Documentary - Movies

Where's My Food?!

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“Where’s My Food?!” is a new documentary that serves up the surprising truth about waiters and waitresses. We spend half of our food dollars -- $660 billion per year -- in restaurants. (Fifty years ago we spent only 20% of our food budget eating out. ) That kind of revenue empowered the National Restaurant Association (a. k. a. "the other NRA") to successfully lobby Congress in 1996 to keep the federal minimum wage for tipped workers at $2. 13/hour. It's been that low ever since. One-in-ten Americans currently work in food service. Viewers of “Where’s My Food?!” are introduced to nine extraordinary waiters and waitresses who represent a diverse mix of ages, backgrounds and incomes. The film highlights their often-hidden struggles with the NRA, poverty-level wages, discrimination, substance addictions, and serious health issues that impact coworkers and customers. Frequent restaurant customers candidly admit how they sometimes “punish” servers by leaving very low tips. However the same customers show little awareness of how tipped employees actually earn their living. “Where’s My Food?!” takes viewers behind the scenes into the "back of the house, " where chefs and cooks rule. Academic and industry experts explain how tipping works from psychological and socioeconomic perspectives, how one executive chef runs his restaurants with an iron fist and a soft heart, and how consumers can drive positive change through awareness and political action.

Humble Pie: Life and Times of Steve Marriott

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A documentary about one of rock's most exciting, and sadly; unsung heroes. Showcasing interviews with Humble Pie's Peter Frampton, Chris Robinson, Rick Nielsen and Bun E. Carlos of Cheap Trick, John Waite, drummer Simon Kirke and Quiet Riot's Kevin Dubrow, the documentary tells the tale of Steve's tragically short life via previously unseen photos, memorabilia, and home movies.

Cunningham

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Traces legendary American choreographer Merce Cunningham’s artistic evolution over three decades of risk and discovery (1944-1972), from his early years as a struggling dancer in postwar New York to his emergence as one of the world’s most visionary choreographers. A breathtaking explosion of dance, music, and never-before-seen archival material, CUNNINGHAM is a timely tribute to one of the world’s greatest modern dance artists.

Bruce Lee: The Way of the Warrior

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Bruce Lee, an iconic figure in Hollywood cinema, a pioneer of martial arts but most importantly, a friend. ‘The Way of the Warrior’ takes a comprehensive look at the legend that is Bruce Lee, told by the people closest to him. Co-Stars, long time friends and even family members share exclusive details on the life of Bruce in a bid to discover what made him so great.

Time Flies When You're Alive

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Time Flies When You're Alive is, literally, a one man show. Repeating his stage performance, actor Paul Linke delivers an exhausting monologue on the subject of his wife's losing battle with cancer. Despite the grim subject matter, Linke peppers his commentary with humor, recalling in vivid (and sometimes profane) detail the high points of his marriage.

The World of Esports

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With over 4000 tournaments worldwide, 17,000 professional players, and prize pools of up to $24million, the world of competitive gaming has become one of the biggest industries of the 21st century. It has created careers changed lives and has allowed for a whole new generation to become entrepreneurs.We look into what it takes to become a professional player, the positives and negatives behind the industry and how it has changed from the early days of gaming. Join us as we explore the world of eSports.

I Am Durán

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Featuring: Roberto Durán, Mike Tyson, Sylvester Stallone, Robert De Niro, Don King, Oscar De La Hoya, Marvin Hagler and Sugar Ray Leonard. Roberto Durán is a boxing behemoth, a titanic figure with a career straddling five epic decades who is regarded as one of the most entertaining and skilled fighters of all time. I Am Durán tells his story, inextricably interwoven with the story of the nation of Panama. As Roberto Durán rose, fell, and rose again, staggering between glory and disaster, buffeted by the brutal blows of his opponents and of life itself – so did his beloved Panama. A country brought to its knees as a pawn in violent regional and international politics and suffering from the harsh yoke of dictator Manuel Noriega's ruthless regime, in its darkest hour Panama needed a hero, a voice, and an identity. Roberto Durán's impact transcended boxing and politics. Born a fighter, his success inside the ring transformed him into an icon, yet it was his flaws and failures outside the ring that made him a hero and continue to ensure that his universal appeal and popularity endure to this day.

