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From Nicolas Philibert, starring Georges Lopez, Alizé, Axel Thouvenin, Guillaume
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To Be and to Have is a French documentary film released in 2002. The film follows the day-to-day lives of a one-room schoolhouse in rural France, focusing on the teacher Georges Lopez and his students. Lopez is an eccentric and passionate teacher who is devoted to his students, and the film captures the simple beauty of their lives as they learn, play and grow together. Through his interactions with them, the film explores themes of education, love, and the importance of community. The film won the European Film Award for Best Documentary in 2003, and has been praised for its remarkable insight into the lives of its characters.
From Directors:
Peter Lataster,
Petra Lataster-Czisch, starring Kiet Engel, Haya Khleif, Branche Jovanovski, Leanne Yahyaowi
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Miss Kiet’s Children is a 2016 Dutch documentary film directed by Peter Lataster and Petra Lataster-Czisch. The film follows the story of Marijke, an elderly woman from the Netherlands, and her foster children. Marijke opens her home to refugee children and provides them with shelter and a place to call home. The film follows Marijke and her foster children as they try to adjust to life in a new country and cope with the difficulties they face. The film also features interviews with Marijke, her foster children, and other members of her community. Through these interviews, viewers get a glimpse into the lives of these children and the challenges they face, as well as the profound impact Marijke has had on their lives. Ultimately, the film tells an inspiring story of hope and courage in the face of adversity.
From Jeffrey Blitz, starring Angela Arenivar, Ubaldo Arenivar, Jorge Arenivar, Scott McGarraugh
Rated G
Spellbound is a 2002 documentary film directed by Jeffrey Blitz which follows eight teenagers as they prepare to compete in the 1999 National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. The film follows the teens and their families over the course of several months, examining the anxiety and pressure surrounding the event, as well as the teenagers' diverse and unique stories. Through the film, viewers gain insight into the wide range of emotions surrounding the competition, including joy, pride, fear, and disappointment. The film was both a critical and box-office success, earning several awards and nominations, including an Oscar nomination for Best Documentary Feature.
From Directors:
Mark Becker,
Jennifer Grausman, starring
Rated Unrated
Pressure Cooker is a 2008 documentary that follows a group of high school students in the inner city of Philadelphia, as they join their teacher, Wilma Stephenson, in a competition to create a healthier school lunch. The students, from Frankford High School's culinary program, are determined to win the competition, with the support of their teacher, who works tirelessly to provide them with the resources they need to succeed. Through the process, the students gain a greater appreciation for the importance of good nutrition, and learn important lessons about teamwork, communication and leadership. In the end, the team's hard work pays off and their healthy lunch is chosen to be served in the school's cafeteria. Pressure Cooker is an inspiring story of perseverance and determination, and an uplifting tribute to the power of education.
From Davis Guggenheim, starring Charles Adams, Jonathan Alter, Robert Balfanz, Harriet Ball
Rated PG
From Directors:
Neasa Ní Chianáin,
David Rane, starring Dermot Dix, Amanda Leyden, John Leyden
Rated PG-13
From Katie Dellamaggiore, starring Je'Daiah Ballantyne, Michelle Ballantyne, Rochelle Ballantyne, Pamela Ballard
Rated PG
From Andrew Cohn, starring Greg Henson, Shynika Jakes, Melissa Lewis
Rated Unrated
From Claire Simon, starring Alain Bergala, Xanaë Bove, Emmanuel Chaumet, Claire Childeric
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