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Harry & Meghan: A Modern Royal Romance
Meet the new royal couple and their entourage as we follow their story from the beginning of their romance through their engagement announcement and discover how an American actress will soon be a member of the British Royal family.

- 2018
The Scythian
These are times when one civilization is replacing another. A new era is about to begin in Central Eurasia. Scythians, the proud warriors, are all but gone. The few of their descendants have become ruthless mercenary assassins, the "waves of Ares." Lutobor, is a soldier with a difficult task at hand. He becomes involved in internecine conflicts and sets off on a perilous journey to save his family. His guide is a captive Scythian by the name of Weasel. Lutobor and Weasel are enemies. They pray to different gods but must embark on this journey together. They brave the wild steppes, moving toward the last haven of the Scythians, to what seems to be their inevitable demise.

- 2018
Beyond Hoarding
"Beyond Hoarding" takes a fresh look at hoarding through the experiences of people afflicted with this compulsion. Mental health experts shed light on this psychiatric disorder which is treatable.

- 2019
Watson
Co-founder of Greenpeace and founder of Sea Shepherd, Captain Paul Watson has spent 40 years fighting to end the destruction of the ocean's wildlife and its habitat.

- 2019
Fine Lines
An introspective journey on the lessons life has taught 20 legends of the vertical world. At times brutally honest, other times pensive, these athletes' stories reveal the triumph of the human spirit, and the profound and unique connection formed as they overcome the world's fiercest physical and mental obstacles.

- 2019
Pigeon Kings
Men in South Central Los Angeles find hope through their dedication to somersaulting pigeons.

- 2020
Murder in the Front Row: The San Francisco Bay Area Thrash Metal Story
In the early 1980's, a small group of dedicated Bay Area headbangers shunned the hard rock of MTV and Hollywood hairspray bands in favor of a more dangerous brand of metal that became known as thrash. From the tape trading network to the clubs to the record stores and fanzines, director Adam Dubin reveals how the scene nurtured the music and the music spawned a movement. Murder In The Front Row is told through powerful first person testimony and stunning animation and photography. The film is a social study of a group of young people defying the odds and building something essential for themselves. Featuring interviews with Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer, Anthrax, Exodus, Testament, Death Angel, Possessed, and many more. Narrated by Brian Posehn.

- 2019
Fire in Babylon
During much of the late 50s and throughout the 60s, the West Indies Cricket Team put up outstanding displays of both batting and bowling the world over, but were never exactly the undisputed best like England or Australia. All of this changed quickly enough when after clinching the 1975 World Cup under Clive Lloyd, West Indies travelled to Australia and were beaten miserably 5-1, with pace legend Dennis Lillee making a mockery out of the famed Caribbean batting line-up. Lloyd replicated the same formula and having beaten India 2-1 with pacers like Michael Holding and Andy Roberts at his disposal with the same strategy, travelled to England in 1976. However, English skipper Tony Greig still considered the scheme a fluke and stated in an interview that he "intends to make the West Indies GROVEL". Fuelled by what they deemed was racism from a South Africa born Englishman, Lloyd's battery wrecked havoc, winning the series 3-0. From there on, there was no looking back, with the likes Joel Garner, Colin Croft and a refined Malcolm Marshall too joining the squad, West Indies defeated each and every opponent in the path, paving way for future greats like Curtly Ambrose and Courtney Walsh, as West Indies from the start of 1980 till 1995 literally ruled world cricket, something no other team in the history of any other sport has ever accomplished till date.

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- 2010
The Bone Yard
The story of American serial killer Leonard Thomas Lake and his accomplice Charles Ng. The documentary starts with the cyanide poisoning suicide of Lake, the ensuing investigation, and the horrors that were discovered.

- 2000
The Pearl
The Pearl is a cinematic and intimate profile of 4 transgender women that come out in their senior years. Set in logging towns in the Pacific NW the visceral, observational story explores what it means to leave behind living as a man.

- 2016
My Life So Far
Memoir of the lives of a family growing up on a post World War I British estate headed up by a strong disciplinarian...

- 1999
Loreto: The Mystery of The Holy House
An exclusive documentary investigation into one of the most fascinating and controversial mysteries of Christianity. How was the Holy House of the Virgin Mary transported from its original location in Nazareth, Palestine, to the town of Loreto on Italy's Adriatic coast?
- 2010
To Walk with Lions
George Adamson fights to save Kenya's wildlife. Together with his young assistant Tony Fitzjohn, he battles to keep the animals on his game reserve, and "Kora", from dangerous poachers.

- 1999
Chasing the Dragon
Donnie Yen stars as infamous real-life drug kingpin Crippled Ho, who came to Hong Kong an illegal immigrant in 1963 and ruthlessly carved an empire from the chaotic underworld of drug dealers and corrupt police that ruled the city under notorious detective Lee Rock (Andy Lau).

