Cinematic Era: 2003 Vintage

Based on a play by French playwright Georges Feydeau. This comedy, often defined as a farce, has an incredible pace, with its transformations arranged with machine-like precision and enviable rhythm.

Mixed Feelings: San Diego/Tijuana is a documentary about the San Diego-Tijuana region and its inevitable transnational future. Conversations with scholars, planners and architects from both cities open a window into the unprecedented dialogue now occurring on the U.S./Mexican border. Set to hip Nortec music, with and an artful use of digital technology, the documentary creates a space where binaries blur and opposites invert.

The film sketches the lives and tribulations of some of those kids the college girl on summer break, the boys from the neighbouring province who only want to do hip-hop and through them we get a real glimpse of what makes Shanghai today a promising big city.

Two of the female characters from Jerusalem (2003) appear in a new location: a black and white minimalist apartment. With the aid of drawings to illustrate their psychological probing, the ladies perform basic physical repetitions and frozen poses while being captured on video and re-lensed through low-fi cyan solariziations. Layered stereo monologues speak of their continuing personal explorations into the science-fiction dream-symbol terrain of their private histories.

"S**t Your Never Seen" is the DVD presented in "Soundtrack to the Apocalypse" box set by the American thrash metal band Slayer. Released November 25, 2003 through American Recordings, the DVDfeatures music from previous albums, unreleased material, and live film. //

Life and legacy of Agostinho da Silva. Traversing the biographical journey, the life and work of the Luso-Brazilian philosopher, this work has testimonies from himself and various personalities of Portugal and Brazil that allow us to unravel his personality and multifaceted thought.

The film reflects on the struggle for power, money and the influential connections in Abuja, the capital of Nigeria, can bridge the line between poverty and wealth.

A serial killer stalks women in Las Vegas.

In the fourth and final instalment of Karel Vachek’s not-so-little Little Capitalist Tetralogy, preparations for an opera performance in the Czech capital’s art-nouveau National Theatre become the occasion for a reflection on rebels, dissidents, and others subversives who stand in battle, heroically and sometimes tragically, against majority opinion, established rules, or powerful institutions. "As the camera wanders over, around and through Prague’s lavish National Theatre, director J.A. Pitínský coaches singers through a rehearsal of Bedřich Smetana’s tragic opera Dalibor. Intercut with the tale of the 15th-century knight who, imprisoned, refused to name names, Vachek interviews, on the plush red seats of the empty theatre, a whole series of latter-day rebels.

Karan (Amit Hongorani) is the son of Lakshmi (Farida Jalal) and Dharam (Dharmendra). His father is a professional robber, so his mother leaves him to raise Karan and his sister Kiran in dignity. However, when Karan comes of age, he supports his fathers nocturnal adventures and becomes a successful burglar. In college, he falls in love with Priya (Sharbani Mukherjee), the daughter of the wealthy Somnath Arya (Alok Nath). Since he is a burglar, he does not dare to tell Priya about his love—however, he tells Sandwich (Johnny Lever), his loyal friend. Priya is also in love with Karan, but doesn't tell him because she is shy, despite her best friend Nikki's (Rushali) attempts to matchmake the two of them - and things get difficult for her when Sonia (Nilofer) joins the college, who is extremely good-looking and tries to woo Karan.

This program collects a number of the late singer/songwriter Steve Goodman's appearances on the classic AUSTIN CITY LIMITS television series. Probably best known for his song "City of New Orleans", Goodman's catalog of songs have earned him a large cult of fans, including luminaries such as John Prine, Kris Kristofferson, and Arlo Guthrie, all of whom appear here, talking about Goodman and his music. Containing a wealth of live material along with rare interview footage, this program is an excellent retrospective of a great career.

A documentary of a gay couple's determination to be parents despite considerable legal and cultural limitations. Prevented from adopting a child, or accessing IVF facilities or commercial surrogacy in Australia, Tony Wood and Lee Matthews embarked on an international surrogacy arrangement that takes them to Iowa for the birth of their son.

