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![]() 2021 Academy Award Nominee for Best Feature Documentary! When a family becomes concerned about their mother’s wellbeing in a retirement home, they hire 83-year-old Sergio to become a new resident—and a mole inside the home. But his mission soon takes an unexpected turn. ![]() Take a trip inside the art and imagination of M.C. Escher, the world-famous Dutch printmaker and counterculture icons whose mathematically inspired illusions have played with our minds for generations. This joyful and psychedelic portrait gives us the man through excerpts from his writings, narrated by beloved British actor Stephen Fry. ![]() Loved by millions of listeners worldwide for her award-winning and life-affirming WNYC podcast Death, Sex, & Money, Anna Sale discusses her new book—and the difficult subjects most of us are too scared to bring up—with Aminatou Sow, the host of Call Your Girlfriend and writer of the NYT bestseller Big Friendship. Anna Sale and Aminatou Sow on Talking About Hard ThingsLive Thursday May 27, 7:30 PM (EST)
View More ![]() World premiere! In his anticipated follow-up to Hot Docs 2019 Audience Award winner Transformer, Michael Del Monte gives a human face to our growing homelessness and opioid crises through the intimate story of Ray, an ex-sailor lost to the streets of Toronto who dreams of sailing away from it all. ![]() This spirited and thought-provoking documentary illuminates the many layers of towering German-Jewish intellectual Hannah Arendt, whose brilliantly disruptive and perceptive ideas about totalitarianism and oppression are more relevant than ever. Game Changers // Vita Activa: The Spirit of Hannah Arendt
View More ![]() Part documentary, part love letter to concert venues everywhere, this world-premiere doc examines the effects of the pandemic on Toronto’s renowned indie music scene, spotlighting the talented musicians and promoters fighting to keep it alive amid the overwhelming forces of gentrification. No Tickets at the DoorStreaming until July 6
View More ![]() Explore the cultural and political changes that emerged in the wake of WWII, and in the shadow of the Cold War, with Curious Minds favourite, Dr. Peter Harris. ![]() 2021 Academy Award Nominee for Best Feature Documentary! When a family becomes concerned about their mother’s wellbeing in a retirement home, they hire 83-year-old Sergio to become a new resident—and a mole inside the home. But his mission soon takes an unexpected turn. ![]() Dive into the playful, technicolour world of pop surrealist Kenny Scharf and his rise alongside Keith Haring, Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat in the downtown art scene of 1980s New York. ![]() Take a trip inside the art and imagination of M.C. Escher, the world-famous Dutch printmaker and counterculture icons whose mathematically inspired illusions have played with our minds for generations. This joyful and psychedelic portrait gives us the man through excerpts from his writings, narrated by beloved British actor Stephen Fry. ![]() Get a front row seat to sixty years of jazz history at Ronnie’s, the beloved London nightclub that has played host to musical greats including Miles Davis, Oscar Peterson, Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone and more. ![]() The palm-tree-lined paradise known as The Villages, America's largest retirement community located in Florida, promises a permanent vacation from the outside world. But for some residents, the fantasy is not all it’s cracked up to be. ![]() Accompany a trio of charming stray dogs as they search for companionship and adventure through the bustling streets of Turkey. What can their lives teach us about the human condition and how we treat each other? Winner of the Best International Feature at Hot Docs 2020. ![]() A journalistic thriller reminiscent of Spotlight and All The President's Men, this Oscar-shortlisted masterpiece follows a team of Romanian journalists as they uncover staggeringly vast corruption in their country’s health care system. ![]() Craving live theatre? We’re bringing the stage to you with this captivating production of Gounod’s legendary opera performed by Madrid’s Teatro Real. Faust presented by the Teatro Real, MadridPerformance on Screen
