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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
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
I Am Alfred Hitchcock (2021): A seminal figure in the world of cinema, Alfred Hitchcock produced some of the most famous films ever made. I Am Alfred Hitchcock delves deep into…; DVD $19.95
James & Isey (James and Isey) (2021): Kiwi director Florian Habicht's deeply moving tribute to Northland life and aroha in the form of a documentary portrait of Isey and her son James,…; DVD $29.95
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
Ken Burns' Country Music (2020): Formidable 8–part, 16 hour PBS series by the legendary documentarian Ken Burns, exploring the history of country music and it's cultural impact…; DVD $84.95
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
Memory: The Origins of Alien (2019): Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the theatrical release of ALIEN, this documentary reveals the untold origins of the cinematic masterpiece –…; 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
Andre the Giant (2018): HBO documentary examining the life and career of pro wrestler André René Roussimoff, better known as Andre the Giant. As well as being one of the…; DVD $24.95
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
Kusama - Infinity (2018): The incredible story of top–selling artist Yayoi Kusama, who overcame countless odds (wartime trauma, mental illness, sexism, racism) to bring…; DVD $29.95
Midnight Oil 1984 (2018): A passionate portrait of Australia's iconic rock band Midnight Oil during the year 1984, in which they embarked on a tour promoting their politically…; 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
Pope: The Most Powerful Man in History (TV Series) (2018): Liam Neeson narrates this six–part series produced for CNN that reveals the history of one of the world's most revered and honoured figureheads…; DVD $34.95
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
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
Studio 54: The Documentary (2018): In–depth account of how the world's most famous (and infamous) nightclub, Studio 54, was created by co–owners Ian Schrager and Steve…; 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
Westwood: Punk, Icon, Activist (2018): Unvarnished account of the grande dame of punk and "enfant terrible" of British fashion, Vivienne Westwood, told in her own words, and through…; DVD $29.95
Becoming Bond (2017): A unique documentary/narrative hybrid chronicling the stranger–than–fiction true story of George Lazenby, a poor Australian car mechanic…; DVD $29.95
Blue (2017): Australian documentary exploring our impact on the world's oceans and what might be required to protect them now and in the future. The issues raised…; DVD $24.95
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
No Ordinary Sheila (2017): The immensely inspiring life–story of one Sheila Natusch, nonagenarian natural historian, mountain climber, intrepid cyclist and publisher of…; DVD ~~$24.95~~ $18.70
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
Whitney: Can I Be Me (2017): Bearing less of his signature subjectivity, veteran documentarian Nick Broomfield explores Whitney Houston's meteoric rise to stardom, turbulent…; Blu-Ray $24.95
Yellow is Forbidden (2017): Simply stunning fashion documentary from New Zealand director Pietra Brettkelly that swirls around the beguiling personality of Guo Pei, a dynamic…; DVD ~~$24.95~~ $18.70
Ants on a Shrimp: Noma in Tokyo (2016): After achieving the rarefied status of the "World's Best Restaurant" owner–chef René Redzepi moves his entire 'Noma' team from Denmark to a…; DVD $24.95
Casablancas: The Man Who Loved Women (2016): John Casablancas tells his own story about his glamorous and star–studded career as founder of the Elite modeling agency in the 1970s, and…; DVD $24.95
Crazy About Tiffany's (2016): A fully authorized documentary about the iconic Tiffany & Co., told by those behind and in–front of the gold–plated counters, exploring…; DVD $29.95
David Lynch: The Art Life (2016): An essential portrait of film–making iconoclast David Lynch, who takes us on an intimate journey from his childhood in idyllic small town…; DVD $19.95
Family, The (2016): The heartbreaking story of an Australian religious sect led by Anne Hamilton–Byrne, a former yoga instructor who harnessed the power of charm,…; DVD $24.95
First Monday in May, The (2016): Star–studded glimpse into the hectic preparation involved in the creation of The Metropolitan Museum of Art's most attended fashion exhibition…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
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
National Bird: Drone Wars (2016): A chilling expose of America's modern warfare program in which the ethics and possibilities of a deadly new technology are being determined, with…; DVD $24.95
Oasis: Supersonic (2016): Highly entertaining portrait of mouthy Brit–pop icons Oasis and their meteoric rise from the council estates of Manchester to some of the…; DVD $24.95
