Dr. B3 - The Soul of the Music tells the amazing story of the late Hammond organist Dr. Lonnie Smith - from childhood doo-wop singer to becoming a National Endowment of the Arts Jazz Master.
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More Than Steps
In "More Than Steps," lifelong friends Justin Skeesuck and Patrick Gray lead a group of wheelchair users and their supporters on the Accessible Camino, a groundbreaking adaptation of the historic C
Rosl's Suitcase
Disconnected letters tell the effect of the Nazi’s annexation of Austria on some of the Viennese population: it’s the story of Rosa, my Viennese and Jewish grandmother, who left Vienna for New York
Untitled - Mazzea
IN THE FALL OF 2022 Azadeh Afsahi, watched in horror as citizen images, footage and first-hand accounts by protestors began to fill her phone and social
media feeds.
The Space Less Traveled
Edgar Mitchell's return to Earth in 1971 was a revelation, setting the course for a lifetime of ceaseless exploration.
18
The documentary "18" is a cinematic inquiry into Steve Reich’s foundational work, Music for 18 Musicians.
Roots of Fire 2 (w/t)
Journey into the soul-stirring world of Zydeco music as a group of talented musicians defy conventions, confront personal struggles, and navigate the ever-changing music industry.
100% Possible: The Battle for the World's Energy Future
"100% Possible: The Battle for the World's Energy Future" is about scientific climate solutions versus greed, a modern-day "David & Goliath" story.
Keeper of the Flame
In the 1980’s, one man’s progressive vision turned Amnesty International into a household name. How did he get there, and where is he now?
Let Us Read
'Let Us Read' explores various personal stories of living in a world full of misconceptions and systemic barriers toward dyslexia and other learning differences. However, thanks to decades of research, today, there is an effective teaching approach that empowers students with dyslexia and benefits all other students as well. This documentary pushes the conversation to the next step. How can we bring this solution to where the problem is and allow a fair education opportunity for everyone?
Let Them Play: Three Words That Changed the Course of a City
In 1950, two young African-American boys risked their lives to play on a segregated golf course in Austin, Texas, not knowing the impact they would have on civil rights in the south.
Brailled It
Every year, the top under-18 Braille readers and writers from across the English-speaking world gather in Los Angeles to compete in the Braille Challenge.
The Rink's Edge
In the aftermath of high-profile lawsuits and unsettling deaths, The Rink's Edge delves into the unknown truths of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in professional hockey.
Monk in Pieces
Meredith Monk — composer, performer, and interdisciplinary artist — overcame a hostile critical establishment to become one of the great artistic pioneers of her generation.
Tasting Heritage
"Tasting Heritage" is a coming of culture story about a Korean-American woman's savory journey to reclaim her heritage through food.
Courage Under Fire
Courage Under Fire is a profile of one woman’s battle to keep Wyoming’s sole abortion facility open - a mission driven by seeing her mentor murdered and their clinic burnt down – and set against th
Into the Storm
In 1995, Sandy Salas lost both of her parents in a murder-suicide after years of domestic violence. But the story she carried with her was never that simple.
Habbal et al.
Synopsis: Dr. Shadia Habbal leads an international team of cloud-fearing astronomers as they prepare for the 2024 eclipse.
The Day Mississippi Shook the World
The untold story of Mississippi's strategic role in superpower nuclear gamesmanship at the peak of the Cold War — and its legacy.
Fish and Babies (Don't Feel Pain)
For much of the 20th century, babies routinely underwent major surgery without adequate pain relief.
A Taste Of Freedom
When post-October 7 restrictions strip the West Bank of many of its few remaining sanctuaries, rock climber Tawfiq Najada risks a perilous journey to Jordan's Wadi Rum.
Smoke
In America’s remote forests, wildfire is a constant force. Many of us experience it through smoke rather than flames.
The Clyde Best Story
The Clyde Best Story is a first-hand look at overcoming racial discrimination in sport through the lens of a barrier-breaking player.
Surrounded - The EDC Burden
Testifying before Congress, a soft spoken woman warned of an oncoming tsunami born from DDT and other untested chemicals.
The Breaking Point
Why would someone at the pinnacle of their career – with a prestigious title at a prestigious organization, with prospects for advancement and a thriving network of fellow professionals – ever want
Psychedelics and Mental Health
PSYCHEDELICS AND MENTAL HEALTH is a very cinematic and visually stimulating documentary that creates an awareness of the proven and safe benefits of psychedelic-assisted therapies when properly adm
My People, My Land (Working Title)
Chinese investors create one of the largest industrial zones in West Africa, where thousands of locals earn their livelihood at the risk of losing what they value most - sacred land, religious prac
The Wheel
THE WHEEL: An eight-part documentary series exploring the ancient festivals of the Celtic year — and why they matter now.
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Hazy Valley
In their ancestral homeland Los Angeles, members of the Kizh-Gabrieleño Band of Mission Indians are responding to the city’s ecological crisis by reviving the highly efficient land stewardship prac
Before Their Time
Activist Iesha Sekou and her team of violence interrupters fight gun violence in New York City, guiding young people to peaceful resolutions in their Harlem neighborhood.
That Night at Kezar
That Night At Kezar is a portrait of San Francisco told through the lens of a legendary high school basketball game in 1996, between Balboa High School and
St. Ignatius College Preparatory.
