Movies: Encyclopedia Brittanica Films

Dramatization short on British romantic poet John Keats....

Educational film about exclusion and anger meant to be shown in classrooms, with a discussion afterwards....

A visually experimental adaptation of the classic Frank Stockton short story....

Pat Morita hosts another entry in the Britannica's tales around the world series. This one covers the classic fairytale story of Cinderella....

This educational documentary describes the political, social, and religious conditions of sixteenth century Europe. It also Interprets the reforms of Martin Luther as a part and/of these conditions as indications of future trends....

Actor Pat Morita hosts three animated stories. Part of the Britannica series of animated films....

Paintings and etchings of Rembrandt are used in revealing his life and career. Describes Rembrandt's early success as a fashionable portrait painter in Amsterdam and explains how his uncompromising devotion to realism cost him his reputation. Discuss...

Another entry in the britannica's tales around the world series. This covers the classic story of Hansel and Gretel....

Mickey thinks politeness is all that grownups think about. Lack of courtesy might not keep him from being elected President of the U.S., but a near riot in the Oval Office may convince him to reconsider his policy on good manners....

The film narrator describes the assimilation and merging of ancient customs into the 20th century celebration of Christmas as portrayed with well-crafted reenactments....

By encouraging children to ask questions, we help them understand the world....

This film portrays the changes that are taking place in Mexico, including the growth of a middle class society which is developing as a result of education and industrial progress. It includes views which show Mexico as an old country with new ideas,...

Jean's mother plans a surprise party for Jean on her sixth birthday. While Jean and Frank are on an errand, Jean's friends come, hide and surprise her when she gets back....

Examines the manifestation of aggressive instincts in animals and in humans. Discusses ways in which both animals and humans impose limitations on their violent impulses....

Helps children handle situations in which they make mistakes. Part of Most Important Person: Attitude series....

Helps children understand and cope with feelings of anger. Part of Most Important Person: Attitude series....

The American Civil War (also known by other names) was a civil war in the United States from 1861 to 1865, fought between the northern United States (loyal to the Union) and the southern United States (that had seceded from the Union and formed the C...

Shows children enjoying winter sports, making a snow man, playing fox and geese, sledding and skiing....

Magic glasses allow kids to see the world up close...

Poorly drawn animation about dinosaurs....