A program on the relationship between the filmmaking couple Larisa Sheptiko and Elim Klimov.
Social & External
The people behind it
Larisa Shepitko
archive footage
Elem Klimov
German Klimov
self
Anton Klimov
Natalya Ryazantseva
Alexandr Rastorguev
Narrator (voice)
Oksana Timanovskaya
The winter pond sleeps, life beneath the surface has ceased. The rays of the frosty sun penetrate the ice crust, and fishermen release oxygen into the depths of the water through holes in the ice. Commissioned by the Ministry of Agriculture, this photograph reveals the beauty and richness of Czech ponds, and depicts the life of carp, from spawning and hatching, to harvesting.
Unsatisfied with college, a filmmaker leaves everything behind to join two friends on their bike trip across the world.
A poetic documentary tracing a soul caught in a time loop between past and present selves. Through surreal metaphors and dance, it explores the emotional aftermath of war, migration, and identity across a two-year inner journey.
A program made for Kultura on the life and career of Larisa Shepitko.
The film attempts a philosophical understanding of some chapters of the Gospel and raises questions about the surmountability of the exoteric barrier.
Documentary on the recording of the Album Una vez iniciado el fuego by Sakatumba
Historic look at the Columbia River and its development. This film contains rare footage of Grand Coulee Dam construction, Indian fishing at Celilo Falls and the 1948 Vanport flood.
The lack of clean drinking water in Karakalpakya from the view of the well builders. A well made on request yields spoiled unpotable water. A good well with potable water is then ruined by a bulldozer.
The community cinema and film society movement is full of hundreds of stories, Rebels with Projectors, the new Cinema For All produced documentary, highlights just some of those stories. From groups in London, Manchester, and Sheffield, this documentary explores the roots and work of this incredible movement over the last hundred years.
River flowing through Prague, Czechoslovakia. Shots of the city. Bridges, buildings, street scenes, religious buildings, cars driving the streets. Cathedral. Top shot of details of towers and turrets. Stone devils, cockerels and gargoyles. Views of the city from the cathedral. Courtyards, gardens, statues, archways, stone staircases, colonnades. Holy man walks through a courtyard. View of the river and its bridges.
The inhabitants of a lobstering village in Maine all have one thing on their minds: their impending deaths.
"The Rustic Poet" follows Isaias Riquelme, an 89-year-old poet from the Araucanía region, Chile, in a journey through his life story, highs and lows, and how it has been linked to poetry through the years.
Antti, a musher from Northern Finland, won't give up his way of life despite being advised contrarily. In the dogsled world there is no going back after hopping on the sledge. "Polar Night Light" is a short documentary of love for sled dogs. The film follows Antti during the polar night while his freedom to be himself is being compromised.
LIONESS A story of hope and survival in one of the world's most notorious slums, where one out of four girls is raped every year. This short documentary film personalizes the global crisis of gender violence and depicts self-defense as a sensible solution.
A short travelling documentary exploring Ibarbo Park, a family recreation and educational destination in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Home to nearly a hundred varieties of birds, a mini zoo, animal-feeding experiences, and colorful fantasy-themed photo spots, the park offers a vibrant world where recreation and education come together. Created by a group of 11th-grade Film Production students from BOPKRI 1 Vocational High School Yogyakarta, the documentary captures Ibarbo Park during a particular moment in its development—when its now-open Kota Kartun (Cartoon City) area was still being promoted as “coming soon.” Following Neta as the cheerful host as she guides the audience through the largest souvenir center and aviary in Yogyakarta. Completed on November 1, 2024, this unreleased short documentary remains a snapshot of Ibarbo Park as it was during production, preserving a small piece of the attraction’s history before its continued transformation.
WHY WE JUGGLE is a portrait of six artists from all over the world and their motivations for juggling. Through juggling, individual worldwide conflicts are being told. For the protagonists, playing with gravity is a counterpart to their harsh realities and a way to escape them for a few moments.
This documentary follows two long-lost Ukrainian friends, Arsalan and Nastya, as they reconnect in Germany after russia's full-scale invasion against Ukraine. Arsalan, an actor now in Frankfurt after time in a refugee camp, and Nastya, journalist and producer who stayed in Kyiv, reflect on the divergent paths their lives have taken due to the war. Through their conversations and therapy sessions, the film explores themes of displacement, identity, and the emotional impact of war on youth.
