Bargi Elo Deshe portrays how an unexpected twist in the nawabi politics of undivided Bengal paved the way for the ruthless 'Bargis' to raid Bengal and mercilessly plunder its immense wealth. The film also attempts to measure the severity of the violence committed during the raids, and the impact it left on the Bengali society.
Bargi Elo Deshe portrays how an unexpected twist in the nawabi politics of undivided Bengal paved the way for the ruthless 'Bargis' to raid Bengal and mercilessly plunder its immense wealth. The film also attempts to measure the severity of the violence committed during the raids, and the impact it left on the Bengali society.
The history of cinematic sound, told by legendary sound designers and visionary filmmakers.
A documentary on the expletive's origin, why it offends some people so deeply, and what can be gained from its use.
Cameramen and women discuss the craft and art of cinematography and of the "DP" (the director of photography), illustrating their points with clips from 100 films, from Birth of a Nation to Do the Right Thing. Themes: the DP tells people where to look; changes in movies (the arrival of sound, color, and wide screens) required creative responses from DPs; and, these artisans constantly invent new equipment and try new things, with wonderful results. The narration takes us through the identifiable studio styles of the 30s, the emergence of noir, the New York look, and the impact of Europeans. Citizen Kane, The Conformist, and Gordon Willis get special attention.
Oliver Stone charts the history of the United States from the Second World War to the present.
Experience the events of September 11, 2001 through the eyes of President Bush and his closest advisors as they personally detail the crucial hours and key decisions from that historic day.
Documentary about the art of film editing. Clips are shown from many groundbreaking films with innovative editing styles.
A visual montage portrait of our contemporary world dominated by globalized technology and violence.
A documentary about the life and films of director John Ford.