John Wayne-A Life on Film

Les grands comiques du petit écran

2024

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Donald Brittain: Filmmaker

1992 · ★ 7

A retrospective of documentary films by Donald Brittain offering a glimpse of the man and the restless energy that informed his work. Dedicated and hard-working Brittain left nothing to chance, driving himself and his colleagues at the NFB and the CBC until perfection was achieved, or until airtime -- whichever came first.

Hollywood Singing and Dancing: A Musical History - The 1940s: Stars, Stripes and Singing

2009 · ★ 6

This is a two-hour in-depth exploration into the Hollywood musicals of the 1940s.

Juzo Itami: The Man with 13 Faces

2007 · ★ 5

A documentary about the legendary Japanese filmmaker.

25 Years with Lidia: A Culinary Jubilee

2023 · ★ 8

A look at the life of chef, restaurateur and cookbook author Lidia Bastianich both on and off the screen as she celebrates 25 years on public television.

Some of the Best

1944 · ★ 10

This film features highlights of MGM's productions from 1924 through 1943, in honor of the studio's twentieth anniversary.

ABC's 50th Anniversary Celebration

2003 · ★ 8

A retrospective of the 50-year history of the American Broadcasting Company, showcasing clips from past shows and current programs.

What is an Ocean… Reconnecting the Cast and Crew of Cloud Atlas

2025

A unique feature-length retrospective documentary bringing together the directors, author David Mitchell, and key cast and crew - including Tom Hanks, Hugh Grant, and Susan Sarandon - to share new reflections and untold stories from the making of Cloud Atlas. The film celebrates the artistry, collaboration, and enduring impact of the Wachowskis and Tom Tykwer's visionary production.

The Filth and the Fury

2000 · ★ 6.9

Julien Temple's second documentary profiling punk rock pioneers the Sex Pistols is an enlightening, entertaining trip back to a time when the punk movement was just discovering itself. Featuring archival footage, never-before-seen performances, rehearsals, and recording sessions as well as interviews with group members who lived to tell the tale--including the one and only John Lydon (aka Johnny Rotten).

Once Were Warriors: Where Are They Now?

2014 · ★ 7.1

It's been 20 years snce Once Were Warriors was made. Julian Arahanga aka 'Nig' takes us on a journey to meet the cast and see where they are now.

Two Years, Four Months, A Day

With no choice, César faced leaving his family behind, quitting his job and joining the Army. In an unprecedented chain of events he became the first conscientious objector in Galicia (Spain) to be put in prison. Now, nearly thirty years later, Two Years, Four Months, A Day takes a look at what made him do it.

Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession

2004 · ★ 7.1

A documentary on the Z Channel, one of the first pay cable stations in the US, and its programming chief, Jerry Harvey. Debuting in 1974, the LA-based channel's eclectic slate of movies became a prime example of the untapped power of cable television.