Two children in Idaho fall victim to food poisoning. What initially appears to be an isolated case quickly escalates into a major health crisis. Around 200,000 people will be affected, marking this incident as the largest food poisoning outbreak ever recorded in the United States. Director : David Haycox, Jeff Fine Scenario : Allison Erkelens, Chris Shelton Cast : Phillip Crowley (narrator), John Albright, Sharon Bogner, Steve Cassell, Fränk Hargreaves TV series : Diagnosis : Unknown 2004

A true social phenomenon, poker is not just a game of chance and money. From a scientific perspective, we can think of it as a sporting discipline, requiring numerous biological and mental resources. Winning, losing, thinking, bluffing, resisting stress...: each of these events results in specific brain activity. By combining testimonials from some of the best players in the world with insights from scientific experts and unique experiences, this documentary will allow each of us to understand the internal processes that govern our risk-taking, and each of our decisions. Directors: QUENTIN DOMART and THIERRY FESSARD

Young dancers must go through competitive auditions, intense rehearsals, and physically demanding 4 months in the Road to the Nutcracker.

This is the unknown story of secret negotiations between Afghanistan and America to build a pipeline through Afghanistan. Director : Tore Buvarp

After remembering a traumatic incident in his childhood, Pirooz Kalayeh decides to document his journey to recovery, traveling back to the barbershop where he was refused a haircut as a child, and then doing a series of role-plays with family, friends, and children to understand how racism leaves lasting effects and how he and others can heal and move forward. Director: Pirooz Kalayeh Original title: Sometimes I Dream in Farsi

When Adolf Hitler stormed to power in Germany, during the 1930's, he experienced little opposition for his plans to re-build his adopted homeland. "The Hitler Conspiracies" follows the remarkable plot that very nearly ended Hitler's reign of terror, proving beyond doubt that within his own ranks there were those prepared to risk their lives for that sake of humanity. Director: Liam Dale

In the early '90s, the New Orleans Police Department was plagued by a major corruption scandal. Attracted by the prospect of making easy money from drug trafficking, some cops are willing to kill to protect their profits. FBI agents devise a plan to stop the traffickers and restore public confidence in the local police force. Director : Stuart Taylor Scenario : Mark Marabella, David A. Taylor Narrator : Anthony D. Call Cast : James Kallstrom, Terence After-Anderson TV series : The FBI Files 1999

Tiny Garden is for apartment dwellers wanting to transform their homes into a botanic wanderlust. This lifestyle series features interior architects, edible gardeners and botany designers. Each giving us a peek into their gardening journey and sharing with us their craft. Dive into a world of therapeutic botany rejuvenation and be inspired to bring nature into your home. 00:00 Terrarium 04:22 Peasprout and Red Cabbage 10:45 Dry Floral Sculpture 20:48 Bonsai 30:57 Floral 40:40 Mixed Media Sculpture

Starting out in shipbuilding, the Japanese multinational specialized in motorcycle manufacturing soon after. Here are the models that have marked the history of motorcycles. Produced by Liam Dale Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

The team enters 30 East Drive, Pontefract, a house renowned as one of the most paranormally active locations in the UK. Despite a blockbuster movie and 50 years since the Pritchard family's terrifying ordeal, the team is about to uncover that the house's mysteries and haunting activity still persist. Director : Sean Reynolds Staring : Sean Reynolds, Rebecca Palmer TV series : Ghost Dimension 2017

Nathanaël Maury sets off for Indonesia, on the trail of the mythical and dangerous Komodo dragon, a fearsome carnivore with the look of a prehistoric monster, which he will have to capture with his bare hands. The Last Dragons of Komodo. Director : Nathanaël Maury

Author of 104 novels sold more than 130 million copies, Catherine Cookson (1906-1998) is a monument of British literature. Dozens of his novels have been adapted for film, television, theater and musicals. Directed by Liam Dale Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

In Canada, in 1999, doctors were alarmed by the death of a woman in her fifties who died of cryptococcal meningitis. In the following years, they treated dozens of other patients exhibiting pneumonia-like symptoms: shortness of breath, weight loss, and severe headaches. Following several studies and research, they understand that Vancouver Island is home to a very dangerous fungus. Veterinarians, in turn, reported dozens of cases in the animal population. The fungus does not affect a single species. Genetic analyses led to the conclusion that this new form of cryptococcus was identical to a common form found in Australia. Doctors find themselves with as many new questions as answers. Director : Greg Francis, Louie Maggiotto Scenario : Allison Erkelens, Rob Goldberg, Michael Martin Cast : Peter Adams, Heidi Agnew, Joe Agreste, Martha King TV series : Diagnosis : Unknown 2003

As the 2024 elections approach, Russia’s interference in American politics—through spies or agents of influence—remains a troubling reality. Vladimir Putin is counting on Donald Trump’s victory to weaken Ukraine. Why does Trump almost always support Russia? Is he compromised? Did he betray during his presidency? And why has the Republican Party shifted its stance toward Russia? Answering these questions means shedding light on a labyrinthine operation of espionage and manipulation. Still ongoing, it began in the final years of the Cold War. While it remains shrouded in mystery, some hold pieces of the puzzle. A former KGB leader, infiltrated “illegals,” a former Trump advisor, former CIA and FBI officials, and a former prosecutor provide testimony. This gripping investigative documentary, filmed like a spy thriller, takes us deep into Soviet and later Russian infiltrations in the United States. Director: Antoine VITKINE Nilaya Productions

In the savannah, lions, cheetahs, hyenas and other animals must learn to live together. Protecting territory is not always easy in this lawless world. Director: Laurent Frapat

A golf professional explains how to become unbeatable in the sport. Original title: Golf, lower your handicap Produced and directed by Liam Dale Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Osaka is the third-largest city in Japan and the second-biggest metropolitan area in the country, with more than 19 million inhabitants. Along with the rest of the country, they must deal with a rising number of emergency calls due to the ageing population, which puts a lot of pressure on emergency medical services. One of the most populous cities in the world, Greater Mexico City is home to 20 million inhabitants. Given its high population and fast-paced, vibrant way of life, it’s no wonder that the city’s emergency medical services have their work cut out for them. Director: Jérôme HELLIO

A year-long immersion with three exceptional baby animals and their breeders. From birth to their first steps through their apprenticeship and the first trials, this mini-series follows a lemur with turquoise eyes responsible for ensuring the survival of his species, a foal for whom the stage will become a real playground, and a future herd guardian puppy. 00:00 The Beginning 50:44 Step by Step 01:43:33 First Steps Director: Elodie Fertil

South Africa ranks 8th among wine producing countries in the world market. The Cape's vineyards are concentrated in a relatively small area, but the diversity of grape varieties allows them to produce a wide variety of wines. South Africa is said to be one of the "new world" wine producers, but in fact the wine industry is far from "new". Director: Jacques Vichet

Illegal chimpanzee trade has been a big problem. Pet and animal circus industry has been trafficking these endangered animals by using brutal ways. Many lost their lives caught in snares. Naive pet owners eventually learn that chimps become very strong and hard to maintain in a Human-scale habitation. The organization HELP Congo has been combating the illegal chimpanzee trade and habitat loss through deforestation in Congo for many years and the film covers what happened after their first successful attempt to reintroduce chimpanzees raised in captivity back into the wild. The organization has developed a reintroduction program in the Conkuati-Douli National Park in Republic of Congo to investigate whether it is feasible to return chimpanzees to their natural environment. The first group of chimpanzees that were brought up and released by the association have adapted to their new life in the wild and built relationships and social structure. The HELP Congo scientists have given each chimp a name to identify them and have attached transmitter collars to track and study their behavior. Having been separated from their family members these individuals face a tough challenge of starting a society from scratch. Primate behavior is a hot research area. Yale University biologist David Watts and his collaborators have been documenting their complex cooperative behavior in the wild Kibale national park. These behavior include territoriality, militaristic troop formation, hunting, sharing and bodily maintenance in the form of grooming. Other researchers have also studied more complex behavior such as future planning such as nesting site choice in vicinity to fruiting fig trees. The fig-loving chimps would position their nests in the direction of the best breakfast bounty. Such flexible planning may have supported the evolution of our own calorie-hungry brains.

Yamaha motorcycles have existed since 1955. The quality of these motorcycles and the power of their engines still amaze us. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

The team heads to Elland to investigate a haunted pub, surrounded by tales of murders and mysterious deaths. Reports of ghostly activity add to the eerie atmosphere. The team seeks to uncover who or what haunts the beer cellar and whether headless horses will make an appearance during their investigation. Director : Sean Reynolds Staring : Rebecca Palmer, Sean Reynolds TV series : Ghost Dimension 2017

Micronesia, 2000 little worlds surrounded by the vast ocean… The one thing they have in common is the feeling that the Pacific Ocean is their only link with the rest of the universe. We meet Augustin, the solitary sentinel of a cursed city, Pasan, the tribal chief and Bruce, the dedicated traveller. Director: Maud de Bohan Original title: Somewhere on Earth: Micronesia

In the small region of Ladakh, in India, the population has been hit for several years by natural disasters linked to global warming: torrential rains, epidemics... Sustainable development initiatives are led by engineers from the region. Director: Stanzin Dorjai Gya & Christiane Mordelet Original title: Jungwa, the broken balance

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is only apparently a reformer.

Features exclusive interviews with 101-year-old Margaret Lambert, the top German high jumper excluded from the games because she was Jewish and Captain Eric “Winkle” Brown who recalls visiting the games as a 17-year-old and watching Jesse Owens, the fastest man on earth whose achievements so infuriated Hitler. Director: Daniel Kontur

In April 1995, in Washington D.C., an individual shot a police officer while he and his colleague were in their car. The police asked the FBI for help. A potential suspect was identified, but no trace could be found. After several months of combing the country, the agents finally get lucky. The suspect is in Baltimore, Maryland. A special squad is set up to arrest him. Unfortunately, the murderer is still at work. He finds an unarmed policeman and shoots him in the head as the latter is about to make an arrest. A violent gun battle ensues. The assassin's reign finally comes to an end when he comes under fire from an FBI agent. Director : Joe Wiecha Scenario : Daphna Rubin, Mark Marabella Narrator : Anthony D. Call Cast : James Kallstrom, Timothy Askew TV series : FBI Files 2000

During the tourist season, Ibiza's hospitals and medical clinics are under enormous pressure; much of the extra work imposed on staff is caused by late night excesses. These abuses sometimes even lead to deaths. In Thailand, the Full Moon Party is a legendary festival that takes place every full moon evening and attracts several thousands of tourists. During this festival which seems rather like a rite of passage, nurses keep watch over partygoers from all over the world to make sure everyone makes it home in one piece. Director : Jérôme HELLIO

Bees plays an important role in pollination of plants and the production of crops for human and animal consumption. Director: Jan Haft Original title: Children of the Sun - Wild Bees

In Mississippi, on the Gulf Coast, a judge and his wife are found brutally murdered in their home. The murderer left few clues. The investigation goes nowhere. The FBI agents come into play. They shed light on a corrupt local government and a ruthless group of conspirators known as the Dixie Mafia. They are suspected of fraud, money laundering and murder. Director : Susan Mann Cast : Roman Alis, Margaret Ange, Sabrina Ballenger, Stan Beadle, Kim Blasdell, Paul Bohn, Mark, Bohn, Ken Boner, Neil Boone, John Buford, Natasha Bunnell, Bob Burke

Pow Wow is an ethereal photographic essay of Coachella Valley and the people who live there. This complex documentary portrays an epic cross-section of inhabitants and places. Director : Robinson Devor Cast : Byron Grace, Ronald House, Ann Heavey, Antonio Heredia Jr., Robert Knoop 00:00 Creation stories 06:30 Transitions zones 12:05 The Abundant earth 21:17 Rites and rituals 31:02 Dream voyages 43:09 The cult of the runner 55:46 Extinction 59:21 Rebirth and renewal 01:05:39 Burial grounds Original title: Pow Wow

The political drama of the fall of the Iron Curtain as told by one of its power brokers and the widow of one of its casualties. A film by Anders Østergaard and Erzsébet Rácz year: 2014 https://www.1989thefilm.com/

Leua, an itinerant vendor, spends part of each year traveling with his family on the Upper Mekong near the borders of China, Burma and Thailand. He knows this mythic river inside and out. Pheng is also an inveterate traveler but he sets out for the most remote corners of the country at the wheel of his old army truck. Pheng, who practices meditation, is progressing on the path of wisdom that all Buddhists dream of traveling. A thousand km to the south, near the Cambodian border, are the Khone Phapheng Falls, the largest in Southeast Asia. Sohane is a fisherman, a very dangerous profession. Working above these turbulent waters, he places his life in the hands of the spirits of the Mekong. Director: Laurent Cadoret Original title: Somewhere on Earth: Laos

Sonoma Valley, considered part of the province of California, lies north of San Francisco, and parallel to Napa Valley. This region has a vineyard area roughly equivalent to that of Napa Valley, but has far fewer wineries. North of Los Angeles, the Santa Barbara region, made up of a multitude of different microclimates, has a history of wine production that dates back to the late 18th century. The region has recently become famous thanks to the cult film "Sideways". Director : Jacques Vichet

The team investigate a famous hotel in Liverpool, frequented by Everton fans for over a century, where some guests appear to have never checked out... Director : Sean Reynolds Staring : Rebecca Palmer, Sean Reynolds, Paul Jowett TV series : Ghost Dimension 2018

Mara, a cheetah in the African savannah, faces constant threats from predators while raising her cubs alone. She teaches them to hunt and survive, but their future remains uncertain due to the harsh environment. With only 7,000 cheetahs left in the wild, the species faces a sharp decline. The story emphasizes the urgent need for conservation to protect cheetahs from extinction, highlighting their vulnerability in a rapidly shrinking habitat.

Bold, daring and impossible to ignore, UTE is a singer-songwriter bringing her uplifting anthems to the global stage. She has amassed a following worldwide for her inspiring story and irresistibly infectious positive outlook on life. Director : Aaron Lee Lopez Cast : Ute Original title: Ute: Keeping the Spirit

It’s the birthplace of the Bollywood romances, but in real life, kissing in the street in India is considered obscene. In a place where 90% of marriages are arranged and the bride’s family must pay a large dowry, young girls are taught that society considers them a burden. Millions of baby girls are abandoned or illegally aborted. We investigate the role of India’s system of castes and customs and hear from a lawyer who defends parents who have murdered their children in ‘honor’ crimes. We also meet openly gay Prince Manvendra who fights for his love and for his society to become more accepting and educated in a country where homosexuality is illegal. From forbidden love stories to arranged marriages and spectacular weddings where the bride and groom only just met, we follow the epic stories of young couples in India. Director : Sarah Fournier

John Surtees, son of a motorcycle shop owner and three-time sidecar champion, began riding at 11. He left school at 16, became a motorcycle engineer for Vincent Motorcycles, and won his first race. Transitioning to F1, he impressed with Ferrari, winning the 1964 world championship. He's the only person to win titles on two and four wheels. He also competed in the US, surviving a crash, and later started his own F1 team, which struggled financially. He retired from motorsport and pursued a successful career in property development. Tragically, his son Henry died in a racing accident in 2009. Director: Jason Fenwick Series: Racing Through Time

After D-Day, Hitler's situation deteriorated day by day. Despite this, his army was not yet defeated and during the Battle of Ardennes in France, there were terrible American losses. However, as the year progressed, Hitler's last hopes of victory diminished. Narrated and directed by Liam Dale

Agatha Christie’s novels have been translated into 44 languages and sold in 103 countries. After Shakespeare, she is the world’s best selling author in any genre with over 2 billion books sold. On the 75th anniversary of the creation of one of her most famous characters, the immortal spinster sleuth Miss Marple, comes a brand new documentary. In a game of sleuth and deduction it sets out to solve one of the greatest puzzles; just what makes Agatha Christie such a successful writer? This 60 minute documentary introduces viewers to new fields of scientific enquiry using sophisticated computer analysis of Christie’s every written word, her sentence structure, story arcs, poisons used, red herrings, clues and so on. Produced with the full cooperation of Chorion, the company that owns the Agatha Christie estate, this documentary, just like one of her own famous stories, combines all the thrills of a real detective investigation with the exciting race for a new scientific discovery.

A harsh land where the bashing winds sculpt spectacular landscapes, we discover the secrets of the saffron, the traces of the mythical desert caravans and the High Atlas Mountains. We meet Abdullah, who will teach us the secrets of saffron, Julia, a nurse and Ali and l’Hô, the guides in the Sahara. Director: Aurélie Massait

Join John Challis on his journey to Belgrade, Serbia, where he aims to uncover why 'Only Fools and Horses' is so popular in the country. From a Royal Palace, to a brandy distillery. A must-watch for any fan of Only Fools and Horses. Director : Lazar Vukovic Cast : John Challis Original title: Boycie in Belgrade

It was probably in September 1993, after the signing of the Oslo Accords, that Yitzhak Rabin signed his death warrant, by agreeing to shake Yasser Arafat's hand in front of the world's cameras. The Nobel Peace Prize he received the following year did nothing to change that: he was now the target of unwavering hatred in the most extreme Israeli circles. On November 4, 1995, Yitzhak Rabin, the hero of the 1948 war who had said that we should "fight terrorism as if there were no negotiations, and negotiate as if there were no terrorism," was assassinated by an Israeli religious extremist during a peace demonstration. An isolated act or a vast conspiracy? The question is still unresolved.

Following massacres by the Burmese army in 2017, 740,000 Rohingya fled en masse to neighbouring Bangladesh, which confined them in the Cox’s Bazar refugee camp. Five years after this massive influx, Cox’s Bazar has become the most densely populated refugee camp in the world and the most dangerous too… threatened by floods, fires, and gang wars. Conditions are squalid but the alternative may be even worse. Two years ago, the government of Bangladesh decided to move some of these refugees to the isolated island of Bhasan Char in the Bay of Bengal. Located four hours away, this military base, nicknamed “prison island”, has been transformed into a reception camp for the Rohingyas. Already 23,000 have been relocated and Dhaka hopes to transport 100,000 in total. For the first time since the camp opened in December 2020, Bangladesh has allowed a Western team to travel there. The aerial images are striking: a horizon of identical barracks that inevitably evokes a detention camp. The island is vulnerable to cyclones and it is not certain that the dam built will be enough to protect its residents. Upon arriving on the island, families are assigned a personal space, but denied the possibility of working, without access to education and above all without the right to leave. “We don’t know how long we will stay here. Bangladesh will take us where it decides,” explains Mounir, settled for thirteen months with his wife and their three children, born on the island. He already regrets having made the journey. But the government of Bangladesh does not want to grant the Rohingya the freedom to come and go, for fear that these refugees will mix with the population and end up integrating. Their ultimate goal is to relocate the refugees back to Burma. Directors: Mathilde Cusin & Alban Alvarez

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The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has been on-going since the mid-Twentieth Century. The Israeli settlers are waging a daily war on the Palestinians who remain. After years of violent resistance a new generation of Palestinians have undertaken a new strategy and are fighting back with video cameras rather than guns. An in-depth and eye-opening investigation into life in the West Bank. by Paul Moreira

In December 2003 over 30,000 fans packed out the Ahoy Rotterdam over three nights, to welcome back to their second home the band that Holland has taken to its heart...UB40. Drawing from over twenty years of hits and an unrivalled set list, as well as showcasing new material from their 'Homegrown' album, the band responded as only they know how, by playing a blistering series of gigs that seasoned UB40 fans have rated as some of their best ever. This unique live show captures the special bond between a band, ranked amongst the finest live performers in the world, and its audience who realise they are enjoying something very special. Join that audience to hear every note, see every moment and be prepared to be blown away Director : Robin Bextor Cast : UB40

The south of the Rhône Valley is characterized by vast spaces, varied, often poor soils, and a Mediterranean climate, the hottest in the Côtes-du-Rhône region, with 2,800 hours of sunshine and an average temperature annual 14°. Director : Jacques Vichet

The greatest fashion designer of the 20th century, Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, died suddenly in her suite at the swish Hotel Ritz in Paris half a century

Documentary using only original colour footage charts the 12 years from Adolf Hitler's rise to power to the fall of Berlin in 1945. Complemented by eyewitness material, tracks the dramatic transformation of Germany into a Nazi state, looks into Hitler's relationship with his lover Eva Braun and replicates pivotal events, including Nazi rallies, the invasion of Poland, Hitler's meeting with Lloyd George, the horrors of Buchenwald concentration camp, Warsaw's Jewish Ghetto, the Battle of Britain and the fall of Berlin.

Silverstone is not set in majestic parklands or near an exotic beach; it is a windy former air-field in the midlands of England. Yet, it is the very heartland of motor racing and is the central point for most of the teams in Grand Prix racing. Silverstone has always been renowned for its high speeds and is regarded by many as “the track” to do well at; indeed if you win at Silverstone the world sits up and takes notice. Director: Jason Fenwick Series: Racing Through Time

Bex and Sean delve deep into Woolton Hall, a derelict mansion in Liverpool. They appear to be forced out of the building by an unknown force and it takes it toll on one of the team members as they begin to unlock the secrets that have remained locked up for years. Director : SEAN REYNOLDS

On February 15, 1997, images of Chevie and Cheyne Kehoe killing federal and local police officers in Wilmington, Ohio, sent shockwaves across the country. The officers were unarmed. The two brothers manage to flee the state. The FBI tracks them down. It also learns that Chevie and one of his associates, Daniel Lee, are suspects in a 1996 triple homicide in Arkansas. The suspects are part of a neo-Nazi group whose aim is to eliminate all blacks in the country. Their crimes included armed robbery and kidnapping. Four months after the massacre, FBI agents finally arrested them in Utah. Director : Bertrand Morin Cast : Jason Armstrong, Joel Becker, Dan Beltran, Clayton Bennett, Sally Berman, Eileen Boarman, Dorothy Boring, Hunter Brooks, Peyton Brown, Matt Burns, Jeff Cathcart Series: The FBI Files

A struggling standup comedian decides to jump start her career by walking across the United States. Never having hiked before, and not a comedy club in sight, getting laughs won’t be the only hard part. Director : Jessica Watkins Cast : Jessica Watkins

Created in 1909, Suzuki motorcycles continue to charm us thanks to their design, quality and speed. This is their story. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Corsica is an island full of natural treasures. Its beaches are lapped by the Mediterranean, where the sea/bed harbors strange and wonderful creatures; some found nowhere else in the world. Take a look at this unique, beautiful coastal ecosystem.

Classic tracks from one of the most interesting and talented bands to ever grace the world of music, are all included in this live collection of songs alongside new tracks for the very first time. 10cc were formed in 1972 with the line up of Eric Stewart, Graham Gouldman, Kevin Godley and Lol Creme. Director : Robin Bextor Cast : Rick Fenn, Kevin Godley, Graham Gouldman

David Kurth, a 43-year-old landscaper, suddenly developed high fevers. As his condition worsened, his family took him to the hospital. They thought he had pneumonia, but the doctor found out he had tularemia, a very rare bacterial disease. His condition quickly became critical, and he died a few days later. Over the next month, ten more people got infected. Medical investigators from the Center for Health Control and Connecticut state officials are looking for a link between these cases and noticed that most of the victims worked outdoors. Director : Jeffrey Fine, Greg Francis, Louie Maggiotto Scenario : Michael Ray Brown, Allison Erkelens, Michael Martin Cast : Thom Kikot (narrator), Craig Abraham, William Abrams, Jeff Anderson TV series : Diagnosis : Unknown 2003

In this special episode, its the night before Sean and Bex are joined by their celebrity guest and they checkout The Black Horse in Pluckley Village to investigate the paranormal hauntings at the most haunted pub in the UK. Director : SEAN REYNOLDS

The Cairo Archaeological Museum is a museum in which many treasures of Ancient Egypt are stored. The Old Kingdom which laid all the foundations of what was to be Ancient Egypt. The New Kingdom, with the busts of Amenhotep 3 and Amenhotep 4. A stele presents the family of Akhenaten, the father of one of the most emblematic pharaohs Tutankhamun. Director : Jacques VICHET

Tony is getting married tomorrow, and is getting ready to surprise his bride by serenading her from beneath her window – a romantic tradition which goes back to the Middle Ages. Meanwhile, Italy is adjusting after a political earthquake. Its first female prime minister, Giorgia Meloni, was elected on a platform of a return to traditional family values. She promotes a vision of the Italian woman as a devoted mother and upholder of Christian beliefs. Italy has the lowest birth rate in Europe, with a birth rate of less than 1.2, compared to 1.6 in the UK, 1.64 in the USA, and 2 in France. At this rate, Italy’s population could reduce by 16 million over the next 50 years. Traditionalists fear for the status of the family, and reactionary Catholic campaigners are pushing back on abortion rights. They have considerable influence among doctors, who can refuse to perform an abortion based on conscientious objection. Seventy per cent of doctors in Italy refuse on that basis. Italy is famous for weddings, and many couples come from around the world to celebrate a fairytale wedding here. Yet, among Italians, less and fewer people are getting married, and those who do are getting older. Less than half of Italians celebrate a traditional wedding in church. Two thirds of young people (18-34) still live at home with their parents, and it is difficult to leave home. These ‘failure to launch’ youngsters are called bamboccioni – ‘big babies’ who refuse to cut the cord. This is even more prevalent in the impoverished south of the country, where one in two young people are unemployed. Without a home of their own or enough money to afford a hotel room, their clandestine trysts are often limited to the back of a car. We meet a tailor who equips his clients with the perfect made-to-measure elegance necessary for seduction, and we meet hopeful young men practising their chat up lines on the street corner. While the birth rate is the lowest in Europe, Italy is a world leader in plastic surgery, where 15% of adolescents have already gone under the scalpel, and it is of course famous for its glamorous TV presenters. But Italy remains the most romantic country in the world for many, who flock to Verona to see the balcony where Juliet looked down to see her Romeo. Despite the political divisions and controversy, the enchantment of romantic Italy is as strong as ever.

It is a rare specimen which has terrorized an entire population for many years. As Newsweek reports, a six-meter-long, 900-kilogram crocodile, nicknamed Gustave, is believed to have killed more than 300 people living near Lake Tanganyika, in Burundi.

The Luftwaffe continued its attempts to bomb Britain into submission, while the German Afrika Korps strengthened its position as Rommel, Hitler's "Desert Fox", took charge. At sea the naval forces battle each other and the elements, as the Japanese embark upon a spy mission to gather information about the American Fleet at Pearl Harbor. Narrated by Liam Dale

Get to know the actors who have embodied the super spy: Connery, Lazenby, Moore, Dalton, Brosnan, and Craig, their similarities & the characteristics that differentiate each one when exhibiting 007’s well-known charm, class and elegance, combined with his physical and mental prowess, that make James Bond, a real life superhero. Director : Miguel Somoza

Through his dramatic gesture, the student wishes to protest against the invasion of his country by the Soviets. A look back at this desperate act which marked the history of Czechoslovakia. The sacrifice of Jan Palach.

Public health officials in Albuquerque, New Mexico, are dealing with a very rare blood abnormality. Many patients suffer from acute muscle pain, fever, and itching. 21 people died. Similar cases are reported in 5 other states. The epidemic spread. Experts from the Center for Disease Control are helping federal and state officials find the source of the disease. The task is enormous. What is the link between all these cases? After 6 months of investigation, the researchers finally found the answer. The patients were infected while taking contaminated dietary supplements sold in health food stores across the United States. Director : David Haycox Scenario : Allison Erkelens, Michael Martin Cast : Thom Kikot (narrator), John Adams, Glenn Aquino, Kiersten Armstrong TV series : Diagnosis : Unknown 2002

A man suffers from severe stomach problems and vomiting. When his future wife took him to the emergency room, the doctors detected a black mass by X-ray. Despite surgery, the patient was unable to recover completely. The couple married and the man's health problems persisted. He is then subjected to new examinations. The results are alarming. His body contains 20 times the lethal dose of arsenic. An investigation into the death of the woman's previous husband was then opened. The presence of arsenic was reconfirmed and the woman was charged with murder. Director : Greg Francis, David Haycox Scenario : Joe Amodio, Allison Erkelens Cast : Phillip Crowley (narrator), Joseph Andrabe, Jeffrey Butts, Patrick Cashman, Barry Cheshire TV series : Diagnosis : Unknown 2004

Among the clashes in Eastern Europe of the First World War, the Battle of Gallipoli, also called the Battle of the Dardanelles, is one of the best known. From March 18, 1915, to January 9, 1916, troops of the British Empire and France clashed with Ottoman troops for control of a strategic strait. Why such a battle, and what were the consequences? Director : Andrea Vogt, Paul Russell

Spa is considered to be one of the most challenging racetracks in the world, mainly due to its fast, hilly and twisty nature, and is a firm favorite amongst both racing drivers and fans. Director: Jason Fenwick Series: Racing Through Time

Obtuvimos acceso cinematográfico sin precedentes a dos prisiones japonesas para descubrir si las acusaciones de que el sistema es inhumano son ciertas. Lo que presenciamos fue asombroso. Los reclusos deben marchar a sus lugares de trabajo atados con una cuerda; no se les permite mirar a los guardias a los ojos; Fuera del horario de ocio previsto deberán guardar absoluto silencio salvo que hayan obtenido previamente permiso para hablar. El trato dado a los sospechosos bajo custodia empuja a muchos a confesar delitos que no cometieron, como fue el caso de un hombre que pasó 46 años en el corredor de la muerte. Finalmente fue exonerado hace seis años, pero quedó devastado. Intentamos explicar por qué un país que opera según estrictos principios de equilibrio y orden puede optar por un sistema tan represivo, y ver si esto puede explicar por qué Japón tiene una de las tasas de criminalidad más bajas del mundo.

The Damned recorded live at Shepherds Bush Empire, on July 31st 2002. Director : Robin Bextor Cast : The Damned, David Vanian, Captain Sensible

The team ventures into the Tivoli Theatre in North Wales, a place once filled with laughter and emotion from the performances held there. Now marked by the scars of a devastating fire that claimed the life of an employee, the theatre seems haunted by mysterious forces. But did the flames truly erase everything ? In the backstage, whispers echo, shadows appear, and the past intertwines with the present. The team is about to discover that the curtain has never truly fallen on the secrets of the Tivoli Theatre... Director : Sean Reynolds Staring : Rebecca Palmer, Sean Reynolds, Paul Jowett TV series : Ghost Dimension 2017

Vangelis was arguably the most prolific film composer of all time. His music for Blade Runner is among the most influential scores ever written. His Oscar-winning theme for Chariots of Fire is used for sporting events around the world. This all-encompassing film details his influences and inspiration with many of the most influential stars. Director: Tony Palmer Cast: OLIVER STONE, HENRY MANCINI, SEAN CONNERY, RIDLEY SCOTT, MONTSERRAT CABALLÉ, DAVID PUTTNAM, MARISS JANSONS, JULIAN RACHLIN, JON ANDERSON, HUGH HUDSON, GÉRARD DEPARDIEU, ROMAN POLANSKI.

From Lyon, the Rhône crosses a region of steep hills of granite, schist and gneiss which are cultivated with vines. This region is characterized by granite soil and steep, narrow slopes on which the vines have to manage. Director: Jacques Vichet

Adolf Hitler's life, from his early years to his rise to power, is marked by ambition, failure, and radical ideology. Born in 1889, Hitler aspired to be an artist but faced rejection, leading him to a bohemian life in Vienna, where he developed deep anti-Semitic views. After serving as a soldier in World War I and being devastated by Germany's defeat, he joined the German Workers' Party, later becoming the leader of the Nazi Party. His oratory skills and radical nationalist ideas gained him a significant following. Following the failed 1923 Beer Hall Putsch, Hitler was imprisoned and wrote Mein Kampf, which outlined his ideology. By 1933, Hitler became Chancellor, establishing a totalitarian regime. His anti-Semitic policies culminated in the Holocaust, and his expansionist ambitions led to World War II in 1939, causing the deadliest conflict in history. Hitler's transformation from a failed artist to a dictator shaped modern history.

Claude Dallas leads the life of a cowboy. He's a loner who trusts no one. He lives by poaching. One day, two forest rangers confront him and he shoots them dead with his gun. After a merciless manhunt, Dallas is finally captured and charged. A few months later, he escaped from prison. Dallas' name was put on the FBI's 10 most wanted list. He managed to evade justice for 10 years until the FBI traced him to a small town in California. Dallas is currently serving a 30-year prison sentence for murder. Director : Clinton Jay High, Jr. Cast : Greg Blair, Shawn Blasingame, Franklin Blueskye, Steve Bryan, Karter Carter, John Crimmons, Jim Crutchfield, Scott Cudia, Joanne Culpeper, Larry Culpeper

At the beginning of the New Kingdom, the Pharaohs chose a new mode of burial, no longer in pyramids but in tombs dug in the rock. In the Valley of the Kings, a total of 62 tombs have been discovered, dug between the middle of the 16th century and the middle of the 11th century BC. The Valley of the Queens contains about 100 tombs not only of queens, but also of princes. The Valley of the Nobles contains 415 tombs of important people in the entourage of the pharaoh. Director: Jacques VICHET

Dr. Harold "Fred" Shipman was respected by his patients and colleagues. However, the police began to suspect him in light of the alarming rate of deaths of his clients. The victims, always women, are usually found dead in their homes, still clothed, without explanation or known disease. One day, the daughter of one of the patients receives a letter stating that her mother bequeaths all... No one could have imagined who Dr. Shipman really was... Director : Bertrand Morin Scenario : Allison Erkelens, Mark Kadin, David O'Donnell Cast : Phillip Crowley (narrator), Mark Anthony Aman, Stephen Benante, Pamela Bird TV series : Diagnosis : Unknown 2004

In a corner of Australia exists a link to an ancient culture. At a place of huge environmental significance, an unlikely partnership could see it saved for future generations. Director : Bill Code Cast : Mary, Bob

Investigates the history of Honda motorcycles, presenting the first motorcycles to the most famous. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

On October 6, 1981, Egyptian President Anwar Sadat was assassinated during a military parade by Islamic extremists. Despite anticipating danger due to rising tensions from his policies, Sadat remained confident until his death. His assassination marked a significant turning point, with extremists aiming to overthrow the government and establish a theocratic regime. The attack not only ended Sadat's life but also attempted to steer Egypt toward an Islamic revolution. The event shocked the world, highlighting the growing influence of religious extremism in the region.

It was probably in September 1993, after the signing of the Oslo Accords, that Yitzhak Rabin signed his death warrant, by agreeing to shake Yasser Arafat's hand in front of the world's cameras. The Nobel Peace Prize he received the following year did nothing to change that: he was now the target of unwavering hatred in the most extreme Israeli circles. On November 4, 1995, Yitzhak Rabin, the hero of the 1948 war who had said that we should "fight terrorism as if there were no negotiations, and negotiate as if there were no terrorism," was assassinated by an Israeli religious extremist during a peace demonstration. An isolated act or a vast conspiracy? The question is still unresolved.

After the arrests of the Mafia godfathers during the early 2000s, Italy hoped that it had finally put an end to organized crime. Instead, some of the notorious mafia old guard have been replaced by a young generation of mobsters, known as the ‘Baby Mafia’.

