All Films

Mental Images

1987 • 4 min • Germany

Computer animated short film showcasing the work of the German CGI software firm Mental Images GmbH.

DTV: Monster Hits

1987 • 60 min • United States of America

A Halloween special featuring appropriately-themed rock and roll songs set to scenes from the Disney library of classic animation.

Hammer: The Studio That Dripped Blood

1987 • 60 min • United Kingdom

A retrospective of the films of Britain's Hammer Studios, renowned for making stylish horror films in the 1950s, '60s and '70s. Included are clips from Hammer productions and interviews with actors, actresses, directors and producers who worked on these films.

The War

1987 • 15 min • Soviet Union

The protagonist of the film is the Bat living in an old mill and fighting rats and crows. It’s the war fought by disproportioned forces, where the battle is won by cleverness, skill and cunning. Somewhere outside the mill another war is fought.

Imagens do Inconsciente: A Barca do Sol

1987 • 50 min • Brazil

The episode dives into the mystical universe of Carlos Pertius, the son of a family of French immigrants, hospitalized at the age of 29. After facing personal problems such as the death of his father, one day he caught a glimpse of a cosmic image, which he named “the planetarium of God”. He was incarcerated at Praia Vermelha hospital, in Rio de Janeiro, and was diagnosed with schizophrenia. In 1946, he began to attend the studio created by Nise da Silveira, becoming fond of it as if it were his home. His works are marked by the presence of mandalas, signs of his attempts to organize psychic chaos.

Night Mail 2

1987 • 26 min • United Kingdom

An updated version of the classic 1936 "Night Mail", this time using an aeroplanes and vans as well as trains, and with poetry by Blake Morrison.

The Amazing Mr. Bickford

1987 • 52 min • United States of America

Several pieces of Frank Zappa's music are set against clay animation by Bruce Bickford.

Harry Anderson's Sideshow

1987 • 48 min

Variety magic and comedy.

Cameo by Night

1987 • 60 min

Failed TV pilot about Jennifer, a police secretary who goes undercover as rock fan Cameo to search the music scene for a serial killer who preys upon teens at music venues. Her handler is police detective Bellflower.

Mr. Pumpkin

1987 • 11 min

Humorous tale about a boy who imagines that his candle-lit pumpkin turns into a monster on Halloween night.

Wee Sing: King Cole's Party

1987 • 54 min

King Cole is having a party and you're invited! Join Jack and Jill, Little Boy Blue, and Mary (with her lamb) on their journey to the castle to celebrate 100 years of peace in the kingdom. Meet the Six Little Ducks, Humpty Dumpty, and a host of other endearing nursery rhyme characters, every one excited about the upcoming festivities. Will they make it in time for the party, and will the King like their presents? This charming, fully orchestrated tale will have children everywhere singing and dancing to over 20 of their favorite nursery rhyme songs as they learn that gifts from the heart are the most special gifts of all.

Gegege no Kitaro Yokai Kiden Mateki Elohim Essaim

1987 • 58 min • Japan

Released in 1987. A live action adaption of the original manga series, created in 1960 by Shigeru Mizuki.

The Hero's Journey: The World of Joseph Campbell

1987 • 58 min

One of the greatest storytellers of our time, and arguably the greatest mythologist, Joseph Campbell spent most of his long, rich career explaining how ancient myths like the Hero’s Journey are relevant to modern life. In understanding the importance of myth as a vital, vibrant source of "mankind’s one great story," Campbell inspired others to embark on a quest for the meaning of myth in their own lives. This biographical portrait, filmed shortly before his death in 1987, follows Campbell’s personal quest—a pathless journey of questioning, discovery, and ultimately of delight and joy in a life to which he said, "Yes."

Why Was Olof Palme Killed?

1987 • 54 min • Soviet Union

From the cycle "Political Theater". The teleplay is built as a kind of investigation into the assassination of Swedish Prime Minister Olof Palme, during which, unlike a criminal investigation, not the identity of the criminal is revealed, but the fate of Palme himself, his life principles, views, intentions and dreams.

Five Ways to Kill Yourself

1987 • 7 min • United States of America

Gus Van Sant, dissatisfied professionally, counts five ways to end his life. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2016.

The Little Troll Prince

1987 • 47 min • United States of America

A little troll prince escapes his kingdom, perched atop a tall mountain in Norway, for the human world, where a family teaches him the true meaning of Christmas.

Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future: Bio Dread Strike Mission - Skill Level 2

1987 • 19 min • United States of America, Japan, Canada

As newly recruited Soldier of the Future Pilot 1, your first target after training is a massive Bio Dread military industrial complex - which is manufacturing a robotic army. Many human survivors are depending on you! Corporal "Pilot" Chase and her leader Captain Jonathan Power will be flying with you. Prepare to "POWER ON"!

This Is a History of New York

1987 • 25 min

A history of New York City from Prehistoric times through the Space Age, composed entirely from documentary street footage.

Gösta Ekman - En levande legend

1987 • 59 min • Sweden

Documentary about the Swedish actor Gösta Ekman (1890-1938) with interviews with friends and colleagues.

Waka okusama no nama shitagi

1987 • 60 min • Japan

A woman is interrogated by a young detective for a crime. Much to his discomfort the woman confesses the steamy details of her erotic life.

ALF Loves a Mystery

1987 • 29 min

ALF (short for Alien Life Form) and Benji Gregory explore an shabby mansion hoping to find hidden treasure. During their search, they manage to preview the NBC's Saturday morning schedule of 1987.

Jimi Plays Monterey

1987 • 50 min • United States of America

Jimi Hendrix's debut American set at 1967's Monterey Pop Festival is generally considered one of the most radical and legendary live shows ever. Virtually unknown to American audiences at the time, even though he was already an established entity in the UK, Hendrix and his two-piece Experience explode on stage, ripping through blues classics "Rock Me Baby" and Howlin' Wolf's "Killing Floor," interpreting and electrifying Bob Dylan's "Like a Rolling Stone," debuting songs from his yet-to-be-released first album and closing with the now historic sacrificing/burning of his guitar during an unhinged version of "Wild Thing" that even its writer Chip Taylor would never have imagined. Hendrix uses feedback and distortion to enhance the songs in whisper-to-scream intensity, blazing territory that had not been previously explored with as much soul-frazzled power.

The Little Mermaid

1987 • 47 min • United States of America

A mermaid princess is willing to sacrifice anything for love.

Canyon Dreams

1987 • 38 min • United States of America

The remarkable Grand Canyon film set to the synth music of Tangerine Dream.