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CAMPUS contains over 3000 National Film Board (NFB) films, features and resources in both English and French.
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At the dawn of heavy metal, the sun rose to the beat of Lee Kerslake's drums. This film follows Lee as he attempts to overcome his greatest obstacles. It celebrates his immortal music, but also his courageous confrontation with his own mortality. His tribe of rock icons - from bands like Uriah Heep, Def Leppard, Ozzy Osbourne, KISS, Deep Purple, and Black Sabbath - celebrates him in his final years.
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A New York City-based former professional dancer crossed the street and was hit and run over by a 15-ton New York City Express. As she regains awareness, her first thought is, "Am I ever going to dance again?" Her second thought was " If I survive the night there will be a Victory Dance!"
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Chronicles the singular career of the elusive African American art star David Hammons from Watts rebellion era '60s L.A. to global art world prominence today. Hammons' category-defying practice, rooted in a deep critique of American society and the elite art world, is in the words of one art critic "an invitation to confront the fissures between races."
6) Film hawk
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An intimate look at Bob Hawk, from his early years as a young gay child of a Methodist minister to the man who shepherded the careers of and selflessly championed filmmakers on some of the most influential independent films and filmmakers of our time, in this critically acclaimed feature documentary written and directed by JJ Garvine and Tai Parquet.
7) Ageless love
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It is a true story of unconditional love. Set in the early '60s, the couple lived in Philadelphia. Against all odds, their story depicts unconditional love and how their relationship began?, it was love at first sight for this couple in 1967. One year later while secretly dating, Yale seeks to propose marriage to Nina, but there is one problem?, Yale is 24 straight out of college and Nina is 38 widowed with five children. The drama escalates as Yale...
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The story begins with a young Mithali, portrayed by Taapsee Pannu, growing up in a small town in India and displaying exceptional talent and passion for cricket from a young age. Despite facing societal and cultural barriers, she remains determined to pursue her dreams and break the stereotypes associated with women in sports. It showcases her determination to overcome these obstacles, shatter glass ceilings, and inspire a generation of young women...
10) The blind
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Set in the 1960s South and shot on location in Louisiana, THE BLIND shares never-before-revealed aspects of Phil Robertson's life as he seeks to conquer the shame of his past, addiction, and complicated family dynamics, ultimately finding redemption in an unlikely place. "It was important to us that the film be real," said Willie Robertson, Phil's son. "The transformation of Phil proves that anyone can change and that there is always hope."
11) Spinning gold
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The unbelievably true story of music industry's most colorful and brilliant music producer, Neil Bogart, founder of Casablanca Records. Along with a rag tag team of young music lovers, Neil and Casablanca Records would rewrite history and change the music industry forever, igniting the careers of legendary icons like Donna Summer, Parliament, Gladys Knight and KISS, whose mix of creative insanity shaped our culture and ultimately defined a generation....
12) Hilma
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Exploring Hilma af Klint's enigmatic life, now recognized as one of the Western world's first abstract artists. She defied convention to live a free life as an artist in a time when women could not even vote.
13) 83
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A sports drama movie based on the true events of the Indian cricket team's historic victory at the 1983 Cricket World Cup. The movie follows the journey of the Indian cricket team, led by captain Kapil Dev, as they enter the tournament as underdogs and face several challenges on their way to the final match against the mighty West Indies. The movie showcases the struggles and sacrifices made by the team members, their dedication towards the game,...
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Tony-winning playwright and director James Lapine befriends Rose Styron, the widow of the great American novelist William Styron (Sophie₂s Choice). Rose shares the fascinating story of her complex life as a poet, journalist, human rights activist, life partner to William, and friend of the Kennedys and Clintons.
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One of the country's prem︠inent and prolific serious writers, Joyce Carol Oates is the author of more than 100 novels, including Them, We Were the Mulvaneys and Blonde. In this candid and revealing documentary, she provides insight into her life, creative process, and the events that have shaped her writings, including the 1967 Detroit Riot, the Chappaquiddick incident, and the tragic life of Marilyn Monroe. Featuring readings by Oscarʼ winner...
19) Blackberry
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The story of Mike Lazaridis and Jim Balsillie, the two men that charted the course of the spectacular rise and catastrophic demise of the world�s first smartphone maker. Contains french SDH.
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A critically acclaimed documentary that tells the incredible story of a basketball phenom from Watts, California who many believe was blackballed from the NBA in the'70s and his unlikely and heartbreaking journey that made him a hoops legend. From the playgrounds of Watts, CA in South Central Los Angeles to record-breaking performances in high school and college, Raymond Lewis had been deemed a 'sure bet' for NBA stardom by any who saw him play basketball....
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