Samuel Goldwyn Films (Firm)
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
By opening ten very different bottles, filmmaker Jason Wise examines the history of wine, including its production, the ageing process, and what makes some better than others. *"For anyone curious about the inner workings of the wine trade and the heritage of outstanding world wineries, Jason Wise's follow-up to his 2012 documentary Somm will help decipher many of these sometimes obscure topics." - Justin Lowe, **Hollywood Reporter*** *"We may never...
42) Barista
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
Every year thousands of baristas compete to see who can make the world's best coffee. They have 15 minutes to make 12 drinks -- to make an impact. It's like the Olympics of the coffee world. BARISTA follows these young, hungry (thirsty?) baristas trying to make their mark... as they try to be the best in the world.. This documentary follows some of the rising stars in the coffee world, as they prepare for the World Barista Championships. While this...
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
Danish
Description
Based on the true story about the three dramatic days in April 1940 when the King of Norway was presented with an unimaginable ultimatum from the German armed forces: Surrender or die. After three days of desperately trying to evade the Germans, King Haakon makes his final decision. He refuses to capitulate, even if it may cost him, his family and many Norwegians their lives.
44) Fresh Dressed
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
A fascinating chronicle of hip-hop, urban fashion, and the hustle that brought oversized pants and graffiti-drenched jackets from Orchard Street to high fashion's catwalks and Middle America shopping malls. Director Sacha Jenkins' music-drenched history draws from a rich mix of archival materials and in-depth interviews with rappers, designers, and other industry insiders.. Featuring Kanye West, Pharrell Williams, Sean "Puffy" Combs, Nas, Pusha T,...
45) Green is Gold
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
A thirteen year old boy is forced to live with his estranged brother after their father is sent to prison. Their relationship is soon tested when the older brother's occupation as a marijuana dealer infringes on his ability not only to raise his brother, but to even take care of himself. However,through constant tribulation, they discover the only way to get through the difficulties of life, is to work together and try to beat the odds.. Audience...
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
FIDDLER: A MIRACLE OF MIRACLES is the first in-depth documentary film that chronicles the story of Fiddler On The Roof, exploring the unexpected richness of its themes as well as its long reach across time and cultures. *"What makes it brilliant is that it demonstrates how universal this distinctly Jewish musical has become, how it has been embraced by many cultures and how it is still influential today." - G. Allen Johnson, **San Francisco Chronicle***...
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
In this follow-up to his film BIGGER FASTER STRONGER, director Chris Bell turns his camera on the abuse of prescription drugs and, ultimately, himself. As Bell learns more about Big Pharma, an industry he had been brought up to trust, he falls down his own hole of addiction.
48) Fugitive Pieces
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
2007.
Language
English
Description
A powerful and unforgettably lyrical film about love, loss and redemption, FUGITIVE PIECES tells the story of Jakob Beer, a man whose life is transformed by his childhood experiences during WWII. The film is based on the beloved and best-selling novel by Canadian poet Anne Michaels.. Jakob's story begins in Poland in 1942, when he is nine years old. Nazi soldiers have murdered his parents and abducted his teenage sister, Bella. Traumatized by this...
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Based on the true story of opera legend Andrea Bocelli, Amos is born with the gift of superb vocal talent, but he is also nearly blind. Driven by great ambition, Amos does not give up despite repeated challenges until he manages to achieve his first great success on stage. From there, he begins a life studded with victories and becomes one of the most celebrated opera singers in the world.
50) The Odyssey
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
This César Award-winning historical drama covers the life of one of history's most famous explorers. Highly influential and a fearlessly ambitious pioneer, innovator, filmmaker, researcher and conservationist, Jacques-Yves Cousteau's aquatic adventure covers roughly thirty years of an inarguably rich in achievements life.. "Sunbeams illuminating tropical fish, sea lions shimmying through a kelp forest -- some of the underwater photography is gorgeous...
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
Lucy, a small-town girl from Ohio, has been shielded from all the bad in the world - including her mother's terminal illness. Aware that something is up, she goes to Cleveland for an ill-fated job interview. She stumbles upon a festival of Oscar-winning Federico Fellini's films and is instantly swept away. The cleverly enigmatic tragicomedy of his work leaves Lucy aching for answers.. In a burst of courage, she leaves home to find the filmmaker and...
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
A film documenting Havana's vibrant community of underground drag racers and their quest to hold Cuba's first official car race since shortly after the 1959 Revolution. HAVANA MOTOR CLUB tackles how Cuba's recent reforms have affected the lives of these racers and their families.. One racer enlists the help of a Cuban American patron in Miami to bring in parts for his modern Porsche. His main competitor is a renowned mechanic who uses ingenuity rather...
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
Against a backdrop of sex, politics, and race, Anita reveals the intimate story of a woman who spoke truth to power. Directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Freida Mock, the film is both a celebration of Anita Hill's legacy and a rare glimpse into her private life with friends and family, many of whom were by her side that fateful day 22 years ago. Anita Hill courageously speaks openly and intimately for the first time about her experiences that...
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
An intimate portrait and a vibrant celebration of one of the most influential women of the twentieth century -- an enduring icon who has had a strong influence on the course of fashion, beauty, publishing and culture.. During Diana Vreeland's fifty year reign as the "Empress of Fashion," she launched Twiggy, advised Jackie Onassis, and established countless trends that have withstood the test of time. She was the fashion editor of Harper's Bazaar...
55) Untitled
Publisher
Screen Media Films
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
Contemporary art gallerist Madeleine falls for Adrian, a brooding new music composer, in this comic satire of modern art. The two struggle to find their own artistic success as the streets of Manhattan bombard them with artists, from Adrian's commercial brother to the one who uses taxidermy and household objects. This intelligent and hilarious film delivers a talented cast and a fresh take on the art world.
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Merging world-class music with intimate conversations in the awe-inspiring Italian countryside, THE JOURNEY is an exploration of the moments that define us, the songs that inspire us, and the relationships that connect us to what matters.
57) Blind Ambition
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
An unlikely team of Zimbabwean refugees turned sommeliers shake up the international wine establishment when they compete in the World Wine Tasting Championships. BLIND AMBITION is an inspiring underdog story for the ages.
58) The Flood
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Hardened immigration officer Wendy (Lena Headey) is offered a high-profile case, judged on her ability to quickly and clinically reject applicants. Through her interrogation, she must uncover whether Haile (Ivanno Jeremiah) has a sinister reason for seeking asylum.
59) Gook
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Language
English
Formats
Description
Eli (Justin Chon) and Daniel (David So) are two Korean American brothers that run their late father's shoe store in a predominantly African American community of Los Angeles. These two brothers strike up an unlikely friendship with 11-year-old African American girl, Kamilla (Simone Baker). As Daniel dreams of becoming a recording artist and Eli struggles to keep the store afloat, racial tensions build to a breaking point in L.A. as the infamous L.A....
60) Bull
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Language
English
Formats
Description
After trashing her neighbor's house in a reckless teen rage, Kris is forced to help her neighbor, Abe Turner an ex-bull rider scraping by on the Texas rodeo circuit. While traveling with Abe, Kris discovers a passion for bull riding. Together, Kris and Abe forge an unexpected connection, helping each other see new possibilities and hope for the future before it's too late. Official Selection at the **Cannes Film Festival** and **SXSW Film Festival**....
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