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- DirectorTony KaplanErica MilsomStarsJim BlinnEben OstbyCraig GoodThe story of Pixar's early short films illuminates not only the evolution of the company but also the early days of computer animation, when a small group of artists and scientists shared a single computer in a hallway, and struggled to create emotionally compelling short films.
- DirectorChuan LuStarsJohn KrasinskiClaire KeimXun ZhouVenturing into the wilds of China, "Born in China" captures intimate moments with a panda and her growing cub, a young golden monkey who feels displaced by his baby sister, and a mother snow leopard struggling to raise her two cubs.
- DirectorYann Arthus-BertrandStarsYann Arthus-BertrandGlenn CloseJacques GamblinWith aerial footage from fifty-four countries, 'Home' is a depiction of how Earth's problems are all interlinked.
- DirectorLouie PsihoyosStarsRichard O'BarryLouie PsihoyosHardy JonesUsing state-of-the-art equipment, a group of activists, led by renowned dolphin trainer Ric O'Barry, infiltrate a cove near Taijii, Japan to expose both a shocking instance of animal abuse and a serious threat to human health.
- DirectorJacques PerrinJacques CluzaudStarsPierce BrosnanPedro Armendáriz Jr.Jacques PerrinAn ecological drama/documentary, filmed throughout the globe. Part thriller, part meditation on the vanishing wonders of the sub-aquatic world.
- StarsAngela Palmer-HaibachDiarmaid MacCullochDiarmaid MacCulloch, an Oxford history professor, travels to historical points of interest relevant to Christianity discussing the origins and spread of Christianity in a span of 6 episodes.
- DirectorBarbara ToenniesStarsScott BakulaAlan BallAnnette BeningA closer look at the making of Sam Mendes' American Beauty (1999), one of the greatest cultural phenomena of all time.
- StarsMohamed QuatibRichard HorsleyM'Barek El MamoudiHistorical, archaeological and anthropological evidence gives fresh insights into the historical realities of the times. Drama re-enactments offer a comprehensive exploration into some of the Bible's most compelling people and stories.
- DirectorMarty GrossStarsStephen PrinceJoan MellenTadao SatôThis documentary made by the Criterion Collection examines the history of the Samurai in Japan. Also looks at what inspired Kurosawa to make his masterpiece 1954 film Seven Samurai in a post WW2 Japan.
- StarsMasayuki YuiYoshirô MurakiTeruyo NogamiAn in depth look at the making of Kurosawa's films.
- DirectorLarry WeitzmanStarsWill LymanMichael JordanCharles BarkleyFrom his days as a child in North Carolina to his retirement from the Chicago Bulls in 1999, His Airness takes you on a journey through Michael Jordan's career.
- DirectorMo-young JinStarsByeong-man JoGye-yeol KangA couple who have lived together for 76 years faces the last moment of their marriage.
- DirectorAndrew MorahanStarsMichael JacksonSiedah GarrettDarryl PhinnesseeMichael's "Dangerous Tour" was the biggest tour any performer had done in history, the staging took nearly 3 days to set up. The tour included 69 concerts reaching over 3.5 million fans. This concert aired on HBO in 1992.
- DirectorSteve BarronNicholas BrandtColin ChilversStarsMichael JacksonForrest J. AckermanJeffrey Anderson-GunterCompilation of the music videos of the fifteen number one hits of Michael Jackson.
- DirectorSteve BarronBob GiraldiBruce GowersStarsMichael JacksonAlberto AlejandrinoHorace BaileyCollection of Michael Jackson's music videos from the period 1979-92, including "Thriller", "Beat It", "Billie Jean" and more.
- DirectorNicholas BrandtColin ChilversBob GiraldiStarsMichael JacksonPaula AbdulBrandon Quintin AdamsCollection of Michael Jackson's music videos from the period 1983-1997. Mainly focused post-1995 era, including videos such as "Scream" and "They Don't Care About Us."
- StarsSimon AthertonMel GibsonRichard HansenAn overview of the making of Mel Gibson's Apocalypto (2006).
- DirectorRobert FloreyStarsJames MeltonWalt DisneyKathryn Beaumont1951 behind the scenes featurette of the Walt Disney animated classic.
- StarsCorey BurtonWalt DisneyLeonard MaltinThe journey of J.M. Barrie's classic character to Walt Disney's conceptual masterpiece.
