Jack Johnson's first break into the public music arena was when his composition 'Rodeo Clowns' was chosen to be G-ILove and Special Sauce's first single off their 1999 album 'Philadelphonic'. He had long been a huge figure in the surfing world, having been born and raised in Hawaii. He fast became a renowned surfer and scored a pro contract with Quiksilver before he had left high school. His implicit creativity led him to study and graduate with a degree in film at Santa Barbara. This then led t find out more...

A major retrospective of the British documentary film movement during its period of greatest influence; before, during and after the Second World War. These diverse and compelling films are fascinating historical documents, bearing witness to the social and industrial transformations of the rapidly changing world. Striking in their different approach to the form, using poetry, dramatic reconstruction and explicit propaganda, the film-makers found fresh, new ways to get their message across. find out more...

An affectionate tribute to the Glasgow-born Cutler, Britain's best kept secret, featuring a mix of his poetry, music, painting and comedy. The documentary is followed by a recording of him performing some of his work, shortly before he pasta wee... find out more...

Gene Simmons (of Kiss fame) takes on a group of die-hard classical music fans in the form of the pupils of super-posh Christ's Hospital school. And he's going to turn them into "Little Rock Gods". Irksome at times, but, like a car crash involving a school bus full of rich kids, compelling viewing. find out more...

An intimate chronicle of the relationship between pianist Alfred Brendel and the young composer and pianist Kit Armstrong during 2009-9. Including the only footage of Brendel performing during his farewell tour. From Kit's difficulties in expressing himself through any means other than the piano, to his curious relationship with his elderly tutor, the film is surprisingly playful in tone.

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