This documentary establishes historical perspective on the measures which were taken by J. Edgar Hoover and the FBI. These measures aimed to discredit black political figures and forces of the late 1960′s and early 1970′s. A secret program called the Counter Intelligence Program (COINTELPRO) was initiated to subvert the will of the people to avoid … Read more
A heartbreaking documentary that alters their expectations of happily ever afters, Daughter from Danang is a fascinating emotional drama of nostalgia, identity and personal legacy of war. To all outward appearances, Heidi is the proverbial “All-American Girl”, who come from small town Pulaski, Tennessee, but his birth name was Mai Thi Hiep. Born in Danang, … Read more
Black Lives Matter was founded on July 13, 2013. Since then, the movement has been in the news constantly. Black Lives Matter is an international activist movement, originating in the African-American community that campaigns against violence and systemic racism towards black people. You might think that Black Matter Maters organizes protests only in towns with … Read more
Stephen Fry: The Secret Life of the Manic Depressive is a 2006 two-part television documentary directed by Ross Wilson and featuring British actor and comedian Stephen Fry. It explores the effects of living with bipolar disorder, based on the experiences of Fry, other celebrities and members of the public with, or affected by, the disorder.
The Astronomical Clock in Prague is the world’s oldest astronomical clock still in use. According to the legend, the compelling landmark was created back in the 15th century. The legend goes that Hanus, an experienced clock master, was selected by the city council to produce an original device that will measure time and have other functionalities … Read more
Bipolar disorder is just one of many mental illnesses that is still highly talked about in our culture today, and ‘Up/Down’ is a way of opening everyones eyes. It’s a personal analsysis of a number of people that are living with this disorder. A familliar way of people explaining this in their own words avoiding … Read more
Social status in a capitalistic society is a major factor in how people live their lives. This social status greatly revolves around a person’s financial status. This film examines how the quest to move up the social ladder has brought untold depression and anxieties about ones self.
Clair, Heather and Clio are all pregnant women, but have decided not to use conventional medical care. They are born free – to give birth at home without professional assistance or relief of pain. The process is highly controversial, helps in childbirth, they could even be prosecuted. Will everyone get on with their plans? This … Read more
1. Love and Power. This is the story of the dream that was built in the 1990s that computers can create a new kind of world stability. That would create a new global capitalist class free of any risk and without the boom and bust of the past. It would also abolish the political power … Read more
Ruby Ridge used to refer to a geographic location in the state of Idaho, but after an incident that took place there 10 years ago on August 21, the phrase has come to refer to a scandalous series of events that opened the eyes of many people to the inner workings of the federal government, … Read more