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Squaring the Circle: The Story of HipgnosisSquaring the Circle: The Story of Hipgnosis (2023)Aro Favourite
The story of Aubrey “Po” Powell and Storm Thorgerson, a couple of unlikely London lads who stumbled into forming the coolest art design group of…
DVD $29.95
Ken Burns' Country MusicKen Burns' Country Music (2020)Recommended
Formidable 8–part, 16 hour PBS series by the legendary documentarian Ken Burns, exploring the history of country music and it's cultural impact…
DVD $84.95
Laurel CanyonLaurel Canyon (2020)
Two part documentary series exploring the music and culture of Laurel Canyon and the wider LA rock scene of the 60's and 70's. Features incredible…
DVD $29.95
David Crosby: Remember My NameDavid Crosby: Remember My Name (2019)
Soulful and deeply personal documentary on musician David Crosby, a founding member of both The Byrds and Crosby, Stills and Nash. A fearless and at…
DVD $24.95
Liam Gallagher: As it WasLiam Gallagher: As it Was (2019)
Rockumentary following the Oasis singer as he attempts a dramatic solo comeback, since scaling the dizzying heights of rock n roll fame in the 90's…
DVD $29.95
Mystify: Michael HutchenceMystify: Michael Hutchence (2019)
Intimate rise–and–fall portrait of the charismatic frontman of the mega–selling Australian rock band INXS, who died in…
DVD $29.95 | Blu-Ray $34.95
PJ Harvey: A Dog Called MoneyPJ Harvey: A Dog Called Money (2019)
Beautifully impressionistic documentary set around the making of PJ Harvey's 2016 album, The Hope Six Demolition Project, shining light on an…
DVD $29.95
The Chills: The Triumph & Tragedy of Martin PhillippsThe Chills: The Triumph & Tragedy of Martin Phillipps (2019)Recommended
An absolutely unflinching portrait of the genius New Zealand songwriter Martin Phillipps whose band The Chills exemplified the "Dunedin Sound" with…
DVD $20 $15, $29.95
Eulogy, TheEulogy, The (2018)
Australia's greatest, and perhaps most overlooked, classical pianist Geoffrey Tozer is the subject of this documentary presented by music educator…
DVD $29.95
Midnight Oil 1984Midnight Oil 1984 (2018)
A passionate portrait of Australia's iconic rock band Midnight Oil during the year 1984, in which they embarked on a tour promoting their politically…
DVD $29.95
RockabulRockabul (2018)
Intrepid Australian journalist and director Travis Beard explores the Afghan heavy metal music scene, and how the long conflict in Afghanistan has…
DVD $29.95
Studio 54: The DocumentaryStudio 54: The Documentary (2018)
In–depth account of how the world's most famous (and infamous) nightclub, Studio 54, was created by co–owners Ian Schrager and Steve…
DVD $29.95
Eric Clapton: Life in 12 BarsEric Clapton: Life in 12 Bars (2017)Recommended
An unflinching and deeply personal look into the life of blues–rock and guitar legend Eric Clapton, told through his own words and songs and…
DVD $29.95
GurrumulGurrumul (2017)
Documentary about internationally acclaimed indigenous Australian artist Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu, who wrote music inspired by his community on…
DVD $29.95
Ryuichi Sakamoto: CodaRyuichi Sakamoto: Coda (2017)Aro Favourite
Beautiful portrait of revered Japanese composer and musician Ryuichi Sakamoto, that captures the unique compositional process of a new work he…
DVD $29.95
Whitney: Can I Be MeWhitney: Can I Be Me (2017)Recommended
Bearing less of his signature subjectivity, veteran documentarian Nick Broomfield explores Whitney Houston's meteoric rise to stardom, turbulent…
Blu-Ray $24.95
Oasis: SupersonicOasis: Supersonic (2016)Recommended
Highly entertaining portrait of mouthy Brit–pop icons Oasis and their meteoric rise from the council estates of Manchester to some of the…
DVD $24.95
Poi E: The Story of Our SongPoi E: The Story of Our Song (2016)Aro Favourite
An aptly feel–good documentary account of the unlikely pop hit that boldly mashed up "Kapa Haka" song tradition and Te Reo Maori lyrics with…
DVD $19.95
A Family AffairA Family Affair (2015)
An intimate and intoxicating portrait of the renowned Xylouris family, who have been maintaining the musical traditions of their native Crete for…
DVD $29.95
AmyAmy (2015)Recommended
The compelling but undeniably downbeat story of Amy Winehouse in her own words, featuring unseen archival footage and unheard tracks. From the…
DVD $24.95 $18.70
20,000 Days on Earth20,000 Days on Earth (2014)Aro Favourite
A 24–hour portrait of writer and musician Nick Cave, blending fiction and reality, as it examines the artistic process and the power of the…
DVD $29.95 | Blu-Ray $34.95 $17.50
Finding FelaFinding Fela (2014)
Alex Gibney trains his inquisitorial eye on the celebrated musician Fela Kuti, a revolutionary political figure and a leading proponet of Afrobeat.