View More ![]() Go behind the doors of The Vatican and explore the life, leadership and legacy of Pope Francis as he takes on some of the most pressing issues of the 21st century. ![]() The rapid rise of Artificial Intelligence has dramatically altered how we function as a global society. But who really holds the code? Leading AI pioneers help us decipher a roadmap to our future in in this eye-opening Hot Docs '20 tech-thriller. ![]() Follow the powerful journey of the Enache family—nine kids and their parents—as they are forced to leave life in the Romanian wilderness and adapt to a new reality in the big city. Winner of the World Cinema Documentary Special Jury Award for Cinematography, Sundance Festival 2020. ![]() A must-see for anyone interested in interior design, this compelling portrait traces the rise, fall and resurrection of visionary early 20th century furniture craftsman Gustav Stickley, the father of the American Arts and Crafts movement. ![]() Embark on a profound cinematic journey to the heart of the middle east in this Oscar-shortlisted contemplation on ![]() World premiere! In his anticipated follow-up to Hot Docs 2019 Audience Award winner Transformer, Michael Del Monte gives a human face to our growing homelessness and opioid crises through the intimate story of Ray, an ex-sailor lost to the streets of Toronto who dreams of sailing away from it all. ![]() Deep inside the Balkan forests lies a special kind of tree that can unlock the secret to a miracle of music: a priceless violin as prestigious as an original Stradivarius. The key is to find it. Music on Film: The Quest for Tonewood
View More ![]() On a record-breaking dive to the depths of the Boesmansgat cave in South Africa—the biggest in the world—Dave finds a body that had been forgotten for decades. Along with a crew, he embarks on a historic mission to retrieve it. Little did they know, Dave would not be coming back. ![]() Part documentary, part love letter to concert venues everywhere, this world-premiere doc examines the effects of the pandemic on Toronto’s renowned indie music scene, spotlighting the talented musicians and promoters fighting to keep it alive amid the overwhelming forces of gentrification. No Tickets at the DoorStreaming until July 6
View More ![]() Loved by millions of listeners worldwide for her award-winning and life-affirming WNYC podcast Death, Sex, & Money, Anna Sale discusses her new book—and the difficult subjects most of us are too scared to bring up—with Aminatou Sow, the host of Call Your Girlfriend and writer of the NYT bestseller Big Friendship. Anna Sale and Aminatou Sow on Talking About Hard ThingsLive Thursday May 27, 7:30 PM (EST)
View More ![]() World premiere! In his anticipated follow-up to Hot Docs 2019 Audience Award winner Transformer, Michael Del Monte gives a human face to our growing homelessness and opioid crises through the intimate story of Ray, an ex-sailor lost to the streets of Toronto who dreams of sailing away from it all. ![]() This spirited and thought-provoking documentary illuminates the many layers of towering German-Jewish intellectual Hannah Arendt, whose brilliantly disruptive and perceptive ideas about totalitarianism and oppression are more relevant than ever. Game Changers // Vita Activa: The Spirit of Hannah Arendt
View More ![]() Meet Pussy Riot, the feminist punk collective that’s openly challenging the reign of Russian President Vladimir Putin through the rebellious power of art. Game Changers // Pussy Riot: A Punk Prayer
View More ![]() 30 years after the US-sponsored military coup of September 11, 1973, documentary legend Patricio Guzmán (The Battle of Chile, Nostalgia For The Light) returns to his native Chile to chronicle the life and legacy of the country's revolutionary Socialist leader Salvador Allende. ![]() Explore the role music played in the extraordinary life and political journey of one of the world's most important icons. Featuring stirring performances by Ladysmith Black Mambazo, the Soweto Gospel Choir, Mandela's grandson Bambatha Mandela and more. ![]() Deep inside the Balkan forests lies a special kind of tree that can unlock the secret to a miracle of music: a priceless violin as prestigious as an original Stradivarius. The key is to find it. Music on Film: The Quest for Tonewood
View More ![]() On a record-breaking dive to the depths of the Boesmansgat cave in South Africa—the biggest in the world—Dave finds a body that had been forgotten for decades. Along with a crew, he embarks on a historic mission to retrieve it. Little did they know, Dave would not be coming back. ![]() Part documentary, part love letter to concert venues everywhere, this world-premiere doc examines the effects of the pandemic on Toronto’s renowned indie music scene, spotlighting the talented musicians and promoters fighting to keep it alive amid the overwhelming forces of gentrification. No Tickets at the DoorStreaming until July 6
View More ![]() In his breakthrough feature, acclaimed Canadian director Yung Chang examines the rapidly changing face of China through the stories of those affected by the building of the massive Three Gorges Dam project on the fabled Yangtze River. ![]() Immerse yourself in the musical union of Canadian rock royalty, Raine Maida (Our Lady Peace) and singer-songwriter Chantal Kreviazuk as they open up about the struggles in their relationship, and rediscover love through the power of music. I'm Going To Break Your HeartStreaming from May 18-21
