Documentary
In the 50 years since he carved his first totem pole, Robert Davidson has come to be regarded as one of the world’s foremost modern artists. Charles Wilkinson (Haida Gwaii: On the Edge of the World) brings his trademark inquisitiveness and craftsmanship to this revealing portrait of an unassuming living legend. Weaving together engaging interviews with the artist, his offspring, and a host of admirers, Haida Modern extols the sweeping impact of both Davidson’s artwork and the legions it’s inspired.
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Janine F.
Dosed
Jesus Christ Saviour
Marcel Duchamp: The Art of the Possible
A.B.
Drama in the Desert: The Sights and Sounds of Burning Man
David Hockney: 50 Years on Film
David Hockney: In London
Kímmapiiyipitssini: The Meaning of Empathy
Art That Moves: The Work of Len Lye
Jean-Michel
Tell Me Iggy
Comic Book Confidential
Gurdeep Singh Bains
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Love in the Time of Fentanyl
IMDB 0 | Feb , 2023
An intimate portrait of a community fighting to save lives and keep hope alive in a neighborhood ravaged by the overdose crisis.Frida Kahlo
IMDB 7.2 | Jun , 2020
She was a prolific self-portraitist, using the canvas as a mirror through all stages of her turbulent and, at times, tragic life. This highly engaging film takes us on a journey through the life of one of the most prevalent female icons: Frida Kahlo. Displaying a treasure trove of colour and a feast of vibrancy on screen, this personal and intimate film offers privileged access to her works and highlights the source of her feverish creativity, her resilience and her unmatched lust for life, men, women, politics and her cultural heritage.Malevich. Born in Ukraine
IMDB 0 | Feb , 2019
A story about the life and work of the twentieth century artist Kazimir Malevich and his influence on world culture.Counter Shot: Departure of the Filmmakers
IMDB 6.7 | Feb , 2008
Documentary about filmmakers of the New German Cinema who were members of the legendary Filmverlag für Autoren (Film Publishing House for Authors). Among them are Werner Herzog, Rainer Werner Fassbinder, and Wim Wenders.The Sound of Identity
IMDB 5.5 | Aug , 2020
In the spotlight of global media coverage, the first transgender woman ever to perform as Don Giovanni in a professional opera, makes her historic debut in one of the reddest states in the U.S.Fabulous
IMDB 6.5 | Jun , 2019
Ninja is famous around the world for her fierce ballroom performances, but she is not as well-known in her native country of French Guyana. But a trip home to teach a workshop might change that.Janine F.
IMDB 6 | Feb , 2005
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IMDB 8.3 | Dec , 2019
The documentary follows one woman's quest to overcome anxiety, depression, and opioid addiction through the use of psychedelic medicines.Jesus Christ Saviour
IMDB 6.9 | May , 2008
Klaus Kinski has perhaps the most ferocious reputation of all screen actors: his volatility was documented to electrifying effect in Werner Herzog’s 1999 portrait My Best Fiend. This documentary provides further fascinating insight into the talent and the tantrums of the great man. Beset by hecklers, Kinski tries to deliver an epic monologue about the life of Christ (with whom he perhaps identifies a little too closely). The performance becomes a stand-off, as Kinski fights for control of the crowd and alters the words to bait his tormentors. Indispensable for Kinski fans, and a riveting introduction for newcomers, this is a unique document, which Variety called ‘a time capsule of societal ideals and personal demons.’Marcel Duchamp: The Art of the Possible
IMDB 6 | Oct , 2020
A remarkable walk through the life and work of the French artist Marcel Duchamp (1887-1968), one of the most important creators of the 20th century, revolutionary of arts, aesthetics and pop culture.A.B.
IMDB 0 | Oct , 2023
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IMDB 4.8 | Dec , 2002
Drama in the Desert: The Sights and Sounds of Burning Man is a full-color book (which includes a DVD) based on the captivating images of Holly Kreuter, with contributions from an additional 90 Burning Man participants, offering the reader a taste of the Burning Man experience. The DVD includes an original Score by Sean Abreu, seven slideshows featuring 560 Kreuter photographs and video interviews with 8 artists including Larry Harvey.David Hockney: 50 Years on Film
IMDB 0 | Aug , 2023
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IMDB 0 | Aug , 2023
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IMDB 9 | Apr , 2021
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IMDB 0 | Jul , 2009
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IMDB 0 | Jun , 2026
Follows Basquiat’s early life as the child of middle-class Haitian and Puerto Rican parents in Brooklyn, through his adventures in the punk subculture and up to his breakout as a major American artist. All the while, special attention is paid to Basquiat’s mental and emotional state, with interviews from former friends and colleagues to supplement his sisters’ impressions.Tell Me Iggy
IMDB 8 | May , 2022
This new intimate documentary looks at the extraordinary journey of the 75-year-old American rocker, who has come back from everything, and especially from the worst, but with his capacity for wonder intact.Comic Book Confidential
IMDB 6.8 | Jun , 1989
A survey of the artistic history of the comic book medium and some of the major talents associated with it.Gurdeep Singh Bains
IMDB 0 | Jun , 1977
Gurdeep is a thirteen-year-old Canadian Sikh whose family runs a dairy farm near Chilliwack, British Columbia. They have retained their language and religion. Attendance at the Sikh temple, playing soccer with his schoolmates, and working on the farm are all part of Gurdeep's well-integrated life, but sometimes he feels a little different from the other children because he wears a turban. This film is part of the Children of Canada series.