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In the Company of Kings
In the Company of Kings follows a fight fan’s unforgettable journey into the dark heart of American boxing to talk to eight former World Champs and those closest to his hero, Muhammad Ali, about race, struggle, victory, defeat and picking yourself up off the canvas. Features Larry Holmes, Bernard Hopkins, Tim Witherspoon, Earnie Shavers, the Spinks brothers, Bob Arum and more.

- 2024
A Step Apart
Some experts say the American family isn't working anymore. In this production, seven step families bare their hearts and tell what it takes to make a step family work. A must-see for any step family members.

- 1992
The Butler
The film tells the story of the Prussian family von Krauss living in the Puck area, as well as the love between the Kashubian boy Mateusz and the German aristocrat Marita and is set between 1900 and 1945. The script depicts the complicated fate of three nations inhabiting the former Polish-German borderland in northern Kashubia, where the line of the border in Versailles after the First World War divided not only the land but also the people of Germans, Kashubs, and Poles, causing riots and often hatred. The script goes through four decades showing the complex attitudes and choices that people have to make here. Prussian anti-Polishism fought with Kashubian patriotism, which in 1939 ended in mass murder committed in thousands of Kaszubians in forests near Piasnica.

- 2018
August
Cuba, summer 1994. In the midst of Periodo Especial, one of the greatest crises in the country's history, thousands of Cuban rafters try to reach the United States illegally, never sure if they'll make it out alive. With holidays starting, Carlos plunges into a carefree August, wandering around with his friends and falling in love for the first time. Little does he know about the country's uncertain future, until one by one, neighbors and friends leave in search of a better life, friendships break apart and families split up. In this hot summer, the world of Carlos will turn upside down.

- 2019
The Bohemian
In the 18th century, aspiring composer Josef Mysliveček, a mentor to Mozart, travels to the sophisticated Venice opera world to achieve his dream in a lush biopic following the most prolific decades of an underappreciated musical great.

- 2022
The inflated jungle
The Colombian Amazon region is suffering a series of suicides amongst the young indigenous people that belong to its ancestral communities. The city arrived to the thick green of the rainforest, along with its light skinned men and their capital. Different cultures in the frenetic friction of our times, we see a generation of young ones born form this encounter, and who are hanging themselves before the mirages of a strange world.
- 2015
Gone Before His Time: Freddie Prinze Sr.
A deep dive into the short yet impactful life of the trailblazing Latino comic whose son also went on to a career of much acclaim.

- 2023
Uprising
In the Joseon Dynasty, two friends who grew up together — one the master and one the servant — reunite post-war as enemies on opposing sides.

- 2024
Punk Rock Vegan Movie
The ongoing relationship between the worlds of punk rock and animal rights and how the music became a breeding ground for vegan activism.
- 2023
It Came from Connemara
This documentary tells the unique story behind Roger Corman's film studio in Connemara. When Corman arrived in Ireland, he brought with him an unrivalled career, which guaranteed him a place in cinema history. This was the man who launched the cinematic careers of Coppola, Scorsese, Nicholson and De Niro. The name 'Corman' meant low budget, but it also meant cult, and crucially, it meant fun. He was never concerned with awards or creating anything of aesthetic value. Instead, he churned out cheap exploitation flicks in the 50's, which quickly established Corman as a producer and director who gave the audience what they wanted. His Irish films were designed to do just that. By the 90's, Corman had set his sights on Ireland. His time making movies in Connemara would be marred by controversy as he managed to upset the unions and the tastes of cinephiles. But, those who worked for him adored the experience. Corman gave them an opportunity to learn the film industry and a chance to progress through the film making ranks. He helped to launch many production careers in Ireland and there are many who credit him with their success. The Corman Connemara Studios employed hundreds of people throughout its few years in production and released almost 20 feature films, all shot in Connemara by Irish crews with Irish actors. Yet, the story of the studios and the movies Corman made there has never been told. With unique access to Corman and his archive of Irish films, along with behind the scenes footage and stills, as well as interviews with many of the cast and crew who worked at Concorde Anois, this documentary tells the whole story of what came from Connemara during those five gloriously gruesome years.

- 2014
Harlem to Hollywood
The story of the most famous person most people have never heard of: Billy Vera.
- 2018
nîpawistamâsowin: We Will Stand Up
On August 9, 2016, a young Cree man named Colten Boushie died from a gunshot to the back of his head after entering Gerald Stanley's rural property with his friends. The jury's subsequent acquittal of Stanley captured international attention, raising questions about racism embedded within Canada's legal system and propelling Colten's family to national and international stages in their pursuit of justice. Sensitively directed by Tasha Hubbard, nîpawistamâsowin: We Will Stand Up weaves a profound narrative encompassing the filmmaker's own adoption, the stark history of colonialism on the Prairies, and a transformative vision of a future where Indigenous children can live safely on their homelands.

