A documentary based on the honor, courage and commitment of Navy SEAL LT Michael P. Murphy, who gave his life for his men in 2005 and was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor in 2007. Director : Scott Mactavish Cast : Daniel Murphy|Jason Keenan|John McElhone|John Murphy Genre : Documentary Release Date : 3/22/2013 Country :Continue reading “MURPH: The Protector – 2013”
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Isao Takahata and His Tale of the Princess Kaguya – 2013
For his first film in fourteen years animation director Isao Takahata embarked on a visually sumptuous adaptation of The Tale of The Princess Kaguya. A dream project for the director that would hopefully establish the recently formed Ghibli Studio 7, created to meet the demands of a new type of modern animation process. But almostContinue reading “Isao Takahata and His Tale of the Princess Kaguya – 2013”
A Man’s Rave – 2013
Compulsion, obsession and passion may lead some people to creativity and to acts which at first glance may seem eccentric. One such character is Stratos, a 42 years old butcher who lives in Athens, Greece. “A MAN’S RAVE” documentary is a penetrating journey into his idiosyncrasy, his struggle for survival, his unfulfilled plans, his memories,Continue reading “A Man’s Rave – 2013”
Inside Jaws: A Filmumentary – 2013
An unofficial documentary commentary on the making of Steven Spielberg’s JAWS (1975) Director : Jamie Benning Cast : Genre : Documentary Release Date : 6/15/2013 Country : United Kingdom
Cirque du Soleil: ZAIA Crossroads in Macau – 2013
“ZAIA: Crossroads in Macau” is a documentary that demonstrates the concepts from which the first Cirque du Soleil show in Asia was created and how they were layered onto the real life challenges of its artists and creators. Director : Cast : Genre : Documentary|Family|Music Release Date : 9/1/2013 Country :
The Battle of the Jazz Guitarist – 2013
A son makes a tribute documentary about his father, a once famous jazz guitarist from the Fiji Islands who gave up his career to move to America for the betterment of his family. But when the son can’t help but to shed some light on some dark areas of their past, the documentary takes humorous,Continue reading “The Battle of the Jazz Guitarist – 2013”
The Kingdom of Dreams and Madness – 2013
Follows the behind-the-scenes work of Studio Ghibli, focusing on the notable figures Hayao Miyazaki, Isao Takahata, and Toshio Suzuki. Director : Mami Sunada Cast : Gorô Miyazaki|Hayao Miyazaki|Hideaki Anno|Isao Takahata|Joe Hisaishi|John Lasseter|Toshio Suzuki|Yoshiaki Nishimura Genre : Documentary Release Date : 11/16/2013 Country : Japan
Antarctica: A Year on Ice – 2013
Filling the giant screen with stunning time-lapse vistas of Antarctica, and detailing year-round life at McMurdo and Scott Base, Anthony Powell’s documentary is a potent hymn to the icy continent and the heavens above. Director : Anthony Powell Cast : Andrew Velman|Anthony Powell|Casey O’Brien|Genevieve Bachman|George Lampman|Keri Nelson|Michael Christiansen|Peter Lund|Tom Hamann|William Brotman Genre : Adventure|Documentary|Drama ReleaseContinue reading “Antarctica: A Year on Ice – 2013”
Benjamin Britten: Peace and Conflict – 2013
A feature film about Benjamin Britten, released as part of the 100 year celebrations of his birth. Britten is the most performed British composer worldwide. This film premiered at Gresham’s School, which he attended, and focuses on how his life-long pacifism influenced his life and music. Written and directed by Tony Britten (In Love WithContinue reading “Benjamin Britten: Peace and Conflict – 2013”
Christmas on the Danube – 2013
This documentary visits cities and towns and captures stunning landscapes along Europe’s majestic Danube at Christmastime. Locations covered include Passau, Germany; Salzburg, Oberndorf, the Wachau Valley, and Vienna in Austria; Bratislava, Slovakia; and Budapest, Hungary. Along the way the viewer learns relevant history. Director : Cast : Genre : Documentary Release Date : 12/15/2013 CountryContinue reading “Christmas on the Danube – 2013”