Kabul, now under Taliban control, is one of the most dangerous cities in the world. The population of four million people face oppression and hunger. Before the Taliban returned, some areas within the city had embraced a more Western way of life, with women eating in restaurants without a male chaperone, girls playing football, and families walking together in the markets and parks. That has all changed now. Original title: Dangerous Cities, Kabul

Just one month after his election as head of the Vatican, the pontiff succumbed to a heart attack. The mystery surrounding his death remains intact and some people are spreading the idea that Pope John Paul I was poisoned by his opponents. But what is the reality? It is one of the most enigmatic deaths of the 20th century.

Places that are hotbeds of innovation and ideas, and that are affordable and enjoyable to work and live in, will be places that people gravitate to. The places we’ve identified all have an appetite to create – or recreate – the future. Director : Harry Lawson, Bill Darmon, Chris Ernst Cast : Desmond Dickerson, Caroline Styr, Rob Brown

Brexit was presented as a populist revolution against the elite. But in the years since the referendum, a group of men deep in the heart of the British establishment have been carrying out a coup of a different kind – using Brexit to try and turn Britain into a low-tax, low regulation, high finance utopia. This revolution is funded by dark money – cash from unknown sources – which has been flooding into the British political system through mysterious front groups, opaque offshore firms, clandestine digital campaigns and corporate lobbyists in disguise. Today dark money and shadowy influence operations continue to push an agenda that is anything but popular, and is deeply undemocratic. In this film, we follow the dark money trails to find out: who are the men who bought Brexit, and what is their vision for Britain’s future?` Director : Tom Costello

In the twilight of his life, Mike, an ordinary American man from Kentucky, is convinced of one thing: his son Kelly was murdered. The police have closed the case but Mike intends to uncover the truth. Director: Antoine Favre & Laura Froidefond

St James Cemetery is set behind Liverpool Cathedral and is claimed to be the worlds most haunted, with the remains of over 58,000 people buried at the location and multiple claims of paranormal sightings. Will the team survive the night unscathed? Will they encounter witchcraft or a vampire that is believed to roam the grounds to this very day? Director : SEAN REYNOLDS

The Pulse discusses current ecological issues around the world and highlights solutions to these problems. Original title: the Pulse

Larry Horn believes he has committed the perfect crime. He meticulously planned and plotted the murders of his wife, their 8-year-old son and the nurse who was staying at their home. With no clues to pursue the investigation, the Maryland police call in the FBI. The special agents soon manage to shed light on an extremely complex plot motivated by Horn's greed. Director : Joseph Wiecha Cast : Todd Banister, Lucious Bennett, Sean Borski, Perry Bossout, Candice Brammer, Erin Buchanan, Bucky Buchanan, Matt Burns, Robert Cameron

The story of the Lotus is the story of one man: Colin Chapman. Chapman’s influence on the world of motor racing was immense, and his legacy as a uniquely talented engineer, designer, entrepreneur, and enthusiast still lives on today. Director: Jason Fenwick Series: Racing Through Time

This full documentary explores the mystery of intimate relationships during the German Occupation. More than 200,000 births had taken place following the union between French women and German soldiers. However, these German conquests were not only female.

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We invite you to discover the Bissagos Islands, an isolated territory of Guinee Bissau, in West Africa. These sacred lands resemble a vast river delta. Marcelinho is a traditional healer from Empincha, a village situated on the island of Carache in the Bijagos Islands. He learned the art of traditional medicine from his father and has been practicing it to treat people in the northern islands. In recent years, Marcelinho has also received training in the fundamentals of modern western medicine from foreign doctors. The Bissagos Islands are home to the island of Orango, situated in the far south, and designated as a World Biosphere Reserve and the country's first National Park. Pedro, a generous man, resides on this island and works as a reporter for Okinka Pampa, Orango's small radio station. He is always on the lookout for stories to share with his listeners. Quintino, residing on the island of Caravella, is preparing for the fanado, the highest initiation rite that will unlock a mysterious and secret world to him. This rite is considered the most important phase of his life and is celebrated by the community with great enthusiasm. Director: Laurent Cadoret Series: Around the World

Relive the most iconic moments in the story of the Triumph motorcycle. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Bex and Sean delve deep into a building that has survived world wars and is home some very social ghosts. They come face to face with an angry spirit and something strange appears to be lurking in the basement. Director: SEAN REYNOLDS Original title: A Social Club for the Paranormal

The Temple of Karnak, north of Luxor, is composed of several temples, kiosks, pylons and obelisks dedicated to the worship of the Theban Triad (the gods Amun, Mut and Khonsu) and to the glory of the pharaohs. The site is composed of several temples gathered in three enclosures. The enclosure of Amun-Ra includes the famous hypostyle hall composed of 134 columns. Director: Jacques VICHET

In Anchorage, Alaska, a man rapes a young mother and her two young daughters before killing them. The agents gather only one clue: a tea towel used by the murderer to wash himself, with crabs on it. An FBI expert literally combs through every hair and fiber in the apartment. He's determined to find out how the killer did it. The mother's nephew, Kirby Anthoney, became a prime suspect. He was later convicted of all three murders. Director : Stuart Taylor Cast : David Applegate, Michael Cilento, Shirley Collier, John Crimmins, DeAnna Day, Billy Dean, Bruce Dutcher, Mike Franks, Joe Genovese, Katherine Geroe, Maggie Geroe, Joan Griswold

The Vikings changed Europe forever, yet half of them have almost completely disappeared from collective memory: the women. Quite unjustly so, as they played an important role in the world of the Vikings and performed extraordinary deeds: Viking women commanded ships and settled colonies. Directors: Alexander Hogh, Kai Christiansen, Judith Voelker, Yoav Parish

A daring predator is on the prowl in South Carolina. He abducts young women from their homes, in broad daylight. He even calls the family of one of his victims to manipulate her parents. The local police ask the FBI for help. With cunning and ingenuity, psychologists and forensic experts foil the predator's plans and put an end to his game. Director : Stuart Taylor Cast : Shawn Arledge, Autherine Ashley, John Bentz, Peter Bootsma, Jr., Dorothy Boring, Ralph Denton, Roger Fields, Mark Fritzinger, Alan Gamble, Martha Geroe Series: The FBI Files

In India and the Middle East, we follow the daily lives of women in the police force. A dangerous profession where women get respect. Director : Pascal CARRON, Jean BOURBONNAIS

The Alps! A thirteen hundred kilometres long stone mountain range in the heart of Europe. Steep slopes, wind swept cutting edge rocks. An air desperately lacking of oxygen. A biting cold. How do living beings adapt to those extreme conditions? How do they seduce each other, raise their youngsters, conquer new territories and roam vast distances? How can they live in these infernal conditions? From the mighty bear who fears no one to the strange bearded vulture who only eats bones, from the lonely she-wolf cast out of her pack to the surprising brown frog who lives in the snow, the animals who live in the Alps must outsmart each day the natural hazards of this extreme environment. From the highest tops down to the deepest valleys, here are the surprising destinies of those species facing the violence of the mountain. The makers of Wild France take you on an incredible journey through the frozen heart of Europe to discover that it is not always the strongest who survives, but more often those who help each others. Director: Fred Fougea Stars: Nathan Willcocks Wild France Opus 1 https://youtu.be/-FcsItpGyfc Wild France Opus 2 https://youtu.be/WA6LtwfHXmI Wild France Opus 3 https://youtu.be/Lhi5USQ1N9I

The mating behaviors of African savannah animals are complex and varied. Species like lions, elephants, leopards, giraffes, hyenas, and cheetahs have developed unique strategies to overcome challenges in finding a mate. Male elephants become aggressive due to heightened testosterone, while female hyenas dominate their male partners. Leopards and giraffes face difficulties due to territorial separation, while lions engage in intense, drawn-out courtship rituals. Each species uses different approaches, from physical displays of strength to endurance and patience, to align and reproduce. In the savannah, mating is not just about dominance but involves intricate strategies and social behaviors adapted to their environment.

A great combination of the first ever feature film featuring the Stranglers, the award winning short Norfolk Coast starring Jean Jacques Burnel in the main role of Warner alongside Academy Award nominee Susannah York, Nicholas Ball and Lynsey Baxter, together with some strange cameos from the band. Director : Robin Bextor Cast : Nicholas Ball, Jean-Jacques Burnel

For 25 years, Harald Sandner, a history enthusiast, has traced the Führer's itinerary from his childhood to the end of his life.

From the origins of motor racing and the UK's first purpose built race track at Brooklands, all the way through to the advent of commercial advertising, computer aided technological advancements and the Formula One World Championship that we all know and love today. Director: Jason Fenwick Series: Racing Through Time

On June 21, 1964, in Mississippi's Neshoba County, three civil rights activists - two white men and a black man - went missing. A major investigation enabled FBI agents to find their bodies. Director : Jeffrey Fine Cast : Terence Afer-Anderson, Dennis Allard, Jeff Anderson, Tamar Anitai, Erica Baggett, Mr. Baggett, Vance Bartley, Luscius Bennett, Bill Bishop, Dorothy Boring, James Boring, Jim Britt, Denise Britt

00:00 Chimp Haven in Louisiana is the main home for chimpanzees retired from U.S Government bio-medical research facilities with six large forested areas, the animals are able to live their best chimp life. Meet the characters and the people who care for and love them. 30:21 Elephant Nature Park is the vision of one woman - Lek Chailert. She has devoted her life to campaigning for the rights and welfare of Thailand’s majestic national symbol, and this film captures the quite extraordinary bond she has developed with the rescued elephants 59:12 Today in America, wild horses are in peril, as they are rounded up by government agencies and placed in holding pens. Return to Freedom is here to help. Founder Neda De Mayo calls for safe fertility programs in the wild and for those already caged, removing them to natural environments such as their Return to Freedom sanctuaries across California.

After a series of bank robberies and murders in Miami in the mid-80s, the FBI begins an exhaustive 8-month investigation. The agents had no major clues or suspects, but they were determined to uncover the identity of the criminals raging in the area. On April 11, 1986, officers spotted the vehicle used in the bank robberies while on patrol. A bloody confrontation ensued the attempted arrest of the two passengers. After the shootout, the two suspects and two officers were dead. Five other officers were seriously injured. Director : Joseph Wiecha Cast : Michael Bassham, David Blais, Bob Blount, John Bracciale, Helen Brown, Payton Brown, Tim Buchanan, Katrina Clinton, Ron Conrad, Dennis Craff, John Crimmins Series: The FBI files

Bex and Sean are joined by reality TV star Charlie Doherty in the most haunted village in the UK and investigate the most haunted pub in the UK, The Black Horse. Will they survive the night or will reality set in when the lights go out and the spirits come out to play? Director : SEAN REYNOLDS Original title: The Black Horse in Pluckley Village

The French are no longer the only ones to produce the best wine. Americans have become an important competitor to wines from other countries, and particularly in California, where great wines are produced. Director : Jacques Vichet

Humans are analogue! We're literally sick of the digital world engulfing us. People are yearning for real things and authenticty. IMPOSSIBLE is sensuous and inspiring film about the revenge of analog. And the eccentric, crazy Austrian scientist, who saved the world's last Polaroid factory - just when Steve Jobs introduced the first iPhone. An entertaining underdog story of a very modern Don Quixote, shot on 35mm. And a sumptuous invitation to fall in love with real things again. Director: Jens Meurer Full documentary Original title: An Impossible Project

The Ghost Dimension team travel back in time to The Galleries of Justice in Nottingham. This was a one stop shop for justice where criminals were held awaiting trial and should they be found guilty and sentenced to death they would be taken to the waiting gallows and hung. Do the spirits of the condemned still languish within the cells, afraid to move on to their final judgement? Director: SEAN REYNOLDS

Ever since the first ancient hunters followed wolves to the location of prey, humans have had a deep-seated connection to canines. We lived symbiotically with the wolf over tens of thousands of years. These wild animals eventually became “man’s best friend” in the form of domesticated dog. Director: Peter Von Puttkamer

This documentary aims at bringing awareness to the public about the global problem of fraud. 00:00 Credit Card Fraud / Advance Fee Fraud 21:23 Internet Crime 42:53 Counterfeit Products 01:04:25 Affinity Fraud 01:25:36 Charity Fraud 01:46:56 Vehicle Fraud 02:07:50 Investment Fraud 02:29:00 Ponzi Schemes 02:50:36 Lottery Fraud 03:12:09 Cemetery Fraud 03:33:41 Romance Scams 03:55:16 Identity Theft 04:15:21 Senior Citizen Scams Director: Daniel D'Or

The discovery of a young woman's body on the side of a highway near a small Pennsylvania town leaves the local police in disarray. They soon turn to the FBI for help. Using their ultra-sophisticated laboratory, the agents identify the victim and reconstruct the last moments of her life. The trail to her killer is full of pitfalls and unexpected detours, but the agents persevere. They finally find the young woman's killer, and discover that he is responsible for several other murders. Director : Jeffrey Fine Cast : Joellen Anklam, Harry Avedisian, Russell Babcock Jr., Carl Bailey, Nisha Banks, Barry Barco, Jeremy Barnes, Shirley Becker, Rachel Bogan Series: The FBI Files

The team head to Speke Airport to investigate claims that some of the aircraft located there, have ghostly passengers that are still aboard, waiting to take flight. Director: SEAN REYNOLDS

In Myanmar, Nathanaël Maury takes us on the trail of unique species in the world, in particular the king of snakes: the dangerous monocled cobra Director: Nathanaël Maury

Cyclones are the most powerful natural disasters on Earth. Many coastal regions live under the constant threat of these incredibly powerful surges of energy. Why are they becoming more common, widespread and powerful than ever before? This series focuses on the science behind natural catastrophes and helps audiences to understand these spectacular moments of Earth’s anger. Directors: Franck Gombert, Richard Poisson

Throughout the world, some people have managed to have a special relationship with animals. Monkeys, elephants, eagles, camels... They communicate with these men through gestures, looks or noises, to maintain a strong and unique relationship. Full documentary. 00:00 The Father of the Camels 25:10 He Dances for His Cormorants 00:50:25 Chami and Ana the Elephant 01:14:51 The Monkey Player 01:40:10 The Tsaatan Ride the Reindeer 02:05:12 Llamero and the Boy with the White Llama 02:28:06 The Sky Gatherers 02:52:14 The Lord of the Eagles 03:17:19 The Mountain Sculptors 03:40:02 The Truffle Pig Breeder 04:03:02 The Pelican of Ramzan the Red 04:28:17 The Legend of the Otter Man 04:53:52 The prince of the Sloughis Directors: Frédéric Fougea, Jack Malaterre , Jérôme-Cecil Auffret, Gauthier Flauder, Eric Brissaud, Yann Layma, Philippe Molins

The Ghost Dimension team journey to Nottingham and the historic Rutland Arms Hotel. The pub and hotel have seen several centuries or change and with that change comes tragedy. ¨ Many souls are said to linger within this building and paranormal activity is rife so what is in store for the team tonight? Director: SEAN REYNOLDS

Even while being behind the bars for a great part of his career, Carmine Galante was still able to have a lot of power in organized crime.

Discover the history of the famous Harley-Davidson motorcycles. An investigation that begins with the creation of the first motorcycles. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

In Alaska, police discover the bodies of several young women in shallow graves all over the wilderness. The killer stalks his victims like prey before killing them. This wilderness is his home. The hunt for him begins 5000 kilometers away, in the offices of the FBI, where psychologists are drawing up a psychological profile of this monster. Director: Stuart Taylor

What turned the wannabe lawyer into public enemy number one? We go in search of the roots of Abu Bakr al Baghdadi and speak to those who knew him, including his ex wife, Saja, the mother of his daughter, as well as his sister-in-law, now serving a long prison sentence for trying to carry out a suicide attack. Exclusive new photos and documents shed fresh light on Al Baghdadi and we also hear from the elite Iraqi brigade, tasked with hunting him down. Filmed in Iraq, Lebanon and Jordan. Director : Sofia Amara

The Monaco Grand Prix is the most famous race of them all and always provides the driver a tough race around the extremely tight circuit. Director: Jason Fenwick Series: Racing Through Time

Buck Walker and Stephanie Stearns anchor in Hawaii aboard the Sea Wind, a sailboat once owned by Mac and Muff Graham. Buck and Stephanie are arrested and convicted of theft. A few years later, however, bones are discovered on a deserted island and identified as those of Muff Graham. FBI forensic anthropologists testifying in court have discovered how the victim died. Buck Walker is convicted of murder and Stephanie Stearns is acquitted. This case is one of the most complex the FBI has solved. Director : Rob Gardner Cast : William Betts, Eric Brannen, Lynne-Hope Burke, Jina Caronongan, Robert Christin, Nancy Gill, Akira Hockett, Bob Hughes, Mark Hyde

This film explores a scientific debate on the culture, or lack thereof, of great apes. Internationally acclaimed primatologist Christophe Boesch and colleague Michael Tomasello investigate the behavior of chimpanzees in the wild and in captivity to assess their behaviors and begin to understand why certain groups develop skills differently than others. A conflict exists in the scientific community with some scientists believing that apes certainly have established cultures, while other scientists disagree and feel culture separates apes from humans. British primatologist Jane Goodall provides her own theories based on fifty years of research in the field. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Russia is the continent’s most dangerous country in terms of road safety. More than 18,000 people die on the roads there every year. But since the 1990s, drivers started equipping their vehicles with on-board cameras as a bulwark against police corruption and traffic conflicts. Now, more than one in four vehicles is equipped with an on-board dash camera. Small and cheap, these cameras have become almost essential in the eyes of Russian motorists. Because they are the best evidence in the event of an accident. From pedestrians deliberately throwing themselves under the wheels of cars so that they can later claim compensation, to sensational accidents, these cameras capture everything. And it’s not just the drivers who rely on them. Pedestrians and campaigners have also started using them to film the dangerous behaviour of drivers. People driving on pavements, cars parked in crazy locations, the videos are then posted on YouTube where they attract thousands of comments. Russia is also home to the motorcycle bloggers. These are usually pretty young women who perform dangerous bike stunts while wearing little clothes and even less safety equipment. But by pushing the limits, sometimes their videos end very badly… Director: Anna Levashkevich

Jova lives as a servant in Denmark in the year 1064. One day she finds out that her father was a renowned warrior who set out to the east shortly after her birth and did not come back. From then on, Jova has only one thing on her mind: finding her father. She escapes from servitude, dresses up like a man and hires a ship that sails to the land of the Rus. The story of Jova leads us deep inside the fundamentally changing society of the Vikings. Christianity’s influence gains prominence through exposure to different cultures via trading. But Christianization and the emerging kingdoms are both blessing and curse: they herald the destruction of Viking culture. Directors: Alexander Hogh, Kai Christiansen, Judith Voelker, Yoav Parish

New Zealand wines have gained a strong international reputation over the past twenty years, an impressive feat for a small country of just four million people. Director: Jacques Vichet

In the midst of a brutal civil war, Navy SEALs descend on Mogadishu in the dead of night to prevent the American Embassy from being overrun by rebel forces and to rescue 281 civilians from certain death. Director : Stuart Taylor Cast : Ward Duffy, Kelly Klaers, Robert Seymone, Patrick Trainor, Chris Van Cleave, Michael Wiley

Breathtaking landscapes, mild sunny climate, a moving history at the crossroads of two cultures, outstanding hospitality and cuisine, living traditions in crafts, music, art and architecture–Alto Adige, also known as South Tyrol, impresses with its diversity and the unique mix of alpine traditions and Mediterranean flair. Italy’s northernmost province lies on the Alps’ south side and is one of Europe’s most popular holiday destinations. The majestic mountain world of the Dolomites, lush meadows of Europe’s highest mountain pasture, mellow lakeside vineyards, the region’s lively capital Bozen with its Italian flair, or the chic resort town of Merano–it is first and foremost the landscapes that make Alto Adige so attractive. In spring one is amazed by the blossoming apple trees, in summer the region turns into a hiking paradise, in autumn it lures with the rich harvest of wine grapes and chestnuts, and in winter it’s a dream destination for skier sand lovers of fairy tale-like snowy landscapes. Director : Susanne Gebhardt

This film looks at the problems posed by dwindling global oil supplies What are oil companies doing as oil becomes harder to find? Features Colin Campbell. by Emmanuel Amara

Desertification threatens 40% of the earth’s land surface. Every year we lose 12 million hectares due to desertification, causing millions of people to abandon their homes. Thanks to science, we now know how a desert is born and how the sand dunes move around. Can anything be done to reverse or delay this process? Directors: Johanna Gauterie, Richard Poisson Original title: The Earth's Furies: Desertification

At the beginning of the New Kingdom, the Pharaohs chose a new mode of burial, no longer in pyramids but in tombs dug in the rock. In the Valley of the Kings, a total of 62 tombs have been discovered, dug between the middle of the 16th century and the middle of the 11th century BC. The Valley of the Queens contains about 100 tombs not only of queens, but also of princes. The Valley of the Nobles contains 415 tombs of important people in the entourage of the pharaoh. Director: Jacques VICHET

The story of Meyer Lansky, an associate of Lucky Luciano who was linked to criminal financial operations, but the FBI struggled to pin anything on him - or find his riches.

The roads of Thailand are considered to be among the deadliest on the planet : 24 000 Thais lost their lives in 2016 as a result of a road accident, and 73% of them were motorcyclists. With such a high number of victims, the paramedics of the city of Bangkok are on the alert. In Benin, almost not a day goes by without fatal traffic accidents. In Cotonou, firefighters (from the Groupement national des sapeurs-pompiers du Bénin) are responsible for medical evacuations in the event of a traffic accident. Director: Jérôme HELLIO

The SEALs square off against heavily armed guards at Paitilla Airport as they endeavor to disable Manuel Noriega's private jet, thus cutting off the vicious dictator's escape route. Director : Joe Wiecha Cast : Ward Duffy, Eric Diaz, Mark Lucas, Eric Pagan, Chris Van Cleave

Unhinged: Surviving Jo’burg is an honest, quirky and sometimes frenzied documentary about Johannesburg, South Africa’s biggest city and the world’s gateway to Southern Africa. With rapid narrative, dry humour, trivial factoids, insightful observations and a highly enjoyable soundtrack, the film tells a slice- of-city-life story. It’s a personal video snapshot of today’s city, providing a unique opportunity for viewers to get a glimpse inside a place that the world has a very fuzzy sense of. Director: Adrian Loveland

Stuntman, action director, and martial artist Mark Houghton tells his story of breaking into the Hong Kong film industry, struggling with injuries and depression, and the promise he made his teacher, the legendary filmmaker Lau Kar Leung. Stars: Mark Houghton, Charlene Houghton, Tom Caserto, Xin Sarith Wuku, Jeanne Lau Directed by Lei Chiu

Leonard Cohen’s 1972 European Tour has a complicated history. Tony Palmer was asked to make the film by Marty Machat, Cohen’s long-time manager right up until Machat’s death in 1988. It was essentially his initiative, at least in part because he feared Leonard might never tour again thereafter. Mercifully this did not turn out to be the case, now, looking back after 45 years, our admiration for Cohen as a poet, a singer and as a man, remains undiminished. Director: Tony Palmer Cast: Leonard Cohen

This major documentary about Princess Diana shows her in a fresh, revealing new light, as a source of inspiration and instrumental in bringing much needed change to the Royal Family. Director : Sonia Anderson Cast : Ken Wharfe, Simone Simmons, Carolan Browne, Richard Kay, Elizabeth Emanuel, Robert Lacey, Ingrid Seward, Wendy Mitchell, Penny Junor, Beatrice Behlan

Pay homage to Clint Eastwood, the oldest living cinematic icon. Success did not come easy for Eastwood, but throughout his career he has reaped numerous triumphs, directed more than 44 films, and acted in more than 72... Winner of over 150 awards including four Oscars, the iconic Eastwood has not only secured his place in the history of Hollywood, but in the history of world cinema. Director: Miguel Somoza

Today, although a cloud of satellites surrounds the planet, many records set during the early decades of space exploration remain unsurpassed. It has been more than forty years since the last man walked on the moon and the world no longer has a reusable spacecraft. This documentary series looks at milestones in space exploration along with the latest scientific and commercial developments. 00:00 The Space Race, The Hubble, Chasing Comets & Space Debris 24:00 Project Mercury, The Mars Express & The Soyuz Launch System 48:00 Project Mercury Advancement, Camera Tracking & the International Space Station 01:12:00 Project Gemini, Venus Express, EMU & Deep Space Communication 01:36:00 Project Gemini Advances, Cassini at Saturn & More about Mars 02:00:00 Project Gemini docking, Mars Curiosity & Satellite Swarms 02:24:00 The Apollo Program Begins, Caves and Planck 02:48:00 Rebuilding Apollo, Orbiting Carbon & Zero Gravity Training 03:12:00 Beyond Earth Orbit, IXV Vehicles & Galileo Satellites Lost and Found 03:36:00 To The Moon, SpaceX's Dragon and Falcon & GAIA 04:00:00 The Beginning of the End, Apollo Gets Complicated & the End of Apollo 04:24:00 The shuttle program, The Challenger Disaster & Return to Space 04:48:00 The Space Shuttle Matures, Complex Space Construction & The Final Years of the Space Shuttle

Sir John Arthur "Jack" Brabham, was Formula One champion in 1959, 1960 and 1966. He was a founder of the Brabham racing team and race car constructor that bore his name. Brabham was a Royal Australian Air Force flight mechanic and ran a small engineering workshop before he started racing midget cars in 1948. His successes in midgets and Australian and New Zealand road racing events led to him going to the United Kingdom to further his racing career. Brabham retired to Australia after the 1970 Formula One season, where he bought a farm and maintained various business interests, which included the Engine Developments racing engine manufacturer and several garages. As of 2008, he is the oldest surviving Formula One world champion. Brabham tells his own story in this programme which features archive footage from the golden age of motor sport. Director: Jason Fenwick

Burgundy is the birthplace of many of the greatest wines of France, and even of the world. Generally speaking, the region is divided into two: The Côte de Beaune and the Côte de Nuits, and the two together form the Côte d'Or. The Côte de Beaune, facing south-east, rests on a relatively young limestone base. Director: Jacques Vichet

In Peru, the shadow of drug trafficking and the Shining Path guerrillas still hangs over the Vraem region and the trails that run through it. Aboard an old truck, Pastor Ignacio tries to convey a message of peace whenever he can, despite the fatigue accumulated on the road. He goes from hassle to hassle to harvest bananas in these valleys, supported by Eder, a young orphan whom he has taken under his wing. Others, like Marco and Angel, brave the hellish trails of the Amazon to transport goods or help the Ashaninka Indians develop cocoa in the face of coca crops. Directors: Philippe LAFAIX; Frédéric ELHORGA

This feature programme celebrates the life of Diana, Princess of Wales, and draws upon previously unseen archive and new insights since her death to offer a fresh, revealing portrait. Director : Alan Byron Script : Julie Sawyer Cast : Robert Lacy, Penny Junor, Ingrid Seward Year : 2012 Full documentary

The War You Don't See is a powerful and timely investigation into the media's role in war, tracing the history of embedded; and independent reporting from the carnage of World War One to the destruction of Hiroshima, and from the invasion of Vietnam to the current war in Afghanistan and disaster in Iraq. As weapons and propaganda become even more sophisticated, the nature of war is developing into an electronic battlefield in which journalists play a key role, and civilians are the victims. But who is the real enemy? Director : Alan Lowery, John Pilger Cast : John Pilger, Stuart Ewen, Melvin Goodman

This is the ultimate documentary on space flight. The views are stunning- they perfectly match the narrative, the sounds, and above all- the music. It is both memorable and timeless. The music was written by Mike Oldfield, and no other space documentary is quite the same without his style.. Director : Tony Palmer Cast : Buzz Aldrin, Neil Armstrong, John F Kennedy, Yuri Gagarin, Ed Bishop, Alan Shepard

In Honduras, it is better to arm yourself with courage to explore the semblance of roads that lead to the most remote provinces. However, thousands of Hondurans continue to live in these regions cut off from the world. Their only link with society, these villagers owe it to a handful of people who find the courage to walk these roads in a deplorable state. Thus, Hugo is one of the few in his region to own a car so, when he can, he improvises a taxi to help the most deprived. Every week, Rosa, a trader, faces impassable roads with her driver to sell her vegetables in the most remote villages. Juanita and her two little daughters spend their days, despite the rain and the cold, filling in potholes for a few cents. Director : Antonin MARCEL; Charles COMITI

'Don't build prisons, they cost too much!' In this era of Great Recession, the conservative and tough-on-crime State of Texas takes an unprecedented path by becoming a social justice leader with programs that rehabilitate offenders. Director: Olivier Lambert Original title: Chasing Bonnie & Clyde

The story of ambitious American mobster John Gotti, who became the boss of the Gambino family by ordering the death of the group's former head. He earned the nickname `Teflon Don' after three acquittals.

This is the real story of the legendary Raid on Entebbe. On 27th June 1976 terrorists hi-jacked Air France Flight 139 en route from Tel Aviv to Paris. On board are 246 passengers, most of them Jews. They are taken to Entebbe, Uganda and are held hostage in the airport terminal. Even though Uganda is thousands of miles away, across hostile territory, Israel's defence minister, Shimon Peres decides to launch a rescue mission. It is a job for Sayeret Matkal, the most elite unit in the Israeli Defence Force. Featuring interviews with surviving hostages, members of Sayeret Matkal and Peres himself this is the inside story of the most remarkable special forces mission of them all.

Afghanistan is one of the most closed countries on the planet, a secret country with rare images. The “Roads of the Impossible” teams followed Afghan drivers, who are fighting for their survival and that of their families. Indispensable heroes without whom goods and foodstuffs would not circulate. The train is non-existent and air freight is way too expensive. In this country where everything needs to be rebuilt, drivers face barely maintained roads, some of which rise to more than 4,000 meters above sea level. Azathoula and his Bedford are not unworthy: the truck may date from 1966, but the driver rushes in with 17 tonnes of bananas. In the mountains, on the roofs of collective taxis, men, animals and goods swing. Ali Assan is one of the few to dare to ride in the snow on this narrow track. Director : Paul COMITI

Sir Stirling Moss is known throughout the world as the greatest racing driver never to win the Formula One World Championship. However, what this notion obscures are his mastery of all types of racing, including rallying; indeed Stirling Moss OBE is arguably the greatest all-round racing driver of all time and was the first true racing professional. “Racing Through Time – Stirling Moss” looks at all of the classic moments of his illustrious racing career and features in-depth interviews with Moss himself. In this candid look at his career, Moss talks about the cars, his team-mates and rivals, and the great races in which he took part. Documenting his entire racing career from his earliest racing days and breakthrough into Formula One, to his career-ending accident in 1962, this programme is a great tribute to a motor racing legend and a must-have for all fans of British motor racing. Director: Jason Fenwick

Here is the complete biography of one of England's most famous women, Lady Diana. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

This new documentary film gives us an insight into one of the most ground breaking horror films of all time; the infamous The Exorcist. Director: Robin Bextor

Jungle Trip follows Piers on voyage of discovery into his own consciousness, deep in the Peruvian jungle. He is in search of the highly hallucinogenic Ayahuasca brew drunk by Amazonian shamans.

An eclectic group of dedicated volunteers work tirelessly to mitigate the feral cat crisis in Los Angeles by trapping, spaying/neutering, fostering and adopting out as many cats as they can--but the challenge is immense and never-ending. Director : Garrett Clancy Cast : Drew Weidhaas, Donna Simms, Ady Gil, Tricia Helfer, Esmeralda Alvarez Year : 2022 Full documentary

With eleven years of existence, South Sudan is the youngest state on the planet. Who says young nation, says everything to build, everything to create. For this, the population does not lack courage. It's a setting worthy of the greatest disaster films and yet the floods that have hit South Sudan for four years are very real. The level of the White Nile has never been so high, entire towns are submerged, local populations are trying to preserve the few islands of land that serve as shelter. Boats have replaced trucks on flooded roads but the journey is not any easier. Sailing on submerged land means facing multiple dangers. Directors: Antoine BODDAERT; Guillaume LHOTELLIER

Tucked away in the Eiffel Mountains in Western Germany is a racing circuit that is longer, more dramatic and more difficult to master than any other racing circuit in the world. Not known for a particular race – unlike Le Mans, Indianapolis or Monaco – the Nurburgring is famous simply because it is the most challenging circuit ever built! Director: Jason Fenwick Series: Racing Through Time

A revolution in space technology is unfolding. New players in the launch industry are radically cutting the cost of access to space and our understanding of the universe is growing exponentially thanks to space-based research. This 13-part series examines all things space, from Jupiter to space communication. What are the most recent discoveries, and what technology made them possible? Each episode will focus on a planet or a device that represented a major breakthrough in astronomical science. 00:00 The Launchers 25:00 Mars 51:00 Saturn 01:16:53 International Space Station 01:42:31 Jupiter 02:08:11 Spacesuit 02:34:23 Other Planets 03:02:25 The Sun 03:26:43 Space Telescopes 03:52:41 Beyond the Solar System 04:17:14 Space Communication 04:41:51 The Earth 05:07:35 The Future

Chile ranks tenth among wine-producing countries in the world market. The vine was introduced to Chile by the Spanish conquistadors in the 16th century. Increasingly, the country is calling on the know-how of French winegrowers and cultivating vineyards from cuttings of European vines taken before phylloxera hit Europe. Director: Jacques Vichet

As Israeli society slips into extremism, an Arab actor and a Jewish journalist search for a place where they can belong. Director: Shlomi Eldar

Raised in the slums with terrifying gangs. He grew to inherit a Mafia entity; only to be faced with murder, the electric chair and fierce rivalry.

In the Central African Republic, the civil war has ended up destabilizing a country with an already fragile balance. The wealth of the underground does not trickle down into the demanding daily lives of the inhabitants. Cities are almost cut off from the world, like that of Ngoto. The road leading there is impassable, ambulances no longer pass, so medical evacuations are done by motorbike. An ordeal for the sick. A race against time or rather a race against death. During the last civil war, many taxis and buses were destroyed or stolen. Vehicles are lacking, so some bush taxis use livestock trucks. The journey is hellish for the passengers, but everyone maintains their good humor even when it comes to spending a night under the stars. Director: Guillaume LHOTELLIER

Off the Canadian coast, we will be immersed for an entire lobster fishing season alongside extreme fishermen, off the Atlantic Ocean 00:00 The big departure 52:09 The gold rush 01:39:36 The moment of truth 02:29:50 Ice hell 03:21:38 The melting of the ice 04:12:24 The final sprint Director: Charlotte Balatre

This is the story of the most daring black ops raid in recent history. The inside account of operation Neptune Spear: how US Navy Seals brought to an end the hunt for the most wanted man in the world, and took down the mastermind of 9/11: Osama Bin Laden

In the vastness of the Indonesian archipelago, Sumatra occupies a special place. There are 60 million people living on the sixth largest island in the world. Agriculture is its source of wealth, but it is also its worst enemy. A third of the inhabitants depend on work in the fields. To avoid taking the rutted tracks, Masinis uses the old railway line which dates from the beginning of the 20th century, but is it faster and safer? For his part, Rudi the taxi has nothing to envy of this ailing train: the minibus driver transports six passengers over 80 km and the road is in the same state as the old railway line. Directors: Antoine BODDAERT; Guillaume LHOTELLIER

The Path to Formula One has never been simple or straight forward, and Graham Hill was more aware of this than perhaps any other Formula One World Champion, as he succeeded against all the odds to reach the pinnacle of any extremely competitive sport. Only one driver has won the Formula One World Championship, the Indianapolis 500 and the Le Mans 24-hour Race, and that driver was Graham Hill. In this episode of Racing through Time the late Graham Hills wife, Bette Hill, tells the story of Grahams long career, his dogged determination, undoubted ability, and the personality that made him a British National sporting hero. From Grahams early life and subsequent successful racing career, all the way to his untimely death in November 1975, this fascinating programme has all the action from all of the key races of one of Britain’s most highly acclaimed champions and is a fitting tribute to a true sporting legend. Director: Jason Fenwick Series: Racing Through Time

They are nicknamed “the Reindeer People”. They are one of the most amazing tribes on the planet. There are only two hundred of them left and they live in the far north of Mongolia, in a deserted, inaccessible and frozen region. Always isolated from the world, the Tsaatans, these nomadic reindeer herders, have preserved their ancestral traditions and practice shamanism. They live in small family clans, inhabiting simple canvas tents in temperatures that drop to minus 40 degrees in winter. But they say they are happy to live like this, free, in the middle of sublime and preserved nature. And they never complain. Their happiness and their way of life, day by day, offer a striking contrast with our Western lives. But today, the modern world and technology are catching up with them. School, recently made compulsory for children, is at the center of all their questions. What to do? Protect children from progress they consider harmful or educate them and offer them the opportunity to integrate into civilization? These nomads know that they will have to choose between their traditions and contemporary life, between their freedom and comfort. Aware of being at a turning point in their history, will the Tsaatans manage to survive the encounter between their world and ours? This documentary offers us a spectacular journey into a timeless universe, miraculously preserved. Director: Pierre DaSilva and Hervé Bouchaud Production date: 2023

August 25th, 2000: Sierra Leone, West Africa. The Royal Irish Regiment, a unit of the British Army, takes a wrong turn on patrol. They are held up on the roadside by a notorious gang of rebels; the 'West Side Boys'.

