Documentary Short Movies

A discovery of the pictorial art that Ndebele women traditionally practice in South Africa: painting the walls of their houses.

1924, produced by Frederick Burlingham.

Released in November of 1920. Produced by Burton Holmes.

Behind the scenes of Unforgiven (1992)

This short film from the Perspective series highlights social and economic development in Haiti circa 1957. It depicts customs and traditions used to...

Account of the first French expedition to the Himalayas, which attempted to climb the hidden peak (Gasherbrum I) in 1936, from the preparations for...

Witness the world of two sex workers in Toronto, who share their experiences in the industry and discuss the emotional labour involved in responding...

Travelogue released on the first of December, 1918. Produced by Burton Holmes.

Travelogue released on the 8th of January, 1917. Produced by Burton Holmes.

A daughter struggles to speak with her father about her grandmother, revealing the quiet distances — and shared inheritances — that shape...

The first documentary of Frank Thring’s Cities of the Empire series, this episode is about Melbourne in Victoria. It shows the city’s...

Travelogue released in April of 1921. Written & produced by Burton Holmes.

Joyce Jonathan Crone—Mohawk matriarch, retired teacher, activist, humanitarian—reaches forward into her community of Huntsville, Ontario,...

A vibrant journey through Brixton celebrating the energy, rhythm and culture of life in the district.

Sound and shortened version of 'Im Kampf mit dem Berge', Arnold Fanck's second major mountaineering film, from 1921. The film follows two mountain...

Follow Ruby Chopstix, Canada’s first drag artist-in-residence, as they navigate the complexity of being an underrepresented drag performer...

The famous army scout in an exhibition of rifle shooting. A fine picture of the principal, and beautiful smoke effects.

People in the entertainment industry recognize Darryl Henriques as an immensely talented comedian: one who creates a unique and biting commentary on...