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In Restless Dreams: The Music of Paul Simon (2024): The definitive musical biography about one of the most gifted singer–songwriters of his generation. Now in his early eighties, Paul Simon is…; DVD $29.95 | Blu-Ray $34.95
Little Richard: I Am Everything (2023): A fabulous documentary that gives long–overdue credit to the man who blazed the trail for rock 'n' roll sound and showmanship when he burst…; DVD $34.95
Shackleton: The Greatest Story of Survival (2023): The true story of polar explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton and the crew of the Endurance, told by the only man ever to have repeated their incredible…; DVD $29.95
Squaring the Circle: The Story of Hipgnosis (2023): The story of Aubrey “Po” Powell and Storm Thorgerson, a couple of unlikely London lads who stumbled into forming the coolest art design group of…; DVD $29.95
Elizabeth: A Portrait in Parts (2022): A nostalgic, uplifting, and modern documentary about Queen Elizabeth II – the greatest British monarch of all time and longest–serving female…; DVD $29.95
Gloriavale (2022): A moving exposé of human exploitation in our own backyard, which continues within the infamous Gloriavale Christian Community on the West Coast of…; DVD $29.95
Lancaster (2022): From the team behind SPITFIRE comes the story of the iconic WW2 bomber told through the words of the last surviving crew members, re–mastered…; DVD $29.95
Merkel (2022): A fittingly admirable portrait of the one of the great diplomats of modern times, Angela Merkel, chancellor of Germany for sixteen years, and most…; DVD $29.95
Mister Organ (2022): A real–life game of cat–and–mouse ensues when Kiwi journalist and film–maker David Farrier ("Tickled") tries to hold an…; DVD $29.95 | Blu-Ray $34.95
Notre Dame on Fire (2022): A documentary retracing how on April 15, 2019, heroic men and women put their lives on the line to accomplish the awe–inspiring rescue of…; DVD $29.95
Shane (2022): An authorised documentary about Australia's leading spin bowler Shane Warne, the world famous cricketing legend who tragically passed away in March…; DVD $29.95
Whetu Marama – Bright Star (2022): The inspiring story of Sir Hekenukumai Ngaiwi Puhipi, aka Hek Busby, the Maori navigator and waka builder who was a key figure in reviving…; DVD $29.95
Big Deal (2021): Documentary presented by Craig Reucassel, who investigates Australia's billion–dollar political lobbying industry and how it corrupts…; DVD $29.95
Blind Ambition (2021): A documentary charmer about four Zimbabwean refugees who conquer the odds to become South Africa's top sommeliers. Driven by relentless optimism,…; DVD $29.95
Ennio: The Maestro (2021): A celebration of the life and legacy of the legendary Italian composer Ennio Morricone, anchored around an interview with film–maker Giuseppe…; DVD $29.95
Flee (2021): Stunning animated documentary based on the story of Amin Nawabi, an Afghan refugee who grapples with a painful secret he has kept hidden for 20…; DVD $29.95
Hemingway (2021): Expansive 3–part documentary on the life of American writer Ernest Hemingway, exploring both his life and his extraordinary writing, which had…; DVD $44.95
My Name is Gulpilil (2021): A documentary memoir of the late great actor and dancer David Gulpilil, an Aboriginal Australian of the Yolngu people who starred in movies such as…; DVD $29.95
River (2021): Jennifer Peedom, director of “Mountain”, returns with another cinematic and musical odyssey that this time explores the remarkable relationship…; DVD $29.95 | Blu-Ray $34.95
Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street (2021): A fittingly wonderful doco tracing the history of the ground–breaking and beloved children’s TV show “Sesame Street”, from its inception…; DVD $19.95
Velvet Queen, The (2021): An incredible nature documentary from France as much about the human animal as the animal kingdom. It follows renowned wildlife photographer Vincent…; DVD $29.95
Botticelli, Florence and the Medici (2020): A documentary exploring Renaissance Florence and its astonishing art and culture, centering around the life of revolutionary artist Sandro Botticelli…; DVD $29.95
Breaking Bread (2020): Inspiring documentary set around the A–Sham Arabic Food Festival in Haifa, Israel, where Arab and Jewish chefs combine their cultures and food…; DVD $29.95
Dissident, The (2020): A documentary about Jamal Khashoggi, Washington Post journalist and dissident who was murdered by agents of the Saudi government while working in…; DVD $29.95
Girls Can't Surf (2020): An Australian documentary about the female surfers who challenged the male–dominated surfing industry of the 1980's, and who rejected their…; DVD $29.95
Helmut Newton: The Bad and the Beautiful (2020): Wildly successful photographer Helmut Newton made a name for himself exploring the female form over many decades, and his cult status continues long…; DVD $29.95
I Am Greta (2020): A portrait of teenage climate change activist Greta Thunberg, which starts with her one–person school strike outside Swedish parliament, and…; DVD $29.95
Laurel Canyon (2020): Two part documentary series exploring the music and culture of Laurel Canyon and the wider LA rock scene of the 60's and 70's. Features incredible…; DVD $29.95
Mole Agent, The (2020): An Academy Award–nominated documentary set in a nursing home in Chile, where a private investigator has hired a charismatic…; DVD $29.95
