The Veil

Shot undercover in Afghanistan during Taliban rule, this hard-hitting documentary investigates how women’s groups fought against fundamentalism under one of the most gender-repressive

This color film reprises the female impersonator Adrian's nightclub act of the same name: "'Salome and the Dance of the Seven Veils' introduced the Club 82's new season to New Yorkers, in 1958. It was an immediate hit, and Adrian stayed on for four years, delighting audiences that came from all parts of the country and the world to see him. One of the reasons for its success was that Adrian, wanting everything to go perfectly, designed and made his own costume. He discovered a new talent, which he continues to use. The wax head of John the Baptist, which he uses in his act, is the same one which Brenda Lewis used in the Metropolitan Opera." - Avery Willard, Female Impersonators, 1971.

The Veil Removed is a short film that reveals the coming together of heaven and earth at Mass, as seen by saints and mystics, revealed by scripture and in the catechism of the Catholic Church.

Whether a veil of the soul, the mind or the body; the layers of the veil in history and the many meanings behind it will be revealed. 'Women are either judged for wearing the hijab or not wearing it' (the hijab refers to the head covering). In 'The Tainted Veil,' the challenges surrounding these ideas are exposed in a debate by diverse guests and extraordinary stories.

A meditative journey through an ancient and desolate land enveloped in an ever darkening mist.

A photographer begins to investigate why someone is leaving him strange Occult-like cards, and why a mysterious masked figure is watching him.

Evelina Grey is the prettiest girl of the small community where she lives. Her sweetheart is Dr. Dexter, and they share a passion for scientific research. While they are both working in the laboratory one day, there is an explosion which renders Evelina unconscious. Concerned that her beauty has been marred, Dexter disappears.

More veils, but balanced against the greater luminosity and clarity of 16mm. The result is, I feel, my most optimistic film, like letting light into my super-8 shadow world. -Peter Herwitz

Bradley is non-binary – but is aware that this identity is not fully recognized by wider society. Bradley has two events approaching: their wedding to long-term partner, Emma, and their ordination as ‘Black Veil’ – the highest level within The Order of Perpetual Indulgence. Will these two events give Bradley the confidence to step out into the world as their authentic version self?

An oppressed woman (Sana Al-Habib) puts her life at risk in order to find her freedom.

A rare glimpse into a Dubai harem and a document of the significant changes in the lives of Arab women during the early 1970s, this is the only film made by Eve Arnold, the world-renowned photojournalist and first woman to work for the elite Magnum Photos.

Fans will discover an all-access look at life on the road as the San Diego, CA quartet embark on their worldwide tour. Pierce The Veil chronicles the extraordinary life of international touring through exclusive interviews, previously unreleased live performance footage, travel experiences, and everything in-between.

In a Naples suspended between magic and superstition, madness and rationality, a mystery envelops the existence of Adriana, overwhelmed by a sudden love and a violent crime.

This compelling portrait offers a fascinating glimpse into the heart and soul of John Tavener, the celebrated composer most widely recognized for his "Song for Athene" performed at Princess Diana's funeral. Candid interviews with Tavener reveal the philosophical and religious inspiration for his music. Also discussed are his early musical influences, his lifestyle in the free-swinging 1960s and his odyssey to viewing his music as a prayer.

This film was created to help educate people about orbs and some of the implications for our world. It contains interviews with nine people who approach the orb phenomenon from very different perspectives including a Stanford physics professor, a psychologist, a theologian, artists and healers. There are hundreds of spectacular orb photos, beautiful historical art and a celetial flute and harp soundtrack.

In a dystopian Paris, a young woman uses virtual reality to connect with her mother, who exists in an alternate dimension. When forced to choose between the virtual world and the real one, which will she choose?

Beyond the mystical city of Timbuktu, Mamatal, the son of a Tuareg chief sets out on a journey across the Sahara to save his culture known as the blue people of the Sahara before they disappear. But when the North African government of Mali collapses, he finds himself and his people caught up in an international crisis,a battle between the Tuareg fighting for independence and Al Qaeda bent on taking over the Sahara to plot future terrorist attacks against the United States and Europe. documentary looks behind the international headlines of the crisis in the Sahara and exposes the government corruption and neglect of an indigenous people who might be the only hope for defeating Islamic radicals in the region.

As the world descends into darkness, one woman shares her experience via a video diary. However as her paranoia grows, it becomes clear normal life will never be the same again.