DVD $24.95
Mistaken for StrangersMistaken for Strangers (2013)Aro Favourite
Distinctive among rock–docs, this was made by the underachieving, metal–head brother of indie–rockers 'The National''s…
DVD $29.95
Muscle ShoalsMuscle Shoals (2013)Aro Favourite
A marvellous and comprehensive celebration of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, the unlikely birthplace and subsequent epicentre of some of America's most…
DVD $29.95
Stone Roses, The - Made of StoneStone Roses, The - Made of Stone (2013)Recommended
Dir. Shane Meadows enthusiastically documents the reunion of iconic band the Stone Roses, who were instrumental in paving the way for the Britpop…
DVD $34.95 | Blu-Ray $39.95
A Band Called DeathA Band Called Death (2012)Recommended
Forgotten proto–punk band "Death" are rescued from obscurity in this remarkable and spirited story of three African–American brothers who…
DVD $29.95
Charles Bradley: Soul of AmericaCharles Bradley: Soul of America (2012)
Late–blooming soul sensation Charles Bradley is the focus of this powerful documentary charting the singer's road to redemption through music.
DVD $29.95
Searching for Sugar ManSearching for Sugar Man (Searching for Sugarman) (2012)Recommended
A unique, engaging music mystery that follows the late–60's Detroit based musician Sixto Rodriguez, who faded into obscurity in America amidst…
DVD $24.95
Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called QuestBeats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest (2011)
Actor Michael Rapaport directs this compelling documentary on maverick the American hip hop group revered for their innovative fusion of hip hop and…
DVD $29.95
Topp Twins: Untouchable GirlsTopp Twins: Untouchable Girls (2009)Aro Favourite
An adorable, "Kiwi–as" portrait of NZ's beloved folk–singing comedy duo, Jools and Lynda Topp, which also resonates as a ripely…
DVD $24.95 $18.70
CSNY Deja-VuCSNY Deja-Vu (Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young) (2008)
Riveting, candid and politically charged documentary from Neil Young (pseudonym Bernard Shakey), filmed as Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young crisscross…
DVD $19.95 $14.95
Metal ManiaMetal Mania (2008)
Music doco that takes the microphone backstage to some of the greatest metal acts of the last fifty years, including Kiss, Angus Young, Motley Crue,…
DVD $24.95
Radiohead - The Best OfRadiohead - The Best Of (2008)
Chronological collection of 21 inventive music videos and optical collages of rare singles from the slinking talents of Brit indie–rock kings,…
DVD $34.95
Youssou N’Dour - I Bring What I LoveYoussou N’Dour - I Bring What I Love (2008)
Gifted Senegalese singer Youssou N’Dour performs a series of concerts in this excellent documentary, which also gets to heart of the musician’s…
DVD $29.95 $15
Dengue Fever - Sleepwalking Through the MekongDengue Fever - Sleepwalking Through the Mekong (2007)
Political rockumentary follows LA–based band Dengue Fever on their recent journey to Cambodia to perform 60s and 70s Cambodian rock n' roll in…
DVD $49.95
I Think We're Alone NowI Think We're Alone Now (2007)Recommended
This portrait of two 'stalkers' of 80s teen pop one–hit–wonder Tiffany is at times uncomfortably voyeuristic, yet it provides raw insight…
DVD $34.95
Lou Reed's BerlinLou Reed's Berlin (2007)
Live recording of Lou Reed's 2006 performance of his underrated 1973 album 'Berlin,' brought resplendently back to life by a commanding Reed…
DVD $29.95
Young @ HeartYoung @ Heart (Young at Heart) (2007)Aro Favourite
A stirring, crowd–pleasing music doco for ages 9 to 99 that introduces a spritely senior citizen choir known as 'Young @ Heart' who are…
DVD $20 $15
loudQUIETloud: A Film About the PixiesloudQUIETloud: A Film About the Pixies (Loud Quiet Loud) (2006)