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
Risk (2016): The director of CITIZENFOUR focuses on another political dissident, Julian Assange, whom she followed for six years through controversies and…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $10
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
Zero Days (2016): Cyber–warfare documentary from the Academy Award–winning filmmaker Alex Gibney, who provides the most comprehensive account yet of…; DVD $24.95
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
Being Evel (2015): A candid look at the great American daredevil Evel Knievel that examines both the myth and his legacy.; DVD $24.95
Cartel Land (2015): Unnerving documentary follows a group of citizens as they attempt to counter drug related crime on the Mexican–American border.; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $15
Dark Horse: The Incredible True Story of Dream Alliance (2015): An inspirational and life–affirming rags–to–riches true story of a barmaid who bred a champion racehorse. Set in a former mining…; 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
Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief (2015): A lacerating expose of the inner–workings of the Church of Scientology from prolific truth–seeker Alex Gibney. Drawing heavily on…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $15
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
Ground We Won, The (2015): A revealing portrait of contemporary manhood as observed through the rites and rituals of a rural New Zealand rugby club made up of…; DVD $24.95
How to Change the World (2015): Another absorbing maritime documentary from the director of DEEP WATER that tells the tale of a group of friends who in 1971, in defiance of the U.S.…; DVD $24.95
Louis Theroux: My Scientology Movie (2015): Louis Theroux brings his wry charms feature–length look at what goes on behind the scenes of the infamous Church of Scientology.; DVD $24.95
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
Tomorrow (2015): French actress Melanie Laurent explores hopeful solutions in response to the publication of a study forecasting the possible extinction of mankind by…; DVD $24.95
Where to Invade Next (2015): A good–natured comic polemic from film–maker Michael Moore, who this time "invades" a host of European nations in pursuit of progressive,…; DVD $29.95
Wolfpack, The (2015): A poignant, stranger–than–fiction documentary about the six Angulo brothers, raised entirely within the confines of their Lower East Side…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
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…; DVD $29.95 | Blu-Ray ~~$34.95~~ $17.50
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
Dinosaur 13 (2014): Riveting documentary chronicling the discovery of the largest complete T–Rex ever found, and the ongoing Goliath struggles faced by the…; DVD $24.95
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
Do I Sound Gay? (2014): Amusing documentary about the stereotype of the gay voice as director David Thorpe, recently heartbroken and anxious over the sound of his own voice,…; DVD ~~$24.95~~ $12.50
Filmed in Supermarionation (2014): Carefully–crafted love letter to the groundbreaking and iconic puppetry technique developed by Gerry and Sylvia Anderson, creators of…; DVD $24.95 | Blu-Ray $29.95
Finding Fela (2014): Alex Gibney trains his inquisitorial eye on the celebrated musician Fela Kuti, a revolutionary political figure and a leading proponet of Afrobeat.; DVD $24.95
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
Green Prince, The (2014): Absorbing account of how a son of a founding leader in the Palestinian organization, Hamas, became a spy for the Israelis.; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Iris (2014): Legendary documentarian Albert Maysles' final film is an insightful portrait of fashion icon Iris Apfel who has had an outsized presence on the New…; DVD $24.95
Korengal (2014): Follow–up to RESTREPO picks up where it left off; the same men, the same valley, the same commanders, but a very different look at the…; DVD $24.95
Land of the Bears (2014): Set in the wilderness of the Kamchatka Peninsula this riveting nature film follows the daily adventures of five wild brown bears.; DVD $14.95
Last Days in Vietnam (2014): An exhaustive, Oscar–nominated documentary directed by the daughter of Robert Kennedy about the final panicked days of the Vietnam War as the…; DVD $24.95 | Blu-Ray $29.95
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
Pantani: The Accidental Death of a Cyclist (2014): A powerful case study on the rise and fall of a Tour de France champion and the corruption at the heart of the sport, this documentary examines the…; DVD $29.95
Salt of the Earth, The (2014): A visually stunning and deeply affecting portrait of Sebastião Salgado, an acclaimed humanitarian photographer, who for over forty years has…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $20
