Country: Canada

Direction Rick Hancox

Cast Amanda Hancox · Scot Denton · Bill Hancox · Mary Hancox

Synopsis Home for Christmas (1978) is a unique and introspective personal documentary that challenges conventional documentary and autobiographical filmmaking norms. The film captures a train journey to the east coast for a Christmas family reunion, with the director, Hancox, employing his...

Direction R. Bruce Elder

Synopsis The Art of Worldly Wisdom (1979) is a documentary that compiles journal entries from the years 1976 to 1978. The film features a series of Kodak snapshots captured during international travels and everyday life at home. It offers fleeting glimpses...

Direction Sam Dunn · Scot McFadyen

Cast Alice Cooper · Iggy Pop · Lemmy · Slash

Synopsis Metal Evolution (TV Series) (2011) is a 2011 documentary series helmed by anthropologist and filmmaker Sam Dunn, alongside director, producer, and music supervisor Scot McFadyen. This series delves into the diverse subgenres of heavy metal, with new episodes broadcast every...

Direction R. Bruce Elder

Direction R. Bruce Elder

Direction Sam Dunn · Scot McFadyen · Mike Munn

Cast Geddy Lee · Neil Peart · Alex Lifeson · Jack Black

Synopsis Rush: The Documentary (2010) delves deeply into the journey of the iconic Canadian rock band Rush, tracing their musical transformation from the progressive rock era of the 1970s to their more recent heavy rock sound. The film explores the band's...

Direction Mark Achbar · Jennifer Abbott · Joel Bakan

Cast Noam Chomsky · Naomi Klein · Milton Friedman · Howard Zinn

Synopsis The Corporation (2003) is a thought-provoking, engaging, and visually striking documentary that delves into the essence and remarkable ascent of the most influential entity of our era. Blending cinematic storytelling with a grassroots movement, this film is captivating audiences and...

Direction Nick Morris

Direction Moira Walley-Beckett · Niki Caro · David Evans · Amanda Tapping

Cast Amybeth McNulty · Geraldine James · R.H. Thomson · Dalila Bela

Synopsis Anne with an E (TV Series) (2017) is a captivating coming-of-age narrative that follows the journey of an outsider who, despite numerous obstacles, strives for love, acceptance, and a sense of belonging. Unfolding in the picturesque setting of Prince Edward...

Direction Mario Janelle

Direction Joyce Wieland

Synopsis Birds at Sunrise (S) (1986) captures the serene and vibrant moments as the day begins. The documentary immerses viewers in the natural symphony of birdsong, accompanied by the delicate beauty of flowers and plants bathed in the soft glow of...

Direction Richard Brouillette

Cast Noam Chomsky · Ignacio Ramonet · Normand Baillargeon · Susan George

Synopsis Encirclement - Neo-Liberalism Ensnares Democracy (2008) delves into the intricacies of neoliberal ideology through the insights and critiques of prominent intellectuals. The film meticulously explores the diverse strategies and mechanisms employed to propagate and enforce neoliberal principles on a global...

Direction Boris Malagurski

Synopsis The Weight of Chains (2010) is a thought-provoking Canadian documentary that scrutinizes the involvement of the US, NATO, and the EU in the tumultuous dissolution of the once-thriving European nation, Yugoslavia. The film offers a unique perspective through rarely seen...

Direction Jack Chambers

Synopsis The Hart of London (1970) presents a dreamlike montage of natural landscapes and scenes from London, Ontario, exploring the eternal themes of life and death through a series of evocative and abstract visuals.

Direction Darby Wheeler · Sam Dunn · Scot McFadyen

Cast Sal Abbatiello · Paul Ackerley · Bill Adler · Charlie Ahearn

Synopsis Hip-Hop Evolution (TV Series) (2016) is a comprehensive documentary series that delves into the rich history and transformation of hip-hop culture. Spanning four seasons and sixteen episodes, this series features in-depth interviews with iconic MCs, DJs, and industry moguls. It...

Direction Denis Villeneuve

Cast Lubna Azabal · Mélissa Désormeaux-Poulin · Maxim Gaudette · Rémy Girard

Synopsis Incendies (2010) follows the journey of twins Jeanne and Simon, who are compelled to travel from Canada to the Middle East after their mother's passing. Their mission is to uncover the secrets of their family's past and understand their complex...

Direction Frédéric Back

Synopsis The Man Who Planted Trees (1987) follows the inspiring journey of Elzeard Bouffier, a dedicated individual who spent over three decades transforming a barren region of France into a lush, verdant forest. The narrative is shared by a young wanderer...

Direction Justin Marks · Rachel Kondo · Fred Toye · Charlotte Brändström

Cast Cosmo Jarvis · Hiroyuki Sanada · Anna Sawai · Tadanobu Asano

Synopsis Shogun (2024) is a captivating TV series set in 17th-century Japan, comprising 10 gripping episodes. The narrative unfolds in the year 1600, amidst the tumultuous backdrop of a pivotal civil war. Lord Yoshii Toranaga finds himself in a desperate struggle...

Direction Brett Harvey

Synopsis The Union: The Business Behind Getting High (2007) delves into the intricate world of British Columbia's clandestine marijuana trade, a sector that has burgeoned into a multi-billion-dollar enterprise, often referred to as 'The Union.' This illicit industry generates an estimated...

Direction Alexandre Larose

Synopsis Brouillard #14 (S) (2013) presents a mesmerizing visual journey created by superimposing 39 walking paths from the filmmaker's parents’ house to a nearby lake onto a 1000-foot strip of 35 mm color reversal film. The camera's aperture is slightly open,...