- DirectorClare BarenStarsPearl BaileyRandy CartwrightRon ClementsThis feature allows fans to take a deeper look into Disney history as legendary animators hand over the reins to a new generation.
- DirectorMason FunkStarsAndy GaskillKaye MalinsWalt DisneyHow an original story not based on a fairy tale came to fruition, partly influenced by Walt Disney's life growing up in Marceline, Missouri.
- DirectorBen SharpsteenStarsWinston HiblerFrom the still waters of lagoons and marshes to the wild blue wilderness of the vast oceans, experience the beauty and variety of these majestic birds, each perfectly designed for its habitat.
- DirectorJames AlgarScenes from the Grand Canyon set to Ferde Grofé's "Grand Canyon Suite."
- StarsSigourney WeaverDavid AttenboroughNikolay DrozdovA documentary series on the wildlife found on Earth. Each episode covers a different habitat: deserts, mountains, deep oceans, shallow seas, forests, caves, polar regions, fresh water, plains and jungles. Narrated by David Attenborough.
- Planet Earth Diaries goes behind the scenes of the highly acclaimed natural history series to tell some of the amazing stories from the production team. Four years in the making, it involved over 2000 days in the field, using 71 cameramen filming across 204 locations in 62 countries. From diving with piranhas in Brazil to flying a hot air balloon over the trees of Madagascar, every filming assignment provided its own unique challenges.
- StarsDavid AttenboroughChadden HunterGordon BuchananDavid Attenborough returns with a new wildlife documentary that shows life in a variety of habitats.
- DirectorChristopher KenneallyStarsDerek AmbrosiMichael BallhausAndrzej BartkowiakThe documentary investigates the history, process and workflow of both digital and photochemical film creation.
- StarsDavid AttenboroughPierce BrosnanPeter ScoonesMammoth series, five years in the making, taking a look at the rich tapestry of life in the world's oceans.
- StarsDavid AttenboroughPeter DrostRoger MunnsDavid Attenborough returns to the world's oceans in this sequel to the acclaimed documentary filming rare and unusual creatures of the deep, as well as documenting the problems our oceans face.
- DirectorTim Van SomerenStarsHans ZimmerYolanda CharlesMichael EinzigerThe renowned film score composer leads a concert featuring his cinematic compositions.
- DirectorMami SunadaStarsJoe HisaishiA concert given on 4th and 5th (plus an added performance on 6th) of August 2008 at Tokyo's 14,000-seat Nippon Budôkan venue commemorating both the Japanese theatrical premiere of "Ponyo" and the 25 years of musical collaboration between composer Joe Hisaishi and filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki.
- CreatorAnn DruyanCarl SaganSteven SoterStarsCarl SaganJaromír HanzlíkJonathan FahnAstronomer Carl Sagan leads us on an engaging guided tour of the various elements and cosmological theories of the universe.
- DirectorMark AchbarJennifer AbbottStarsMikela JayRob BeckwermertChristopher GoraDocumentary that looks at the concept of the corporation throughout recent history up to its present-day dominance.
- StarsDavid AttenboroughExplores and unravels the mystery of how and why animals migrate, showing some of the most dramatic and compelling stories in the natural world through spectacular and innovative cinematography.
- StarsNeil deGrasse TysonChristopher EmersonKeythe FarleyAn exploration of our discovery of the laws of nature and coordinates in space and time.
- StarsMichael PetersonDavid RudolfRon GueretteThe high-profile murder trial of American novelist Michael Peterson following the death of his wife Kathleen Peterson in 2001.
- DirectorJean-Xavier de LestradeStarsCaitlin AtwaterBradley BannonFreda BlackExplosive developments - implicating both the forensics laboratory of the police department of North Carolina, and Duane Deaver, its chief - recently saw the convicted subject of 'The Staircase', Michael Peterson, released from jail after serving eight years of a life sentence, pending a retrial.
- StarsMichael JordanPhil JacksonScottie PippenLed by Michael Jordan, the 1990s Chicago Bulls establish themselves as one of the most notable dynasties in sports history.
- DirectorJenny Brockie
- StarsLaurence OlivierAverell HarrimanAnthony EdenA groundbreaking 26-part documentary series narrated by the actor Laurence Olivier about the deadliest conflict in history, World War II.
- DirectorChristopher NolanStarsStephen QuayTimothy QuayThis short documentary film reveals the inner workings of the Brothers' studio.
