John Craxton: A Life of Gifts

Artists in LA discover the work of forgotten Polish sculptor Stanislav Szukalski, a mad genius whose true story unfolds chapter by astounding chapter.

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2017

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2017

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Visions of Light

1992

7.0

John Candy: I Like Me

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2025

Those who knew iconic funnyman John Candy best share his story, in their own words, through never-before-seen archival footage, imagery, and interviews.

John Candy: I Like Me

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7.9

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2013

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2013

7.0

Harry Dean Stanton: Partly Fiction

6.9

2013

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Harry Dean Stanton: Partly Fiction

2013

6.9

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6.9

1971

A documentary about the life and films of director John Ford.

Directed by John Ford

1971

6.9

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