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Virgil Films 2015 Film Roundup: Adventure/Cultural Documentaries

By December 29, 2015September 8th, 2016News, Uncategorized

Every once in a while, there are films that open our eyes to events and situations that we never knew existed. Documentaries, in particular, allow viewers to witness these moments happen right before their eyes. This can often lead to curiosity and an increanse in knowledge depending on the subject presented in the film. Below are films we released that caused one to become culturally educated and also intrigued in the presented subject matter in the film. 

EXPEDITION TO THE END OF THE WORLD

An adventure film for the 21st century, EXPEDITION TO THE END OF THE WORLD takes an irreverent, philosophical look at humanity and our effect on the world around us. On a three-mast schooner packed with artists, scientists and ambitions worthy of Noah or Columbus, a crew sets sail for the end of the world: the rapidly melting massifs of Northeast Greenland. It is an epic journey, with the brave explorers on board encountering polar bear nightmares, Stone Age playgrounds and entirely new species. But in their meetings with these new and unknown parts of the world, the crew is also confronted with the existential questions of life.

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MYSTERIES OF THE UNSEEN WORLD

This Nat Geo science documentary, directed by Louie Schwartzberg, transports audiences to places on this planet that they have never been before, to see things that are beyond their normal vision, yet literally right in front of their eyes. With this understanding comes a new appreciation of the wonder and possibilities of science. 

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PANDAS: THE JOURNEY HOME

Directed by Nicolas Brown and produced by Caroline Hawkins of Oxford Scientific Films, the film follows the center’s pandas at a significant milestone in their history. After decades of its captive breeding program, the center has hit its target number of 300 giant pandas and must now tackle the challenge of reintroducing breeding populations to the wild. Meet all of the pandas at the center as they get ready for their new lives in various parts of the world, and learn about their fascinating habits.

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ALL AMERICAN HIGH REVISITED

This is the ultimate high school documentary. We spend a year with the Class of ’84 — an era of neon fashion, punk posing and Princess Di hairdos. Flash forward three decades to those same students reflecting back at their teen selves with fond, bittersweet memories.

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CYBER SENIORS

A humorous and heartwarming documentary feature, CYBER-SENIORS chronicles the extraordinary journey of a group of senior citizens as they discover the world of the Internet through the guidance of teenage mentors.

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AMERICAN BEAR

Sarah and Greg set out to critically explore American culture, compassion, and fear by relying on the kindness of strangers for a home each night. Traveling through 30 states in 60 days, they spend every day in a new town, learning why people may or may not be willing to open their homes. This film offers many more questions, encouraging the viewer to take their own journey of reflection and discovery.

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TAP WORLD

The award-winning feature-length documentary starring the most cutting-edge tap dancers from across the globe. Brought to you by the Executive Producers of the highly acclaimed short film, TAP HEAT, this documentary follows leaders of the art form who are shaping the community around them. Their personal stories of inspiration, struggle, and triumph are keeping this art form alive and thriving internationally. For the first time, tap dancers of all ages were encouraged to share their individual journey through tap dance to be included in the film.

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UNLEASHED! A DOG DANCING STORY

Unleashed! A Dog Dancing Story follows the journey of an amateur dog dancing troupe and an aspiring theatre director as they attempt to mount the first ever dog dancing and indoor kite flying theatrical performance. nleashed! A Dog Dancing Story is a captivating look into the lives of those who dance with their dogs, not for fame, but simply for the love of it.

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