Saturday’s Playlist: 5 films about school from a different perspective
School is back in session and summer is a distant memory. To help you through, watch 5 films that look at school from a different perspective.
Documentary
Explore the world of documentary—including biography, history, social and political issues, global cultures, and aboriginal topics.
Saturday’s Playlist: Summer Fiction
Before we bid adieu to summer and welcome fall with open arms, we've got one more week of summer programming for you to enjoy.
NFB Pause: Alanis Obomsawin Back On Stage
Utrecht, Holland, November 12, 2017. Food is piled high on the table of a local bar. Sitting around it, a group of Montrealers pinch themselves, wondering if they’ve really just watched a musical performance by 85-year-old Alanis Obomsawin.
The Masters Series: Wolf Koenig
In this edition of the Masters Series, we look at the work of Wolf Koenig, one of the NFB's pioneers of direct cinema. Enjoy 5 of his films.
Travel into the heart of a forest fire with these 2 docs
As forest fires continue to wreak havoc across British Columbia, we present 2 documentaries that take you to the heart of several of them.
NFB Pause: Back-to-School Films
It's that time of year again - time to leave summer behind and get into back-to-school mode. Here are 5 films to help with the transition.
Science and Technology Throughout History
Watch 5 short films offering historical perspective on science and technology - on everything from evolution to atomic energy, from our galaxy to feats of modern engineering.
What’s right? Watch 5 films that explore the concept of social justice
Social justice is a topic we know well at the NFB. It’s a topic that lends itself well to the documentary form, and as a result has formed the backbone of many a film. Here are 5 of our best.
Unsung Canadian Heroes: The Volunteer
This installment of our Unsung Heroes series brings us the volunteer. Volunteers come in all forms. These films illustrate 5 of them.
Explore the World of Martial Arts
Whether you practice martial arts or simply appreciate its grace, poetry, and discipline, we've put together a list of 5 films that explore the art in its many forms.
All in the Family: 5 Films on Family Dynamics
Family relationships are some of the most complex relationships we'll navigate in our lives. It only makes sense, with so much at stake. Here are 5 films that explore family dynamics.
NFB Pause: Summer Films
Camping in summertime is a Canadian rite of passage. With National Parks all across this great country of ours, it's pretty easy to find the perfect spot. Let these 5 films help you choose.