View More ![]() Mick Jagger, Aretha Franklin, Wilson Pickett, Gregg Allman, Bono and more share how the tiny backwater town of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, made them stars in one of the greatest untold American music stories. ![]() In the wake of the blockbuster ascents of the 6ix's own Drake and the Weeknd, step inside the Toronto’s vibrant and hyper-competitive rap scene and meet the up-and-coming musical talents vying for attention on the world stage. ![]() Going beyond the Apple-induced fame of “1234”, this whimsical rock-doc illuminates the creativity and collaborations behind the music of Canadian indie music queen Feist, focusing on the making of her career-defining album, The Reminder. Look What the Light Did NowStreaming until July 6
View More ![]() Follow three female students at Beijing’s famed Shaolin Tagou school, the birthplace of Kung Fu, as they battle immense pressures and rigorous training to become the country’s best fighters. ![]() In this profoundly moving and transformative call for peace and justice, three former “comfort women” break the silence about their sexual slavery during WWII, demanding a formal apology from a reluctant Japanese government. ![]() Filmmaker Kurt Kuenne captures the aftermath of the senseless murder of his childhood best friend, Dr. Andrew Bagby in one of the most simultaneously heartfelt and heart-shattering cases of justice gone awry. Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father
View More ![]() With “sealfies” and social media, a new tech-savvy generation of Inuit is wading into the world of activism, using humour and reason to challenge long-established perceptions of seal hunting and defend their traditional way of life. ![]() When personal artifacts belonging to the survivors of the disastrous Japanese earthquake and tsunami wash ashore in North America, filmmakers John Choi and Nicolina Lanni embark on an epic quest to reunite their owners with vital pieces of their past. Lost & Found Includes Q&A commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Japanese earthquake and tsunami
View More ![]() The bestselling biographer behind Leonardo da Vinci and Steve Jobs joins Anna Maria Tremonti to discuss his latest book, The Code Breaker, a gripping account of how Nobel Prize winner Jennifer Doudna launched a revolution with the invention of CRISPR, the groundbreaking gene editing tool. Walter Isaacson on The Future of GeneticsLive Event Rebroadcast
View More ![]() Join Princeton historian and MSNBC commentator Eddie Glaude for a timely look at the legacy of the late great public thinker James Baldwin—and how his life and work can serve as a powerful guide for our moment of social change. A Living Legacy: MSNBC’s Eddie Glaude on James BaldwinLive Event Rebroadcast
View More ![]() As President Biden enters his first term in office, join The New Yorker's Evan Osnos for a timely look at the man and his moment in history, as outlined in his anticipated new biography, Joe Biden. What's Next for America? The New Yorker's Evan Osnos on Joe BidenLive Event Rebroadcast
View More ![]() In one his of his final films, legendary documentarian Albert Maysles profiles Iris Apfel, the quick-witted, flamboyantly dressed 93-year-old style maven whose soaring free spirit reminds us that dressing, and indeed life, is nothing but an experiment. IrisBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() Go behind the scenes of Blue Note Records, the pioneering label that gave voice to some of the most ground-breaking jazz artists of the 20th and 21st centuries Blue Note Records: Behind the NotesBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() Travel the globe and visit some of the most breathtaking peaks in the world in this awe-inspiring exploration of our human fascination with mountains, scored by the renowned Australian Chamber Orchestra and narrated by Willem Dafoe. MountainBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() Through rare archives and an intimate television interview, peel away the complexities of the historic, yet turbulent, premiership of Golda Meir, the first and only woman to ever rule Israel. GoldaBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() What kind of house does a man who has been kept in a six-foot-by-nine-foot cell for over 30 years dream of? This award-winning doc captures the remarkable creative journey and friendship of wrongly imprisoned former Black Panther Herman Wallace and artist Jackie Sumell while examining the injustice of prolonged solitary confinement. Herman's HouseBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() A dazzling cast of vintage burlesque dancers share candid and sometimes outrageous stories about their lives on stage and off in the heyday of the art, as they prepare for a rare performance for the Legends of Burlesque Hall of Fame weekend. League of Exotique DancersBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() Acclaimed