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How might your life be better with less? Minimalism examines the many flavors of minimalism by taking the audience inside the lives of minimalists from all walks of life--families, entrepreneurs, architects, artists, journalists, scientists, and even a former Wall Street broker--all of whom are striving to live a meaningful life with less.
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"Saving The Ice" is a compelling documentary that explores the rich history, triumphs, and challenges faced by the legendary Philadelphia Skating Club & Humane Society. Established in 1849 for the rescue of people who fell through the ice on Philadelphia's Schuylkill River, through the years it provided opportunities for young skaters to achieve their dreams. Scott Hamilton (two-time Olympic Gold Medalist) shares his journey in the film during his...
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Constructed from a wealth of archival footage, King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis is a monumental documentary that follows Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. from 1955 to 1968, in his rise from regional activist to world-renowned leader of the Civil Rights movement. Rare footage of King's speeches, protests, and arrests are interspersed with scenes of other high-profile supporters and opponents of the cause, punctuated by heartfelt testimonials...
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What does it take to reach the top of the world? A question everyone once in their life always asks. Kovid Mittall dreams of reaching Mount Everest one day, but before that he must conquer other peaks, his failures and battle against his own demons. After creating the world record of fastest climb on Black Peak Mountain, an altitude of 21,000 feet in 6 days, Kovid is set to climb a 23,000 foot peak, his last chapter before he attempts Mount Everest,...
6) Lynch/Oz
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The themes, images, and cultural vernacular of Victor Fleming's The Wizard of Oz continue to haunt David Lynch's filmography from his early short "The Alphabet" to his television series Twin Peaks: The Return. Is Lynch trapped in the Land of Oz? If so, what can we learn about his body of work by closely examining how it intersects and communicates with that legendary fantasy? In turn, what do Lynch's films have to say about the enduring resonance...
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Everything to Entertain You: The Story of Video Headquarters is a documentary about one of the greatest video stores in the country: Video Headquarters from Keene, New Hampshire. The store existed for 32 years from 1983-2015. Its owner, Ken McAleer, was a prominent figure among independent video store owners. The documentary examines how one man, with a single video store far outside the film hubs of New York and L.A., can have such a big impact on...