Mr. United States / 2018

Today, Avery D. Wilson appears to be a confident pillar of his community, but in this uplifting story, he reveals otherwise. Avery was bullied as a child and later questioned how being gay would affect his faith. As an adult, he feared how his parents would react to his secret. It wasn't until years later that Avery learned to accept himself – to love himself - and become Mr. United States.

Ignited States / 2021

Follows the protestors of Minneapolis and beyond as they demand justice for George Floyd, an unarmed black man who died at the hands of four policemen. From the harrowing imagery of the riots and looting to the impassioned protests of the Black Lives Matter movement, the viewers are taken on a ground-level experience of a modern-day uprising. With the United States in near-unspeakable partisan divide, this film brings out the incredible humanity of those calling for change, while also showing the reality of the trenches.

They Came for Good: A History of the Jews in the United States: Present at the Creation 1654-1820 / 1997

Documentary - Jews have been present in America almost from the very beginnings of our nation's history, starting in 1654 with the arrival of 23 Jews from Brazil at the Dutch settlement of New Amsterdam, now Manhattan. This program follows the history of Jews in America from this point up to the fight for freedom in the American Revolution and the early years of the new nation's history, including information on Asher Levy and the early fight for equal rights.

They Came for Good: A History of the Jews in the United States: Taking Root 1820-1880 / 1997

Documentary - In the nineteenth century waves of Jews immigrated from Europe and settled across America. Many of these Jews, from Germany, played vital roles in the expansion of the young nation and served as small businessman and merchants across the country. The interwoven history of American and Jewish history is presented here in this second chapter of a longer series, as seen on PBS.

Fifty States / 2005

Short film composed entirely of Larson's father narrating a montage of snapshots taken across the country in the late Sixties.

The Violent States of America / 2014

The human life and the struggles it presents, test a group of life long companions. Broken trust, and a serial rapist leads to suffering and heartache for many in its wake. In this violent tale of normal America, no one is safe.

United States of Hate: Muslims Under Attack / 2016

BBC Three examines an upsurge in Islamophobia in America, meeting both Texan anti-Islam groups and American Muslims. Award-winning director and producer Steph Atkinson asks how America got here and whether the fears between these different groups are justified.

The Journey To States: A Somerset Pantherettes Documentary / 2022

In this student-produced documentary, get an inside look at a rigorous and emotional week as the celebrated Somerset Pantherettes prepared for their win at the 2022 Dance State Finals, while dealing with school and other circumstances.

Altered States: Alcohol and Other Drugs in America / 1993

Produced in 1993 by WXXI-TV and distributed nationally, Altered States: Alcohol and Other Drugs in America looks at the history of drug use in America. It explores the idea that drug use is not a contemporary phenomenon or problem, but a constant presence throughout the country’s social history. In 1995, Altered States received a New York State Emmy for outstanding Societal Concerns Programming.

The states of Exit / 2012

This documentary zooms in on the Serbian Exit Festival, the people behind it and their continuing struggle to organize a wide variety of events under difficult circumstances. Counter culture as a means of progress in society.

States of UnBelonging / 2006

The core of this haunting meditation on war, land, the Bible, and filmmaking is a portrait of Revital Ohayon, an Israeli filmmaker and mother killed near the West Bank. Director Lynne Sachs creates a film on the violence of the Middle East by exchanging letters with an Israeli friend. Together, they reveal Revital's story through her films, news reports, and interviews, culminating in heartbreaking footage of children discussing the violence they've witnessed. Without taking sides or casting blame, the film becomes a cine-essay on fear and filmmaking, tragedy and transformation, violence and the land of Israel/Palestine.

Stateside / 2020

The journey of an undocumented Filipino immigrant struggling to survive in the US. Facing homelessness, racism, drug rings, and INS.

The United States Army Band / 1943

On the soundtrack, the US Army Band plays strains of "You're in the Army Now" and a full version of "The Caissons Go Rolling Along" as the films shows us a convoy of trucks and soldiers at work. Then, we go to the steps of the Lincoln Memorial where we see and hear the Band play "Aura Lee," "Pack Up Your Troubles," and "It's a Long Way to Tipperary." Band members also sing the latter songs, but "Love Me Tender" isn't a number one song yet, so "Aura Lee" just gets a musical treatment. The film concludes with "Over There," played and sung, as we see news footage of the Army rolling in to Paris.

Overdose and Oppression: The United States Opioid Epidemic / 2023

Overdose and Oppression aims to address into how queer communities in the United States have been uniquely affected by the North American opioid epidemic. Through a variety of both field experts and lived experiences, the film brings to light the myriad of factors that can lead to higher rates of substance abuse among marginalized communities. It notes how new anti-queer legislation will directly lead to higher usage and mortality rates how current systems often lack the specific supports needed for these groups. Overdose and Oppression asks its viewers to see people as humans first—regardless of their class, sexuality, or drug use habits.

Empty States / 2020

Short film by Jola Kudela.

United States of Afghanistan / 2004

A "dogumentary", made according to Lars von Trier's Dogme rules for documentaries. Completely unprepared Pål Hollender and his friend-with-a-death-wish, Swedish pop star Olle Ljungström, went to Afghanistan, wrecklessly diving into the tension building up in September 2002, the anniversary of 9/11 approaching. The result is a series of visually strong and intimate scenes from Afghanistan. The disturbing ignorance of the two friends from Sweden is as relevant as the meeting with the Afghan people and their culture.

The States of Arizona / 2014

From PBS: Arizona's enforcement-led policy, which grew out of its unique position as a frontline border state, is reshaping the national conversation around immigration reform. With dozens of states considering a similar approach, THE STATE OF ARIZONA holds up a mirror, asking Americans who they are, and who they want to be.

The USA: Eastern & Western States / 2005

Contrasting the landscapes and cultures of the Eastern and Western United States, this pair of domestic travelogues takes viewers on a captivating journey. Eastern stops include metropolitan Boston, Chicago, New York City, Washington, D.C., and a pre-Hurricane Katrina New Orleans. Among the Western stops are Salt Lake City, the Grand Canyon and the guilty pleasure of Las Vegas, plus historical spots from the days of the Wild West.

United States of Airnadette / 2011

States of Terror /

Through rare archival footage and interviews with government officials, prosecutors, journalists, and the families of victims, STATES OF TERROR conducts a methodical investigation into the Anti-Terrorist Liberation Group (GAL).