- 2017
Time Well Spent
Surfer/filmmaker James Fazio sets out to tell the stories of four young men who have struggled with poverty, abandonment, abuse, and the loss of loved ones. Declan (Australia), Kross (Hawaii), Yeferson (Peru), and Henry (Indonesia) may have their differences, but they all share a passion for surfing that has provided the solace needed to endure their painful upbringings. In an effort to give the boys a trip they've always dreamed of and show that they can make the world a better place, James takes them to Bocas Del Toro, Panama. The four embark on a journey of self-discovery as they bring clean drinking water to impoverished villagers and surf the best waves of their lives. By empowering them to help others in need, James hopes the boys will realize their pasts don't have to define their futures.

- 2018
Johnny Cash: One Song at a Time
Retrace the remarkable story of America’s greatest country artist, one song at a time. Watch and experience the highs and lows of Johnny Cash’s career, the original man in black

- 2019
Baristas
Four passionate National Barista Champions from different parts of the globe struggle to prove themselves as they represent their country and their craft, competing to win the World Barista Championship in Seoul, South Korea.

- 2019
She Is the Ocean
SHE IS THE OCEAN - a full-length documentary about great women. An in-depth exploration into the lives of nine astonishing women from all four corners of the globe. These inspiring women share one love - the deep love for the Ocean. Heroes: Cinta Hansel - Balinese girl working on realizing her dream to surf Pipeline, Coco Ho - Pro Hawaiian surfer and daughter of Pro surfer Michael Ho, Keala Kennelly - Pro surfer and winner of the WSL "Barrel of the year 2016", Andrea Moller - Big wave surfer and winner of WSL "Women best performance 2016", Anna Bader - German high diver and 7-time European Champion in cliff diving, Rose Molina - free-diver, ballet dancer, Ocean Ramsey - Shark conservationist and free diver from Hawaii, Jeannie Chesser - Surfing icon and mother of the late legendary surfer Todd Chesser, Sylvia Earle - Marine biologist, explorer and the first female chief scientist of the U.S.

- 2018
Liam Gallagher: As It Was
Rockumentary following British singer, Liam Gallagher, as he attempts to make a solo comeback.

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- 2019
Inside the Edge: A Professional Blackjack Adventure
The documentary film, "Inside The Edge" is an unprecedented glimpse into the world of elite blackjack players as they take on casinos for millions.

- 2019
Fire and Water
For centuries, firefighters have acted as society's heroes. For one New York Firefighter, Don Eichin, water has not only acted as his weapon of safety, but also as a source of recreation.

- 2016
Lost in America
Lost in America is a feature documentary on the issue of youth homelessness in America, following director Rotimi Rainwater, a former homeless youth, and his team as they travel the country to shine a light on the epidemic of youth homelessness- highlighting issues like: human trafficking, the foster care system, youth rejected because of their sexuality, domestic violence, abuse, and more. It also examines what many organizations, politicians and other public figures are doing (or not doing) to help these youth. Featuring interviews with Jewel (executive producer), Rosario Dawson (executive producer), Jon Bon Jovi, Halle Berry, Sanaa Lathan and others, the project has captured the attention of dozens of organizations and members of Congress that have since become involved. In addition, the upcoming film campaign has been sponsored by the organization Sands Cares, Las Vegas Sands' giving program. More than a film, Lost in America is a movement. It started with one man's journey to shine a light on the realities of youth living on the streets. Then, a group of filmmakers formed a team dedicated to telling the story of this important journey. Now, this movement is spreading across the country to thousands who are standing with the film to make sure homeless youth are no longer - lost in America.

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- 2018
27 Alien Encounters
Strange and bizarre UFO encounters abound, but recent Alien encounters by highly credible eyewitnesses are so unusual and perplexing that they challenge our understanding of physics and the Universe as we know it. Many who encounter UFO's are amazed at their ability to hover noiselessly only to speed off at incredible speeds not possible with even the most advanced military craft. Many sightings report the UFOs changing shape and size; emitting beams of light over nuclear bases; illuminating roadways and entire towns with a powerful white light; and having the ability to be in one place only to reappear in another in an instant. Even more shocking is the reason behind the abductions and why the Aliens are here on Earth. World governments and military forces know the aliens are here. Explore this phenomenon that is destined to impact our society, our world structure, and our very being. WE ARE NOT ALONE. "Riveting eyewitness and insider testimony." - The UFO Vault. "Everything we've been told about Alien visitations is a Lie." - Sean Morton, UFO Chronicles. "The shocking truth about the Alien Agenda is something that the people of Earth are not prepared for." - OH Krill, author of Montauk Babies. "Humans are under the control of a strange force bending them in absurd ways, forcing their role in a bizarre game of deception." - Dr. Jacques Vallee.
- 2016
We Stand Corrected: Dannemora
We Stand Corrected: Dannemora takes an in depth look at the notorious 2015 escape from Clinton Correctional Facility, New York State's largest maximum security prison. The film gives a voice to current Corrections Officers whose lives have been impacted by the fallout and cannot speak to media, per state law. Including interviews with retired officers, state officials, and local law enforcement, the film explores circumstances that led to the escape and the consequences from it. We Stand Corrected: Dannemora offers an alternative narrative to Ben Stiller's current Showtime limited series, Escape at Dannemora.
- 2018