The architecture of the 19th century is rich in inventions: railway stations, factories, stock exchanges, covered passages, museums and prisons: monumental prisons, designed according to new principles, both utopian and brutal functional. They are the translation in stone of the fears and aspirations of the new dominant classes. Director: Richard Copans

For the orphans left behind by the condemned, the state makes no provision. One woman, nicknamed Grandmother Zhang, decided to devote her life to them. Director: Elodie Pakosz

A documentary film about Luxury, a band from Georgia, who suffer a devastating touring wreck with long-term consequences. In the following years, three members of the band become Eastern Orthodox priests, yet they continue to make records. Director: Matt Hinton Cast: Chris Foley, Glenn Black, Jamey Bozeman, Matt Hinton, Lee Bozeman

Terry Venables' career: From player to manager at England, Chelsea, Barcelona's La Liga win, Euro 96 as England coach. Worked with talents like Gascoigne, showcased tactics. Journey spanned until his passing in 2023. Director: Robin Bextor

Focusing on the connection between Arizona and Nevada, this film seeks to determine if the ufos seen in those areas are man-made or from other worlds. Director: Clive Christopher Series: Aliens Uncovered

Argentina ranks fifth among wine-producing countries in the world market. The first vineyards were planted in the 16th century by Jesuit missionaries in the Mendoza region. They took advantage of the irrigation canals that had been built by the Incas and then extended over time by the Huarpe Indians. Director: Jacques Vichet

In California, police officer George Gwaltney discovers the body of 23-year-old Robin Bishop, murdered next to his car on a lonely road. Gwaltney declares his innocence and is acquitted twice, but at a third trial, the FBI convinces the jury of his guilt. Experts from the FBI forensic laboratory established a link between tools searched in Gwaltney's house and markings found on the murder weapon. In addition, analysis of hair, micro-indices and semen showed that the suspect had indeed been at the scene of the crime. Director: Rob Gardner

The video explores the arduous life of ruby prospectors in the northern region of Burma (Myanmar), focusing on their relentless search for the coveted Pigeon Blood Ruby in the forbidden city of Muk. It delves into the historical, social, and economic dynamics of the ruby mining industry in this secluded area. Director: Daniel Cattelain

Meet the men who stood up for their rights by sitting down at the counter of the Rock Hill, SC Five and Dime. They asked for a cup of coffee and were instead met with violence, police brutality and unjust imprisonment. A small town miles from Charlotte, NC, Rock Hill became a landmark of the Civil Rights Movement, one that too few remember today. Students of Friendship College took on the weight of discrimination under the banner of non-violence and 'Jail No Bail.' The tactic spread across the South, inspiring protesters to no longer fund their own oppression through bonds and fines. The courage of these men ignited a passion and furor that rose into the famed Freedom Rides. Director: Frederick Taylor Original title: Counter Histories: Rock Hill

After losing two infants due to complications with their immune systems, a Palestinian woman works with Israeli doctors and a Gaza reporter to try and save the life of her recently-born child who is suffering similar problems. Director : Shlomi Eldar Script : Shlomi Eldar Year : 2010 Documentary, war, drama Full documentary

India is a country of excess and the diversity of beliefs guides the steps of its people. For several generations, Tenzin and his family have grown peas, a demanding crop. During the harvest, he goes down every morning with his mules along dizzying ravines. In the state of Meghalaya, the men of the Jaintia tribe must carry a trunk weighing several tons to the center of the village without ever putting it on the ground: for them, failure would herald a year of misfortune. The Khasis preserve nature by building bridges without using cement. Elsewhere, bamboo cutters make rafts and, with only the gods and rushing currents as guides, hope to arrive safely. Directors: Frédéric ELHORGA; Antonin MARCEL

Nathanaël travels to the Masoala peninsula in northeast Madagascar. He comes across a furcifer pardalis, a Madagascar boa, a madagascarophis colubrinus and a graceful plethodontohyla notostica frog. Director: Nathanaël Maury Series: Snake Tracker

2500 Years ago, a dynasty of Celtic Princes founded the first towns in Northern Europe. They constructed harbours along rivers and traded goods with people from all over Europe. This film presents new insights into Celtic history and culture thanks to exclusive access to the Celtic Tomb in Lavau (France) and the exceptionally rich and well-preserved collection of objects found on the gravesite.

Monza was officially opened on 3rd September 1922 with a voiturette class race. Since then it has been the undisputed home of Italian motor racing with both a glorious and sometimes tragic history. Director: Jason Fenwick Series: Racing Through Time

In Chad, even the desert is experiencing flooding on an unprecedented scale. More than a million people are affected by rising waters. Hundreds of thousands of hectares of fields have disappeared, a tragedy in a country where a third of the population is food insecure. In the south, although rich in oil, each trip is an epic for the local populations who do not benefit from the benefits of black gold. Norbert and Souleymane exhaust themselves every week on a broken track to supply the surrounding markets. In the Salamat region, transporting people is a daily challenge. The raging waters have washed away parts of the road, and in places, the track is submerged for hundreds of meters. Directors: Antoine BODDAERT; Guillaume LHOTELLIER

In the world of competitive oyster shucking, Honor Allen is among the planet's best. Following this four-time US Champion over several years, we explore this unique subculture, meeting competitors from around the globe. Director : Ross Zuchowski, Casey Lock Cast : Eamon Clark, Michael Moran, Isabella Macbeth, Briana Allen, Honor Allen Original title: The Oyster Shucker

Here is the tragic fate of young James Dean, who died at the wheel of his Porsche following a car accident. After a very short acting career, the icon was also a formidable pilot. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Facing east, the Côte de Nuits is one of Burgundy's most prestigious wine regions, forming part of the Côte d'Or alongside its counterpart, the Côte de Beaune. Director: Jacques Vichet

Making Sweet Tea accompanies southern-born, black gay scholar and performer E. Patrick Johnson on his journey back home to the south to confront his past and narrate the lives of several black gay men whose stories he studies and performs. Director : John L. Jackson Jr., Nora Gross Cast : Duncan Teague, Harold Mays, Harold Hermann, George Eagerson (aka Countess Vivian), Charles Danner, Freddie Styles, E. Patrick Johnson, Shean Atkins

A documentary about life of Edith Piaf. Discover the secrets of this idol.

Known for the beauty of its active volcanoes and its turquoise lakes, Guatemala is going through an endless economic crisis, making the country one of the poorest in Latin America. Whether urban or rural, all populations are affected and rely on their courage or the Mayan gods they worship. Tomas, a shaman, takes his apprentice on a pilgrimage in the footsteps of his Mayan ancestors to the city "El Mirador", one of the most inaccessible on the continent. To earn a living, Anthony drives a taxi in a tuktuk. Faced with competition from urban areas, he decided to tackle mountain roads where only 4X4s usually venture. Directors: Julien BOLUEN; Charles COMITI

Is an alien mothership sending probes to Earth? The answer to that question could be hidden deep in Arizona’s High Desert... or elsewhere. Director: Clive Christopher Series: Aliens Uncovered

"Wild France" is a visually stunning and enchantingly filmed documentary series that delves into the rich natural history of France. It offers viewers a magical exploration of the diverse and vibrant ecosystems that stretch from the Alpine heights to the verdant forests and the serene wetlands of the Marais Poitevin. The series weaves a tapestry of compelling narratives that showcase France as a land of natural beauty, where millennia of history and landscapes merge with the wild. The interaction between humans and nature is depicted through intimate and moving stories that reveal a mutual coexistence cultivated over centuries. Viewers are taken on a scenic journey alongside a family of geese as they navigate past the medieval castles, their graceful flight marking the young ones' first foray into the world. In the mystical Fontainebleau Forest, the life cycle of two deer unfolds from companionship to rivalry with the change of seasons. The miraculous overnight transformation of a dragonfly is observed in the tranquil Marais Poitevin, while the rugged Alps provide the backdrop for the tentative first steps of wolf cubs venturing out of their den. "Wild France" also captures the rugged survival of a Corsican wild boar and many other captivating vignettes of wildlife. Through these stories, the series paints a portrait of France’s landscapes as deeply intertwined with the creatures that inhabit them, celebrating the ancient, enduring links between the land and its inhabitants. Opus 1 https://youtu.be/-FcsItpGyfc Opus 2 https://youtu.be/WA6LtwfHXmI Opus 3 https://youtu.be/Lhi5USQ1N9I Director: Fred Fougea Stars: Nathan Willcocks

What if the UFO conspiracy was turned on its head' Instead the modern mythology of governments covering up UFO sightings, the military had been and still is actually encouraging it as part of their ancient Cold War counterintelligence arsenal. Director : Kypros Kypianou, John Lundberg, Mark Pilkington, Roland Denning Script : Mark Pilkington Cast : Greg Bishop, Walter Bosley, Steven Broadbent, Paul Bennewitz, Rick Doty Year : 2013 Full documentary Original title: Mirage Men

It is very difficult to locate East Timor on a world map. Stuck between Bali and Australia, this small island is trying to break its isolation but the resources are almost non-existent. Only agriculture and fishing allow the inhabitants to earn a few dollars a month. Timor is struggling to recover from the terrible war that brought the country to its knees after the Indonesian invasion between 1976 and 1999. A terrible toll, between 100,000 and 200,000 dead. Today, the island is still cut in two with an Indonesian part and the other, independent Timor Leste since 2002. In the most remote villages, the inhabitants live cut off from everything. Only solution, a rocky track often flooded during the rainy season and where the slightest error can be fatal. But survival is at this price and the peasants embark on a long odyssey to sell some vegetables on the market of the capital Dili. After 10 hours of travel, the reward is not always there and there are many disappointments. Director: Guillaume Lhotellier

Hundred thirty years ago in 1889 as Paris was hosting the World’s Fair, the iron lady became instantly the city's iconic monument embodying the modernity and the engineering feat of this Era. The engineer Gustave Eiffel fought for years to erect in the heart of Paris the tallest tower ever built, seen by many as ugly and out of place at the time. Against all odds, he took the helm of a gigantic building site and revolutionized the construction technique. Revisit this historic saga and engineering challenge in this detailed account and high end docu-drama ! Director: Mathieu SCHWARTZ

In the twentieth century, whaling ships killed 1.5 million whales in Antarctica, bringing the biggest creatures that have ever lived to the brink of extinction. Whalers from Europe led the rush south and were still whaling into the 1960s. This is the unseen story of whaling at the edge of the world. The Antarctic island of South Georgia is a place of forbidding beauty and spectacular wildlife. Like an aircraft carrier stationed in the Southern Ocean, it was the hub of the whaling industry until just fifty years ago. Huge whaling stations were built to process the whales, for the essential products of everyday life just a generation ago: margarine, fertilizer, and even packet soups. Now reclaimed by seals and penguins and forbidden to all visitors due to the dangers of crumbling buildings and toxic asbestos historian Adam Nicolson takes a once-in-a-lifetime chance to explore the worlds biggest whaling station, built and operated by a British company. The film takes a first look at newly uncovered archive film of the whaling industry, and a last chance to hear the personal testimony of the whalers themselves. It explores the epic tussle between businessmen, scientists and politicians that took the whales to the brink of total destruction. This unique film delves deep into a story of our shared past that was on its way to being airbrushed out of history altogether. 00:00 The Rise Britain's Whale Hunters: The Untold Story Episode 1 of 2 Archive footage and testimony from the last of the whale hunters helps Adam Nicolson reveal what it was like to have hunted whales in Antarctica in the early 20th century. 48:37 The Fall Britain's Whale Hunters: The Untold Story Episode 2 of 2 Granted access to ruined whaling stations on South Georgia, Adam Nicolson continues to explore the role British whalers played in Antarctic whaling as late as the 1960s.

In just a few years, Venezuela has gone from being the richest country in South America to one of the poorest. In front of gas stations, Venezuelan drivers have to wait hours, sometimes days, to hope to fill their tanks even though the country has the world's largest oil reserves. Brother Nelson braves mountain trails to distribute essential foodstuffs to Indian communities. In the Andes, Chucho supports his entire village thanks to barter and his 4X4. On Lake Maracaibo, fishermen helplessly watch the contamination of the water by abandoned oil wells while they no longer have the means to buy fuel for their boats. Directors: Antonin MARCEL; Frédéric ELHORGA

The documentary explores the differing destinies of male and female animals from birth to adulthood on the savannah. It examines how education, social status, and gender roles impact the lives of lion cubs, hyenas, cheetahs, elephants, and baboons. Each species faces unique challenges and advantages based on gender, from social hierarchies and survival skills to mating strategies and territorial battles, highlighting the complex dynamics of growing up in the wild. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

On the island of Madagascar, the tracks are in poor condition, ravaged by the numerous tropical cyclones which ravage the region and the lack of maintenance. During the rainy season, which lasts almost six months, the roads deteriorate further. Here, only tractors are capable of tackling these tracks. At the wheel of his metal giant, Thierry's mission is to transport four tons of food to a village cut off from the world. A six-hour drive from the capital, on the Hauts Plateaux, the village of Antanetibe organizes the great Malagasy ritual: “the turning of the dead”. In the capital, salvagers bring new life to everything that is broken. One of them, Marcelin, finds parts destined for the dumpster to transform them into everyday objects that he resells on the markets. Directors: David Jacques GEOFFRION; Daniel LAINE

Nathanaël disembarks on Colombia's Pacific coast and heads up the Timbiqui River before heading into the rainforest, long inaccessible because of the Farc guerrillas. Director: Nathanaël Maury Series: Snake Tracker

Cooper made a major contribution to motorsport; World Champions, Grand Prix and Indianapolis revolutionaries, production racing pioneers and the illustrious Mini Cooper. This documentary tells the Cooper story from humble beginnings at Charles Cooper’s small garage in Surbiton to Formula One success and domination of British racing. Includes interviews with John Cooper, Jack Brabham and Sir Stirling Moss. Director: Jason Fenwick Series: Racing Through Time

Climate change is cutting Kenya in two: in the north, entire regions are suffering from a deep drought while in the south, populations find themselves threatened by rising water levels. Every week, Adam buys fish from Lake Victoria fishermen to sell at the cannery. A race against time and the sun begins in his unrefrigerated truck. On the Baringo Lake side, it's quite the opposite: residents have to deal with crocodiles, formerly far from the banks. As for the school, it has become an island and some children are forced to cross on makeshift rafts. Directors: Frédéric ELHORGA; Guillaume LHOTELLIER

In southern Ohio, Thomas Dillon kills five hikers in 3 years. A tip leads FBI agents to a firearm, which ballistics analysis proves to be the murder weapon. The mother of one of the victims has a letter addressed to the murderer published in the local newspapers. The murderer comes forward, enabling the agents to build up a psychological profile of him and obtain new information. After months of surveillance, Thomas Dillon is finally arrested and convicted of his crimes. Director: Joseph Wiecha

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During heatwaves, behaviors change. Even in the savannah. Many species fight each other, forgetting that they are part of the same pack. Director: Laurent Frapat Original title: a Murderer in the House

Braving enemy gunfire, the SEALs fast-rope from a crippled helicopter into a war zone to rescue the Governor-General of Grenada, who is being held hostage by rebel soldiers. Director: Joe Wiecha

At Kromdraai in South Africa, José Braga has unearthed the remains of two children. They date from 2.5 million years ago, and one is human, the other a Paranthropus, a member of the hominin genus most closely related to humans. These finds are the starting-point for ground-breaking research that may at last reveal the origins of our genus. Director : Cédric ROBION

On the legendary Congo River, Commander Aimé is at the helm of a gigantic wooden raft the size of a football field. With his men, he is trying to transport 220 tree trunks linked together by cables from Kisangani to Kinshasa. The raft is also the cheapest means of transport for the most deprived who wish to reach the capital. On board, danger is daily, injuries, sandbanks and storms do not spare the men. For those who take the trails along the river, the conditions are not better. Without public transportation, travelers have no choice but to board freight trucks for an epic journey. Directors: Antoine BODDAERT; Guillaume LHOTELLIER

Johnny Boston was 10 years old when he first met FM-2030, a futurist who intended to live forever. In 2000, after his body ceased to function, FM was cryonically preserved. 16 years later, an unexpected call places FM's fate in Johnny's hands. Director: Johnny Boston Script: Johnny Boston, Melissa Chesman, Paul Dolzall Cast: Fereidoun M. Esfandiary, Johnny Boston, Flora Schnall Year: 2018 Full documentary Subtitles available

As soon as a wild beast dies, lions will feed on its carcass for a week or more. Soon after, other scavengers will come for their share: vultures, marabou storks, and hyenas will all come to feed. Author: Bertrand Loyer

The crash of Roswell wasn't meant for New Mexico. In 1947, a neighboring state had 3 major sightings that were swept under the rug. With The Phoenix Light's and Travis Walton's "Fire in the Sky", there's a rich history of UFO involvement in Arizona. This film focuses on fresh UFO content from present day, containing interviews from residents and law enforcement officers statewide. Director: Clive Christopher Series: Aliens Uncovered

In the extreme north-west of Nepal, the Limi valley is hidden behind a series of peaks exceeding 6000 m altitude. During the winter, she finds herself cut off from the world. To deliver vaccines and medicines, a handful of men and women embark on an adventure lasting several days. The team alternates walking and traveling in 4/4. But, mule caravans prove to be a much more reliable means of transportation than all-terrain vehicles. The western regions are the most isolated in the country. Crossing the slopes is, each time, a dance with death. Nagendra launches his truck to the edge of the abyss, ready to take any risk to deliver on time and support his family. Directors: Philippe LAFAIX; Frédéric ELHORGA

Our plate is our most powerful weapon in fighting global warming and in protecting our planet. Today, our diets play a major role in the threats weighing on our planet. But, there is hope. Investigative journalist Benoît Bringer sets off on a global search for women and men who are inventing a new dietary model — one which respects both humankind and nature. This documentary gives us hope, showing us how we can each be a force for change and develop recipes for an economically viable dietary transition. Director: Benoît Bringer 00:00 Food for Change 03:19 Mouans Sartoux, the French Riviera 22:00 Malmo, Sweden 40:17 Brazil

Tokyo is the world’s largest and most densely populated megalopolis. It stands as a symbol of our Futuristic high-tech civilisation. Yet over 150 years ago, before it opened up and embraced Western culture without losing its own identity, Tokyo was still Edo, a traditional Asian city ruled by the feudal powers of the Samurai. Twice the city experienced total destruction. Yet each time, like the mythical phoenix, the city rose spectacularly from the ashes. Discover the story of this metarmophosis through never seen before restored and colorized archives filmed in Tokyo from 1905 onward. This film reveals the extraordinary resilience of the Japanese people.

Throughout history Aston Martin has always been one of the most famous sports car names. Favoured by wealthy sports minded motoring enthusiasts Aston Martins epitomise exclusivity, style and power. The company may have had a chequered business past but Aston Martin have, over the years, consistently produced arguably the world s most classy sports cars as well as enjoying a long and successful history in motor-racing. Aston Martin only raced variations of the cars that they built for sale to the public so they were never really in a position to win Le Mans outright, that is until the maximum engine size limit matched the size of the engine s they were building. They used top line drivers and soon established a very competent team set-up that was able to compete for the prizes. From the acquisition of Aston Martin by its post war saviour sir David Brown and the beginning of the classic DB models; to the company establishing themselves a reputation of a great racing brand with models such as the famous DB5 in 1963, and market leader of desirable luxury sports cars, Racing through Time Aston Martin is a must have for all fans of British motor racing. Director: Jason Fenwick Series: Racing Through Time

In Guinea Conakry, at the wheel of their truck, Mamady and her sons face torrential downpours which make the track nightmarish. The abundant rains and the 1,300 streams and rivers that run through the country gave it its nickname: the water tower. However, running water is rare in the country and, to have access to it, it is sometimes necessary to install giant cisterns. Transporting these tanks by bush taxi over the rutted tracks is no easy task. After the palm oil harvest, which provides a minimum of income for residents, only motorcycles can transport the precious liquid. Loaded with dozens of cans, they set off on chaotic tracks on which anything can happen. Directors: Philippe LAFAIX, Frédéric ELHORGA

The idea of the primitive Gauls, living in the forest until they were civilized and assimilated into the Roman Empire, is now regarded as totally obsolete. In this film, archaeologists and historians uncover Gaulish settlements to reveal the true face of the Gauls. A civilisation with high level of craftsmanship, that prized trade, developed cities and developed their own culture and religion. A civilisation that left their own mark on Europe… Director: Philippe Tourancheau

With Donald Trump, an outmoded view of climate change has taken hold of the White House again. Great news for oil companies such as Exxon and Shell. They have been secretly financing scientific studies and campaigns, which are talking down climate change and have been influencing the public debate for 60 years. New documents prove that since 1957, these companies have known that burning fossil fuels changes the climate – their own, strictly secret research had revealed this. But the US oil companies did not only carry out research and then concealed their results. Since 1963, Exxon and Shell engineers have been using their knowledge about climate change to gear up for a warming planet: They built higher and sturdier oil rigs to compensate for rising sea levels and more severe storms. Pipelines in the Arctic were anchored more firmly because of the melting permafrost. “Climate change was a huge thing at the time,” says geophysicist Edward Garvey, who worked for Exxon from 1978-1983. “Exxon researched in all directions, CO2 emissions, storm forecasts, melting permafrost. And then, overnight, all research programmes were discontinued. That’s so frustrating.” Instead, the companies did exactly the opposite: they commissioned counter-studies, which were widely disseminated via lobby groups. They deliberately financed research to discredit their own results, tried to explain climate change through sunspots or deny it altogether. They stressed statistical errors and uncertainties. Climate change deniers still work like this today. “For me, this is the biggest scandal in human history,” says Carroll Muffett, Chairman of the Center for International Environmental Law in Washington, an NGO dealing with environmental law. Meanwhile, two public prosecutors and several counties in the United States have started investigations against Exxon and other oil companies for deliberately misleading the public on the subject of climate change. A story about the biggest cover-up in history, which lasted for 60 years and is only now being revealed. Director: Johan Von Mirbach

Plasma, a component of blood that is highly sought-after, now costs more liter per liter than petrol. Used by pharmaceutical companies to create expensive medications, this precious liquid has become a lucrative commodity. The film investigates one of the largest corporations in this flourishing market, with profits soaring over a billion euros. Their donation centres are mostly found in poor neighbourhoods in the U.S., and they pay donors for their blood, a practice forbidden in Europe. For impoverished Americans, blood donations have become a source of income- presenting a real risk to their health, as they lie about their health conditions and donate repeatedly to make ends meet. Other donors give their blood in the hope of helping others- but the reality of where their donations actually go can be somewhat different. We investigate the global trade in blood and plasma donations. Director: Marie Maurisse, François Pilet, Pierre Monnard

For thousands of years, they lay dormant in the soil until suddenly, they became the driving force behind a technical revolution. Smart phones, laptops, touch screens, wind turbines, hybrid vehicles: they all need rare earth materials. Among the first to recognize this were the Chinese. Today China mines an incredible 97% of all rare earth minerals extracted worldwide. The Chinese government makes good use of this monopoly: recently, it cut production by about two-thirds. Within days the prices of some rare earth metals shot up by 1000%. However, the Chinese also have to deal with the downside of rare earth mining: Environmental pollution, destroyed landscapes and radioactive residues, as rare earth metal deposits are usually laced with radioactive minerals and are extremely difficult to refine. Because of the scarcity of rare earth deposits, the sky-rocketing prices on the international commodity market and the environmental problems associated with mining and processing, scientists around the world are looking for new, better ways to source these minerals. We follow researchers as they drill for new deposits in Europe and Australia, we see how they try and find new, more environmentally friendly ways of processing the materials, we discover how they try and recycle them out of old mobile phones and computers – and we reveal how physicists and chemists are working on ground-breaking new materials that could soon replace rare earths completely – a fascinating glimpse at cutting-edge research that could make our green technologies of the future even greener. Director: Christian Schidlowski

Animals have unique behavior to seduce. Approaching and being accepted by the female is difficult, and each reaction is important. Here is the art of seduction in the savannah. Belle et Rebelle - Episode 3 Director: Laurent Frapat

“Racing Through Time – Ferrari” looks at the famous moments from Ferrari’s most illustrious racing history, from Enzo Ferrari’s early career and the origins of team Ferrari, all the way to their modern-day successes including the domination of Michael Schumacher in the 90s. Director: Jason Fenwick Series: Racing Through Time

Saddam Hussein's arsenal of "weapons of mass destruction" was George W. Bush's main justification for waging war against Iraq in 2003. After the invasion of the country, American leaders recognized that they had been mistaken, and that the Baghdad tyrant did not possess such a capability. Bush claimed it was an error and defended his good faith despite the fact the invasion was based on lies. Director: Jacques Charmelot

In the eyes of many Russians, Vladimir Putin has restored Russia’s pride and made it a great superpower again. His program is based on a return to traditional values of the “Great Russia” of the Tsars: strong nationalism and orthodoxy. In Moscow alone, 60 churches have been built in recent years. To oppose the power of the church is to be considered an enemy of the nation. Directors: Sébastien Bardos, Guillaume Dumant

"Once he decided to attain absolute power, he would never relinquish it," observes Alexandre Allilouiev, nephew of Joseph Stalin. "He was a monster." In order to achieve his goals, Stalin set about re-imaging the vast empire in his own image, which included the extermination of all those who dared oppose or refused to adhere to his ideology. The film follows the activities of Stalin on November 24, 1938 - a crucial day that set in motion the end of his Great Purge.

Fraud Squad TV is a Canadian half-hour documentary television series aimed at bringing awareness to the public about the global problem of fraud. The show interviews real people who have been the victims of a fraud as well as experts in the field who offer tips on how to avoid becoming a victim. The series educates and thereby protects unsuspecting victims from all sorts of scams. 00:00 The 419 Scam / Moving Fraud 22:27 Counterfeit Money / Mortgage Fraud 44:34 Charity Fraud / Investment Fraud 01:07:03 Travel Fraud / Advance Fee Loan Scam 01:29:25 Home Renovation Fraud / Debit Skimming 01:51:41 Identity Fraud / Lottery/Prize Fraud 02:13:58 Employment Scam / Adoption Fraud 02:36:20 Pump and Dump / Used Car Fraud 02:58:45 Home Improvement Fraud / Pyramid Scheme 03:21:10 Counterfeit Products / Identity Fraud 03:43:10 Art Auction Fraud / Marriage Fraud 04:05:18 Fake Diplomas / Certificate of Deposit Fraud 04:28:13 Car Insurance Fraud / Real Estate Fraud Directors: Paul Hollidge, James Woollatt

Investigation into the last moments of the life of Romy Schneider, a famous actress who left her mark on the history of cinema. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Juan Manuel Fangio was, by any measure one of the most successful racing drivers of all time, winning an astonishing five Formula One World Championships and an incredible twenty-four of the fifty-one races that he contested. Perhaps more importantly however, it was the standards that Fangio set on and off the track that gained him the worldwide respect of both his rivals and spectators. This charismatic Argentinean so captured the public's attention during his career that he became the sport's biggest and most revered name. From his humble beginnings back in Balcarce, Argentina, and his big break into motor-racing all the way to Fangio's final Grand Prix at Reims in 1958, Racing through Time Juan Manuel Fangio has all the action from all of the key races of one of Formula One's most highly acclaimed champions; and also includes interviews with race legends Emerson Fittipaldi and Sir Stirling Moss who give their own personal accounts of the Maestro himself, making this a must have for all fans of motor-racing. Director: Jason Fenwick Series: Racing Through Time

What now for the Wagner Group and leader Yevgeny Prigozhin? For the past 14 months, Russia’s rare military successes were not achieved by the regular army, but by the militiamen of the Wagner commando. They accounted for a quarter of all Russian combatants on the frontline and took part in the toughest fighting. To understand this essential link in the Russian military system, we obtained the testimony of three mercenaries who fought in Wagner’s ranks. They give an insider’s account of how the intelligence services trained and equipped the first fighters. They also provide valuable information about the feared founder of the militia, Dimitri Outkine, an admirer of the Third Reich and Nazi ideology. The testimony of these three fighters sheds light on the troubled personality of Wagner’s current boss, Yevgeny Prigozhin. A former criminal and a wealthy oligarch, this close associate of Vladimir Putin has no qualms about appearing in fatigues near the front line, but also in Russian prisons to recruit new fighters in exchange for having their sentences overturned. He uses macabre humour and the most odious provocation, and is now overshadowing the Russian Defence Minister, whom he openly criticises. We also investigated in Africa, which has become the terrain of conquest for Wagner’s mercenaries. In Sudan, Mali, Mozambique and the Central African Republic, they are everywhere, putting their weapons at the service of authoritarian regimes to crush any opposition or rebellion. In exchange, they seize the natural wealth of these countries. Wherever they go, Wagner commando sows death and desolation. Some of the victims tell of massacres, torture and rape. But Wagner is not just a military force. His men have become specialists in disinformation, not hesitating to stage fake mass graves or produce big-budget action films and propaganda cartoons. The aim: to convince local populations that Russia is their best ally. From the Ukrainian front to the mines of the Central African Republic, we lift the veil on Putin’s private army. Director: Raphaël Pellegrino Year: 2023

In the twilight of his life, Mike, an ordinary American man from Kentucky, is convinced of one thing: his son Kelly was murdered. The police have closed the case, but Mike intends to uncover the truth. Kelly was last seen in November 2018. Initially, with no body, the police were reluctant to investigate. So Mike offered a reward of $10,000 to anyone who would give him information about his son’s disappearance. Then this didn’t work, he sold his house and increased the reward to $25,000. Still nothing. When Kelly’s body was finally found in the river, four months after his disappearance, the police classed it as a suicide. But for Mike, everything suggests that this is murder and not suicide. In front of his computer screen, he sets out the evidence from his investigation: camera images, surveillance of two car parks in the city center, on which we can see two figures ghostly in the night, Kelly and another man. He shows us criminal records and ‘wanted’ notices of men he suspects of having killed his son. In the course of his investigation, the old man reminisces about his past. He wonders about his own trajectory and that of his generation. A history of the American twentieth century emerges. Through the portrait of this “ordinary” man from the southern United States, we offer an immersion into Christian white America. Mike is one of those “forgotten”, for whom the American dream never came true. Director: Antoine Favre & Laura Froidefond

After months of fierce fighting and heavy casualties, German forces (numbering now only about 91,000 surviving soldiers) surrender at Stalingrad on the Volga. Soviet forces launched a counteroffensive against the Germans arrayed at Stalingrad in mid-November 1942. They quickly encircled an entire German army, more than 220,000 soldiers. In February 1943, after months of fierce fighting and heavy casualties, the surviving German forces—only about 91,000 soldiers—surrendered. After the victory at Stalingrad, the Soviet army remained on the offensive, liberating most of Ukraine, and virtually all of Russia and eastern Belorussia during 1943. The battle for the city of Stalingrad proved a decisive psychological turning point, ending a string of German victories in the summer of 1942 and beginning the long retreat westward. Germany proved unable to defeat the Soviet Union, which together with Great Britain and the United States, seized the initiative from Germany. Germany became embroiled in a long war, leading ultimately to its defeat in May 1945. Narrated by Liam Dale

Life in the African savannah can be difficult for animals. Welcome to a wild world where the law of the strongest reigns. Director: Laurent Frapat

Malcolm X, an influential African American leader, was assassinated on February 21, 1965, in Harlem. Born Malcolm Little, he faced racial oppression early in life and joined the Nation of Islam while in prison. He became a prominent preacher advocating for black independence but broke with the Nation after a pilgrimage to Mecca in 1964, promoting racial unity. Facing increasing threats from the Nation of Islam and possibly the U.S. government, he was ultimately killed during a speech. Despite his death, Malcolm X's legacy endures, inspiring movements for social justice and equality worldwide. Director: Ted Anspach

What if paradise exists as a place on earth? In this documentary, we travel to Australia’s East Coast. Director: Anne Viry-Babel Series: Somewhere on Earth

Declassified documents from the Cold War shine light into secret communications between the US and USSR during the tensions. Director: Clive Christopher Original title: Aliens Uncovered: Declassified

The moving film exposes the neglect of an elephant called Billy and chronicles a long campaign to free him from Los Angeles Zoo. It is narrated by iconic UK actress Virginia McKenna OBE. Director: Marshall Corwin

The true story of 2 enemies from the Iran-Iraq war; one saves the other's life on the battlefield, then they meet again by sheer coincidence 20 years later in Canada. Inspired by their miraculous reunion, Najah and Zahed face down their fears and post-traumatic stress and head back to Iraq and Iran to search for missing loved ones. Their journey takes them into the heart of present-day conflicts in a region ravaged by war and ISIS. Their journey is a surprising affirmation of humanity and redemption. Director : Ann Shin Year: 2017 Full documentary

A long journey in the overheated third-class carriage of a train hurtling through the Russian winter at the speed of a galloping donkey, in the company of a former Red Army tanker met by chance on the berth of the train in front and who becomes the commentator on things and people. The most unexpected characters rise and fall, dick, chatter, daydream, snore – and above all tell of their broken lives. Director: Stéphane Breton Original title: A Few Days Together

Before Area 51, hidden deep in the desert, the military discovered a hidden gem that helped them create Project Bluebook. Director: Clive Christopher