Fatal Addiction: Michael Jackson

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Michael Jackson. Child prodigy turned king of pop. He is regarded as one of the most significant cultural figures of the 20th century. Over a four-decade career, his contributions to music, dance and fashion, along with his publicized personal life, made him a global figure in popular culture. From an early age his talent in the musical world left an impact and promised a bright future. Thriller became the best-selling album of all time, while Bad was the first album to produce five U.S. Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles. However from the late 1980s, Michael Jackson became a figure of controversy and speculation due to his changing appearance, relationships, behaviour and lifestyle. Being engaged in a constant battle with the tabloids left him stressed, anxious and on the verge of a mental breakdown, all inspiring addictions to painkillers and other medications. A fatal addiction that would eventually take his life.

Motown Mafia

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From 1969 to 1975 Eddie Jackson and Courtney Brown ran one of the largest heroin rings in the United States. Grossing 10 million a month in today's dollars, the Eddie Jackson organization is likely the largest drug ring in Detroit's history. Motown Mafia is the story of 2 families and how they rose from Detroit's old Black Bottom and Paradise Valley neighborhoods to the top of the city's narcotics pyramid. Eddie Jackson was cut from a different cloth than men like Leroy "Nicky" Barnes and Frank Lucas. He ruled his empire with strategy more than violence, despite having to ply his trade in America's murder capital - Detroit; Eddie and Courtney also never became federal informants. The "Fat Man" was the most beloved kingpin in history, dispensing favors and throwing money from the windows of his Rolls Royce. Motown Mafia is not just the story of the Jackson and Brown families, but the story of Detroit itself. From the nightlife of Paradise Valley to the intricacies of the heroin trade at its highest level, Motown Mafia is a must have piece of Detroit history.

It's Not Yet Dark

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Narrated by Colin Farrell, this is the incredible story of Simon Fitzmaurice, a young Irish filmmaker who, despite a diagnosis of Motor Neuron Disease, goes on to direct an award-winning feature film solely through the use of his eyes. The documentary is a celebration of Simon’s love of film, of creating art and of telling beautiful human stories no matter the obstacle. His artistic supporter, Colin Farrell, beautifully narrates this life-affirming story which is based on Simon’s book also titled It’s Not Yet Dark.

Miniature Wargaming: The Movie

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Miniature Wargaming The Movie dives into the heart of the wargaming industry and reveals the impact it has on people's lives. The film follows four individuals as they unveil how wargaming affects their lives in different ways: Andy Bryant, a British war veteran who turns to wargaming as an escape; Chris Nicholls, owner of a small business fighting to secure his family's future; and two young gamers Matt and Adam who travel across Europe in a bid to fulfil their dream of competing in an international tournament. Finally, uncover the true story behind this incredible hobby with best-selling author Henry Hyde who reveals how this hobby came to pass. Includes never-before-seen footage with Sir Peter Jackson (director of The Lord of The Rings) and interviews with Rick Priestley (creator of Warhammer and Warhammer 40,000), legendary sculptors Alan and Michael Perry, Warlord Games co-founders Paul Sawyer and John Stallard, plus many more.

Standard Operating Procedure

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An examination of the unintended consequences of the Iraqi war with a focus on events at Abu Ghraib prison which began to appear in global media in 2004. The prison quickly became notorious for the shocking photos of the abuse and torture of terror suspects by military men and women. Ultimately, it is the story of soldiers who believed they were defending democracy but found themselves plunged into an unimagined nightmare.

Risk

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How much of your own life are you willing to risk? Laura Poitras, Academy Award winning director of Citizenfour, returns with her most personal and intimate film to date. Filmed over six years, Risk is a complex and volatile character study that collides with a high stakes election year and its controversial aftermath. Cornered in a tiny building for half a decade, Julian Assange is undeterred even as the legal jeopardy he faces threatens to undermine the organization he leads and fracture the movement he inspired. Capturing this story with unprecedented access, Poitras finds herself caught between the motives and contradictions of Assange and his inner circle. In a new world order where a single keystroke can alter history, Risk is a portrait of power, betrayal, truth, and sacrifice. Executive Produced by Sam Esmail, creator of Mr. Robot.

