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The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez
Rex is an old man who is bitter about never becoming famous and having lived a life without any meaning. After suffering a stroke, he ends up in a nursing home staffed by Latin American immigrants. Put off by the situation, he focuses his energy on getting out, which places him at odds with the Latino workers. However, their relationship takes on new meaning when it is discovered that he once shook hands with Vicente Fernandez, a Mexican singer, producer and actor idolized throughout Latin culture. The employees soon begin to treat Rex like the celebrity he's always dreamed of being.
O Brother Man: The Art and Life of Lynd Ward
Lynd Ward is the father of the American graphic novel and one of the most prolific book illustrators and printmakers in the history of American art. Featuring more than 150 wood engravings, drawings, and illustrations by this important American artist and storyteller, the 90-minute film brings the creativity of Ward to life and illustrates his mastery of narrative without text. His work chronicles American life in the 20th century, and demonstrates his deep personal commitment to social justice and the plight of the workingman surrounding the years of the Great Depression. Written, narrated, and directed by Michael Maglaras of 217 Films. Featuring interviews with Ward's daughter, Robin Ward Savage. 2012.
Beast Wishes: The Fantastic World of Bob and Kathy Burns
Documentary about Bob and Kathy Burns, the goodwill ambassadors of science fiction film fandom.
Royal Babylon: The Criminal Record of the British Monarchy
A video polemic, based on Heathcote Williams' investigative poem 'Royal Babylon: The Criminal Record of the British Monarchy' - every film a crime. The collective at Handsome Dog have used the best of new media to present a video polemic based on Heathcote William's investigative poem "Royal Babylon: The Criminal Record of the British Monarchy". Sixteen short films have been made the chronicle the crimes of the Royal Family and their ancestors: RB intro, Killing an Ibis, Mad Monarchs, Michael X, Harry Trouble, I Danced with a Man, Foot in Mouth, Folk on the Hill, Knight Hoods, Milton Gas, Swift Justice, Raj Doubt, Gaunt etc., Koh i Noor, Paine and Thoth, Blake Acres Zappa, Glitter Freeze. Written by Margaret Cox
Derby Baby: A Story of Love, Addiction and Rink Rash
If you've attended a women's roller derby bout in its latest incarnation, you've seen it: the love and addiction that drives thousands of women around the globe to don fishnets, stage names and roller skates. The number of female league-skaters in the US is estimated over 20,000, and the first-ever World Cup in 2011 had women around the globe lacing up skates to compete internationally. Narrated by actress/musician 'Juliette Lewis' , Derby Baby takes viewers on a quest to learn why women's roller derby is the fastest growing sport in the world.
Deceptive Practice: The Mysteries and Mentors of Ricky Jay
The life and career of renowned magician and sleight of hand artist Ricky Jay.
Pop Charts Britannia: 60 Years of the Top 10
The story of the British pop charts from their beginnings on the 50s through the heyday of the 70s and 80s to their re-emergence in a digital world.
Killing Our Best Friends: The Crisis of Pet Overpopulation
In 1994, filmmaker Bill Millios made a 30-minute documentary film, Killing Our Best Friends—The Crisis of Pet Overpopulation, to call attention to the staggering number of cats and dogs that were being put down in New Hampshire animal shelters just to make room for other homeless animals. The film includes interviews with people who were working throughout the state to save the lives of these animals and discussed ways that could be done. "Absolutely fantastic - very well-done, informative and conveys an extremely important message about the responsibilities of pet ownership." WGOT-60, Manchester, NH.
Keep on Burning: The Story of Northern Soul
Keep on Burning tells the fascinating story of the world's most enduring underground music movement: Northern Soul. Featuring key DJ's, journalists and promoters, including soul radio pioneer Tony Blackburn, Marc Almond and key DJ's, journalists and promoters.
The War on Health: The FDA's Cult of Tyranny
Film producer and health activist Gary Null exposes the FDA as an organization that is merely a tool of big business and an agency that is actively attempting to destroy public. With plans to prevent the American population from having unregulated access to vitamins, minerals and healthy foods, the FDA is clearly an accomplice in the war on health and health freedom.