Twenty years ago, the destruction of the Buddhas of Bamiyan in Afghanistan shocked the world. Preserved for millennia, these statues disappeared in an instant, victims of the purifying madness of the Taliban. It was to be the start of a new trend: the deliberate destruction of historical artifacts. With Islamist groups in the Sahel, then the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria, world heritage has paid a heavy price. The ancient sites of Palmyra and Hatra, the museums of Mosul and Raqqa and various religious monuments have been reduced to rubble. Since 2016, these acts have been recognised as war crimes by the International Criminal Court. Under the banner of UNESCO and ALIPH, the international community is now attempting to restore and reconstruct these witnesses of time and past civilizations. In Mosul, Iraq, the city museum and its collection of Assyrian art is slowly being restored with the help of the Louvre. The old minaret of the Al-Nouri mosque, a national emblem, is also being restored. Thirty kilometres away, at the Syrian Catholic monastery of Mar Behnam, the mausoleum of a saint that was destroyed by ISIS has been rebuilt. Today, through this rediscovered heritage, the entire population of the region is finding its roots. Director: Thomas Raguet

In the late 70s, the US government launched a message to our distant neighbors. Twenty years later, the response we received sparked the biggest UFO sighting in history. Director: Clive Christopher Series: Aliens Uncovered

In all regions of the globe, we have met these individuals who perform the most trying jobs on earth. 00:00 The worst jobs in the world 00:49 Botswana, fishing in the mud 03:40 Ivory Coast, gold diggers 07:29 Pakistan, bundle carriers 10:21 Around the world 12:01 Jamaica, manure collector 15:01 Ivory Coast, road repairer 17:12 Guinea Conakry, the little convicts of the road 19:42 Ethiopia, salt carrier 22:16 Bhutan, stone breaker 24:26 Nepal, dyke builders 26:09 Ethiopia, feeder of hyenas 28:38 South Sudan, cattle herders 30:36 France, cattle breeder 32:46 Cuba, tobacco farmer 33:53 France, supermarket host 34:29 Venezuela, grocer 37:17 Peru, mountaineer fisherman 41:48 Venezuela, fisherman 43:40 Madagascar, waste pickers 46:08 France, fisherman Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

When money drives almost all activity on the planet, it's essential that we understand it. Yet simple questions often get overlooked - questions like: Where does money come from? Who creates it? Who decides how it gets used? And what does that mean for the millions of ordinary people who suffer when money and finance breaks down? Fact-based and clearly explained, 97% Owned is a new documentary that reveals how the creation of credit and the mystery that surrounds it, is at the root of our current social and economic crisis. Director : Michael Oswald Cast : Ben Dyson, Anne Belsey, Noel Longhurst Original title: 97% owned

With exciting archive race footage, interviews, and expert commentary, "Racing Through Time - Maserati" traces all the history and drama from the exciting and illustrious past of this famous marque. Director: Jason Fenwick Series: Racing Through Time

The Democratic Republic of the Congo, a country four times the size of France. If you want to travel from the capital, Kinshasa, to Kisangani, the third largest city, there is no road. This leaves only plane or boat. A journey of 1,750 kilometres along the Congo, the biggest river in Africa, but more importantly, one of the most dangerous in the world! The Gbermani provides a regular link between the two cities. Like all the other boats on the river, this one is special; it travels in convoy, pushing barges filled with goods and passengers. It’s not very big but it is fitted with two ultra powerful engines that allow it to push two barges and two whaleboats. It is a veritable floating city. A convoy of 1500 people, left to their own devices, without water, electricity, restaurants, medication or pharmacy. Along the river the buoys and navigation signs have long disappeared. The boat must sail by eye, trusting to an old chart dating back to the Belgian colonisation and the instinct and experience of the captain. And many dangers lie in wait for this boat. There are the water hyacinths, threatening to jam the propeller blades at any moment, mechanical failure—frequent on these old tubs—or sandbanks where the boat may run aground, etc. Aboard the barges, one passenger—a trained nurse—attempts to treat the children and, in particular, a man who has cut open his foot in an accident. She has little in the way of medication and no anaesthetics. Assisted by other passengers, she operates on the man fully conscious in an attempt to save his foot. On the other side of the coin there are some happy events, such as the birth of a child, named Gbermani, after the boat. A two-week long journey that stretches out to more than a month on the river of peril. Authors : Daniel Lainé, David Geoffrion

Johannesburg is considered the most uranium-contaminated city in the world. Waste dumps from around 600 abandoned mines sit next to residential communities, blowing polluted dust into homes and contaminating the soil and water supplies. To get a sense of the sheer extent of the problem, Martin Boudot and his team of researchers investigate. Equipped with a Geiger counter, they uncover some dangerous realities. Director: Martin Boudot

Winner of an international Emmy. Music elates, touches the soul and bypasses reason. Music is magic. But precisely this magic can turn it into an insidious weapon – for music and violence belong together. The brutal power of African war dances, the ferocity of Maori Hakas, the earth-shattering roar of US sound guns blasting Metallica at Taliban hideouts – the principle is always the same: aggressive sounds demoralise the enemy and whip the allies into a frenzy. In ’Songs of War’, we explore the extraordinary harmony between music and violence. Sesame Street composer, Christopher Cerf, always wanted his music to be fun and entertaining. But then he learned that his songs had been used to torture prisoners in Guantanamo and Abu Ghraib. He is stunned by this abuse of his work and wants to find out how this could happen. Cerf embarks on a journey to learn what makes music such a powerful stimulant. In the process, he speaks to soldiers, psychologists and prisoners tortured with his music at Guantanamo and find out how the military has been employing music as a potent weapon for hundreds of years. Director: Tristan Chytroschek

"Queen of the Savannah" explores the vital and often overlooked roles of female animals in the wild, challenging the common belief that males are the dominant leaders. The documentary showcases various female animals, including lionesses, cheetahs, baboons, elephants, and hippopotamuses, highlighting their strength, independence, and adaptability. It delves into their daily struggles for survival, emphasizing their critical contributions to their species and the ecosystem. By focusing on these resilient and resourceful females, the film offers a fresh perspective on the dynamics of life on the savannah. Director : Laurent Frapat

Including superb archive footage and interviews with Jaguar’s competition director, Raymond ‘Lofty’ England and ex-driver Duncan Hamilton, “Racing Through Time – Jaguar” is definitely one to watch. Director : Jason Fenwick Series: Racing Through Time

Nevada and New Mexico are the hotbeds when it comes to UFO sightings, but here we take a look into the top 5 cases that have taken place in Arizona. Director: Clive Christopher Series: Aliens Uncovered

Seven young people recount their passion for poetry written in Yiddish during the interwar period, a time of tremendous creative momentum in Yiddish culture. The poetry of these years was universal and intimate at the same time, in relation to all the literary and artistic movements of the time. These poets were polyglots and moved from one country to another. "Yiddishland" was not a country but a language. The protagonists of my film, some Jewish, others not, also move between countries and languages. Everyone will talk about their personal relationship to Yiddish and to a poet they particularly like. For these young people, this Yiddish poetry does not only belong to a Jewish past, but it allows us to situate ourselves in the present. The film will be shot in different cities and in a plurality of languages. Director : Nurith Aviv Script: Nurith Aviv Cast: Migle Anusauskaite, Valentina Fedchenko, Tal Hever Year: 2020 Full documentary

Welcome to Paris, the famous city with a great reputation in fashion and money. Cabaret show, great French stylist, luxury perfume... Nothing escapes this full reporting on the city of lights.

Long forgotten or ignored, females have plenty of surprises in store. Obedient, submissive and always loyal? Think again! On Savannah Lane, we have many ways to care for our little ones. Director: Laurent Frapat Series: Wild Wives of Savannah Lane

But recent scientific research has revealed that more than 450 different kinds of animals engage in homosexual activity. Saint Thomas Productions has taken the results of this research, and combined it with never-before-seen footage, to produce this compelling and groundbreaking documentary. ANIMAL HOMOSEXUALITY explores the various ways homosexuality is expressed in the animal kingdom through courtships, affection, sex, pair-bonding and parenting among many species including dolphins, killer whales, seals, penguins, Japanese macaques and many more. It is also revealed that in the natural world homosexuality does not necessarily cause marginalization. Within some species, most notably dolphins, same-sex pairs often mate for life. With the help of scientific research, international stock footage and location shoots all over the world, Saint Thomas exposes a phenomenon that has gone unnoticed until now and re-examines the fundamental paradigms of nature. Directed by: Bertrand LOYER, Jessica MENENDEZ and Stéphane ALEXANDRESCO

An ob-doc series following High Court Enforcement officers who evict unwanted tenants from homes, offices and squats. and repossess items. With household debt at a record high, the Enforcers have never been busier. Cars, electrical goods and cash are taken, but not without a struggle. We witness the officers being verbally and physically assaulted in the line of duty. But it’s an invaluable service. If they don’t collect money for creditors, the knock on effect on other businesses would be catastrophic. The Enforcers also deal with highly organised political squatters, and the traveller and gypsy community. Even though there are over 100,000 designated sites to accommodate them, the officers are constantly called in to clear them from public land. This documentary series stands on the frontline of protest Britain, but it’s told with wit, humanity and warmth. 0:00 Episode 1 45:29 Episode 2 Narrator: Steven Mackintosh Original title: The Enforcers

Gavriel’s time is running out. As a little boy he was still able to run and play football. Now he’s 15 and wheelchair bound, and his muscles are getting weaker all the time. Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy has so far been seen as incurable. But for the first time there are grounds for hope because of a new tool from the genetic laboratory: ‘Crispr’ enables scientists to alter the genomes of all living organisms faster, more economically and more precisely than ever before. “Crispr" will revolutionise medicine, says paediatrician Ronald Cohn. He’s working in Toronto on a new therapy that could save Gavriel and thousands of other children along with him. ‘Crispr’ can also be used to give plants completely new characteristics: resistance against pests or drought. In the US the first Crispr plants are already in the fields. Even some organic farmers see new opportunities in the innovative breeding method and have doubts whether the total rejection of genetic engineering they’ve espoused till now is still justified. Othersare warning about new dangers. They’re afraid of opening Pandora’s Box and interfering with evolution. The new technology, after all, could not only cure diseases and produce new seeds, but also create designer babies in the future. For the first time, genome interventions are possible, which until now have been merely utopian dreams or horror scenarios. Just how great are the opportunities and the risks? The film looks for answers in Germany, the US and Canada. After more than a year’s research, visiting geneticists, physicians, patients and plant breeders, filmmaker Claudia Ruby reveals what is already happening in laboratories and clinics, in greenhouses and trial fields without the knowledge of the public at large. The film interviews both supporters and opponents, who are all agreed on one thing at least: an intensive public discussion is urgently needed. Because ‘Crispr’ can dramatically affect all our lives. Director : Claudia Ruby

Intercut with interviews with experts Martina Cole tells the story of Myra Hindley, dubbed 'the most evil woman in Britain' by the tabloid press, who, in company with the petty criminal Ian Brady, with whom she was besotted, killed five children in the 1960s, burying their bodies on moorland. Despite her claims that she had reformed whilst in prison, Hindley was always to be denied a release and died in jail aged sixty. The point is made that her crimes appear the more heinous because of her sex. Directors: Janette Clucas, Sean Crotty Series: The Lady Killers

It's been over 45 years since he last raced, but to many Jim Clark remains the greatest racing driver of all time. Clark had his first race in 1956 and by 1958 he was racing for his local team. He made is Formula 1 Grand Prix debut on 6 June 1960. His first Drivers World Championship came in 1963 driving the Lotus 25 and won seven out of the 10 races. In 1968, Clark died in a tragic racing accident in Germany, the cause of which is still unknown. Director: Jason Fenwick Series: Racing Through Time

Learn how games were played in the 8th century BC and what rules the athletes of the time had to follow. Director: Olivier Lemaître

A fascinating documentary about autism, featuring two young children and a teenager. The programme shows the strain placed upon their families and how each family has learned to cope. Director: David Heater

On October 1, 1993, 12-year-old Polly Klaas was abducted from her home by an unknown man during a party organized for her and her friends. The police immediately called in the FBI. Analysts collect fibers from her bedroom. Using a special laser light, they discovered a handprint on the girl's bed. After a two-month investigation, the FBI finally arrested Richard Allen Davis. The prints and fibers found matched the suspect. Davis was convicted of kidnapping and murder. Director: Stuart Taylor

There hasn’t been peace in the Congo for 20 years, the army and the various militias are locked in a constant battle over the country’s precious mineral resources. The fighters on both sides have been profiled often but this documentary looks at a group often thought of as merely victims of the war: women. On both sides there are female combatants. Some are fighting for what they believe in, others because they have nowhere else to go and nothing to lose. Many of these women have never seen peace, they joined to replace fathers lost in battle and never looked back. Others have left a militia but are unable to return home so the army seems like the next best option. Who are these women and what motivates them? We meet those on both side to hear their stories. Director: Stephanie Lamorre

With its world renowned arts festivals, flourishing economy and collaborative tech culture, Austin, Texas has a reputation for being one of the coolest and most progressive cities in America. Companies like Apple, Tesla, Google and Samsung have opened state-of-the-art factories there and, in the past ten years, Austin has gained 500,000 inhabitants. But this city, with its extreme tolerance of minorities and ‘Keep Austin Weird’ campaign, is a democrat bubble in ultra conservative Texas. Former policeman, Tim Enlow, has watched in disgust as the town’s liberal councillors defunded the police. He now works as a private security guard protecting one of Austin’s most notorious residents, far-right radio host and conspiracy theorist, Alex Jones. Three years ago, Jones’ twitter account, facebook page and youtube channel were all shut down for promoting hatred and glorifying violence. He complains that Austin’s new left-wing residents are bringing their ‘cultures of tyranny’ with them. But Texas remains one of the most conservative states in America. Here you don’t need a license to buy a handgun and the state recently introduced America’s most restrictive abortion law. Director: Tâm Melacca & Gary Grabli

In homes, stadiums, offices and pubs around the world, there is an ongoing generational debate over whose country had the best sports era. Maradona & Messi, Pelé & Neymar, Valderrama & James, Chicharito & Hugo Sánchez. Who is the best? What unites them? What sets them apart? The legends of yesterday protect their thrones before the great figures of today who seek to perpetuate their glory. Sabbatical Entertainment lets you settle the debate in this exclusive original documentary. Director : Miguel Somoza

Mary Ann Cotton, hanged in Durham in 1873, was a Victorian Black Widow. Killing for greed, she murdered husbands, stepchildren, her mother and even her own children. Directors: Veerinder Mann, Sean Crotty Series: The Lady Killers

The math is simple. We can emit 565 more gigatons of carbon dioxide and stay below 2°C of warming — anything more than that risks catastrophe for life on earth. The only problem? Burning the fossil fuel that corporations now have in their reserves would result in emitting 2,795 gigatons of carbon dioxide — five times the safe amount. To raise awareness of this terrifying math and build a movement to challenge the fossil fuel industry, bestselling author and environmental activist Bill McKibben and 350.org, the organization he founded, went coast to coast for one of the most critical road-shows there has ever been. DO THE MATH serves as a much needed correction to industry spin and deliberate misinformation about the climate crisis, and shows how an unprecedented global movement is rising up to keep CO2 emissions down. Director: Kelly Nyks, Jared P. Scott Original title: Do the math

70km from Prague, in Theresienstadt, the Austrian Emperor Joseph II (18th century) made build a fortress. 12 doors surround it and give it the typical shape of a star. With the Nuremberg laws passed, the concentration camp and extermination machine in motion, the Nazis deported and imprisoned the Jews of Bohemia and Moravia there. The ghetto emptied and filled with deportations and transfers to Auschwitz-Birkenau from 1942. When in 1943 the International Red Cross demanded to know the fate of the deportees, Terezin was chosen by the Nazi administration as decorum for a sprawling lie in the form of a propaganda film "The Fuhrer offers a city to the Jews", intended to keep the final solution secret. The citadel is restored, a kiosk and a music library are built, gardens planted, artistic and cultural activities encouraged by the needs of the lie, a fake school is opened. On June 27, 1944, Doctor Rossel, sent by the International Red Cross, was amazed by his visit to Theresienstadt: in the middle of the war, the Jews were eating, laughing and having fun! Rossel submits an enthusiastic report, illustrated with the 36 photos he took on site. Thus he sends the prisoners back into the infernal machine of the final solution, gas and cremation. From Terezin, we have a quantity of drawings, poems and texts, by children and artists. It is through these unique testimonies that we invite you to discover the underside of this historical imposture. Director: Chochana Boukhobza

In 1950s Montreal Scottish born psychiatrist Dr. Ewen Cameron experimented on his patients, using sensory deprivation, forced comas and LSD injections. Covertly funded by the Canadian government and the CIA, his techniques have been used in Northern Ireland, Guantánamo and 27 countries around the world. Including extraordinary first hand testimony from Guantanamo survivors, the Hooded Men from Northern Ireland and senior American psychologists and military personnel, Eminent Monsters shows how the collusion of doctors to aid and abet physical pressure began in the 1950s and continues to this day. Director: Stephen Bennett 04:00 Montréal 22:46 Winnipeg 50:49 Afghanistan 52:37 Mauritania 57:46 New York 11:14:57 Toronto

An exploration of health care with human rights at the center that offers innovative solutions for all humanity. Director: Paul Roberts Original title: Diagnosing Healthcare

1969, a polarizing year that changed the world forever. To commemorate, Sabbatical Entertainment presents Time Capsule ’69. We travel to the past to witness how history was transformed and relive unforgettable events such as Woodstock Festival, The Beatles' last performance, Pelé's 1,000th goal, as well as the first man to set foot on the moon. Director: Manuel Mejia Perez Original title: Time Capsule 1969

Marc Isaacs chronicles the destinies of Londoners from various social classes during the current economic crisis. Shot in the City, the financial center, the film centers on four main characters, from the trader who lost his family because of his compulsive focus on the financial markets, to the street sweeper seeking inner peace in a life of spirituality. With images of the eternally rainy capital and impressive music, Isaacs fluidly balances his portraits of men struggling to find their place in the London anthill. Director: Marc Isaacs

Between 1969 and 1972 twelve men walked on the surface of the moon. It was seen as the first chapter in an ambitious program of space exploration. Year 2020

Road accidents, fires, murders, shootings and police chases… US news channels are dedicating more and more airtime to covering these events. Every evening, hundreds of professionals go scoop hunting. Their goal: to capture the most sensational stories in images to feed the continuous news channels that love these news items. To achieve this, there is only one solution: be on the alert all night aboard a vehicle over-equipped with radios connected to the various police, fire and sheriff departments. A relentless hunt that can bring a lot to these night men up to 20,000 dollars a month… One of the favorite playgrounds of these scoop hunters is Los Angeles. With an average of 150 accidents per day, 749 car chases and 394 murders, the city has become the emblematic place for races with shocking images. Zak Holman has become the king of night reporters. At 33, he has created a veritable empire here. And to stay at the top, he does not hesitate to take all the risks: chases at more than 200 km/h on the highway, fires and shootings… Nothing stops him. Every evening, from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., the man covers about ten calls for a minimum loot of $2,000. At his side, Jack Reynolds, his employee and friend. Trained by the best, this young 29-year-old reporter has smelled the right story that he can sell for several hundred dollars. With a dismal highway crash and a globally broadcast shootout with star rapper Kodak Black, Jack hits the mark. On the other side of town, Jamie Araki, is trying somehow to find a place for herself in this ultra-competitive and above all, very dangerous environment. Every evening, the 22-year-old young woman takes big risks alone in her car in the heart of the riskiest neighborhoods of the city. In Texas, in San Antonio, business is booming for Ken Branca. At 41, he is the town reporter. In 10 years, he has seen everything, filmed everything. He specialises in shooting news reports. This year, Ken is twice as busy. He has covered fifty stories in the past two months. We followed these extreme scoop chasers for months to record the stories behind the stories. Director: Barbara Hinderholtz

Investigations connected to ancient text reveal interactions between humans and another kind. Who is this group and why are they being hidden from us? Director: Clive Christopher

Investigation into Syrian poverty, through the eyes of children who grew up in the rubble. Welcome to Syria! Director: Bernie Bonvoisin Subtitles available

On the banks of Louisiana, fierce Indigenous women are ready to fight-to stop the corporate blacksnake and preserve their way of life. They are risking everything to protect Mother Earth from the predatory fossil fuel companies that seek to poison it. Original title: Water is life

After half a century, oil has become the cause of corruption, kidnapping and civil war in the Niger Delta. Black gold has awakened the most insatiable appetites and caused the largest oil spill in the history of Africa.

In 2014, a new cryptocurrency was unveiled: OneCoin. At mass events resembling religious gatherings, charismatic founder, Ruja Ignatova, claimed it was on course to become the world’s biggest digital currency and would change the world. In fact, it was a giant ponzi scheme. There was no blockchain, no pay-out system, nothing but the promise of fantastic rates of return. Ruja and her cronies invented a new, favourable exchange rate every day. And it worked: OneCoin was soon hyped as the cryptocurrency for the poor. A currency that would turn paupers into princes. In truth, it only turned Ruja Ignatova into the Cryptoqueen. She threw lavish champagne parties in Frankfurt, Sofia and New York. She bought two dozen luxury properties around the world. Until she went AWOL. At present, nobody knows where she is. But despite all that, many investors continue to believe in OneCoin. How did Ruja Ignatova manage to dupe authorities and clients alike? Who knew what when? How does OneCoin manage to continue to operate? And who are the shady people behind the Cryptoqueen? Director: Johan von Mirbach Year: 2022

This punchy music documentary chronicles how Punk collapsed into Ska, New Wave and the Mod scene in the late 70's. Featured are rare live performances and exclusive interviews Director : Wolfgang Büld Cast : Mick Avory, Mike Barson, Mark Bedford, Ray Davis, Stewart Copland, Bob Geldof, Paul Weller, Sid Vicious, Joe Strummer, Sting, John Lydon

The decision not to extradite Julian Assange to the United States is unlikely to be the end of his long struggle. For the past 10 years, Premiere Lignes has investigated Assange and the WikiLeaks network. In their first film in 2011, they interviewed Julian Assange and his team and profiled these new transparency activists who aim to disrupt citizens’ relationship with information. In 2013, they met Julian Assange again, interviewing him in the Ecuadorian Embassy in London, where he described a society petrified by authoritarian excesses that he felt obliged to confront. At the time, Assange had no idea that he was going to spend seven years between four walls, watched by surveillance cameras. During the past decade, WikiLeaks has come under constant pressure from the U.S. government. But the site continued to publish compromising documents that illuminate and shape our world. In 2016, its interventions in the US elections played a crucial role in the election of Donald Trump. In 2017, it tried to similarly influence the French election. Throughout all these years, the Première Lignes team continued to investigate, regularly filming new interviews. They met with Julian Assange’s father, who regularly goes to Belmarsh prison near London, where his son is imprisoned. They also spoke to his lawyers who denounce Assange’s arbitrary detention. Today, Julian Assange and WikiLeaks are at a turning point in their history. For his detractors, Assange is a spy and traitor who deserves his fate. For his supporters, the extradition request is a serious and unprecedented attack on the freedom of information, protected by the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Who’s to say The Guardian, Der Spiegel or Le Monde could not also be prosecuted for collaborating with WikiLeaks? Directors: Nicolas Vescovacci, Luc Hermann, Paul Moreira

Africa's development is being held back by poor infrastructure and undersized power plants. Countries like Uganda can only produce only 1/4 of the energy needed, leading to daily power cuts with disastrous economic impacts. It's a golden opportunity for nuclear giants who lobby aggressively for more power plants in Africa. But how safe are these new reactors? And what do they mean for locals? Director: Marcel Kolvenbach

Pakistan, Uganda, Sierra Leone, Guatemala... there are many children around the world who work in very difficult and dangerous conditions. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV 01:03 Uganda 04:06 Bangladesh 08:50 Guatemala 12:58 Pakistani 15:02 Guinea 18:30 Tchad 24:57 Nepal 27:14 Bangladesh 30:13 Sierra Leone 32:34 Kenya 35:27 Guinea Conakry 39:30 Haiti 42:57 Guinea Conakry 46:06 Afghanistan 48:42 Uganda French audio available Subtitles available Directors: Charles Comiti, Julien Boluen, Philippe Lafaix, Paul Comiti, Guillaume Lhotellier, Daniel Lainé, Frédéric Elhorga, Sébastien Perez-Pezzani, Alexandre Dereims, Alexandre Spalaikovitch, Patrice Lucchini, Jean-Charles Doria

On August 23, 1973 a bank robbery at the Kreditbank in Stockholm went badly wrong. It turned into a hostage situation which lasted six days, and gave its name to a phenomenon. Stockholm Syndrome is a way of describing the emotional bonds which some people can form with a captor or abuser. And it all started in that bank in Stockholm. During the siege, despite being held against their will in a dangerous situation, the four hostages bonded with the bank robbers and turned against the police. They continued to defend their captors after their release and refused to testify against them. In fact, they even raised money for the bank robbers’ defence. This survival mechanism came to be known as “Stockholm Syndrome.” In this film, nearly fifty years after the events, we hear directly from the hostages, bank robbers and police and find out what happened during those six eventful days. Director: Olivier Pighetti

Alfa Romeo – the very name conjures up images of racing. Even though it is now more than fifty years since the Italian company dominated the Grand Prix World Championship, Alfa Romeo has retained its sporting pedigree. Director: Jason Fenwick Series: Racing Through Time

End of Truth is an emotionally powerful investigation into the global enterprise of kidnapping for financial or political gain and what happens when negotiations and rescue missions go horribly wrong – following the stories of John Cantlie and Jim Foley. This film takes the viewer behind the scenes to meet those involved in the search and those with inside knowledge about the abductions. Director : Tricia Todd and Eric Matthies Original title: End of truth

Explosive new facts on who may have been responsible for JKF's untimely death are explored in a revealing, cutting edge current day assessment of all the evidence and new developments in this monumental case. From CIA involvement, to shots fired from the Grassy Knoll, to the Warren Commission and more, experience the enigma of this pivotal moment in world history like never before. In his final interview Ted Sorensen, JFK's script writer and closest advisor, discloses his insights along with several key witnesses coupled with never-before-seen expert opinions and forensic assessments. Director: Brent Holland Script: Brent Holland Cast: Ted Sorenson, Sherry Fiester, Lamar Waldron, James Tague, Cyril Wecht 2023 Full documentary

Two guys on the run from a local drug lord, hide out in an English estate located in South Central Los Angels, as a butler and a valet. Director : Chris Desmond Casting : David Tate, Kevin Gardner, Anne Letscher Year : 2018 Comedy Full movie

The story of Joe Colombo, the youngest Godfather of the Mafia that had problems caused by his flamboyant way of living.

What does the world’s most watched mega-event and a remote indigenous community have in common? A forgotten indigenous tribe in Borneo is devastated by a merciless logging company. Determined to find the source of the forces ravaging their ancestral forest, three tribesmen take matters into their own hands and follow their stolen wood. This sets in motion a quest which will take them to Tokyo, and the heart of the Olympic phenomenon. Borneo, most of which is Indonesian territory, is the third largest island in the world and one of the most important Borneo is one of the most important rainforest areas on earth. Only 60 years ago, it was almost completely covered by primary forest. This forest is home to many indigenous peoples and the diversity of species is greater here than anywhere else in the world. But the rainforest on Borneo is also being cleared to an increasingly greater extent to make way for palm oil and timber plantations. A habitat that is thousands of years old is threatening to disappear. Filmmakers Balint Revesz and Angus MacInnes spent several years living with the Dayak-Bahao people in the central highlands of Borneo, observing and researching with them the creeping loss of their ancestral homeland. Together with three emissaries of the village, they embark on a journey that leads from the rainforests of Borneo to the Japanese metropolis of Tokyo, where tropical timber is being used in the stadiums for the Olympic Games. They follow the path of the stolen trees and come across swathes of devastation and huge palm oil plantations in the middle of the jungle. On the one hand, the film raises the question of how supply chains can be traced or concealed and what role politics plays in this. On the other hand, it delves deeply into indigenous life and the mythical relationship of the indigenous people to the forest, which has been preserved by their peoples for thousands of years. With magnificent images and a deep closeness to the local people, the filmmakers tell of a landscape in transition and of a very special relationship between humans and nature. Uprooted the Olympic Tribe Director: Balint Revesz and Angus MacInnes

Every year, 500,000 Europeans die prematurely due to air pollution. One of the main causes of this pollution is coal, still used in many countries. And this air pollution has no borders. It contaminates the entire continent. Everywhere, citizens are fighting for the right to air that is safe to breathe. Lacking tangible evidence, their calls for regulation are easily dismissed - a team of scientists and journalists sets out to search for evidence of air pollution. In Poland, 75% of electricity is produced from coal. Rybnik, Poland, is one of the most polluted cities in Europe. Here, even pre-Covid, children wore masks to play outside and were advised to spend most of their time indoors to avoid breathing the toxic air. A shocking study conducted for this investigation revealed that children here have 425% more black carbon in their bodies than children in Strasbourg. This made the headlines across Europe and even attracted the attention of the Polish government. The study also showed that children in Strasbourg - a city with average levels of air pollution for a European metropolitan city - have nearly a million particles of black carbon per millilitre in their urine. Will the powerful coal lobby resist these revelations? Director: Martin Boudot First broacast Saturday 12 March 2022

"The Long March of Bob Slaughter” tells the story of a US veteran and his D-Day experience during World War II. Told using historical footage and interviews, Slaughter’s moving tale is brought to life and reminds us of the enormous sacrifices made decades ago. Director : Eric Elléna & Vanessa Escalante

Poland is more divided than ever before, between those who defend traditional values and those who want Poland to modernise and look to the future. The government has put in place an ultra-conservative policy which runs counter to the values of the European Union. Despite injunctions issued by Brussels, Poland continues to exploit its black gold: coal. In the south-west of the country, Michal is a miner, like his father and grandfather before him. In 2022, 15 miners lost their lives in accidents caused by rock slides or fires. The use of coal makes Poland one of the most polluted states in Europe, and in many areas, the air has become toxic. In winter, the city of Rybnik is shrouded in a thick fog of coal particles that darken the sky and cause serious respiratory illnesses. In Poland, many civil liberties are now under threat. The Law and Justice party, in power since 2015, is attacking women’s rights in particular. Poland, along with Malta, is one of the last remaining countries in the European Union ban abortion. As a result, 80,000 women have illegal abortions every year. The associations that help them risk criminal prosecution. We followed the trial of Justyna Wydrzyńska, who faces three years in prison for supplying abortion pills. Izabela, a thirty-year-old mother, died after doctors refused to terminate her dangerous pregnancy. Indifferent to the president’s reactionary rhetoric, ultra-nationalist groups like the Youth of Greater Poland flourish. With flaming torches, dark suits and tightly packed ranks, its members march through the streets defending the idea of a white, Catholic and openly homophobic Poland. Faced with these threats, some LGBT activists are even considering fleeing abroad. Despite this, a large part of the population rejects this return to conservative ideology. The country is now divided between the defenders of traditionalist values and the supporters of a modern and tolerant Poland. Director: Mathilde Gautry & Lucas Gregorio Year: 2023

A documentary that shows the different fauna that populates natural habitats of France, and the people that aims to protect and preserve them. Director: Fred Fougea Writers: Jacques Malaterre, Fred Fougea, Marie-Noëlle Himbert Stars: Guillaume de Tonquédec, Christian Couloumy, Stéphanie Bodet Opus 1 https://youtu.be/-FcsItpGyfc Opus 2 https://youtu.be/WA6LtwfHXmI Opus 3 https://youtu.be/Lhi5USQ1N9I

In the cosmopolitan cities of Geneva, Lausanne or Zurich, or in the rural valleys or in the mountain villages, the distinctive Swiss identity never fails to surprise its visitors. Director: Pascal Carron

Pelé was a prodigy that played with "ginga". As a child he played insistently in the favelas of Sao Paolo, he developed perfect balance, unique vision, and an unimaginable control of the ball that left everyone breathless. The King Pelé, as he was referred to by all Brazilians after winning the country's first World Cup in 1958, is the oldest living legend in all sports. He is a global icon, and idol to so many, not only for the exceptional athlete he was, but for the human being he is. A true role model for so many around the world. Sabbatical's latest production presents remastered game footage of Pelé's most legendary goals for Brazil throughout his indelible career. Director: Miguel Somoza

Three girls die before their 21st birthdays. Soon after, their stories go viral, and the world is given access to their lives and deaths. Kayleigh wrote a bucket list that was shared the world over after her death, inspiring thousands of strangers to live her dreams. Amber seemed to have it all, her suicide sent shockwaves through her small town, questions are asked and a portrait of online bullying and torment emerge. Jenna is diagnosed with a disease so rare that doctors didn’t know how to treat it, turning to social media to find support and raise awareness, her campaign ‘Get Me to 21’ makes her a star. Timelines is a documentary about three young girls who lived and died on the internet, a story about grief in the digital age and how personas are shaped Online. Director: Tarryn Lee Crossman

Every year, over 100,000 Mexicans living in the USA are deported to Mexico. Many of them have grown up and spent decades in America, working, paying taxes, starting families. Some can’t even speak Spanish. In a matter of day, they find themselves torn away from their children and loved ones and escorted across the border. Unable to return home and unable to appeal their deportation. The border town of Tijuana has become an airlock between two worlds, where the broken lives of migrants end up. For many of these deportees, the only work available is in relocated American call centers. They spend their days answering calls from American consumers, pretending to be working from America, and their evenings looking at the lights from across the border, trying to maintain some contact with their families left behind. Rocio, Richard and Sergio are just three of those affected. We follow them for nearly a year as they struggle to make sense of the situation they are now in and rebuild their lives. Director : Alex Gohari & Léo Mattei

Join us for a moment of reflection, which invites us to think and ask ourselves questions, to be open to change and to understand all the facts concerning the LGBTQIA+ community Genders, orientation, pronouns, rights, transformation and evolution. Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) social movements is a political ideology and social movement that advocate for the full acceptance of LGBT people in society. In these movements, LGBT people and their allies have a long history of campaigning for what is now generally called LGBT rights, sometimes also called gay rights or gay and lesbian rights. Although there is not a primary or an overarching central organization that represents all LGBT people and their interests, numerous LGBT rights organizations are active worldwide. Sabbatical Entertainment presents Persona. Director: Miguel Somoza Original Title: Persona

This is the story of one of the most Top Secret Missions of World War II, called Operation Carpetbagger, and features some of the key players who flew and crewed the Heavy B-24D Liberators that trained and participated in the missions. Including, Waist Gunner and Engineer, Henry D. MacMillan Jr. and the William's Crew. Also featuring commentary from some of the war hero's friends and family members. Director: Jerry Simmons Script: Vaton Hadley 2018 Full documentary

Monday 15th, April 2019. The world watches in horror as Notre-Dame, Paris’ iconic cathedral, burns. While news stations around the globe cover the events live and the streets fill with people in shock, an extraordinary story was taking place behind the scenes. Just a few key moments decided the fate of the Notre Dame, saving it from total destruction. Director Emilie Lançon gained access to unpublished images and exclusive testimonies from the Paris Fire Brigade, from the highest-ranking officers to workers on the ground. She speaks to General Gallet, commander of the firemen of Paris, who after the astonishing collapse of the spire, masterminded the last-ditch desperate attempt to save Notre-Dame. With no time to spare, he scribbled a strategy on a simple piece of paper. The plan put the lives of dozens of men and women at risk, but nonetheless gained the approval of the President of the Republic. One short moment where everything hung in the balance. For the first time, we show these incredible scenes. This film reveals the previously unknown events in an extraordinary battle to save the Cathedral, including the moment the spire collapsed, causing a gigantic blast effect that closed the doors, trapping in the firefighters inside and how the Cathedral’s treasures were preserved in a desperate race against the clock. Director: Emilie Lançon

Sabbatical Entertainment’s exclusive original documentary admires Christian Dior, the famous French fashion designer whose post–World War II creations were wildly popular and whose legacy continues to influence the fashion industry. Director : Carla Duarte Cast : Christian Dior

For several months, from the Seychelles Islands to the Somali coast, Olivier Joulie went to meet fishing bosses, soldiers and even pirates... His very detailed investigation betrays the disarray that reigns in a region where fish catches are multiplying hostages. Covering two million square kilometers, from the Indian Ocean to the Gulf of Aden, the area has become one of all dangers. In 2009, more than two hundred ships were victims of acts of piracy there. Giant oil tankers, cruise ships or fishing boats, no building is safe. In Port Victoria, the crews of Spanish tuna boats do not hide their concern. Barring a miracle, they will have to rely only on themselves to repel the pirate attacks. This is no longer the case for their French colleagues. The owners of the nine fishing boats engaged in the region ended up putting their hands in their pockets. For an amount estimated at 2.5 million euros, they now ensure the presence on board of around sixty marines. Men ready for anything In order to secure the region, Europe set up Operation Atalanta in 2008. A device engaging frigates and patrol aircraft. Protection considered, by many, insufficient. Especially since, entering Somalia, and particularly in Puntland, Olivier Joulie realizes that the lure of profit is pushing more and more Somalis towards delinquency. They sometimes obtain millions of euros to free the ships they have taken control of. The causes of the explosion of this maritime crime are crystal clear for Sayid Aden Cade, the mayor of the village of Hobyo: "Intensive fishing by large foreign boats destroys wildlife. They draw on our natural resources and the fish are gradually disappearing . Our fishermen, with their simple nets, do not have the means to fight and they are becoming more and more poor..." No reason in sight for the pirates to soon put away their skiffs and their Kalashnikovs... Director: Olivier Joulie

Good friends and business partners Robert Kubecka and Donald Barstow were able to bring down nine of the biggest gangsters of New York City.

