The Uber Story (2019)

GIG - A Uberização do Trabalho

The work mediated by digital apps and platforms is growing worldwide. But the advance of the “gig economy”, called in Brazil “uberization”, has aroused debates about the precariousness and intensification of work.

Dear Bangladesh

An Uber driver gets a ride from a Japanese-Bangladeshi woman named Yuki. There are goons following her all the time, so she lives with the driver till she can leave for Japan.

Ride MT-274

After a night out, Diana and Jorge decide to call a cab in order to get home. But in their way, the driver will receive a phone call that might take them into a life threatening situation.

Ryde

Technology brings us closer. Or perhaps it brings strangers, a little too close. But how much can you really trust someone? With a new ride share service, you never know who will be getting in a car with. Or if you'll ever get out.

Stuber

After crashing his car, a cop who's recovering from eye surgery recruits an Uber driver to help him catch a heroin dealer. The mismatched pair soon find themselves in for a wild day of stakeouts and shootouts as they encounter the city's seedy side.

No Hard Feelings

On the brink of losing her childhood home, Maddie discovers an intriguing job listing: wealthy helicopter parents looking for someone to “date” their introverted 19-year-old son, Percy, before he leaves for college. To her surprise, Maddie soon discovers the awkward Percy is no sure thing.

The Wrong Car

A woman who was raped by a NetCar driver takes a job with the company to exact her revenge on her attacker after she becomes frustrated with the slow pace of the criminal Justice system.

Midnight Passenger

Ani has ordered an Uber to get home at midnight. After realizing the driver is taking her somewhere else, she must run for her life.

Ride

A night in Los Angeles becomes a psychological war for survival when an Uber driver, James, and his passenger, Jessica, pick up Bruno, who is charismatic but manipulative.

Violet Nights

A short film about a Transgender woman getting an Uber home after a night out when the drive soon turns tense.

Megan, 26

Megan has been on a lot of bad dates. But tonight is the worst.

The Big Sick

Pakistan-born comedian Kumail Nanjiani and grad student Emily Gardner fall in love but struggle as their cultures clash. When Emily contracts a mysterious illness, Kumail finds himself forced to face her feisty parents, his family's expectations, and his true feelings.

End Trip

On a calm night in an average city a hardworking URYDE driver, Brandon, picks up just another fare, Judd. Using interactions that blur the lines between the technological world and the physical one, Judd explains a messy breakup. Brandon offers an empathetic ear and a sympathetic heart to his new friend to help him pick up the pieces. Aggregated profiles, algorithms, links, likes and comments bring people closer. But how close is too close?

Sangría

Under the shade of a lemon tree, Osvaldo is at the grill while talking with Horacio, his new neighbor. Everything is going well until Osvaldo discovers Horacio's trade: Uber. Horacio also discovers Osvaldo's: Taxi driver, rivals.

Tea Leaves

A lonely uber driver picks up an unruly passenger from the bar.

ETA

A slow, psychedelic revenge thriller about the nocturnal world of rideshare apps.

We Are Not The Same

Oscar, a ride-share driver, is held hostage by escaped prisoner, Sawyer, as he forces him on a road trip to the Mexican border where they discover not to judge a book by it's cover.

Jakub

Jakub presents an extensive ethnographical-sociological study of the life of the Ruthenians, filmed in the Maramuresh mountains in the north of Romania and in the former Sudetenland in Western Bohemia. The film was made over a period of five years during the time of both totalitarian regimes and was completed in 1992 after the revolution.

In the Name of God

The film explores the campaign waged by the Hindu right-wing organisation Vishva Hindu Parishad to build a Ram temple at the site of the Babri Masjid in Ayodhya, as well as the communal violence that it triggered. A couple of months after Ram ke Naam was released, VHP activists demolished the Babri Masjid in 1992, provoking further violence.

Todd Barry: The Crowd Work Tour

A Todd Barry show consists of two things: amazing jokes and amazing crowd work. In September 2013, he went on a tour without the amazing jokes and did entire shows of riffing and bantering with the audience. Filmed in seven west coast cities, “Todd Barry: The Crowd Work Tour” was directed by Lance Bangs and produced by Louis CK.

The Gratinated Brains of Pupilija Ferkeverk

Plotless and wordless, beautifully edited shots of young (often naked or semi-naked) people in various positions, illustrating different emotions, actions and situations, underlined by rock music.

There are no Lions in Tel Aviv

The story of the chief Rabbi of Copenhagen’s Jewish community, who would come to be known as Rabbi Doolittle. Arriving in Tel Aviv in 1935, Max Shorenstein left his honorable position, in order to fulfill a longtime dream: to build a zoo and teach the children about the love of animals. His dream had come true and against all odds, the Tel Aviv Zoo became the city’s greatest attraction.

