Factual Movie Trailers

Portrait of a Great Lady / Queen Elizabeth: The Queen Mother: 90 Glorious Years Trailer (2002)

01 January 2002

The remarkable life of Britain's long-living royal, the Queen Mother, is lovingly remembered in this documentary double feature.

A Narmada Diary Trailer (1995)

01 January 1995

"Narmada Diary" introduces the Narmada Bachao Andolan (the Save the Narmada Movement), which has spearheaded the agitation against the Sardar Sarovar Dam.

Freedom...! Trailer (2001)

01 January 2001

Documentary on the social and environmental struggles of the poor people in India.

Five Wives, Three Secretaries and Me Trailer (1999)

08 October 1999

Filmmaker Teresa Blake's portrait of an 88-year-old man with a trail of Texas Exes: Houston oil man, Hollywood playboy, hotshot lawyer and serial monogamist Tommy Blake on a quirky and intimate journey, a daughter looks beyond myth, money, and society -- and all that hair -- in seeking the truth of her father.

Coca: Die Taube von Tschetschenien Trailer (2005)

01 January 2005

Martha & Ethel Trailer (1994)

23 January 1994

Chronicles the lives of two very different nannies and the families they served for the last 50 years.

Mouth Music Trailer (1981)

01 January 1981

Mouth Music demonstrates the distinctive modes of the human voice, the most influential of all musical instruments, takes on in southern folk music and folk culture.

February One: The Story of the Greensboro Four Trailer (2003)

10 April 2003

On February 1, 1960, four college students changed American history. Ezell Blair, Jr., David Richmond, Franklin McCain and Joseph McNeil began a sit-in at a white only lunch counter in Greensboro.

Terrorism: A World in Shadows Trailer (1997)

01 January 1997

What are the causes of terrorism, and how will it affect the future? This series examines those questions and more by exploring the religious, political and ethnic origins of terrorism, and profiling terrorist ideologies, systems and personalities.

West Indian Girls in Native Dance Trailer (1903)

08 April 1903

Five St. Thomas belles dancing their native dance the "She-She," in a beautiful garden full of tropical plants.

Dreaming By Numbers Trailer (2006)

02 March 2006

In the narrow streets of Naples a lottery parlour has been run by one family for a few generations. Each and every customer has their favourite numbers and theories as to what brings good luck and how to interpret dreams using numbers.

Raging Dove Trailer (2002)

01 January 2002

This documentary profiles an Israeli-born Palestinian who has immigrated to America in search of a boxing career.

Return to the Land of Wonders Trailer (2004)

27 April 2004

Moving between the political sphere and everyday life on the streets of Baghdad, this documentary offers a unique glimpse into the resilience of Iraqis as they struggle to sustain their lives and to fight off a sense of despair and defeat.

Siamo Fatti Così Trailer (2004)

01 January 2004

Documentary about the use of drugs in Italy by Freak Antoni

Combover: The Movie Trailer (2005)

17 November 2005

Hair Today gone tomorrow... this film examines the combover hairstyle. Tim Fenoglio and Chris Marino travel across America on the lookout for people with combovers.

Big Bry's Western Style BBQ Trailer (2006)

01 January 2006

With Big Bry’s BBQ you will learn everything you need to know about western style barbeque. Big Bry is a true cowboy: an ex-professional bull rider, hunter and all American guy.

Liverpool As Seen from the Front of an Electric Car from the Pierhead to the Circus Trailer (1901)

01 January 1901

Filmed from the front of a tram, this is a fine example of the popular early film form known as a 'phantom ride', shot from a moving vehicle to give the audience a virtual journey.

Liverpool Church Parade and Inspection Trailer (1901)

01 January 1901

This film captures both the build-up and the impressive parade itself, involving a brass band and then a lengthy march-past of what must surely have been the entire local police force.

St George's Day Procession in Liverpool Trailer (1901)

23 April 1901

Liverpool was a flourishing, prosperous city in 1901 and this display of English patriotism and civic pride was one of several events in the city captured on film that year.

Trafalgar Day in Liverpool Trailer (1901)

01 January 1901

Nearly a century after Nelson's famous victory, the British were still celebrating his achievements and by extension the British Navy, which had secured the Empire ever since.

Philadelphia Phillies 2008 World Series Collector's Edition Trailer (2008)

09 December 2008

The Philadelphia Phillies 2008 World Series Collector's Edition begins where it should, with the final games in the Phillies' pre-World Series, post-season contest against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

The Impressionists: Monet Trailer (2003)

01 January 2003

It was Claude Monet's Impression: soleil levant which gave the impressionist school its name. Famed for seeing the subtle nuances of color, light and atmosphere in landscape, Monet's great works include Haystacks and Waterlillies.

The Life of Tripoli Trailer (1912)

17 January 1912

Views of the city of Tripoli and its characteristic streets. The film corresponds to the description given by The Bioscope on 11 January 1912.

Life Under the Sea: Crustaceans Trailer (1914)

19 February 1914

A sea creature documentary short by Edoardo Bosio.

Secret Secretaries: The Women of British Security Co-ordination Trailer (2002)

01 January 2002

Don't miss this compelling one-hour documentary about the vital role women played in putting an end to World War II by working for Canadian spymaster William Stephenson -- a.

The Beatles: Turn Left at Greenland Trailer (2008)

01 February 2008

The Beatles take center stage in this comprehensive documentary that spans their career, offering up non-concert footage of the world's most famous rock band in a variety of era-defining moments, including visits to New York, Holland and Australia.

Sam Walton: Bargain Billionaire Trailer (1997)

02 December 1997

Sam Walton started poor as a Depression-era baby in Oklahoma's dust bowl. But he eventually became the richest man in the nation, building his chain of Wal-Mart stores into the world's largest retailer.

