Kanopy (Firm)
1) Paradise
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
With Andres Alameida, Daniela Rincon, Camila Selser, Beatriz Moreno, Jose Sefami..Childhood sweethearts Carmen and Alfredo live a life of quiet bliss in Satelite, a sleepy suburb outside of Mexico City. When Alfredo is offered a promotion, the lovebirds make the move into the bustling metropolis...It’s a rude awakening for Carmen, who until now has not really worried about the fact that she and Alfredo are both overweight...After overhearing gossip...
2) Open Cage
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
Open Cage takes a subtle and ultimately hopeful look into one of society’s mayor issues: the abandonment to its youth and senior populations...Among those affected when the economy collapses are rebel teenager Flavia and her elderly and grumpy neighbor Martin. Outside the building there is a camp of protesters among whom human values still govern coexistence. However, its members have a serious problem: they need a shower. Flavia, Martin, and their...
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Argentina’s national treasure, Ricardo Darin, is best known for his intense dramatic performances in films such as Nine Queens, The Aura, and the Oscar-winning The Secret in Their Eyes, but his brilliant comic timing in this instant classic helped make Chinese Take-Away the biggest home-grown box office success of 2011 in Argentina. Darin plays Roberto, a gruff, anti-social loner who lords over his tiny hardware shop in Buenos Aires with a meticulous...
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
The first fiction film from El Salvador to be produced since 1969 and the first ever to see a worldwide release, The Crow’s Nest follows Don Cleo, a humble pinata salesman who receives an extortion letter at his doorstep. If he doesn’t pay 500 dollars, a small fortune for him, within 72 hours, he will be killed. Don Cleo quickly decides to gather the money through friends, but the harder he tries to raise the funds, the deeper into trouble he...
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
Every second Sunday of July from the early 1960s until today Cubans and lovers of Cuban music have gathered in New York City for the Recordando el Mamoncillo Festival. Organized by el Club Cubano, "El Mamoncillo" is not just a dance, but an event that has maintained Cuban culture, particularly Afro-Cuban culture, and provided a way for Cuban families to reunite every year. Remembering the Mamoncillo takes views into this joyous event..
Pub. Date
1985.
Language
English
Description
Celebrated classical guitarist Julian Bream features in this series, playing some of the finest pieces in the repertoire of the Spanish guitar, including compositions by Albeniz, Granados, de Falia, Tarrega and Rodrigo. Filmed on location in Spain, the programmes trace the evolution ot the instrument from 1500 to the present day. Against a backdrop of magnificent buildings and beautiful landscapes, its music and history form a rich evocation of the...
Pub. Date
1985.
Language
English
Description
Celebrated classical guitarist Julian Bream features in this series, playing some of the finest pieces in the repertoire of the Spanish guitar, including compositions by Albeniz, Granados, de Falia, Tarrega and Rodrigo. Filmed on location in Spain, the programmes trace the evolution ot the instrument from 1500 to the present day. Against a backdrop of magnificent buildings and beautiful landscapes, its music and history form a rich evocation of the...
10) Rio Breaks
Pub. Date
2010.
Language
English
Description
Set against the volatile and dangerous world of the favelas, RIO BREAKS tells the story of two surf-obsessed friends, 13-year-old Fabio and 12-year-old Naam. The pair live in Rio de Janeiro’s Favela do Pavo, which is controlled by one of the city’s most dangerous drug gangs. However, their attention is focused on the waves of Arpoador Beach and on a coming surfing event that may help them become professionals and escape the world of gangs.
11) Rigoberta Menchu
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
In 1959, a little girl was born into a poor family, in one of the most remote, mountainous areas of Guatemala. One year later, civil war broke out in Guatemala, and her tiny village was soon swept up in a tidal wave of violence. What could one family do to stand up for their rights, in a time of such great change? What could one young woman do, to tell the world what was happening, and to try to stop the suffering? What could the indigenous Maya people...
12) Hummingbird
Pub. Date
2004.
Language
English
Description
In the beautiful coastal city of Recife, Brazil - a world capital for sex tourism - a couple of determined women decided they would try to break the cycle of domestic violence and get kids off the streets. HUMMINGBIRD goes onto the streets and sees the harsh reality these kids face and shows how these programs help break the cycle, using what they call the pedagogy of affection. The film follows the story of Adriana, a girl who left home at the age...
Pub. Date
1985.
Language
English
Description
FIFTH MOVEMENT- Granados and the Poetic Nationalist (Rhapsody). Felipe Pedrell segment-Spanish folk song musicologist.. Granados: Danzas Espanolas, Op. 37 – Andaluza. Granados: Cuentos De La Juventud, Op. 1 – Dedicatoria. Granados: Coleccion De Tonadillas - La Maja De Goya. Granados: Valses Poeticos. Granados: Danzas Espanolas for Piano, Op. 37 - Villanesca, No. 4 in G/G-zdur/sol majeur.
15) Dirty Paradise
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
One last piece of South America belongs to Europe: French Guyana; where the native Wayna Indians live in an almost paradisiacal world. But criminal gold diggers occupy and pollute the land with mercury, through their primitive extraction techniques.
Pub. Date
1985.
Language
English
Description
SECOND MOVEMENT- The Baroque Guitar (Courtly Dances)\n. Sanz: Canarios (on baroque guitar)\n. Sanz: Passacalles (on baroque guitar). Sanz: Galliardas (on baroque guitar)rehearsal on train. Sanz: Galliardas (on baroque guitar). Guerau: Poema Harmonico- Canario (on baroque guitar). Guerau: Poema Harmonico- Mariona (on baroque guitar). Guerau: Poema Harmonico- Villano (on baroque guitar). de Murcia: Prelude y Allegro for guitar (on baroque guitar). Flamenco...
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
Uncover the countless ways in which Central and South American civilizations have influenced the U.S. From language to medicine, from food to manufacturing, develop a strong understanding of these influential and ancient civilizations. Learn about the idea of "Manifest Destiny," discover Puerto Rico's quest for independence and find out how the "Little War" effected Mexico..
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
The fascinating and ancient land of Mexico is detailed in this dynamic program. Explore the rich history of Mexico from ancient civilizations through to modern day. Discover how the Aztec and Maya evolved, gain a better understanding of ancient Mexico and discover why America and Mexico were once at "war"..
Pub. Date
1985.
Language
English
Description
THIRD MOVEMENT- The Classical Period (Rondo). Sor: Sonata in D, Op. 14, Grand Solo - Introduction. Traditional-Vocal lament-unknown female singer.. Sor: Sonata in D, Op. 14, Grand Solo – Allegro. Aguado: Pieces for Guitar, Rondo In A Minor, Op. 2/3. Sor: Variations on a Theme by Mozart, Op.9, 01-Introduction: Andante largo. Sor: Variations on a Theme by Mozart, Op.9, 02-Theme: Andante moderato. Sor: Variations on a Theme by Mozart, Op.9, 03-Variations...
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
What’s it like to live without running water? In Peru’s sprawling capital, Lima, this is the everyday reality for 1.5 million children and adults, forced to pay up to a week’s salary for just one day’s water. And the problem isn’t confined to the capital, across the country, the shortage of water is putting lives in danger and provoking conflict, as it displaces communities and threatens their agricultural livelihoods...Climate change is...