Make a Chair From a Tree(1999)

Another Romance of Celluloid: Electrical Power(en)

This short begins at Boulder Dam (now Hoover Dam). The electricity generated here by the Colorado River is sent to Hollywood, where movie studios need it to make movies. After a tour of the MGM studios' power plants, we see short advertisements for upcoming MGM releases.

Att bäras av snö(sv)

Von Köhlern, Harzern und Kienrußbrennern(de)

An insight into the now antiquated craft of pine soot burning, charcoal burning and resin making.

The Bowmakers(en)

This documentary film explores the world of the bow and the extraordinary masters who make them. The bow is the Cinderella of the orchestra—the overworked and overshadowed ally to its more glamorous partners. Few people, even among lovers of classical music, think of the bow as an instrument in its own right, but players of stringed instruments see them differently. To musicians, the bow is as essential to expressing the soul of the music as the violin or cello. The film follows the journey of the “silent servant” of the music world—from the workshops of the virtuosos of the trade, to the birthplace of the bow in France, and to Brazil, home to the imperiled tree from which the world’s finest bows are made.

Tidal Dance(en)

"A short documentary about one of my favorite people."

How to Build an Igloo(en)

This classic short film shows how to make an igloo using only snow and a knife. Two Inuit men in Canada’s Far North choose the site, cut and place snow blocks and create an entrance--a shelter completed in one-and-a-half hours. The commentary explains that the interior warmth and the wind outside cement the snow blocks firmly together. As the short winter day darkens, the two builders move their caribou sleeping robes and extra skins indoors, confident of spending a snug night in the midst of the Arctic cold!

Baseball: The Pete Rose Way(en)

Pete Rose instructs children in the fundamental mechanics of playing baseball.

International Magic Presents The Derren Brown Lecture(en)

International Magic Presents: The Derren Brown Lecture is an 80-minute lecture DVD of close-up mentalism and subsequent discussion of various aspects of Brown's performance. Again, this product is not intended for general consumption but is directed at magicians and mentalists only.

School Vandalism(en)

Explores school vandalism by re-creating a true incident involving four youths. Discusses motives and consequence of vandalism.

Hands On Drumming! Volume 1, Number 4(en)

Using a player's-eye-view camera, Paulo Mattioli teaches hand-drummers djembe techniques, tones, and notation. Players are introduced to two Guinean rhythms: tiriba (a rhythm of welcome) and mindiani (a rhythm for the dance of the virgins).

Day-to-Day Track Maintenance Part II: Switches & Crossings(en)

Continuing the study of the normal tasks performed by a permanent-way gang, this film deals with the maintenance of switches, common crossings and obtuse crossings. These are the fundamental units from which all track layouts, however complicated are built up.

Learn to Ride Like a Pro(en)

Mountain Bike video instruction with Bruce Spicer : Bruce shows you how to ride gnarly singletrack, navigate switchbacks, launch big drops, hurdle obstacles and ride steeps, plus much more!

Koga - A New Wind(en)

Few fighters can claim to have changed the face of their sport. Toshihiko Koga is one. The three-times World and Olympic champion invented his own incredible style of judo. Now, learn from Koga himself as he reveals the secrets to his success!

Beneath Camp Ian(en)

Ian loves camp. 2011 marks his seventh year at William Lawrence Camp in New Hampshire, USA. After many summers as a camper, 2011 was his first year as a full camp counselor. Ian's love and enthusiasm for his summer retreat are unrivaled. How will he adapt to the demands of his new role?

Now You're Talking!(en)

Parents and Kids Talk Straight About Alcohol and Other Drugs. Does your family have trouble talking when it comes to a tough issue like alcohol and other drugs? Are you afraid to say what you really think? Clear communication is key to preventing alcohol and other drug abuse. This innovative program is designed to help your family talk straight about this critical issue. You’ll see real-life situations involving drinking or other drug use. Watch these scenes and see how parents and kids often react when faced with decisions about alcohol or other drugs. Then use the accompanying guide to discuss your feelings about what you’ve just seen. How would you respond in similar situations?

S&M: Sweat and Muscle - The Dominatrix Workout(en)

An hour-long workout with a BDSM theme on a NYC rooftop, taught by a variety of instructors.

Line Dancing For Seniors(en)

Line dancing is fast becoming a popular activity among senior citizens. This presents line dancing from an instructional, yet entertaining perspective. Join Dr. Grant Longley, an expert Line Dance instructor, as he guides a class step-by-step through five dances.

Difficult People: How to Deal With Them(en)

An overview on different difficult personality types and how to deal with them in personal and professional settings.

Forest Gardening with Robert Hart(en)

Hart's Forest Gardening introduces a way of working alongside nature- an approach that results in great productivity with minimal maintenance, and a method for transforming even a small cottage garden into a diverse and inviting habitat for songbirds, butterflies, and other wildlife. Based on the model of a natural woodland, a forest garden incorporates a wide variety of useful plants, including fruit and nut trees, perennial herbs, and vegetables. Robert Hart blends history, philosophy, anthropology, and seasonal gardening wisdom, which together comprise a remarkable testament to the pleasures of "hands-off" as well as hands-on gardening. Practical features include: Design guidelines for creating your own perennial food-producing garden Lists of recommended plants and varieties, An explanation of how plants in different levels or "stories" --from ground covers to full-sized trees--coexist and interact in a healthy and productive landscape.

Cookery Hints AKA Cooking Tips(en)

Little film showing a few tips on how to present food graciously. The famous husband and wife cooking team, Fanny and John Cradock, are showing some of the ways to serve savouries. The presentation of the food is as important as the food itself.