Tag Archives: Documentary

Geologist Ian Stewart explain in three stages of natural history the crucial interaction of our very planet’s physiology and its unique wildlife. Biological evolution is largely driven bu adaptation to conditions such as climate, soil and irrigation, but biotopes were also shaped by wildlife changing earth’s surface and climate significantly, even disregarding human activity. DirectorContinue reading “How to Grow a Planet – 2012”

The Festival international de la mode africaine (Fima), released in 1998 in Niger, is important to the vogue industry in Africa. The documentary explores the dimensions of this scene. Director : Max Court Cast : Genre : Documentary Release Date : 11/11/2012 Country :

Firsthand accounts of World War II are shared in this documentary, which includes archival footage and more than 50 testimonies from American, British, German and Soviet servicemembers. Director : Cast : Genre : Documentary Release Date : 8/12/2012 Country : United States

TV-PG14-DLS The world’s oldest profession is now a thriving black market economy, with an underground workforce that’s just an Internet connection and a phone call away. National Geographic’s Mariana van Zeller journeys to the heart of the American escort industry and uncovers the gritty reality behind the supply and demand of high-end sex work. DirectorContinue reading “Sex for Sale: American Escort – 2012”

Whateverest is a documentary about the unlikely inspiration behind a dance tune produced by Todd Terje called ‘Inspector Norse.’ ‘Inspector Norse’ is the Internet alias of Marius Solem Johansen, a failed musician living in a small town, producing dance videos and drug recipes for YouTube. Director : Kristoffer Borgli Cast : Jan Thomsen|Marius Solem JohansenContinue reading “Whateverest – 2012”

Armed with inspiration and a variety of materials, Brazilian artist Bel Borba turns his hometown of Salvador into an ever-evolving art gallery. The resulting work is an expression of his creativity — and his love for the city that spawned it. Director : Andre Costantini|Burt Sun Cast : Genre : Documentary Release Date : 8/3/2012Continue reading “Bel Borba Aqui – 2012”

It is not easy to be an albino in Tanzania. White skin is distinguishable and it burns quickly under the African sun. However, the constant fear is by far the worst part. According to local superstition, albino body parts bring wealth and luck; hence witch doctors pay generously for a leg or an arm. DirectorContinue reading “In the Shadow of the Sun – 2012”

Ai Weiwei is known for many things – great architecture, subversive in-your-face art, and political activism. He has also called for greater transparency on the part of the Chinese state. Director Alison Klayman chronicles the complexities of Ai’s life for three years, beginning with his rise to public prominence via blog and Twitter after heContinue reading “Ai Weiwei: Never Sorry – 2012”