- DirectorKe GuoAn estimated 200,000 Chinese women were forced into prostitution by the Japanese army during WWII. Only 22 of them remain today to speak out publicly. This documentary is not a film for political gains or narrow nationalistic purposes. For the director and the crew, each and every one of those elderly women is a brave and strong individual with similar yet distinctive experiences. This is a group that deserves to be known and correctly understood by more people and a history worth being preserved in a most accurate yet sensitive way. In the documentary, the current situation of those 22 elderly women will be presented in an impersonal way. There's no interrogation, sympathy, nor exaggeration in our film. You will hear them talk about their own experiences, and you will also learn about their perspectives on life, sufferings and happiness. Now all over 80 or 90 years old, those elderly ladies are at the very last stage of their life. This is probably the last chance for the public to actually see their situations and hear their own words while they are still alive. It should not be a history just written on pages.
- StarsKylie KwongThis is Chinese food like you've never seen it before - modern, healthy and delicious new recipes from someone who has been cooking since she was five years old. Born into one of Australia's oldest Chinese families, Kylie Kwong has traditional Chinese cooking in her blood. She combines traditional family recipes with the latest ideas she's learned working with chefs like Neil Perry and Stefan Manfredi. The result is an exciting new blend of Chinese and contemporary Australian cuisine. Restaurant owner, author, award-winning chef and fifth generation Chinese-Australian, Kylie cooks with irresistible energy and passion. Glamorous lobster salad, deep fried fillets of snapper with five different types of tomato, fresh scallops with mint, luscious organic bacon braised in red wine and Kylie's famous crispy skin duck with blood plum sauce are all explained for expert and novice cooks alike.
- StarsRick SteinJosé PizarroMaria Jose SevillaThe chef embarks on a culinary tour of the country laced with history, literature and stunning photography.
- StarsRick SteinRoy ChoiMartin YanIn 1968 the young Rick travelled down the Pacific Coast Highway to the Mexican border and beyond. 50 years later he retraces his steps from San Francisco to Mexico enjoying unique dishes and meeting chefs.
- StarsRick SteinCelebrity chef Rick Stein takes as meandering journey through the waterways of France, sampling the very best of the country's cuisine, as he takes the long route to a favourite Marsailles eatery.
- StarsGino D'AcampoTV chef Gino D'Acampo returns to his home country of Italy and embarks on a culinary odyssey, from major cities like Rome and Naples to coastal villages, to discover the secrets of its cuisine in this cooking travelogue adventure.
- StarsDave MyersSi KingAlvin LeungDave Myers and Simon King take an adventurous road trip to explore the local way of life and the origins of some of the West's favorite Asian cuisine.
- StarsNigella LawsonBring the spirit of Italy to the kitchen with ingredients you can find in any supermarket. This is a home cookery course in dishes that elevate everyday eating into no-fuss feasts.
- StarsMaeve O'MearaJames LeeGuillaume BrahimiMaeve O'Meara explores cuisines & condiments of various countries also helping prepare signature dishes with cooks & chefs.
- DirectorArthur JonesStarsMatthew BarenJames CameronGrant DinThe last great mystery of Titanic is unraveled, as an international team searches for the ship's lost Chinese passengers, uncovering an extraordinary tale of survival and dignity in the face of racism and anti-immigrant policy.
- DirectorShih WuStarsMei WangBruce LeeLinda Lee CadwellA documentary that examines the life and the untimely death of superstar Bruce Lee.
- DirectorLeonard HoStarsJames B. NicholsonHoi-Chuen LeeBruce LeeThe Official Golden Harvest tribute to the Master of the Martial Arts Film, Bruce Lee.
- DirectorPete McCormackStarsBruce LeePaul BowmanDaniele BolelliBruce Lee is universally recognized as the pioneer who elevated martial arts in film to an art form, and this documentary will reveal why Bruce Lee's flame burns brighter now than the day he died over three decades ago.
- DirectorToby RussellStarsJoel CutraraJackie ChanSing ChenWelcome to the world of the martial arts. A voyage for the times of the martial arts cinema, from the beginning in China in the 6th Century B.C. by a Buddhist monk, Bodhidharma, until the actual time and the influence in the world, with interviews to actors like Gordon Liu and Jackie Chan and historians like David Weeden, and a review to the most important movies of all times and to the most famous action movies actors. A magnificent jewel of this genre what nobody wouldn't lose.
