Set in 7th century BC, the film follows the story of Daniel, a Jewish prophet, who becomes an advisor to the Babylonian king. As he faces religious persecution, he relies on his faith and miraculous experiences to navigate through a kingdom filled with idol worship and political schemes.
Logorama is a vector-based computer animated short film that takes place in a world entirely made up of brand logos. The story follows two police officers as they chase after a psychopathic Ronald McDonald character who is holding a hostage. Along the way, they encounter various other logo characters and navigate through chaotic situations. The film is a comedic and satirical take on consumerism and branding.
A new interpretation of "Records of the Three Kingdoms," which is historical text of the three states of Wei, Shu, and Wu in China.
Ways of Seeing is a thought-provoking documentary series that delves into the world of art, providing insightful analysis and interpretations. With a male narrator and enlightening visuals, it explores various aspects of art history, painting, photography, and art galleries, inviting a response from audiences.
No Shame is a comedy-drama movie set in an acting school, exploring themes of love, sex, and classic literature. It parodies the decadence and flamboyant lifestyle of actors and actresses. The main protagonist, a talented actor, gets entangled in a love triangle while exploring his sexuality. The movie delves into the interpretation of famous plays, creating a humorous and provocative commentary on the theater world.
Janina Ramirez travels in the footsteps of some of the world's greatest explorer-archaeologists revealing how our understanding of the sites they excavated are still shaped by their interpretations.
The young Loris is undergoing a trial for killing his girlfriend Maria Luce. According to the reconstruction of the facts, the young man would shoot his mistress making it then end up under the wheels of a tram. On the remains of the woman's body, however, there is no trace of a gunshot wound and, during the trial, the accused, who appears hypnotized, refuses to answer. The arrival of the ex-lawyer Cidoni, who takes the place of the defense, overturns the thesis of the prosecution and instead demonstrates that the victim was not a naive girl as had been believed up to then.
A thought-provoking documentary that delves into the world of surveillance technology and its effects on privacy, control, and power structures in society. Through a historical lens, the film examines the evolution of visual information, from the human eye to cameras and imaging technology, highlighting the complexities of interpretation and trustability. It explores topics such as mass surveillance, public space, surveillance capitalism, and the limitations of photography. With a focus on both the subjective and objective aspects of surveillance, it raises important questions about transparency, privacy, and the impact of surveillance on our daily lives.
Here Without Me tells the story of a mother struggling to support her family after losing her job at a factory. As she faces poverty and dreams of a better life, she finds solace in her love for cinema and the delusions it brings. The film explores themes of family relationships, contemporary struggles, and the power of dreams.
An oppressive droning score makes this rendering of the Faust legend quite disturbing to watch. The film itself consists of a number of impressive ‘appearing out of thin air’ effects, some lavish costumes, sets and backdrops. A climactic sword fight between a man and the Devil is a standout scene.
This documentary explores Klaus Kinski's unique and controversial interpretation of Jesus Christ, with a focus on his intense monologues, interruptions, and artistic choices. It delves into the impact of his performance on the theater audience, the use of biblical quotes, and the underlying themes of religion and Christianity.
Conductivity is a documentary that explores the world of orchestra conducting, focusing on the experiences of music students and their mentors. Set in Helsinki, Finland, the film delves into the challenges and triumphs of aspiring conductors as they navigate the complexities of interpretation, communication, and leadership in the classical music realm.
What does modern art mean for ordinary visitors to an exhibition?
He promised to return. The scriptures foretell of seven events that will herald the second coming of Jesus Christ. Two are already part of history. Some are in the making now. The rest are in the near future. "The Seven Sign"s explains the prophetic visions of the Prophet David of the Old Testament, and the Apostle John of the New. What they saw was alarming. These biblical visions could be indications of where our civilization is headed in the future. As mankind peers into the troubled future, some see the new millennium as the beginning of the end.
King and Women is a comedic film that provides a humorous interpretation of the life of King Henry VIII. The story revolves around the conflicts and relationships he has with his various wives, showcasing the comedic aspects of his reign. With a minimal cast and a focus on British humoristic literature, this film brings a light-hearted approach to the history of King Henry VIII.
JAZZ HOT is a major discovery, a unique sync sound film recorded of Django Reinhardt, greatest of jazz guitarists, here with violinist Stephane Grappelli and the Quintet of the Hot Club of France.
NASA roboticist and Curiosity -rover driver Vandi Verma works on Mars on a daily basis from her desk at Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, Los Angeles. Her work is entirely relying on images and the technologically advanced use of them. The film creates a philosophical journey into the intriguing world of Mars science. Through the lenses of various experts we learn how NASAs' images are made, used and manipulated for the sake of science, but also public information. Mars is the ideal place for an investigation into our paradoxical relationship to photography. Do images reflect reality or shape it?
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