Painter and the Thief, The (2020): A astonishing art documentary about the Czech painter Barbora Kysilkova, who tracked down and met the criminal who stole her paintings. What…; DVD $29.95
Pompeii: Sin City (2020): A documentary exploring the city of Pompeii and its profound influence on culture and art over the course of human history. Provides an evocative…; DVD $29.95
#Anne Frank: Parallel Stories (2019): Documentary marking the 75th anniversary of the Auschwitz liberation, featuring Helen Mirren reading from Anne Frank's diaries and providing a moving…; DVD $29.95
2040 (2019): Structured as a visual letter to his 4–year–old daughter, the director of THAT SUGAR FILM embarks on a journey to explore what the future…; DVD $29.95 | Blu-Ray $34.95
Booksellers, The (2019): A wistful and fascinating behind–the–scenes glimpse into the world of antiquarian and rare book collecting. Focusses on shops, dealers…; DVD $29.95
Brabham (2019): Revealing portrait of Australian icon and motor racing trailblazer Jack Brabham, the forgotten godfather of modern Formula 1 and winner of 14 grand…; DVD $29.95
Camino Skies (2019): A Kiwi take on the inspirational experience of six pilgrims who embark on the historic 800 kilometre Spanish pilgrimage known as the Camino de…; DVD $29.95
Collective (2019): A blistering Romanian documentary following a heroic team of journalists from the newspaper Gazeta Sporturilor who attempt to uncover the country's…; DVD $29.95
David Crosby: Remember My Name (2019): Soulful and deeply personal documentary on musician David Crosby, a founding member of both The Byrds and Crosby, Stills and Nash. A fearless and at…; DVD $24.95
Frida: Viva La Vida (2019): Asia Argento narrates this documentary about the enigmatic, iconic Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, exploring her letters and diaries to present both the…; DVD $29.95
Hail Satan? (2019): Chronicling the extraordinary rise of one of the most colorful and controversial religious movements in American history, HAIL SATAN? is an inspiring…; DVD $29.95
Hermitage: The Power of Art (Ermitage. Il potere dell'arte) (2019): A documentary about the Hermitage in St Petersburg, a vast museum boasting the largest collection of paintings in the world. Explores the daily life…; DVD $29.95
Iyengar: The Man, Yoga, the Student's Journey (2019): Documentary about world–renowned yogi B. K. S. Iyengar, who founded Iyengar Yoga, a form of Hatha known for its rigorous mental and spiritual…; DVD $24.95
Jean Paul Gaultier: Freak and Chic (2019): An all access look behind the scenes into the glamorous world of visionary French fashion designer Jean Paul Gaultier, as he prepares an outrageous…; DVD $29.95
Leunig Fragments, The (2019): A documentary portrait of Michael Leunig, the cartoonist, writer, painter, philosopher and poet who counts as one of Australia's National Living…; DVD $29.95
Liam Gallagher: As it Was (2019): Rockumentary following the Oasis singer as he attempts a dramatic solo comeback, since scaling the dizzying heights of rock n roll fame in the 90's…; DVD $29.95
Mystify: Michael Hutchence (2019): Intimate rise–and–fall portrait of the charismatic frontman of the mega–selling Australian rock band INXS, who died in…; DVD $29.95 | Blu-Ray $34.95
Oliver Sacks: His Own Life (2019): A documentary exploring the life and work of the legendary neurologist and storyteller who was famously portrayed by Robin Williams in AWAKENINGS…; DVD $29.95
Ottolenghi and the Cakes of Versailles (2019): Documenting the collaboration between world renowned chef Yotam Ottolenghi and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, this documentary follows…; DVD $29.95
Pavarotti (2019): Director Ron Howard continues his foray into musical documentary, following THE BEATLES: EIGHT DAYS A WEEK with this in–depth look at the life…; DVD $29.95
PJ Harvey: A Dog Called Money (2019): Beautifully impressionistic documentary set around the making of PJ Harvey's 2016 album, The Hope Six Demolition Project, shining light on an…; DVD $29.95
Prado Museum, The: A Collection of Wonders (2019): Documentary telling the story of Spain's magnificent Prado Museum, celebrating its 200th birthday. Explores an incredible collection of over 8000 art…; DVD $29.95
The Chills: The Triumph & Tragedy of Martin Phillipps (2019): An absolutely unflinching portrait of the genius New Zealand songwriter Martin Phillipps whose band The Chills exemplified the "Dunedin Sound" with…; DVD $29.95
Tintoretto: A Rebel in Venice (2019): With the enchanting narrative voice of Helena Bonham Carter, a new exciting cinema production celebrates the 500th anniversary of the birth of the…; DVD $29.95
Celia (2018): Inspiring documentary written, directed and produced by former TV current affairs journalist Amanda Millar, which follows the career of Celia…; DVD $29.95
Eulogy, The (2018): Australia's greatest, and perhaps most overlooked, classical pianist Geoffrey Tozer is the subject of this documentary presented by music educator…; DVD $29.95
Fahrenheit 11/9 (2018): Filmmaker Michael Moore examines the current state of American politics, particularly the Donald J. Trump presidency and gun violence, while…; DVD $29.95
Finke: There and Back (2018): Documentary about the Finke Desert Race, an off road, two–day race for bikes, cars, buggies and quads that weaves across unforgiving desert…; DVD $29.95 | Blu-Ray $34.95