Making Gundam: The Inside Story

"Mobile Suit Gundam" is a science fiction anime about a war-torn future where humanity has colonized outer space. Over the decades Gundam has become one of Japan's most iconic media franchises. But when the original series debuted in 1979, ratings were low, and it was initially deemed a flop. So how did Gundam become beloved by generations of people? What was the making of "Mobile Suit Gundam" - the beginning of this cultural phenomenon - like? This documentary speaks with the people who were there.

The Smiths: For The Last time - Live at the Brixton Academy

Live at the Brixton Academy in London, England on the 12th of December, 1986. Setlist: 1) Ask 2) Bigmouth Strikes Again [with "Panic" drum tease intro] 3) London 4) Miserable Lie 5) Some Girls Are Bigger Than Others 6) The Boy With The Thorn In His Side 7) Shoplifters Of The World Unite 8) There Is A Light That Never Goes Out 9) Is It Really So Strange 10) Cemetry Gates 11) This Night Has Opened My Eyes 12) Still Ill 13) Panic 14) The Queen Is Dead 15) William It Was Really Nothing 16) Hand In Glove *This concert, put together as a benefit for the Artists Against Apartheid, was originally due to be held at the Royal Albert Hall on the 14th of November but it had to be rescheduled following Johnny’s car accident. It turned out to be the last time the Smiths were on stage together, bar a few TV appearances. This was the only time “Some Girls Are Bigger Than Others”, “Shoplifters Of The World Unite” and the “London”/”Miserable Lie” medley were ever performed by them.

The Athlete

The Athlete introduces us to Stevens Dorcelus, a young Montrealer of Haitian origin determined to qualify for the Olympics and prove to his close-knit family that his dream is within reach. A cross between a family saga, a sports film and an intimate portrait, this documentary offers a rare glimpse into Stevens' quest to make his mark.

National Theatre Live: 50 Years on Stage

To celebrate its 50th anniversary, the National Theatre of Great Britain presents National Theatre: 50 Years on Stage, bringing together the best British actors for a unique evening of unforgettable performances, broadcast live from London to cinemas around the world.

Adriana's Pact

Lissette's favorite aunt Adriana, who lives in Australia, is arrested in 2007 while visiting her family in Chile and accused of having worked for dictator Pinochet's notorious secret police, the DINA, and of having participated in the commission of state crimes. When Adriana denies these accusations, Lissette begins to investigate her story in order to film a documentary about her.

Chavela

Inspired by an exclusive interview and performance footage of Chavela Vargas shot in 1991 and guided by her unique voice, the film weaves an arresting portrait of a woman who dared to dress, speak, sing, and dream her unique life into being.

Cary Grant: A Class Apart

Documentary that explores the life and career of leading man Cary Grant through film clips and interviews. Produced as S18E03 of the long running series American Masters.

Keanu Reeves: The One and Only

The story of Keanu Reeves, from a turbulent upbringing to becoming not only one of the most beloved actors in the world, but also one of the most beloved people.

ENHYPEN WORLD TOUR 'FATE' IN SEOUL

ENHYPEN’s second world tour, a journey of unforgettable energy and connection, launched with two electrifying shows at Seoul's iconic KSPO Dome on July 29 and 30. With their fourth EP DARK BLOOD as the heartbeat of the tour, ENHYPEN created an intense and immersive experience that resonated deeply with fans worldwide. The tour then took them to Japan, where they wowed audiences with back-to-back performances at Osaka's Kyocera Dome on September 2 and 3, and Tokyo Dome on September 13 and 14. Fans around the globe could join in the excitement through livestreamed shows from both Seoul and Japan, which were later released as part of an exclusive concert DVD. The tour’s opening night in Seoul also had a theatrical release, premiering at HYBE CINEFEST LATAM 2024.

Vancity Raps

Vancity Raps is a globally unique, architecturally sound 90 minute music Documentary. Its fresh nuance and subplots woven through its strategic Documentary style narrative, make this film a must see for all music fans.

Viva Cuba Libre: Rap Is War

The fire of revolution has spread to Cuba! Director Jesse Acevedo risked his own freedom; using hidden camera methods, he brings viewers inside the brewing Cuban revolution. Those filmed are at risk, even now, of imprisonment but through the courage of those willing to speak out we see the new Cuba rising to the beat of Los Aldeanos. In a small town outside Havana two young brothers, are beaten and arrested in their own home and sentenced to 5 years imprisonment for listening to rappers Los Aldeanos, banned by the government. We follow the intermingled stories of the Cruz brothers and the band they love. From the streets of Havana comes the sound of struggle and the voice of a new revolution - Los Aldeanos.

The Ghost of Richard Harris

A candid and revealing insight into the private life and public career of Richard Harris. One of the most remarkable actors of his generation, the documentary explores Harris’s complex and, at times, contradictory character. Each of his three sons — Jared, Jamie and Damian — brings their own perspective to bear as they summon the ghost of their late father to the screen.

Joe Lycett: Summer Exhibitionist

Art-loving comedian Joe Lycett joins artists hoping to make it onto the walls of the RA Summer Exhibition 2022, the world’s largest open-submission art contest.