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- DirectorRodney AscherStarsAngelina BryanJacob BryanJohn S. FlackTHE S FROM HELL is a short documentary-cum-horror film about the scariest corporate symbol in history - The 1964 Screen Gems logo, aka 'The S From Hell.' Built around interviews with survivors still traumatized from their childhood exposure to the logo after shows like Bewitched or The Monkees, the film brings their stories to life with animation, found footage, and dramatic reenactments. Not an exhaustive historical documentary, THE S FROM HELL is a subjective film whose aim is make the audience feel the same fear and confusion as the children who were first confronted by the vexing, unfolding sights and mournful, dissonant sounds that hid in the cracks between their favorite TV shows.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsPatrick MacneeTom MankiewiczGuy HamiltonThe making of the film that launched Roger Moore's career as James Bond.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsDana BroccoliMichael G. WilsonPatrick MacneeThe making of the film that introduced Timothy Dalton as James Bond, who gave Bond a darker edge for a new generation.
- DirectorGreg CarsonStarsMargot KidderJames BrolinBrand new documentary of all things Amityville. Focuses on the making of the first film and features Kdder and Brolin reminiscing about their experiences of making the film.
- DirectorLaurent BouzereauStarsBrian De PalmaMartin BregmanOliver StoneAn inside look at the making of Brian De Palma's immortal classic Scarface (1983), with details about the shooting of important sequences and its important cultural legacy it left in cinema and popular culture. Featuring interviews from De Palma, writer Oliver Stone, stars Al Pacino and Steven Bauer, producer Martin Bregman, director of photography and composer Giorgio Moroder.
- DirectorDavid GregoryStarsFranco NeroRuggero DeodatoThe making of the film Django (1966) is described by its star, Franco Nero, and assistant director Ruggero Deodato.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsAlbert R. BroccoliRosemary LordMichael G. WilsonThe making of the film that would turn out to be Roger Moore's last outing as James Bond.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsPatrick MacneeRoger MooreCharles JuroeThe trials, tribulations, and fond memories of creating Roger Moore's second James Bond film, which immediately followed the success of Live and Let Die (1973).
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsPatrick MacneeMichael G. WilsonJohn GlenWith news of a rival James Bond film by the name of Never Say Never Again (1983), the official 007 filmmakers from Eon Productions sought to make Octopussy (1983), their thirteenth Bond film, their biggest spy adventure yet.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsPatrick MacneePeter R. HuntAliza GurDocumentary telling all things Bond; from the genesis of the film, to its production, various parties involved reminisce.
- DirectorGary FinlanStarsJohn MiliusClint EastwoodBill McKinneyThe making of the film "The Outlaw Josey Wales" featuring film footage, behind the scenes footage, and current interviews with the cast.
- DirectorJerry HogreweStarsRobert UrichClint EastwoodJohn MiliusA look at the making of the Dirty Harry series.
- StarsPierce BrosnanMartin CampbellRobbie ColtraneShort made for DVD video documentary including interview and behind the scenes footage from the James Bond movie GoldenEye (1995).
- DirectorGary LevaStarsShane BlackJay CocksTyne DalyFilmmakers, social scientists and authors take a provocative look at the moral, political and ethical themes of the Dirty Harry films.
- DirectorGary LevaStarsJoe CarnahanDavid AyerShane BlackAn in-depth look at Dirty Harry (1971), featuring interviews with such film artists as Michael Madsen, 'Hal Holbrook', John Milius, 'Shane Black' and John Badham.
- DirectorGary LevaStarsClint EastwoodDavid AyerJohn BadhamA homage to the cinematographers, composers, editors and other collaborators who helped make the Dirty Harry series unforgettable.
- DirectorGary LevaStarsClint EastwoodPeter HyamsRichard RhodesAn unflinching look at the ongoing debate on violence in movies and its effect on the audience.
- DirectorGary LevaStarsClint EastwoodMichael MadsenHal HolbrookFollow Eastwood's career from television star to matinee idol to Oscar-winning director in this wide-ranging documentary.
- DirectorLes MayfieldStarsMichael J. FoxBob GaleHuey LewisBehind-the-scenes look at Back to the Future (1985).
- DirectorPeyton ReedStarsKirk CameronMichael J. FoxRobert ZemeckisA peek behind-the-scenes at the making of the "Back to the Future" trilogy.
- DirectorNicholas ColesStarsJohn CabreraBarbara HolmesDerek SandovalTom and Barbara's new home has a notorious past and it's going to take more than a fresh coat of paint to whitewash its macabre history.
- DirectorCharlie TyrellStarsDavid WainA short documentary that follows director Charlie Tyrell as he tries to uncover a better understanding of his deceased father through the random objects he inherited, including a pile of VHS dirty movies.
- DirectorJohn HeynJeff KrulikStarsJohn Cloud Jr.Judas PriestA look at the wild scene outside a Judas Priest concert.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsPatrick MacneeMichael G. WilsonJohn GlenAfter the success of the space hit Moonraker (1979), the cast and crew of the next 007 film sought to bring Bond back to his roots and modify the tone of the series.
- DirectorChris ArnoldStarsDan AykroydJohn DeCuirRick MoranisA behind-the-scenes look at the supernatural comedy Ghostbusters (1984) and some of the special effects that it contains.
