drug addiction while actively interrupting gun violence in a city notoriously known as America's murder capital.

Artist Rolf Schulf toiled endlessly to make his dream a reality: the majestic Mundo King Castle in the Dominican Republic. This cosmic exploration paints his portrait of tireless pursuit, proving if you dream it, they will come.

A century ago, Mata Hari was executed as a German spy. Was she truly a dangerous seductress, leveraging her sexuality against the WWI establishment? Or was she merely a scapegoat, a victim of a desperate climate of fear and blame as the war dragged on? Her dramatic story remains a subject of fier...

Amid a global pandemic, a remarkable dance unfolds in Taiwan's natural landscapes. A group of extraordinarily independent dancers, who are disabled, showcase their bodies with powerful grace. Their movement is not a performance, but a profound posture for life itself. This beautiful choreography,...

Success in combat hinges on knowledge of enemy strengths and weaknesses. Reconnaissance units are specialized soldiers and marines trained to operate behind enemy lines. Their mission: gather vital intelligence. We explore their rigorous, specialized training.

Peru's ancient cultures revered water and land. Today, its people maintain this sacred bond. From coastal fishermen and highland farmers to Amazonian river navigators, this journey through spectacular landscapes reveals how water remains the vital source of life, connecting Peruvians to their her...

A meta-doc questioning our news consumption. It follows refugees & the reporters shadowing them during the European crisis, asking: what happens when the cameras turn off?

Argentinian songwriter Tomi Lebrero stars in an eccentric road movie across the pampas. Eschewing clichés, he travels with two mares and a colt, meeting wild characters. This modern minstrel narrates his journey through songs that paint the landscapes and the beautiful, complex simplicity of its ...

For years, blind musician Peter has lived in Plan, an isolated Pyrenean village. Far from urban support, he survives through his rock music. Yet, despite recording a new album, the crushing daily routine and haunting memories wear him down. The seasons feel endless, the sheep bells grow incessant...