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A short documentary profiling the restoration and anniversary exhibition of the titular 4-4-0 steam locomotive, undertaken in honor of the Centennial of the start of the American Civil War in 1961.

A short documentary about the city Tallinn.

Short documentary film by J. N. Pascal-Angot.

In this documentary we survey the period between 1840 and 1860. Canada considers its options—annexation, continentalism, free trade, and economic nationalism—while the "one continent, one nation, one flag" ideology enjoys strong support on both sides of the border. Part 5 of the series Struggle for a Border: Canada's Relations with the United States.

Uses animation and live action photography to describe good food chains, almost all depending ultimately on green plants, and relates these food chains to the larger concepts of the oxygen-carbon dioxide and the nitrogen cycles, and to the unending pattern of life, growth, and decay which is known as the food cycle.

In a year in which World In Action won a BAFTA for Best Factual Series, this programme looks back at some of the top stories in the news during 1964.

Arrival Supermarket Architecture is a silent structuralist film that explores the facades of various architectural landmarks juxtaposed against the purely capitalist edifices ensconced within supermarkets.

A study of Sydney's traffic.

A BAFTA award nominated abridged documentary depicting the issues facing engineers delivering high speed flight. It was initially made in three parts in 1957.

The Nishimura family makes traditional rice cakes.

Early documentary about the pop art scene and happenings in Germany.

A graphic variation where a new-born baby devours its mother, then turns into a bloodthirsty monster. Some music touches him. He calms down a bit, then returns to his destructive ways, before getting squashed.

Made by the Talyllyn Railway Preservation Society, this shows activity along this stretch of track including glimpses of the Narrow-Gauge Railway Museum and engines in action.

Eighty-seven educational institutions belonging to the Union of Universities of Latin America (UDUAI), founded in 1949, met in Lima, Peru, in 1967 to celebrate their Fifth General Assembly. Luis Alberto Sánchez, Rector of the National University of San Marcos, was present. Presentations included: "The Role of Universities in the Spiritual and Cultural Integration of Latin America," by Dr. Luis Alberto Sánchez; "Planning Higher Education in Latin America," by Eng. Javier Barros Sierra; and "The Urgency of Promoting Basic Scientific Education to Complement Latin American Training," by Dr. Carlos Chagas. President Fernando Belaúnde Terry received greetings from the members of the Union of Universities of Latin America at the Government Palace.

Pseudo-Mondo style documentary about the sexual nights of European cities.

A poetic narrative celebrating the beauty of Karachay-Cherkessia and the love its local inhabitants hold for their land. The film features students from Boarding School No. 1 in the city of Cherkessk.

Short film about artist Francisca de los Reyes.

A look at the deadly cargo of the Vulcan Bomber and how it is a crucial part of Britain's force to deter attacks on the country.

They are wet. They are wild. Fortunately, they are surfers. Here, longboards are the order of the day, and the impressive waves from almost mythical spots are the kind that are today reserved for aggressive small-board surfers.

A two-part study of nuclear power with Larry Henderson, skilled observer, analyst and commentator on public affairs as guide. Part 1 shows civilian applications outside Canada. Part 2 shows the history of atomic energy development in Canada, from the outset of World War II to the installations at Chalk River.

A promotional film that presents the legislative body and all of its various roles. (filmed during the sixth Knesset term). The work routine of the government, the presidency of the Knesset, the positions of the coalition, the opposition and the various committees. The discussions are taking place at Beit Frumin, shortly before the move to the new permanent residence. The film shows the prominent MKs of those years, headed by Prime Minister Levi Eshkol, Chairman Kaddish Luz, Foreign Minister Golda Meir. At the center of the film is an extensive discussion of the question of Arab Refugees.

Presenting an overview of Venezuela's culture, economy and geography. Visits two contrasting families of Caracas, depicting the cosmopolitan life in a modern city and the harsh existence of the farmer working on land that has had no rain in four years.

Short educational film about digestion.

A documentary film about Pop Art's entry into Stockholm's art life.

Filmed in Baltimore during the support demonstrations for the nine catholics who were on trial for napalming the 1-A Draft files in Catonsville, Maryland. The film examines some relationships between radical catholicism and the Movement.

Le Jabrebbock is a mythical character who introduced the confusion into the language, destroed the meaning of phrases.