Scandimania (2014): River Cottage's Hugh Fearnley–Whittingstall tours the key regions of Scandinavia, exploring our increasing fascination with its crime drama and…; DVD $24.95
Takedown: The DNA of GSP (2014): A look at the life and career of Ultimate Fighting Champion's welterweight world champ Georges St–Pierre.; DVD $29.95 | Blu-Ray $34.95
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
Anger Within: Jonah Lomu - A Rugby Legend (2013): A thoughtful, respectfully made documentary on the life of legendary All Blacks winger Jonah Lomu, charting his difficult upbringing in South…; DVD $29.95
Battle of the Sexes, The (2013): An entertaining, fast–serving account of the famous 'Battle of the Sexes' match between tennis champion Billie Jean King and her chauvinist…; DVD $29.95
Blackfish (2013): A series of deaths caused by a Seaworld killer whale is used to shed light on harmful living conditions in this persuasive activist documentary.; DVD $29.95
Dirty Wars (2013): Chilling docu–drama follows journalist Jeremy Scahill and the trail of secrets and lies he uncovers while investigation America's covert wars.; DVD $29.95
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
Generation Iron (2013): A modern day sequel to PUMPING IRON, this new documentary on competitive body building takes a ROCKY–esque approach to its entertaining look at…; DVD $24.95
Kill Team, The (2013): Difficult but important expose of 21–year–old soldier Adam Winfield's attempts to alert his military superiors to heinous war crimes…; DVD $29.95
Mistaken for Strangers (2013): Distinctive among rock–docs, this was made by the underachieving, metal–head brother of indie–rockers 'The National''s…; DVD $29.95
Muscle Shoals (2013): A marvellous and comprehensive celebration of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, the unlikely birthplace and subsequent epicentre of some of America's most…; DVD $29.95
Rewind This! (2013): An Aro Favourite carried by our shameless bias, this essential documentary pays timely and passionate tribute to the humble video cassette and its…
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
Stone Roses, The - Made of Stone (2013): Dir. Shane Meadows enthusiastically documents the reunion of iconic band the Stone Roses, who were instrumental in paving the way for the Britpop…; DVD $34.95 | Blu-Ray $39.95
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
Trials of Muhammad Ali, The (2013): Excellent, illuminating profile of Muhammad Ali's trials outside of the boxing ring, in particular his fight against being conscripted into the US…; DVD $24.95
Charles Bradley: Soul of America (2012): Late–blooming soul sensation Charles Bradley is the focus of this powerful documentary charting the singer's road to redemption through music.; DVD $29.95
Gatekeepers, The (2012): Six former heads of Israel’s Shin Bet secret service agency open up about their work and the state of the Israel–Palestine divide in this…; DVD $29.95
Ian Thorpe: The Swimmer (2012): A fascinating plunge into the mindset of Australia’s greatest and most polarizing Olympian, whose record five gold medal haul is challenged as he…; DVD ~~$14.95~~ $7.50
Imposter, The (2012): An extraordinary account of a French–Algerian con artist named Frédéric Bourdin and his impersonation of an American teenager who returns to…; DVD $14.95
Love, Marilyn (2012): Hollywood's elite read earnestly from from a box of Marilyn Monroe's personal letters, diaries and private musings that were discovered in the home…; DVD $24.95
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
Silence in the House of God (Mea Maxima Culpa) (2012): Prolific documentary maker Alex Gibney investigates the Catholic Church’s outrageous protection of its sexually offending priests.; DVD $29.95
Storm Surfers: The Movie (2012): In the vein of storm chasers, two Aussie thrill–seekers hunt down and ride improbably large waves in this death–defying surf documentary.; DVD $29.95 | Blu-Ray $34.95
Underground, The (2012): Comprehensive, all–access documentary on the inner workings of the London Underground, filmed during the train network's biggest overhaul in…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest (2011): Actor Michael Rapaport directs this compelling documentary on maverick the American hip hop group revered for their innovative fusion of hip hop and…; DVD $29.95
Best Of Palettes Collection, The (2011): Intriguing series using the latest in art investigation and video animation to explore the history, techniques and controversies behind some of the…; DVD $34.95, $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
Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope (2011): Morgan Spurlock enthusiastically pays homage to the largest and most talked–about convention of its kind, Comic–Con, a mecca for 'geek'…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
From the Ashes (2011): A gripping flashback to the summer of '81 where England's struggling cricket team – spearheaded by a swashbuckling Ian Botham – rallied…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $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
