Documentary DVD & Blu-rays 2007 List

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Arctic Tale G

An epic adventure that explores the vast world of the Great North which follows a walrus, Seela and a polar bear, Nanu, on their journey from birth to adolescence to maturity and parenthood in the frozen Arctic wilderness. Once basking in a perpetual winter wonderland of snow and ice, the walrus and the polar bear are losing their beautiful icebound world as it melts from underneath them.
Keenan Smart, Queen Latifah, Adam Ravetch, Sarah Robertson, John Bard Manulis, Adam Leipzig
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Sicko PG-13

Acclaimed filmmaker Michael Moore sets out to investigate the American healthcare system. Sticking to his tried-and-true one-man approach, Moore sheds light on the complicated medical affairs of individuals and local communities.
Kathleen Glynn, Michael Moore

ShowBusiness: The Road to Broadway

This documentary looks at the process of getting four Broadway musicals--"Avenue Q," "Wicked," "Taboo" and "Caroline, or Change"--off the ground and eventually on to the Tony Awards.
Kristin Chenoweth, Idina Menzel, Dori Berinstein, Richard Hankin, Alan Cumming, Boy George, Jeff Marx
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Rank

Seven days, 45 finalists, one World Champion. Shot on location in Las Vegas, Nevada, "Rank" takes us from the ranch to the arena for the fascinating struggle of the three highest-ranking bull riders competing for the title of PBR World Champion. Contenders Justin McBride, a third generation bull rider; Mike Lee, a 21 year-old born-again Christian; and Adriano Moraes, a two-time PBR World Champion bring the gritty reality of this hazardous sport into focus for the first time. From preparations to ride through severe injuries and finally, victory for one: a gold belt buckle and a check for one million dollars.
John Hyams, John Greenhalgh, Mike Lee, Justin McBride, Adriano Moraes
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The U.S. vs. John Lennon

A compelling and provocative look at John Lennon's transformation from beloved musical artist to anti-war activist to iconic inspiration for peace that also reveals the true story of why and how the U.S. Government tried to silence him.
John Lennon, David Leaf, John Scheinfeld, Yoko Ono

Shut Up and Sing

Award winning documentarian Barbara Kopple (American Dream; Harlan County, U.S.A.) and Cecilia Peck created the movie, centering on the aftermath of Chicks singer Natalie Maines' infamous statement at a 2003 London concert: "Just so you know, we're ashamed the president of the United States is from Texas." The film chronicles the death threats the band received, as well as political attacks, radio and sales boycotts.
Emily Robison, Martie Maguire, Natalie Maines, Simon Renshaw

This Film is Not Yet Rated

A breakthrough investigation into Hollywood's best-kept secret: the MPAA film ratings system and it's profound impact on American culture.
John Waters, Matt Stone, Kimberly Peirce, Kirby Dick, Eddie Schmidt, Kevin Smith, Atom Egoyan

Farce of the Penguins R

The studio described as a "comedic adventure" combining "wildlife photography with an irreverent and decidedly R-rated theme and soundtrack".
Dane Cook, Samuel L. Jackson, Jamie Kennedy, David Permut, Harvey Fierstein, Whoopi Goldberg, Norm MacDonald, John Stamos