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I Like Killing Flies

Rated: 0 | 169 Views Released Year: 2004

Genre: Social & Cultural Documentaries
About: Documentarian Matt Mahurin peers into Shopsin's, a hole-in-the-wall Greenwich Village restaurant that's been dutifully serving comfort food to satisfied customers for more than 30 years. Lording over the eatery is hilarious, ersatz philosopher/owner Kenny Shopsin, who caters to such regulars as writer Calvin Trillin. Shopsin dispenses tough love with his okra chowder and is just as likely to throw out customers as take their food orders.
URL: I Like Killing Flies

C.S. Lewis & The Chronicles of Narnia

Rated: 0 | 145 Views Released Year: 2005

Genre: Social & Cultural Documentaries
About: As author of the revered Narnia chronicles, C.S. Lewis is a legend in literary circles. But the story of how this one-time atheist eventually became one of the most influential voices in modern Christianity is almost as fascinating as his imaginary world of lions, witches, wardrobes and children. This biographical documentary traces the author's spiritual journey and the literary legacy he left behind, presenting a portrait of a complex mind.
URL: C.S. Lewis & The Chronicles of Narnia

M for Mississippi: A Road Trip Through the Birthplace of the Blues

Rated: 0 | 126 Views Released Year: 2008

Genre: Social & Cultural Documentaries
About: Take a weeklong journey through the Mississippi Delta into the heart of the blues. Music producers Roger Stolle and Jeff Konkel visit the Delta's juke joints and beyond to hear from the people who live to play the blues. Featuring Mr. Tater the Music Maker, Terry "Harmonica" Bean, Wesley "Junebug" Jefferson, James T-Model Ford and others, this documentary sheds light on this expressive American art form we call the blues.
URL: M for Mississippi: A Road Trip Through the Birthplace of the Blues

I.M. Pei

Rated: 0 | 144 Views Released Year: 1997

Genre: Social & Cultural Documentaries
About: In this inspiring pair of documentaries, renowned architect I.M. Pei provides a guided tour of some of his most famous accomplishments and explains his personal philosophy about the important role architecture plays in the world's cultural patrimony. Pei has designed such recognizable structures as the Bank of China Tower and the Louvre Pyramid. Included is a project archive with detailed photos, drawings and descriptions of 20 Pei creations.
URL: I.M. Pei

I.M. Pei: The Museum on the Mountain

Rated: 0 | 116 Views Released Year: 1997

Genre: Social & Cultural Documentaries
About: Japan's majestic Miho Museum, designed by famed architect I.M. Pei and erected on a mountain top near Kyoto, is the subject of this documentary that chronicles the modern structure's development from conception to construction. Built to fulfill a mother and daughter's dream of creating the perfect home for their beloved art collection, Pei's masterpiece is a unique blend of traditional Asian aesthetic qualities and contemporary flair.
URL: I.M. Pei: The Museum on the Mountain

MAMA / M.A.M.A.

Rated: 0 | 108 Views Released Year: 2003

Genre: Social & Cultural Documentaries
About: Filmmaker Nonny de la Pena uncovers the rarely explored but fascinating topic of Munchausen's syndrome by proxy, a form of child abuse in which a mother fabricates symptoms of illness in her child to elicit sympathy from doctors. Through a series of interviews with children, parents and members of the medical community -- and an eye-opening experiment -- de la Pena raises previously unasked questions about this disturbing disorder.
URL: MAMA / M.A.M.A.

I.M. Pei: First Person Singular

Rated: 0 | 114 Views Released Year: 1997

Genre: Social & Cultural Documentaries
About: This engaging documentary about legendary architect I.M. Pei provides an overview of his outstanding creations in America, Europe and the Far East, while shedding light on Pei's process of design and construction. The film also probes the architectural genius's childhood, education and life experiences to reveal the forces that have driven his wholehearted dedication to the mystery and poetry of structural geometry.
URL: I.M. Pei: First Person Singular

Fellini: I'm a Born Liar

Rated: 0 | 136 Views Released Year: 2002

Genre: Social & Cultural Documentaries
About: This thoughtful documentary takes a look at the life and successful career of celebrated Italian director Federico Fellini (1920-1993). Commentary from actors who worked with the late director, scenes from his films and an interview with Fellini himself conducted by director Damian Pettigrew enhance this inspiring narrative.
URL: Fellini: I'm a Born Liar

People Say I'm Crazy

Rated: 0 | 113 Views Released Year: 2003

Genre: Social & Cultural Documentaries
About: This documentary from John Cadigan takes a look at Cadigan's harrowing battle with schizophrenia. His struggle with the disease first occurred during college, prompting him to drop out of school entirely. A unique concept where the director is also the subject, the film offers a rare glimpse into the mentally diseased mind and challenges viewers to reject stereotypes.
URL: People Say I'm Crazy

When I Came Home

Rated: 0 | 105 Views Released Year: 2006

Genre: Social & Cultural Documentaries
About: Herold Noel, an Iraq War veteran suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, finds a bitter homecoming in this unflinching documentary. Forced to live in his car because he and his family don't qualify for housing assistance, the veteran navigates a quagmire of Army and city offices in search of help. But when Noel reveals his plight to the media, his moving story takes an unexpected turn. The film premiered at the 2006 Tribeca Film Festival.
URL: When I Came Home

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