In Search of Greatness (2018): A perceptive documentary exploring greatness in sport, and what it takes to excel – nature versus nurture being an enduring theme. Includes…; DVD $29.95
John Mcenroe: In the Realm of Perfection (2018): Beautifully impressionistic documentary celebrating the career of tennis legend John McEnroe, set at the final of the 1984 French Open.; DVD $29.95
Klimt and Schiele: Eros and Psyche (2018): A documentary exploring the art world of turn–of–the–century Vienna, where Gustav Klimt and his rebellious protégé Egon Schiele…; DVD $29.95
Pick of the Litter (2018): A compelling (even suspenseful) documentary about the surprisingly intensive process of training guide dogs for the blind. The film follows…; DVD $29.95
Price of Everything, The (2018): Exploring the labyrinth of the contemporary art world, this documentary examines the role of art and artistic passion in todays money–driven,…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $15, $29.95
Rockabul (2018): Intrepid Australian journalist and director Travis Beard explores the Afghan heavy metal music scene, and how the long conflict in Afghanistan has…; DVD $29.95
Stieg Larsson: The Man Who Played with Fire (2018): Comprehensive documentary about Swedish author Stieg Larsson, who died at the age of 50, and posthumously became one of the world's most famous…; DVD $29.95
Water Lilies of Monet: The Magic of Water and Light (2018): A journey through the masterpieces and obsessions of the "Genius of Impressionism", with Ross King, author of Mad Enchantment: Claude Monet and the…; DVD $29.95
Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story (2017): A revelatory and entertaining portrait of enigmatic Hollywood actress Hedy Lamarr, whose ravishing beauty consistently belied her brilliant mind,…; DVD $24.95
David Stratton: A Cinematic Life & Stories of Australian Cinema (2017): Beloved Australian film critic, director and presenter David Stratton is the subject of the documentary A CINEMATIC LIFE, and the presenter of the…; DVD $29.95
Eric Clapton: Life in 12 Bars (2017): An unflinching and deeply personal look into the life of blues–rock and guitar legend Eric Clapton, told through his own words and songs and…; DVD $29.95
Gurrumul (2017): Documentary about internationally acclaimed indigenous Australian artist Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu, who wrote music inspired by his community on…; DVD $29.95
Kobi (2017): A loving portrait of Swiss goldsmith Kobi Bosshard, widely regarded as the grandfather of contemporary NZ jewellery, made by his daughter, filmmaker…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Mountain (2017): A reflective but adrenaline–fueled documentary exploring our timeless enchantment with mountains, in the unique form of a collaboration between…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
My Year With Helen (2017): With unique access to high–ranking candidate Helen Clark, filmmaker Gaylene Preston casts a wry eye on proceedings as the United Nations turns…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Romantic Road (2017): Leading London lawyer and his wife re–define later life by motoring across rural India in their battered 1936 Rolls Royce, to get to a human…; DVD $29.95
Ryuichi Sakamoto: Coda (2017): Beautiful portrait of revered Japanese composer and musician Ryuichi Sakamoto, that captures the unique compositional process of a new work he…; DVD $29.95
Beatles, The: Eight Days a Week (2016): Ron Howard's thrilling compilation of found footage featuring music, interviews, and stories of The Beatles' 250 concerts from 1963 to 1966.; DVD ~~$24.95~~ $18.70
heART of the matter, The (2016): A valuable historical documentary tracing the remarkable shifts in educational philosophy in New Zealand during the post WWII years, in which…; DVD ~~$24.95~~ $18.70
I Am Not Your Negro (2016): A hit at the 2017 NZ Film Festival, this astonishing documentary examines the life and work of literary iconoclast James Baldwin. Based on his…; DVD $24.95
Marina Abramovic in Brazil: The Space in Between (2016): Intriguing documentary following the provocative and adventurous Serbian performance artist Marina Abramovic (THE ARTIST IS PRESENT) as she travels…; DVD $29.95
Poi E: The Story of Our Song (2016): An aptly feel–good documentary account of the unlikely pop hit that boldly mashed up "Kapa Haka" song tradition and Te Reo Maori lyrics with…; DVD $19.95
Whiteley (2016): A vivid and stimulating chronicle of the life and art of troubled Australian painter Brett Whiteley, who died in 1992 at the age of 53, and helped to…; DVD $19.95
Why Am I?: The Science of Us (2016): An internationally lauded four part series that details the findings of a 40–year study by the Otago School of Medicine that follows every baby…; DVD ~~$24.95~~ $18.70
25 April (2015): An animated take on the tragic 1915 Gallipoli Campaign of WW1 told through the perspective of six New Zealanders who were involved. The voice cast…; DVD ~~$30~~ $22.50
A Family Affair (2015): An intimate and intoxicating portrait of the renowned Xylouris family, who have been maintaining the musical traditions of their native Crete for…; DVD $29.95
Best of Enemies (2015): Riveting account of the frequently explosive televised debates between the liberal Gore Vidal and conservative William F. Buckley that transfixed…; DVD $29.95
