Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Movies

Bartleby, an enigmatic man who calmly refuses to carry out his duties, is introduced in this period dramatization of Melville’s haunting story...

In this quiet, naturalistic dramatic short, six-year old Sarah grapples with understanding mortality after the sudden death of her older brother,...

This short film offers a children's guide to anger management.

Old-timer Billy Slater organizes a rodeo for kids.

Describes the making of a puppet in detail from the carving of the head to the fitting of the strings. Close-ups show how the movements of the...

A pine tree longs to be used for something.

A lecture-style voice over explains the concept of different scales used to determine if a community (or nation) is free or despotic. Illustrated...

A documentary on the railroad's role in public transportaitons. Produced by Encyclopedia Britannica Films.

Frightening civil defense procedure film aimed at Cold War-era elementary school students.