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Three expats learning to drive realize that the great challenge is not the strange traffic rules (in their new countries), but rather their ingrained behavioral patterns. They all need a driving license somewhat urgently. While taking lessons and trying to pass their tests, they realize how their cultures are entirely in their way. Their confusion over driving on the right or left side of the road, waving hand signals or clicking are just the beginning of their 'comedy of errors.'

"In Distance Between Dreams, the most historic year in big wave surfing comes to life through the eyes of iconic surfer Ian Walsh, as he sets mind and body in motion to redefine the upper limits of what's considered 'rideable.' With massive El Niño powered swells building across the Pacific, Ian, Shaun, D.K. and Luke Walsh band together in the way only brothers can on a quest to progress surfing to unimaginable heights. Big wave surfing's transition from jet ski assists to paddling in raises the stakes, putting Walsh's intense physical and mental training, the latest technology, swell modeling, and safety team, his brothers, to the ultimate test. Surfers John John Florence, Greg Long, Shane Dorian and more link up with Walsh as he rides an emotional rollercoaster through this momentous winter"--Container.

After stumbling upon a bizarre 'competitive endurance tickling' video online, wherein young men are paid to be tied up and tickled, reporter David Farrier reaches out to request a story from the company. But the reply he receives is shocking. The sender mocks Farrier's sexual orientation and threatens extreme legal action should he dig any deeper. So, like any good journalist confronted by a bully, he does just the opposite: he travels to the hidden tickling facilities in Los Angeles.

A warts and all character study of a struggling 58-year-old New York actor who has been in over a hundred unheard-of films. The tragic, comedic documentary explores the nature of performance and the complexity of self-truth.

"Engineering is all around us, and humans have been doing it forever. But how does it actually work? Find out by watching some of the most creative folks in the game build stuff that helps extend out range, amplify out abilities, and alter our environment for the better. Experience the ups and downs with engineers as they design, build, and test their way through challenges, inspiring the inner "maker" in all of us."--Back cover.

The documentary examines the Citizen Kane-like rise of Trump through the lens of filmmaker Robert Orlando, who was inspired by Trump proclaiming Kane his favorite film.

This series relates the stories of battles of the Civil War. By using historical documentation and reenactments, this series portrays the history of the men who fought in this war.

How big is the universe? What is it made of? Are we alone? Questions like these have inspired amazing discoveries that have transformed our understanding of the universe since the 1970s, shedding light on everything from exoplanets to black holes to the mysterious dark matter and energy that rule the cosmos. And closer to home, quantum physicists have discovered the weird laws that govern the subatomic world, unlocking amazing technologies from the smart phone in your pocket to powerful new quantum computers taking shape in labs today.

"An intimate portrait of a Kenyan man torn between duty to his family and their traditions, and wanting to life his truth - one of openness about his sexuality and his dreams of the future - in this verité style film that spans five years. Samuel grew up in the Kenyan countryside, where tradition is valued above all else. He isn't married yet. After moving to Kenya's capital in search of work and a new life, Samuel falls in love with Alex and finds community and belonging. Their love thrives despite the fact that Kenyan laws criminalize anyone who identifies as LGBTQ+. Despite threats of violence and rejection, Samuel and Alex move between their co-existing words, hoping to win acceptance in both" -- Publisher's description.

In many African communities, children fantasize about the money, glamour, and fame that comes with being a professional soccer player. Living in impoverished villages without access to training equipment, this young talent trains with dedication and optimism. Against all odds, they strive to be discovered by a European scout who can be their ticket out of poverty and into the spotlight.

Combining undersea exploration with innovative visualizations, this series reveals hidden evidence of amazing undersea mysteries. Not 'artists impressions' but what is actually there down to the very last rivet. And, for its fourth season, it embraces a gripping new style, telling stories purely through the words of explorers and archaeologists, putting viewers right by their side.

Pull the plug on the ocean to reveal hidden secrets and lost worlds, using groundbreaking technology, breathtaking photography and insight from top marine archaeologists. Has penetrating new insights into the epic history of human civilization and the deep history of the Earth itself, exposing sunken cities, shipwrecks and the amazing natural wonders of the deep.