HMP Belmarsh prison was built in 1991 in South East London to house Britain’s most violent criminals. This documentary gives a fascinating insight into the country’s toughest prison and explores the untold story of a brutal environment, told through the remarkable testimonies from the brave officers who served there and the infamous prisoners who spent time inside.

A biography of the King of Rock and Roll. From his birth in Tupelo, Mississippi, through his meteoric rise, join us as we highlight some of the milestones that formed Elvis into one of the greatest entertainers of all times. Director: Miguel Somoza Year: 2023 Biography, Documentary

Observational documentary series following the work of police in Kent, England. Body cameras capture the demanding day-to-day work of officers as they respond to emergencies, investigate crimes and arrest suspects. 00:00 Episode 1 Somebody's Got to Do It: While carrying out a raid, Rob is horrified to discover he has tasered a teenage boy. GG and Gemma are forced to get physical with an angry drunk. 45:12 Episode 2 Nothing Personal: Rob tries to trace the source of a dangerous new batch of drugs that's been causing a spate of overdoses in Medway. Dan chases down an aggressive drink driver. 01:29:16 Episode 3 Necessary Force: Response officers Alysha and Amy are on the hunt for a teenager with a firearm, while GG and Carl come to the rescue when a colleague is assaulted by a drunken reveller. 02:12:00 Episode 4 Safe from Harm: Dan comes to the aid of a vulnerable man whose flat has been taken over by drug dealers. Grant and Ellie respond to reports of a fight only to discover a case of domestic abuse. 02:53:55 Episode 5 It's Not for Everyone: A new recruit and her mentor get separated during a domestic abuse call-out with a violent offender, while a traumatised family reports an attempted home invasion 03:34:07 Episode 6 Anything Could Happen: A seemingly routine vehicle check takes an unexpected turn for GG when the driver assaults her, while Liana and Dani arrest a drunken woman suspected of shoplifting. Original title: This Cop Life

New York City mafia hit man, Roy Demeo, escaped the authorities for a long time and killed around 200 people.

Bad Hombres explores the most heavily used migration route on Earth. Journalist Stef Biemans traveled between Guatemala and the US to see what the so-called ‘bad hombres’ hope to find in the USA. Who are the people who inspired the building of a wall on the Mexican border? Director: Stef Biemans

This is the struggle to save the world. DISOBEDIENCE is the David vs Goliath story of front line leaders around the globe risking life and limb in the fight for a livable future for us all. Interwoven with this riveting verity footage are the most renowned voices in the global conversation on movements and justice. They come together making a statement on climate action that is passionate, personal and powerful. The stakes could not be higher, or the mission more critical.

We follow the lives of four members of the Lebanese Christian elite. In one of the world's most politically unstable countries, they are a symbol of the former “Switzerland of the Middle East” – the last representatives of a golden age they are reluctant to give up. They have overcome their fears for the future and live life to the fullest, as if nothing had changed. They live in a bittersweet oasis, a mix of an intense social life with the extravagance of bygone times. Through an elegant mise-en-scène, we witness the end of an era and a way of life whose days are numbered. Director: Eric Motjer Original title: Beirut : La Vie en Rose

It’s the biggest scandal in German industrial history: For more than ten years, automobile manufacturers and suppliers working for lots of different companies lied to consumers and authorities by deliberately manipulating the exhaust emissions of their vehicles. With catastrophic consequences: Almost 20 million car owners worldwide were cheated. The reputation of Germany’s car industry is ruined. And the consequences for human health and the environment are immense. In this investigative documentary, industry insiders reveal that this is the logical consequence of a culture of profit maximization at the expense of morality, decency and legality. The background of the diesel scandal – how Germany’s carmakers and their suppliers deliberately developed illegal defeat devices, exploited legal loopholes and lied to consumers and control authorities for decades – is breath-taking. The main protagonists of our film are whistle-blowers fighting against powerful car bosses. An ex-engineer, an ex-manager, a lawyer – they all break their silence for the first time in front of the camera to reveal the criminal activities in Germany’s car industry. We closely follow our protagonists and accompany them in their often very personal fight against injustice and cover-ups. The film concentrates on their personal accounts and interweaves news reports and official statements, and thus exposes the discrepancy between what we were lead to believe and what really happened. Director: Johan von Mirbach

Deep in the sub-Arctic boreal forest of far Northern Mongolia, straddling the border of Russian Siberia, a unique minority group lives in the sprawling tundra. Practicing the same way of life for thousands of years, this indigenous tribe is among the world’s smallest ethnic minorities and last reindeer herding nomads. But today, the Tsaatan people are facing a threat which may have a great impact on their survival: the government of Ulan Bator wants to force all children to go to school from the age of 6. For these families, it is a heartbreak. And it is also a questioning of their whole way of life. So what to do? Renounce their traditions to offer their children a different destiny? Or disobey? The Tsaatan are undoubtedly facing one of the greatest challenges of their existence. Through the portrait of Magsar and his family, this film follows the life of these nomads, out of time, conscious of being at a turning point in their history. Isolated in the taiga, in love with their reindeer and deeply attached to their family unit, they offer us a surprisingly lucid look at their fragile and threatened world. Direction: Pierre Da Silva & Hervé Bouchaud Production: Sable Rouge for ARTE France

Three generations of Amish make a rare decision to tell their stories after months of reflection and debate with their pastors. How can they live between an ancestral ideology and a civilization of consumption pushed to the extreme? This documentary raises questions about the notion of individual freedom, belonging to a minority, economic and social norms, as well as the place of women. Director : Mélanie Van Der Ender

Faced with the collapse of the European bee population, researchers are trying to find alternative solutions for crop pollination.

Revealing the secrets of the Mafia's most notorious members, beginning with Sam Giancana, who was associated with the Kennedys, Frank Sinatra and the CIA.

Paris: A Wild Story relates the destinies of animals that stroll through town in search of food, love and adventures while men go about their daily lives. There exists a wild and unsung Paris that we do not suspect. Let's take a walk on the city's wild side, and set off in search of its secret tales. Director: Fred Fougea Stars: Nathan Willcocks Subtitles are available Multi audio language

Millions of people worldwide are physically dependent on commonly prescribed psychiatric drugs. While these drugs can provide effective short-term relief, pharmaceutical companies have hidden -from both doctors and patients- their dangerous side effects, addictive nature and long-term harm. Directors: Lynn Cunningham and Wendy Ractliffe Original title: Medicating Normal

Part travelogue, part history lesson - travel through the British countryside in the footsteps of some of the greatest English authors of all-time. Visit locations that inspired them and learn the history of the sites. See where Jane Austen, the Brontë sisters, Charles Dickens, George Eliot, Thomas Hardy and D.H. Lawrence lived and wrote. Step into "Literary Landscapes" of Rural Britain. Narrated by Liam Dale Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

After half a century, oil has become the cause of corruption, kidnapping and civil war in the Niger Delta. Black gold has awakened the most insatiable appetites and caused the largest oil spill in the history of Africa.

Phosphate fertilizers are essential to modern agriculture, especially for growing potatoes, one of the the favorites vegetables of Europeans. In Morocco, the country with the largest phosphate reserves, residents complain about the impacts of fertilizer production on their environment and their health. But they lack scientific data. A team of journalists, in collaboration with European scientists, set out to search for evidence of contamination in Morocco but also in Europe. With nearly 150 samples, they develop an unprecedented study on a poison hidden in these fertilizers and which contaminates potatoes. This poison is cadmium, a heavy carcinogenic metal. It is found on our plate and at the end of the day, in our body. Their revelations will make the news and change the law. Director: Martin Boudot First broacast September 19th, 2021

We cannot see the waves, we cannot hear them, we cannot touch them, but they are all around us, invading the air, irradiating our body and the environment. An Invisible Threat looks at the relationship between microwave technology and health, investigating the conflicts of interest among industry representatives, politicians, scientists and consumers that leave us unprotected to the effects of radiation. Microwave effects are currently being analysed and debated in almost all developed countries. The question is, are we prepared for the answers. Director: Pablo Coca

In the twilight of his life, Mike, an ordinary American man from Kentucky, is convinced of one thing: his son Kelly was murdered. The police have closed the case, but Mike intends to uncover the truth. Kelly was last seen in November 2018. Initially, with no body, the police were reluctant to investigate. So Mike offered a reward of $10,000 to anyone who would give him information about his son’s disappearance. Then this didn’t work, he sold his house and increased the reward to $25,000. Still nothing. When Kelly’s body was finally found in the river, four months after his disappearance, the police classed it as a suicide. But for Mike, everything suggests that this is murder and not suicide. In front of his computer screen, he sets out the evidence from his investigation: camera images, surveillance of two car parks in the city center, on which we can see two figures ghostly in the night, Kelly and another man. He shows us criminal records and ‘wanted’ notices of men he suspects of having killed his son. In the course of his investigation, the old man reminisces about his past. He wonders about his own trajectory and that of his generation. A history of the American twentieth century emerges. Through the portrait of this “ordinary” man from the southern United States, we offer an immersion into Christian white America. Mike is one of those “forgotten”, for whom the American dream never came true. Director: Antoine Favre & Laura Froidefond

Africa's development is being held back by poor infrastructure and undersized power plants. Countries like Uganda can only produce only 1/4 of the energy needed, leading to daily power cuts with disastrous economic impacts. It's a golden opportunity for nuclear giants who lobby aggressively for more power plants in Africa. But how safe are these new reactors? And what do they mean for locals? Director: Marcel Kolvenbach

One of the main reasons for the success of the D-Day landings was the element of surprise, the incredibly huge invasion force, congregating along the south coast of England went undetected by German Intelligence. Hitler's Generals believed the stormy weather meant it would be mission impossible, and it almost was. Narrated by Liam Dale

Wildlife SOS is an NGO, that rescues wildlife across India. In Saving Elephants, we see how this team of experts reduces human-animal conflict by creating a unique elephant collaring and tracking program to alert communities about potentially destructive wild herds in their area. We also see their rescue of an ailing 60-year-old blind elephant named Nina, who for years had been exploited for use in traditional weddings and as entertainment.

Blizzards affect mankind every winter, across every continent. Combining ice cold temperatures, snow and extreme wind, this mother of all storms is a living hell that has the power to paralyse entire countries. From the prairies of Canada to Northern China, this episode explores the destructive and unpredictable nature of blizzards. Director: Jean-François Méplon, Richard Poisson

"The Long March of Bob Slaughter” tells the story of a US veteran and his D-Day experience during World War II. Told using historical footage and interviews, Slaughter’s moving tale is brought to life and reminds us of the enormous sacrifices made decades ago. Director : Eric Elléna & Vanessa Escalante

33,000 Americans are killed by guns each year. America's 325 million residents own an estimated 347 million firearms. Not surprisingly, gun violence has become one of the most urgent public health issues facing Americans. In 91%, gun violence victims tell their heart-breaking stories of loss, pain, and a heroic search for hope in a nation stalled in a senseless gun control debate. Throughout these shootings, we find a common thread – the gunmen had all-too-easy access to the virtually untraceable, high-powered weaponry. By highlighting the impact of unregulated gun sales, 91% addresses the real problems and possible solutions to gun violence. It's something we all agree about, we just don't know it yet. Director: John Richie Original Title: 91%: A Film About Guns in America

A vital investigation of the economic and environmental instability of America's food system, from the agricultural issues we face - soil loss, water depletion, climate change, pesticide use - to the community of leaders who are determined to fix it. Sustainable is a film about the land, the people who work it, and what must be done to sustain it for future generations. Director : Matt Wechsler Script : Matt Wechsler Cast : Marty Travis, Dan Barber, Rick Bayless Year : 2016 Documentary, historic Full documentary

Codenamed Operation Neptune, was a World War II Allied amphibious and airborne military operation launched on the night of June 5–6, 1944. A major military operation which gave a new face to the Second World War. At the cost of many soldiers' lives. Full documentary, illustrated with numerous archive images and testimonies. Directed, produced and narrated by Liam Dale Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

As tributes pour in for Queen Elizabeth II, we look back at the fascinating relationship between the Queen and her fourteen prime ministers. From Winston Churchill, who was smitten with his young queen, to the difficult relationship with Margareth Thatcher, to the boisterous Brexiteer Boris Johnson – this film sheds light on the secretive relationship between the head of state and the head of government. Filmmakers Katharina Wolff and Larissa Klinker see Queen Elizabeth II as a symbol of the centuries-old power structure in the United Kingdom. Although Britain’s monarch has no direct political power, every week the prime minister drives from Downing Street to Buckingham Palace for a private audience. In this film, personal secretaries, political pundits and Buckingham Palace insiders reveal what is discussed during these secret meetings, and how much personal likes and dislikes determine the relationship between royalty and government, between representative and political power. Using archive footage and personal accounts, this film shows how the Queen has accompanied her prime ministers through their time in office. Much has changed in Britain during the 70 years of Elizabeth’s reign – but one thing hasn’t: Governments come and go, the Queen remains. Director: Katharina Wolff and Larissa Klinker

The story of hitman Joe Valachi, the first Mafia member to break the code of silence and turn public informer

“For me, the genius and humanity of Ravi Shankar can only be compared to those of Mozart,” says Sir Yehudi Menuhin, the famous British violinist, speaking of this musician, composer, popular hero in his country, who introduces Indian music to the whole world. Undisputed ambassador of Indian raga, from the purest classicism to the most unexpected mixes, Ravi Shankar has forged bonds of friendship with performers as diverse as Yehudi Menuhin, Pablo Casals, Jean-Pierre Rampal, George Harrison, Zubin Mehta, Satyajit Ray, Mrinal Sen... This film by Nicolas Klotz, a tribute and testimony to this tireless messenger of Indian culture, was filmed in Benares, Calcutta, Delhi, Paris and London with the friends and disciples of the famous musician. Director: Nicolas KLOTZ

Journeying from North to South through Jura, Brittany, the Loire Valley, Auvergne, Aquitaine, the Rhone Valley, Provence and the Pyrenees, the documentary film will tell the stories of the living world surrounding us, grounded in scientific and naturalist observations. At times funny and unusual, poetic and magical, the captivating images tell of a crucial moment in the lives of animals and their habitats, encountering the men and women dedicated to their cause on the way. More than ever, the film will honor the incredible biodiversity of France’s wilderness. Director: Fred Fougea Writers: Jacques Malaterre, Fred Fougea, Marie-Noëlle Himbert Stars: Nathan Willcocks Opus 1 https://youtu.be/-FcsItpGyfc Opus 2 https://youtu.be/WA6LtwfHXmI Opus 3 https://youtu.be/Lhi5USQ1N9I

Sudan, ancient Nubia, is home to many unique natural and archaeological treasures. This land of the black pharaohs has even has more pyramids than its famous neighbour, Egypt – yet there are no visitors, no tourists, and no foreign travellers. Cut off from the rest of the world, Sudan, a former save haven for international terrorists, is now one of the most unstable countries on the planet. Since gaining independence in 1956, the country has experienced 18 coup attempts. After thirty years under the military-Islamist dictatorship of Omar al-Bashir, Sudan experienced a brief period of democracy in 2019. This was short-lived however, as the country was subject to a new coup which bought General al-Burhan and his military junta to power in October 2021. Since then, Sudan has been completely closed off from the rest of the world. Every week, thousands of citizens gather around the country to protest coup d’état – and women are the face of this revolution. They yearn for freedom after years of suffering under military dictatorship and sharia law, where they were routinely flogged and humiliated. One women explained her involvement in the fight for freedom, “We distribute these paint cans around the neighbourhood to announce our protests and we will write slogans in favour of the revolution”. By spraying these words of dissent around the city, these women risk prison and torture. Although the protesters know that they will be fiercely repressed and try to protect themselves the best they can, they can only make do with temporary shields and plastic helmets. Nothing to shelter them from the live bullets shot by the army – which even target doctors and young children. All the while, they run the risk falling victim to the relentless arbitrary arrests. The political crisis has also worsened the economic situation with inflation rate running at 380%. Even before the coup, Sudan was one of the poorest countries in the world, now however, even middle-class people are finding it increasingly difficult to survive. More than two million city-dwellers have left to seek their fortune in the desert just to get by. There, they hope to find a few nuggets of gold to change their life… Director: Alexandre Spalaïkovitch Year: 2023

Jamaica is famous as the home of reggae, Rasta, laid-back Caribbean feeling–and pushcarts. These unique and mostly home-made handcarts are the typical mode of transport seen at the island’s lively and colorful markets. And their capabilities as fruit and veg stall, mobile kitchen or miniature shoe shop are as varied as the life stories of their charismatic owners. For them, the pushcarts are not only the equipment they need for their livelihood, but also a potential way of fulfilling their greatest dream: to become rich and famous by winning the Great Pushcart Derby! Director : William Lampert, Annette Scheurich

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They're bankers, traders, investment funds executives. They forgot all about morality to make money. The entire world had to suffer the consequences of their actions. They impoverished countries, drove millions of workers into unemployment, and contributed to the rise in extremism. So who are they? And, after the 2008 crisis, were the real culprits condemned? Could there be another? Director: Benoît Bringer

From Rotterdam's ports to Amsterdam's clubs. The new cocaine mafias infiltrate the minds of the young, merciless gangsters who now control the European cocaine trade. A gritty beginning of Amsterdam's new drug lords.

A biography of a universal icon of music and Hollywood, Madonna, better known as the Queen of Pop. Sabbatical Entertainment celebrates Madonna’s illustrious career spanning more than four decades, always pushing the boundaries of entertainment. Not afraid of controversy, the Material girl, through her talents, redefined pop culture history. Director: Carla Duarte

Beyond Pollution is a firsthand investigation into BP’s disastrous oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. Traveling thousands of miles across the Gulf coast interviewing environmental experts, government officials, fisherman & distributors, scientists, drilling engineers, and key BP contractors, the film reveals, in depth the immediate and long term environmental, economic, and health impacts the tragedy is having on the local communities. In the context of BP’s record on safety and the environment, the oil spill now seems sadly inevitable, so why weren’t measures put in place to avoid the disaster that will be felt for generations to come? How were they able to play down the consequences and avoid criminal responsibility, and how did their response further devestate those communities affected? Director: Harper Robinson Cast: Dean Blanchard, Dean Cain, Billy Nungesser

1971. When Jim Morrison was at the height of his career, The Doors seemed unstoppable. Six years of intensive career, 6 albums, 200 concerts. Jim Morrison had become a music legend...until a tragic end. Full documentary on the life of this rock icon, from the beginning... until the end. Director: Michaelle Gagnet

A daughter's quest to get justice for her mother following a traumatic attack. Documentary Director: Cathy Henkel Script: Cathy Henkel

Guatemala is one of the most dangerous countries in the world. 95% of murders remain unsolved, and the maras manage drug trafficking in the country and spread terror among the population. After several weeks of negotiation, we gained access to some of these gangs. In the favela of Vilanueva, Pedro is at the head of Barrio 18. That he has reached the age of 32 is practically a miracle. It’s rare for gang members to live past 25. The police who try and control his gang are woefully under-equipped. Sometimes, they even have to buy their own ammunition. Faced with these shocking levels of insecurity and an impotent police force, many citizens are choosing to arm themselves. Gun sales have increased by 20% in just one year. Others prefer to join local militants and combat the gangs directly. Director: ALEXANDRE SPALAIKOVITCH & MANOLO D’ARTHUYS

Why would someone confess to a crime they didn't commit? We hear from the men and women who have spent more than 20 years in prison for crimes they did not commit. They tell us about that moment when, in the darkness of the interrogation room, cut off from the world and terrified by police officers, they finally said what the interrogators wanted to hear.. the moment their lives changed forever. Director: Laurent Richard

3 Minutos es una película sobre el entrenador de boxeo Antonio Fernández "Bigote", quien desde hace más de 30 años lleva cambiando la vida de los niños a través del deporte del boxeo. Director : Álvaro Torrellas

When Russia invaded Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky was thrown into the global spotlight and became the face of resistance and the perseverance of democracy. Not even Zelensky himself imagined that in 2019, without any prior political experience, he would be elected president of Ukraine. A leader who, though we do not know the fate that awaits him, will serve as a model for leadership and bravery in the face of great adversity for us all. Director: Miguel Somoza Original title: Luminaries: Zelensky

The story of Tony Spilotro, who protected the Chicago Mafia's interests in the casinos of Las Vegas and became a target for the FBI.

The United Kingdom has a history of paranormal and supernatural events like nowhere else on earth. From one of the most haunted houses in the world, to the most infamous Alien encounter in UK history, explore some of the most terrifying encounters in England. Director: Warren Speed Cast: Malcolm Robinson, Graham Burney

Police in La Favela of Guatemala

French firemen, losing the fight against this fire

When a young Hitler joins the Bavarian army and becomes a soldier and a patriot, for the first time he feels like he belongs. But when WW1 ends, he loses the only regular life he's known. The Hitler Chronicles - Blueprint for Dictators Episode 1 Director: Hermann Pölking-Eiken Producer: Thorsten Pollfuß Production: Epoche Media Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Batman is an iconic character in the comic book world, a cornerstone of the superhero universe, & one of the most recognizable brands in pop culture. The Dark Knight has been featured in comic books, TV series, blockbuster movies, sequels & spinoffs, the cape crusader is an evolving superhero franchise of immense global appeal. In this documentary, relive the rise and reign of this superhero over the last 8 decades in this dynamic biography of Batman. Director: Miguel Somoza

This Ecoflix Original explores how leopards are rescued in India. The leopard is one of the most mysterious and elusive of the big cats, The felines are increasingly coming into contact with humans. These encounters include leopards falling into deep open wells, getting caught in traps and locked into buildings. Sometimes humans cause cubs to be separated from their mothers. Helping to resolve these human-leopard issues is Wildlife SOS, India’s largest organization of wildlife rescue centers. Leopard Rescue follows the dramatic emergency missions of the Wildlife SOS teams- as they save the lives of these magnificent big cats.

A biography of the controversial fashion savant, creator of extraordinary fashion show sets, renowned photographer, and author of breathtaking books. Lagerfeld is the quintessential renaissance man. Director: Miguel Somoza Cast: Jason Kesser, Karl Lagerfeld

Until 2015 no one had been able to film them so intimately. These autonomous groups, created by former members of the Al Nusra Front and the Islamic State, are fighting in northwest Syria. They have the same objectives as the Islamic State: overthrow the regime and establish a great caliphate. For 8 days, our reporters lived in the heart of the fighting alongside jihadists facing the loyalist forces of Bashar Al-Assad. They also shared their daily lives. Thus, we move seamlessly from prayers to clashes, from mortar fire to swimming and football games. We discover with amazement the use made of the prisoners, assigned to the manufacture of explosives or to the construction of a tunnel. Another surprise, the presence of women fighters on the front. It's an incredible dive into the heart of a war led by men of chilling determination. A new documentary by Farouk Atig and Yacine Benrabia. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

For over 400 years, in India, the rare Sloth Bear was targeted for human exploitation…first for the emperors, then as roadside entertainment for villagers and tourists who paid to watch the bears jump, conditioned after years of abuse by trainers. Given the ongoing legacy of cruelty, two individuals decided to stop this practice, rescue the bears still in captivity and create a sanctuary where they can heal and live in safety for the rest of their lives. This is the story of the founders of WILDLIFE SOS-Kartik Satyanarayan and Geeta Seshamani. Early on, they realized they had to help the people whose livelihood had depended for so long on the Dancing Bear trade--finding jobs for the men, empowering the women and providing education for the sometimes exploited children. Saving the Dancing Bears is more than a wildlife rescue film: in the process of saving the bears, they also saved a human community. Subtitles available

A documentary about Franklin Marshall The Third, an unknown comedian from Greens Farms Connecticut, and his journey across America to compete in The World Series of Comedy in Las Vegas. Director: Franklin Marshall III

D'Algérie à Paris, de Tel-Aviv à Hébron, Pinhas Attali est passé de militant du mouvement nationaliste juif à Paris, à chef d'un groupe terroriste en France, à soldat israélien, puis à chef d'entreprise. Aujourd'hui, à 57 ans, il estime mener une mission divine : la colonisation de la Cisjordanie. Il est désormais devenu une personnalité connue et respectée. Il vit près d'Hébron, dans la colonie juive de Kyriat Arba. Avec sa femme Sarah, il élève ses neuf enfants. Pinhas Attali se définit comme un combattant. Depuis son adolescence, il est entraîné dans une spirale de violence, celle du juif du XXe siècle. Personnage historique, il est à la fois victime et antagoniste, héros pour les uns, terroriste et occupant pour les autres ; son parcours nous offre une perspective unique sur le radicalisme juif et la colonisation. Son histoire est étroitement liée à celle d’Israël : absence de paix, guerre latente et explosions de violence. Producteur : CAT&CIE Réalisateur : Stéphane Girard

The planet is being overwhelmed with clothes. Close to 56 million tonnes of clothes are sold every year. In Europe, the amount purchased has almost doubled since the year 2000. Thanks to fast disposable fashion, you can constantly renew your wardrobe. But producing clothes at such a low price has a very high environmental cost. Textiles are the second most polluting industry in the world, after oil. Creating a dress for ten euros in Europe, in less than a fortnight. It’s not only possible, but it’s becoming the norm. Since the fashion industry went down the path of fast fashion, it’s always both faster and cheaper – no matter the consequences. Let’s start with those suffering the most: the workers. They work between 12 and 15 hours a day for salaries less than half the legal minimum wage. And in abominable working conditions. Chemical products in textile factories often poison the workers and local residents. According to the brands, they no longer have time to create. In order to satisfy an insatiable consumer appetite, copying the competition’s models makes things go faster and cheaper – even if it means risking a court case now and then. Directors: Gilles Bovon & Edouard Perrin Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

What is pleasure? What causes it? Is it a condition of the body? Of mind? Or is pleasure just an absence of pain? Sensation of the body or experiences of the soul? 00:00 The Pleasures of Life 01:21 Laugh 46:14 Love 01:32:17 Travel 02:17:50 Water Director: Anitra Cinema & TV

Thousands of refugees are trapped in Libya’s hellish detention centres. They live in subhuman conditions, awaiting someone – the militia, Europe, the UN, anyone – to decide their fate. We investigate the entire detention system, how this traffic works, the role of the militias and the way in which their control is exercised. Director: Sara Creta

With long-rider and survival expert ‘Hawk’ and cinema actress Marie Bäumer we cross the country on unspoiled trails all the way from the Mexican to the Canadian border, from the Canyons in the Southwest over the giant mountain massif of the Rocky Mountains up to the Great Plains in the North. Crossing eight states, 4000 miles on horseback, Marie and Hawk travel the trails many of which date back to the days of the old explorers, experiencing the country in a unique way, far away from roads, on their search for the “spirit of the West”. The series unites the adventure of a discovery journey on horseback with emotional and cultural stories along the way. Director : Wolf Truchsess von Wetzhausen, Petra Maier & Felicitas Hammerstein Cast : Marie Bäumer, Hawk

The German military administration in France ended with the Liberation of France after the Normandy and Provence landings. It formally existed from May 1940 to December 1944, though most of its territory had been liberated by the Allies by the end of summer 1944.

In the south of the Philippines, on the island of Mindanao, modernity has not yet taken over completely. In the heart of Bukidnon province, the rice harvesting cycles dictate the pace of life. After each harvest, the small village of Kalabugao, perched on the mountain, hands over its precious cargo to drivers and brokers responsible for selling it at the market. The 70-kilometer journey to the market, usually a 6-hour trip, can extend over several days during the rainy season due to mudslides and landslides. Time is of the essence for rice delivery because every hour of delay increases the risk of the rice spoiling. Further south, in the Compostela Valley, peculiar trucks named "Saddam," after the former Iraqi dictator, make their daily rounds. Their task is to serve the isolated gold mines, carrying bags of precious stones extracted at great risk by the miners.

Charles "Lucky" Luciano was the number one gangster of all time. He put the "Organised" into organised crime and invented the modern Mafia.

An award-winning documentary that tells the inspiring journey of three underserved teenage boys from Atlanta who attempt to climb four 12,000 ft snow-capped peaks in the heart of the Colorado wilderness. Director: Michiel Thomas Cast: Ahmani Armstrong, Nicholas Burton, Clifford Chalmers

A town in danger, they cant fight the fire

This is the great hunt of the 21st century... Just like the Nazi hunters after World War II, a handful of men are chasing down former members of Daesh. It's a pursuit that sometimes puts their lives at risk. Director: DAHAM ALASAAD

The film takes the form of a scientific investigation. In it, we invite you to discover the hidden traces of this past conflict with the help of archeologists who, eighty years later, are unearthing hidden remains. This documentary presents on-site reporting, novel computer graphics, interviews of historians and the testimonies of survivors. It will allow you to go back in time and experience the final months of this devastating war, leading to the fall of Imperial Japan. Director: MARIE LINTON AND GUILAIN DEPARDIEN

Climate change is Putin's ally. Hip hip hooray for melting Arctic!

The police in Israel is made up of people from all religious beliefs, all working for the same cause.

Tony Comiti relata su inolvidable encuentro con el Rey de Médellin El documental completo https://youtu.be/gOVWCyx_L2M Síguenos en las redes sociales : Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

When Hitler invaded Poland on September 1, 1939, World War II became inevitable. This is the beginning of the escalation of violence throughout Europe. Narrated by Liam Dale

Former FBI agent Joe Pistone, who infiltrated the Mafia for six years as Donnie Brasco, reveals how his undercover work led to more than 100 convictions - and resulted in the death of underworld figure Dominick `Sonny Black' Napolitano.

The west coast of the United States is attracting more people. From forests to century-old trees and white sandy beaches, there are many destinations to discover the heritage of the American West. Director: Jörg Daniel Hissen

Veganism has caught the imagination of the youth aspiring to be healthy & consume ethically. Today, vegan cuisine has made its presence everywhere, from haute cuisine to supermarkets with replacements for milk, cheese, eggs, sausages & more! But food enterprises use harmful nutrition-deficient chemicals & risk-filled biotech to make substitutes. Can sustainable vegan diet be a reality for all? Director: John A. Kantara

Fixing Grandma explores the innovative surgery and patient care in the African American community that has transformed the lives of people who have lived with debilitating back pain for years. Director: William Wonders III

Mothers, nurses, soldiers and deportees - these women fought against persecution for freedom and survival amid the turbulence of World war II. Directors: Hugues Nancy & Fabien Beziat Subtitles are available

In this pseudo-documentary, the Berlin based photographer Lisa Jonrel follows the homeless street musician Ashton Croyd for 6 months to observe him transform into a star.

Discovery of lost underground cities across the world that may be older than time itself reveal an entirely new and strange ancient past that researchers are only beginning to understand. Why has this been concealed from the public? Director: OH Krill Cast: Steve Mera, Charles Thompsen

A documentary that transports individuals beyond a mosques architecture, to a universe of thousands of years of tradition, spirituality and culture, which over time has remained intact. Islam conjures powerful emotions from followers in these immense sacred buildings. Join us in admiring and celebrating the most beautiful and majestic mosques of the planet. Director: Miguel Somoza

A close associate of longtime Teamsters President Jimmy Hoffa and associated with the Chicago Outfit, Alan Dorfman embezzled millions for the mob and himself until he was violently murdered in 1983.

00:00 Berlin is in a state of constant flux. The most diverse trends, cults and fashions exist alongside each other in harmony–there is room for everyone. Perhaps it is the free spirit that has been drawing creatives to the city for decades. This is where artists experiment, find themselves, re-invent themselves. Especially, the DIY scene has been booming for years. In areas like Kreuzberg or Friedrichshain, there is barely a backyard which isn’t housing a makeshift workshop, studio or shop. DIY is not just a popular fad, but a way of life that is here to stay. 25:47 This episode sees presenters Rosa and Philippe discovering Marseille. A city of street-artists, bon-vivant sand alternatives. Marseille is one of the most creative places in Europe: poverty, crime, chaos and plenty of unused spaces makes it the perfect breeding ground for all genres of artists to express themselves. Director: Jessica Krauß, Caroline Härtel, Marie Villetelle Cast: Rosa Lübbe, Philippe Schröder Original title: Handmade

1964 - The Joffrey Ballet company splits over a struggle for artistic control and the HARKNESS BALLET is born, revolutionizing the way dance is taught and performed forever. And then it disappeared. Director: Leslie Streit Writer: Leslie Streit Stars: Cheryl Ale, Sasha Anawalt, Christopher Aponte Subtitles are available Members Only Videos https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=UUMOQIrvVPHrt2cN14ktGA2Snwang

The story of the first Irish bobsleigh team to take part in the Olympics.

