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In 1926, Buster Keaton was at the peak of his glory and wealth. By 1933, he had reached rock bottom. How, in the space of a few years, did this uncontested genius of silent films, go from the status of being a widely-wor
The film examines Mackintosh's iconic buildings, notably the Glasgow School of Art. Interwoven with his architecture, design and watercolours is the personal story of Mackintosh. Little known at home, his work found favo
Acclaimed British art critic, Waldemar Januszczak, investigates the few known facts about William Dobson and seeks out personal stories he left behind as it follows him through his tragically short career. Among the Dobs
A tribute to football legend George Best, highlighting the ups and downs of a very controversial career. He became an idol at Manchester United and for Northern Ireland during the late 1960s and 1970s with his electrifyi
The documentary examines Frank Zappa and his music through archive footage, including unique video excerpts from Austrian television archives featuring interviews with Zappa and backstage scenes from the 1970s and 1980s.
Charlie Chaplin finds a genie who grants him his every wish.
The life and death of Hawaii comedian Rap Reiplinger is featured in-depth in this one-hour documentary. Although he has been gone for nearly thirty years, his influence on Hawaii comedy is as powerful as ever. In his lif
A documentary about Gypsy Jazz legend, Django Reinhardt.
Charlie Chaplin visits the realms of fantasy, going to Mars and other planets as he journeys through the Milky Way.
A tribute to the human and artistic greatness of a genius that continues to surprise us.
Children singing — it’s precious, pure and good for them! An amazing group of Baby Genius characters create a musical funfest with marvelous sing-a-longs like Apples and Bananas and I’ve Been Working on the Railroad. Fav
By all accounts, those that knew Royal Raymond Rife considered him to be a scientific genius. He is reported to have invented super-microscopes which allowed him to see live microbes as small as a virus. Using direct obs
Jean-Michel Frank designed style-defining interiors in the 1920s with the timeless ideal of simplicity. He worked in Paris with artists like Giacometti and Dali, and designed interiors for millionaires like Nelson Rockef
Perhaps the most important director of his generation, Patrice Chéreau left an indelible mark on theatre, film and opera. This documentary traces the French artist’s life and work ten years after his death.
Alder uncovers not only the life and works of the elusive Cold War soviet master, but also sheds light on the Soviet animation regime.
A celebration of the life, career and uniquely surreal humour of Scottish comedian Chic Murray. Through archive footage, performances and reflections from fellow comics and admirers, the documentary explores the eccentri
Has one of Britain's greatest artists been unfairly forgotten? Waldemar Januszczak thinks so. In this documentary, Januszczak argues that the little known 17th-century portrait painter William Dobson was the first Englis
Over 80 years after her death, Maria Skłodowska-Curie remains by far the best-known female scientist. In her lifetime, she became that rare thing - a celebrity scientist, attracting the attention of the news cameras and
An independent film director visits his family's home in Taiyuan, where he discusses love, marriage, and family with his mother and shows Pasolini's DECAMERON to his father. He returns to Beijing after the Chinese New Ye