Documentaries
Documentary Films, strictly speaking, are non-fictional, "slice of life" factual works of art, sometimes known as cinema verite. As films became more narrative-based, documentaries branched out and took many forms, some of which have been termed propagandistic or non-objective.
One of Alice's favourite sections, and due to the sheer size of this collection, we have split ioto a number of sub-sections. See side bars on left for more options. By scrolling below are you will be exposed to whole darn caboodle - all of Alice's documentaries.
Right: Werner Herzog directs "Burden of Dreams"
For Sama (2019)
8.5/10
Director: Edward Watts, Waad Al-Kateab
FOR SAMA is both an intimate and epic journey into the female experience of war. A love letter from a young mother to her daughter, the film tells the... Read more
For the Bible Tells Me So (2007)
7.9/10
Director: Daniel Karslake
Does the desire to be a 'good Christian' require the condemnation of homosexuality? This compassionate and insightful documentary profiles five Americ... Read more
Forbidden Lies (2007)
Director: Anna Broinowski
In 2003 Norma Khouri's book 'Forbidden Love' was published as the true account of the so-called 'honour killing' of her best friend, Dalia. Eighteen m... Read more
Force of Nature: The David Suzuki Movie (2010)
7.4/10
Director: Sturla Gunnarsson
Starring: David Suzuki
David Suzuki, iconic Canadian scientist, educator, broadcaster and activist delivers a "last lecture" - what he describes as "a distillation of my lif... Read more
Forks Over Knives (2011)
7.8/10
Director: Lee Fulkerson
Should we throw away our knives and focus on consuming a plant-based diet of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains? This documentary lays out an array... Read more
Fractal Plasma FishTank (2004)
This is the ultimate collection of plasma animations for ambiance, parties, or just to show off your new big-screen TV. Included are four plasma seque... Read more
Fractals: Hunting the Hidden Dimension (2008)
What do movie special effects, the stock market, heart attacks, and the rings of Saturn have in common? They are connected by a revolutionary new bran... Read more
Francesco's Italy: Top to Toe (2006)
8.3/10
Starring: Francesco da Mosto
Francesco da Mosto, the charismatic presenter, author and architect takes us on a sweeping tour of the art, history and beauty of Italy. Francesco lea... Read more
Francesco's Mediterranean Voyage (2008)
8.4/10
Starring: Francesco da Mosto
Francesco da Mosto - Venetian architect, historian and TV presenter journeys from Venice to Istanbul, to the cities and islands where Western civilisa... Read more
Francesco's Shakespeare in Italy (2012)
Starring: Francesco da Mosto
Shakespeare was in love with Italy. A third of his plays are set in the country. For the Elizabethan playwright, it was the stage on which to explore... Read more