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Clear Skies This 1961 film takes on Stalin with its blend of politics and romantic drama. After being a war prisoner in World War II, a Soviet pilot doesn't get a soldier's welcome when he returns to his native land. Instead, everyone turns their backs on the would-be hero, and he turns to alcohol. His only solace lies in the love of his wife, as…    more      Corpus Christi This compelling documentary series from the team behind the critically acclaimed ORIGIN OF CHRISTIANITY examines the historical Jesus, comparing and contrasting him to the figure that has been molded by the Bible and Church over the centuries, and delving into the facts of the Crucifixion, with expert interviews and cutting-edge archeological…    more      D.I.Y. Or Die: How to Survive as an Independent Artist Spanning a whole range of media including music, film, performance art, graphic design and publishing, D.I.Y. OR DIE offers a fascinating insight into a series of characters who have motivated themselves independently of mainstream methodologies. Featured indie heroes include Ian MacKaye (Fugazi), J Mascis (Dinosaur Jr.), Lydia Lunch…    more      Different Cinema Vol. 2 This compilation gathers 10 films screened between 2001 and 2003 at the Different Film Festival in Paris. With pieces chosen from various parts of the world, the collection represents an eclectic mix of new and established filmmaking talent. Provocative and moving in their own way, each of the featured films (which range from three to…    more      Giacometti (1963-2000) The work of Alberto Giacometti can be characterized as existentialist meditations on the human body. His stance against surrealism in favor of figuration was of great importance during a time when surrealism was reigning. After hardships stalled his career, Giacometti began creating disturbingly small statues and reportedly left Geneva…    more      Her Third This moving and often very funny 1971 film from director Egon Günther follows a strong, independent woman (Jutta Hoffman) who follows her own path despite societal conventions. Oscar-nominated powerhouse Armin Mueller-Stahl (SHINE) impresses in one of his earliest roles…    more