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Old Dog

October 2017 •English

Retired New Zealand farmer and dog trainer Paul Sorenson passes his knowledge to the next generation of shepherds, and reflects on the sacrifices he's made to pursue his intense passion for dogs.

Twitch's 420% All Natural

April 2012 •English

The concept behind this freeride phenomenon was to capture the true essence of dirt- bike riding in the hills on natural terrain. This cinematic masterpiece showcases the top riders in the world. Enter the mindset of Jeremy Stenberg and his friends in their search for the ultimate freeride destination. Their journey takes them all across California and Arizona to locations: Cameron, Reche Canyon, Beaumont, Ocotillo Wells, Temecula Hills and our new found freeride paradise Morro Bay and Cambria. With over 7 hours of helicopter time, 5 days of tractor operating and hundreds of hours shoveling in the hills this film unloads an arsenal of new jumps never seen before. Please join us on this amazing adventure as Twitch and his crew take FMX to an unprecedented level and prove what is possible between a man and his machine on natural terrain

How Far Is Heaven

August 2012 •English

The Sisters of Compassion have lived in the remote village of Jerusalem / Hiruharama on the Whanganui River in New Zealand for 120 years. Today, only three nuns remain - their legacy on the river is coming to an end. This is a complex world of powerful dualities; Maori & Christian spirituality, parties & prayers, pig hunting and perfume appreciation... Over the course of a year, the film follows the journey of Sister Margaret Mary, the newest Sister to Jerusalem, who is a regular volunteer at the local school. Through an intimate, observational gaze, the film is captivated by the spellbinding personalities of the local kids, whose humour and unique philosophies transcend the harsher realities of life. Throughout all seasons, the Sisters’ daily practice of compassion engages with the traditions of local Maori. Together they must learn to navigate lifeʼs heartbreak and joy.

Lord Howe Island: Pacific Eden

December 2006 •English

A place of biological superlatives with a flora and fauna that have only just begun to be researched: Lord Howe Island, between Australia and New Zealand. This is the first documentary on what may be the most isolated nature reserve on the planet.

MotoGP 2017 Review

December 2017 •English

The most high powered and high profile motorcycle Championship in the world never fails to deliver on the promise of a thrilling season. With Marc Márquez and Andrea Dovizioso in the hunt for the title with just two rounds to go how could it be anything other than exciting? Five winners in a season might not be approaching 2016’s thriller for sheer diversity but it certainly isn’t giving anything away in the drama stakes. The Ducatisti have had a particularly nervy season with Dovizioso becoming the first Ducati rider to lead a championship since Casey Stoner in 2009. Could we see the fairytale ending they so crave (and deserve)? However the result turns out you can be sure the Review will be an absolute stormer, packed with three hours of the very finest highlights, showing all the important moments as the leaders battle for every vital advantage in the title chase.

Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen

January 2019 •English

This film is an intimate portrayal of pioneering filmmaker Merata Mita told through the eyes of her children. Using hours of archive footage, some never before seen, her youngest child and director Hepi Mita discovers the filmmaker he never knew and shares the mother he lost, with the world.

Beyond The Edge

October 2013 •English

A 3D feature film about Sir Edmund Hillary's monumental and historical ascent of Mt. Everest in 1953 - an event that stunned the world and defined a nation.

Trailblazers: The New Zealand Story

January 2017 •English

New Zealand is a place of great natural beauty and resources, of pioneering immigrants from the Maori to the more recent settlers. They’re fierce, hardy, and strong, able to withstand challenges like the massive economic challenge they faced in the mid 1980’s. With their economy unraveling, they made huge, controversial changes, including doing away with farm subsidies and protectionist import controls. At first, it hurt. A lot. But now, the farmers and the fishers, the people and the economy, are prospering. And they wouldn’t go back to subsidies, special interests, or support for manufacturers. Travel to New Zealand with scholar Johan Norberg to meet some amazing Kiwis and see how they blazed a trail to economic prosperity.

New Country - New People

January 1978 •English

A documentary about the history of settler groups that came to New Zealand from Europe.

