1. Olympia: Part One – Festival of the Nations (Olympia - Fest der Völker)
Commissioned to make a propaganda film about the 1936 Olympic Games in Germany, director Leni Riefenstahl created a celebration of the human form. This first half of her two-part film opens with a renowned introduction that compares modern Olympians to classical Greek heroes, then goes on to provide thrilling in-the-moment coverage of some of the games' most celebrated moments, including African-American athlete Jesse Owens winning a then-unprecedented four gold medals.
It has an average vote of 6.9 on TMDB.
2. Olympia: Part Two – Festival of Beauty (Olympia - Fest der Schönheit)
Commissioned to make a propaganda film about the 1936 Olympic Games in Germany, director Leni Riefenstahl created a celebration of the human form. Where the two-part epic's first half, Festival of the Nations, focused on the international aspects of the 1936 Olympic Games held in Berlin, part two, The Festival of Beauty, concentrates on individual athletes such as equestrians, gymnasts, and swimmers, climaxing with American Glenn Morris' performance in the decathalon and the games' majestic closing ceremonies.
It has an average vote of 6.7 on TMDB.
3. Who Is Estaban
A documentary film following the life and times of former #1 overall national basketball prospect Estaban Weaver.
It has an average vote of 10 on TMDB.
4. Mind The Video Man
Think Thank's ninth release Mind The Video Man explores progressive freestyle snowboarding with those in the vanguard and those about to make their mark. A mixture of original Think Thankers and brand new faces come together to throw down Think Thank's best action to date. Follow the video man and his crew as they push the limits of possibility and progression through creativity in an attempt to create something of meaning that will withstand the new media onslaught and the test of time. Mind the video, man.
It has an average vote of 5.5 on TMDB.
5. The Feat (Bragden)
A table tennis documentary about the work the Swedish national team did in the 70's and 80's leading trying to find a way to break the seemingly impenetrable Chinese Wall.
6. Germany: A Summer's Fairytale (Deutschland. Ein Sommermärchen)
A documentary of the German national soccer team’s 2006 World Cup experience that changed the face of modern Germany.
It has an average vote of 6.8 on TMDB.
7. Riding Giants
Riding Giants is story about big wave surfers who have become heroes and legends in their sport. Directed by the skateboard guru Stacy Peralta.
It has an average vote of 7.6 on TMDB.
8. Hell On Wheels
In 2001 a rowdy group of Austin women were determined to ressurect an old sport, but with a new spin. This is the beginning of a revolution: HELL ON WHEELS is the ass-kicking documentary film telling the story of a group of Texas women who band together to resurrect roller derby for the 21st century. Emerging from the Austin music and arts scene, these women create a rock and roll fueled version of all-girl roller derby that has spawned the derby craze that's sweeping the nation.
9. Full Circle
Faced with a traumatic injury that renders you permanently disabled; how would you reinvent yourself? Full Circle tells the story of Trevor Kennison and Barry Corbet’s shared resiliency and refusal to let their passion for life be limited by Spinal Cord Injury. It is an unblinking examination of the challenges of Spinal Cord Injury, and a celebration of the growth that such tragedy can catalyze.
It has an average vote of 5.7 on TMDB.
10. We Are Triathletes
The mental and emotional challenge is greater than the physical challenge!
It has an average vote of 6 on TMDB.
11. Teddy Riner: The Quest (Teddy Riner, la quête)
Delve into the intimate life of the greatest judoka in history.
It has an average vote of 7.5 on TMDB.
12. Wembley - Football Is Coming Hoam (Wembley - Football Is Coming Hoam)
(Wembley - Football Is Coming Hoam)
It has an average vote of 3 on TMDB.
13. Risk Factor
Risk Factor begins with filmmaker Robert Lang expressing confusion about his personal risks and the societal risks that seem to threaten us all. Which risk factors are truly dangerous? And which ones don’t matter? To gain insight, he decides to go on a journey to meet the world’s top risk experts.
It has an average vote of 9 on TMDB.
14. Authentic Wing Tsun Kung Fu: Demonstrated By Yip Man
A must-have Wing Tsun Video. This is the video you can see the AUTHENTIC WING TSUN KUNG FU demonstration of the Siu-Nim-Tau form and the most advanced 116 wooden dummy techniques by the late Great Grandmaster Yip Man. Grandmaster Leung Ting demonstrates the Chum-Kiu form, Biu-Tze form and the Six & A Half Point Long Pole techniques as well as the Double-Knives techniques. You can also see the demonstrations of "CHI-SAU" techniques, fighting, footwork, etc. both in normal and slow motion in this video.
It has an average vote of 7 on TMDB.
15. Edged in Water 2
A Film by Ristorcelli & Dasher Join Waterski editor and pro slalom skier Todd Ristorcelli as he leaves Orlando, Florida and sets out on epic water ski travel adventures to St. Maarten, France, Italy, and California in his search for glassy water, inspiring skiers and good times. A step beyond the physical act of skiing, the joy of the experience is sharing it with people who have the same passion. Starring: Will Asher Jamie Beaushesne Marcus Brown Thomas Degasperi Trent Finlayson Natalie Hamrick Chris Parrish Nick Parsons Chris Rossi Keith St. Onge Terry Winter and more.. Bonus Features: Slow motion action of the worlds's best skiers Hilarious outtakes and wipeouts
16. Carnage 3D (Carnage 3D)
(Carnage 3D)
17. Silks and Sulkies
This short documentary from 1950 captures the thrill of harness racing on Prince Edward Island. We follow Bellhop's career as a pacer, from his unwilling introduction to harness through trials with a bicycle sulky to his first big race. The film culminates with scenes of trotters and pacers at Charlottetown's Old Home Week.
It has an average vote of 6 on TMDB.
18. Road Less Traveled
For most of us skateboarding is a way of life, but somehow the focus of almost every skate video has been based around single tricks that come together to make individual video parts. While we’ve always enjoyed watching and making these types of videos, there’s something special about knowing what went into a project and what it was like for those who experienced it first hand. Therefore, when we set out to make the new Fallen video, we wanted to document every aspect of our missions with the goal of taking the viewer on the journey with us. Over the course of two and a half years, we traveled to Turkey, Croatia, South Africa, Portugal, the American West and Thailand. The memories alone made the extended travel and uncomfortable situations worth the effort. We invite you to join us on the Road Less Traveled.
It has an average vote of 10 on TMDB.
19. The Art of the Game
Filmmaker Matthew Bate explores the making of Trent Parker and Narelle Autio's 'Summation of Force', a moving image work that studies bodies in motion and the world of professional sport.
20. Dans la tête des champions (Dans la tête des champions)
More and more high-level athletes are using "mental trainers" to improve their performance. A fascinating scientific deciphering of the contribution of neuroscience in the field of sports, in the run-up to the Tokyo Olympic Games.
It has an average vote of 9 on TMDB.