- 2019

- 2015
Written by Mrs Bach: Broken Silence
An investigation into whether some of Johann Sebastian Bach's most famous works might actually have been composed by his second wife, Anna Magdalena. Accomplished academic, musician and forensic document examiner, Professor Martin Jarvis, comes up against significant resistance from the Bach orthodoxy when he presents his evidence supporting this theory.

- 2018
Surrender on the USS Missouri
World War 2 ended on 2 September 1945 when the Japanese delegation signed the articles of surrender on the deck of US battleship USS Missouri. In addition to detailing the surrender, this documentary covers the history of the ship and in particular the wartime lives of a few of her crew. These crewmen were there when Japan surrendered.

- 2021
United We Fan
Fans, stars, creators, and more come together to explore the dynamic history and evolution of save-our-show television fan campaigns from the letter-writing and product mail-in campaigns of yesterday to the social media and crowdfunding campaigns of today.

- 2018
Iliza Shlesinger: Over & Over
A documentary following Iliza Shlesinger behind-the-scenes as she prepares for her fourth special: Elder Millennial.

- 2019
Battle of Britain - Empty Skies
One moment the sky would be full of aircraft wheeling and positioning for the best shot at the enemy; a sky full of danger and menace. The next instant there would just be a clear blue empty sky with the sun shining down on a calm and beautiful landscape. Such was the phenomenon experienced by pilots who fought in the key battles of France and Britain in the Summer of 1940. These air battles were certainly the most important ever fought in defence of the country and have deserved the millions of words that have been written about them. However, as the number of surviving veterans dwindles to single figures, interviews with some of 'The Few' who actually fought the battle are of increasing importance and rarity. This film tells the story of nineteen men and women who were there. Through a series of filmed interviews their stories have been preserved, allowing them to tell the part they played in the nation's defence in their own words creating a unique collection of accounts.

- 2020
In the Water Behind the Lens
In the Water; Behind the Lens is a film about surf photographers who shoot from the water and the dangers and challenges they face to get the shot published in surf magazines throughout the world. Most people are not aware of the dangers, which can range from being hit by a surfboard, drowning, or being attacked by a shark. The goal of this film is to tell the story about these water photographers who are located all over the world from Ireland to Mexico and show the passion of each photographer and the different challenges they face to reach the ultimate goal. Every photographer's dream is to have his or her images grace the pages or even better the cover of Surf Magazines.

- 2022
Creation is Violent: Anecdotes on Kinski's Final Years
Interviews with associates of Klaus Kinski in his final years offer anecdotal evidence of his fragile state of mind and deteriorating work ethic.

- 2021
Santa School
Have you ever wondered how one of the most famous faces in history has managed to remain anonymous all these years? Easy. Decoy Santa's, hundreds of them. Santa School delves into the world of professional Christmas entertainers and explores what it takes to be just like the big man himself. The school is run by Santa Rick and his wife Tracy. Santa's attend from all over the world to learn about everything from Santa fashion and hair care through to inclusivity and being a Santa for all. Santa School follows five Santa's on their journeys through school and out into the world of professional Santa's, whilst exploring the true meaning for Christmas along the way.

- 2020
Transmedium: Fastmovers & USOs
Transmedium UFOs, observed by pilots and Navy personnel, often appear as Unidentified Submerged Objects (USOs) in our oceans. USOs have captivated witnesses, especially in the U.S. Navy. Join us to explore the rich history of USOs over decades with ex-Navy Chief Oceanographer Tim Gallaudet.
- 2024
Novak Djokovic: Refuse to Lose
Novak Djokovic, one of the greatest tennis players of all time. With 86 ATP singles titles, 37 Masters events and 20 Grand Slam's, few tennis players have achieved what Djokovic has. Currently ranked world number one and a record total of 365 weeks on top, Djokovic has dominated the sport for the last 10 years. Things have not always been easy for the world number one. Born in war-torn Belgrade, Serbia, Djokovic developed his skills in some of the harshest conditions imaginable. Despite this he rose to the top of the professional tennis rankings, becoming a national icon and a symbol of unity for the Serbian people. However, regardless of his many achievements, in recent weeks Djokovic has been thrown into a publicity storm, over his rejected travel visa for the Australian Open, due to being unvaccinated. Finding himself caught in a political whirlwind that could ultimately end his career. Having shaped a career as one of the greatest tennis players of all time and adored by fans around the world, Djokovic has faced many adversities on the court but right now, it's the adversities in the court that could forever tarnish his reputation.

- 2022
The Lioness Within
The story of Graciela Casillas l, and undefeated world champion in martial arts. Mentored by Dan Inosanto, she is breaking barriers for women
- 2024