Documentaries

Chuck Schultz Takes on Alligators in the Wild

Thu, 07/17/2014 - 15:19 -- Nick Dager

Director of Photography Charles “Chuck” Schultz’ last encounter with wildlife was with a congregation of alligators in one of their more famous stomping grounds, the Myakka River State Park in Sarasota, Florida. Armed with his new AJ-PX270 P2 HD handheld, Schultz captured extensive video that later aired on CBS Sunday Morning’s signature nature segment.

The Orchard Acquires Rights to Harmontown

Tue, 07/15/2014 - 13:50 -- Nick Dager

The Orchard has acquired theatrical and digital rights spanning North America and the U.K. to Harmontown. The documentary, directed by Neil Berkeley (Beauty Is Embarrassing) and co-produced by Future You Pictures and Starburns Industries, follows Community creator and writer/producer Dan Harmon on tour for his eponymous podcast series. The film features appearances by Jack Black, Ben Stiller, Sarah Silverman, Jason Sudeikis and Joel McHale -- among other A-list comics -- and will be released by The Orchard theatrically and digitally this fall.

Creative Post Breaks Ice in the Wonders of the Arctic 3D

Thu, 06/12/2014 - 15:14 -- Nick Dager

The $4 million Wonders of the Arctic 3D natural world epic marks Science North's fifth IMAX production in conjunction with Lickley and Chicago’s Giant Screen Films. The 42-minute film, which focuses on the effects of climate change to the Arctic environment and the impact on humans and animals, such as the resilient Inuit peoples and Polar bears that reside there, has been distributed in more than 100 theatres around the world.

The Short Game Now Available on Netflix and DVD

Thu, 06/12/2014 - 15:02 -- Nick Dager

Director Josh Greenbaum’s acclaimed feature documentary The Short Game is now available on Netflix and DVD. The movies profiles eight talented and engaging young competitors at The World Championships of Junior Golf, in Pinehurst, North Carolina, and at their homes in various countries around the world (South Africa, the Philippines, France, China, the United Kingdom and the United States). Filming with the help of 18 Cinema EOS C300 cameras and a variety of lenses from Canon. The Short Game included everything from traditional documentary-style visits to the homes of the eight young golfers for character-based footage, to extensive tournament coverage.

The Short Game Now Available on Netflix and DVD

Thu, 06/12/2014 - 15:02 -- Nick Dager

Director Josh Greenbaum’s acclaimed feature documentary The Short Game is now available on Netflix and DVD. The movies profiles eight talented and engaging young competitors at The World Championships of Junior Golf, in Pinehurst, North Carolina, and at their homes in various countries around the world (South Africa, the Philippines, France, China, the United Kingdom and the United States). Filming with the help of 18 Cinema EOS C300 cameras and a variety of lenses from Canon. The Short Game included everything from traditional documentary-style visits to the homes of the eight young golfers for character-based footage, to extensive tournament coverage.

NHRA Documentary, Fire Breathing Monsters, Now on YouTube

Fri, 05/23/2014 - 15:48 -- Nick Dager

Fire Breathing Monsters is an aggressive and noisy – yet surprisingly intimate – tribute to the cars that run in the National Hot Rod Association Mello Yello Drag Racing Series. Commissioned by Jim Jannard, founder of Red Digital Cinema, on behalf of the NHRA, the seven-minute documentary spotlights the uniquely American passion for speed and can now be found below on NHRA’s YouTube channel.

Restored Stations of the Elevated to Premiere June 27 at BAMcinemafest

Mon, 05/19/2014 - 15:07 -- Nick Dager

On Friday, June 27 BAMcinemafest will present the world premiere of APD/Cinema Conservancy’s new restoration of Stations of the Elevated on the Steinberg Screen at the BAM Harvey Theater. The event begins with a live performance by legendary jazz ensemble the Mingus Dynasty, the original Charles Mingus legacy band. The first band Sue Mingus organized after Charles’ death in 1979, this acclaimed orchestra continues to interpret Charles Mingus’ more than 300 compositions, and will perform as a prelude to Manfred Kirchheimer’s jazz-inflected documentary.

Fool Cool Rock First Japanese Movie Mixed in Barco Auro 11.1

Thu, 05/15/2014 - 15:29 -- Nick Dager

The documentary Fool Cool Rock from director: Hiroyuki Nakano will be mixed and released in Auro 11.1 this month. “I’m so proud that Auro 11.1 by Barco was selected as the preferred sound format for this movie. One OK Rock’s devoted fans will be delighted when they hear this band perform like never before,” said Brian Claypool, senior director of strategic business development at Barco.

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