documentary films

Examines the contributions of Alexander Hamilton and James Madison to the creation of the U.S. Constitution, and discusses the role of compromise in drafting the document that forms the basis of the American government.

Explore the ancient healing practice from India known as Ayurveda.

Presents a documentary that captures the recollections and memories of American men and women's wartime experiences, and features soldiers from various wars throughout history, through the twenty-first century. Includes booklet.

Provides a geographic overview of Puerto Rico, looking at life in both rural and urban regions, and discussing the historical heritage, growth, and prosperity of the island.

Plunge miles below the surface of the North Atlantic and immerse yourself in a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. The world's greatest deep-sea scientists and award-winning filmmakers are your guides in a high-risk journey to the resting place of one of the darkest tragedies in history.

Tuesday, September 11, 2001 started as just another beautiful day. At 8:47am, the city would be jolted into its worst nightmare as a chain of tragic events unfolded, changing the lives of New Yorkers and Americans forever. People from 115 different countries died at the World Trade Center. From still and video cameras of 118 people and 16 news agencies, much of it never-before seen, from in and around New York City. The attack on the WTC was the most documented event in history.

A fresh and relevant narrative about the men who led this country through change and the lives they affected, from an early idea of democracy to our first African-American President.

A profile of African-American painter Faith Ringgold's work which depicts the twelve cultures that reside in Crown Heights.

Two friends embark on an experiment to grow a bumper crop of corn on an acre of land in Greene, Iowa. Following the harvest, they investigate what becomes of their crop, only to be enlightened to some unsettling facts concerning the economics of corn and the nutritional aspects of corn products.