Topic: Half-length Film

Direction Nathaniel Dorsky

Synopsis Hours for Jerome (1982) is an avant-garde cinematic journey crafted by experimental filmmaker Nathaniel Dorsky, focusing on the passage of seasons and the mundane aspects of everyday existence. Filmed over a span of four years, this silent, two-part documentary condenses...

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 David Brooks

Synopsis The Wind Is Driving Him Toward the Open Sea (1968) is a cinematic exploration that weaves together a mosaic of visuals, sounds, and conversations, creating a non-linear narrative. The documentary captures the essence of life through a series of vignettes,...

Direction Nathaniel Dorsky

Synopsis Alaya (1987) showcases a masterful orchestration of 'musical' light, unfolding over an extended period that defies expectations, all achieved with minimalistic use of line and tone. Within the first few minutes, viewers start to appreciate the intricate rhythm that permeates...

Direction Ute Aurand

Direction Alan Clarke

Cast Vicky Murdock · Kelly George · Mark Harvey · Joanne Mapp

Synopsis Christine (TV) (1987) delves into the grim reality of drug addiction, presenting a narrative that stands out from typical portrayals. The protagonist, Vicky Murdock, is a pale, unassuming teenager clad in a windbreaker and a poorly fitting striped shirt, navigating...

Direction Buster Keaton

Cast Buster Keaton · Kathryn McGuire · Joe Keaton · Ward Crane

Synopsis Sherlock Jr. (1924) follows the story of a humble movie projectionist who harbors a deep admiration for the world of detective work. When he is falsely accused by a rival of stealing his girlfriend's father's prized pocketwatch, the projectionist sees...

Direction Juan Jose Meza-Leon

Synopsis Rick and Morty: The Rickshank Redemption (TV) (2017) follows the Smith family as they grapple with the aftermath of a catastrophic human genocide. With humanity's survival hanging in the balance, the family recognizes that Rick's advanced technology is their sole...

Direction Alain Resnais

Synopsis Night and Fog (1955) is a profoundly moving and visually striking documentary that stands as one of the earliest cinematic explorations of the Holocaust's atrocities. Directed by Alain Resnais, this film has had a lasting impact on how the Holocaust...

Direction Hettie Macdonald

Cast Carey Mulligan · Finlay Robertson · Lucy Gaskell · David Tennant

Synopsis Doctor Who: Blink (TV) (2007) follows Sally Sparrow as she enters an old, deserted house and finds a mysterious message on the wall, penned in 1969 and addressed to her. Her companions begin to vanish, replaced by eerie notes. Someone...

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 Buster Keaton

Cast Buster Keaton · Ruth Dwyer · T. Roy Barnes · Snitz Edwards

Synopsis Seven Chances (1925) follows the story of Jimmie Shannon, who inherits a substantial fortune from his uncle. However, the catch is that to claim the inheritance, Jimmie must be married by 7 PM on his 27th birthday, which is the...

Direction James Benning

Synopsis American Dreams: Lost and Found (1984) is a rich tapestry of distinct elements that form an iconic representation of American culture over the past three decades. The documentary evokes a peculiar longing for bygone eras through its inclusion of historical...

Direction Edward Owens

Cast Gloria Rich · John Butkovich · Joellyn Pullam · Micheal Hunt

Synopsis Tomorrow’s Promise (1967) explores the concept of emptiness and its physical manifestations on screen. The film commences with a reversed, upside-down sequence, which is abruptly interrupted by a male figure assuming a new position, not in reverse. Shortly after, the...

Direction Guy Sherwin

Direction Marjorie Keller

Synopsis Misconception (1977) is a documentary that presents a unique narrative through six distinct segments, chronicling the journey of a woman and her husband as they navigate the process of natural childbirth. The film is meticulously crafted, showcasing a deliberate and...

Direction Stan Brakhage

Direction R. Bruce Elder

Direction Rachel Talalay

Cast Peter Capaldi · Jami Reid-Quarrell · Jenna Coleman

Synopsis Doctor Who: Heaven Sent (TV) (2015) follows the Doctor as he becomes ensnared in an eerie, unfamiliar realm within a horrifying castle designed to instill fear. Confronting a solitary trial, he is hunted by a dreadful entity called the Veil....

Direction Enric Peris · Miguel Castro