http://www.cinemaguild.com/ Never miss a new release! Feeds will only be sent when a new title is added to our site. Mon, 18 Aug 2008 15:00:58 GMT en-us Copyright 2008, The Cinema Guild, Inc. http://www.cinemaguild.com/cgrss.jpg http://www.cinemaguild.com 150 37 African American Studies American Studies Anthropology Cinema Studies Political Science Socioliogy Mon, 18 Aug 2008 15:00:58 GMT What does it mean to be exiled in your own country? In the aftermath of Katrina, two filmmakers embark on a road trip to meet displaced evacuees. An important American documentary, The Axe in the Attic tackles questions of race, class, and the breakdown of trust between a government and its citizens. American History American Studies Cultural Studies African American Studies Urban Studies Mon, 18 Aug 2008 15:00:58 GMT When the Loyola basketball team started four African-American players in 1963 they were suddenly thrust into the national spotlight. The Game of Change reaches far beyond sports, demonstrating this particular event's significance in the battle for race equality in a largely segregated country. Disabilities Family Health Music New York City Performing Arts Psychology Thu, 03 Jul 2008 13:34:42 GMT When Jason Crigler, a young musician, suffered a brain hemorrhage, the doctors' prognosis was dire: if he survives, there won't be much left of him. Incorporating footage shot by hospital staff, this acclaimed documentary follows Jason's extraordinary rehabilitation and recovery. In the process, it opens an window into the workings of the human mind. Political Science Cultural Studies Anthropology Middle Eastern Studies Religion & Spirituality Sociology Jewish Studies Islamic Studies Thu, 03 Jul 2008 13:34:42 GMT On an abandoned beach off the coast of Israel, against all odds, Israeli and Palestinian fishermen live and work together. Men on the Edge: Fishermen's Diary documents four years in their lives, an eclectic group of men brought together by a shared relationship with the sea. Anthropology Criminal and Law Latin American Studies Peace & Conflict Political Science World History Thu, 03 Jul 2008 13:34:42 GMT In 1998, Chilean judge Juan Guzman, a longtime Pinochet supporter, was assigned to prosecute the ex-dictator for human rights crimes. This engrossing documentary follows the twists and turns of a landmark case that influenced the application of human rights laws around the world. African American Studies American Studies American History Sociology Thu, 26 Jun 2008 19:18:06 GMT The first Mardi Gras in America was celebrated in Mobile, Alabama in 1703. In 2007, it is still racially segregated. A thoughtful investigation into our nation's history and traditions, this acclaimed documentary illuminates the complexities of race relations in 21st century America. Political Science Peace and Conflict Resolution World History African Studies Wed, 25 Jun 2008 17:37:07 GMT Is the U.N. still relevant? This behind-the-scenes documentary follows the efforts of diplomats to pass an imperative Security Council resolution authorizing the deployment of a peacekeeping force to Darfur. American Studies Labor Studies Media Studies Wed, 25 Jun 2008 13:37:07 GMT How a small labor dispute at the Ravenswood Aluminum Plant in Ravenswood, West Virginia erupted into a national boycott and media campaign that changed the way unions deal with management. Economics Environmental Studies Islamic Studies Labor Studies Middle Eastern Peace and Conflict Political Science Tue, 03 Jun 2008 19:58:18 GMT Planted in Israel, harvested in Gaza, and exported to gourmet markets in Europe, the Gazan strawberry is the only product sold abroad as Palestinian produce. The amazing story of this little red fruit - and the people who cultivate it - is a study in globalization, politics and occupation. Anthropology Cultural Studies Gay & Lesbian Islamic Studies Middle Eastern Studies Sociology Thu, 08 May 2008 09:00:19 GMT In post-Taliban Kabul, the most popular sport is bodybuilding. Afghan Muscles takes us inside Afghanistan's thriving bodybuilding culture - attracting thousands of young men who dream of attaining a better life through muscles. It's a side of Afghanistan and Middle Eastern society that few have ever seen. Cinema Studies Islamic Studies Jewish Studies Media Studies Middle Eastern Studies Photography Political Science Thu, 08 May 2008 09:00:19 GMT The founding of Israel - specifically the 1948 war for Jerusalem - is seen through the work of two photographers, British and Palestinian, in this compelling documentary that examines how pictures shape the way history is remembered and taught. Includes remarkable never-before-seen photos. Anthropology Eastern Europe Europe Health Russia Thu, 08 May 2008 09:00:19 GMT Somewhere in Russia, a primate laboratory tried to cross-breed monkeys and humans. But that's only half the story in this fascinating documentary about a once-renowned scientific institute struggling to survive in a fractured Eastern Europe. Religion Psychology Cultural Studies Jewish Studies Thu, 08 May 2008 09:00:19 GMT Hasidic communities in the U.S. and elsewhere are surrounded by an Eyruv, a thin wire that serves as a ritual boundary with the secular world. Beyond Eyruv follows a young man who decides to leave the ultra-orthodox Hasidic community, the only world he's ever known. American Studies Architecture Cinema Studies Economics Environmental Studies Political Science Urban Studies Thu, 20 Mar 2008 19:53:39 GMT An urgent, beautifully crafted examination of urban sprawl and its impact on the environment, The