Movies and TvShows featuring "artfilm" theme.

Imagine waking up tomorrow and all music has disappeared. Just like that. What will remain when it is all gone: CDs, iPods, instruments?

A behind-the-scenes look at the of how the Paris Opera is run under the direction of Stephane Lissner.

It is winter at an emergency shelter for the homeless in Lausanne. Every night at the door of this little-known basement facility the same entry ritual takes place, resulting in confrontations which can sometimes turn violent. Those on duty at the shelter have the difficult task of “triaging the poor”: the women and children first, then the men. Although the total capacity at the shelter is 100, only 50 “chosen ones” will be admitted inside and granted a warm meal and a bed. The others know it will be a long night.

Into Great Silence is a meditative documentary that takes viewers deep into the lives of the monks residing in the remote monastery. Through beautiful cinematography, the film explores themes of solitude, tranquility, and faith as the monks go about their daily routines of prayer, meditation, and rituals. With minimal dialogue and no music, the film offers a truly immersive experience that invites contemplation and reflection.

David Wants to Fly is a documentary that explores the journey of David Lynch, a filmmaker who is inspired by his search for self-discovery through the practice of meditation. The film delves into the world of meditation, creativity, and the relationship between art and spirituality.

Pascal, 53, and Carole, 28, are shepherds. In the month of November 2010, they embark on their long winter transhumance: four months during which they will have to cover 600 km in the Swiss-French region, accompanied by three donkeys, four dogs and eight hundred sheep. An exceptional adventure is about to begin: they brave the cold and the bad weather day in day out, with a canvas cover and animal skins as their only shelter at night. This saga reveals a tough and exacting profession, requiring constant improvisation and unflinching attention to nature, the animals and the cosmos. An eventful journey with surprise encounters, moving reunions with farmer friends, nostalgic figures of country life that is shrinking away fast. Αn adventure film, a contemporary road movie, a reflection of our current world, which takes us back to our roots and our inner questions.

The huge tar sands in Alberta are a potentially profitable resource, but the environmental impact could be heavy and long-term.

A documentary of an expedition to Churchill, Manitoba to film the Northern Lights.

Hidden in the wooded mountains on the west coast of Japan lies the small Zen monastery Antaiji. A young woman sets off to immerse herself through autumn, winter and spring in the adventures of monastic life. The young woman is Sabine Timoteo from Switzerland. The abbot of the monastery is Muho Noelke, born in Berlin. An interplay between the philosophy of the Japanese Zen master Kodo Sawaki and the surprises brought forth by everyday life.

Satellite dish salesman Gus experiences some life-altering changes when he meets performance artist Lucy in this visually poetic fantasy. After Lucy vanishes, leaving a puzzling note, Gus goes on a quest for the mysterious woman. Moving from his meticulous life in a technologically advanced world into the spontaneity of nature, Gus learns some important lessons and begins to trust his own instincts.

What does a baby's cry have in common with the echo of a mountain yodler, and what connects the head tone of a Tuvin nomad with the stage show of a vocal artist? The answer is: THE VOICE. Against a background of powerful alpine vistas and modern city landscapes, "heimatklänge" enters the wondrous sonic world of three exceptional Swiss vocal artists. Their universe of sound extends far beyond what we would describe as singing. In their engagement with local and foreign traditions, the powerful mountain landscape becomes a stage as do the landscapes and sonic backdrops of modern life.

The film about Max Bill (1908-1994) moves between the dynamic fields of art, aesthetics and politics. Max Bill was probably the most important swiss artist of the 20th century and the most famous student to come out of the legendary Bauhaus in Dessau. He was an ardent anti-fascist and all his avant-garde work as an artist, sculptor, architect and typographer showed a social responsibility and environmental awareness right through his life. His views have become incredibly topical.

Raving Iran is a documentary that follows the journey of two Iranian DJs, Anoosh and Arash, as they face the challenges of making and performing electronic music in Iran. Despite the strict regulations and restrictions imposed by the government, they continue to pursue their passion and strive to bring joy and energy to the underground music scene. The film provides a glimpse into the underground culture and the struggles faced by artists in a country where such forms of expression are heavily scrutinized.

“Namibia Crossings” takes a trip through a country of archaic beauty and bizarre contradictions. The film creates polyphonies of soulful landscapes made up of each individual's highs and lows.

Genesis 2.0 is a thought-provoking documentary that delves into the highly advanced world of genetic manipulating and the controversial concept of resurrecting the long-extinct mammoth. Through stunning visuals and interviews, the film explores the scientific breakthroughs and ethical concerns surrounding gene-manipulation and the potential consequences of altering the course of evolution.

Ceschi and Stamm's documentary tells the incredible story of Monika Krause, a former East German citizen, who became Fidel Castro's Sexual Education Minister. After 20 years in Cuba, Krause set the Cuban sexual revolution in motion: in favor of a woman's right to sexual fulfillment and legal abortion, and against exclusion of homosexuals, she acquired the title "Queen of Condoms". A film about potent female agitators, staunch macho men and Caribbean love lives.

The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy is a documentary film that explores the life and death of a man who lived in the wilderness and recorded his experiences through a series of diaries. The film delves into the man's obsession with insects and his desire to become one with nature. Through his writings, the audience is taken on a journey of self-discovery and a deeper understanding of the human condition.

The Laundry Room is a thought-provoking documentary that explores the lives and stories of the people behind art films. It delves deep into their motivations, struggles, and inspirations, providing an intimate look into a world often overlooked by mainstream cinema.

On the way through a world of sounds and noise – with Manfred Eicher, the oustanding discoverer and mediator of contemporary music and founder of the music label ECM. On this journey we are meeting musicians and composers, but also people and places which are connected with him and with each other. We are encountering stories, landscapes, cities, disputes and hugs, tranquillity, hectic pace, work, self-doubt, joy, passion.