Till The Clouds Roll By
"Till the Clouds Roll By" (1947) is a musical biopic about the life of composer Jerome Kern, featuring performances by stars like Judy Garland, Frank Sinatra, and June Allyson, and showcasing his most…
Guy Clark, the dean of Texas songwriters, struggles to write poetic songs while balancing a complicated marriage with wife Susanna, and a deep friendship with writer Townes Van Zandt, who Susanna forg…
Retrospective documentary on the life of James Dean, who became a screen idol through his fiery onscreen roles before his death at age 24 in 1955.
Hosted by Jack Perkins (of A&E's "Biography" series), this documentary profiles the life of L.L. Bean, the Maine outdoorsman turned entrepreneur who created one of the most iconic brands in Americ…
Seth Swirsky grew up in the 1960s idolizing the Beatles. He set out, video camera in hand, to talk to people who had crossed paths with his heroes. From Sir Ben Kingsley to Brian Wilson, Swirsky filme…
A dramatization of the story of legendary movie actor James Dean. The film's writer, William Bast, had roomed with Dean in the early '50s, when both were trying to break into films as actors.
Extravaganza with lots of music legends from the 50s.
The great William S. Hart stars in this classic tale of settlers in the Oklahoma territory. Directed by King Baggot, one of the most versatile movie figures of the silent era, this movie is not only "…
Pursued by the big-time gambler he robbed, John Muller assumes a new identity, with unfortunate results.
Twenty years ago, old Mrs. Barlow was killed in her home for her priceless rubies, which the murderer didn't find. Now Paul and Bella Mallen move into the apartment and soon strange things start to ha…
A documentary on the life, music, and legacy of Bob Marley. Produced by Ziggy Marley, this once in a lifetime piece explores the Legend's life beyond the stage, reliving his childhood, upbringing and …
Priam Farrel is a celebrated artist but a social recluse. When his valet dies of a sudden illness, a mix-up leads to the body being identified as Farrel's. The timid artist then assumes the identity o…
Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey play themselves in this high-spirited film biography. The film follows the brothers from their early days all the way to their greatest successes. Director Alfred E. Green uses …
Struggling songwriter Judy Walker talks her way into the apartment of a famous composer, and finds that he's on vacation. Homeless and without any money, she decides to stay at his place until his ret…
Biography of Jackie Robinson, the first black major league baseball player in the 20th century. Traces his career in the negro leagues and the major leagues. Restored in original Black and White.
Harold Pinter, the writer, actor and activist. A personal take on working with Harold Pinter from intimate conversations with actors, directors and writers on their experiences of the man and his work…
Joe Pendleton, a saxophone playing boxer, is collected and taken to heaven before his scheduled death and he can't go back to his original body. Based on a 1938 play, the first filmed adaptation was 1…
In 1969’s radiant aura, Janis, stranded on a desert road, undergoes a journey of self-discovery with enigmatic Dennis. Boundaries blur in this exhilarating tale of revelation.
In March 1971, several dozen American soul, jazz & gospel artists embarked on a journey to Ghana, West Africa documented in a unique festival. Directed by Academy AwardⓇ winner Denis Sanders and produ…
After his hands are mangled in an accident, concert pianist Vernon Paris receives an experimental transplant. But the psychological strain of having another man’s hands stops Vernon from resuming his …
This is an observational documentary following the adventurous lives of a group of hip hop artists from New Jersey that started out as friends, broke up and got back together to create one of the larg…
A staid, dull Englishman abruptly abandons his middle-class life, his family, and his duties to become a painter in the South Seas. Loosely inspired by Paul Gauguin's life, this is the story of Charle…
Susan Hayward’s singer slides into alcoholism as success passes her by.
Through tributes, memorial services and the continued belief in his greatness, Elvis's music has survived decades after his death.