Document on lauded alt–rockers The Pixies which revisits the band ten years after their split, through to their 2004 'Sell Out' Reunion Tour.…
DVD $29.95
Love StoryLove Story (2006)Recommended
Belated but worth–the–wait tragi–profile of overlooked cult band Love, whose magnetic black frontman Arthur Lee passed away shortly…
DVD $44.95
Meanies, TheMeanies, The (2006)
The history and music of punkish Australian band The Meanies is chronicled in this watchable documentary, which covers much of the Melbourne…
DVD $29.95
Scott Walker - 30 Century ManScott Walker - 30 Century Man (2006)Aro Favourite
Brilliant music documentary about enigmatic soundmaker and musical genius, Scott Walker, who enjoyed pop stardom in the 60's as half of The Walker…
DVD $29.95
Work of Directors, The - Boxset Vol. 2Work of Directors, The - Boxset Vol. 2 (Anton Corbijn, Jonathan Glazer, Mark Romanek, Stephane Sednnaoui) (2006)Aro Favourite
Directors Label boxset containing the final four music video/doco/shorts compilations in the series. Features the work of Anton Corbijn, Jonathan…
DVD $39.95 $29.95
Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of IstanbulCrossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul (2005)
Turkish dir. Fatih Akin unveils Istanbul’s rich and uninhabited music scene, listening in on the capital’s many sonic threads: a soundscape…
DVD $29.95 $14.95
Elvis by the PresleysElvis by the Presleys (2005)
A comprehensive biographical portrait of 'The King', compiled by family and friends, that features special home movies, interviews and live footage…
DVD $24.95 $18.70
Favela RisingFavela Rising (2005)
Rousing documentary traces the transformation of a violent slum in Rio de Janeiro by former drug–dealer Anderson Sa, who was so shocked by a…
DVD $29.95
Work of Director Anton Corbijn, TheWork of Director Anton Corbijn, The (2005)Aro Favourite
A celebrated photographer, particularly in his association with Depeche Mode and U2 (he shot the iconic album cover for Joshua Tree), Anton Corbijn's…
DVD $30 $15
Blues Film Collection, TheBlues Film Collection, The (Soul of a Man, Red, White and Blues, Feel Like Going Home, Godfathers and Sons, Piano Blues, The Road to Memphis, Warming by the Devil's Fire) (2003)Aro Favourite
A lavish collection of Blues documentary features made under the auspices of Martin Scorsese. Directed by an impressive line up of…
DVD $69.95 $50
Five Sides of a CoinFive Sides of a Coin (2003)
A thorough exploration of the five sides of hip–hop culture: rap, turntablism, break–dancing, human beat–boxing and…
DVD $29.95
You See Me Laughin'You See Me Laughin' (2002)
Doco about the latterday backwoods blues musicians clustered around the Fat Possum label. Includes R L Burnside, Junior Kimbrough, Cedell Davis,…
DVD $29.95
Freestyle - The Art of RhymeFreestyle - The Art of Rhyme (2000)Recommended
An acclaimed history of rap performance from the early 1980s up till recent years, with emphasis on the art of improvisation. Includes a plethora…
DVD $19.95
Metallica - S & MMetallica - S & M (2000)
Michael Kamen directs the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra in an epic accompaniment for heavy–metal gods Metallica. Songs include: The Ecstasy…
DVD $49.95, $49.95
RapmaniaRapmania (2000)
A transcontinental coming–together of US rappers and hiphoppers with twin concerts at New York’s Apollo Theatre and L.A.’s Palace…
DVD $42.95
ModulationsModulations (1998)Recommended
Sub–captioned "Cinema for the Ear", this is an enlightening exposition of electronic music – a marginalised yet broadly significant music…
Poster (VG) $12.95
WoodstockWoodstock (1970)Aro Favourite
Historical gathering of the world's best rock performers and half a million Americans for an unabashed weekend of sex, drugs, rock and roll and…
DVD $24.95 $18.70

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