Documentary Film Movies

A short film exploring the joy and importance of Morris dancing for a group of young people.

A short film documenting the dying tradition of Holmie Day, where islanders on Papa Westray, in Orkney, sail across to the nearby uninhabited island...

A mixed media mini-doc on the triumphs and pains of creating a first film. High expectations and unexpected losses can kill your darlings.

Short documentary consisting of archival footage and movies that depict the birth of the United States of America, from the Boston tea party to the...

In the Forest of Dean is a community of people continuing the ancient practice of Freemining: a traditional way of mining for coal an iron ore in...

Delving into the world of funk from the outskirts of Belo Horizonte, Na Batida follows a participatory journey in which the filmmakers themselves...

In rural Scotland, a flock of sheep is sheared to survive the summer while a shepherd finds protection during the winter thanks to the wool. Are the...

A documentary exploring two student artists and their unfinished projects, discussing why certain projects are abandoned and the personal connections...

After more than 100 years in business, an Italian family-owned butcher shop that is a staple of South Philadelphia faces a crossroads and an...

Soar above Earth’s hidden wonders – vast glaciers, lush deltas, and desert waves – revealing the intricate beauty of wildlife and...

In a street in the north of Shanghai we find a small restaurant, dirty and run-down, but with lots of personality, where Chinese noodles (miantiao)...

Archives from Swarm's Involving Heritage 2024 tour with Piri Reis in five cities on the island of Java.

Gamelan is more than just a traditional musical instrument, but also a cultural heritage rich in philosophy, spirituality and social values. In fact,...