Macedonian TV drama.

Mariusz, thrown out of his videotape rental business - the only legitimate job he ever held - decided to... make a movie and finally earn big money. He knows that this film will never be seen by anyone anyway, so he doesn't worry too much about the script. Using the experience he's gained over the years on the job, he decides to make a one-of-a-kind film that will incorporate all known film genres in its form and content.

April 29, 1903, the coal mining town of Frank, in the Crowsnest Pass of the southern Canadian Rockies, was shattered by the sudden roar of a landslide, earning Frank a place of history as the site of North America's deadliest rockslide. This film explores the coincidences and explains its geological conditions.

Ever since the first Roma people arrived in Sweden five hundred years ago, they have been discriminated against and persecuted. The lack of knowledge, invisibility and denial of the historical abuses that Roma have been exposed to is one of the many contributing causes of continued marginalization and vulnerability of Roma today. Here, the Roma tell of the abuses and persecutions they experienced during the 20th century. How it felt like as a child being constantly expelled from the camp, not infrequently in the middle of the night, with violence and under gunfire. Soraya Post from the traveling group tells how her mother, as a pregnant 23-year-old, was forced to abort her child in the seventh month. The reason: She was a "gypsy".

A copy of the filmmakers' first feature film disappeared somewhere in Yemen on the 10th anniversary of the reunification of north and south. A year later, they returned to track down the print, embarking on a journey that would take them across forbidding terrain from Sana to Aden. What they discover is a land of contradictions where film is openly reviled and secretly loved, teaching them much about their status as filmmakers in the Middle East.

A group of anthropology students at a Michigan college try to stop a Chupacabra from eating their classmates.

Watch Morcheeba play a stunning November 2002 set at Brixton Academy, then embark on a tour of China in March 2003. The band was invited by the British Council to play 8 shows in 5 cities as part of the Think U.K. festival, which brought the best of Britain's originality, creativity, and innovation to China in a series of high-profile events. The bonus 24-minute tour documentary shows footage of the band playing live in Beijing and discussing their experiences in China. Track Listing: The Sea Friction Tape Loop Otherwise Part of the Process Aqaulung Love Sweet Love Be Yourself Slow Down Trigger Hippie What New York Couples Fight About Moog Island Way Beyond Get Along Public Displays of Affection Jolene Blindfold Undress Me Now Over and Over Charango Rome Wasn't Built In A Day

The story of a lovely snake family. How they spend a holiday by the sea – swim, play ball, sail, sunbathe, eat ice cream. Like all of us. And then evening comes, and the holiday is over.

A sequel to Joe Christ's video freakshow

Stories from Chinese citizens including factory workers, villagers, and a wealthy business man caught up in China's ongoing effort to modernize its economy.

Football icon Paul Gascoigne is at the end of his playing career, heading to the Gansu the poorest province in China's remote north-west to play for the local team Gansu Tianma football club. Paul wants to show he can still offer a lot to football and battle his inner demons and addictions along with feeling isolated in his new home in China.

Mark, an art director for a lingerie catalog desperately needs a new face for his next photo shoot and is referred Nikki, a waitress aspiring to be a model who just might have what it takes.

Includes: Thank You - Ray Boltz It Is No Secret - Babbie Mason, Jake Hess The Wonder Of It All - Doug Oldham Sunday Meetin' Time - Jake Hess, Gloria Gaither Goodby World, Goodby - Rex Nelon, Jake Hess Roses Will Bloom Again - Jeff & Sheri Easter Sanctuary - Jessy Dixon My Jesus, I Love Thee - Avalon Precious Lord, Take My Hand - Sheman Andrus, Jeff Easter on harmonica Loving God, Loving Each Other - Guy Penrod It's Gonna Be A Good Day - Wesley Pritchard, Woody Wright, Stephen Hill He Leadeth Me - The Martins Go Rest On That Mountain - Cynthia Clawson, Sonya Isaacs Surrett, Candy Christmas, Bonnie Keen, Tanya Goodman Sykes, Joy Gardner I'll Fly Away - Kim Hopper, David Phelps Everbody Will Be Happy Over There - James Blackwood, J.D. Sumner, Robbie Hiner When I Survey The Wondrous Cross Give The World A Smile Why Me - Bob Cain Lead Me To That Rock - Stephen Hill Precious Memories - Bob Crews, Cynthia Clawson

