Documentary of AKB48: The Time Has Come (2014)
Documentary
Atsuko Maeda, who led idol group "AKB48," graduated from the group in 2012 and Yuko Oshima, who was a central member of "AKB48," graduated from the group in 2014. A heated election takes place to pick the leader of "AKB48" in June, 2014.
Starring: AKB48
Director: Eiki Takahashi
F for Fake / Vérités et mensonges (1973)
Comedy | Documentary
A documentary about fraud and fakery.
Starring: Orson Welles, Joseph Cotten, Richard Wilson, Paul Stewart, Gary Graver, Peter Bogdanovich
Director: Orson Welles
The Galapagos Affair: Satan Came to Eden (2013)
Biography | Crime | Documentary | History | Mystery
About a series of unsolved disappearances on the Galapagos Island of Floreana in the 1930s.
Starring: Cate Blanchett, Sebastian Koch, Thomas Kretschmann, Diane Kruger, Connie Nielsen, Josh Radnor, Gustaf Skarsgård
Director: Daniel Geller, Dayna Goldfine
Enchanted Kingdom 3D (2013)
Documentary
An extraordinary, spell-binding journey through the realms of nature to discover that the natural world is stranger, more magical, more mystical than anything you could possibly imagine. You'll be propelled from enchanted forests to the edge of the underworld, from a paranormal planet into fantastical seas, from celestial mountains through mercurial waters, finally to experience the ultimate celebration of nature's magic, the greatest gathering of wildlife on Earth. You won't believe your eyes or ears as you meet amazing creatures and experience nature as it's never been seen before, eye-to-eye with the creatures, on an adventure where you will truly believe the real world is more extraordinary and awe-inspiring than any fiction. Filmed with ground-breaking 3D technology, Enchanted Kingdom provides a whole new perspective of Mother Earth. Awe-inspiring scenes overflowing with beauty and majesty show you the real fairytale in our very surreal world.
Starring: Hayley Joanne Bacon
Narrator: Idris Elba
Director: Patrick Morris, Neil Nightingale
The Class of '92 (2013)
Documentary | Sport
Documentary about Manchester United's 'Class of '92', which consisted of David Beckham, Ryan Giggs, Nicky Butt, Paul Scholes and the Neville brothers. Covering the period between 1992 and United's European Cup win over Bayern Munich in 1999, the film highlights the players' highs and lows while discussing the social and cultural changes which were affecting Britain at the time. Featuring extensive interview footage with the players themselves as well as United supporter and acclaimed film director Danny Boyle, we are shown how these players transformed from six working-class English lads to international superstars in the space of seven years.
Starring: David Beckham, Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Gary Neville, Phil Neville, Paul Scholes
Director: Benjamin Turner, Gabe Turner
Deepsea Challenge 3D / James Cameron's Deepsea Challenge 3D (2014)
Documentary
The dramatic story of James Cameron's odyssey as he undertakes an expedition to the deepest part of the ocean. This is a journey of historic proportion and risk. The film will mesmerize viewers of all ages with the thrill of true discovery and the allure of the unknown, of new life forms, and of vistas never before captured on camera – all right here on planet Earth.
Starring: James Cameron, Frank Lotito
Director: John Bruno, Ray Quint, Andrew Wight
Beyond Beauty: Taiwan from Above (2013)
Documentary | Drama
A documentary that documents Taiwan from an aerial perspective. It offers viewers a glimpse of Taiwan's natural beauty as well as the effect of human activities and urbanization to our environment.
Starring: Xiang Hong, Cing-Soong Lai, Nolay Piho, Nien-Jen Wu
Director: Chi Po-lin
El Somni / The Dream (2014)
Documentary
El somni (The dream) is a remarkable film directed by Franc Aleu, which shows the creative process of over 40 international artists who participated in a dinner put together as an opera in twelve dishes, with gastronomic creations by the Roca brothers, from the restaurant El Celler de Can Roca. A visual experience that enables the spectator to get to know the dynamic approach and the challenges that have taken the Roca brothers to the top. Images, matter, music, flavor and smell converge on this journey with guests such as Ferran Adrià, Zubin Mehta, Miquel Barceló, Freida Pinto, Sílvia Pérez Cruz and Harold McGee.
Starring: Joan Roca, Josep Roca, Jordi Roca
Director: Franc Aleu
Harmontown (2014)
Documentary
A documentary that follows Dan Harmon on tour for his podcast series after he was fired from Community in 2012.
Starring: Dan Harmon, Jack Black, Joel McHale, John Oliver, Sarah Silverman, Ben Stiller, Jason Sudeikis
Director: Neil Berkeley
Roy Orbison: Mystery Girl – Unraveled (2014)
Documentary
The discography of Roy Orbison (1936-1988) – which yielded some of the most heartfelt, passionate classics of the rock 'n' roll era – shined even brighter with the release of Mystery Girl, the last album Orbison recorded, in 1989. The commercial success of Mystery Girl was nothing short of impressive: the album was a Top 5 hit, eventually earning Orbison his first platinum award for over 1 million sales, and featured the worldwide Top 10 smash "You Got It." Mystery Girl: Unraveled features a new hour-long documentary on the making of the album, executive produced by Roy's sons. The documentary includes new interviews with those behind the album including Steve Cropper, Tom Petty, Mick Campbell and Jeff Lynne. In addition there are eight wonderful music videos, including an unreleased alternate video for "She's a Mystery to Me" and three new videos for "The Way Is Love," "You Got It" and "California Blue.