Death in Leon (TV Mini-series) (Muerte en Leon) (2015): A non–fiction series about the murder of Isabel Carrasco, a controversial politician and president of the Provincial Council of Leon, Spain.…; DVD $34.95
Grand Designs New Zealand (TV Series) (2015-2017): New Zealand iteration of the immensely popular British design show has Wellington architect Chris Moller taking us behind the scenes of some…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $22.45
Older Than Ireland (2015): 100 years of Irish history is explored in this fascinating documentary about 30 Irish men and women who are all over 100 years old. A uniquely…; DVD $29.95
Peggy Guggenheim: Art Addict (2015): Luminous portrait of the arts patron extraordinaire who transformed a modest fortune and adventurous taste into one of the premier collections of…; DVD $19.95
20,000 Days on Earth (2014): A 24–hour portrait of writer and musician Nick Cave, blending fiction and reality, as it examines the artistic process and the power of the…; Blu-Ray $34.95
Advanced Style (2014): An irresistible and inspirational portrait of the lives of seven unique New York women whose dynamic, eclectic personal style and vital spirit have…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Banksy Does New York (2014): Documentary chronicling the famed street artist's "31 works of art in 31 days" in New York city.; DVD $24.95
Citizenfour (2014): Oscar–winning documentary that chronicles the first meetings between whistleblower Edward Snowden and journalist Glenn Greenwald, the explosive…; DVD $29.95
Dior and I (2014): Ravishing documentary takes a peek inside the storied world of the Christian Dior fashion house with a privileged, behind–the–scenes look…; DVD $29.95
From Scotland With Love (2014): Scottish history as told through a vast collection of real home movie and archival footage, this is a charming filmic tapestry of everyday family…; DVD ~~$24.95~~ $18.70
Great Museum, The (2014): Fascinating glimpse behind the scenes of one of the most famous cultural institutions in the world, The Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna.; DVD $29.95
Keep on Keepin' On (2014): Infectious documentary that follows jazz legend Clark Terry over four years to document the mentorship between Terry and 23–year–old…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Our Big Blue Backyard (TV Series) (Wild South: Our Big Blue Backyard) (2014): From Northland to Stewart Island, this 6 part series explores the colourful and varied fauna within New Zealand's unique marine environments.; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $24.95, $29.95
That Sugar Film (2014): Damon Gameau embarks on a unique experiment to document the effects of a high sugar diet on a healthy body, consuming only foods that are commonly…; DVD $14.95 | Blu-Ray $24.95
Today's Russia: A Literary Landscape (2014): Stephen Fry presents this overdue reappraisal of Russian literature for a Western audience. Imbued with Fry's characteristic personal touches and…; DVD $19.95
Topp Country (TV Series) (2014): Lynda and Jools Topp hit the road for this food flavoured tiki tour of New Zealand.; DVD $39.95
Gardening With Soul (2013): Heart–swelling documentary on Sister Loyola Galvin, a 90–year–old stalwart of Island Bay's Home of Compassion who offers pearls of…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Spirit of '45, The (2013): In this illuminating documentary, Ken Loach movingly celebrates the radical changes during postwar Britain under the new Labour government, which…; DVD ~~$25~~ $18.75
Summit, The (2013): A documentary marking out events surrounding on one of the deadliest days in mountaineering history, when 11 climbers mysteriously perished on the…; DVD $29.95
Searching for Sugar Man (Searching for Sugarman) (2012): A unique, engaging music mystery that follows the late–60's Detroit based musician Sixto Rodriguez, who faded into obscurity in America amidst…; DVD ~~$24.95~~ $15, $24.95 | Blu-Ray $34.95
Buck (2011): A soothing and ultimately inspiring portrait of legendary trainer Buck Brannama, whose compassionate approach to horse rearing inspired the film,…; DVD $19.95
Inside Child Poverty (2011): Wellington documentary maker Bryan Bruce investigates the appalling level of child poverty in New Zealand, and travels to Sweden to found out why…; DVD $39.95
Italy: Love It or Leave It (2011): This thoroughly engaging road trip throughout picturesque Italy doubles as a serious critique of a nation beset by various social, economic, and…; DVD $29.95
Shut Up Little Man! An Audio Misadventure (2011): The viral phenomenon of two aging, foul–mouthed room–mates at each others throats is explored in this wildly entertaining doco, centred…; DVD $29.95
Undefeated (2011): The perennial losing record of one Manassas High School is turned around by an inspirational football coach in this Academy Award–winning…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $19.95
When a City Falls (2011): Heavy–hearted chronicle of the impact of Christchurch’s devastating earthquakes, and on the lives of its resilient citizens.; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Armadillo (2010): Dir. Janus Metz chronicles the changing personalities and life–altering experiences of a platoon of Danish soldiers fighting out of the…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $14.95 | Blu-Ray ~~$34.95~~ $19.95
