10 Thought-Provoking Intellectual and Educational Films

This film shows how students in kindergarten through eighth grade engage in conversations about LGBT topics in ways appropriate for their age. Filmed in six public and private schools across San Francisco, New York City, Madison, Wisconsin, and Cambridge, Massachusetts,…

The residents of 740 Park Avenue in Manhattan live in a world of extreme wealth. This address has more billionaires than any other place in the United States.

Peace Officer is a documentary exploring the growing militarization of American police, focusing on Dub Lawrence, a former sheriff who created his state's first SWAT team. Thirty years later, the unit killed his son-in-law during a disputed standoff. Determined to…

Every year, the United States sees remarkable advancements in medical diagnostics, treatments, and technology. However, what happens when these very tools intended to help patients cause harm? Who is responsible?

This is a compelling look at Ben Ferencz, the only prosecutor from the Nuremberg Trials still living, and his ongoing dedication to promoting justice and peace.

This film explores the tightly-knit world of a New York Hasidic community, following three people who feel compelled to leave, risking severe consequences.

This film offers a compelling look at the renowned concert pianist, featuring performance footage and interviews. It showcases many of the pieces he held most dear.

Amidst daily airstrikes targeting civilians in Syria, a dedicated team of first responders bravely risk their lives to rescue people from the wreckage.

In a post-industrial Ohio town, a Chinese billionaire establishes a factory in a former General Motors plant, employing two thousand American workers. Initial optimism fades as the advanced technology of China encounters the realities of the American workforce.

A diverse group – migrant workers, factory owners, and nightclub performers – all seek opportunity in a city fueled by dollar-store goods. However, China's evolving economy threatens their livelihoods, as the market for inexpensive products becomes increasingly unstable.