The second full length feature by Black Label Skateboards

Three Swedish teenagers express their thoughts about bi- and homosexuality while navigating questions of identity, self-acceptance, and societal expectations. Through personal stories and reflections, the film explores their struggles, hopes, and the challenges of growing up as LGBTQ+ youth in Sweden.

Award-winning Indian film drama. Said to be the first Indian film to comprehensively focus on Indian trans people, with the entire story revolving around two trans women and a gay teenager's attempts to seduce a man - Samir. The film explores the taboo subject of trans people in India, which is still much misunderstood and ridiculed.

Stan Tracey: The Godfather of British Jazz is a portrait of one musician’s lifetime achievement. In a career spanning 60 years as pianist and composer, Tracey (1926 – 2013), recalls his life with unprecedented honesty. The film combines a mix of archive, landscape and interviews with musical giants such as saxophonist Courtney Pine, doyenne Cleo Laine and jazz eminence Humphrey Lyttleton. Stan Tracey’s obituary, published in the Guardian, 6 December 2013 can be viewed here. smokingdogfilms.com

Once upon a time, death preyed upon a New England college campus. Rumors swirl that "if you see a flash of red, you're dead!" Local golden boy, Peter Bloom (David Morwick) investigates the grisly killings until the stakes grow higher and the body count mounts. Suddenly, Peter's search becomes a fight for survival in a fairy tale world full of nightmares.

When Ishmael is released from prison, he is forced to return to the life on the streets that he thought he had left behind. Determined to survive, he trains as a professional fighter, and struggles to stay out of the world of gangs, drugs and turf war.

FRONTLINE examines the hidden story of what is really driving the Bush administration to war with Iraq. The investigation asks whether the publicly reported reasons — fear of Saddam Hussein’s weapons of mass destruction or a desire to insure and protect America’s access to oil — are only masking the real reason for the war. Through interviews with well-placed sources in and outside of the administration, FRONTLINE unravels a story known only to the Washington insiders.

Hebei origin, air-force officer retiree, Mr. Chou, now diligently learning Taiwanese, met “Chang Jiang No. 1,” China’s top secret agent during Sino-Japanese war, on a Peking opera’ seminar. Chou’s flat moon life has then been sparkled. He started to talk around about the heroic accomplishments this “Chang Jiang No.1” had done. This person, “who contributes most to China,” gradually becomes Chou’s only mark on the Moon. Is “homesickness” a gene? Inheritable? Transplantable? Can be parted or chosen? Contagious? Needs regular purging like computer viruses? … Through the story between Mr. Chou and “Chang Jiang No.1.” the film uses lively rhythm to represent the interesting homesickness issue. The director adopts a humorous way to re-present these new Taiwanese in Taiwan. As for whether “Chang Jiang No.1” is a real person or not is up to the audience to decide.

On a rain-soaked Friday the 13th in December of 2002, the mastery of DIO took full command of New York City's famous Roseland Ballroom. In grand fashion, the formidable quintet was unleashed upon a rabid sold-out crowd, delivering a memorable performance that was nothing less than a heavy metal history lesson.

The documentary depicts a community of stadium hooligans who arrange brawls, or so-called "setups," among themselves.

Grant Munro dances to New Orleans jazz music.

Karl is tired of the heavy burden of fame that oppresses him and he decides to liberate himself from it. He returns to life among so called ordinary people, after which he crosses paths with fame-seeking Marilyn. Ordinary Karl is the force that turns Marilyn into an idol of the masses. But not for long...