Starring: Roy Orbison Jr.
Director: Alex Orbison
Plastic Paradise: The Great Pacific Garbage Patch (2013)
Adventure | Documentary | Family | News
Angela Sun's journey of discovery to one of the most remote places on Earth, Midway Atoll, to uncover the truth behind the mystery of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. Along the way she encounters scientists, industry, legislators and activists who shed light on what our society's vast consumption of disposable plastic is doing to our oceans, and what it may be doing to our health.
Starring: Angela Sun
Director: Angela Sun
That's It, That's All. (2008)
Adventure | Documentary | Sport
Dedicated to everything snowboarding, Travis Rice and a dream team crew set out on a seek-and-destroy operation for the new zone, the new trick and the new perspective on the sport. New Zealand, Valdez, B.C., Munich, Tokyo, Jackson Hole and deeper…seen in a new light with action that leaves you wondering, how did they do that? Aspiring to bring you closer, the Hi Def, 35mm, super16 footage answers the question why Trice and his friends have poured blood, sweat, tears and soul into a simple thing like snowboarding. Take a look. That's it. That's all.
Starring: Jake Blauvelt, Kyle Clancy, Terje Håkonsen, Bryan Iguchi, John Jackson
Director: Curt Morgan
Little Dieter Needs to Fly / Flucht aus Laos (1997)
Biography | Documentary | Drama | War
In 1966, Dieter Dengler was shot down over Laos, captured, and, down to 85 pounds, escaped. Barefoot, surviving monsoons, leeches, and machete-wielding villagers, he was rescued. Now, near 60, living on Mt. Tamalpais, Dengler tells his story: a German lad surviving Allied bombings in World War II, postwar poverty, apprenticed to a smith, beaten regularly. At 18, he emigrates and peels potatoes in the U.S. Air Force. He leaves for California and college, then enlistment in the Navy to learn to fly. A quiet man of sorrows tells his story: war, capture, harrowing conditions, escape, and miraculous rescue. Where did he find the strength; how does he now live with his memories?
Starring: Dieter Dengler, Werner Herzog, Eugene Deatrick
Director: Werner Herzog
Lektionen in Finsternis / Lessons of Darkness (1992)
Documentary | Sci-Fi | War
This film shows the disaster of the Kuwaitian oil fields in flames. In contrast to the common documentary film there are no comments and few interviews. What must have been the hell itself is presented to the viewer in such beautiful sights and beautiful music that one has to be fascinated by it. The German title translates 'lessons in darkness'.
Starring: Werner Herzog
Director: Werner Herzog
The King of Arcades (2014)
Documentary
This highly anticipated documentary follows arcade owner and punk rockstar Richie Knucklez as he creates one of the biggest arcade phenomena in the world. The rollercoaster of success winds through 1980s nostalgia and takes your breath away as it climbs to unexpected destinations. Follow the rise and fall of the King of Arcades as one man pursues his dream against all odds.
Starring: Ralph H. Baer, Tim Balderamos, Greg Bond, Jerry Buckner. Hank Chien
Director: Sean Tiedeman
The Hornet's Nest (2014)
Action | Documentary | History | War
A career Journalist takes his son to the war zone in Afghanistan, covering U.S. Combat Troops on the front lines. What starts out as an effort to reconnect with his son, becomes a remarkable true story and fight for survival for all.
Starring: Carlos Boettcher, Mike Boettcher
Director: David Salzberg, Christian Tureaud
To Be Takei / The George Takei Documentary Project (2014)
Documentary
From outer space to Capitol Hill, from the silver screen to YouTube, the legendary George Takei has blazed his own trail while conquering new frontiers with a beaming trademark grin. Oh, my! TO BE TAKEI is a hilarious, entertaining, and moving look at the many roles played by eclectic 77-year-old actor/activist George Takei. His wit, humor and grace have helped him to become an internationally beloved figure and internet phenomenon with 7-million Facebook fans and counting. The film offers unprecedented access to the daily life of George and his husband/business partner Brad and chronicles George’s fascinating personal journey from Japanese American internment camp to his iconic and groundbreaking role as Sulu on STAR TREK, and his rise as an pop culture icon. The film shows what it truly means TO BE TAKEI. Featuring interviews with the cast of the original STAR TREK, the new "Sulu" John Cho, and more.
Starring: George Takei, Brad Takei, Walter Koenig, William Shatner, John Cho, Nichelle Nichols
Director: Jennifer M. Kroot
Hidden Kingdoms (TV Mini-Series 2014)
Documentary
Immerse yourself in the lives of extraordinary characters that stand a few inches tall. From chipmunks to mice, be entertained and spellbound by the creatures that call the Hidden Kingdoms home.
Narrator: Stephen Fry
Directors: Gavin Maxwell, Simon Bell
Robin Williams: Weapons of Self Destruction (2009)
Comedy | Documentary
In this comedy special taped at DAR Constitution Hall, his first solo special on the network in seven years, Williams covers such topics as global warming, sex and politics, the state of health care in the country (suggesting a cash for clunkers program for elderly relatives, among other things), drugs – recreational and otherwise – and more personal topics, including his recent heart surgery.
Starring: Robin Williams
Director: Marty Callner
Baraka (1992)
Documentary | War
A 70mm film shot entirely without dialogue, just sound and images, on six continents and in 24 countries, exploring the formation and evolution of Earth, the ascendance of man and the consequences of technology.
Starring: Ron Fricke
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