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Fastball

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The essence of baseball is the primal battle between the pitcher and batter, but the magic of the game arises from that confrontation, only 396 milliseconds in the making. The mysteries and memories of Baseball's greatest heroes are revealed in FASTBALL, featuring interviews with dozens of former players, from legendary Hall of Famers to up-and-coming All-Stars, including HANK AARON, NOLAN RYAN, & DEREK JETER, and narrated by KEVIN COSTNER. Based on the original idea by the film’s producer, Thomas Tull ("Dark Knight") who also produced the Jackie Robinson biopic "42," FASTBALL is peppered with archival footage of baseball's greatest moments plus original high-speed 4K footage and motion graphics that unlock the secrets hidden within a ball traveling over 100 mph. While players, historians, and scientists might disagree on who was actually the fastest pitcher in history - and yes, the film does the physics and concludes with a clear verdict - FASTBALL tells the story of the game itself.

I Know That Voice

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In the documentary “ I Know That Voice”, Executive Producer John DiMaggio and along with Producer Tommy Reid artfully give you a backstage pass into the fascinating and little known world of voice acting. An array of today's most successful voice actors reveal themselves to discuss the art and skill of their work. Stars from such shows as The SImpsons, Futurama, Batman, SpongeBob SquarePants, Family Guy, Loony Tunes and so many more share their stories and give a human face to many of the cartoon characters we've grown up with. Winner of an Annie in 2013, this documentary will truly have you saying…. ”I Know That Voice”! This film intends to expose the word to the fascinating and all too often unrecognized world of voice over acting. From the talent that does the acting to the people behind the "animation cells" that make this work into an art form.

Jiro Dreams of Sushi

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JIRO DREAMS OF SUSHI is the story of 85-year-old Jiro Ono, considered by many to be the world’s greatest sushi chef. He is the proprietor of Sukiyabashi Jiro, a 10-seat, sushi-only restaurant inauspiciously located in a Tokyo subway station. Despite its humble appearances, it is the first restaurant of its kind to be awarded a prestigious three-star Michelin Guide rating, and sushi lovers from around the globe make repeated pilgrimage, calling months in advance and shelling out top dollar for a coveted seat at Jiro’s sushi bar.

Forgive-Don't Forget

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At its core, Forgive–Don’t Forget is about the connection between two very different cultures and the importance of remembrance. When Japan surrendered to the U. S. at the end of World War II, numerous Japanese swords were confiscated and taken back to the States. The Japanese Sword, while once a symbol of wartime aggression, is also deeply embedded in Japan’s rich history and spiritual heritage. In order to better understand the past and build a bridge between cultures in the present, an American filmmaker attempts to return one of these surrendered swords to its original owner.

Rock Rubber 45s

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ROCK RUBBER 45s is a cinematic odyssey exploring the connectivity of global basketball, sneaker, and music lifestyle through the firsthand lens of authentic NYC culture orchestrator Bobbito García. The film explores García’s youth dealing with mistreatment, educational quandaries, identity, and loss, as well as his ascension to self-determination as an adult freelance creative. The ballplayer, author, DJ, filmmaker has carved an independent career that has inspired millions throughout the world, and has affected the growth and direction of the footwear, hip hop, and sports industries in the process.

Finger of God 2

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In the sequel to Darren Wilson’s groundbreaking film, Finger of God, filmmaker Will Hacker embarks on his own journey around the world in an attempt to discover the very core of Christianity. This step of faith takes Will on an adventure of a lifetime. He films among terrorists in the Middle East, with drug addicts in California, is smuggled into the underground church in China, films with a rock star in a bar in Northern Ireland, and faces down a Muslim king in Africa. The lessons Will learns on his journey, and the miracles and moments of raw love and emotion captured on film, reveal a God who doesn’t just want to save you, but is worth everything you have.

All the Queen's Horses

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Rita Crundwell stole more than $53 million of public funds across two decades in office as the City Comptroller and Treasurer for Dixon, Illinois, a town with a population of 16,000. She used the funds to build one of the nation’s leading quarter horse breeding empires, and threw lavish parties for community leaders at her home, all while the town endured cuts to public staff, emergency services budgets, and work on maintaining public infrastructure. In 2012 after a close colleague turned whistle-blower finally uncovered her scheme and alerted the Mayor, the FBI arrested Crundwell as the largest municipal fraud perpetrator in American history. ALL THE QUEEN’S HORSES is the riveting story of how a pillar of the community could so callously execute a scam of such magnitude. The film reveals the procedures behind how she did it and got away with it for so long, how she was caught, how the city is attempting to rebuild and recover, and how if it happened in Dixon, it could happen anywhere.

Chuck Berry: Hail! Hail! Rock 'n' Roll (Hail! Hail! Rock 'n' Roll)

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The unforgettable life and music of the pioneering legend are celebrated in Chuck Berry: Hail! Hail! Rock 'n' Roll capturing a once-in-a-lifetime gathering of rock and roll's finest! In 1986, Keith Richards invited a roster of great musicians to honor Chuck Berry for an evening of music to commemorate Berry's 60th birthday including performances by Eric Clapton, Robert Cray, Linda Ronstadt, Etta James and Julian Lennon along with archival footage of an unforgettable duet by Chuck and John Lennon. From director Taylor Hackford (Ray), this landmark film will keep your toes tapping and your soul rocking all night long!

The Kardashians: Reality Royalty

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Rising to success in 2007, the Kardashian family are still in the spotlight over a decade later, appealing to an audience of all ages. Filming their lives day in and day out, we’ve seen everything from childbirths to proposals, through tears and laughter. With millions of selfies between them and a wide variety of product endorsements, the Kardashian’s are winning awards and breaking the internet. They are the royal family of reality tv.