Diego Armando Maradona, also known as "El Pibe de Oro" ("The Golden Boy"), was an iconic yet controversial professional football player. He was born was in one of the most poverty-stricken places in Argentina, Villa Fiorito, where he would spend his days playing with a ball. Maradona’s talent did not go unnoticed, at the age of 9 he began his career playing and breaking records with Argentinos Juniors. Over the course of his life, through hard work and perseverance, he became, and will always be remembered as, one of the greatest players in history. Director: Miguel Somoza

A deeply layered tale of shipwreck, steep loss of life, courage, sacrifice and human endurance; of rescue and remembrance. Director: Terry Strauss Star:Peter Coyote Subtitles are available Members Only Videos https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=UUMOQIrvVPHrt2cN14ktGA2Snwang

In May 1940, Winston Churchill became Prime Minister of the coalition government and promised his people "blood, toil, tears and sweat". He was unfortunately right. As the Netherlands and France fell to Hitler, rescuing thousands of Allied soldiers from the Dunkirk squares became Churchill's priority. Narrated by Liam Dale

Warhol, evolutionary and controversial, was never afraid to break the mold and reshape the reals of art, advertising, & directing. But who was the real man being behind the colors in which he hid? Was it the art or the fame that controlled & spawned his unique creativity? Director: Carla Duarte

Drag Kids is an intimate journey into the lives of four child drag queens from around the world. Stephan, Jason, Bracken and Nemis have never met, but they’re united by a shared passion for drag, and they’re about to come together for - the first time - to perform Lady Gaga’s ‘Born This Way’ at the world-famous Montreal Pride Festival. As they prepare for the big show, each faces their own unique challenges, as well as challenges they have in common - deep feelings of isolation and the struggle of trying to claim a place of your own on the fringes of a fringe culture. Director: Megan Wennberg Original Title: Drag Kids

What if paradise exists as a place on earth? We travel to some of the most beautiful places in the world. Let's explore the largest forests in the province of Québec in Canada. With its ancient trees and traditions, our crossing will be full of encounters and discoveries. Director: Laurent Cadoret

During the Second World War, every man, children and woman of Britain understood what it was to be a nation at war. Right from the start, when Adolf Hitler and the German army marched into Poland in 1939 and refused to leave, there was a determination in the hearts of the people of Britain, ready to defend their lives and their country. Narrated by Liam Dale Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Always an attention seeker from childhood, fabricating imaginary illnesses, Grantham-born Beverly Allitt studies nursing, and, due to staff shortages, obtains a job in a local hospital, where she is well-regarded. Here she kills four children and attempts to injure another nine, for which she is put away in a secure hospital for life.

The Rhone–one of the longest and most significant rivers in Europe. Originating in the Swiss Alps and winding its way through Switzerland and France, its waters flow past historic landmarks, high-tech industrial areas and an extraordinary variety of landscapes. When it finally runs into the Mediterranean Sea, it has become witness to the multi-faceted fates of all kinds of people living along and with the river: fishermen, biologists, farmers, historians, engineers, bargemen... This intriguing documentary tells their stories, framed by breathtaking images of this sometimes placid, sometimes surprisingly wild stream and its surrounding landscape. Aerial shots depict the Rhone’s natural beauty as well as human attempts to tame and exploit it, thereby raising the question of how to overcome the contradiction between constant progress and denaturation. Director: Rolf Lambert

Drawing on his long association with the first people of Australia, his homeland, Utopia is both an epic portrayal of the oldest continuous human culture and an investigation into a suppressed colonial past and rapacious present. One of the world's best-kept secrets is revealed against a background of the greatest boom in mineral wealth. Has the lucky country inherited South African apartheid? Utopia tells a universal story of power and resistance in the media age, driven by old imperatives and presented as liberalism. Director: John Pilger

John Fitzgerald Kennedy was the 35th president of the United States serving from 1961 until his assassination in 1963 at the age of 46. Attractive and charismatic, he was one of the most popular and youngest presidents in American history. In this engaging documentary, with insight and erudition, we trace JFK's early political career, candidacy, presidency, and examine his enduring popularity. Director: Marilyn Higgins

This is the emotional story of one young killer whale's quest for companionship after he was separated from his family. Luna was just two years old when, alone and confused, he found himself on the rugged, wild coast of Vancouver Island. Following his tumultuous life, the film records the human friendships he developed and the trouble this led him into. From death threats, to numerous capture attempts by the government, the film-makers watched as people tried to determine his fate. Luna shows us how quickly our lives can once again cross with the natural world. Director: Suzanne Chisholm et Michael Parfit

This is the story of a handful of dreamers, artists and scientists who, in a world of turmoil, point to the night sky for answers, hope and peace. Armed with hi-tech cameras, telescopes and camping equipment, these intrepid visionaries brave the elements, extreme climates, and dangers both natural and man-made. They are on a mission to gather spectacular images and to spread the word that peace and understanding between cultures and countries can be ours if we only look up to the one roof that shelters us all: 'The Borderless Sky'. Director : Sebastian Kentner

Lizards do it. Even fish do it. The animal world is showing us why play is a serious matter. Through a combination of ongoing experiments, reconstructed experiments and guided observation, The Power of Play reveals surprising truths about play in the natural world. Scientists from Europe, the United States and Canada, many of them pioneers in the field, offer convincing evidence that play is not to be taken lightly. In fact, it has the power to make animals and humans smarter, healthier and more likely to survive.

00:00 7 wonders of the world 00:45 The Panama Canal, Panama 08:40 The Château de St Germain en Laye, Paris, France 16:28 The Mayan City of Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico 24:48 Santiago, Valparaiso, Chile 31:42 The Cathedral of Toledo, Spain 39:09 The Capitol of Toulouse, France 46:48 Piazza del Campo, Siena, Italy Director: Jacques VICHET

A documentary film about Colin Wallace an intelligence officer who blew the whistle on fake news and was framed for a murder.  The Man Who Knew Too Much is a documentary by Michael Oswald about Colin Wallace, a former Military Intelligence Officer involved in psychological operations in Northern Ireland. Colin Wallace spread fake news, created a witchcraft scare, smeared politicians and attempted to divide and create conflict amongst communities, organisations and individuals. He fell out with members of the intelligence community and found himself accused of murder.  In conjunction with the public release of the film in October 2021, Colin Wallace has announced legal action against the British Ministry of Defence.

Have you ever heard of the Aardvark?! A medium-sized, burrowing, nocturnal mammal native to Africa. The only living species of the order Tubulidentata. A mythical animal and mythological trickster to many African cultures. The African jackalope? No?.. It does exist! The Aardvark is considered the most difficult animal to see in any given national park in Africa. Today, even the best of trackers don't come across the Aardvark often. Not bad for an animal the size of an average human adolescent: 60 kg, 1,4m high, up to 2,2m long. We hear of this strange mammal, get all excited and embark on a road trip. Our journey leads us into the Karoo, the vast interior desert of South Africa-and heart of Aardvark country. We encounter scientists, game hunters, a taxidermist, artists, hotel owners, trackers, wildlife guides, farmers and traditional healers-and with every encounter we find outmore about the elusive animal until we finally find the Aardvark. Director : Andreas Fenske

Thousands of refugees are trapped in Libya’s hellish detention centres, where abuse, rape and extortion is rampant. They live in subhuman conditions, awaiting someone – the militia, Europe, the UN, anyone – to decide their fate. We investigate the entire detention system, how this traffic works, the role of the militias and the way in which their control is exercised. Officially, Libya’s 26 detention centres are run by the GNA, the UN-recognised government in Tripoli. In reality, they are in the hands of the militias that control the country, who see migrants as a ready source of cash. The European Union finances the camps but then takes no responsibility for what happens there. What needs to be changed and what are the solutions? Why is there such a lack of transparency when it comes to the UN’s activities in Tripoli? Europe seems to be at the mercy of Libyan blackmail and the measures taken to help Libya deal with the migrant problem reinforce the cycle of “extreme abuse”. Original title: Lybia, no escape from hell

Ayrton Senna was the idol for millions of Formula One fans, one of them being champion Lewis Hamilton. We take you on a chronological journey of the personal and professional life of this amazingly gifted sporting champion. Director: Peter Warren Star: Ayrton Senna

Grand Prix of San Marino 1994. During the test session, Barrichello left the track at 320 km/h and is doing miraculously. March 31, Ratzenberger was killed during testing. May 1, at 2:18 p.m., Senna promises waving Austrian flag on the arrival of the Grand Prix, in honor of Ratzenbergzer. Shortly after departure, cars collide and a wheel flew to the stands 3 spectators and injuring a policeman. A new start is given. Author of his 65th pole position, Senna leading the race when he lost control of his car that goes hit a concrete wall at 300 km/h. 2 billion viewers watch, live. Senna will not survive. It is declared officially dead, at the end of the day.

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Did Ancient Aliens come to earth, create humans and control us throughout history? Jim Marrs explores our occulted history, discovering how Ancient Aliens may still be in control today. Secret societies, modern history and world events are exposed. Director : J. Michael Long Cast : Jim Marrs

Johnnie Porchè, a former police officer, suddenly finds himself a marked man when his fiancée Angela Parks falls for a charismatic gang leader in jail. Director: Mark Roberts

Does American Police Have a Racial Bias? The harrowing death of George Floyd in Minneapolis on May 25, 2020, adds to a long, tragic list of unarmed Black men killed by police, including Eric Garner, Tamir Rice, Jamar Clark, and Trayvon Martin. These incidents underscore a deep-seated issue within American society. Directors Julie Lotz and Jean-Charles Guichard's documentary, still relevant today, examines the experiences of police brutality survivors and victims' families, revealing systemic racism and accountability issues within the police force, highlighting inadequate training, and the normalization of excessive force.

Ukraine: Fetal Stem Cell Pioneers follows Americans who, for the past decade, have received fetal stem cell therapy in Ukraine—including during the Russian invasion. Ukraine is the only country in the world where this therapy can be legally obtained. This story also takes a deep dive into Ukraine’s 30-years of research and development of this technology, born from the tragedy of the Chernobyl disaster when Ukrainian doctors used fetal stem cells, for the first time in world history, to cure radiation-induced bone marrow failure. Director: Eric Merola

Paris, 1791. Marie Antoinette is held captive in the Tuileries. She begins a correspondence with Axel de Fersen, a young count she met nearly twenty years earlier at a ball. Their exchanges are cordial, political...and censored. Were they lovers? Were they plotting a royal rescue? The rumors are endless, but no one can say for sure. Until now. This fascinating documentary follows the team of chemists, cryptographers and historians who through amazing new scientific techniques and hours of careful study have finally managed to fully decipher the letters between the dethroned queen and the dashing count. What they discover is the love story we already know ends in doom, but that is still full of hope, passion and breathtaking romance.

Discover 7 wonders of the modern world. 00:00 Summary of the documentary 00:42 The Great Wall, China 07:45 Bogotá, Colombia 15:00 The Royal Palace, Bangkok, Thailand 22:25 Key West, Florida, United States 29:32 Hue, Imperial City, Vietnam 36:25 The historic center of Meknes, Morocco 43:30 Nosy Be Island, Madagascar Director: Jacques Vichet

Van egy pici falu Magyarországon, ahol Éva és családja él. 16 éves gyermeke nemrégiben transzneműként jelentkezett, és az általa választott Tobi nevén él. A kezdeti sokk után az egész család összejön, hogy támogassa őt. Éva azonban csendben fullad a gondolattól, hogy elveszítse a lányt, akit nevelt. Tobi eltökélt szándéka, hogy biológiailag férfivá váljon, miközben küzd a felnőtté válással. Éva keményen igyekszik olyan anya lenni, akire fiának szüksége van, míg Tobi megkérdőjelezi azokat a határokat, amelyeket transzneműként állított fel magának. A „Tobi színei” egy érzelmes mese az elengedésről és az elfogadásról. Rendező: Bakony Alexa

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Hidden Heart is the work of filmmaker Zara Afzal and Producer Christopher Hird (Battle for Barking, Inside the Saudi Kingdom, The End of the Line). Hidden Heart follows the stories of three second generation British women who find love outside their faith. The film delves intimately into their struggle to reconcile modernity with tradition; their internal conflicts and fear of ostracism, and sheds light on the hidden tensions in our modern society between integration and tradition and the people who are at the heart of it. The film explores a new vision of cultural identity, defying the notion of a so-called ‘clash of cultures’ and challenging barriers to understanding between different communities. Although focussing on the lives of British men and women, the film will strike a chord with any and all of those around the world living in a tight-knit community, under pressure to maintain their identity. Director: Zara Afzal

Using new archaeological findings, first hand accounts of the battle, expert interviews and CGI and 3D animations this program helps us understand the dynamic elements of strategy and weather that led to Napoleon's historic defeat by the Duke of Wellington on the fields of Waterloo. Directors: Marianne Cramer and Guillain Depardieu

Capital punishment is one of the most polarizing practices in the United States. Meet an executioner, a person fighting for justice, and parents with a tragic fate, in this documentary exploring the capital punishment. Director: Maggie Burnette Stogner Script: Rick Stack, Maggie Burnette Stogner

Long considered the Switzerland of the Middle East, Lebanon is now going through the worst economic crisis in its history. 80% of the population lives below the poverty line. In one year, food prices have jumped 500% due to galloping inflation. For Riad, who runs a grocery store in the suburbs of Beirut, business has become hellish. Every morning, calculator in hand, he changes the labels of his products according to the day’s exchange rate. An operation all the more complex as his store is plunged into darkness, due to lack of electricity. The Lebanese government no longer provides more than two hours of electricity per day in the country. It is impossible for the population to heat, light or use their refrigerator. Taking advantage of the situation, a network of private generators has emerged. The Lebanese pound, the local currency, has lost 90% of its value. The only ones to get away with it are those who are paid in dollars. The greenback, which is exchanged for a fortune against the local currency, has given birth to a new privileged social class in the country. A salesman in an international pharmaceutical company, Joseph lives like a king in a ruined Lebanon. Thanks to his new purchasing power, he repaid his house loan in two months, instead of… twenty years! In a bankrupt state, plagued by corruption, six out of ten Lebanese citizens now dream of leaving the country. In Tripoli, in northern Lebanon, Mohammed and his son left by sea to reach Germany. Although their trip was cut short off the Turkish coast, the young father is still ready to take all the risks to reach the European El Dorado. Director : Alix de Maintenant

Burzynski: Cancer is Serious Business explores the continued journey of an innovative cancer therapy called Antineoplastons and its clinical testing sanctioned by the United States Food & Drug Administration. This documentary also features real-time stories of the turbulent journeys of cancer patients being treated at the Burzynski Clinic in Houston, Texas—in the face of an onslaught of harassment and intimidation from a concerted “Astroturf” campaign by the cancer industry. Director : Eric Merola

With its legendary creatures and heroes, Scotland is very captivating for many historians. Here are the most important myths and legends of Scotland. Directed and narrated by Liam Dale Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

A spectacular documentary series looking at the most beautiful cities in the world. Athens is the birthplace of democracy filled with historic relics and structures that have survived from the golden age in the 5th century BC. Places like the acropolis and the Parthenon and all the treasures they stored really conjure up a picture of ancient Greece in all its glory. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

One year ago, Nikolas Cruz legally purchased a semi-automatic rifle, walked into his old high school in Parkland, Florida, and killed 17 people. After the event, students decided to take on the all-powerful American gun rights lobby: the National Rifle Association. Tracing the story of a student uprising unlike any seen before, this moving documentary explores how, with its five million members and many political connections, the NRA manages to keep such a permissive gun law alive, and why it has such a strong hold over American society.

Uma pequena cidade situada no coração da Amazônia, Humaitá tem um habitante por quilômetro quadrado. No entanto, possui seis empresas de ônibus. A mais famosa, a empresa “Siquiera”, é dirigida por Luis e seu filho Leandro. São os únicos que ousam se aventurar pela Nacional 319, a estrada mais perigosa do Brasil. Se as outras empresas jogaram a toalha, ambas persistem. Após um esforço considerável, eles decidiram reabilitar uma estrada abandonada que penetra nas profundezas da floresta amazônica. Direção: Daniel Lainé, David Geoffrion (Brasil Mais Forte Juntos)

00:00 7 wonders of the modern world 00:40 The Taj Mahal, Agra, India 07:21 The Area of Capetown Wines, South Africa 14:42 Oaxaca, Colonial City, Mexico 22:17 Jerash, Greco-Roman city, Jordan 28:47 The Château of Chenonceau, Loire Valley, France 35:37 Saint Barthélemy, French West Indies, France 42:57 The Holy Sepulcher, Jeusalem, Israel Director: Jacques Vichet

Positioned just off Gabon's coast and secluded from the rest of the globe, this stands as one of Africa's tiniest nations. Its populace is a blend of the descendents of slaves and the initial Portuguese settlers. Within these untouched islands, where Nature is so generous, the people of Sao Tome and Principe revel in a paradise of lush forests, towering peaks, and azure seas. Director: Scott Schneider

The abundant evidence suggests UFOs exist and have been encountered for decades and that the earth is being visited by extraterrestrial entities. The question is what do they want? Why come to earth? Do they have an agenda? The answers might shock you. Director : J. Michael Long Script: O.H. Krill Cast : Oh Krill, Charles Thompsen Year: 2021 Full documentary

Magellan and Elcano’s landmark circumnavigation of the globe was a turning point in history: an incredible three year voyage that opened the gateway to the modern age. In circumnavigating the globe and charting our world, Magellan and Elcano opened the door to man’s next challenge: the journey into space. Director: Manuel H. Martin Awards & Laurels : Best Animated Film at World Film Carnival 2021 (Singapore), Best Animated Documentary at Vesuvius International Film festival 2021 (Italy), Outstanding Achievement Award for an Animated Film at Tagore International Film Festival TIFF 2021 (India). Other festivals & accolades : SEMINCI Semana Internacional de Cine en Valladodid 2020, Spain (World Premiere), Golden Cali Film and Art Awards 2021 (USA), Finalist in Feature-Length Category at International Animation Festival 2021 (USA), Finalist at Los Angeles Animation Festival 2021 (USA), Switzerland International Film Festival 2021 (Switzerland), Animaze - Montreal International Animation Film Festival 2021 (Canada)

The First World War: soldiers from at least 20 countries were plunged in the hell of trenches and caught under a deluge of bombs. A century later, archaeologists help bring to light the daily life of the soldiers fighting on the French Eastern Front and reveal unexpected aspects of life on the front. Director: CHRIS REYNAUD

Bakur (North) is a documentary that invites its audience to reflect on a war that has been continuing for decades and gives an insightful look on its main subject, the PKK. The film follows the lives of the guerilla in three different camps on the Kurdish region (north) that lies within Turkish borders. Director: Çayan Demirel, Ertugrul Mavioglu Cast: Mohammad Saeed Abdi, Cemil Bayik, Fehman Huseyin Year: 2015 Full documentary

Cutting-edge technology. Sleek, ultra-modern buildings. The capital's second hub is on a fast track to the future. In the run up to the 2024 Olympics, and with the prospect of 33 million visitors in 2020 alone, Orly has its work cut out for it. Less than 12 kms from Paris, and with strict flight curfews, the challenges to transform the airport-from rebuilding its two runways to linking the airport to Paris by metro-are as great as its dramatic renovation plans. Prepare for takeoff.

With its sandy beaches, Spanish colonial architecture and volcanic lakes lined with restaurants, El Salvador has all the assets of a dream tourist destination. Yet foreign visitors are rare. The reason: this tiny state in Central America is the most dangerous countries in the world. Since the 1990s, the country has been torn apart by a gang war. Members of MS-13 and Barrio 18 fight a war for control of the neighbourhoods. Julio, one of the leaders of Barrio 18, opens up before the camera and lets us film the induction ceremony for a new member. Forensic pathologist, Riccardo, specializes in the toughest crime scenes. For this documentary, the Salvadoran government also authorized us to enter the high security prison of San Francisco Gotera. Inside, 1,700 gang members are held in deplorable conditions of hygiene and overcrowding. From morning to night, the prisoners are subjected to a true evangelical religious conditioning and the sworn enemies of rival gangs must learn to cohabit in the same cells. Welcome to the world of the Salvadoran mareros, a ruthless universe where death punctuates daily life and where people murder for a fistful of dollars. Director: Vincent Prado

In the south of Ireland the landscape is anything but harsh: medieval castles surround ed by lush forests, quaint fishing villages and exotic gardens. The warm Gulf Stream creates an almost Mediterranean atmosphere. Plants from around the world thrive and make for vibrant gardens, such as Phemie Roses'. Every day, the passionate gardener tries to improve her garden even more. The region has become a haven for people who have fulfilled their dream of a simple but happy life-be it as a dedicated gardener such as Phemie, as a tourist guide for a famous castle or as a recluse on a deserted island. Director: Lothar Frenz

The seaside resort of Cabo San Lucas, or simply, Cabo, has become a favourite vacation spot for American multimillionaires….. and Mexican drug traffickers. Indeed Cabo is a strategic spot for the continent’s cartels forming a bridge between place of production and the key American market. It regularly tops the list of the world’s most dangerous cities. We spent several weeks following some of the people drawn to Cabo. Here tourists relax and unwind without a care in the world, far removed from the problems and violence infecting the poorer neighbourhoods. US millionaire, Bill, is an annual competitor in the world’s most popular sport fishing tournament. Adrien and Alexander, two young French entrepreneurs, are fine wine connoisseurs. We also met members of a cartel, who act more discreetly than a few years ago. Though the murder toll has dropped, the number of mysterious disappearances has increased. Director: Mathieu Cellard

The story of how three young working-class lads from Nottingham went on to become unlikely heroes and reach the pinnacle of professional football when unfashionable Nottingham Forest, under the mercurial Brian Clough, won the European Cup not just once, but twice, in 1979 and 1980. Viv Anderson, (the first black footballer to play for England), former carpet fitter, Gary Birtles, and Tony Woodcock, who later played for FC Cologne and Arsenal, return to Nottingham to take us back to where it all began as we uncover how three working class lads, against all the odds, became 'Local Heroes'. Director: John Warrington

Veganism has caught the imagination of the youth aspiring to be healthy & consume ethically. Today, vegan cuisine has made its presence everywhere, from haute cuisine to supermarkets with replacements for milk, cheese, eggs, sausages & more! But food enterprises use harmful nutrition-deficient chemicals & risk-filled biotech to make substitutes. Can sustainable vegan diet be a reality for all? Director: John A. Kantara

Passionate ocean-lover Jérôme Delafosse has launched The Shark Project, a plea to reconcile humankind with the scary shark. Every hour 10,000 sharks are fished worldwide. Yet this mythical predator plays a key role in regulating marine life. Now more than ever sharks are threatened with extinction, especially in the waters of the developed world. So Jérôme is crossing the globe to spread the message and raise awareness - from France to the Bahamas, Indonesia, and Cocoa Island, then on to the UK and Belgium. Director: Jérôme Delafosse

On November 9, 1970, one of the most emblematic and complex personalities on the French political scene died. A stroke had killed Charles de Gaulle at the Boisserie in Colombey-les-Deux-Eglises. Directors: Philippe Caldéron and Christophe Weber

1944’s Operation Highjump uncovered mind-blowing secrets of the mysterious continent of Antarctica, most stunningly a Kingdom beneath the surface inhabited by powerful Extraterrestrial beings monitoring Mankind’s evolution. Director: OH Krill Cast: Steve Mera, Charles Thompsen

The Earthing Movie is a documentary that reveals the scientific phenomenon of how we can heal our bodies by doing the simplest thing that a person can do - standing barefoot on the earth. Directors: Joshua Tickell, Rebecca Harrell Tickell

I encountered and recorded Pablo Escobar The full documentary https://youtu.be/gOVWCyx_L2M Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Forty years after the end of the conflict, unexploded bombs, secret tunnels and other vestiges of the long combat still exist in Vietnam. Directors: Guilain Depardieu, Timothée Janssen

Tuam, a name that traumatised the whole of Ireland in the spring of 2014, when an unimaginable story was revealed. A hidden mass grave containing the remains of some 800 children was discovered on the former grounds of a home for single mothers, a hell on earth where children died from ill treatment, and were shamefully buried in secret and forgotten. Directed by: Saskia Webner, Nicolas Glimois

Fiji: an archipelago located in the Pacific Ocean. Of its more than 300 islands, only about 100 are inhabited. Our journey begins with Manasa Bulivou, hailing from Benga. Within the protective embrace of the barrier reef, Manasa plunges into the depths alongside his son Tumbi, offering nourishment to their revered guardians: the Shark Gods. Next, we encounter Hannah Bennett, a surfing champion. Her odyssey leads her to the enchanting waters of Cloudbreak, renowned as one of the world's most breathtaking waves. Lastly, we meet Franck Boivert, a rugby coach. Venturing into the remote villages of the outer islands, Franck seeks to unearth the rarest gem of Fijian rugby. Director: Scott Schneider Somewhere on Earth: Fiji

Today, the art world and beyond is obsessed with shooting analog. Whether it’s a fashion house seeking to bring a new edge to their creative work, an amateur perusing eBay for the perfect vintage Polaroid, or an influencer attempting to capture a comforting retro aesthetic on social media, analog photography has piqued the interest of people everywhere. Is this resurgence a backlash against digital photography? Is it just a trend perpetuated by our desire for authenticity in an increasingly superficial world? Or is it something else entirely? Grain: Analog Renaissance is a documentary by Alex Contell and Tommaso Sacconi that explores the stories of those committed to using film in modern day photography. Director(s): Alex Contell and Tommaso Sacconi

I encourage you to watch this film before you or your loved ones consent to a mammogram. When considering a higher standard for our daughters, is it time to reexamine our current disempowering Breast Cancer Awareness paradigm and implement empowerment with Breast Health Awareness strategies? In this award winning documentary surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, scientists, advocates...warn women of the truth that is kept from them. A truth that can cause grave harm, and even death. Many studies conclude the risks mammograms pose far outweigh the benefits and that mammograms have not decreased the ultimate mortality rate, not even by 1%, and 33% to over 60% of women are being over-diagnosed and over-treated. Is it time to question the motives of some in the current Breast Cancer "Industry"? Mammography's radiation can cause cancer, compression can spread cancer if present, 3D mammograms are CT scans (utilizing more radiation) and MRI utilizes toxic contrast agents. Are Breast Thermograms (Infrared Scans), self-Breast Exams, clinical breast exams, ultrasounds and/or Blood Tests better options? I hope you will demand full transparency for informed consent and easy access to all of your options, so you have the opportunity to make educated decisions about your health and for the health of your daughters. Interviewed doctors and experts: Joseph Mercola, Ben Johnson, David Marquis, Veronique Desaulniers, Carolyn Dean, Julie Taguchi, Judy Dean, Duncan Turner, Christine Horner, Phil Getson, G. Edward Griffin, Jonathan Emord, Esq., Gaea Powell, etc. Director: Gaea Powell

According to many authorities, since the late 1950's subliminal content has been tested and delivered through all forms of media, at an increasingly alarming rate. "PROGRAMMING THE NATION?" examines the purported uses, influences and potential subconscious side-effects of what's going on beneath the surface of advertising, film, music and political propaganda. Even the US military has been accused of using this technology in their Psychological Operations Unit, (PSY OPS) campaign. This socially relevant documentary not only traces the history of this phenomenon, but seeks to determine the validity and potential threat that may or may not exist. Do you ever find yourself doing or buying things without any conscious reasoning? Why has consumer debt in America risen over 50% since 1990? How is it possible that the United States consumes about 25% of the world's resources while only making up 4.5% of the world's population? Are we all part of an elaborate scheme which has been programming the nation? Decide for yourself... Director: Jeff Warrick

Welcome to the Hawaiian Islands, an archipelago in the heart of the North Pacific. Dazzling white sands, wild winds and volcanic eruptions... Here, man is dwarfed by nature. Director: Maud de Bohan Original title: Somewhere on Earth: Hawaii

The documentary shows the effects of the war on the civilians of Artsakh and their livelihood. Director: Mariam Avetisyan

Follow in Jane Austen's footsteps in the places that inspired the great British author. Narrated by Liam Dale Follow us on social media: Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Airship engineer Dr. Graham Dorrington embarks on a trip to the giant Kaieteur Falls in the heart of Guyana, hoping to fly his helium-filled invention above the tree tops. But this logistic effort will not be without risk. Twelve years ago, a similar expedition into the unique habitat of the canopy ended in disaster when Dorrington's friend Dieter Plage fell to his death. With the expedition is Werner Herzog, setting out now with a new prototype of the airship into the Lost World of the pristine rain forest of this little explored area of the world, to record and tell this unique story in an extraordinary, feature-documentary film. Director: Werner Herzog

New Caledonia is an extraordinary strip of land, surrounded by a long barrier of reefs. Its vast lagoon holds a lot of secrets waiting to be discovered. Incredible lagoons, wild open spaces, Kanak legends... discover the true spirit of New Caledonia. Original Title: Somewhere on Earth: New Caledonia Director: Laurent Cadoret Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

In 2001, the lucrative chocolate industry, due to pressure from NGOs, committed itself to putting an end to child labour in cacao plantations before 2006. 18 years later, has that promise been kept? The Ivory Coast, the world’s largest cacao producer, made a real effort to eradicate this scourge on the country. They built schools and trained farmers. Television adverts even reminded populations that child labour is illegal. So why does child exploitation still exist? Further into isolated areas of the forest, at the end of near-impassable roads, Paul Moreira discovered child slaves, forced to work in plantations, their incomes often seized by traffickers. These child slaves are separated from their parents and sometimes resold onto other traffickers. Director : Paul Moreira

Tahriib uses the extraordinary power of storytelling to slip away the mask of anonymity shrouding the 1.8 million refugees who've entered Europe since 2014. Through their own words and in their own voice, refugees detail their previous lives. Director: Daniel W. Smith

Whether they combine unlikely flavors or take on artistic forms, exceptional chocolates flatter the eye as much as the palate. Some chocolatiers are considered true cocoa jewelers. Like Patrick Roger, elected Meilleur Ouvrier de France in 2000, whose creations are the expression of every desire and every fantasy. The camera follows him from his laboratory in Sceaux, where he elaborates his new recipes, to Ecuador, where great cocoa with exceptional aromas is grown. The possibilities are endless, from the culinary to the cosmetic and pharmacological. Directed by Virginie Tumorticchi

Los Angeles, where Hollywood and its glitter shine, attracts tourists from all over the world. But behind the glittering facade, it's another image of the golden state,. Homelessness, poverty, unemployment, California is far from the American dream. Director: Julien Hamelin

Documentary using only original colour footage charts the 12 years from Adolf Hitler's rise to power to the fall of Berlin in 1945. Complemented by eyewitness material, tracks the dramatic transformation of Germany into a Nazi state, looks into Hitler's relationship with his lover Eva Braun and replicates pivotal events, including Nazi rallies, the invasion of Poland, Hitler's meeting with Lloyd George, the horrors of Buchenwald concentration camp, Warsaw's Jewish Ghetto, the Battle of Britain and the fall of Berlin. Director: David Batty Stars: Brian Cox, Adolf Hitler, Lutz Liebelt

In the heart of the United States, Curtis, Golda and Veldean find themselves confronted with the absurdity and violence of the death penalty. Meanwhile in Huntsville, a small town in Texas, executions punctuate daily life. Director: Arnaud Gaillard

He had made the French capitulate, brought Europe to its knees and launched the largest extermination operation in history by deporting millions of Jews. Adolf Hitler was willing to do anything to achieve his dreams of domination. To stop the dictator, the British forces, the French resistance fighters or the German opponents imagined numerous scenarios aimed at assassinating him. However, each attempt proved to be a failure. One of the most emblematic is that planned by a German officer Claus Schenk Von Stauffenberg during the plot of July 20, 1944 at the Wolfsschanze, the Führer's headquarters located in East Prussia. But the attempt only hurt him and resulted in a radical reduction in his public appearances. On a daily basis, Hitler was too well protected and his closest lieutenants were constantly on guard. Director : GUILAIN DEPARDIEU

In Brazil, in the state of Para, a convoy of tanker trucks loaded with fuel plunges into the Amazon rainforest along a dilapidated track, illegally bulldozed. Their mission is to deliver diesel to gold miners who use water cannons and diesel engines to destroy one of the world’s most precious forests. Nearby, Cécilio and his family, indigenous Kayapo people, are driven out of their home as their ancestral territory is submerged by the artificial lake of the Bello Monte dam. Rendered homeless, they wander in search of a hypothetical shelter. This situation highlights the threat to this region, intensified by 200,000 kilometers of illegal tracks in the Amazon, revealed by satellites. These tracks, mainly in the states of Mato Grosso, Para, and Rondonia, provide access to isolated areas and are not marked on any maps. They enable colonists, often poor and desperate, to invade the forest in search of easy riches. These destructive practices follow only the law of the mightiest and quick profit. Farmers, landowners, and traffickers also enter the forest, ravaging it under the guise of development. They covet precious wood and gold. Over time, the Brazilian state legalizes these lands and paves the main tracks, but the deforested lands used for grazing quickly degrade into deserts within 10 to 20 years. Colonists and traffickers then take their bulldozers to create new illegal tracks, invading and burning millions of hectares for their cattle, further exacerbating the Amazon's agony.

More and more Americans are drawn to the wide open spaces of the American Northwest. But when some see it as a return to basics, others see it as an ultra-conservative bastion to be defended at all costs against progressivism and minorities.

Did Patrick Süskind have a true story in mind when composing his bestseller ‘Perfume: The Story of a Murderer’? This becomes one of the central questions of the documentary that tells the story of Giovanni Maria Farina. Farina was indeed the most famous perfume designer of the 18th century, the creator of ‘Eau de Cologne’ – once a unique fragrance, it has become a generic term for a certain type of perfumes. Farina’s client list was virtually the Who’s Who of the 18th and 19th centuries: Louis XV and Frederick the Great, Voltaire and Goethe – all yearned for Farina’s perfume. The obsession eventually led to an international trickery and a lawsuit – the trademark law did not exist back then. The film takes us through the most important stages in the life of the great perfume artist and follows his footsteps from Piedmont to Venice, Grasse, Paris, and finally to Cologne, where Farina’s descendants produce perfume to this day. Time and again, the traces bring us to Venice, at Farina’s time the gate to the Orient and the commercial metropolis for scents, spices and essences. It is here that the young Farina studies the perfume art. He masters his techniques in Grasse and finally becomes a royal court supplier. In 1709, his brother – responsible for the commercial part of the business – opens a shop in Cologne. Farina devotes his renowned fragrance ‘Eau de Cologne’ to his new hometown. Following the traces of the great perfume maker, the documentary discovers ever new parallels with Süskind’s Grenouille and further leads to another trace: Coco Chanel and her way to creating the most famous scent nowadays. Director: Ina Knobloch

September 11, 2001, 9:59 a.m.: a date and time that I will never forget. 9:59 a.m. is the time the South Tower of the World Trade Center collapsed... before my eyes. At the time I was 28 years old. I was a history-geography teacher for the French high school. These attacks changed my life. I decided to resume studies in France to... become a journalist. 20 years later I wanted to know what had become of those who were in or near the towers. After a long investigation and based on famous photos, I found some of these survivors. Miraculous for some. “9h59” is the story of a trauma. A trauma that changed the lives of thousands of Americans but also reshaped the destiny of the United States...until today. Director: Olivier Ponthus Production: Yemaya productions Directed by: Olivier Ponthus Production : Yemaya productions

30 minutes without intervention, he would have died.

Grand Prix of San Marino 1994. During the test session, Barrichello left the track at 320 km/h and is doing miraculously. March 31, Ratzenberger was killed during testing. May 1, at 2:18 p.m., Senna promises waving Austrian flag on the arrival of the Grand Prix, in honor of Ratzenbergzer. Shortly after departure, cars collide and a wheel flew to the stands 3 spectators and injuring a policeman. A new start is given. Author of his 65th pole position, Senna leading the race when he lost control of his car that goes hit a concrete wall at 300 km/h. 2 billion viewers watch, live. Senna will not survive. It is declared officially dead, at the end of the day.

