In Prague

Glowing in the Dark

1997 · ★ 7

Set against a backdrop of spectacular neon footage of Vancouver, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas, the film is an illuminating exploration into the vibrant history and contemporary use of neon. The movement, power, and raw exuberance of neon is revealed through a fascinating demonstration of how neon is made, a montage of notable neon installations and commentary from a colorful array of neon experts.

AVA

Breaking a centuries-old taboo, Ava stands as the first woman in Iran to master the male-dominated craft of carpentry. Within the grit and clamor of the workshop, she confronts a society that deems her presence forbidden. This observational documentary captures her daily battle against physical hardships and social judgment.

Life Will Smile

2017

Zakynthos is a Greek island on the Ionian Sea famed for its beauty. It also has the unique distinction of having saved all 275 of its Jewish inhabitants during WWII. In this compelling story, Haim Konstantini, one of the survivors, narrates how the islanders united to ensure the survival of their Jewish population. Two key figures instrumental to the story were Mr. Loukas Kerreri, Mayor of Zakynthos’ capital, and Bishop Chrysostomos, who both refused to list the island’s Jews for the occupying Nazis. They have been recognized as Righteous Among the Nations at Yad Vashem for their bravery.

After Mein Kampf?

1961 · ★ 9

By combining actual footage with reenactments, this film offers both a documentary and fictional account of the life of Adolf Hitler, from his childhood in Vienna, through the rise of the Third Reich, to his final act of suicide in the waning days of WWII. The film also provides considerable, and often shocking, detail of the atrocities enacted by the Nazi regime under Hitler's command.

Resolved

2007 · ★ 7.2

The fascinating complexity of high school debate gives way to a portrait of the equally complex racial and class bias of American education in Greg Whiteley's riveting documentary.

We Are Building New Villages

1946 · ★ 7

The document illustrates the reconstruction and modernization of Polish villages after the destruction during World War II.

The Great Ice-Cream Robbery

1971 · ★ 10

Two screens of film about - and sometimes shot by - Claes Oldenburg, detailing his inspiration, his methods and his relationship with his partner Hannah Wilke.

ABBA in Concert

1980 · ★ 7.5

ABBA's 1979 tour of North America and Europe, with emphasis on performances at Wembley Arena, London.

J.G. Ballard: The Future Is Now

1998

The Future Is Now was produced for Swedish television and has Ballard as the only protagonist and his house as the main decoration.

Istanbul, Weltstadt am Goldenen Horn

1954

A tour of Istanbul in all its glory. All the sights, such as the Hagia Sophia, but also the small details are shown.

Blackpool North Pier

1903

Edwardian holidaymakers throng to the attractions at Lancashire's premier seaside resort.

Why I Killed Gandhi

2022 · ★ 1

Indian freedom fighter Gandhiji was killed by Nathuram Godse. But what made Nathuram Godse to take this extreme step?