Enron: The Smartest Guys In the Room

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Writer/director Alex Gibney examines the rise and fall of an infamous corporate juggernaut in Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room. Based on the book by Fortune Magazine reporters Bethany McLean and Peter Elkind, the film explores the lengths to which the company went in order to appear incredibly profitable, and reveals how Kenneth Lay, Jeff Skilling, and other execs managed to keep their riches, while thousands of lower-level employees saw their loyalty repaid with the loss of their jobs and retirement funds.

Diana: Lasting Words of a Mother

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When her marriage to the future king began to fall apart, Diana, Princess of Wales, began to separate herself from the confines of royal traditions, escaping the gilded cage, determined to use her influence for good. She focused on shining her spotlight upon those in need, particularly where their causes were sometimes deemed by others to be too difficult or controversial. As a mother, her energies were devoted to her boys, the most important part of her life, and she laid the foundations for them to grow into strong, resilient and kind young princes, instilling into them qualities that would help to shape a truly modern monarchy. In her actions, and in her words, Diana changed the workings of the British monarchy forever. Two decades after her death, William and Harry continue to fight to keep their mother’s memory alive. Join us as we look back at her lasting legacy and her impact on those she loved the most.

Meeting the Beatles in India

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Filmmaker Paul Saltzman retraces his journey of 50 years ago when he spent a life-changing time with The Beatles at the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s ashram on the banks of the Ganges River. In 1968, he discovered his own soul, learned meditation, which changed his life, and hung out with John, Paul, George and Ringo.

Mishima: The Last Debate (English Subtitled)

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During the time of mass movement rising in late 60’s all over the world, an internationally acclaimed author, poet, playwright, actor, film director and critic Yukio Mishima, took part in a heated discussion with 1,000 members of the student movement at the University of Tokyo in 1969, just a year before Mishima’s ritual suicide. The original master footage of his last debate with students has been found after 50 years from the filming. Though they have different opinions to each other, Mishima addressed to and influenced the young audience with respect. Through the restored 4K footage and interviews of the people involved in the discussion, the people who knew Mishima at that time, journalists and authors of our times, the film pursues timeless thoughts of Mishima which appeals to the people even today.

Reinventing Elvis: The '68 Comeback

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The true story of what really happened behind-the-scenes while making the legendary 1968 Comeback Special. Elvis and Director Steve Binder are pitted against Elvis' notorious manager, Col. Tom Parker, as they create a seminal pop culture event.

The Tundra Book: A Tale of Vukvukai, The Little Rock

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72 years have passed as deer herder Vukvukai lives in the depths of Chukotka. He is an old man full of energy and wisdom—The Real Man of Tundra whose life can not be seen apart from the deer. His people take care of a huge herd—over 14,000 deer. Their life is a non-stop struggle for survival and well-being in the most harsh weather conditions of Chaun-Chukotka. They deeply believe in the strength of tradition and so succeed in their struggle. The ancient culture of Nomadic Chukchi takes care of them, so they preserve and follow it. As far as it is now—their realm remains stable. This is the Truth of Vukvukai.

Why We Fight

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Grand Jury Prize winner at the 2005 Sundance Film Festival, "Why We Fight" offers a revealing look at how America has readied itself for battle, and what compels us to so frequently wage war around the world. Produced in the midst of the second Iraq War, documentary filmmaker Eugene Jarecki's "Why We Fight" is an unflinching examination of the forces fueling the American military machine for over half a century and their global consequences. The film opens with President Dwight D. Eisenhower's 1961 farewell speech, in which he warned Americans of the growing power of the "military industrial complex." Expanding upon Eisenhower's warning, Jarecki relies on interviews with American soldiers, government officials, military insiders, defense industry personnel, congressman, scholars, ordinary Iraqis, and many others to provide personal, political and economic analysis of the last 50 years of U.S. military expansion, wars and interventions. What emerges is an eye-opening and often chilling portrait of how political, corporate, and military interests have become progressively entangled through the business of war.

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