We covered the reclusive monk Beopjeong for three years, from our first meeting on April 30, 2001 until 2003! Monk Beopjeong of ‘no possessions’. KBS reporters met him, who had long avoided TV appearances and contact with the media. One day, about 6 months later, after lingering around the camera without even turning it on, the monk said his first words. ‘Let’s support the cows’. The meeting that took place after that and the monk's words were captured on screen. The clear and fragrant words of a monk heard among the bamboo forest along with the beautiful four seasons of Bulilam Hermitage! An anti-war message delivered by a monk at Ground Zero in the United States. 'Hate only blinds the eyes.' The footage of him accompanying Monk Beopjeong for three years will be revealed on a KBS Sunday special.

Three friends run a smoke shop in the valley called The Blues.

Lilya (Marina Zubanova) is an approaching-middle-age singleton who lives with and cares for her grandfather and works at a chicken factory. She is determined to get married soon, but hasn’t quite found the man for the job. Most of the story revolves around various failed dates, her conversations with coworkers and family members, and her innocent stalking of a talented local pianist.

Takes a closer look at the editing process to make 'Hulk' (2003) as cohesive, well-paced, and exciting as possible, while creating for the film a unique look with differing transitions and split screens.

A mentally disturbed girl becomes suspicious about the activities of her new neighbor.

This documentary follows the life of Kofi Annan, winner of the Nobel Peace Prize and Secretary General of the United Nations. With unprecedented access, filmmakers follow Annan as he accepts the Nobel Prize, struggles to get food to Afghans threatened with starvation, travels to Tokyo and Thailand to raise funds and garner support for the interim government in Afghanistan, and celebrates East Timor's new independence.

Two friends, Jamal and Peanut go through their daily routines in Compton. The two inadvertently apprehend a thief who was breaking into Jamal's house but then the thief drops dead in front of them.

Short film that follows a single night in the life of a young insomniac.

The sad story of a drunken athlete.

Four people return to the haunted woods where their friend was eaten by an ancient monster. Because they want to fight it. Because they're stupid.

Documentary about football fans following England in the 2002 World Cup. The film is a product of the Hvidovre studios in Denmark, headquarters of Lars von Trier's Dogma 95 movement, which applies rigid rules to its film making. Every cut, for instance, has to be clearly signalled by a fade to black, all shooting is done on location, lighting is natural, and there is no additional soundtrack other than that recorded on site. The "victim" is allowed a two-minute right of reply at the end.

Music, history, and emotion fuel this dynamic, award-winning tribute to Los Zafiros, the Beatles of 1960s Cuba. Thirty years after their breakup, the two surviving band members, Manuel Galban and Miguel Cancio, reunite in the streets of present-day Havana, a place full of unforgettable songs and memories for them and for their still-loyal fans. Family members, fellow artists, and friends weigh in, creating a stirring and definitive portrait of The Sapphires.

A ferocious parody of the Olympic games.

Le Concert de Caesarea is the first live album and DVD by singer Emma Shapplin. It is a recording of Shapplin's first concert in Israel, a concert held in the ancient city of Caesarea in 1999. The album was written, composed and produced by Jean-Patrick Capdevielle.

Kuxa Kanema: The Birth of Cinema is a 2003 documentary by Margarida Cardoso on the National Institute of Cinema (INC), created by President Samora Machel following the 1975 independence of Mozambique.

For many, the name Lazard is synonymous with the banking dynasty that pioneered the modern investment bank with the invention of mergers and acquisitions. Jackie Raynal sets out one summer for the mountains of Haute-Savoie to meet Simon Lazard, one of the heirs of the group. Lazard, at the age of 100, wants to set down part of his story — the Occupation, his lands, and his pro-European views.

John is arrested on his 40th birthday, just on the day when he has realized that everything he has been doing before has increased the absurdity and senselessness of this world.

Tangier has an open identity on the Strait of Gibraltar. The border here is a presence: it is water. Opposite, Spain. Candidates for illegal departure flock without interruption to Tangier. The film follows the adventure of a few ready to "burn" their identity, to cross or die...