A short anecdotal documentary about the nature of destruction, a debilitating deadlock of humanity.
The climbers Jean Jacques and André Lambert, accompanied by the photographer Jean Lozeron, climb the great ridge of Salève, in Haute-Savoie. They ascend by the crack of the yellow ridge and reach the summit of Salève. The descent becomes a bit difficult because of the snow and the cold.
A group of British children aged 7 from widely ranging backgrounds are interviewed about a range of subjects. The filmmakers plan to re-interview them at 7 year intervals to track how their lives and attitudes change as they age.
Daniel Craig candidly reflects on his 15 year adventure as James Bond. Including never-before-seen archival footage from Casino Royale to the upcoming 25th film No Time To Die, Craig shares his personal memories in conversation with 007 producers, Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli.
In an intimate and joyful story of love in the face of loss, celebrated poets Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley find strength—and unexpected hilarity—in what might be their final year together.
A feature length documentary about the all-women team at the helm of Pixar's original feature, Turning Red. With unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to Director Domee Shi and her core leadership crew, this story shines a light on the powerful professional and personal journeys that brought this incredibly comical, utterly relatable, and deeply heartfelt story to the screen.
A look behind the lens of Christopher Nolan's space epic.
After years in the limelight, Selena Gomez achieves unimaginable stardom. But just as she reaches a new peak, an unexpected turn pulls her into darkness. This uniquely raw and intimate documentary spans her six-year journey into a new light.
Giving fans unprecedented access to the real life of the music sensation, Katy Perry: Part of Me exposes the hard work, dedication and phenomenal talent of a girl who remained true to herself and her vision in order to achieve her dreams. Featuring rare behind-the-scenes interviews, personal moments between Katy and her friends, and all-access footage of rehearsals, choreography, Katy’s signature style and more, Katy Perry: Part of Me reveals the singer’s unwavering belief that if you can be yourself, then you can be anything.
Journey into the extraordinary world of "The Witcher" — from casting the roles to Jaskier's catchy song — in this behind-the-scenes look at the series.
This special explores the return of Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker to the screen, as well as Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen to their classic roles. Director Deborah Chow leads the cast and crew as they create new heroes and villains that live alongside new incarnations of beloved Star Wars characters, and an epic story that dramatically bridges the saga films.
A primetime special with performances from the superstar including Adele’s first new material in six years plus her chart-topping hits. The special will also feature an exclusive interview with Adele by Oprah Winfrey from her rose garden, in Adele’s first televised wide-ranging conversation.
Rising musician Jeff Buckley had only released one album when he died suddenly in 1997. Now, never-before-seen footage, exclusive voice messages, and accounts from those closest to him offer a portrait of the captivating singer.
Christopher Wallace, AKA The Notorious B.I.G., remains one of Hip-Hop’s icons, renowned for his distinctive flow and autobiographical lyrics. This documentary celebrates his life via rare behind-the-scenes footage and the testimonies of his closest friends and family.
In 1997, Louis Theroux made a documentary about the world of male porn performers in Los Angeles. 15 years later, he returns to find a business struggling with the deluge of free porn on the internet. Louis revisits some of the original programme's contributors as well as meeting the latest crop of porn performers dreaming of porn stardom.
Captured during Billie Eilish's sold-out world tour, a concert experience from one of the most celebrated and successful artists of her generation, presented in immersive 3D.
A documentary about the making of season five of the acclaimed AMC series Breaking Bad.
From a prolific career in film and television, Anton Yelchin left an indelible legacy as an actor. Through his journals and other writings, his photography, the original music he wrote, and interviews with his family, friends, and colleagues, this film looks not just at Anton's impressive career, but at a broader portrait of the man.
A string of threatening emails escalates into a revenge plot involving a newly married US marshal and his ex-girlfriend.
Those who knew iconic funnyman John Candy best share his story, in their own words, through never-before-seen archival footage, imagery, and interviews.
The incomparable Bruce Springsteen performs his critically acclaimed latest album and muses on life, rock, and the American dream, in this intimate and personal concert film co-directed by Thom Zimny and Springsteen himself.
A backstage and on-stage look at Justin Bieber during his rise to super stardom.
