1 Giant Leap Category: World Music Excerpts from a 12-chapter musical documentary that captures a unique fusion of sound, image and the spoken word from some of the world's most influential artists and musicians.
Accordion Tribe Category: World Music Avant garde accordionist Guy Klucevsek's pet project goes on the road with the camera along for the ride. Wonderful music by Maria Kalaniemi, Lars Holmer, Bratko Babic, Otto Lechner and of course, Klucevsek.
Akram Khan Dance Company Category: World Music A kinetic performance documentary featuring Akram Khan, an engaging dancer whose work is based on Indian Kathak movement.
Algeria in a Smile: Souad Massi Category: World Music A profile of Souad Massi, a Paris-based Algerian singer-songwriter whose music is a winning combination of western song and Arabic melisma.
Ali Farka Toure and Ry Cooder: Talking Timbuktu Category: World Music Guitarist Guitarist Ry Cooder (noted for his work with the Buena Vista Social Club) plays a duet with the late great Ali Farka Toure who in his time was dubbed the missing link beween Africa and the blues.
Amadou and Mariam Category: World Music Get down with Mali's blind couple of song, Amadou and Mariam, in this vibrant concert film recorded on a stormy night in one of Paris's most multicultural neighborhoods.
Astrid Hadad Category: World Music A portrait of the feminist, Mexican cabaret singer who wows audiences with her outrageous costumes, irreverent antics and sharp tongue.
Baaba Maal Category: World Music A profile of the man and his music that captures all the color and grace of his Fulani culture. Baaba returns to his hometown in Senegal where the story of how he came to be a musician is revealed.
Beyond the Forest Category: World Music Follows two members of Hungary's most famous folk band, Muzikas, as they gather songs from Transylvanian villages. Features brilliant performances from virtuoso folk musicians.
Black and White in Color Category: World Music An intimate portrait of the famed Czech Romany (Gypsy) diva, Vera Bila, who is viewed with indifference and suspicion in her own country, even as she gains acclaim elsewhere.
Black and White in Color Category: World Music Vera Bila is hailed as the most significant musical artist from the Czech Republic. This film reveals how she retains a deep attachment to Romany traditions both in her music and her way of life.
Blues Accordin' to Lightnin' Hopkins Category: World Music A glimpse into a bygone era with the legendary Texas bluesman. Served with generous helpings of classic blues, Lightnin' talks about his inspiration and childhood.