Unforeseen is a critically-acclaimed, award-winning documentary from director Laura Dunn and executive producers Terrence Malick and Robert Redford. Art Disabilities Health Psychology Tue, 11 Mar 2008 18:50:37 GMT A journey into the world of outsider art, as seen through the works of Judith Scott, an artist with Down Syndrome whose enigmatic sculptures have won her worldwide acclaim. Environmental Studies Economics Latin American Studies Political Science Tue, 11 Mar 2008 18:10:37 GMT What can the construction of a golf course in Mexico teach us about globalization? This disarmingly engaging documentary offers a primer on how 'free market' economics can distort both culture and the environment. Anthropology Asian Studies Children Cultural Studies Labor Studies Tue, 11 Mar 2008 17:50:37 GMT The journey of a young boy, hired to carry a red Coca-Cola fridge across the Himalayan Mountains, is an acute portrait of child labor in the developing world. This unusually beautiful and moving documentary is supported by the Global Fund for Children. American History American Studies Cinema Studies Labor Studies Political Science Tue, 11 Mar 2008 17:00:37 GMT An epic, visual meditation on the progressive history of the United States, from colonial times to the present, as seen through its cemeteries, historical plaques and markers. 2008 National Society of Film Critics Award winner. American Studies Environmental Studies Health Sociology Tue, 11 Mar 2008 15:00:37 GMT A social history of one of our most recognizable national symbols - the residential lawn. Humorous, but thought-provoking, Gimme Green considers the impact of this uniquely American obsession on the environment, our health, and our way of life. American Studies Business Economics Environmental Health Labor Studies Women's Studies Tue, 11 Mar 2008 13:00:37 GMT As small farms continue to disappear at an alarming rate, a growing number of women are venturing into this tradition-bound, male-dominated industry - and revitalizing it from within. Ladies of the Land explores the recent emergence of the woman farmer and her connection to the boom in organic farming. Islamic Studies Middle Eastern Studies Political Science Russia Women's Studies World History Tue, 11 Mar 2008 11:00:37 GMT The tumultuous history of Afghanistan from the perspective of the country's female population, Afghan Women: A History of Struggle chronicles the stories of women who have risked their lives to achieve political, economic, and social equality. African Studies Architecture Children Environmental Studies Islamic Studies Middle Eastern Tue, 11 Mar 2008 09:02:37 GMT When a group of Moroccan street children faced with the choice of emigrating illegally to Europe take part in a treehouse building workshop, they find themselves unexpectedly transformed. This wonderful documentary offers a timely and intimate window into the world of Arab youth. Criminal and Law Europe Health Irish Studies Political Science Women's Studies Mon, 03 Mar 2008 17:03:22 GMT Abortion is illegal in Ireland. Yet every year, more than 8,000 women travel in secret to England to have abortions. They do so despite the risk of life imprisonment and social stigmatization. Like A Ship in the Night follows three such women as they plan their journeys across the sea. Political Science American Studies Education Media Studies New York City Sociology Mon, 03 Mar 2008 17:01:22 GMT The heroic story of the first woman to run for President of Afghanistan. Frontrunner introduces us to Dr. Massouda Jalal, a mother of three children, whose campaign inspired thousands of women across the country to participate in the democratic process. Africa Studies Children Eastern Europe Jewish Studies Russia World History Thu, 13 Dec 2007 09:01:32 GMT From the Academy Award winning director of Anne Frank Remembered, comes the amazing story of Isaac Ochberg, a South African businessman who rescued hundreds of Jewish orphans across Eastern Europe in the brutal aftermath of the Russian revolution. Political Science American Studies Education Media Studies New York City Sociology Thu, 13 Dec 2007 09:01:32 GMT It's hard to run for office - even in high school. Frontrunners follows the recent elections at the ultra-competitive Stuyvesant High School in New York City, and explores how politics works at its most nascent level. American Studies Anthropology Asian Studies Asian-American Studies Cultural Studies Health Media Studies Psychology Sociology Women's Studies Thu, 13 Dec 2007 09:01:32 GMT How are ideals of beauty influenced by race, history, and geopolitics? And how are these ideals reinforced in ethnic communities? With a rich selection of film clips and archival footage, Never Perfect examines the dramatic rise in popularity of cosmetic surgery among Asian-American women. Latino Studies Latin American Studies Political Science Cultural Studies Economics Thu, 13 Dec 2007 09:01:32 GMT With unprecedented access to Cubans on both sides of the Florida Straits, Cuba: A Lifetime of Passion looks at the extant reality of the Cuban Revolution and its uncertain post-Castro future. American Studies Anthropology Cultural Studies Native American Women's Studies Thu, 13 Dec 2007 09:01:32 GMT For most of us, pageants conjure up smiling beauty-queen hopefuls parading around in bathing suits or glittery gowns. But most of us have never witnessed the Miss Navajo Nation competition - a unique pageant established in 1952 to celebrate women and tradition in Navajo culture. American History Latin American Studies Political Science Thu, 13 