This document delves into the global diamond industry, highlighting its struggle with globalization. From the diamond dealers of Antwerp to the mines of Botswana, it traces the journey of diamonds as a prime material in jewelry making, affected by global shifts. The story focuses on the Taché family, diamond traders for three generations, who moved from Lebanon to Antwerp in the late 1950s. The narrative explores the evolution of the diamond cutting industry, moving from skilled artisans to high-tech machinery, emphasizing Antwerp's historical role as a diamond trading hub. It also examines the shift towards countries with cheaper labor, like India, where a significant portion of diamond cutting has moved. The document captures the essence of the diamond trade's impact on global economies, from the rich mines of Africa to the bustling markets of India, illustrating how diamonds remain a vital part of luxury trade and national economies worldwide Director: François Rabaté

Can games change the world? Today public spaces and entire cities are being designed, planned and played through the medium of games. Director: Anders Eklund

Denis Law, a humble Aberdeen native, overcame a hereditary sight problem to become a football legend. As part of Manchester United's iconic trinity with Bobby Charlton and George Best, Law's extraordinary goal-scoring prowess earned him a place in football history. This authorised biography, featuring insights from Sir Alex Ferguson and others, highlights Law's journey from barefoot beginnings to Britain's most expensive player. His lasting impact is commemorated in the famous Trinity statue outside Old Trafford, symbolising his status as a football great. Director: Robin Bextor

Burning deserts, massive moutains ranges, the state of Nevada in the American West is an uncompromising land. It is also the place that hosts the Burning Man festival, but also crazy Las Vegas and the cowboy tradition of the old West. Director: Scott Schneider Original Title: Somewhere on Earth: Nevada Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

"Coastal Fire: A Common Diary" depicts the emotional fallout from the 2016 US presidential election on a personal and societal level. Documentary footage and dreamlike imagery combine to capture the zeitgeist of a population teetering constantly on the edge of revulsion and resolve. Director: Susan Maughlin Wood

The life of Dian Fossey still fascinates people all over the world. Born in California, she has always been fascinated by the animal world and Africa. She led a life of adventure and is still considered one of the world's greatest primatologists. Director: Thomas Johnson Original title: Final Days of an Icon: Dian Fossey

It will be a case of “welcome to my world” as our first contributor moves in with a single-parent household to witness first-hand the challenges they face. A second contributor will live in a carer’s household to experience what life is like for a carer; and a third will find themselves living in cramped conditions with a family whose main breadwinner is trying to support their family on welfare. Series: Could You Survive on the Breadline?

00:00 The Stevenson Path (France) Follows the footsteps of the Scottish writer Robert Louis Stevenson. The author of Treasure Island wandered through the Massif Central in southern France with his donkey Modestine and in 1879 published the first ever travelogue written: Travels with a Donkey in the Cévennes. Director: Rolf Lambert 51:34 Along the Amalfi Coast, Italy Along the Monti Lattari, the Milk Mountains, old trails connect beautifully situated coastal towns with rich ancient history. Steep stairways lead through terraces where the famous Amalfi lemons - used for Limoncello liqueur production - are grown. Hiking the Amalfi Coast, Bradley experiences Italy at its best. Directors: Bernd Girrbach, Rolf Lambert 01:41:49 Through Andalusia, Spain Springtime is perfect for hiking in Andalusia. At the southern most tip of Spain, bushes and flowers are in blossom, meadows are green und temperatures are moderate. A long distance hike connects the so-called "white villages" of Andalusia, which still show the presence of the Moors, Islamic conquerors that came from Africa. Directors: Rolf Lambert, Dimitrios Kisoudis 02:32:08 The Cornwall Coast Path (Great Britain) Once a path of smugglers shipwreck plunderers, runs along England's rugged south-west coast, past castles, harbors and gardens from the Victorian era. Director: Jörg Daniel Hissen 03:22:32 The Dingle and Kerry Ways, Ireland In County Kerry, Bradley Mayhew combines two of Ireland's most beautiful hikes. The Dingle Way offers steep cliffs and stunning views of the Atlantic, while the Kerry Way intrigues with Ireland's highest mountains. Bradley passes Celtic ruins, explores islands off the coast and pubs along the path. Director: Jörg Daniel Hissen 04:12:50 Through the Gorges of Crete (Greece) A long-distance path that spans the entire island of Crete. What's great: the gorges end up directly at the sea. Combining hiking and swimming, Greek food and the Cretan spirit of resistance, the route is a hidden gem for hikers. Director: Kim Rigauer 05:03:05 The Lech Trail, Austria/Germany The trail follows the last remaining wild flowing river of the Northern Alpes - the Lech. It starts in the cragged Lechquellen Mountains in the west of Austria, passes scenic high-altitude pastures before descending into the Lech valley of Tirol. It takes Bradley one week to reach the city of Füssen in southern Bavaria, where the trail ends. Director: Bernd Girrbach 05:53:21 The Dry Stone Route (Mallorca, Spain) Leads through the Serra de Tramuntana with superb views of the sea. The stone path follows ancient postal and riding routes, which have been laid 'dry' (without any mortar or cement) since the 13th century. Director: Rolf Lambert 06:43:37 The Saint Olav Ways, Norway Following the St. Olav Ways, Bradley passes Norway's wild and vast landscapes on the way to the city of Trondheim, where Norway's King Olav was buried in 1030. King Olav unified the country, converted the Vikings to Christianity and was later canonized. In medieval times, the Saint Olav Ways were as important as the pilgrimage route of Santiago de Compostela. Director: Rolf Lambert 07:33:56 The Saar-Hunsrück Trail (Germany) A brand-new trail that was designed especially for hiking in 2007. It begins where the borders of Luxembourg, France and Germany meet and is very trendy among young hikers. Director: Bernd Girrbach

Across Asia, millions of football fans passionately support their teams, with no idea that often the outcome of the match would have been decided long before the game begins. A sophisticated network of match fixers have an iron grip on the game, players on low salaries are vulnerable to bribes and coaches who raise questions are removed by team owners. This film compiles evidence of corruption across Asia, and follows the trials of a British coach doing his best to steer an Indonesian team to success in an environment which doesn’t necessarily want him to succeed. Director: Suridh Hassan

Why are the conditions in Europe's prisons getting worse? There are now 62,673 prisoners in French prisons, 4,000 more than six months ago. With overcrowding, issues like suicides are increasing in French jails. The nation was even rapped by the European Court of Human Rights for treating prisoners with indignity. With such fall in grace, do other prisoners of countries of other nations have hope? Category : Crime & Investigation - Social/Human Stories - Society Year of production : 2020

This seminal film tells the story of two women with opposing political views fighting for their different versions of a democratic future for Tunisia, the country that sparked the Arab Spring. Over the course of Tunisia’s critical post-revolution years, we follow journalist Emna Ben Jemaa, who envisions a country governed by free speech and without the corruption of the former regime. In contrast, Jawhara Ettis of the Islamist party Ennahda works towards a Tunisia guided by Islamic principles. On a public level, both women must navigate how females are treated in their society, while in their own homes they must make difficult choices to balance their public political roles with marriage and motherhood. Both know the stakes are high and the ever-present threat of Islamic extremists means their fragile political process could break down at any moment and all they’ve worked for could be lost. Through the intertwined stories of Emna and Jawhara, the unresolved tensions of the Arab spring are laid bare. A Revolution in Four Seasons gives both a comprehensive review of this crucial period as well as an intimate look at what these sometimes painful compromises mean for those living in a country struggling to define itself. Director: Jessie Deeter

In the USA, more and more American children are being given guns for their birthday or for Christmas. Despite the increasing numbers of grieving families the powerful gun lobby continues encouraging citizens to arm themselves. Shotguns and assault riffles designed with children in mind are available at gun fairs and even in the supermarket for less than 100 dollars. But there is a backlash and people are starting to organise to protect themselves and their families. They are demanding stricter controls on gun purchase but so far their work has been in vain. In 2013 Barack Obama attempted an ambitious reform but the bill was vetoed by a Congress in the thrall of the NRA. Should the right to bear arms apply to children? Director: Chantal Lasbats

One of Europe's longest rivers, the Danube originates in the Black Forest and flows through ten countries. In its headwaters, however, the river does not flow freely any longer: it is chopped up into a chain of reservoirs, used for transportation, cooling power plants and supplying energy – and with devastating consequences: in spring 2013, the high water resulted in cracked dams and destructive floods. Many have speculated about the reasons. By exploring how its current lives and functions, the film gives a voice to the river itself. In Germany, a 70-km stretch of the Danube has not been modified by man – yet. However, a fierce quarrel is ongoing: should it be turned into a waterway or preserved as the Bavarian “Amazonas”? As of yet, its future is undecided. Here, the river has preserved its seasonal changes in the water level, which have defined the landscapes and life in the valleys for thousands of years. Many plants and animals have come to be dependent on this repeated seasonal change, of them beaver is perhaps the most typical. Only in a wetland one can find such a dense mosaic of various contrasting biotopes: water and land, wet meadows, forests and dry grassland build a complex network of habitats in a limited space, making it one of the most bio-diverse places in Central Europe. Here, in the area where the Danube flows freely, live two-thirds of all Bavarian bird species and more fish species than in Germany’s two next-biggest rivers combined. Migrating birds like this stretch of the Danube for its mudflats, and even in winter the current doesn’t freeze, providing a retreat for countless water birds. The floods of 2013 have shown that the river needs space – for humans and wildlife. The 70-km stretch of the Danube portrayed in the film counts as one of the last unspoiled river areas in Central Europe with its rare animal and plants species – a precious piece of Europe’s natural heritage. Director: Jürgen Eichinger

Director Nelly Ben Hayoun-Stépanian finds an unlikely companion in the late political theorist Hannah Arendt as she embarks on a world tour across sixteen cities—looking for the origins, mechanics and power dynamics behind knowledge. The film investigates the act of thinking in the twenty-first century, as well as fears associated with it. It features a long list of some of the most interesting minds of our times: political activist Noam Chomsky, Pussy Riot’s Nadezhda Tolokonnikova, Arendt’s students: Arjun Appadurai, Leon Botstein and Richard Bernstein, Japanese Living National Treasures: Bunraku puppeteer Kanjuro Kiritake II, Kimono master Takayuki Takahashi, former Lord Mayor of Sheffield Magid, and many more. Director: Ben Hayoun-Stépanian

The World Conservation Union (IUCN) lists the Cat Ba langur as one of the most critically endangered primates in the world. In the past, poaching was a great threat to their survival: from over 2,500 individuals in the 1960s, the population declined to more 50 individuals today. Low reproductive output further endangers their survival. In 2000, the Cat Ba Langur Conservation Project was started. Since then, for the first time in decades, the population of the langurs has increased. Former poachers joined the conservationists’ team. Today, every individual is important for the survival of the species. That is why two females, living isolated on a small island, need to be brought back to the main population. The international rescue operation begins: a team of American, Australian and German researchers, together with local helpers, plans the translocation like a military operation. They risk their lives to sedate the animals, navigate boats in the pitch-black night, and perform medical examination in a temporary jungle surgery. It’s an exciting and exhausting venture! But finally we see the two langurs making their first steps into a hopefully good future. Director: Hannes Schuler

Documents the lineage of Adolf Hitlers descendants, focusing on William Patrick Hitler, the nephew of Adolf Hitler. Cataloguing his attempts to use Hitlers celebrity in the early years, his involvement during WWII and subsequent disappearance from public life. Director: Emmanuel Amara

For centuries, the human race has viewed certain people as experimental subjects. For the better as with the rabies vaccine or penicillin, but also for the worse with the Nazi camps... How can we define what is acceptable in terms of experimentation on human beings? When does the medical procedure become a threat to the patient? Is the South used today by the countries of the North as a testing ground?

In this documentary we explore the world's most fascinating landscapes with hot-air balloons. Breathtaking adventures await the balloonists in the endless vastness of the Gobi Desert, in the snow-covered mountain-sides of the Alps or at the steep rock faces of the Venezuelan Tepuis. Emotional human encounters, exotic cultural experiences and thrilling nature adventures are promising ingredients for a dynamic, exciting and entertaining series about the special life of ballooning enthusiast and their quest for the “Great Picture”. 00:00 The World's Greatest Balloon Adventures 01:14 Kenya 51:43 Mongolia 01:43:13 Sri Lanka 02:33:51 The Alps 03:24:11 Venezuela Directors: Annette & Klaus Scheurich

100 years ago the greatest battle the earth has ever seen began in the Somme region of France. More British and Canadian soldiers would die in this one single battle than in all of World War II, yet it is a relatively unknown event today. Soldiers' Stories brings a 'grunt eye view' of battle to life using original, never before seen 3D stereoscopic images from the time. Painstakingly remastered for 15/70 mm film format these powerful and haunting images are brought to the screen for the first time ever. The Soldiers' Story is a universal and timeless story. In the film the realities of war are retold by modern combat veterans who relay their own stories of today in order to speak for the veterans of the past. Director: Jonathan Kitzen

Should we be giving doctors the right to end the lives of others by euthanasia or assisted suicide? The grandfather of euthanasia in the Netherlands, Dr.Boudewijn Chabot speaks of a ‘worrisome culture shift’ and that euthanasia is ‘getting out of hand’ – especially as it relates to patients with psychiatric issues. The cost of on-going treatment is putting pressure on an already fraught decision-making process, and the many are questioning the motives of those tasked with making the decisions. Meanwhile, the suicidal can simply ‘shop around’ until they find the decision they are looking for, or more worryingly – others can do the same for those they are tasked with caring for. Director: Kevin Dunn

Broken Harmony: China’s Dissidents tells the story of Hua Ze, an ordinary Chinese citizen for whom a discovery of corruption led her into a hidden world of dissidents, citizen journalism, police harassment and kidnappings. Once a mild mannered TV director, Hua Ze discovered that an old friend reporting on alleged corruption after the Sichuan earthquake had disappeared, along with any mention of him online. Following a trail of leads over the great internet fire wall of China, she discovers not just the fate of her friend, but the truth behind Sichuan’s fatal building code violations, a jaw-dropping array of human rights abuses across China and comes to the realization that the entire internet in China is a state controlled fiction. Hua’s awakening takes her into a new world of dissidents, journalists and human rights lawyers. As she begins her own reporting, pressure from the government is swift, and her world is turned upside down. She is forced out of her job and placed under surveillance. One by one, her new friends are arrested or detained. Phones are tapped and secretive threats and warnings are made. But Hua cannot turn a blind eye to the corruption and she pays the price. When ordinary Chinese citizens go to extraordinary lengths to fight human rights abuses, the risks are enormous, even life-threatening. Broken Harmony reveals Hua’s courageous acts and willingness to lose everything to fight for justice and the rule of law. Director: Risa Morimoto

Great Britain has been an inexhaustible source of inspiration for the greatest English authors. Today we travel to the places that inspired the famous novelist George Eliot. Narrated and directed by Liam Dale. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Myanmar, once closed off by dictatorship, now reveals its stunning landscapes, including the rare giraffe women, living freely in their villages. Some have turned to tourism for income. Recently, the government allowed foreigners to explore the North. Ko Soe Moe, a tour guide, is pioneering a new tourist route from Mandalay to Rid Hill Lake, facing the challenges of monsoon-flooded roads. He discovers a semi-free elephant reserve and a crude oil camp, highlighting the resourcefulness in remote areas. In Kalé Myo, time seems frozen, with WWII trucks still in use, alongside handcrafted jeeps, a testament to local ingenuity. Amidst these, Aung Ko, a young trucker, navigates challenging roads for livelihood, illustrating the resilience and aspirations of Myanmar's people. Ko Soe Moe's journey through hazardous Chin mountains roads, vital for trade with India, underscores the potential and perils of opening up new tourist paths.

Get slimmer by eating chocolate - how scientific studies will make us believe the stupidest things! Day in day out we are bombarded by all kinds of promises on how to lose weight, almost all of which fail to deliver. Of the millions of dieters, only a handful will have long-term success, and yet there are countless studies claiming the opposite. Leading weight loss companies happily confront dieters with the scientifically backed claim that failing a diet would be their own fault. After all, world-renowned experts of all fields have proven the effectiveness of weight loss programs. Or have they? On their journey through Germany and France, Diana Löbl and Peter Onnecken investigate how the weight loss industry systematically buy scientific research and use it in their favor. Time and time again, dubious studies are being published and serve only one purpose: fuelling the multi-billion euro weight loss industry. German experts point the finger at a cartel of nutritionists who recommend questionable weight loss diets and promise healthy results based on questionable short-term studies. Similar results cannot be detected in long-term studies. And yet these studies find their way into well-respected publications and subsequently motivate physicians to prescribe those diets to their patients. This groundbreaking documentary shows just how effectively science is being misused by the industry. The authors of this film publish their own weight-loss study, which is so absurd that really no one should take it seriously. However, shortly after the publication, it is clear that the media are picking up on the incredible story of how eating chocolate will help you lose weight. It is only a question of time until everybody will believe that chocolate is the best weight loss accelerator of all time! Director : Diana Löbl, Peter Onneken

Spring is a time of new beginnings and new life. The world is bursting with joie de vivre, and the sheer force of nature is never more tangible than during this season. In forests, fields, meadows and gardens, nature awakens from her icy grey winter sleep. The world takes on colour again. The magic of spring in all its glory is the focus of this film. Unusual animal stories – some humorous, some dramatic – create a very special springtime feel. Upbeat, amusing and exciting, the film illustrates vividly that spring is the loveliest season of all. Director: Annette Scheurich

Herbs are fascinating “all-rounders”: They are fragrant, tasty, and have healing properties. Since the beginning of human history, they have inspired individuals and cultures around the world, especially through their effects – in the kitchen, laboratory, or witch’s den. This five-part series undertakes a journey of discovery through 11 countries, exploring the intriguing cultural histories surrounding the use of herbs – in the Provence, the Alps, in the Balkans, Latin America and India. We meet Ayurvedic doctors, natural healers, farmers, modern herbal fairies, and cooks – captivating story-tellers, all of them equipped with a deep understanding of the world of herbs. Elaborate aerial and time-lapse footage transports us to distant regions rich in herbs. With an avid eye, each film examines the complex processes involved in the making of tinctures, oils, and natural remedies. Whether herbs be exotic or domestic, they hold numerous stories – herbs being the seasonings of human culture. 00:00 The Alps 44:14 The Balkans 01:27:23 India 02:10:15 Latin America 02:53:22 Provence Directors: Bärbel Jacks, Sebastian Lindemann, Rolf Lambert, Christian Stiefenhofer, Ilka Franzmann

After turning his life around, Sensei EJ creates Warriors Karate Academy in the basement of Greater Glory Ministries in Columbus, Ohio. A summer school is created, and the school quickly grows outside the church and becomes involved in the community. After money struggles, location changes and other obstacles, including failing to make it to Nationals, the school fights back, overcoming every obstacle in their way. They go from a church basement to every news station and radio station in the city, on National Teams, and even fighting for the United States outside the country. Director: Ellis Jennings Jr.

We spend hours on Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat, seduced by their promise: to be able to share our life and our opinions with the whole world. In this virtual world, everyone is happy. Everyone has perfect bodies, lives fulfilled lives in stylish houses surrounded by beautiful friends and family. Everyone shows off and everyone judges. But this irresistible quest for recognition can quickly turn into addiction, wreaking havoc on our mental health. And teenagers are the most susceptible. In this film, we examine the real dangers of the “happycracy” promoted on social networks and hear from some of its young victims. Director: Elisa Jadot

Still popular today, Laurel and Hardy are still considered masters of comedy today. A look back at an incredible on-screen career. Narrated by Barnaby Eaton-Jones Produced and directed by Liam Dale Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

It was the end of one of the most heartbreaking events in recent times. 82 Nigerian schoolgirls were released after 3 years of imprisonment in exchange for 5 terrorist leaders. These leaders belong to Boko Haram, the most bloodthirsty terrorist group on the planet. To understand who these terrorists are, how they operate, we meet former prisoners, repented jihadists and troops on the front-line. Director : Patrick Forestier

Most of this country is a desert, with many facets. The people who live there have learned to live in the middle of these large expanses of sand. Director: Jean-Etienne Frère Original title: Somewhere on Earth: Egypt

A vibrant tribute to the Artemis space program, the aim of which is to bring humans back to the Moon, then to send manned missions there as well as to Mars. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Based on the book The Shadow World, this feature length documentary reveals the shocking realities of the multi-billion dollar global arms trade, through whistleblowers, investigators, prosecutors, and military insiders. Director: Johan Grimonprez

At the outset of the Yalta Conference on February 4, 1945, the «Big Three» were all optimistic: victory was in no doubt, and the accord that they had achieved seemed likely to preserve the values they had fought for. However, in just a few months, nothing would remain of this agreement apart from irreconcilable differences. United in war, the Allies would reveal themselves as divided and rivals in peace. How can such a rapid failure of a real effort at entente be explained? With the Yalta Conference in 1945 to 1953, discover a new world order drawn up by three men, looking for a lasting peace... that would lead inevitably to the Cold War. Combining archive footage, photographs, original letters and unique testimonies, these two episodes revisit this crucial period in History. A full immersion into postwar years and an emerging new world order. Direction: Emilie Lançon

Latest secrets revealed about mysterious MH370 flight.

Teenagers can be monsters but are also sensitive beings undergoing a fascinating biological metamorphosis. This visually stunning science documentary takes us deep into the mesmerising world of adolescents and reveals the scientific miracles of puberty. Director: Judith König

Gold, the enduring safe investment and symbol of wealth, comes at a high price. Mined in slave-like conditions, it has been linked to everything from funding civil wars in Africa to causing environmental disasters in Latin America. Directors: Jerome Sesquin and Gilles Labarthe

In 1942, determined to prove that France was leading the fight against Nazism, General de Gaulle offered Stalin a squadron of French pilots to fight on the Soviet front. That regiment, known as Normandy-Niémen, were legendary, winning 273 aerial victories. But the men paid a heavy price. 43 pilots were killed during combat. Using archives, reconstructions and 3D animations, we tell the heroic story of the French pilots who fought with the red star painted on their planes.

In the Bavarian Alps, some still call it “the Brown Mountain”. For the hundreds of thousands of tourists who go to Obersalzberg every year, it is difficult to imagine that 70 years ago, this postcard landscape was home to the second place of power of the Nazi regime. Having become chancellor, Adolf Hitler spent more than 1000 days there. That's a quarter of his reign. Directors: ISABELLE FOUVRIER, GUILAIN DEPARDIEU

To China, it’s a breakaway province that must return to the fold. To its 24 million inhabitants, it’s a sovereign state, with its own constitution and democratically elected leaders. Now that Hong Kong has been brought into line, Taiwan remains determined to stand up as a vibrant, young democracy. But it won’t be easy… Since the Sunflower Movement in 2014, when the young came out to prevent an economic agreement with China, citizen groups have been fighting for the transparency of institutions. As Audrey Tang, Minister of Digital, explains, the idea, whenever possible, is to put the citizen at the heart of the political process and its decisions. But this new generation is at odds with the old one, who experienced dictatorship and for whom democracy does not necessarily mean economic prosperity. Every day, Taiwan counters millions of cyber attacks that aim to destabilize its institutions and exacerbate divisions in society. Director: Alain Lewkowicz

Japan is the land of extremes. The archipelago still bears the scars of the fiery land. Here in the easternmost tip of Asia, men and women pursue their passion in their quest for perfection. This is the land of the marriage of nature and tradition. Director : Anne Viry-Babel Original Title: Somewhere on Earth: Japan

Since the economic crisis of 2009, over nine million jobs have been created in America. Officially, the recession is over. But American workers have come out of the crisis more vulnerable and even poorer than ever. 46.7 million Americans live in poverty with around 15% of the US population living below the poverty line. But they aren’t unemployed – most of them have at least two jobs. They’re ‘the working poor’. Meet the people behind America’s economic recovery. Director : HÉLÈNE ECKMANN

The invasion of Ukraine seems to be the culmination of a strategy that the Russian president has been applying since he came to power in 2000: the reconstruction of Greater Russia. Director : Igor Sahiri & Marc de la Villardière

The Nagorno-Karabakh war left more than 4,500 Armenians dead and 15,000 injured. The peace deal of November 2020 represented a heavy defeat for Armenia. While they kept control of the areas they held within Nagorno-Karabakh, they were forced to return the surrounding territories to Azerbaijan. Still, Armenians live in fear of losing what remains of their land. In Kornidzor, the villagers take turns to stand guard, day and night. These peasants have formed a militia, swapping their pitchforks for Kalashnikovs. Tens of thousands of families fled the war. Some are now ensconced at the Golden Palace, a 5-star hotel in an upscale ski resort. Susanna is in room 221 with her husband and children. The mini-bar no longer stocks cognac or vodka mignonette; the family use it to store some lard and a few vegetables. Susanna has learned to sew, and now she ekes out a living, making down jackets for the wealthy skiers who come to the resort. Tigran, 19, miraculously survived a drone attack. After six months in hospital, he is finally being reunited with his family. He is welcomed home by a traditional festival in his village. Meanwhile Iveta, an Armenian pop start and ex-Eurovision finalist, is preparing a big show at the opera, and has dedicated a new song to the conflict.

When Hitler committed suicide in his bunker in Berlin, he managed to do what many others had tried to do for 20 years. This film explores how the fate of Europe and countless lives may have been very different if it hadn't been for the luck of the devil. 0:00 Director: Frederic Tonolli 1:15 Assassination attempts against a dictator, involving a carpenter and military officers, are thwarted by a pact with the devil. 6:17 Assassination attempts, Hitler's narrow escape, and conquest of Europe. 11:49 Hitler's invasion of the USSR, atrocities, and the turning point at Stalingrad. 16:59 Failed attempt to assassinate Hitler using concealed explosives during a flight 23:36 Failed assassination attempts on Hitler, Rommel's dilemma, and the Normandy invasion. 30:00 Assassination attempt on Hitler by Colonel Stauffenberg and the Resistance. 35:46 Assassination attempt on Hitler fails due to a misplaced bomb and timing issues. 41:37 Plot to overthrow Hitler fails, leading to arrests, trials, and executions of conspirators. Hitler's regime faces internal and external threats, culminating in Rommel's forced suicide and Germany's impending downfall. 48:14 Failed attempts to assassinate Hitler lead to the fall of Berlin and Hitler's suicide, highlighting the tragic consequences of war and the potential impact of a successful assassination.

August 1944. Hitler demands that Paris be wiped off the map. Out of rage, out of madness, to prevent the Allied advance, Parisian bridges and monuments must all be blown up. Why and how will General Dietricht von Choltitz, Governor of the capital, disobey his Fürher's orders and save Paris?

They interfere in other countries’ elections, penetrate government networks and steal millions of dollars. Just how dangerous is Russia’s cyber army? Director: Niko Karasek

The symbiosis of the brain / mind and artificial intelligence will give rise to a new humanity, a kind of ´super-humanity´. Brain-machine communication will allow that the cognitive capabilities of human beings will be enhanced, giving rise to the first augmented humans. Connected brains will lead to powerful synthetic telepathy technologies, making it possible to not only to read other person’s thoughts, but also manipulate them. But where, what are the potential benefits and pitfalls of these new technologies? Neuro – technologies are about to cause a radical social shift that will change our understanding of the inner self and our very conception of reality. Neuro – rights will be foremost, necessitating regulations that guarantee the privacy of our conscious or even subconscious thoughts. Mind Forward explores the frontiers of this brave new world. Director: Ruth Chao

The docudrama sheds light on the life of Lola Montez, a fighter for women’s rights, for individuality and acceptance of female power in the 19th century, an era that had no space for free and independent women. “A woman far ahead of her own time, who showed that life can be lived without conforming to rules”, as Bruce Seymour described her. Lola Montez – aka Gräfin Marie von Landsberg, aka Elisabeth Gilbert – had many names, but what made her so special and alluring to virtually every single man of her time? She was the first female popstar and her lifestyle was so scandalous that not only was she was a constant threat to all the rules and regulations of the restrictive Biedermeier society. She single-handedly started a revolution in the free state of Bavaria and was the cause of King Ludwig I’s abdication from the throne. Director: Wolf Truchsess von Wetzhausen

The ancient city of Arles, once a major commercial hub in the Roman Empire, still holds many secrets. Some of them are buried in the bed of the Rhône. Director: Saléha Gherdane

What is Bitcoin? With the advent of Bitcoin, the world's first digital currency, for the first time in history money is no longer controlled by banks or governments, but by the people who use it. But where did this currency come from? How does it work? And is it truly the way forward, or just a flash in the pan? Magic Money answers these questions and more as it explores the mysterious origins of Bitcoin, its role in society, and how it could shape the future. Director: Tim Delmastro

"Theatre of War: The Pacific Campaign" is devoted to the history of the Pacific Theater of World War II. Starting with the tensions in the Pacific that led to the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor through the epic battle of Midway and the Atomic Bombing of Japan. 00:00 Tensions Rise - The Opening Moves 26:24 Under Attack - Pearl Harbour 52:58 Relentless Onslaught - The Japanese Advance 01:20:09 Victory at Sea - America Fights Back 01:46:43 Flying the Stars and Stripes - Territorial Gains 02:13:14 The Final Act - From V.E. Day to V.J. Day Narrated, Produced and Directed by Liam Dale Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Field experts and cutting-edge technology are deployed to follow the painted lady butterfly, Eleonora's falcon, Nathusius' pipistrelle bat and blackcap warbler as they undertake mysterious migrations crisscrossing thousands of miles. 00:00 Nathusius' Pipistrelle Bat. Director: Benoit Demarle 52:12 The Painted Lady Butterfly Director: Alexis de Favitiski 01:43:53 The Blackcap Warbler Director: Benoit Demarle 02:36:04 Eleonora's Falcon Director: Alexis de Favitiski

An exploration of Hitler's life, his political maneuvers, and his rise to power during World War II. The Hitler Chronicles - Blueprint for Dictators - All Episodes Director: Hermann Pölking-Eiken Producer: Thorsten Pollfuß Production: Epoche Media Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

How did a pacifist farmer from Tennessee become the greatest American hero of the First World War? Convinced by his pastor to enlist, Alvin York ends up fighting in Argonne and receives the highest honors, such as the Medal of Honor and Croix de Guerre, for his exploits. On the same day, not far from Argonne, the infantryman Joseph Oklahombi performs an exceptional feat of arms by taking 171 German soldiers as prisoners. Being a Native American from the Choctaw tribe in Oklahoma – who were not recognized as American citizens at that time but invited to enlist all the same – he never received the Medal of Honor. Without ever meeting, these two men become the symbol of courage that young American volunteers showed in WWI. A Hundred years later, both fates deserve a spotlight in our collective memory of the WWI. Director: Dominique Hennequin

In 1949, the USSR set off their first atomic bomb, just four years after the Americans. The speed with which they achieved this surprised the world. What nobody knew was that it was the result of espionage implemented at the heart of the United States. Director: Gérard Puechmorel

We focus on the job market, as they experience the challenges of trying to find work and survive on an irregular pay-packet in this tough new era of employment in Australia. From applying for non-existent full-time jobs to working as underpaid and under-employed food delivery drivers on zero hour contracts; to retrenched white-collar workers doing multiple menial and low-paying jobs to get by.

Part mystery, part love story, and part societal critique, Looking for David follows a mother/filmmaker as she probes the whys and hows after finding her son dead. Director: Betsy L. Ross

Tareq arrives in Kiruna, over 200km north of the Arctic Circle. With the weather getting down to -30C, this does not deter the locals to be outside for sport and food preparation. Tareq takes part in snow picnics, firing up the smoker, and using snow and ice as part of the recipes he prepares. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

It follows the training of Canadian journalist and actor Andrew Younghusband on an 18-month sail training voyage around the World, on the barque Picton Castle. 00:00 Nova Scotia to Panama The series begins in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Canada where the tall ship Picton Castle is being prepared to begin her 19-month voyage around the world. The Picton Castle is commanded by Captain Daniel Moreland and his crew of a dozen paid professionals and 35 paying trainees. 45:10 Panama to the Galapagos Islands The Picton Castle has arrived at the Panama Canal and the crew are amazed by this engineering wonder as they pass from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean. Arriving on the Pacific side of the canal marks the beginning of their passage through the sultry South Pacific. 01:31:00 The Galapagos Islands to Pitcairn Island The Picton Castle has arrived in the famed Galapagos Islands, and the crew take full advantage of the opportunity to explore the exotic wildlife which inspired Darwin's Theory of Evolution. 02:13:29 Pitcairn Island to Tahiti After spending almost one month at sea and having traveled 2700 miles without seeing land, the Picton Castle and her crew arrive at one of the most isolated islands in the world. 03:04:02 Tahiti to the Cook Islands Having sailed nearly 8,000 miles in less than four months, the crew of the Picton Castle arrive in Tahiti, the heart of French Polynesia. 03:50:17 The Cook Islands to Samoa The crew of the Picton Castle are now deep in the heart of the picture prefect South Pacific Ocean. Having left French Polynesia, many of the crew are relieved that are once again able to communicate with the locals in English. 04:36:19 Samoa to Fiji As the Picton Castle continues to island hope through the South Pacific, all is not well in paradise. Hygiene problems, infections, and bad water have lowered the crew morale to an all-time low. 05:23:40 Fiji to Vanuatu The Picton Castle's visit to Fiji represents another emotional turning point for everyone aboard as they say a painful goodbye to several long-time crew members who are leaving the ship.

In the heart of Sri Lanka, we discover a preserved land, a sanctuary where nature has remained intact: the real Sri Lanka, with its lakes and mountains, tea plantations, birds, lush vegetation. Director: Scott Schneider Original Title: Somewhere on Earth: Sri Lanka

"I live with an Elephant and an Elephant lives with me." – Chris Gallucci, The Elephant Man's Journeys short documentary is an extension of the Animal Planet hit Tusks and Tattoos. Chris Gallucci works with Golden Globe Winner Tippi Hedren (Alfred Hitchcock’s The Birds).