Aspects of Kirkwall 4: The Ba Trailer (1980)

01 January 1980

The streets of Kirkwall, Orkney come to a standstill as the "Down the Gates" and the "Up the Gates" battle it out in this traditional Norse ball game.

Test Pilots: Night Flight Trailer (1999)

01 January 1999

Think of how hard it must be to fly an F-16. Now, imagine the feat in almost complete darkness just a few hundred feet above the ground.

Bad Cops Trailer (2000)

01 January 2000

In stark contrast to the law-enforcement heroes highlighted on "C.O.P.S.," the law-breaking police officers featured in this shocking collection of clips don't think twice about unnecessary roughness.

FDR: Years of Crisis Trailer (1994)

01 January 1994

Franklin D. Roosevelt's life and political career are examined in this biography. Using rare historical footage and images, it delves into his early days as he entered politics, his battle with polio, his presidency, up to his death in 1945.

Tribute to Tennessee Pass Trailer (1997)

10 December 1997

Esteemed for its scenic beauty and respected for the difficulty of its terrain, Tennessee Pass has been a magnet, drawing railfans and photographers to Colorado's mountains for years.

Union Pacific's Mighty Turbines Trailer (2001)

10 December 2001

Union Pacific has always been on the cutting edge of locomotive technology. In the 1950s, it became the only railroad ever to place a fleet of gas turbine-electric locomotives into regular mainline service.

Animals in the Wild: Vol. 5: Animals Undercover Trailer (1999)

01 January 1999

Explore the world of animal camouflage with this fascinating program that explains and demonstrates how numerous species use various features to blend into their environment and protect themselves from predators.

24 Hours of Le Mans Review 2005 Trailer (2005)

01 January 2005

Combining thrilling race footage with interviews from the world's top drivers, this fast-paced video is an official review of the action, atmosphere and excitement of the 2005 Le Mans race-car competition, arguably one of the most important races on the planet.

The Road to Emmaus, PA Trailer (2008)

12 October 2008

In the gospel of Luke, the resurrected Jesus is said to appear to two travelers walking from Jerusalem to Emmaus in ancient Israel.

Housefly: An Everyday Monster Trailer (1994)

01 January 1994

With the aid of spectacular macrophotography, this film demonstrates how the common housefly has followed man throughout the ages to become one of the most enduring nuisances of the natural world.

Hurricane Katrina: The Storm That Drowned a City Trailer (2005)

14 December 2005

This arresting installment of "Nova" delivers a minute-by-minute account of Hurricane Katrina's destruction.

The Forgetting: A Portrait of Alzheimer's Trailer (2004)

21 January 2004

Alzheimer's, a devastating disease that is the fourth leading cause of death for the elderly population, is a form of dementia that affects millions of Americans.

Hollywood Rocks 'n' Rolls in the '50s Trailer (1999)

02 February 1999

Journeying through the history of rock 'n' roll as it electrified the Golden Age of Hollywood.

Hood 2 Hood: Down South: Chopped & Screwed Trailer (2005)

01 January 2005

Shockingly violent, this controversial "blockumentary" grants you unprecedented access to the residents of some of the Deep South's toughest neighborhoods.

Axis Armor Trailer (2006)

01 January 2006

Using authentic combat footage from the early stages of World War II, this documentary-style program takes you to Poland, Holland, Belgium, France, North Africa, the Balkans and Russia to experience the heft of the Axis drive against the Allies.

Yellowstone: The World's First National Park Trailer (2001)

01 January 2001

Home to some of the most majestic scenery in the United States, Yellowstone National Park contains nearly 9,000 square miles of forests, geysers and other natural wonders.

Choosing Sides: I Remember Vietnam Trailer (2005)

01 January 2005

Seven Americans with distinctly different Vietnam War experiences tell their stories in this documentary.

Zapping Trailer (1993)

01 January 1993

Analog video by Milan Bukovac which interprets television as a dictator of our perceptual habits.

The Line: Poverty in America Trailer (2014)

19 February 2014

Emmy Award-winning producer Linda Midgett shows us in this groundbreaking documentary a new face of poverty in America.

Yosemite: The World's Most Spectacular Valley Trailer (2001)

27 March 2001

Immortalized by photographer Ansel Adams and championed by naturalist John Muir, Yosemite is one of America's most awe-inspiring and popular national parks.

Ronald Reagan: An American Legend Trailer (2004)

01 January 2004

Barbara Walters and Ted Koppel host an in-depth retrospective of the life and career of the 40th president of the United States.

Ronald Reagan: A Legacy Remembered Trailer (2003)

25 March 2003

The "Great Communicator" -- the 40th U.S. president -- is the subject of this in-depth documentary that draws on the insights of Ronald Reagan's political allies and adversaries alike (Mikhail Gorbachev, George Bush Sr.

Midway of Charleston Exposition (South Carolina) Trailer (1902)

16 April 1902

This picture shows a merry laughing mass of humanity enjoying the sights of the amusement section of the Exposition on President's Day, which so happily terminated in a manner fitting to such a momentous occasion.

Typical Algerian 'Ouled Nails' Muslin Dance Trailer (1904)

27 May 1904

Hand-painted short of a few people dancing.

Central High School, Calisthenics, Missouri Commission Trailer (1904)

16 May 1904

thirty-second clip of young men mounting and dismounting the parallel bars and young women swinging from a ladder.

Boys Sliding Trailer (1902)

18 January 1902

This short film, made by Bamforth of Holmfirth, shows a group of boys sliding in the snow.

Alien Signs: The Message: The Crop Circle Mysteries Trailer (2003)

17 January 2003

Crop circles -- the strange designs found in crops and grasslands -- have been reported and documented for hundreds of years.