Disappearing London - Suggs and the City (2010): Madness front–man Graham McPherson presents this roving history of London’s unique character and charm via the city’s idiosyncratic…; DVD $29.95, $29.95
Exit Through the Gift Shop (2010): A would–be filmmaker's documentary on renegade street artist Banksy is turned on its head, becoming an expose of the contemporary art world and…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
History of Christianity, A (TV Mini-Series) (2010): In this fascinating six–part series Professor Diarmaid MacCulloch, one of the world's leading historians and Professor of History of the Church…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Home By Christmas (2010): The director of WAR STORIES returns to the subject for this deeply personal yet affecting docu–drama focusing this time on a single story…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Love Story (2010): Ebullient Kiwi filmmaker Florian Habicht creates his own 'New York Story' by turning his camera to a beautiful Russian model and his own creative…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Senna (2010): A thrilling motor–racing documentary on the fast life and times of Formula One legend and Brazilian hero, Ayrton Senna. An exemplar of the…; DVD ~~$30~~ $22.50
Antiques Roadshow (TV Series) (2009): Current Roadshow host Fiona Bruce presents 30 years of gems, appraisals, and priceless discoveries from the iconic antiques junket, in which everyday…; DVD $24.95
Good Hair (2009): Comedian Chris Rock explores cultural identity by way of black America's obsession with hair in this warm and witty social documentary. More…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
His & Hers (His and Hers) (2009): A collection of straight–talking vignettes informs this sweet, affecting, often witty documentary in which Irish women of all ages talk about…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $15
Hitler's Bodyguard (TV Series) (2009): 13–part documentary series offering a thorough, at times incredible, examination of the men who protected Adolf Hitler against numerous…; DVD $44.95
James May's Toy Stories (TV Series) (2009): A trip down memory lane with a modern twist: James May, disarming as ever, rediscovers the seminal toys of his childhood, then proceeds to…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Land of the Long White Cloud (2009): Loveable loose sequel to Florian Habicht’s Kiwi classic KAIKOHE DEMOLITION finds the engaging filmmaker returning to Northland, where hundreds of…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Love The Beast (2009): Eric Bana directs and stars in this passion project tracing his ongoing love affair with his very first car – a Ford GT Falcon Coupe –…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Man In The Hat, The (2009): Sam Neill narrates this intimate portrait of veteran art dealer Peter McLeavey, commemorating his 40 years in the business of running an independent…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
South (TV Series) (2009): Another "love story" from intrepid broadcaster Marcus Lush, who this time explores the South Island of New Zealand, an area he fell in love with…; DVD ~~$24.95~~ $18.70
Topp Twins: Untouchable Girls (2009): An adorable, "Kiwi–as" portrait of NZ's beloved folk–singing comedy duo, Jools and Lynda Topp, which also resonates as a ripely…; DVD ~~$24.95~~ $18.70
Trouble is My Business (2009): Keenly observational documentary about an empathetic assistant principal (Gary Peach) who battles to keep his students in school and out of trouble…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Barack Obama: Yes We Can (2008): Significant documentary outlining the incredible story of Barack Hussein Obama, a man with an American mother and Kenyan father who became a national…; DVD $19.95
Fabulous Flag Sisters, The (Le Sorelle Bandiera) (2008): Candid documentary following the career of The Fabulous Flag Sisters–three drag queens that inspired, offended and entertained the people of…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Investigator, The (TV Series) (2008): Probing Kiwi crime doco series investigating six unsolved New–Zealand crimes by delving into the pitfalls of the justice system in our country…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Man On Wire (2008): Oscar–winning doco about a truly remarkable, one–of–a–kind subject; a cavalier French daredevil called Phillipe Petit who in…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Sir Edmund Hillary 1919 - 2008 (2008): Towering tribute to the late, great Sir Ed. Includes the documentary ‘Remembering Sir Ed: A Tribute to Sir Edmund Hillary’, an overview of the…; DVD ~~$24.95~~ $18.70
Third Richard, The (2008): A labour of love for actor–director Danny Mulheron, this explores the life and music of his unheralded grandfather, Richard Fuchs, a gifted…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $20