Story of Ireland, The (TV Mini-Series) (2011): An RTE and BBC co–production in which presenter Fergal Keane showcases Irish history, charting the origin and impact of the myths that have…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
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
Force Of Nature (2010): Passionate documentary portrait of iconic Canadian scientist and environmentalist David Suzuki, filmed as he delivers his 'legacy speech' stressing…; DVD $34.95
Freakonomics (2010): The authors of 'Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist' pass on the baton to six documentarians in this diverse exploration of social phenomena through (and…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $19.95
Gasland (2010): Hydraulic fracturing – or ‘fracking’ – is the incendiary subject of this alarming expose of unsafe drilling practices in the U.S., whereby…; DVD ~~$34.95~~ $19.95
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
Just a Beginning (2010): An interesting, if unsurprising outcome follows this classroom experiment where a group of French pre–schoolers are educated in the basics of…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $15
Landscape Man (TV Series) (2010): An offshoot of GRAND DESIGNS, taking the concept of visionary and unconventional house builds to the garden, where couples are followed through the…; DVD $39.95
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
Nature Of Existence, The (2010): After exploring the phenomenon of TREKKIES, Dir. Roger Nygard takes on that age old question, why do we exist, by interviewing spiritual leaders,…; DVD $29.95
One Night in Turin (2010): English football's so–called watershed moment – their national team's run through the 1990 Football World Cup – is relived in this…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $19.95
Royal Upstairs Downstairs (TV Series) (2010): The secret lives of British servants and aristocrats are speculated on this prim history series which takes viewers on a tour of the houses and…; DVD $24.95, $24.95
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
Teenage Paparazzo (2010): Adrian Grenier, famous for playing a movie star in the spotlight on TV series ENTOURAGE, turns the camera on a precocious 13–year–old…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $19.95
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 $34.95, $34.95, $34.95, $34.95
At the Edge of the World (2009): Highly topical film bears witness to the actions of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society as they do their best to scupper the efforts of Japanese…; DVD $19.95
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
Last Chance to See (TV Series) (2009): Scholar of wit, Stephen Fry, embarks on a round–the–world search for the rarest and most endangered animals on earth in honour of his…; DVD $39.95 | Blu-Ray $49.95
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 ~~$34.95~~ $19.95, $39.95
Magic of Audrey Hepburn, The (2009): An unauthorised sprinkling of the iconic movie star’s feminine charms, this all–too–brief documentary looks at Hepburn’s career…; DVD $19.95, $29.95
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
Paper Heart (2009): Cutesy indie combination of documentary and narrative as Charlyne Yi travels America interviewing couples about their relationships. Meanwhile,…; Blu-Ray $34.95
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
Stephen Fry and the Gutenberg Press (2009): Stephen Fry, spectacles donned, investigates the intriguing backstory of Johann Gutenberg, inventor of the world changing printing press.; DVD $24.95
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: His Story (2008): Topical documentary tracking the life of the newly elected president of the United States Barack Obama, from meagre beginnings to his steady rise…; DVD $19.95
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
Bigger, Stronger, Faster* (2008): Wannabe ironman Chris Bell spins his lack of conviction and self–doubt into an eye–opening documentary on America’s pervading culture…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $19.95
Cocaine Cowboys 2 - Hustlin' with the Godmother (2008): Unglamourous documentary sequel to COCAINE COWBOYS' Miami blow expose tackles the Oakland crack epidemic and its big–time dealer, Colombian…; DVD $29.95
Complete History of My Sexual Failures, A (2008): Taking self–absorbed, cinema–as–confessional to excruciating extremes, film–maker Chris Waitt turns the camera on himself to…; DVD $29.95
CSNY Deja-Vu (Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young) (2008): Riveting, candid and politically charged documentary from Neil Young (pseudonym Bernard Shakey), filmed as Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young crisscross…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
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
First Australians (TV Series) (2008): Landmark Australian series produced by top Aboriginal filmmakers tracking the history of Aboriginal culture and the fraught culture clashes between…; DVD $39.95
