Empty Harbours, Empty Dreams

The film explores how the three British colonies of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island became provinces of Canada and charts the subsequent decline of their economies after Confederation. Photographs, archival drawings, cartoons and interviews with Maritime historians are used to document the case.

1976-12-31 | en

The Unreserved

The Unreserved is an inquiry into the lives of passengers who use the Unreserved Compartment, the cheapest way to travel across India on the Indian Railways system. The film portrays the passengers’ aspirations, efforts and opinions through conversations and personal stories.

2017-02-15 | hi

Spains Worst Rail Disaster

2013-11-01 | en

OVERHEIGHT MUST TURN

For the past ten years, Jürgen Henn has filmed over-height trucks crashing into the 11foot8 train bridge affectionately nicknamed the "Can Opener." In that time, millions have viewed the crashes online. Regional, national, and international news organizations have dined out on the story and the goofy crash reels. But why do motorists continue to crash despite the many warnings, sensors, and signs? And what is it about these crashes that holds our attention? In this piece, we look for the humanity in human error.

2018-05-25 | en

The Complete History of America's Railroads

No matter what your age you'll love watching this impressive and comprehensive story of the development of railroading in America. Rail enthusiasts as well as history buffs, teachers and home schoolers, plus kids of all ages will appreciate this magnificent rail adventure covering live action historic operating railroads, rare photos of drawings and valuable memorabilia, and live action re-enactments. Featuring spectacular cinematography and an inspiring musical score, this Award-Winning four part DVD covers over one-hundred years of railroading evolution.

2010-01-01 | en

Hear That Train a Comin'

Meet the crew of the Union Pacific Challenger No. 3985, the largest and most powerful steam engine in the world. This colorful documentary is a behind-the-scenes look at the conductors, engineers and mechanics who keep this fickle train running, an engaging history of steam power, and a scenic tour the Great Plains -- from Cheyenne, Wyo., through Denver and across Nebraska to the Omaha headquarters of the Union Pacific.

2006-06-13 | en

China's Last Little Train

In a mountainous region of Sichuan, best known for pandas and earthquakes, there are no roads, no cars, no buses. But there is … a train. This documentary tells the story of the last working narrow gauge steam railway in China.

2014-07-01 | en

ICE - Der neue Zug

Short documentary about the new ICE. On March 19, 1985, the ICE was officially handed over to the Bundesbahn at Krupp in Essen during a rollout ceremony attended by invited guests, experts and media representatives.

1987-01-01 | de

Panoramic View of Conway on the L. & N.W. Railway

A hand-colored ride along the Bangor-Conwy-Colwyn Bay railroad filmed from an express train from the London and North Western Railway; Stations, vistas and a tunnel under the Conwy Castle (misspelled in the title) in North Wales.

1898-01-01 | xx

Der Super-Zug, der zu spät kommt

Documentary about the German railroad system and it's trains

1979-01-01 | de

Opening a New Frontier

A documentary outlining the railroad's roll in expanding the nation.

1955-01-01 | en

Wheels of Steel

Documentary on the railroads that drive the nation written and produced by Jackson Pokress.

1954-01-01 | en

Progress on the Rails

A production from the Pennsylvania Railroad outlining the advancement of the country on the back of the locomotive.

1952-01-01 | en

Last of the Giants

A Union Pacific production outlining the Big Boy locomotive and the history of the last great steam engine to rule the rails

1959-01-01 | en

Clear Track Ahead!

A story of progress in railroad transportation

1946-01-01 | en

The Nickel Plate Story

The story of the independent railroad and its survival against the giants.

1953-01-01 | en

The Steam Locomotive

A Santa Fe Railroad educational film on the steam locomotive in their role in industry and passenger travel.

1940-01-01 | en

End of an Era

A documentary on the passing of the steam locomotive as the primary means of transportation in the United States

1962-03-31 | en

New Horizons

Production for the Seaboard Railroad company outlining their railroad activities in the 1940s and heading into the 1950s

1948-01-01 | en

Big Trains Rolling

A production of the association of American Railroads outlining the wonders of America's rail system.

1955-01-01 | en