Documentary
Marijuana is the most controversial drug of the 20th Century. Smoked by generations to little discernible ill effect, it continues to be reviled by many governments on Earth. In this Genie Award-winning documentary veteran Canadian director Ron Mann and narrator Woody Harrelson mix humour and historical footage together to recount how the United States has demonized a relatively harmless drug.
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All In For The Gambler: Kenny Rogers Farewell Concert Celebration
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Summer of revolution
Return to the Wolves
Afghan Star
Colosseum: Rise and Fall
Geniale Frauen - Malerinnen von der Renaissance bis zum Klassizismus
Methadonia
City of God: 10 Years Later
The Joy of ABBA
Every Little Step
Jisoe
Bums and Dogs
Louis de Funès, le rire éternel
American Cheerleader
Yumika
Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes
Prehistoric Worlds
Woodstock
Sound Spring
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IMDB 8.3 | Oct , 2017
This one-night-only concert event taping brings together fans, friends and music icons to celebrate Kenny Rogers’ final farewell to Nashville. Featuring performances by Dolly Parton, Alison Krauss, Chris Stapleton, Elle King, Idina Menzel, Jamey Johnson, Lady Antebellum, Lionel Richie, Little Big Town, Reba McEntire, The Flaming Lips, The Judds, Wynonna and Kenny Rogers along with many other special guests.The Happy Child
IMDB 6 | Jan , 2003
The Happy Child is a story of "New Wave" rock genre predominant in the ex-Yugoslavia during the socialist 70's and 80's.Summer of revolution
IMDB 7 | Jun , 2022
Return to the Wolves
IMDB 5.5 | Jun , 2017
In this documentary we watch the real story of Li Weiyi, who raised an orphan wolf to return it later to the wild life where it belonged.Afghan Star
IMDB 6.3 | Dec , 2008
This documentary on the effect the talent competition "Afghan Star" has on the incredibly diverse inhabitants of Afghanistan affords a glimpse into a country rarely seen. Contestants risk their lives to appear on the television show that is a raging success with the public and also monitored closely by the government.Colosseum: Rise and Fall
IMDB 7.5 | Jun , 2025
The greatest amphitheatre ever built by the Romans and a monument to blood and brutality. But what were the origins of the Colosseum and the gruesome spectacles performed within? With unique access to new archaeology, Colosseum: Rise and Fall explores the true purpose of the Colosseum and the network of amphitheatres spread throughout the Roman Empire. Visiting sites across Europe and north Africa, exploring finds that reveal both the scope of the games and the secrets of the gladiators, Colosseum: Rise and Fall charts the expansion of Rome and the ultimate decline of one of history’s most barbaric empires, through the most iconic of Roman landmarks, the Colosseum.Geniale Frauen - Malerinnen von der Renaissance bis zum Klassizismus
IMDB 8 | Apr , 2024
Methadonia
IMDB 4.8 | Oct , 2005
Shot over the course of 18 months in New York City's Lower East Side, METHADONIA sheds light on the inherent flaws of legal methadone treatments for heroin addiction by profiling eight addicts, in various stages of recovery and relapse, who attend the New York Center for Addiction Treatment Services (NYCATS).City of God: 10 Years Later
IMDB 6.8 | Oct , 2013
City of God – 10 Years Later investigates what happened to the actors who took part in the award-winning film directed by Fernando Meirelles and Katia Lund. This documentary shows what City of God’s worldwide success meant to their lives. Were the actors prepared for the film’s success? Did the social background of some of them prove stronger than the opportunity that came their way?The Joy of ABBA
IMDB 8.5 | Dec , 2013
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IMDB 6.4 | Sep , 2008
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IMDB 0 | Jan , 2005
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IMDB 0 | May , 1993
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IMDB 6 | Jan , 2023
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IMDB 0 | Aug , 2014
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IMDB 0 | May , 1997
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IMDB 6.6 | May , 2024
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IMDB 9 | Jan , 2020
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IMDB 7.5 | Mar , 1970
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IMDB 0 | Apr , 2025
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