Toronto filmmaker Charles Officer explores the legacy of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s The Little Prince. By weaving together the author's extraordinary life story with fascinating discussions on the book, Officer gets at the heart of what has made this best-selling classic so special. Invisible Essence: The Litttle PrinceBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() This affirming doc examines the lives of seven unique New Yorkers whose eclectic personal style and vital spirit have guided their approach to aging. Advanced StyleBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() Legendary chanteuse and out lesbian Chavela Vargas revolutionized music in Mexico and challenged the stereotypical macho and hetero cultural norms of the times. Chavela beautifully captures her fearless life, powerful music and passionate love affairs, including her romance with Frida Kahlo. ChavelaBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() Explore the cultural and political changes that emerged in the wake of WWII, and in the shadow of the Cold War, with Curious Minds favourite, Dr. Peter Harris. ![]() On the 250th anniversary of Beethoven’s birth, explore the life, times and music of the legendary composer. ![]() Meet the rebellious spirits and renegade thinkers who have shaped the City of Light throughout history. Rebel Paris: Creative Explosions & Revolutionary Dreamers
View More ![]() A fascinating journey through the history and art that flourished in the South Asian kingdoms from the16th to 18th centuries. ![]() From the aromatic kitchens of Julia Child to the mid-century modernist rooms of Frank Lloyd Wright, this series from architectural expert John Ota uses the houses of some of history’s most celebrated figures to explore the meaning of home. Private Homes, Public Lives: Houses of Cultural Icons
View More ![]() A source of wonder and delight, the city street has evolved into one of our most impactful human creations. From Paris to Tokyo to Marrakech, discover the history, philosophy and design behind some of the most culturally vibrant pathways in the world with renowned writer and travel journalist Lisa Pasold. ![]() If you are what you eat, then what is Toronto? From the mouth-watering specialties of immigrant neighbourhoods to the classic dishes served up at historic markets and restaurants, explore how Canada’s largest city became a global culinary capital with food historian and Curious Minds favourite, Dr. Laura Carlson. Eat This City: An Edible History of Toronto
View More ![]() Join Olivier Award-winning and Tony Award-nominated producer of Come From Away Michael Rubinoff for an insider’s guide to the biggest Broadway shows in history, from West Side Story and Fiddler on the Roof to Dream Girls and Les Mis. The Magic of Musicals: Broadway’s Biggest Hits
View More ![]() Explore the influential work of The Old Masters: Titian, Caravaggio, Rubens, Rembrandt, Velázquez and Goya, and its lasting impact on generations of artists and art lovers, with acclaimed art lecturer Barbara Isherwood. ![]() Dr. Peter Harris returns to guide us through the social and artistic innovations that shaped Europe’s cultural hotbeds at the turn of the 20th century. The Age of Innovation: La Belle Époque & The End of Empires
View More ![]() From Vikings to Hygge to the Nobel Prize, find out what makes the Nordic nations so unique in this exciting survey of Scandinavian history and culture. ![]() This spirited and thought-provoking documentary illuminates the many layers of towering German-Jewish intellectual Hannah Arendt, whose brilliantly disruptive and perceptive ideas about totalitarianism and oppression are more relevant than ever. Game Changers // Vita Activa: The Spirit of Hannah Arendt
View More ![]() Meet Pussy Riot, the feminist punk collective that’s openly challenging the reign of Russian President Vladimir Putin through the rebellious power of art. Game Changers // Pussy Riot: A Punk Prayer
View More ![]() 30 years after the US-sponsored military coup of September 11, 1973, documentary legend Patricio Guzmán (The Battle of Chile, Nostalgia For The Light) returns to his native Chile to chronicle the life and legacy of the country's revolutionary Socialist leader Salvador Allende. ![]() Explore the role music played in the extraordinary life and political journey of one of the world's most important icons. Featuring stirring performances by Ladysmith Black Mambazo, the Soweto Gospel Choir, Mandela's grandson Bambatha Mandela and more. ![]() Part documentary, part love letter to concert venues everywhere, this world-premiere doc examines the effects of the pandemic on Toronto’s renowned indie music scene, spotlighting the talented musicians and promoters fighting to keep it alive amid the overwhelming forces of gentrification. No Tickets at the DoorStreaming until July 6
