Movies and TvShows featuring "history-of-cinema" theme.

Five Came Back is a documentary TV show that tells the story of five filmmakers - John Ford, William Wyler, John Huston, Frank Capra, and George Stevens - who went to World War II to serve as war photographers and directors. The series explores their experiences and the impact it had on their careers.

Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films explores the rise and fall of the notorious film company in the 1980s. From their humble beginnings to their explosive success, and eventual downfall, this documentary delves into the world of B-movies, exploitation filmmaking, and the entertainment industry. With a focus on the eccentric personalities and groundbreaking films produced by Cannon Films, this retrospective sheds light on a captivating era in Hollywood history.

A unique portrait of how art and activism for black people in film are indivisible from race and cinema.

Renoir is a movie based on the true story of renowned painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Set in the South of France during the 1910s, the film follows Renoir's struggles with arthritis as he continues to create his famous paintings. The story also explores the relationship between Renoir and his son Jean Renoir, who later became a famous filmmaker. The film provides a glimpse into the everyday life and artistic creation during wartime.

The Image Book is a non-narrative film that delves into the history of cinema, art, and human existence. It combines various visual and audio elements such as archival footage, literary quotes, and references to create a poetic and thought-provoking exploration of the medium.

Trespassing Bergman is a documentary that explores the life and work of the renowned Swedish filmmaker Ingmar Bergman. The film takes place on the isolated island of Fårö, where Bergman lived and filmed many of his movies. Through interviews, film clips, and photographs, the documentary offers a portrait of the artist and delves into his personal and professional life. It offers a unique insight into Bergman's creative process and his contribution to the history of cinema.

As told through clips from 183 female directors, this epic history of the cinema focuses on women’s integral role in the development of film art. Using almost a thousand film extracts from thirteen decades and five continents, Mark Cousins asks how films are made, shot and edited; how stories are shaped and how movies depict life, love, politics, humour and death, all through the compelling lens of some of the world’s greatest filmmakers – all of them women.

Two in the Wave is a documentary film that explores the friendship and rivalry between two iconic French directors, Jean-Luc Godard and François Truffaut. It delves into their shared passion for cinema and their role in shaping the French New Wave movement. This film provides an in-depth look at their personal and professional relationship, highlighting their contributions to the history of cinema.

Come With Me to the Cinema - The Gregors (2022) is a documentary that explores the profound influence of cinema on love. Inspired by the 1937 poem by Else Lasker-Schüler, the film delves into the concept of finding love through the medium of cinema. It examines the historical context of the poem, highlighting the importance of cinema as a refuge for love in the past. Through interviews and archival footage, the documentary explores the impact of cinema on personal relationships and showcases the unique role it has played in shaping love stories throughout history.

Surrealist master Luis Buñuel is a towering figure in the world of cinema history, directing such groundbreaking works as Un Chien Andalou, Exterminating Angels, and That Obscure Object of Desire, yet his personal life was clouded in myth and paradox. Though sexually diffident, he frequently worked in the erotic drama genre; though personally quite conservative, his films are florid, flamboyant, and utterly bizarre.

Directed by Mark Cousins, My Name is Alfred Hitchcock re-examines the vast filmography and legacy of one of the 20th century’s greatest filmmakers, Alfred Hitchcock, through a new lens: through the auteur’s own voice.

A documentary that takes viewers on a journey through the rich history of French cinema, told from the perspective of filmmaker Bertrand Tavernier. The film explores various aspects of French cinema, including influential directors, iconic films, and the contributions of film composers. Through interviews and film clips, Tavernier provides insights into the social and cultural context of French cinema and its impact on the world of film.

A look at the history of British B-movies.

When Evening Falls on Bucharest or Metabolism is a drama film that delves into the intertwined lives of a director, his lead actress, and the challenges they face while making a movie. Set in Bucharest, Romania, the film explores the history of cinema, storytelling, and the intricacies of the filmmaking process. It also touches upon elements of Romanian culture, such as cuisine and smoking. With a focus on relationships and the creative process, the film takes viewers on a journey of self-discovery and introspection.

De kijk van Koolhoven is a six part series of movie lectures given by director and cinephile Martin Koolhoven. On the basis of scenes from his favorite movies, Koolhoven shares his passion for cinema with the viewers. From Basic Instinct to Jaws and from Dr. Strangelove to Drive, every movie enthousiast can get his fill.

The story is narrated by ten-year old Staszek, who writes in his diary about his school-friend Jozef. Jozef comes from a family of blacksmiths, all of whom bear the name Jozef. Since he is the sixth consecutive son to be called Jozef, he is nicknamed Szustek (meaning "sixth one").

During World War II, a Jewish pianist finds himself deported to a concentration camp. He uses his musical talents to survive, experience love, and ultimately escape the horrors of the war.

One Hundred Children Waiting for a Train is a documentary set in Santiago de Chile, focusing on a schoolteacher who uses film as a tool to educate and inspire disadvantaged students. The film follows the journey of the children as they embark on a bus ride to a movie screening, discovering the magic of cinema and the transformative power of creativity.

BBC documentary about the making of Steven Spielberg's Jaws.

Cinema Komunisto is a documentary that explores the history of cinema in the socialist federal republic of Yugoslavia, from its origins to its decline. It delves into the impact of the Nazi occupation and the NATO bombing on the Yugoslav film industry, as well as the role of cinema in promoting the ideals of communism. The film showcases the grand movie studios, movie projectors, and iconic actors and actresses of the time, evoking a sense of nostalgia for the past.