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
It Might Get Loud (2008): Euphonic examination of rock guitaring with three of its most distinctive practitioners, Jimmy Page, The Edge and Jack White. Sure to enrapture…; 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
Metal Mania (2008): Music doco that takes the microphone backstage to some of the greatest metal acts of the last fifty years, including Kiss, Angus Young, Motley Crue,…; DVD $24.95
Of Time and the City (2008): Terence Davies (DISTANT VOICES, STILL LIVES) launches a broadside on the transformation of his beloved, bricks–and–mortar Liverpool, in…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Powerful Noise, A (2008): AIDS, peacekeeping, and the rights of the disenfranchised are front and centre of this inspirational portrait of three women making a difference in…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $15
Radiohead - The Best Of (2008): Chronological collection of 21 inventive music videos and optical collages of rare singles from the slinking talents of Brit indie–rock kings,…; DVD $34.95
Rubbings From A Live Man (2008): Film–maker Florian Habicht finds the perfect portrait subject in Warwick Broadhead, a fiercely independent, 40–year veteran of performing…; DVD ~~$25~~ $18.75
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
Stephen Fry In America (TV Series) (2008): Over ambitious – yet highly amusing – doco series sees beloved Brit comic Fry travel around all 50 states of the USA in a black cab, in…; DVD $79.95
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
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
World According to Miley Cyrus, The (2008): Unauthorised documentary tracking the super fast rise of button–nosed performer and tween idol Miley Cyrus and her overnight success in the…; DVD $19.95
Youssou N’Dour - I Bring What I Love (2008): Gifted Senegalese singer Youssou N’Dour performs a series of concerts in this excellent documentary, which also gets to heart of the musician’s…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $15
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
Axe in the Attic, The (2007): Two British filmmakers, horrified by the devastation to New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, embark on a 60–day pilgrimage from…; DVD $34.95
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
Celebration: Yves Saint Laurent (2007): Intimate portrait of Yves Saint–Laurent, focussing on the legendary fashion designer's final show, as well as his complex relationship with…; DVD $29.95
Dengue Fever - Sleepwalking Through the Mekong (2007): Political rockumentary follows LA–based band Dengue Fever on their recent journey to Cambodia to perform 60s and 70s Cambodian rock n' roll in…; DVD $49.95
English Surgeon, The (2007): Remarkable documentary focused on Dr. Henry Marsh – a UK–based neurosurgeon who makes an annual trip to Ukraine to offer free surgery to…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $19.95
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
Lou Reed's Berlin (2007): Live recording of Lou Reed's 2006 performance of his underrated 1973 album 'Berlin,' brought resplendently back to life by a commanding Reed…; DVD $29.95
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~~ $22.45
Manufactured Landscapes (2007): Astounding 'environmental' documentary centering on the landscape photography of Edward Burtynsky, whose large–scale images of…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Mr. Untouchable (2007): Sensational true story of Nicky Barnes, the most powerful New York kingpin in the 1970's drug world, covering his incredible rise from junkie…; DVD $29.95
Planet B-Boy (2007): Energetic doco follows five B–Boy crews from around the world vying to be top dog at the 2005 Battle of the Year break–dance competition…; DVD $24.95
Super High Me (2007): Stand–up comedian Doug Benson decides to smoke (and eat) marijuana for 30 days straight and chronicle the side effects in this SUPER SIZE ME…; DVD $29.95
Victoria's Empire (TV Series) (2007): Brit comedienne Victoria Wood tours the Commenwealth on behalf of her royal namesake, taking in such old Empire territories as Hong Kong, Borneo,…; DVD $29.95
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
Agatha Christie's Garden (2006): The life of Britain’s grande dame of mystery is explored in this breezy documentary, taking in Christie's grandson, biographer, and fellow…; DVD $19.95
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
loudQUIETloud: A Film About the Pixies (Loud Quiet Loud) (2006): Document on lauded alt–rockers The Pixies which revisits the band ten years after their split, through to their 2004 'Sell Out' Reunion Tour.…; DVD $29.95
Love Story (2006): Belated but worth–the–wait tragi–profile of overlooked cult band Love, whose magnetic black frontman Arthur Lee passed away shortly…; DVD $44.95
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
Meanies, The (2006): The history and music of punkish Australian band The Meanies is chronicled in this watchable documentary, which covers much of the Melbourne…; DVD $29.95