From Scratch follows actor/producer/adventurer David Moscow on a worldwide expedition of making meals literally from scratch. After being presented with a dish from a Chef or home cook, David will have to hunt, gather, forage, and grow each ingredient to remake that meal. Does the meal need butter? Well, then David has to milk a cow and churn it until he has butter. No shortcuts⁵Salt will be sourced from the ocean in Iceland, tequila harvested from agave in Jalisco, and pork hunted in the wilds of Texas. David explores the overwhelming amount of work, craftsmanship, and passion that happens before ingredients show up in the kitchen, as he attempts to recreate these dishes.

Taking Root tells the dramatic story of Kenyan Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Wangari Maathai, whose simple act of planting trees grew into a nationwide movement to safeguard the environment, protect human rights, and defend democracy -- a movement for which this charismatic woman became an iconic inspiration.

Grizzly 399, the most famous bear in Grand Teton National Park, has an exceptional litter of four cubs to raise. The family must contend with conflicts between people and bears, a warming climate, and human encroachment in bear country.

As Sir David Attenborough enters his 98th year, this unique and charming film documents the highlights of his incredible life. Follow Attenborough's journey from his boyhood days as a fossil hunter, through his early days as a host on Zoo Quest, to his programs using pioneering technology of the day such as 3D.

Explores the creation of androids and artificial intelligence that could one day expand human life.

Paul B. Preciado's documentary invites a diverse group of trans and nonbinary people to perform interpretations of Virginia Woolf's novel Orlando, interrogating its relevance in the ongoing struggle to secure dignity for trans people worldwide.

Deborah Secor teaches basic strokes and how to use tools such as shapers, erasers, blenders and reference photographs. (back of container).

Economic forces are everywhere around you. You're made aware of that whenever you reach for your wallet, apply for a loan, shop for health care, or try to figure out the best credit card to carry. But that doesn't mean you need to passively accept whatever outcome those forces might press upon you. Instead, you can learn how to use a small handful of basic nuts-and-bolts principles to turn those same forces to your own advantage. Making a few simple adjustments to the way you see things and act on them -- learning to "think like an economist"--Can give you newfound power and confidence in a surprising range of financial and personal situations that make up your daily life. You can find yourself making better decisions that not only save time and money, but also produce optimum results in other ways important to you. And you can also sharpen your understanding of world and national events.

Under the magnifying glass that is the holiday season, joy and pain lie close together. While a small Irish town prepares for a fast-approaching Christmas, some struggle with the stress and expectation that comes with it.

Behind the Bucket is a documentary following members of the 501st Legion--Star Wars Enthusiasts--showing how they are much more than adults playing dress-up. The 501st are compassionate, charitable, and down to earth people doing what's right for those in need. There's a reason why their motto is "Bad Guys Doing Good".

Award-winning war photographer Rita Leistner goes back to her roots. Between the ages of 20 and 30, photographer Rita Leistner spent her springs an summers planting spruce, fir and pine in the Canadian hinterlands. It is brutally demanding, lonely, calorie-depleting work that attracts a special breed of people, many of whom come back year after year for more of the same. In Forest for the trees, Leistner, who also spent decades working as a photographer in war zones, returns to a BC planters' camp to show what this largely out-of-sight, out-of-mind occupation consists of, and perhaps more intriguingly, what the planters themselves get out of it. The answers come in all shades of green, but also reveal how in this solitude there can still be found a deep-rooted human hunger for restoration.

A true fish-out-of-water story, or should we say, a pizza-out-of-Connecticut story, about a New Haven-native with a love for the town's beloved "apizza" (pronounced: ah-beetz), who does the impossible by bringing the charred, thin-crusted, best pizza in the world to southern Florida.

Explores how mainstream media contributes to the under-representation of women in influential positions in America and challenges the media's limiting and often disparaging portrayals of women. Features commentary from many influential women in media and politics.

"A potpourri of Python: new sketches, lost specials, greatest hits and animated tributes."

Benjamin Banneker, George Washington Carver, and Lewis Latimer just to name a few of the greatest innovators and inventors of Black History, this is their legacy, their inventions, and their story.

The three-part documentary examines the impact of supply insecurity and investigates the search for solutions to safeguard access to food, energy, and water.

The extraordinary story of the 1971 Womens World Cup, which was held in Mexico City and witnessed by more than 100,000 fans. This landmark tournament was dismissed by FIFA and written out of sports history - until now. COPA 71 weaves together dazzling archival footage and interviews with the former players. Executive Produced by Venus & Serena Williams and Alex Morgan.