Weinstein: In Court

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Harvey Weinstein. Once the most powerful producer in Hollywood… now a disgraced sexual predator.Shocking allegations of assault and manipulation plagued the producer for over three decades, and finally, his victims are getting justice.

King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis

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Constructed from a wealth of archival footage, KING: A FILMED RECORD...MONTGOMERY TO MEMPHIS is a monumental documentary that follows Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. from 1955 to 1968, in his rise from regional activist to world-renowned leader of the Civil Rights movement. Rare footage of King's speeches, protests, and arrests are interspersed with scenes of other high-profile supporters and opponents of the cause, punctuated by heartfelt testimonials by some of Hollywood's biggest stars. KING was originally presented as a one-night-only special event on March 20, 1970, at an epic length of more than three hours (plus intermission). Since that time, the film has occasionally been circulated in a version shortened by more than an hour. Newly restored by the Library of Congress, in association with Richard Kaplan, and utilizing film elements provided by The Museum of Modern Art, the original version of KING can again be seen in its entirety, mastered in HD from the 35mm preservation negative. Admitted to the National Film Registry in 1999, KING is a cinematic national treasure that allows viewers to be first-hand witnesses to Dr. King's crusade, and thereby gain a fuller appreciation of both the personal challenges he endured and the vast cultural legacy he left behind.

Frank Sinatra: One More for the Road

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Explore the extraordinary story of the man who possessed one of the greatest voices of the century. Known as The Voice, The Leader, and Ol’ Blue Eyes, Frank Sinatra conquered all aspects of entertainment, singing and acting. Through archival performances and interviews, journey through Frank’s remarkable life, from his troubled birth in 1915 to the day The Voice was sadly silenced.

How the Great War Ended

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On the November 11th 1918 the Great War ended. After years of senseless brutality and conflict that spanned continents and empires. The old world was over and with the war came a sweeping technological revolution that would leave the world changed like no one could have anticipated.

Clerk.

Documentary

An immersive behind the scenes documentary examining the life and career of indie filmmaking and cultural icon Kevin Smith. The story starts with the first-time director before he takes the world by surprise at the Sundance Film Festival, with his seminal indie comedy sensation ‘Clerks’, and follows his life and cinematic output since. Like his films, the documentary examines Kevin’s affinity for countless juicy topics; from male relationships and sexuality to religious fanaticism and comic book culture. Using interviews, clips, testimonials and never before seen archival footage, 'Clerk' is a colorful oral history of one of the entertainment industry’s most incredible journeys, as told by his friends, his collaborators, industry professionals and the Not So Silent Bob himself, Kevin Smith.

One Direction: The Inside Story

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The boys are back on the road for the American leg of their “Where We Are” tour, one of the biggest grossing tours ever, estimated to turn over 1billion dollars. One Direction remain at the top of their game as the biggest boy band on the planet. Their rise to the top has been rapid, and we invite you to follow their journey. This is One Direction…The Inside Story.

ABBA: Super Troupe

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Few bands have been able to dominate the industry in the same way as ABBA. Bursting onto the scene at the 1974 Eurovision song contest, ABBA took the world by storm, going on to sell over 300 million albums and singles and gave birth to the billion-dollar franchise, Mamma Mia.But their fame didn’t come without pain.Behind their lyrics were honest signs of true heartbreak. Since announcing their break in 1982, ABBA have continued to welcome new fans, generation after generation. Follow their journey to celebrity stardom, through archival interviews and performances from ABBA, with added inside knowledge from leading industry professionals.

Vietnam: Tactics of War Part II

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America's last forgotten war, the second part of this three part docs series brings to light the some of the different strategies which the soldiers used to fight in such a versatile and challenging warfare environment during the Vietnam war.

Stockton on my Mind

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As a child growing up in Stockton, California, Michael Tubbs felt he was "set up" for either prison or death--instead, he forged another path, one that would "upset the setup." Now the mayor of Stockton, Tubbs draws on his experience growing up amid poverty and violence to create innovative change in his beleaguered hometown. This film follows the millennial mayor as he fights to reverse the fortunes of a city known as one of the poorest, most violent, and least literate in the nation.

Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story

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What do the most ravishingly beautiful actress of the 1930s and 40s and the inventor whose concepts were the basis of cell phone and bluetooth technology have in common? They are both Hedy Lamarr, the glamour icon whose ravishing visage was the inspiration for Snow White and Cat Woman and a technological trailblazer who perfected a radio system to throw Nazi torpedoes off course during WWII. Weaving interviews and clips with never-before-heard audio tapes of Hedy speaking on the record about her incredible life—from her beginnings as an Austrian Jewish emigre, to her scandalous nude scene in the 1933 film Ecstasy, to her glittering Hollywood life, to her ground-breaking, but completely uncredited inventions, to her latter years when she became a recluse, impoverished and almost forgotten—BOMBSHELL: THE HEDY LAMARR STORY brings to light the story of an unusual and accomplished woman, spurned as too beautiful to be smart, but a role model to this day.

PoliWood

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In this fascinating documentary, legendary Academy Award winning director Barry Levinson sets out to explore the collision and collusion at the intersection between politics and Hollywood. The film gives the viewer a front row seat and backroom access to the most significant Presidential Campaign of the 21st century. Features interviews with high-profile celebrities and powerful political figures. Engaging and powerful, Poliwood gives insider access to the influence Hollywood has over today’s political process.

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