Noam Chomsky: Imperial Grand Strategy (The Conquest of Iraq and the Assault on Democracy) (2006): Excellent compendium of Noam Chomsky lectures, with the elder activist contesting America's occupation of Iraq, 'Patriot Acts', dubious…; DVD $34.95
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…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $22.45 | Blu-Ray ~~$39.95~~ $29.95
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
Banana in a Nutshell (2005): Having fallen in love with a white New Zealand boy, 27–year–old Liang turns the camera on herself in this thoroughly intimate…; DVD $29.95
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
Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul (2005): Turkish dir. Fatih Akin unveils Istanbul’s rich and uninhabited music scene, listening in on the capital’s many sonic threads: a soundscape…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $14.95
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
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
Sedition (2005): Thorough and fascinating doco about the experiences of conscientious objectors in New Zealand during WW2 – particularly the social ostracism…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $22.45
Workingman's Death (2005): Astonishing depiction of six of the most gruelling jobs known to man that soberingly conveys the extremes that certain members of the global…; DVD $34.95
Colour of War: The ANZACs (2004): Russell Crowe hosts this documentary TV series about the Australian and New Zealand military experience from the 1930s to Vietnam, utilising colour…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
Control Room (2004): An important documentary that tunes in to the other side of the Iraq War through the "Control Rooms" of both the leading Arab TV station, 'Al…; DVD ~~$20~~ $10
Dogora (2004): A filmic mediatation on Cambodia, loosely in the style of BARAKA, for which dir. Leconte travelled to the formerly wartorn country to capture the…; DVD $29.95
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
Going Upriver - The Long War for John Kerry (2004): Potent, if late–in–the–day study of unsuccessful 2004 US Presidential nominee John Kerry and his Vietnam War experiences. A…; DVD $39.95
Guerilla: The Taking of Patty Hearst (Neverland: The Rise and Fall of the Symbionese Liberation Army) (2004): An indepth examination of the Californian 'hippie–terrorists', the SLA, who rose to prominence in the 1970s attempting to change America with…; DVD $19.95
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 $29.95
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
Lost World of Mitchell and Kenyon, The (2004): The recent discovery of 800 rolls of early nitrate film on a building site proved a rare cinematic find – turning out to be documentary footage…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Michael Palin: Himalaya (TV Series) (2004): Michael Palin continues his globe–trotting in this 6–part series in which he travels to the wild places of the Himalayan region. Filled…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
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
Aileen: Life and Death of a Serial Killer (2003): A compelling 'sequel' to the renowned documentary on the case of Aileen Wuornos, once touted as the world's first 'female serial killer'. Ten…; DVD $29.95
American Misfits (2003): A unique mix of skateboarding, prankery, skits and interviews – hosted by JACKASS star Wee Man and fellow misfit Laban Phiedas. Much stuntwork…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $19.95
Chlorine (2003): Commended documentary covers the hardcore pool–skating scene in the USA, in which emptied swimming pools are transformed into adhoc…; DVD $39.95
Five Sides of a Coin (2003): A thorough exploration of the five sides of hip–hop culture: rap, turntablism, break–dancing, human beat–boxing and…; DVD $29.95
Fog of War, The (2003): A perfectly–formed, Oscar–winning documentary about the life and career of Robert S McNamara, who served as Secretary of Defense under…; DVD ~~$24.95~~ $18.70
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
In Search of Shakespeare (2003): Presenter Michael Wood and award–winning director Greg Doran investigate the world of William Shakespeare. Using backstage recreations of…; DVD ~~$20~~ $15
Private Life of a Masterpiece, The (TV Series) (2003): Expansive, all–encompassing art history as tackled by the BBC, canvassing masterpieces from the Renaissance era through to 20th Century works…; DVD ~~$45~~ $33.75
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
Tibet - Cry of the Snow Lion (2003): Extremely powerful documentary about the 'occupation' of Tibet by China, where the world's last Buddhist state was invaded by the new Communist…; DVD $29.95
Tintin et Moi (Tintin and Me) (2003): Fascinating and probably definitive look at the life and work of Hergé, the Belgian comicbook artist who from the 1930s onwards created the graphic…; DVD $34.95