"This is a story about the Gulf of Maine, a sea within the sea, a body of water that is warming 97% faster than the global ocean. What happens here--to the animals in the water, to the jobs that are dependent upon it and to the millions of people living along its shores--is likely to happen worldwide. We are at a crossroads for the future of the Gulf and all our oceans. Does it retain enough of its biodiversity and regenerative strength to weather the human-induced storm? Is the sheer beauty of this place and spectacular range of its creatures enough to wake us to what is at stake?" -- Back of container.

Eric Clapton is one of the most influential guitarists of all time. He ranked 2nd in Rolling Stone magazine's list of the "100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time" and 4th in Gibson's "Top 50 Guitarists of All Time." In this documentary feature he is interviewed in depth, and, with contributions from Keith Richards, John Mayall, The Yardbirds, Jack Bruce and many more,

"CNN camerawoman Margaret Moth fearlessly captures footage of war zones. After receiving catastrophic injuries in the crosshairs of battle, she returns to work with more courage than ever. An intimate portrait of a trailblazing female photojournalist. Features interviews with Moth's family and friends, including CNN's Christiane Amanpour. A Sundance film festival premiere directed by Lucy Lawless." -- Publisher's description from container.

Now, in Sacred Texts of the World, Professor Grant Hardy of the University of North Carolina at Asheville takes you deeply into the world canon of sacred writings that have played an integral role in human culture and history. Covering a wide spectrum of texts, the course examines the scriptures of seven major religious traditions, as well as nine lesser-known or smaller faiths, including sacred writings from the ancient Egyptian and Mayan civilizations. These 36 lectures provide rich insights into world cultures and the meaning of religious faith.

United Nations, 1960: the Global South ignites a political earthquake, jazz musicians Abbey Lincoln and Max Roach crash the Security Council, Nikita Khrushchev bangs his shoe, and the U.S. State Department swings into action, sending jazz ambassador Louis Armstrong to Congo to deflect attention from the CIA-backed coup. Director Johan Grimonprez captures the moment when African politics and American jazz collided in this magnificent essay film, a riveting historical rollercoaster that illuminates the political machinations behind the 1961 assassination of Congo₂s leader Patrice Lumumba. Richly illustrated by eyewitness accounts, official government memos, testimonies from mercenaries and CIA operatives, speeches from Lumumba himself, and a veritable canon of jazz icons, Soundtrack to a Coup d₂Etat interrogates colonial history to tell an urgent and timely story of precedent that resonates more than ever in today's geopolitical climate.

Christian nationalism is the belief that America should be defined as a Christian nation, with government adherence to this ideology. God & Country looks at the implications of Christian nationalism and how it distorts not only our democracy, but Christianity itself. Featuring prominent Christian leaders and writers, the film asks this question: What happens when a faith built on love, sacrifice, and forgiveness grows political tentacles, conflating power, money, and belief into hyper-nationalism?

What is war and how does it break into the lives of ordinary people? In March, we watched thousands of women and children flee from bombs and sirens as thousands of mothers saved their children. Ukranian Women is a story about four women who were forced to leave Ukraine. Starting from the border between Ukraine and Poland, we follow personal stories of women from the eastern regions of Ukraine weho were supposed to spend several months in countries like Estonia and Poland and then come back to Ukraine.

When the filmmaker Simon Chambers receives a call from his elderly gay uncle "I think I may be dying!" he takes it as a summons. As it turns out, eccentric Uncle David, a retired actor living alone in a cluttered, mouse-infested London house, is being dramatic, sort of: For the next five years, Chambers both cares for and documents him, through all his performative exuberance (constantly acting out passages of King Lear) and anarchic charisma (swinging from boisterous humor to short temper), as various people (including a sexy young hustler) possibly take advantage of him. As their lives become encumbered by hospital visits, a house fire, and Britain's inadequate eldercare system, the younger man (also single and queer) reflects with aching honesty on what may await him in the years to come, in this moving yet hilarious film.

Inspired by his quest to uncover Latino and Latina heroes and their contributions, Leguizamo takes viewers on a captivating journey, delving into both well-known and lesser-known stories of Latino history and contributions, spanning thousands of years from the Ancient Empires to the early 1970s. Through this exploration, he aims to shine a light on the rich and often overlooked history of Latinos while showcasing how Latino history is American history.