- DirectorJackie ChanStarsJackie ChanWillie ChanCharles ChanAbout Jackie Chan is written and filmed very much. A living legend, a unique creative personality, one of the biggest movie stars in the history of cinema, a man whose enthusiastic love for his work knows no equal in the world, the man who put life into cinema piggy bank. Striking person. Man of dreams.
- DirectorJackie ChanXavier LeeStarsJackie ChanKen LoBradley James AllanA documentary where Jackie Chan and his stuntman team show you the secrets of some of the great stunts they do in films. The film also takes you on the sets of "Who Am I?" and "Rush Hour".
- DirectorSteve WebbStarsKareem Abdul-JabbarJackie ChanMargaret ChoHow Bruce Lee Changed the World explores the amazing multitude of ways that Bruce Lee - the first international Asian superstar - has influenced pop culture.
- DirectorKeith R. ClarkeStarsSamuel L. JacksonDavid CarradineJackie ChanA look at the history of martial arts films from their chinese roots to the present, presented by Samuel L. Jackson.
- DirectorJohn LittleBruce LeeStarsBruce LeeKareem Abdul-JabbarPeter ArcherA documentary showing the life of Bruce Lee up-close.
- StarsRab AffleckMarc AkerstreamIan BannenIn their second film compilation following their 'Boogeymen:The Killer Compilation' series, FlixMix takes you into the history of action movies from Hollywood to Hong Kong cinema that spans a 20-year period. This one features action scenes from 16 action-packed movies featuring action gurus, Jet Li, Michelle Yeoh, Chow Yun-Fat, Jackie Chan, Jean-Claude Van Damme and many more. The DVD edition features a audio commentary from legendary Hong Kong filmmaker, Tsui Hark (Once Upon A Time In China, Zu Warriors, Double Team) and an additional commentary by stuntman/martial arts actor, James Lew that adds a excellent perspective to the action scenes. An instructional featurette by James Lew that will teach viewers the principals of throwing and receiving punches & kicks on film as well as choreographing your own fights. Different profiles of the actors, on-screen trivias of each movie will keep action fans entertained.
- DirectorToni MyersStarsLeonardo DiCaprioScott D. AltmanMegan McArthurAn IMAX 3D camera chronicles the effort of 7 astronauts aboard the Space Shuttle Atlantis to repair the Hubble Space Telescope.
- DirectorRussell NormanBen WinstonStarsJennifer AnistonCourteney CoxLisa Kudrow"Friends (1994)" reunion special hosted by James Corden in which the main cast revisit the sets of the original show, meet with celebrity guests, do table reads and re-enactments of episodes, and share behind-the-scenes footage.
- StarsMaeve O'MearaGuillaume BrahimiWendy LynFilmed in Australia and France, this series is a celebration of exquisite French cuisine in all its delicious complexity.
- StarsOprah WinfreyDavid AttenboroughDoug AllanDavid Attenborough's legendary BBC crew explains and shows wildlife all over planet earth. From giving an overview of the challenges facing life to hunting the deep sea and various major evolutionary groups of creatures.
- StarsJohn HurtRoger MunnsA cinematic experience bringing you the most amazing human stories in the world. Humans and wildlife surviving in the most extreme environments on Earth
- StarsDavid AttenboroughAlec BaldwinChadden HunterFocuses on life and the environment in both the Arctic and Antarctic.
- StarsDavid AttenboroughSimon BlakeneyBill RudolphAfrica, the world's wildest continent. David Attenborough takes us on an awe-inspiring journey through one of the most diverse places in the world. We visit deserts, savannas, and jungles and meet up with some of Africa's amazing wildlife.
- StarsPeter CoyoteHuy DucJames WillbanksA comprehensive history of the United States' involvement in the bitterly divisive armed conflict in Southeast Asia.
- DirectorCasey PattersonJoe PearlmanEran CreevyStarsGary OldmanEmma WatsonDaniel RadcliffeCast and crew members from all "Harry Potter" films reunite in a retrospective special to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001).
- In January 1969, The Beatles set out to write and record new songs for their first live show in more than two years, culminating in an impromptu concert atop their Savile Row studio.
- DirectorJunzi WeiStarsSammo Kam-Bo HungDonnie YenHark TsuiThe documentary highlights renowned Chinese Kung Fu masters in the film industry, showcasing Hong Kong's Kung Fu legacy over sixty years and capturing their daring lives.
- DirectorMabel CheungStarsJackie ChanYuk-Lan ChanGui-Lan ChenA surprising look at the past of movie star Jackie Chan and the difficulties of Chinese families during the Culture Revolution.