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
A History of Britain (TV Series) (2002): The complete series of Simon Schama's accessible, but provocative look at British history from 3000 BC to 2000 AD. Disc 1 – Beginnings,…; DVD ~~$60~~ $45
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
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
You See Me Laughin' (2002): Doco about the latterday backwoods blues musicians clustered around the Fat Possum label. Includes R L Burnside, Junior Kimbrough, Cedell Davis,…; DVD $29.95
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
Hell House (2001): Behind–the–scenes account of a small fundamentalist church in Texas whose "Hell House" serves as a tool to literally "scare the hell out…; DVD $29.95
Hip-Hop Nation: Notes from the Underground (TV Series) (2001): A comprehensive, but suitably casual tour of the contemporary hip–hop movement and all its various facets: the history, the luminaries, the…; DVD $39.95
In Shifting Sands (2001): A pertinent, compelling though rather schizophrenic film–diary directed by the former Chief UN weapons inspector in Iraq. Exploring the…; DVD $39.95
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
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
Our People Our Century (2000): Major, award–winning series tells the story of New Zealand and its people throughout the 20th century. Six episodes across three…; DVD ~~$34.95~~ $26.20
Rapmania (2000): A transcontinental coming–together of US rappers and hiphoppers with twin concerts at New York’s Apollo Theatre and L.A.’s Palace…; DVD $42.95
Grass (1999): A kaleidoscopic assemblage of newsreel, anti– and pro–drug films and interviews that traces the chequered history of marijuana in 20th…; DVD $19.95
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
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
McLibel (1998): The true story of England's most protracted court case that witnessed the all–powerful McDonalds hamburger empire file a libel suit against two…; DVD $19.95
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
Planet Ustinov - Following the Equator with Peter Ustinov (1998): Mark Twain's 1898 account of his epic journey around the globe is traced by Peter Ustinov in this part travelogue, part history lesson, which takes…; DVD $29.95
Thomas Jefferson (1997): Burns "paints an enigmatic portrait of self–contradiction" in this comprehensive and reverential documentary of America's third President,…; DVD ~~$19.95~~ $14.95
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 ~~$29.95~~ $20
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
Joanna Lumley: Girl Friday (1994): Considered one of the first programmes to experiment with the celebrity travelogue concept, this vintage BBC series features Joanna Lumley as a 'fish…; DVD $29.95
Search For Glory (1994): A vibrant perspective on Africa as a thriving football force, charting the development of the game and its social and cultural significance in a…; DVD $24.95
Aileen Wournos: Selling of a Serial Killer (1993): Brit doco–man Nick Broomfield takes his mike and cameraman to Florida to reveal the strange truth beneath the myth of the 'world's first female…; DVD $29.95
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
War Room, The (1993): Going behind the scenes with the men behind Bill Clinton's 1992 presidential campaign reveals there to be an exact science beneath the media…; DVD ~~$29.95~~ $15
Atlantis (1992): Luc Besson takes his camera on an exclusive underwater journey through the world's marine life with regular composer Eric Serra on board to further…; Blu-Ray ~~$39.95~~ $29.95
Sister Wendy - The Complete Collection (TV Series) (1992): Strangely intriguing series hosted by Sister Wendy Beckett – an endearingly impish nun with a passion for paintings who takes her viewers on a…; DVD ~~$40~~ $30
Maria's Story (A Portrait Of Love And Survival In El Salvador's Civil War) (1990): DVD $34.95
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
Futebol (1987): A richly informative series of three documentaries about different aspects of futebol (football) in Brazil, mainly centred around the renowned…; DVD $39.95
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
This is New Zealand (1969): A long–awaited DVD release of the landmark three camera/three projection spectacle, produced by the National Film Unit for the New Zealand…; DVD ~~$34.95~~ $26.20
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
Royal Ballet, The (1960): Outstanding performance film showcases prima ballerina Margot Fonteyn on the stage of London's Covent Garden. Includes extracts from Swan lake,…; DVD $29.95
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
Hooked: Anti-Drug Films from the 30's to the 70's (1935-1979): Typically alarmist and all the funnier for it this set of nine "educational" shorts never lets research get in the way of putting the fear into…; DVD $49.95
Notre Dame on Fire (022): 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

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