Universe of Keith Haring, The (2008): Celebratory portrait of the darling of the 80s New York art scene Haring revels in the accessibility of the artist as a public figure, more than…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Waltz With Bashir (Vals Im Bashir) (2008): This striking hybrid animation is an audacious attempt to recall, through anecdote, dream, and documentary, the 1982 Israeli–Lebanon war.…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Andrew Marr's The History of Modern Britain (TV Series) (2007): Political commentator Andrew Marr turns his astute focus on the key events that have shaped British society since the end of WWII, including the…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Captain Cook: Obsession and Discovery (2007): Award–winning documentary that examines the controversial legacy of the great explorer Captain James Cook. Hosted by geographer Vanessa…; DVD ~~$25~~ $18.75
Forbidden Lie$ (Forbidden Lies) (2007): Thoroughly engrossing docudrama investigates the truth behind disgraced bestselling author Norma Khouri, who claimed to be a Jordanian campaigner…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Garbage Warrior (2007): Revealing documentary featuring eco architect Michael Reynolds who has spent the past three decades creating sustainable housing in the New Mexico…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Here to Stay (TV Series) (2007): An enlightening, culturally pertinent reference point for the current make up of New Zealand society, this six part series revisits a number of key…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95, ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
How We Built Britain (TV Series) (2007): Long–standing BBC presenter David Dimbleby presents this engaging doco series focusing on Britain's architectural heritage in both a historical…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Lovely Rita - A Painter's Life (2007): Evocative, celebratory remembrance of New Zealand’s Rita Angus, told primarily through a collection of over 300 letters the artist wrote to…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $20
Manufactured Landscapes (2007): Astounding 'environmental' documentary centering on the landscape photography of Edward Burtynsky, whose large–scale images of…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
War, The (TV Series) (2007): Seven–part documentary series, directed by respected filmmaker Ken Burns, addressing the horrors of WW2 from the perspective of American…; Blu-Ray $89.95
Young @ Heart (Young at Heart) (2007): A stirring, crowd–pleasing music doco for ages 9 to 99 that introduces a spritely senior citizen choir known as 'Young @ Heart' who are…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
An Inconvenient Truth (2006): Stark and compelling warning about the imminent effects of climate change – largely being stoked by carbon emissions from human activities…; DVD ~~$15~~ $11.25
Ans Westra - Private Journeys/Public Signposts (2006): Photographer laureate Ans Westra takes to the other side of the camera in this insightful, contemplative retrospective of her photography, and…; DVD ~~$39.95~~ $29.95
Black Gold (2006): Urgent, surprisingly constructive expose of world coffee trade, tackling the exploitation of third world bean farmers by corporations, middlemen, and…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $10
Crossing the Line (2006): Documentary on the extraordinary defection of James Dresnok, an American military deserter to North Korea in 1962, who now resides permanently in the…; DVD $29.95
Freedom's Fury (2006): Sport and politics mix in this gripping account of a hotly contested water polo semifinal between Hungary and the Soviet Union during the 1956…; DVD $29.95
Hunger for the Wild (TV Series) (2006-2007): Wellington restauranteurs Steve Logan and Al Brown (of 'Logan Brown') travel the wilds of New Zealand looking for fresh food to turn into…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15, ~~$20~~ $15
Last Resort, The (2006): A modest coastal campground is the site of much dispute and debate in this thorny documentary casting light on New Zealand’s ceaseless ‘land…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Maori Queen, The: 1931-2006 (Te Arikinui Dame Te Atairangikaahu) (2006): Televised tribute to the 'Maori Queen', Te Arikinui Dame Te Atairangikaahu, on the occasion of her funeral in August 2006, edited down from…; DVD ~~$24.95~~ $18.70
Planet Earth (TV Series) (2006): One of the most expensive and ambitious nature documentary series ever attempted, the reliable grave tones of Sir David Attenborough guide this…; Blu-Ray ~~$29.95~~ $22.45
Anatomy for Beginners (2005): Grotesque but rather fascinating documentary series in which anatomist Dr. Gunther von Hagens and pathologist Prof. John Lee systematically dissect…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Billy Connolly - World Tour of New Zealand (TV Series) (2005): The special New Zealand segment of comedian Billy Connolly's 2004 world tour, which has the crazed Scot covering the length of the country over eight…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95, $19.95
Drive - Notes from the Wilderness (TV Series) (2005): Cult skateboarder Mike Vallely travels the world on four small wheels to try and understand the meaning of skateboarding culture around the…; DVD $44.95
Favela Rising (2005): Rousing documentary traces the transformation of a violent slum in Rio de Janeiro by former drug–dealer Anderson Sa, who was so shocked by a…; DVD $29.95
Leonard Cohen - I'm Your Man (2005): A fittingly sublime homage documentary to the stately Leonard Cohen, based around the tribute concert held in his honour at the Sydney Opera House in…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Once in a Lifetime (2005): An explosive, tabloid–juicy account of the rise and fall of the New York Cosmos, a fledging team in the American Soccer League who, within the…; DVD $29.95
