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In the United States, a Police Officer is killed in the line of duty every 53 hours. Behind these numbers are countless unsung stories of both tragedy and triumph overshadowed by negative headlines and criticism at every turn.. Pulling back the curtain on this polarizing topic, Fallen rises above divisive politics to expose the humanity behind these statistics within unflinching look at the constant threats officers face and the devastation left behind...

Dr. Bassem Youssef made a decision that's every mother's worst nightmare - he left his job as a heart surgeon to become a full-time comedian. Dubbed "The Egyptian Jon Stewart," Bassem creates the most viewed television program in the Middle East. He has 30 million viewers per episode, compared to The Daily Show with Jon Stewart's 2 million viewers. In a country where free speech is not settled law, Bassem comes up with creative ways to non-violently...

Immediately after the 9/11 attacks, a small contingent of US Troops were sent on a secret mission to overthrow the Taliban. What happens next is equal parts war origin story & cautionary tale, illuminating the impact of 15 years of constant combat.. This untold story features unprecedented access to the Green Berets who played pivotal roles in these covert missions. Reflecting on their experiences and on the brothers-in-arms they lost, these elite...

The world thought it knew Elián González’s story: The 5-year-old boy who washed up on the Florida coast after a deadly crossing from Cuba who became the center of an extraordinary, never-before-experienced media firestorm and international custody battle, pitting family members against each other and testing political policy at a crucial moment in history.. The CNN documentary ELIÁN shows how this incredible story is interwoven into the current...

This documentary follows drag queen Panti Bliss, created by Rory O’Neill. Since the Pantigate scandal in 2014, Panti has become a figurehead for LGBT rights in Ireland and her fight for equality has become recognized across the world. Winner of Best Irish Film and Best Documentary at **Dublin Film Critics Circle Awards**. Official Selection at the **European Film Festival**. *"A glorious testament to a national treasure..." - Sarah Griffin, **Film...

This documentary takes a raw and introspective look into the world of FUNCTIONAL FITNESS, illustrating what this growing trend is all about. An inspiring film that explores how this fitness phenomenon has enhanced the lives of so many people.

An intimate portrait of a woman drifting between reality and denial when she is left alone to grapple with the consequences of her husband's imprisonment. Winner of the Volpi Cup for Best Actress (Charlotte Rampling) at the **Venice International Film Festival.** *"Rampling is so memorizing you can't take your eyes off her." - Rex Reed, **Observer*** *"Rampling's pale, stricken countenance sets the tone...and dominates virtually every moment thereafter."...

Nick Forest, a college freshman, wants nothing more than to join a fraternity. However, in the wake of a brutal hazing death on campus, his estranged older brother, Pete, is rallying against the Greek system. Nick ignores Pete's protests and rushes Psi Theta Epsilon, notorious for its rumored hazing practices. As Nick begins the pledging process, he relishes the bonding and the partying. A modern retelling of the ancient Greek myth of Dionysus --...

Devout Jehovah’s Witnesses, Alex, Luisa and their mother are united in The Truth. But as Luisa starts to question the advice of the Elders she makes a life-altering transgression that leaves the whole family in fear of God’s wrath. Official Selection at the **Toronto International Film Festival.** Winner of the New Director's Award at the **San Sebastian Film Festival.** *"It is a quietly brilliant work that balances the conflicts of three women,...

A group of friends camping in the South African countryside wake up to discover they’ve all swapped bodies. Stranded in the wilderness, they’ll have to navigate a personal-political labyrinth if their lives are ever to be the same again. Nominated for the Crystal Bear in the Generation 14plus - Best Film competition and the Teddy Award for Best Feature Film at the **Berlin International Film Festival**. Official Selection at the **Toronto International...