- DirectorJeffrey SchwarzStarsPaul SammonJost VacanoPaul VerhoevenA look behind the scenes at the making of this science fiction classic about a policeman killed in the line of duty, only to be reborn as a half-man, half-machine supercop. Includes interviews with star Peter Weller and director Paul Verhoeven, who give their views on the efforts that went into making the film.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsPatrick MacneeSean ConneryStanley SopelThis documentary takes viewers on a wild ride through the making of Goldfinger!
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsPatrick MacneeDavid V. PickerDana BroccoliAn original documentary on the making of the first James Bond film.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsPatrick MacneeAlbert R. BroccoliSteven SaltzmanThe making of Roger Moore's third film as James Bond, often regarded as his best, and the first time Albert R. Broccoli served as sole producer.
- DirectorRichard ShepardStarsJohn CazaleSteve BuscemiSam RockwellA portrait of the acting craft of John Cazale and a tour through the movies that defined a generation.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsMarie ClairuRichard GraydonGeorge LeechA look at the greatest stunts and stunt performers in the Bond films.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsPatrick MacneeJohn GlenMichael G. WilsonThe making of the 007 film that raised the stakes - James Bond becoming a rogue agent.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsPatrick MacneeBarbara BroccoliDonald ZecDocumentary on Albert R. "Cubby" Broccoli and his involvement with the James Bond movies.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsRichard GraydonMichael G. WilsonUrsula AndressDocumentary on the career of director Terence Young.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsPatrick MacneeAlbert R. BroccoliChristopher WoodThe making of the James Bond film that sought to bring 007 into space, after recent science fiction film successes like Star Wars (1977).
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsPatrick MacneeDavid V. PickerGuy HamiltonThe making of the film that saw the return of Sean Connery as James Bond, but for the last time from Eon Productions.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsMarie ClairuMaud AdamsTanya RobertsFrom Dr. No (1962) to The World is Not Enough (1999), a look at the special effects in the James Bond films, and the wizardry that made them possible and some of the best in the business.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsCharles JuroeRoger MooreDavid V. PickerA look at the Oscar-winning production designer.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsRoger MooreBarbara BroccoliVijay AmritrajThe legacy left behind on the James Bond films from art director Peter Lamont.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsPatrick MacneeKen AdamLewis GilbertThe making of the James Bond film that saw Sean Connery's fifth run as 007, and the surprising near life-altering experiences that occurred for the cast and crew behind the scenes.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsMarie ClairuDesmond LlewelynCharles JuroeThe gadgets of 007.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsPatrick MacneeRoger MooreKen AdamThe making of the iconic James Bond film series title sequences, most notably a look at Maurice Binder and how his work continues to inspire the franchise and its future.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsPatrick MacneeMonty NormanByron LeeDocumentary discussing the many songs featured in the James Bond films.
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsMarie ClairuSteven SaltzmanGeorge Lazenby
- DirectorJohn CorkStarsIan FlemingPatrick MacneeAndrew Lycett
- StarsLeanza CornettPierce BrosnanMichael AptedDocumentary about the making of the 1999 installment in the James Bond series, The World is Not Enough.
- DirectorMike SiegelStarsR.G. ArmstrongErnest BorgnineSusan GeorgeA look behind the scenes of Sam Peckinpah's 1971 film STRAW DOGS.
- DirectorArthur BradfordStarsTrey ParkerMatt StoneAnne GarefinoA look at the making of HUMANCENTiPAD (2011).
- DirectorPaul JoyceStarsJames CameronArthur C. ClarkeCon PedersonThe geniality of the mythical Kubrick's masterpiece "2001: A Space Odyssey" is explored and debated here by scholars, author Arthur C. Clarke and some members of the cast and crew who were part of the magnificent experience that would become one of the landmarks of science fiction movies, still fascinating audiences with its mystery, its visual and its messages.
- DirectorDonald R. BeckStarsJonathan FrakesPatrick StewartDenise CrosbyYour destination: the 24th century. Your mission: to voyage where few have gone before--behind the scenes of Star Trek: The Next Generation! Join Jonathan Frakes, Next Generation's Commander William Riker, for this fascinating chronicle of Gene Roddenberry's beloved, Emmy Award-winning series. You'll explore the Enterprise, meet the show's stars (and some villainous guest stars), learn special-effects secrets and makeup magic, and finally get the answer to that nagging question, "Where is the bathroom on the Enterprise?" Other highlights include a visit to a Star Trek convention, and a stop at the scoring stage to watch Marina Sirtis (Lt. Commander Deanna Troi) lead the orchestra in a recording session. This program concludes with a special look at the series' thrilling final episode ("All Good Things . . .") and a sneak peak at the crew's movie debut, Star Trek: Generations. So set a course for an adventure like no other.
- DirectorChristopher MartinStarsAugustine CaponeMaggie DemingPaul DierdorfIn this jailhouse interview, Arthur Shawcross, the Genesee River Killer, shares candid details of his crimes and his surprising family bonds.
- DirectorCybela ClareStarsCybela ClareLinda Moulton HowePeabody award-winning journalist Linda Moulton Howe analyzes parallel binary code warnings from UFOs 35 years apart. In 1980, a military officer in Bentwaters Air Force base (Britain) witnessed a landed spacecraft, and was later mentally bombarded with binary code. Similar binary code was transmitted to another military man in 2015 in the USA. Sadly, in 2020 these warnings have already come true.
- DirectorMike SiegelStarsKatherine HaberBo HopkinsSam PeckinpahA documentary about Sam Peckinpah's 1975 feature film The Killer Elite.
- A Documentary about Autism and Sensory Perception