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Comedian Bill Maher engages in provocative conversations about religion with people who hold strong beliefs. He journeys globally to explore the core principles of Christianity, Judaism, and Islam, questioning topics like homosexuality,…

The film explores the stories of Elmyr de Hory and Clifford Irving, two famous con artists who committed elaborate frauds that impacted the art and publishing worlds. De Hory became known for…

The 90s indie-rock band Pavement reunites for a sold-out tour in 2022. Meanwhile, unexpected tributes begin to appear: a stage musical based on their songs, a museum dedicated to the band's history,…

Stephen Rea, a Belfast native, stars in a short film by Clare Dwyer Hogg that examines the effects of Brexit and the uncertain future of the Irish border.

Objects from the Finnish National Museum, belonging to the Sámi people, are being returned to Sápmi, while the Sámi's sacred drums remain in European museum basements. These returning items represent the dignity,…

A deeply personal journey from Russia to Rotterdam, traveling by train, road, and ferry, is a thoughtful exploration of faith, the passage of time, and the role of place in art. It…

Inspired by details in paintings from the Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, a woman tells interconnected stories exploring the economic, social, and emotional lives of artists, both past and present.

Cozic is a Canadian artist duo comprised of Monic Brassard (born 1944) and Yvon Cozic (born 1942). They have worked together in life and art, using industrial materials and bright colors to…

"The Last Dragon" is a nature documentary following a British scientific team as they try to study the legendary dragons that have captivated imaginations for centuries. The film features computer-generated imagery to…

In 1987, at the height of Perestroika, the final, largest museum dedicated to Lenin opened in the village of Gorki, where he spent his final years. Following its opening, shifts in ideology…

Scientists employ advanced X-rays and CT scans in a forensic investigation to determine the cause of Pharaoh Tutankhamun's death. The investigation also examines the legends surrounding a curse believed to afflict those…

The modern echoes of a grand past resurface within the Renaissance castle of Polish Count Jan Potocki in Lancut, brought to life by the music of Krzysztof Penderecki and the dreamlike animation…

Peggy Guggenheim moved freely between Europe and the United States, and between romantic relationships, living a life as vibrant and unconventional as her uncle’s art museum. "Peggy Guggenheim – Art Addict" offers…

A young woman struggling with the aftermath of trauma guides viewers through a century of horror films. She examines the techniques filmmakers use to frighten audiences, and questions why we willingly allow…

This film offers a thought-provoking and lyrical look at how British people have viewed their own country through the lens of cinema over the past century. It's a visually stunning and intense…

A memory, artificially created.

Richard Linklater is a director deeply interested in the passage of time. He doesn't rely on flashy visuals or personal trademarks; instead, his films are fundamentally about exploring time itself, building upon…

1940. As Soviet forces advance on Latvia, a woman is killed defending her son. Decades later, Davis Sīmanis discovers an archive photo documenting this event – a forgotten casualty of the conflict…

Modern technology and societal changes have shifted our relationship with animals, emphasizing distinctions over shared qualities and replacing coexistence with dominance. We've lost sight of the fact that we share the planet.…

"How Every Film You Watch Tells You To Love The Rich and What To Do About It" examines how movies portray wealth. It investigates how many popular characters are subtly portrayed as…

"Nueve Sevillas" offers a unique look at the contemporary flamenco scene in Seville. The film explores the world of nine characters who intersect with today's leading flamenco performers.

The iconic Mona Lisa in the Louvre: is she simply a work of art, or a mirror reflecting the viewers themselves?

In a time of oppression, how does art endure? Under Soviet rule, artists who refuse to conform face execution, imprisonment, or mental institutions. Inspired by their fate, young Igor Savitsky secretly rescues…

Four filmmakers in Galicia, Spain, document Galician artists across various disciplines. The resulting films explore the creative processes of these individuals. One film focuses on painter Lois Patiño's parents in their Vigo…

A collection of twenty-five films, each representing a different European country and directed by a filmmaker from that same nation.

Three strangers find their lives intertwined by a strange event: the sudden appearance of unexplained electronic devices.

David Lynch, the acclaimed filmmaker, has long been fascinated by Victor Fleming's 1939 classic, *The Wizard of Oz*. This film delves into that recurring influence, examining how the story's Technicolor elements appear…

The film uses images from Eastern European gay pornography to explore the impact of capitalism on society since its introduction. The videos offer a view of young men navigating a new world…

The Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture holds its grand opening dedication ceremony.

This newly edited version of Luigi Cozzi's 1997 documentary focuses on the museum section of the "Profondo Rosso" shop, exploring the world of Dario Argento. It presents a look at the museum…

Kyrgyz director Melis Ubukeyev spent years trying to make a grand film adaptation of the Kyrgyz national epic, 'Manas,' a project that ultimately wasn't completed. But his work left a lasting legacy.…

This documentary celebrates the 250th anniversary of one of the world’s greatest museums. It chronicles the museum's history, beginning with its founding by Catherine the Great and continuing to its present-day status…

Directed, written, and edited by Jean-Luc Godard over ten years in his Swiss home, this is a deeply personal exploration of film history. The film is a vast collage of movie clips,…

Directed, written, and edited by Jean-Luc Godard over ten years in his Swiss home, this is a deeply personal exploration of film history. The film is a vast collage of fragments: movie…

Directed, written, and edited by Jean-Luc Godard over ten years in his Swiss home, this is a deeply personal exploration of film history. The film is a vast collage of fragments: movie…