Dec 2007 09:01:32 GMT More than 40 years after his death, the image of Che Guevara has become one of the most recognizable icons of our age. This captivating documentary explores the mystery surrounding his death and the birth of his legend. Celebrity Narrators Cinema Studies Cultural Studies Eastern Europe Jewish Studies Literature Political Science Russia World History Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:00:00 GMT Narrated by Academy Award winning actor Chris Cooper, Primo Levi's Journey is a picaresque road trip through history. Labor Studies Latin American Studies Political Science Wed, 17 October 2007 12:00:00 GMT In 2006, Evo Morales became the first indigenous president of Bolivia - winning the election with the largest majority in the country's history. Hailed as "outstanding" by the New York Times, Cocalero is a captivating portrait of this controversial figure and his astonishing rise to power. American Studies Biology Political Science Disabilities Health Physical Science Thu, 25 July 2007 12:00:00 GMT Mapping Stem Cell Research: Terra Incognita puts a human face on the stem cell debate by following the work of Dr. Jack Kessler, a renowned expert in the field, as he searches for a cure to spinal cord injury, and the breakthrough that will allow his injured daughter to walk again. Eastern Europe Russia Political Science Media Studies Thu, 16 July 2007 12:00:00 GMT An in-depth look at Ukraine's historic Orange Revolution. Assembled from over 300 hours of original footage and archival materials, featuring penetrating interviews with key players, this documentary chronicles one of the most successful non-violent revolutions in decades. African Studies Cinema Studies Cultural Studies Economics Media Studies Thu, 21 June 2007 12:51:00 GMT After the U.S. and India, the world's third largest producer of feature films is Nigeria. Barely a decade old and already generating over $286 million for the Nigerian economy, Welcome to Nollywood explores this burgeoning industry, from its unique challenges to its diverse array of films that both mirror and comment upon the social ills of the continent. American History American Studies Celebrity Narrators Latino Studies Puerto Rican Studies Latin American Studies Political Science Mon, 11 June 2007 12:51:00 GMT The Borinqueneers is the first major documentary to chronicle the never-before-told story of the Puerto Rican 65th Infantry Regiment, the only all-Hispanic unit in the history of the U.S. Army, from its creation in 1899 through its service in WWI, WWII, and the Korean War. Narrated by Hector Elizondo. Architecture Art History Cultural Studies Eastern Europe Jewish Studies Literature Performing Arts Russia Women's Studies Mon, 11 June 2007 12:51:00 GMT A magical portrait of Russia's revolutionary artistic avant-garde - Mayakovsky, Voloshin, Blok, Malevich, Tatlin - through the life of Sonia Dymshitz-Tolstaya, an impassioned artist whose life reflected the social upheavals of her time. She was one of the few Jewish women who became part of this inner circle. Asian Studies Asian-American Studies Literature Media Studies Political Science Mon, 11 June 2007 12:51:00 GMT Chinese journalist Liu Binyan sought out the truth his entire life and consequently paid a huge price for his honesty. Named one of Time Magazine's Asian Heroes, this film documents his incredible story and struggle to build a freer China. Asian Studies Cultural Studies Media Studies Psychology Religion Sociology Islamic Studies Political Science Terrorism Studies Tue, 08 May 2007 09:51:00 GMT How can one believe that terrorism leads to heaven? Banned by the Indonesian government, this provocative documentary examines the psychology of extremism in a country with the largest Muslim population in the world. Criminal and LawEastern Europe Islamic StudiesMedia Political ScienceRussia Terrorism Studies Tue, 01 May 2007 12:51:00 GMT Begun nearly two years before his death, this arresting documentary offers a meticulous account of the life and death of ex-FSB agent Alexander Litvinenko, and in the process, opens a fascinating window on the current political climate in Russia. Asian StudiesAIDS ChildrenAnthropology HealthPolitical Science Wed, 25 Apr 2007 15:33:00 GMT 2007 Academy Award winner for Best Documentary Short Subject, The Blood of Yingzhou District is a groundbreaking documentary film which exposes the hidden AIDS epidemic in China, a country not commonly associated with the disease. Latin American StudiesPolitical Science Wed, 25 Apr 2007 15:31:00 GMT When the Argentine economy collapsed in 2001, even the comfortably middle-class suddenly found themselves poor and struggling to survive. An Ordinary Family chronicles the experience of one family in Buenos Aires during this crisis. Asian StudiesCultural Studies Middle Eastern StudiesWomen's Studies Wed, 25 Apr 2007 15:30:00 GMT Forget the NHL! Real stories of triumph and determination are being played out on a makeshift ice rink in India. Thin Ice is the inspiring story of a group of young girls who broke gender and religious barriers to compete in the national ice hockey tournament. Asian StudiesAnthropology African StudiesEurope EnvironmentalLabor Studies RussiaCinema Studies Wed, 25 Apr 2007 15:29:00 GMT Is manual labor disappearing in the 21st century or is it just becoming invisible? Michael Glawogger's stunningly photographed Workingman's Death showcases five of the most dangerous and grueling professions in the world, offering a ground-level lesson on globalization, humanity, and the environment.