"This short, silent film, a gallery of shots put together like a jazz improv, uses many devices to affect the image that comes from the camera. I play with superimpositions, with drawing and scratching on the film, and layering over the camera images with texture and color. The result is a rather rhythmic, physical, playful event intended simply to happen as you watch it. The actual imagery of objects in a museum gallery, seen frequently throughout, was footage shot in the Colby College Museum of art in the 1960s." —Abbott Meader

Ethno-fiction: a sociological portrait of a small Belgian village, Moulbaix, through the passion for amateur theater.

This poetic story-documentary shows the death of a tradition as a man reflects on a certain spring of his boyhood. We see a Greek community and culture as it is assimilated into an American city. Filmed in the neighborhoods surrounding the present day site of UIC.

A short documentary directed by Karl Deschauer.

This Oscar-nominated film shows Gallaudet University in Washington D.C. near its 100th year as the only school of higher learning for the deaf and extreme hard of hearing.

First hand account of the Burning Cross race attack. A stark reminder from Handsworth of the intolerance and hatred that darkened the streets of 1960s Britain.

Michael Shelton and his gold medal in wheelchair snooker are rightly celebrated by the mining community of Newstead.

Vitia turns 18 and is drafted into the army. In order to begin his service, he must leave behind his beloved bicycle, his athlete friends, and the velodrome.

The viewer will be delighted with this overview of the history of American Foods. Through the miracle of good living typically, foreign foods have been Americanized in order that all members of this "melting pot" may enjoy life in all its faceted splendor. Through the use of animation, sound effects, color contrasts, and music, the history of our gourmet delights is beautifully portrayed.

Short documentary, recording the clash in the La Candela neighborhood and how it was celebrated in its early days.

American Industrial Film touting the joys of Pepsi-Cola. Aimed mostly at beverage distributors.

Documentary short about Italian painter Antonio Ligabue.

Promotional film for Waveney canned goods.

An animated film opening with a description of the life of Christ based upon the Apostles' Creed. The remainder of the film is an application of the Christian faith, interpreting stewardship as it relates to contemporary life.

This animated short deals with the importance of creative thinking. The film offers pointers on developing your mind to think more creatively as this can bring new ideas and lead to problem solving in the work environment.

The film opens with an image of a refugee dying beside a wall. The place is Berlin in 1962. Various shots of the wall and its defences follow. The film shows people attempting to cross to West Berlin after the wall was built. We are given a history of Germany’s treatment after the war and the differences between life in East and West Berlin.

British Public Information Film encouraging young women to broaden their scope when looking for employment.

American industrial/instructional film. Previously collected in the now-defunct Something Weird Video series Health and Safety Scare Films.

8mm home movie showing picketers and Ruby Bridges at her elementary school, likely Spring 1961.

KRON-TV Assignment Four documentary film from 1968, narrated by Phil Wilson, which looks at the living conditions, social outlook and aspirations of the Diggs family, who live on Fell Street in San Francisco's Western Addition neighborhood. Includes scenes of: widower Louis Diggs (originally from Texas) discussing his family's quality of life; Louis working as a handyman and relaxing at home; eldest son Larry Diggs reflecting on how different generations within his community cope with hardship and negative prospects; Larry working with kids as a counsellor at Youth For Service and visiting Andrew Jackson Elementary School; daughter Cherie Diggs attending Zion Lutheran Parochial School and shopping for the family; Larry's younger brother Joe Diggs attending George Washington High School and walking around Golden Gate Park, as he describes his current state of affairs and street views of the Western Addition.

This feature-length film was created by Alberta filmmakers Mel and Ethel Ross and documents an epic road journey that the couple undertook in 1960-61 through Canada, the United States, Central America, and South America.

A focus on Sweden's greatest dramatist, August Strindberg, his years spent in Paris and the inspiration the city had on his poetry.

This six-minute short documentary captures the eclipse of July 20, 1963, in the small town of Grand-Mère, Quebec. The eclipse was plainly visible and attended by scientists, stargazers, and an influx of visitors who came to see it and join in the accompanying festivities.

This short feature film based on trial records aims to familiarize viewers with the practices of communist infiltration techniques in West Germany. It shows the work of an illegal communist operations group controlled by an SED instructor smuggled into the Federal Republic. Leaflet printing and distribution play an important role alongside word-of-mouth propaganda.