Gravitas (Firm)
41) Cut
Publisher
Gravitas
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Among experts, the practice of female genital mutilation (FMG) is widely considered African or Islamic. CUT conclusively proves that FGM can be found as a native practice on all inhabitable continents. From war zones in the Middle East to suburban white America, the film visits fifteen countries and features key interviews with FGM survivors, activists, cutters, doctors and researchers to uncover an often secret practice shrouded in centuries of traditions,...
42) Transformer
Publisher
Gravitas
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
This award-winning documentary tells the transformative story of Matt, a bodybuilder, world-record powerlifter, cancer survivor, father of three teenage sons, and former U.S. Marine, as he transitions into a woman, now known as Janae. Winner of an Audience Award at the **Hot Docs International Documentary Festival**.
Publisher
Gravitas
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
This documentary follows one man’s journey to find meaning in Bill Murray’s many unexpected adventures with everyday people. Featuring rare and never-before seen footage of the comedic icon participating in stories previously presumed to be urban legend. Whether it be singing karaoke late at night with strangers or crashing a kickball game in the middle of the afternoon, Bill Murray lives in the moment and by doing so, creates magic with real...
45) Almost adults
Publisher
Gravitas
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
This comedy feature follows two best friends in their final year of college while they transition into adulthood. One embraces her sexuality and tries to catch up on everything she has missed during her teenage years, while the other ends a long term relationship with her boyfriend and discovers her life isn't going as planned. Both struggle to keep their friendship together as they begin growing apart.
Publisher
Gravitas
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
In 1968, NASA sent three men farther and faster than anyone had gone before. This is the story of how Astronauts Frank Borman, Jim Lovell, and Bill Anders changed history on the flight of Apollo 8. *"This is a film that will revive all your childhood dreams of becoming an astronaut." - Jennie Kermode, **Eye for Film***
Publisher
Gravitas
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
The Hornet's Nest is a groundbreaking and immersive feature film, using unprecedented real footage to tell the story of an elite group of U.S. troops sent on a dangerous mission deep inside one of Afghanistan's most hostile valleys. What was planned as a single day strike turned into nine intense days of harrowing combat against an invisible, hostile enemy in the country's complex terrain where no foreign troops had ever dared to go before. Two embedded...
48) Standing Up
Publisher
Gravitas
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Three unlikely aspiring stand-up comedians – an ultra-Orthodox Jew, a couchsurfing custodian, and a personal injury lawyer – risk everything to find their voices on the cutthroat New York comedy scene. Official Selection at **DOC NYC**.
49) Fastball
Publisher
Gravitas
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
Hank Aaron and Derek Jeter lead a cast of baseball legends & scientists who explore the magic within the 396 milliseconds it takes a fastball to reach home plate, and decipher who threw the fastest pitch ever. Narrated by Kevin Costner. *"A fascinating and downright lovable documentary ..." - Joe Morgenstern, **Wall Street Journal*** *"If you are not familiar with this level of baseball nerdiness, then Fastball will be a revelation ... If you are...
50) Flatball
Publisher
Gravitas
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
In 1989, Sports Illustrated ran an article about ultimate frisbee, about a team with no name hailing from New York that would change the game forever. The New Yorkers brought not only sophistication and athleticism to the game but also a high level of intensity - some thought too much intensity. Often vilified for their physical play, they nonetheless shepherded in a new era for the sport. 5 million people now play Ultimate around the world, and recent...
51) Embrace
Publisher
Gravitas
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Taryn Brumfitt is a highly recognized body image activist whose powerful message has reached over 100 million people worldwide. After receiving more than 7000 emails and messages from people all over the world, Taryn realized that there was a global body-hating epidemic and felt compelled to find answers. EMBRACE is told from the point of view of Taryn as she traverses the globe talking to experts, women in the street and well-known personalities...
Publisher
Gravitas
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
In 1982 soon after the first Gay Games, West Hollywood Aquatics registered as the first openly gay masters swim team in the world. This athletic powerhouse fought injustice in the world of competitive sports, and ultimately became a family. Official Selection at the **Palm Springs International Film Festival**. **Daytime Emmy Award** nominee for Outstanding Special Class Special.
Publisher
Gravitas
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
In the 1980s, "Bros" were one of the biggest bands in the world - for 15 minutes. The rise and fall of Bros was meteoric. This film charts twins Matt and Luke Goss's reunion 28 years on, having hardly spoken and not played together since their split. With an incredibly fractured relationship and only 3 weeks to go until sell-out gigs at The O2 London, will they be able to put their history aside and come together as brothers to play the show of their...
54) Egg
Publisher
Gravitas
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
An unflinching comedy about why women choose motherhood, why they revere it, fear it, and why some women choose to forgo it. Over the course of one explosive evening, two couples and a surrogate must face their own ridiculous and sometimes heartbreaking shortcomings. With sharp cutting dialogue and complicated characters, EGG is about the personal, social, professional, and ideological implications of bringing new life into the world. Artist Tina...
Publisher
Gravitas
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
This documentary is weaving together the story of how one garment is connecting us all. Starting our journey in the American West, we travel around the world with jeans hunter Eric Schrader. An ambassador of Americana, Eric is trading in the history and values that have made Blue Jeans the most expensive and sought after piece of vintage clothing on the planet. A symbol of youth, freedom, and rebellion, BLUE JEANS leads us through fashion history,...
Publisher
Gravitas
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
FROM FAT TO FINISH LINE documents the journey of 12 formerly obese people who run a 200 mile Ragnar Relay Race. The film examines the trials, obstacles and triumphs that occur when tackling big mental and physical challenges. Nominated for the Grand Jury Prize in the Documentary Competition at the **Nashville Film Festival**.
Publisher
Gravitas
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
A provocative and rare glimpse at the most iconic luxury jeweler in the world. From past to present, discovering the behind the scenes creation to those beholden to its charm, CRAZY ABOUT TIFFANY'S unveils Tiffany & Co. like never before. *"[Director] Matthew Miele's film is as stylish and playful as Tiffany's signature packaging." - Matt Looker, **Total Film***
Publisher
Gravitas
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Dr. Abe Mandelbaum (Martin Landau) has just moved into a new retirement home with his ailing wife. After forming an unlikely friendship with another resident named Phil (Paul Sorvino), their relationship is tested as they each try to convince a mysterious nurse that they are her long-lost father. Official Selection at the **Tribeca Film Festival**. "*A compassionate portrayal of lives stripped down to bare essentials by aging, illness, and loss.*"...
59) After the Fire
Publisher
Gravitas
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
Based on the Pulitzer Prize winning story and NY Times bestseller, AFTER THE FIRE is a gripping documentary detailing the tales of incredible courage and cowardice in the aftermath of the 2000 Seton Hall Fire in New Jersey. The story follows two freshmen roommates, Shawn Simons and Alvaro Llanos, proceeding from the devastating fire to the grueling medical treatment and into their life-affirming future. It is also the story of the search for the arsonists...
60) Stranger Fruit
Publisher
Gravitas
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
What really happened on August 9th, 2014 in Ferguson, Missouri? That afternoon, Officer Darren Wilson killed 18-year-old Michael Brown. ‘STRANGER FRUIT’ is the unraveling of what took place, told through the eyes of Mike Brown’s family. Official Selection at the **SXSW Film Festival**. *"A powerfully compelling take on events surrounding the death of Michael Brown." - Michael Rechtshaffen, **Hollywood Reporter***