View More ![]() Immerse yourself in the musical union of Canadian rock royalty, Raine Maida (Our Lady Peace) and singer-songwriter Chantal Kreviazuk as they open up about the struggles in their relationship, and rediscover love through the power of music. I'm Going To Break Your HeartStreaming from May 18-21
View More ![]() In the wake of the blockbuster ascents of the 6ix's own Drake and the Weeknd, step inside the Toronto’s vibrant and hyper-competitive rap scene and meet the up-and-coming musical talents vying for attention on the world stage. ![]() Going beyond the Apple-induced fame of “1234”, this whimsical rock-doc illuminates the creativity and collaborations behind the music of Canadian indie music queen Feist, focusing on the making of her career-defining album, The Reminder. Look What the Light Did NowStreaming until July 6
View More ![]() Loved by millions of listeners worldwide for her award-winning and life-affirming WNYC podcast Death, Sex, & Money, Anna Sale discusses her new book—and the difficult subjects most of us are too scared to bring up—with Aminatou Sow, the host of Call Your Girlfriend and writer of the NYT bestseller Big Friendship. Anna Sale and Aminatou Sow on Talking About Hard ThingsLive Thursday May 27, 7:30 PM (EST)
View More ![]() The bestselling biographer behind Leonardo da Vinci and Steve Jobs joins Anna Maria Tremonti to discuss his latest book, The Code Breaker, a gripping account of how Nobel Prize winner Jennifer Doudna launched a revolution with the invention of CRISPR, the groundbreaking gene editing tool. Walter Isaacson on The Future of GeneticsLive Event Rebroadcast
View More ![]() Join Princeton historian and MSNBC commentator Eddie Glaude for a timely look at the legacy of the late great public thinker James Baldwin—and how his life and work can serve as a powerful guide for our moment of social change. A Living Legacy: MSNBC’s Eddie Glaude on James BaldwinLive Event Rebroadcast
View More ![]() As President Biden enters his first term in office, join The New Yorker's Evan Osnos for a timely look at the man and his moment in history, as outlined in his anticipated new biography, Joe Biden. What's Next for America? The New Yorker's Evan Osnos on Joe BidenLive Event Rebroadcast
View More ![]() In his breakthrough feature, acclaimed Canadian director Yung Chang examines the rapidly changing face of China through the stories of those affected by the building of the massive Three Gorges Dam project on the fabled Yangtze River. ![]() Mick Jagger, Aretha Franklin, Wilson Pickett, Gregg Allman, Bono and more share how the tiny backwater town of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, made them stars in one of the greatest untold American music stories. ![]() Follow three female students at Beijing’s famed Shaolin Tagou school, the birthplace of Kung Fu, as they battle immense pressures and rigorous training to become the country’s best fighters. ![]() In this profoundly moving and transformative call for peace and justice, three former “comfort women” break the silence about their sexual slavery during WWII, demanding a formal apology from a reluctant Japanese government. ![]() Filmmaker Kurt Kuenne captures the aftermath of the senseless murder of his childhood best friend, Dr. Andrew Bagby in one of the most simultaneously heartfelt and heart-shattering cases of justice gone awry. Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father
View More ![]() With “sealfies” and social media, a new tech-savvy generation of Inuit is wading into the world of activism, using humour and reason to challenge long-established perceptions of seal hunting and defend their traditional way of life. ![]() In one his of his final films, legendary documentarian Albert Maysles profiles Iris Apfel, the quick-witted, flamboyantly dressed 93-year-old style maven whose soaring free spirit reminds us that dressing, and indeed life, is nothing but an experiment. IrisBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() Go behind the scenes of Blue Note Records, the pioneering label that gave voice to some of the most ground-breaking jazz artists of the 20th and 21st centuries Blue Note Records: Behind the NotesBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() Travel the globe and visit some of the most breathtaking peaks in the world in this awe-inspiring exploration of our human fascination with mountains, scored by the renowned Australian Chamber Orchestra and narrated by Willem Dafoe. MountainBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() Through rare archives and an intimate television interview, peel away the complexities of the historic, yet turbulent, premiership of Golda Meir, the first and only woman to ever rule Israel. GoldaBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() What kind of house does a man who has been kept in a six-foot-by-nine-foot cell for over 30 years dream of? This award-winning