Fela Kuti: Live at Glastonbury 1984 (1984)

A film about the noted American linguist/political dissident and his warning about corporate media's role in modern propaganda.

Sicilia, años 50. Cinisi es un pueblo de la provincia de Palermo, conocido por el aeropuerto de Punta Raisi, que los jefes de la mafia local utilizan para sus negocios. Aquí vive el pequeño Peppino Impastato, a cien pasos de la casa del boss Tano Badalamenti, con el que su familia mantiene una estrecha relación, marcada por la ley del silencio. Peppino agobia a su padre con continuas preguntas acerca de la actividad del mafioso, pero a cambio sólo obtiene silencio. En 1968, ya adolescente, comparte los ideales sociales y políticos de su generación y participa en una manifestación contra la ampliación del aeropuerto, que les quitaría las tierras a los campesinos. En los años siguientes, funda un periódico local y una emisora independiente ("Radio Out") en la que se mofa de la mafia y de los que la protegen, llegando a suscitar la ira de Badalamenti (Tano Seduto) y la reprobación de su familia.

Paisaje exuberante y hermosa fotografía destacan esta biografía de la princesa Kaiulani (Q'Orianka Kilcher), una princesa hawaiana del siglo 19 se crió en Inglaterra, pero decidido a mantener la independencia de su pueblo de los comerciantes Americanos agresivos. Después de ser enviado a Inglaterra como un niño por su padre escocés, Kaiulani regresa a Hawai y se convierte en un activista político que lucha para conservar su trono, a pesar de que debe dejar a su amante Inglés.

The film chronicles the life and revolutionary times of death row political prisoner Mumia Abu-Jamal.

Aline Morales is one of the main broadcasters of Maracatu in Toronto. From a meeting with members of Recife's Maracatu Estrela Brilhante Nação, she and her traveling companions reflect deeply on the different aspects of this genre, beyond music.

This BBC documentary chronicles the life of folk/soft-rock singer John Denver through his rise with The Chad Mitchell Trio and Peter, Paul and Mary, his subsequent stardom, his popularity decline, and his tragic death at age 53.

Gloria Allred, abogada de derechos de las mujeres, toma los nombres más importantes de la cultura estadounidense a medida que la cobertura de acusaciones de agresión sexual en los medios se hace más frecuente.

Hamdias, a producer who's set out to break new boundaries, plans to finance a film about torture. According to him, torture, the clash of two or more people, is not only what substantiates basic human relationships but also love and politics. Unfortunately Hamdias dies in a freak accident and his project is grounded. After some time, Galai (Olga Karlatos), who should have been the main actress of Hamdias movie, sets out to complete the controversial project. As soon as filming starts again, the thin line that separates reality from a nightmarish obsession begins slowly to blur.

An Unreasonable Man is a 2006 documentary film that traces the life and career of political activist Ralph Nader, the founder of modern consumer protection. The film examines Nader's advocacy for auto safety features, such as federally mandated seat belts and air bags, as well as his rise to national prominence following an invasion of privacy lawsuit against General Motors.

En un país sometido a una cruel dictadura, un militante político es salvajemente torturado, lo que desencadena la indignación de ciertos intelectuales de izquierda.

Described as "an Aboriginal Kramer vs Kramer," this is the moving account of an Aboriginal political activist fighting his white ex-wife for joint custody of their son.

Rumba Rules, New Genealogies offers an enjoyable, rough-edged glimpse into the music scene of Kinshasa, with impromptu shots drawing the viewer into jam sessions on plastic chairs, and the quest for perfection at the studio.

"Tenth of a Second" is the account of one man's desperate attempt to fight the oppressive apartheid regime of South Africa. This political thriller centres around Michael Wilder (James Whyle), a schoolteacher and political activist, with a failing marriage. Wilder is a member of the "Organisation" which is involved in subversive activities against the state. One day, Raymond (Nicky Rebelo), a fellow member, visits Wilder and leaves him with a suitcase containing a bomb. Wilder is expected to place in a busy shopping centre. But things do not go according to plan and the consequences of his actions result in devastating effects for Wilder and his grip on reality.

Lisa, a plus-sized African American woman, concludes that her boyfriend broke up with her because of her weight. Now on quarantine lock down and alone, she will now use the next 40 days to try to lose the weight, in hopes of winning him back.

An African-American political activist is wrongfully imprisoned for killing two white policemen; he is unwary of yet another white lawyer who claims that he will help free him.

How African artists have spread African culture all over the world, especially music, since the harsh years of decolonization, trying to offer a nicer portrait of this amazing continent, historically known for tragic subjects, such as slavery, famine, war and political chaos.

Musician Fela Anikulapo Kuti recorded more than 60 albums to promote the magic of Afrobeat but never lost his political voice as an outspoken critic against widespread government corruption in Nigeria. This documentary examines the role that Fela, dubbed "Black President," played in shedding light on atrocities in his homeland and in promoting the ascent of African music worldwide.

"Avoid Straight Angles" - Once upon a time Stefan Sundström was Farsta's Mick Jagger. Then he was influenced by the punk. Now he is one of Sweden's most productive, self-centered and socially critical artists - diligent in terms of both songwriting and touring.

Kick Out the Jams features many never before seen films of the MC5 as created by Leni Sinclair & conceptual artist Cary Loren during the peak of their career.