Explores the life of Dante Alighieri and his most prolific work, "The divine comedy", through reenactments and interviews with experts.

Swinging 700-pound crab pots for hours guarantees injuries. That's the life of an Alaskan crab fisherman. He can earn enough money in a few months for a family to live on for a year or more. But it's also one of the deadliest, most backbreaking jobs there is. For these men, many second- and third-generation fishermen, working to the brink of exhaustion is more than a job, it's a matter of pride. Crews continue to forge into the freezing Bering Sea to compete against not only Mother Nature, but against each other.

"Noted authorities answer questions and demonstrate a variety of therapy techniques, including analyzing speech and stuttering; improving attitudes about speech and stuttering; modifying stuttering and overall communication; transferring new skills into the real world; maintaining improvement outside the therapy setting ... As an added bonus, this DVD includes Stuttering: Straight Talk for Teens. David Wilkins, a high school student who stutters, narrates this 30-minute film featuring many teens who talk about their stuttering and what works for them. Noted professionals offer expert information and helpful advice on handling social and academic situations."--Container.

For more than a year, Sen followed New Delhi brothers Mohammad Saud and Nadeem Shehzad as they rescued birds of prey from the increasingly destructive effects of urban pollution. While charting the siblings' daily struggles and successes, he also documented their poetic reflections on humankind's relationship to the environment, the interaction of wildlife with the city, and India's explosions of anti-Muslim violence. Suffused with beauteous, sobering, and contemplative imagery, All That Breathes ponders the delicate bonds of interconnectivity among humans and between species.

The extraordinary life of playwright, singer, actor, composer, and director Noel Coward, who rose from poverty to stardom while keeping his sexuality a secret. Featuring Laurence Olivier, Maggie Smith, Frank Sinatra, Michael Caine and Lucille Ball. Narrated by Alan Cumming. With Rupert Everett as the voice of Noel Coward. Directed by Academy Awardʼ Nominee Barnaby Thompson.

The loving tribute to Gene Wilder celebrates his life and legacy as the comic genius behind an extraordinary string of film roles, from his first collaboration with Mel Brooks in The Producers to the enigmatic title role in the original Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory to his inspired on-screen partnership with Richard Pryor in movies like Silver Streak. It is Illustrated by a bevy of touching and hilarious clips and outtakes, never-before-seen home movies, narration from Wilder's audiobook memoir, and interviews with a roster of brilliant friends and collaborators like Mel Brooks, Alan Alda, and Carol Kane. It shines a light on an essential performer, writer, director, and all-around mensch.

In the Company of Kings follows a fight fan's unforgettable journey into the dark heart of American boxing to talk to eight former World Champs and those closest to his hero, Muhammad Ali, about race, struggle, victory, defeat and picking yourself up off the canvas. Features Larry Holmes, Bernard Hopkins, Tim Witherspoon, Earnie Shavers, the Spinks brothers, Bob Arum and more.

The American Vice President explores the little-known story of the second-highest office in the land, tracing its evolution from a constitutional afterthought to a position of political consequence.

"For more than 100 years, the Statue of Liberty has been a symbol of hope and a refuge for generations of immigrants. In this lyrical, compelling and provocative portrait of the statue, Ken Burns explores both the history of America's premier symbol and the meaning of liberty itself. Featuring rare archival photographs, paintings and drawings, readings from actual diaries, letters and newspapers of the day, the fascinating story of this universally admired monument is told."--Container

"It's Basic highlights the myriad benefits achieved through Guaranteed Basic Income by documenting participants of GBI pilot programs in five cities, all of whom are working people who were given extra cash with no strings attached. What becomes apparent time after time is that the best way to address poverty and provide people with an opportunity to keep their heads above water is to give them money. The film reveals that Basic Income pilot programs also help people maintain and gain employment, create health benefits for children, and level the racial playing field through community-centric solutions, as well as improving citizens' ideas about, and relationships with, their government and elected officials. With commentary by Michael Tubbs - former mayor of Stockton, CA and founder of Mayors for Guaranteed Income - and interviews with program recipients and participating mayors across the country, the film shows the common struggles experienced by the 60% of Americans living paycheck to paycheck in the world's largest economy. It's Basic is an eye-opening look at the power of cash to transform lives and communities, and is a powerful call to action for policymakers to invest in guaranteed income in order to build a more just and equitable society"--container.