doc captures the remarkable creative journey and friendship of wrongly imprisoned former Black Panther Herman Wallace and artist Jackie Sumell while examining the injustice of prolonged solitary confinement. Herman's HouseBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() A dazzling cast of vintage burlesque dancers share candid and sometimes outrageous stories about their lives on stage and off in the heyday of the art, as they prepare for a rare performance for the Legends of Burlesque Hall of Fame weekend. League of Exotique DancersBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() Acclaimed Toronto filmmaker Charles Officer explores the legacy of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s The Little Prince. By weaving together the author's extraordinary life story with fascinating discussions on the book, Officer gets at the heart of what has made this best-selling classic so special. Invisible Essence: The Litttle PrinceBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() This affirming doc examines the lives of seven unique New Yorkers whose eclectic personal style and vital spirit have guided their approach to aging. Advanced StyleBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() Legendary chanteuse and out lesbian Chavela Vargas revolutionized music in Mexico and challenged the stereotypical macho and hetero cultural norms of the times. Chavela beautifully captures her fearless life, powerful music and passionate love affairs, including her romance with Frida Kahlo. ChavelaBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() The palm-tree-lined paradise known as The Villages, America's largest retirement community located in Florida, promises a permanent vacation from the outside world. But for some residents, the fantasy is not all it’s cracked up to be. ![]() Accompany a trio of charming stray dogs as they search for companionship and adventure through the bustling streets of Turkey. What can their lives teach us about the human condition and how we treat each other? Winner of the Best International Feature at Hot Docs 2020. ![]() Follow the powerful journey of the Enache family—nine kids and their parents—as they are forced to leave life in the Romanian wilderness and adapt to a new reality in the big city. Winner of the World Cinema Documentary Special Jury Award for Cinematography, Sundance Festival 2020. ![]() Embark on a profound cinematic journey to the heart of the middle east in this Oscar-shortlisted contemplation on ![]() Deep inside the Balkan forests lies a special kind of tree that can unlock the secret to a miracle of music: a priceless violin as prestigious as an original Stradivarius. The key is to find it. Music on Film: The Quest for Tonewood
View More ![]() In his breakthrough feature, acclaimed Canadian director Yung Chang examines the rapidly changing face of China through the stories of those affected by the building of the massive Three Gorges Dam project on the fabled Yangtze River. ![]() Meet the rebellious spirits and renegade thinkers who have shaped the City of Light throughout history. Rebel Paris: Creative Explosions & Revolutionary Dreamers
View More ![]() A fascinating journey through the history and art that flourished in the South Asian kingdoms from the16th to 18th centuries. ![]() A source of wonder and delight, the city street has evolved into one of our most impactful human creations. From Paris to Tokyo to Marrakech, discover the history, philosophy and design behind some of the most culturally vibrant pathways in the world with renowned writer and travel journalist Lisa Pasold. ![]() From Vikings to Hygge to the Nobel Prize, find out what makes the Nordic nations so unique in this exciting survey of Scandinavian history and culture. ![]() Travel the globe and visit some of the most breathtaking peaks in the world in this awe-inspiring exploration of our human fascination with mountains, scored by the renowned Australian Chamber Orchestra and narrated by Willem Dafoe. MountainBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() World premiere! In his anticipated follow-up to Hot Docs 2019 Audience Award winner Transformer, Michael Del Monte gives a human face to our growing homelessness and opioid crises through the intimate story of Ray, an ex-sailor lost to the streets of Toronto who dreams of sailing away from it all. ![]() In his breakthrough feature, acclaimed Canadian director Yung Chang examines the rapidly changing face of China through the stories of those affected by the building of the massive Three Gorges Dam project on the fabled Yangtze River. ![]() In this profoundly moving and transformative call for peace and justice, three former “comfort women” break the silence about their sexual slavery during WWII, demanding a formal apology from a reluctant Japanese government. ![]() With “sealfies” and social media, a new tech-savvy generation of Inuit is wading into the world of activism, using humour and reason to challenge long-established perceptions of seal hunting and defend their traditional way of life. ![]() When personal artifacts belonging to the survivors of the disastrous Japanese earthquake and tsunami wash ashore in North America, filmmakers John Choi and Nicolina Lanni embark on an epic quest to reunite their owners with vital pieces of their past. Lost & Found Includes Q&A commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Japanese earthquake and tsunami