Transworld Motocross: Why

December 2007 •English

WHY isn't a question; it's a statement: WHY is a glimpse into the soul of motocross through the eyes of some of the most skilled participants in the world. It's a film juxtaposing the riders' intense talents on their bikes with their own unique personalities off. And while the stars of the movie differ from one another in their own special way, they all do what they do for the exact same reason: That unmistakable high that each and every one of us gets while riding.

Evolution of Rallying

January 2002 •English

A labour of love, The Evolution of Rallying took Producer Helmut Deimel 120 days to piece together in the edit suite. He combed through over 500 hours of race footage from the early 1950s up to 2001. Taking in the careers of such greats as Jim Clark, Ari Vatanen, Tony Pond, and Pentti Airikkala this excellent documentary tells the story of how a part-time hobby turned into a multi-million dollar competition contested by major works teams. Packed full of great action footage Evolution captures the true essence and atmosphere of one of the most popular forms of motorsport in the world today.

Monaco, le Grand Prix à tout prix

May 2021 •French

Crusty Demons of Dirt

December 1995 •English

In 1994 filmmakers Jon Freeman and Dana Nicholson had been accumulating footage to showcase a behind the scenes expose of the lifestyle of an American pro motocross rider in action, 145ft plus jumps, 45ft high in the air soaring over sand dunes, mountains, houses, buses and anything else secure and steep enough to hold the weight of bike and rider. The end result was Fleshwound Films and the first video Crusty Demons of Dirt. The launch of this video was to change the face of motocross and create Freestyle Motocross (FMX). For over a decade, they took their dirtbikes around the world in search of unique locations and ultimately experienced the most ridiculous adventures. Exotic locations in nineteen countries : the ruins of Machu Picchu, packed arenas in Australia, the mysterious Easter Island, wild deserts in Africa no matter where we go, nothing is ever left the same.

On Any Sunday

July 1971 •English

Documentary on motorcycle racing featuring stars of the sport, including film star Steve McQueen, a racer in his own right.

Backroom Troubles

January 1997 •English

Women talk about the circumstances that drove them to seek illegal abortions and the often traumatic result. Interwoven with historical photographs and newsreel footage, the stories expose how the reality of women's lives were counterposed to what was socially and morally expected of them.

Toprak Razgatlioglu: The Final Stunt

April 2022 •English

This 45-minute documentary tells the full inside story of the final days of the 2021 WorldSBK season The thirteenth and final round of the 2021 MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship went down as one of the most exceptional and emotional weekends in the series’ 33-year-long history, as the spectacular prodigy Toprak Razgatlioglu faced off against reigning champion Jonathan Rea for the WorldSBK crown. Now, for the first time ever, you can watch the full inside story of what went down in Lombok, Indonesia.

The Age of 27

January 2012 •English

From humble beginnings on the family farm in New South Wales, Australia, Casey Stoner uprooted to the other side of the world and realised his dream of becoming MotoGP™ World Champion. He is a rare breed of racer who has battled against some of the best riders this sport has ever seen and often come out on top. Announcing his retirement at the age of 27, his race number, he leaves the sport at the top of his game.

Crusty Demons of Dirt 2

January 1996 •English

Crusty Demons of Dirt, Vol. 2 features many of the top riders in motocross performing some of their riskiest jumps and tricks. Seth Enslow, Joel Albrecht, Jeff Emig, and Ryan Hughes all ride their favorite bikes in such locales as California, Oregon, Nevada, South Africa, and Namibia. Additional stunts and skits are also performed by Jeff Matiasevich, Brian Deegan, and Mike Metzger. The cameras ar

MotoGP 2007 Review

December 2007 •English

Could Nicky Hayden retain his title? Would Valentino Rossi be at his dominant best — or could a rising star make his mark? Those were the questions on everyone’s lips as the new MotoGP™ season got underway. Re-live every pulsating moment from an unforgettable season as the legendary Rossi faces a new challenger, Aussie Casey Stoner. The official review features highlights from every round of the title battle, captured in both trackside and on-board footage.

The Road To Jerusalem

January 1997 •English

TV documentary film about the life of New Zealand poet James K. Baxter.