Real Dirt on Farmer John, The (2005): Rousing doco depicting the hardships of American farming through the eccentric and inspirational cultivator Farmer John. An affectionate exposé of…; DVD $29.95
Speer And Hitler: The Devil's Architect (2005): Painstaking docu–drama attempts to reevaluate the war crimes of one Albert Speer, Third Reich celebrity and Hilter’s personal architect…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004): In his gravest comedy yet, the fearless Michael Moore dissects the credibility of the Bush administration since the election controversy of 2000 and…; Poster (VG) $12.95
John Safran vs God (TV Series) (2004): Ozzie media–satirist John Safran explores religion in the modern world with high irreverance, low humour and agnostic scepticism. Among the…; DVD $34.95
Kaikohe Demolition (2004): A glimpse into the mirth, mayhem and pathos of provincial New Zealand, this concerns a group of unkempt Northland residents who relish their…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $22.45
Scared Sacred (2004): Visiting sites of some of the world’s most horrible stories doesn’t seem like a relaxed night’s viewing, but this doco by the interestingly…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
State of Mind, A (2004): An astonishing effort from British dir. Gordon, who documents life in the closed society of North Korea from the perspective of two young girls…; Poster (VG) $9.95
Take, The (2004): A feisty documentary about the aftermath of Argentina's disastrous economic 'crash' in 2001 and how a group of unemployed workers attempt to occupy…; Poster (G) $9.95
What the Bleep do we Know!? (What the #$*! Do We (K)now!?) (2004): A unique and certainly popular piece of 'New Age intellectualism", this follows the travails of a deaf photographer (Matlin) through life and…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill, The (2004): The unlikely tale of a homeless street musician in San Francisco, Mark Bittner, and his longtime attachment to a flock of wild parrots…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Go Further (2003): A quirky, semi–stoned travelogue that gets on the bus with activist–actor Woody Harrelson and his entourage on a 'consciousness raising'…; Poster (VG) $12.95
Haunting Douglas (2003): Mesmerising exploration of renowned New Zealand contemporary dance performer and choreographer Douglas Wright, featuring generous excerpts of his…; DVD ~~$24.95~~ $18.70
Spellbound (2003): Surprise hit documentary that struck a universal chord in following eight high–school hopefuls in their bid to succeed at the American National…; Poster (F) $7.95
Work of Director Spike Jonze, The (2003): Before his successful foray into feature films, director Spike Jonze made his name as the pre–eminent music video director of the 1990s. He…; DVD $24.95
Bowling For Columbine (2002): Essential viewing from the dir. of ROGER AND ME, constructing another entertaining and devastating critique of the contradictions of the US of A,…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Daughter from Danang (2002): A moving and troubling documentary about Heidi Bub, the daughter of an American serviceman and a poor Vietnamese woman, born in Danang and raised in…; Poster (VG) $9.95
Decasia: The State of Decay (2002): Highly original experimental film that achieves a stunning aesthetic and haunting visual poetry by compiling an array of found archival film footage…; DVD $49.95
I Am Trying To Break Your Heart (2002): Solidly realised account of the making of ‘alt country’ band Wilco’s acclaimed “Yankee Hotel Foxtrot” album and near–unmaking of the…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Noam Chomsky: Power and Terror In Our Times (2002): A no–frills TV documentary (made in Japan) in which arch–media critic and philosopher Noam Chomsky, examines the post–9’11 world,…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $10
Smashing Machine, The (The Life and Times of Extreme Fighter Mark Kerr) (2002): Intense and strangely moving look at the life of Mark Kerr, the most successful and celebrated combatant in the (now banned) Ultimate Fighting…; DVD $29.95
Stone Reader (2002): A treat for devotees of reading, this unique literary quest concerns the dir.'s obsession with an obscure American novel and quest to find its…; Poster (VG) $9.95
Billy Connolly - World Tour of... (TV Series) (2001): TV series following comedian Billy Connolly on tour throughout the world. "World Tour of England, Scotland and Wales" (available to rent):…; DVD ~~$59.95~~ $44.95
Blerta - The Return Trip... (Blerta Revisited) (2001): Less a nostalgia 'trip' than a brilliant compendium of manic moments from New Zealand's 1970's travelling roadshow of anarchic performance –…; DVD $40
Blind Spot: Hitler's Secretary (2001): The astonishing true story of Hitler's private secretary, Traudl Junge, who at the age of 80 comes to terms with working alongside unspeakable evil…; DVD ~~$15~~ $11.25
Blue Planet, The (TV Series) (2001): Breathtaking footage of our planet’s largest feature – the ocean – reveals wondrous worlds within this still almost completely unexplored…; DVD ~~$30~~ $22.50
