Movies have the power to transport us to different worlds, evoke emotions we never thought possible, and even inspire us in unexpected ways. And when it comes to art, there’s no better medium than film to capture its beauty, complexity, and impact. With that in mind, let’s take a journey through some of the greatest … Read more
The documentary The Art of the Steal explores the tumultuous controversy surrounding the Barnes Foundation, an art collection based in Pennsylvania. Founded by Dr. Albert C. Barnes in 1922, this collection housed one of the greatest collections of impressionist and post-impressionist artwork in the world, with works from artists such as Monet, Picasso, Renoir, and … Read more
Helvetica is an iconic typeface that has played a critical role in the design world for over sixty years. Directed by Gary Hustvit, the documentary about this classic typeface offers a fascinating and comprehensive look at its development and uses. The film is part of a trilogy exploring contemporary design, and it is essential viewing … Read more
Cave of Forgotten Dreams is an incredible 3D documentary by the renowned German filmmaker Werner Herzog, that covers a remote cave in France known as the Chauvet Cave. Inside this cave lies an untold story, immortalized in ancient artwork painted on its walls over tens of thousands of years ago. This breathtaking documentary takes viewers … Read more
For many years, the world has been grappling with an ever-growing problem – plastic pollution. Since 1950, a staggering 9 billion metric tons of plastic waste have been produced, yet the question remains; where has it all gone? The answer to this difficult question can be found in PBS NewsHour’s illuminating documentary, The Plastic Problem. … Read more
Simon Schama’s documentary series, Power of Art, is a powerful and moving exploration into some of the world’s most iconic pieces of art. Through a deeply personal journey, viewers are taken on an intimate tour of eight world-renowned masterpieces, from Caravaggio’s “The Calling of St. Matthew” to Van Gogh’s “Starry Night”. Each work provides the … Read more
Samsara, a documentary by directors Ron Fricke and Mark Magidson, is an engrossing exploration of our lives and the mysterious interconnectedness that binds us all together. Filmed over a period of almost five years in twenty-five countries across the globe, Samsara takes us from sacred grounds to disaster zones, from industrial sites to natural wonders. … Read more
This emotionally gripping documentary, set in the rural town of Whitwell, Tennessee, is a must-watch for all. It tells the story of a middle-school class taking on an ambitious project to gain a better understanding of the magnitude of World War II’s Holocaust. The class collects paper clips, with each clip representing a life lost … Read more
Graffiti has, for years, been considered as an act of vandalism and nothing more. However, in the documentary A Brief History of Graffiti, art historian Dr Richard Clay sets out to prove otherwise. Through this documentary, he charts the development of graffiti from cave paintings in France to messages found in Berlin’s Reichstag building in … Read more
The documentary Thrashin‘ has been lauded as an essential watch for any fan of the thrash metal genre. Directed by Adam Dubin, this documentary takes a look at the development and rise of this unique sound in the San Francisco Bay Area during the early 1980s. Featuring insightful interviews with some of the biggest names … Read more