View More ![]() A dazzling cast of vintage burlesque dancers share candid and sometimes outrageous stories about their lives on stage and off in the heyday of the art, as they prepare for a rare performance for the Legends of Burlesque Hall of Fame weekend. League of Exotique DancersBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() Acclaimed Toronto filmmaker Charles Officer explores the legacy of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s The Little Prince. By weaving together the author's extraordinary life story with fascinating discussions on the book, Officer gets at the heart of what has made this best-selling classic so special. Invisible Essence: The Litttle PrinceBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() Get a front row seat to sixty years of jazz history at Ronnie’s, the beloved London nightclub that has played host to musical greats including Miles Davis, Oscar Peterson, Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone and more. ![]() Craving live theatre? We’re bringing the stage to you with this captivating production of Gounod’s legendary opera performed by Madrid’s Teatro Real. Faust presented by the Teatro Real, MadridPerformance on Screen
View More ![]() Explore the role music played in the extraordinary life and political journey of one of the world's most important icons. Featuring stirring performances by Ladysmith Black Mambazo, the Soweto Gospel Choir, Mandela's grandson Bambatha Mandela and more. ![]() Deep inside the Balkan forests lies a special kind of tree that can unlock the secret to a miracle of music: a priceless violin as prestigious as an original Stradivarius. The key is to find it. Music on Film: The Quest for Tonewood
View More ![]() Mick Jagger, Aretha Franklin, Wilson Pickett, Gregg Allman, Bono and more share how the tiny backwater town of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, made them stars in one of the greatest untold American music stories. ![]() Go behind the scenes of Blue Note Records, the pioneering label that gave voice to some of the most ground-breaking jazz artists of the 20th and 21st centuries Blue Note Records: Behind the NotesBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() Join Olivier Award-winning and Tony Award-nominated producer of Come From Away Michael Rubinoff for an insider’s guide to the biggest Broadway shows in history, from West Side Story and Fiddler on the Roof to Dream Girls and Les Mis. The Magic of Musicals: Broadway’s Biggest Hits
View More ![]() Legendary chanteuse and out lesbian Chavela Vargas revolutionized music in Mexico and challenged the stereotypical macho and hetero cultural norms of the times. Chavela beautifully captures her fearless life, powerful music and passionate love affairs, including her romance with Frida Kahlo. ChavelaBest of Hot Docs Cinema Collection
View More ![]() Get a front row seat to sixty years of jazz history at Ronnie’s, the beloved London nightclub that has played host to musical greats including Miles Davis, Oscar Peterson, Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone and more. ![]() Accompany a trio of charming stray dogs as they search for companionship and adventure through the bustling streets of Turkey. What can their lives teach us about the human condition and how we treat each other? Winner of the Best International Feature at Hot Docs 2020. ![]() Craving live theatre? We’re bringing the stage to you with this captivating production of Gounod’s legendary opera performed by Madrid’s Teatro Real. Faust presented by the Teatro Real, MadridPerformance on Screen
View More ![]() Go behind the doors of The Vatican and explore the life, leadership and legacy of Pope Francis as he takes on some of the most pressing issues of the 21st century. ![]() Follow the powerful journey of the Enache family—nine kids and their parents—as they are forced to leave life in the Romanian wilderness and adapt to a new reality in the big city. Winner of the World Cinema Documentary Special Jury Award for Cinematography, Sundance Festival 2020. ![]() A must-see for anyone interested in interior design, this compelling portrait traces the rise, fall and resurrection of visionary early 20th century furniture craftsman Gustav Stickley, the father of the American Arts and Crafts movement.
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