Ram Dass Fierce Grace (2001): A remarkable documentary portrait of one–time Harvard professor Richard Alpert, who in the 1960s began an epic spiritual voyage through LSD and…; Poster (G) $9.95, Poster (VG) $12.95
Endless Harmony: The Beach Boys Story (2000): An accessible tour through the history of California’s pop success story – The Beach Boys – featuring archival footage from the…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Filth and the Fury, The (2000): Film–maker Julien Temple gives an angry and commanding voice to 'The Sex Pistols' (incl. the late Sid Vicious), who tell their story 'like it…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Keep the River On Your Right (2000): Pursues the bizarre experiences of one Tobias Schneebaum, a gay NYC artist, who in the 1950s sought to ‘find himself’ in the jungles of the…; DVD $29.95
Metallica - S & M (2000): Michael Kamen directs the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra in an epic accompaniment for heavy–metal gods Metallica. Songs include: The Ecstasy…; DVD $49.95, $49.95
Mr Death: The Rise and Fall of Fred A. Leuchter, Jr (1999): Another wholly idiosyncratic and remarkable work from documentarian Errol Morris, this time with the human oddity factor turned up to a…; Poster (F) $10
Two Fat Ladies (TV Series) (1999): The commanding humour, presence and culinary skills of Jennifer Paterson and Clarissa Wright are served up in this cuddly cooking series.; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Walking with Dinosaurs (TV Series) (1999): In tracing the 160 million year history of the big lizards, this comprehensive BBC doco slavishly recreates the flora, fauna and geography of the age…; DVD ~~$45~~ $33.75
Modulations (1998): Sub–captioned "Cinema for the Ear", this is an enlightening exposition of electronic music – a marginalised yet broadly significant music…; Poster (VG) $12.95
When We Were Kings (1996): Dateline: Zaire, 1974, the 'Rumble in the Jungle'. The hype and drama of the Muhammad Ali/George Foreman boxing match is brilliantly caught in this…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95, $19.95
War Stories (War Stories our Mothers never told us) (1995): Remarkable documentary manages to compel almost exclusively via the spoken word as seven elderly women offer candid yet articulate and boldy frank…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Baseball (1994-2010): Ken Burns's celebrated documentary transcends its sporting appearance to deliver an elegant and engrossing social history through baseball over 150…; DVD $79.95
Coming Out Under Fire (1994): As America joined the war effort against Nazism and the persecution of Jews, its own military continued to discriminate against gay and lesbian…; Poster (VG) $9.95
Hoop Dreams (1994): Chronicles the 8–year saga of two black teenagers striving for basketball glory in the NBA. Like the British 7/14UP series, this captures…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Lip Gloss (1993): The lives of transvestites, drag queens and female impersonators are chronicled in this revealing portrait that takes you behind the scenes as they…; VHS $29.95
Civil War, The (The American Civil War) (1989): An extraordinary documentary series on the American Civil War, widely recognised as one of the greatest ever made. Using archival photographs,…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $22.45 | Blu-Ray $89.95
Michael Palin Around the World in 80 Days (TV Series) (1989): The first of Michael Palin's successful globe–trotting escapades follows the scheme of Jules Verne's novel – a circumnavigation of the…; DVD ~~$24.95~~ $18.70
Cosmos (Carl Sagan's Cosmos) (1980): Using a combination of special effects and Sagan’s enthusiastic narration, Cosmos covers a range of awe inspiring topics including the origins of…; DVD $59.95 | Blu-Ray $59.95
Unknown War, The (1978): Burt Lancaster narrates this enormous 20–part documentary series on the conflict between Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union.; DVD $39.95
World At War, The (1973): Epic – both in length and scope – series that comprehensively examines the second World War. Assembling a vast array of rare footage and…; Blu-Ray $109.95
Weekend of a Champion (1972): A fascinating cinéma vérité project filmed during Formula One's heydays, which eavesdrops on a series of conversations and hang outs between…; DVD $29.95
On Any Sunday (1971): Cult documentary on motorcycle racing notable for the participation of bike enthusiast Steve McQueen.; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $15, $29.95
Endless Summer (1966): Widely popular cult documentary follows two American surfers who trot the globe looking for the perfect wave, even stopping off at Raglan, NZ.…; DVD $19.95
Up Series Boxset (7-49UP) (1964-2005): All 49 years of Michael Apted's extraordinary documentary series chronicling the evolving lives of ordinary Brits.; DVD ~~$50~~ $37.50
Mystery of Picasso, The (1956): Famed director Henri–Georges Clouzot gains exclusive entry into Pablo Picasso's inner creative sanctum, observing the master painter at work on…; DVD $29.95
Nuit et Broulliard (Night and Fog) (1955): Haunting, influential doco on the Nazi concentration camps investigates the ways in which images of past events cause guilt for those in the present,…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95

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