1. Checkpoint Zoo
In the early stages of the Russian-Ukrainian War, almost 5,000 animals were trapped behind enemy lines in a wildlife park. The film relates the story of their dramatic rescue.
2. Wimbledon 2023 Review
A review of an enthralling 2023 Wimbledon Championships that was headlined by Carlos Alcaraz of Spain dethroning seven-time champion Novak Djokovic in an epic five-set men’s final. There is also be a look back at Marketa Vondrousova’s dream run to winning the ladies’ singles. British success was yet again secured in the wheelchair doubles as Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid secured a fifth title, while Neal Skupski claimed his first men’s doubles crown with Dutch partner Wesley Koolhof. History was made in the boys’ singles as Henry Searle became the first British winner since Stanley Matthews in 1962.
3. Baix la garrofera (Baix la garrofera)
(Baix la garrofera)
It has an average vote of 10 on TMDB.
4. Chopin-Pletnev: Cello
This short film is made for the "Chopin-Pletnev" disc which marked Mikhail Pletnev's debut as a pianist on Deutsche Grammophon. In the film, we witness Mr. Pletnev's journey, starting from him on his way to studio, through his performance of Chopin's Etude Op. 25 No. 7 in C sharp minor "The Cello" and the process afterwards. One is struck repeatedly by Pletnev's crystalline arpeggiations, the velocity of his passage work, his singing tone, his rhythmic suppleness, and, above all, the grandeur of his sound.
It has an average vote of 6.3 on TMDB.
5. World Between Our Ears
Columbus indie musician and writer Miles Curtiss mounts a return to his decades-long journey through the arts while finding and fostering community.
6. Lang Lang in China
Lang Lang returned to China in 2005-2006 for an eight-city concert and to record the Dragon Songs album. This documentary of Lang Lang's China visit offers an intimate portrait of the pianist giving masterclasses, surrounded by fans, at home with his family, and on the road.
7. Songs of the madmen
The Bauls of West Bengal are nomad musicians who practice a traditional form of concert challenged by the increasing modernization of India.</p><p> The term "Fous" here refers to those inspired and wandering musicians of Bengal known as Baül. The word Baül is derived from the Sanskrit word "vatul," which means "mad" in the sense that it commonly connotes a more or less frenetic behavior in French. The Baül are peculiar individuals, particularly in their mannerisms, customs, and practices. Although they may belong to either the Hindu or Muslim religion, the Baül refuse to be guided by any social or religious conventions. Freedom of spirit is their only guide. They thus move against the tide of habits, preconceived notions, and general theories. "Le chant des fous" is a film made by Georges Luneau.
8. Music for now! (É pra presente? Não! É pra comer agora!)
The film is about the vinyl record culture and presents a panel of stories, searches, collecting, in various locations in Rio de Janeiro.
9. Ces chansons de nos vacances (Ces chansons de nos vacances)
(Ces chansons de nos vacances)
It has an average vote of 8 on TMDB.
10. Linee d'ombra (Linee d'ombra)
(Linee d'ombra)
11. 72 Horas (72 Horas)
(72 Horas)
12. Quincy
An intimate look into the life of icon Quincy Jones. A unique force in music and popular culture for 70 years, Jones has transcended racial and cultural boundaries; his story is inextricably woven into the fabric of America. Jones came to prominence in the 1950s as a jazz arranger and conductor before working on pop music and film scores. He moved easily between musical genres, producing major pop hits of the early 1960s and serving as an arranger and conductor for several collaborations in the same time period.
It has an average vote of 7.316 on TMDB.
13. Caravaggio: The Soul and the Blood (Caravaggio - L'anima e il sangue)
An exciting and unsettling cinematic journey through the life, work and torments of Caravaggio.
It has an average vote of 6.7 on TMDB.
14. Respect Yourself: The Stax Records Story
Between 1959 and 1975, Stax Records in Memphis, Tennessee released international chart-topping hits from artists including Otis Redding, Sam & Dave, Booker T. & the MG's, Rufus and Carla Thomas, the Staple Singers, Isaac Hayes, and even Richard Pryor and Jesse Jackson. Founded by a white conservative bank teller who played country fiddle music, Stax became the preeminent soul music label in America, and became identified with the civil rights movement of the 1960s and '70s. RESPECT YOURSELF documents the Stax label, its visionaries, and most of all, its music.
It has an average vote of 8.5 on TMDB.
15. King Pleasure
Upcoming documentary about artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. The estate of the legendary artist is on board the project and has granted full access to archival material and original works of art, allowing it to be a mash-up of never-before-seen home movies, notebooks, photographs, animation, and interviews.
16. My life about music (Mi vida es sobre Música)
Mario is the guitarist of "Duck Fizz", a rock band from La Paz B.C.S.</p><p> who seeks to achieve success through his own art.</p><p> However, getting it means having to leave your city for a new home. A</p><p> decision that modifies their entire environment and lifestyle, but that will also help them to</p><p> find more opportunities to fulfill his biggest dream, live from music.
17. Dead Man's Bones (Ft. Ryan Gosling) - Documentary Special Presentation
Ryan Gosling & Zach Shields rehearse a starry eyed children's choir, orchestrate a talent/freak show, and audition something called a "poop opera", at Le Passion Rouge in New York City.
18. ASK ALLSTON: A Documentary About Boston DIY
A documentary filmed between 2016 - 2018 about the Boston DIY music scene, and part of the community that keeps it going.
19. Backstage Bardo (Backstage Bardo)
Backstage Bardo is a short documentary film that takes viewers on a unique journey into the daily life of morgue workers. The challenges of dealing with death are conveyed through an intimate, up-close perspective that offers insight into a world that is often shrouded in obscurity and misconception.
20. Madame Fife, l'amour d'un village (Madame Fife, l'amour d'un village)
(Madame Fife, l'amour d'un village)
