Filmworker is a captivating documentary that takes us deep into the life of Stanley Kubrick’s most loyal assistant Leon Vitali. Through interviews and behind-the-scenes footage, we witness Vitali’s unwavering devotion and work ethic as he carries out various roles for Kubrick, from casting to color-timing. The film explores the sacrifices and challenges faced by Vitali, as well as his deep connection to Kubrick and the impact their collaboration had on both of their lives.
Explore the making of the iconic film Cleopatra and its impact on the history of Hollywood. Discover the drama, romance, and ambition that went into creating this cinematic masterpiece.
Ed Asner tells the story of RKO Pictures from the 1920s to the 1960s.
Documentary of the making of Neil Simon's The Goodbye Girl (1977)
Running for 7 weeks from July 2007, each week focused on a different genre, examining British film by genre. Presented by Jessica Stevenson (Shaun Of The Dead) the series featured over 200 exclusive interviews with leading actors and directors including Sir Michael Caine, Sir Anthony Hopkins and Kate Winslet.
Whether You Like It or Not: The Story of Hedwig is a documentary film that delves into the fascinating story of Hedwig, a fictional character in a rock musical. The film explores Hedwig's journey from her origins as a young boy in East Berlin to her rise to fame as a rock star in the United States. It delves into themes of love, identity, and the power of music.
This made-for-tv documentary treats romance fans to a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Moulin Rouge!, Baz Luhrmann's musical tale of love between a poet and a courtesan in fin-de-siecle Paris. Includes interviews with director Luhrmann, stars Ewan McGregor and Nicole Kidman and the rest of the the cast and crew of the film, who all share their experiences from working on the project, as well as discuss the special efforts that went into bringing it to completion
A documentary on "The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp."
A documentary about the making and restoration of Alfred Hitchcock's masterpiece "Vertigo." Narrated by Roddy McDowall, with behind-the-scenes talk from Barbara Bel Geddes, Henry Bumstead, Robert A. Harris, Patricia Hitchcock, James C. Katz, Kim Novak, Peggy Robertson and Martin Scorsese. Brings fresh perspective, not just to the film and the director, but to the Fifties Hollywood as well. [Included as extra with DVD release].
Documentary about the making of the 1948 British film, including interviews with members of the production team.
A behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the film 'How Harry Met Sally...' in New York City, including interviews with the screenwriter, movie director, and DVD extras.
Short documentary about the "woman's picture" at Warner Brothers.
Fredo just inherited his uncle's company but it bores him. Then he meets Angelo, a French movie director that introduces to the magical world of feature films. Suddenly, Fredo sees himself in different films. Soon, Fredo discovers that Angelo has a hidden agenda...
In this promotional short for the feature film Doctor Zhivago (1965), director David Lean explains why he chose the performers for the leading roles in the movie.
When the Talkies Were Young is a documentary that explores the history and impact of sound in film. It examines the transition from silent films to 'talkies' and the influence it had on the industry. Through interviews, archive footage, and film clips, the documentary provides insights into the challenges faced by filmmakers during this period and the innovative techniques they developed to incorporate sound into their movies.
A behind-the-scenes documentary about the making of the Scottish Indie feature film Lost at Christmas (2020). The stars and filmmakers take us on their journey from script to screen as the world braces itself for a global pandemic.
An overview of the making of the film Pearl Harbor (2001) and a look back at the real life events
“Look out Haskell, it’s real!” details the production of Haskell Wexler‘s 1969 feature Medium Cool. It features interviews with members of the film’s cast and crew alongside critics, commentators and historical figures, and includes outtakes of Medium Cool. A 55-minute version premiered at the 2001 Edinburgh Film Festival alongside a new theatrical print of Medium Cool and with Wexler in attendance, and was broadcast on the BBC, PBS and the Sundance Channel. A version of the film appears on the 2013 Criterion Collection DVD release of Medium Cool. The documentary, which has become more an educational project than anything else and remains a work-in-progress, was expanded in 2015 and now runs approximately six and half hours (in six parts).
Short interviews describing Hitchcock's efforts to produce the movie over many years, and his efforts to sign Cary Grant and Grace Kelly. Also discussed are script censorship issues with the Hays Office
A man's journey to the southern coast of England becomes complicated when a tourist's dangerous promise changes both of their lives.