Ex Libris: The New York Public Library

6.4

2017

205 mins

Documentary

A documentary about how a dominant cultural and demographic institution both sustains their traditional activities and adapts to the digital revolution.

Elstree 1976

Year : 2015Rating : ⭐ 6.2

A documentary about ten very different lives connected by having appeared onscreen wearing masks or helmets in Star Wars.

Naqoyqatsi

Year : 2002Rating : ⭐ 6.2

A visual montage portrait of our contemporary world dominated by globalized technology and violence.

Halloween: 25 Years of Terror

Year : 2006Rating : ⭐ 6.8

Follow the evolution of the 'Halloween' movies over the past twenty-five years. It examines why the films are so popular and revisits many of the original locations used in the films - seeing the effects on the local community. For the first time, cast, crew, critics and fans join together in the ultimate 'Halloween' retrospective.

Seduced and Abandoned

Year : 2013Rating : ⭐ 6.2

SEDUCED AND ABANDONED combines acting legend Alec Baldwin with director James Toback as they lead us on a troublesome and often hilarious journey of raising financing for their next feature film. Moving from director to financier to star actor, the two players provide us with a unique look behind the curtain at the world's biggest and most glamourous film festival, shining a light on the bitter-sweet relationship filmmakers have with Cannes and the film business. Featuring insights from directors Martin Scorsese, 'Bernando Bertolucci' and Roman Polanski; actors Ryan Gosling and Jessica Chastain and a host of film distribution luminaries.

The Class of ‘92

Year : 2013Rating : ⭐ 7.1

A detailing of the rise to prominence and global sporting superstardom of six supremely talented young Manchester United football players (David Beckham, Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Phil and Gary Neville). The film covers the period 1992-1999, culminating in Manchester United's European Cup triumph.

I Am Heath Ledger

Year : 2017Rating : ⭐ 7.4

The life and career of an actor, artist, and icon. His own journey through his own camera.

180° South

Year : 2010Rating : ⭐ 7.3

The film follows adventurer Jeff Johnson as he retraces the epic 1968 journey of his heroes Yvon Chouinard and Doug Tompkins to Patagonia.

Western Stars

Year : 2019Rating : ⭐ 7.0

The incomparable Bruce Springsteen performs his critically acclaimed latest album and muses on life, rock, and the American dream, in this intimate and personal concert film co-directed by Thom Zimny and Springsteen himself.

Avicii: True Stories

Year : 2017Rating : ⭐ 8.0

Documentary about the arena-packing Swedish DJ, chronicling his explosive rise to fame and surprising decision to retire from live performances in 2016.

OLIVIA RODRIGO: driving home 2 u (a SOUR film)

Year : 2022Rating : ⭐ 7.8

Grammy® winner singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo takes a familiar road trip from Salt Lake City, where she began writing her debut album “SOUR,” to Los Angeles. Along the way, Rodrigo recounts the memories of writing and creating her record-breaking debut album and shares her feelings as a young woman navigating a specific time in her life. Through new live arrangements of her songs, intimate interviews and never-before-seen footage from the making of the album, audiences will follow Olivia along on a cinematic journey exploring the story of “SOUR.”

The Show Must Go On: The Queen + Adam Lambert Story

Year : 2019Rating : ⭐ 7.3

A documentary chronicling Queen and Lambert's incredible journey since they first shared the stage together on "American Idol" in 2009.

Looking for Richard

Year : 1996Rating : ⭐ 6.8

Al Pacino's deeply-felt rumination on Shakespeare's significance and relevance to the modern world through interviews and an in-depth analysis of "Richard III."

Becoming

Year : 2020Rating : ⭐ 7.2

Join former first lady Michelle Obama in an intimate documentary looking at her life, hopes and connection with others as she tours with "Becoming."

Powaqqatsi

Year : 1988Rating : ⭐ 7.2

An exploration of technologically developing nations and the effect the transition to Western-style modernization has had on them.

Downloaded

Year : 2013Rating : ⭐ 6.5

A documentary that explores the downloading revolution; the kids that created it, the bands and the businesses that were affected by it, and its impact on the world at large.

Marina Abramović: The Artist Is Present

Year : 2012Rating : ⭐ 7.3

Performance artist Marina Abramovic prepares for a major retrospective of her work at the Museum of Modern Art in New York.

Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger

Year : 2026Rating : ⭐ 6.9

Experience the meteoric rise of Oasis through rare footage and untold stories as the band reunites for Oasis Live '25, chronicling their journey from Manchester streets to global rock stardom.

Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D)

Year : 2026Rating : ⭐ 8.4

Captured during Billie Eilish's sold-out world tour, a concert experience from one of the most celebrated and successful artists of her generation, presented in immersive 3D.

South of the Border

Year : 2009Rating : ⭐ 6.1

A road trip across five countries to explore the social and political movements as well as the mainstream media's misperception of South America while interviewing seven of its elected presidents.

Justin Bieber's Believe

Year : 2013Rating : ⭐ 6.9

A backstage and on-stage look at Justin Bieber during his rise to super stardom.