Sixteen years in the making, GROWING UP focuses on Fernando Pullum and the impact he’s had on thousands of youth in South Central Los Angeles. Through music Fernando rose above his own harrowing childhood and for decades he’s passed that gift along to his students. Graduates of Pullum’s program have gone on to play with Beyoncé, Bruno Mars, Stevie Wonder, and Snoop Dogg, been recipients of 6 Grammy Awards; but he’s proudest of their growth as men and women. The centerpiece of the film is a conversation between two of Pullum students over the course of a decade. Despite tremendous odds, they find success, much of which they credit to Pullum’s influence. Director: Leslie Dektor

We discover one of the world's greatest department stores, KaDeWe in Berlin. This is an architectural masterpiece, a glamorous icon of the industrial age and mirror the cultural history of modern day. It is innovative in the way it combines an abundance of goods under one roof with a unique sales approach and presentation. Director: André Meier Series: Shopping Heaven - The World's Great Department Stores

Welcome to the land of wild animals, Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar. Here we discover the colors of Africa, the music, the spices and the amazing landscapes... we set off to explore a wild world, the origins of humanity. Director: Pierre Fauque Original Title: Somewhere on Earth: Tanzania

Welcome to the near future. A time when man and machine become one and imagination becomes the only limit to science. 00:00 Cyborg Revolution We’ve all seen Cyborgs in Hollywood blockbusters. But it turns out these fictional beings aren’t so far-fetched. In fact, this episode features a true-to-life cyborg, who at four months of age, was the youngest American to be outfitted with a myoelectric hand. And at one ground-breaking engineering facility, engineers are developing biotechnologies that can even further enhance high-tech like this by giving mechanical prosthetics something incredible: the physical sensation of touch! 46:54 Hyper Intelligence Everyone has heard about Artificial Intelligence (or AI), but very few people know what it is or how it actually works. This episode brings this otherwise abstract topic to life by visiting the most cutting-edge engineering firms where innovative technologists are using AI to transform machines into thinking robots. 01:35:54 Human Immortality If you thought Human Immortality was just a concept in science fiction, this episode reveals how it will become science fact. For some scientists featured in this program, achieving Immortality is not a question of ‘If’. The real question is ‘When?’. 02:19:25 Life Off Earth If you thought The Space Race peaked with the Apollo missions, wait until permanent research bases on the Moon and Mars start cropping up. The New Space Race to get humans to Mars is heating up, and this episode presents the visionaries who are making this future possible. Once exclusively financed by governments, private companies are now developing the means of living in outer space. On the cutting edge of this Copernican Revolution is the Dream Chaser—a new, high-flying space shuttle that will ferry researchers to inflatable research habitats in outer space. But creating permanent habitats in the toxic environments on the Moon and Mars is a serious undertaking. Scientists and engineers take these threats to human life very seriously. One engineer is creating advanced, reusable spacesuits that makes mobility and dexterity less bulky, and more feasible in gravity-free environments. 03:06:15 Disease-Free World: The Microbiome To create a disease-free world, scientists are pushing the envelope in every conceivable corner. This episode features the most cutting-edge scientists out there—including Nobel-prize winners—who are harnessing the power of what’s called “The Microbiome.” The Microbiome is the full array of the trillions of microorganisms that live in or on the human body, which help it function. By understanding the Microbiome as a kind of ecosystem, scientists are using innovative techniques to discern the microbes’ various functions in the body as a whole. 03:52:32 The Rise of Genetic Engineering Genetic Engineering extends far beyond the controversial news headlines that obsess over ‘designer babies’. In the science community, gene-editing tools like CRISPR and PRIME editing will do nothing less than save the planet. Methods like this allow scientists to alter and ‘re-program’ the genetics of living organisms. This episode shows scientists at large using gene-editing technologies to revolutionize the food supply chain, bolstering food crops to prevent famines, and even speed up reforestation efforts that will reverse global warming. Genetic Engineering in farm animals is helping scientists to ‘select’ desirable traits, like physical features and gender. Incredibly, one scientist is using gene-editing technologies to resurrect the DNA of extinct species, like the Wooly Mammoth! Director: Christopher Webb Young

A look at the struggles, often invisible, of activists and anonymous women who are not satisfied with being silent witnesses of the violation of their rights and the deterioration of the environment. Director: Fernando Vero Full Documentary Original Title: behind India

'How to Prepare for Prison' focuses on the lives of three different people facing the daunting prospect of serving prison sentences for the very first time. Director: Matt Gallagher

The Revenge of Analog: For Those Who Are Sick of the Digital World Humans are analogue! We're literally sick of the digital world engulfing us. People are yearning for real things and authenticty. IMPOSSIBLE is sensuous and inspiring film about the revenge of analog. And the eccentric, crazy Austrian scientist, who saved the world's last Polaroid factory - just when Steve Jobs introduced the first iPhone. An entertaining underdog story of a very modern Don Quixote, shot on 35mm. And a sumptuous invitation to fall in love with real things again. Director: Jens Meurer Full documentary

In 1948 the creation of the State of Israel was proclaimed. Three years after Nazism, Jews can settle in the land of their ancestors. But for the Arab populations living there, it is a disaster.

There are seven, eight, or nine per cell. In France, prisons are overcrowded and inmates quickly find themselves confined. The gang leaders are only the most dangerous inmates. They maintain order in their cell to carry out their illegal trafficking. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

A duel to the death. A combat between two inventions. Two deadly weapons. This time, our duellists are not men, but objects which largely surpass the fame and notoriety of their inventors. They come face to face not in offices and markets, but in battlefields. The two mythical weapons have been facing off for some 60 years. Director: Frederic Tonolli

Jacuzzi, spa, massage, swimming pool, restaurant... there are numerous services on luxury liners to satisfy customers and employees must be perfect in logistics and management. It's a dificult challenge for them. Investigation into the two sides of a luxury cruise. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

The world of princes and princesses can be very complex, and was even more so in medieval times. Beneath the lust and wealth, the world of seduction is filled with subtlety, and every gesture or attitude can have a special meaning. How does this unusual environment work? Directed and narrated by Liam Dale Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Albania is a country still unknown to many people. Thanks to its beautiful beaches, parties and private clubs, tourists never get bored. But behind this dreamy facade, there are many illegal activities that harm the security of the country. Director: Esther Goldmann

60 women are waiting for their execution on death row. Who are they? We decided to follow five of them. Dive in these women's lives full of horror, hope, death, and love, in one of the most terrible places in the USA, death row.

Accounts are spreading of the extreme abuse that goes on in Russia’s penal colonies with claims the treatment is aimed at destroying people psychologically. This exclusive documentary goes inside Russia’s prisons to reveal the horrific conditions inmates and political prisoners are subjected to. We follow the husband of jailed Pussy Rioter, Nadia Tolokonnikova, as he visits his wife in prison and see how Nadia is struggling to cope with life in a re-education camp. Sleep and food deprivation, regular beatings and rapes are all common and many prisoners never recover from their time inside. Secret footage, recorded in prison, shows inmates being beaten while interviews with guards and inmates add a new dimension. Shocking, powerful viewing. Director: Madeleine Leroyer and Elise Menand

She is the most radical and controversial artist of the 20th century - Leni Riefenstahl. He is the inventor of the mountain film, camera designer and film avant-gardist of the 20s - Arnold Fanck. In May 1932, both board a ship and depart on a five-month film-making voyage to Greenland. Their mission is the first ever German-American feature film production: "SOS Eisberg". It's the riskiest and most expensive film project in history. Director: Annette Baumeister Original Title: Eiskalte Leidenschaft - Leni Riefenstahl und Arnold Fanck zwischen Hitler und Hollywood

Pull! The shooting sport that's a hit, for young and old generations! Presented, produced and directed by Liam Dale Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

They want us to call them « The Soldiers of God »... These legions of holy war are currently active behind the scenes. They are claiming 3 common objectives with ISIS. First they want to set up the Islamic State (the Caliphate) from Syria to Irak, Palestine and even Lebanon. But most of all, they are dying to introduce and enforce Sharia law. To do so, they need to crush their two outspoken ennemies : the Shiites and Bachar Al Assad. For more than 10 days, our journalists team has been allowed to get exclusively immersed into different Jihadist factions. Some of them came from ISIS, other are more independent. For the very first time, a TV camera followed the everyday life of these men and even women, who claim to fight for God. Let's get immersed into one of the most bloodthirsty fighting faction of Syria. Directors: Farouk Atig, Yacine Benrabia

Tour the city of Rome. See and learn the history of Palatine Hill, the Colosseum, Capitoline Hill, Palazzo Senatorio, Palazzo Conservatori, St. Peter’s Basilica, Imperial Forum, Bernini's St. Peter's Square, Piazza Barberini, Vatican City & its museums, the Sistine Chapel (with the paintings of Michelangelo), Castel Sant Angelo, Pantheon, Sant Agnese, Trevi Fountain, Piazza di Spagna, and more. Narrated, produced and directed by Liam Dale. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Scientists attempt to track the migration of Europe's widely distributed Nathusius' pipistrelle bats. Director: Benoit Demarle Writers: Joël Leyendecker, Dorothée Lachaud Stars: Philomène Bon, Shannon E. Currie, Carles Flaquer Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

The World Health Organisation puts the number of deaths from climate change at 250,000 by 2050. We travel the world to see how the devastation wrought by droughts, wildfires, floods and catastrophic rains – all the direct results of climate change – are a political problem, and require political solutions. From the outback of Australia, to the Pakistani Himalayas and Brazilian Amazon, this series takes us to the front line of the approaching disaster. Along the way, we meet people and activists trying to find ways to tackle the biggest issue of the 21st century. A combination of bad policies and political apathy is speeding up climate change. Have we reached the tipping point? Can it be reversed? 00:00 Australia's Coal Conundrum Against the backdrop of dwindling water resources, ravaging bushfires and high unemployment, a controversial new mine set to be built in Central Queensland is being met with controversy and passionate resistance. Further mining activities promise to exacerbate the region’s already dwindling water resources while raising Australia’s contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions. The perceived silver lining in the building of the controversial Carmichael Mine is the promise of job creation. But, at what cost? 50:41 Brazil's Amazonian Battle Deforestation in Brazil’s Amazon increased 30% since Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro came to power. More than 120,000 square kilometers of the Amazon forest have been destroyed: an area a fifth the size of Wales in the last 10 years. It’s displaced around 400 indigenous groups but has also decimated a vast store of carbon that is vital for tackling climate change. The jungles produce 20% of the world’s oxygen. We go on an investigative journey to reveal the gold rush pushing communities over the edge. Along the way, we meet the Mundurukku aboriginal tribes and activists fighting to stop the destruction of Amazon jungles. We also meet activists seeking solutions for a sustainable lifestyle. 01:37:16 Pakistan's Himalayan Meltdown The word Himalaya means House of Snow, and is the second-largest icecap outside the polar regions. But it is melting at the fastest rate in human history. One-third of the Himalayan glaciers are projected to disappear by the end of this century due to climate change, threatening the supply of water to nearly 2 billion people across South Asia. We discover how water became a major flash point between arch-rivals India and Pakistan, due to the Siachen glacier conflict, and go undercover to observe the proliferation of water thieves in Karachi. We also examine the impact of Prime Minister Imran Khan’s billion tree tsunami, Pakistan’s bold bid to mitigate worsening climate change.

We are setting off to discover the Sultanate of Oman, in the Persian Gulf, the orient of the thousand and one nights. It is also the land of the Bedouins. Director: Maud de Bohan Original Title: Somewhere on Earth: Oman

Russia is the continent’s most dangerous country in terms of road safety. More than 18,000 people die on the roads there every year. But since the 1990s, drivers started equipping their vehicles with on-board cameras as a bulwark against police corruption and traffic conflicts. Now, more than one in four vehicles is equipped with an on-board dash camera. Small and cheap, these cameras have become almost essential in the eyes of Russian motorists. Because they are the best evidence in the event of an accident. From pedestrians deliberately throwing themselves under the wheels of cars so that they can later claim compensation, to sensational accidents, these cameras capture everything. And it’s not just the drivers who rely on them. Pedestrians and campaigners have also started using them to film the dangerous behaviour of drivers. People driving on pavements, cars parked in crazy locations, the videos are then posted on YouTube where they attract thousands of comments. Russia is also home to the motorcycle bloggers. These are usually pretty young women who perform dangerous bike stunts while wearing little clothes and even less safety equipment. But by pushing the limits, sometimes their videos end very badly… Director: Anna Levashkevich

Vanessa cardui, better known as the Painted Lady, is a very common butterfly in Europe in spring and summer. Very common, yet exceptional! We lift the veil on the mysteries of this long-haul traveler. A butterfly that engages in one of the longest insect migrations ever recorded. Director: Alexis de Favitiski

How a game of cricket in Kabul lead one man on an extraordinary journey from London to China. Jon Beardmore, 38 and frustrated with his 9-5 career, makes a decision that will change his life forever. He is inspired by Peter Hopkirks classic book The Great Game, on Secret Service in High Asia, and armed with a burning desire to return to Afghanistan to play a game of cricket. Director: Jon Beardmore Original Title: The Great Game

Although discreet, tens of millions of them nest in Europe.The blackcap warbler is a conqueror with an astonishingly varied migratory system that fascinates scientists. While some migrate to Spain and Western Africa, others reach the Eastern Mediterranean and East Africa.Yet, a third strategy is currently emerging: Certain blackcaps migrate north in winter! And they seem more numerous each year. Director: Benoit Demarle

As a small westernized country tacked onto the geopolitical map of the Near East, Israel has always had to fight. For its existence, first of all, then for its defence and its development. The region’s history is steeped in incredible wealth, having been a crossroads for major civilizations, leading religions and major commercial and cultural currents that have nurtured the European, Arabic and Asian worlds. Pierre Brouwers has scoured a land made rich by intensive immigration and a land of amazing vitality. He shows us a country that grants extreme importance to the past and is ever keen to shape its future. Tel Aviv . Jaffa . Herzliya . Rehevot and the Weizmann Institute . Caesarea . Haifa . Saint-John of Acre (Akko) . Lake of Tiberiade . Golan wine . Nazareth . Bet She'an . The Dead Sea . The Kibbutz and the natural reserve of Ein Gedi . Massada . Neguev . Biblical animals . Eilat . Aerial views . Approach to Jerusalem. Director: Pierre Brouwers Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Alaska, "the continent" in the Inuit language: the land of grizzly bears, where we meet travelers, inhabitants and an airplane pilot who help us discover its surprising landscapes, between forests, fjords and volcanoes. Director: Laurent Cadoret Original Title: Somewhere on Earth: Alaska

00:00 From Venice to Eastern Turkey 51:26 Through Iran 01:41:40 From Afghanistan to China 02:31:57 Through China Marco Polo Reloaded re-travels the Silk Road on the tracks of its most well-known voyager: the mediaeval traveler and writer Marco Polo. Four road movie style-documentaries imagine the past and show today's reality, in countries like Turkey, Israel, Syria, Iran, Afghanistan, the Central Asian Republics and China. The films show what is happening if one re-travels Marco Polo's journey again, 700 years after him, his book in mind ("reloaded"), overland, by means of local transport, covering the ancient trade-route on its entire length from Venice to Beijing. We accompany a travel writer on a mission: Bradley Mayhew, 40, born in England, living in the US, is a senior writer for Lonely Planet Publications. He is researching a book on the Silk Road and its legendary voyager. Marco Polo Reloaded shows Bradley at work. He researches, takes notes and pictures, he collects content and experiences. "Curiosity and discovery" is his attitude. He travels by bus, truck or train through oriental cities, inhospitable mountains and forbidding deserts. We wander bazaars and hop dirty bars, we marvel at palaces and wait with him at dusty train stations. We meet people on the road and share their stories. Some cities, Marco Polo passed through 700 years ago, do no longer exist, others have been ultimately altered by modernity, again others still breathe the Orient. Today as in Marco Polo's times some areas are off-limits, dangerous, ridden by crisis or war and the traveler is forced detours. Travelling the Silk Road today is as exciting and adventurous as it was in Marco Polo's time. It is undoubted that Marco Polo travelled East. But did he really reach China? Was he really close to Kublai Khan, as his book suggests? Some historians are doubtful. The films will moderately address these questions, without giving a final answer, of course. Director : Rolf Lambert, Bernd Girrbach Cast : Bradley Mayhew

The Eleonora's falcon migrates thousands of miles in a journey that triggers puzzles which scientists are still trying to understand. Director: Alexis de Favitski Writers: Marianne JestazSarah Laine Stars: Philomène Bon, Ugo Mellone, Ousmane Sanesoko Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

It's a multi-million dollar industry, hiding suffering. From Paris Fashion Week to backroom boutiques, we investigate the hidden side of luxury. Director: Zoe de Bussierre

Namibia has the third highest levels of income inequality in the world. 6% of the population own 70% of the land and here, the wounds of German Colonisation run deep. Between 1904 -1908, the Germans established concentration camps where the indigenous Herero and Nama people were interned. Up to 80% of them died in what Germany later recognised as the first genocide of the 20th Century. While the descendants of these victims, like Karvita, live on illegal settlements in constant fear of eviction, the descendants of these colonists continue to own most of the land and have no problem justifying their inheritance. Most of Namibia’s vast natural resources are owned or controlled by foreigners. The diamond industry is dominated by DeBeers and the ruling Swapo party, widely seen as corrupt, is propped up by its historic ally: China. The construction and uranium industries are controlled by the Chinese and documents leaked in 2021 revealed that North Korea was illegally subcontracted to build the country’s State House. Most of the country is sparsely populated, enabling nature to flourish. It’s home to one to one of the greatest wildlife populations in the world, including the only free roaming black rhinos. But these animals are constantly threatened by Chinese mafia while global warming is increasing desertification, threatening indigenous communities. Director: Esther Goldmann

Taiwan is one of the most advanced democracies in the world. It’s also one of the most threatened. Despite being one of the world’s leading economies, having its own president, government, flag and anthem, no country recognises it. The problem is that China has always considered Taiwan to be one of its own provinces. Even today, President Xi Jinping does not rule out using force to claim it back. But what’s different now is that both sides seem to be becoming more militant… For decades, the majority of people in Taiwan wanted nothing to change. They were careful to avoid offending China while enjoying the freedoms and lifestyle of not living under a dictatorship. Wayne is one of those Taiwanese people who wants this status quo to continue. His business depends on China but he doesn’t want reunification. “Everyone knows it, Taiwan is an independent country… but you don’t have to shout it from the rooftops, that’s all…”. But since the 2014 Sunflower movement, a majority of young people are increasingly demonstrating for independence, even if it means China cracking down. Having seen what happened in Hong Kong, they believe they need to be more proactive. “We are a democratic and free country. Whereas they are an authoritarian country … we must oppose China and become independent.” explains Roy. On the other side CUPP, an extremist pro-Chinese party, is actively pushing for reunification. Founded by a mafia gang leader, members have been convicted for attacking and harassing independence supporters. Today the Taiwanese are at a turning point in their history. Will the de facto independence of their country become official? Or will Beijing do everything in their power to annex the small island? Director: Bruno Gex

It was the highest building constructed during the Middle Ages and is an architectural masterpiece. Built over hundreds of years, between 1176 – 1439, Strasbourg Cathedral is radically different from any other Cathedral. It built using new technologies and according to principles never tested before. For the first time, the researchers were able to trace in 3D the incredible history of this project. They reveal how the builders were able to defy the laws of physics to build higher and higher and explain the importance of iron in this stone cathedral. Director: Lionel Langdale Original Title: Extreme Constructions: The Secrets of Strasbourg Cathedral

This land rich in history embodies all the magic of India. Located in the North of India, it is the ancestral land of the maharajas. We go to meet inhabitants and travelers of this isolated state between plains and mountains. Director: Laurent Cadoret Original Title: Somewhere on Earth: Rajasthan

Una giornata nella vita di Giovanni Granati, un falconiere italiano e addestratore di animali selvatici che vive nella campagna incontaminata dell'Abruzzo, insieme ai suoi falchi, aquile, lupi e altre incredibili creature. Regista: Lara Celenza

In the far west of the Sahara lies Mauritania. Ten years ago, this country was a busy crossing for migrants from West Africa to the Canary Islands, but since the Spanish coast guard have taken up patrols, no one has gotten through. Mauritania is one of those countries that has managed to escape the attention of the world press. A country of sand where the first cities were not built until the 1960s, but urbanisation has brought many desert customs to the city. Notorious is the habit of force-feeding young girls with camel milk and breadcrumbs dipped in olive oil, a banned custom intended to make them more attractive on the marriage market. It turns out that there is much more happening in Mauritania that they would rather hide. Directors: David Kleijwegt & Erik van Empel

Sixty years of producing standardized fruit and vegetables and creating industrial hybrids have had a dramatic impact on their nutritional content. In the past 50 years, vegetables have lost 27% of their vitamin C and nearly half of their iron. Take the tomato. Through multiple hybridizations, scientists are constantly producing redder, smoother, firmer fruit. But in the process, it has lost a quarter of its calcium and more than half of its vitamins. The seeds that produce the fruits and vegetables we consume are now the property of a handful of multinationals, like Bayer, and Dow-Dupont, who own them. These multinationals have their seeds produced predominantly in India, where workers are paid just a handful of rupees while the company has a turnover of more than 2 billion euros. A globalized business where the seed sells for more than gold. According to FAO, worldwide, 75% of the cultivated varieties have disappeared in the past 100 years. Loss of nutrients, privatization of life, We reveal the industrialists’ great monopoly over our fruit and veg. Director: Linda Bendali

Half of Latin American countries number among the top economies in the world to do business in, and for many the continent is an investor’s paradise. Why should we keep an eye on Latin America, and which changes are taking place there right now? As the backbone of South America – some 7000 kilometers long and passing through seven countries – the Andes mountain range is a good place to ask that question. 00:00 The Man-eating Mountain Stef Biemans travels the ridge of the Andes and wonders how South Americans are doing in Potosí, the highest city in the world, and once one of its richest, but also one where life can be short. In the mining town of Potosí, capitalism was born, as it were. Here, the first coin was struck using silver from the mine of the ‘rich mountain’, which is still in use. So much silver has been extracted from this imposing mountain, you could use it to build a bridge to Spain. But you could also build a bridge out of the bones of dead miners and slaves. On average, miners only make it to the age of 45. 25:44 The Skyscraper of Santiago In the Chilean capital of Santiago, Stef visits South America’s highest skyscraper. It was once built as a symbol of progress, but now the tower represents the dark side to that success story: record depression and suicide rates. The highest tower in South America rises out of the Santiago smog, a symbol of the strong neoliberal economic system. But almost every month, someone jumps off of it. Nowhere else are depression rates as high as in this city of remarkable economic prosperity. In and around this skyscraper, Stef tries to find out where it all went wrong. What are the prerequisites for success and how do people survive in the smog of neoliberalism? 51:12 El Paraíso Technológico Stef travels to Argentina’s southernmost tip Ushuaia, and discovers an impressive electronics industry among the penguins. Since it’s become known that there are jobs to be had in Tierra del Fuego, the capital of Ushuaia draws countless South American fortune seekers. What is this growth doing to the mountains surrounding the town? Terra del Fuego is the new migrant’s paradise of South America. Since word’s gotten out that on the southern tip of the continent you can easily find work in an Argentinian electronics plant, the city has boomed. The Argentinian government has declared the area a tax free zone and companies have flooded in with smartphone and television factorys. Growth is so rapid here, that it feels like a threat to many people; what is the impact on the nature of the surrounding mountains and its biodiversity? In Tierra del Fuego, Charles Darwin studied man and animal, and discovered the principles of his theory of evolution. Can modern-day inhabitants adapt to these changes? 01:16:17 Eternal life In Ecuador, Stef Biemans visits the valley of eternal life – where the high life expectancy of its inhabitants has astonished observers – and investigates its finite nature. What do spry centenarians in Ecuador right below the equator do in order to stay healthy, what provisions are there for them should they fall ill, and how do South Americans deal with their elderly? The Vilcabamba valley in Ecuador is known for its healthy old people. The fit old man who interrupts his work in the field to firmly shake Stef Biemans’ hand shows an official proof of identity with a 1913 birthdate. A little bit later, he lets his hips do the talking when he’s dancing. Others in the valley also dance, but it doesn’t mean they’re all happy. An 89-year-old woman says she’d like for it to be over. ‘God is keeping me alive. I’m waiting for my time to come.’ A voluntary ending to this earthly life is so unthinkable, Biemans is afraid to even broach the subject. 01:41:28 My Mother-in-Law stayed at home In this episode, we look at the role of the mother-in-law, because Latino’s tend to talk about them rather a lot. In Latin America, folk tales, songs, novels and soap operas are not complete without a distrustful mother-in-law. Why is that, he wonders? And has the role of the mother-in-law changed, now the economy is booming and whole families don’t have to live under one roof anymore? Or are mothers-in-law still as picky and meddlesome as Latino men would have us believe? Maybe they have good reason to be so, because men aren’t always gentle with their women. 02:05:50 The Mother of Colombia In the final episode of the series, we journey down the Magdalena River, which originates in the Andes and ends in the Caribbean Sea. This is the most hopeful period in Colombia’s history: the peace treaty has been signed, and the country looks towards the future as new roads and bridges are being constructed. At the same time, the Magdalena River, also known as the mother of the country, still means a lot to inhabitants. What will progress destroy?

In late 1934, a bright green locomotive, the Flying Scotsman, made history and became the most famous steam train in the world. In this richly illustrated documentary, we find out how it came to be, and what happened to it once it passed into private ownership. Featuring interviews from Alan Pelger, Sir William McAlpine and the engineers who help keep the magnificent machine running today. Directed by Bruce Vigar

It is one of the greenest countries in the world, in the heart of Latin America. Suriname in the Amazon is the land of illegal gold prospectors, but also a gold mine of biodiversity. Director: Laurent Cadoret Original Title: Somewhere on Earth: Suriname

Between ancestral heroes and legendary monsters, Scottish myths are numerous and mysterious. How to know which ones are real? Directed and narrated by Liam Dale Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Coke vs Pepsi: a duel between giants which has lasted for more than a century, at a cost of billions of dollars. Pepsi vs Coke: a hundred-years-war with unparalleled socio-economic stakes, countless victims, spies, underhand manoeuvres, truces and renewed attacks. Coke vs Pepsi: a war of raging thirsts opposing two ultra-rich multinationals determined to dominate the world's drinks business. Directors: Nicolas Glimois, Thomas Risch, Christophe Weber

Never in all its history has America been so obese. Despite repeated government efforts to encourage the population to slim down, the obesity rates just keep climbing. 160 million Americans are severely overweight. Faced with this staggering figure, healthcare professionals are trying to find new, more efficient and more aggressive treatments for this illness… We meet Casey, one of the few people whose weight has become a matter of life and death, and travel to Arizona to see an innovative new academy helping young girls learn healthy habits and slim down. Despite the rising obesity crisis, a new movement is shaking up the United States: body positivity. Through lucrative social media accounts, popular magazine covers and even successful ‘Miss Plus’ beauty pageants, overweight Americans are learning to flaunt their curves and love themselves no matter their size. Director: Edward Haywood

Just as elite sportsmen yearn for Olympic gold, a special breed of mental athlete is obsessed by one all-consuming desire – to become the Pentamind World Champion. The Mind Sports Olympiad (MSO) is a tournament that showcases the largely ignored world of mental sports. The eight-day event, combines fifty disciplines from Chess, Poker and Backgammon, to family favourites like Scrabble and Monopoly, and lesser-known gems like ‘Entropy’, and ‘Catan’. Pentamind follows five of the most decorated mind sports all-rounders to this year’s Olympiad. In a nail-biting story of quirky but cut-throat competition, it tells the tale of this fiendish contest, while exploring the heady world of competitive board gaming, and the spell it casts over those who compete for love and glory.

The daily life of these soldiers, from the training center in Castelnaudry to training courses in Africa and Latin America... Director: Jean-Baptiste Gallot

Marvin Musquin is a modern-day gladiator. This young Frenchman, double world motocross champion, tames his machine to the cheers of the crowd and constantly risks his life. Very quickly, this prodigy won the hearts and respect of Americans. But he didn't want to stop there. Like a true gladiator, Marvin likes to scare himself and face difficult monsters. After being on the podium several dozen times in the 250 cubic centimeter category, the Frenchy decided to take a decisive step: competing in the higher category, in 450 cubic centimeters. An incredible challenge to take on! Nan Feix, a talented director and himself a motorcycle enthusiast, wanted to film this passage in the premier category of motocross. Usually, it is impossible to follow a champion behind the scenes like this. Nah, he succeeded. His camera, sensitive, precise, his piercing but never intrusive gaze slips into the intimacy of this high-level athlete. For several days, he follows him, from training to the Anaheim Supercross in California, also telling the story of the life that Marvin leads at 100 miles per hour with his partner, who allows him to transcend the challenges. For 52 minutes, he shares with the public the doubts, the apprehensions of the young champion and his rage to climb once again, despite the difficulties, to the highest step of the podium. A documentary that will appeal to motocross fans and those who have never heard of it. Enter the arena! Directors: Nan Feix

After the rise of China’s power in Africa, are we on the verge of seeing a Chinese Arctic? With global warming affecting the poles more rapidly than the rest of the planet, ice is melting at an accelerated rate. Over the past decade, Shanghai has invested more than five billion euros to protect itself from rising waters. But with the melting ice comes new opportunities. New shipping routes, mining provinces and fishing grounds are opening up. Director: Olivier Truc

Peru, a country that remains surrounded by mysteries, despite all the discoveries made by adventurers and explorers over the centuries. Disappeared civilizations took many secrets with them. Head to the Andes and volcanoes to discover the mysteries of this Latin American country. Director: Anne Viry-Babel Original Title: Somewhere on Earth: Peru

Documentary filmmaker Rupert Murray examines the devastating effect that overfishing has had on the world's fish populations and argues that drastic action must be taken to reverse these trends. ​The End of the Line, the first major feature documentary film revealing the impact of overfishing on our oceans. Filmed over two years, we see firsthand the effects of our global love affair with fish as food. The film examines the imminent extinction of blue fin tuna, brought on by increasing western demand for sushi; the impact on marine life resulting in huge overpopulation of jellyfish; and the profound implications of a future world with no fish, that would bring certain mass starvation. Director: Rupert Murray Original Title: The End of the Line: The Destruction of our Seas

From Catherine the Great (1729 – 1796) up until the last Russian Empress all the ‘Russian’ Tsarinas were, in fact, German. This was not because the path of true love led them straight to Petrograd, but the result of European power play at the highest level. Splendour and Misery of the Last Tsarinas, starting with Princess Charlotte (1798 – 1860), tells the dramatic stories of these young women – torn between strategic marriages, the longing for true love and the shackles of European power politics. Director: Hannes Schuler

Japan operates on strict principles of balance and order, but it also has a repressive prison system, where inmates march to worksites attached by a cord, are not allowed to look at the guards in the eye, and must maintain absolute silence outside of scheduled leisure hours. Does this explain why the country has one of the lowest crime rates in the world? Director: Marie Linton

Learn how, after being brothers in arms during World War II, the Allies would soon become divided in peace. How did a post-war conference in Crimea lead to the Cold War? This is the story of a face-off that pitted the two most powerful men on the planet for eight years: Stalin, the leader of the Soviet Union, and Truman, the president of the United States. This confrontation held the world in suspense and led them to the cold war. When Truman came to power in the spring of 1945, with World War II still not over, the United States and the Soviet Union were allies and fought together against Nazi Germany. But, once Hitler was defeated, the antagonisms and ambitions put to sleep during the conflict resurfaced. In a few months, the positions froze and the two blocs stood against each other, irreconcilable... It was the beginning of the cold war. This film recounts this pivotal period in our history. A period of high tension, while the United States and the USSR acquired atomic weapons. Kennan "Long Telegram", Berlin blockade, Korean War... Until the death of Stalin in 1953, crises followed one another. Thanks to declassified archives, the exceptional testimonies of former spies and President Truman's grandson, we relive the story from the inside and understand how the terrible spiral of the Cold War was put in place. Episode 1: Yalta, the twilight of the big three https://youtu.be/eHRMm-8G5AQ Episode 2: The dawn of the cold war https://youtu.be/eHRMm-8G5AQ Direction: Emilie Lançon

Madonna is one of the biggest pop icons and the highest paid singer of all time. Discover the secrets of the inimitable singer in this documentary.

The big budget docudrama ‘Charlemagne’ recounts the dramatic, violent and bawdy life of the Middle Ages’ most important Emperor Charlemagne, aka Charles the Great, featuring elaborate battle scenes with hundreds of extras and excursions into the emperor’s most private life. The most powerful man in Europe at the time carved out an empire which comprised almost all of modern Europe and whose legacy reaches into our very day. Using the very latest in modern research, the film combines vivid live action with cutting-edge CGI and interviews with world-leading Charlemagne experts to bring this scintillating warrior-king to life. Charlemagne, who died 1200 years ago, is shown as a man of flesh and blood for the first time. 00:00 Battle for the Throne 50:52 War Against Saxons 01:38:07 Emperor of Europe Director: Gabriele Wengler

One of America’s largest cancer centers tested a non-patentable cancer therapy and found that it stopped the spread of cancer 80% of the time, and they were forced by the US Government and other cancer agencies to cover up their own positive results. This is that story, with a frontline whistleblower, documents, and never-before-seen footage showing this profound cover-up. Director: Eric Merola Original Title: Second Opinion: The Lie of America's War on Cancer

A hidden grave, in a corner of a cemetery in Kent, could hold the key to one of the biggest mysteries of the 20th Century. Questioning the 'official' story, of what happened to the ill-fated last Tsar of Russia and his immediate family. Director: Christopher Manoe Original Title: Larissa - The Lost Romanov?

In May 2016, the renowned elephant researcher Ian Redmond is unexpectedly attacked by an angry elephant in the middle of a Kenyan mountain forest. He survives and his injuries mostly heal. But what remains is the question: Why did the matriarch he calls Kali attack him? Since the 1980s, Ian Redmond has been researching an unusual and endangered elephant population in the Mount Elgon area. This population, of which the matriarch Kali is a member, consists of savannah elephants that have adapted to living in the mountain forests, where they are now isolated after humans took their surrounding habitat away from them. The animals seek out hidden caves at night to chisel mineral-rich volcanic rock off the walls with their tusks, thereby expanding these subterranean salt-mines into enormous chambers. This underground behaviour is unique among elephants. What is behind this mysterious mining activity of the animals? Ian Redmond desires nothing more than to meet Kali again. In his search of her, he comes closer to answering the question of why she attacked him and to uncovering the secrets of the cave elephants. Original Title: Ian Redmond - The Ally of the Cave Elephants Director: Brigitte Kornberger Cast: Ian Redmond

Welcome to the most prestigious champagne houses in France, such as Taittinger, Krug or Pol Roger. Director: Jacques Vichet

During her reign, the Queen has made some hard decisions, affecting relationships with those closest to her. Nevertheless, every decision she has made has always been guided by one principle: The Crown must come first. The film examines her role in the monarchy and her promotion of the UK abroad. Director: Robin Bextor Script: Robin Bextor Full documentary

00:00 7 wonders of the modern world 00:37 The Coliseum, Rome, Italy 08:41 San Cristobal of Las Casas, Colonial City, Chiapas, Mexico 15:58 The Historical Center of Lima, Peru 22:20 The Château of Villandry, France 29:38 The Temple of Kom Ombo, Luxor, Egypt 37:00 The Bund, Shanghai, China 44:23 The Temple of Ta Phrom, Angkor, Cambodia Director: Jacques Vichet

Five hardened criminals, One unique prison, in a ground-breaking observational documentary series, that will show you for the first time what prison is really like. Singapore’s Changi Prison is a concrete purgatory, spartan to the extreme. There are no beds, no pillows and no chairs in the cells. A shower is done stooping above a toilet hole. Humiliating strip searches are routine, as a matter of security. Yet, practiced in this prison are some of the most sophisticated methods to reform the hearts and minds of the most recalcitrant prisoners. So much so that Singapore’s reoffending rates are among the lowest globally. Yet even at those low rates, at least 1-in-5 inmates are back in jail within 2 years after their release. For the first time ever, six inmates, incarcerated multiple times and at least once at maximum security, agree to reveal their full identities, for our cameras to capture their lives behind bars, as they unfold. Will the regime in jail finally be enough for them to renounce a life of crime? Will this be their final stint in Changi Prison? 00:00 Episode 1 – Life in Lockdown How hard is life in prison? We explore the prison regime through the eyes of officers and inmates in Changi’s Maximum-security prison. How does an inmate live in a single-man cell? In this first episode, we enter a world behind bars to meet the inmates. We follow Graceson, a gangster who manages to get himself a new tattoo in prison and is duly caned for it; Khai, a professional skateboarder who is just coming to terms with the loss of his career; Rusdi who is counting down to his release in 50 days using packets of snacks; And Boon Keng gets into trouble for keeping origami in his cell during a cell search. 45:30 Episode 2 – Keeping Bonds Beyond Bars An inmate sentenced to maximum security prison has nothing more to lose. Or so some would think. But losing one’s freedom is nothing compared to losing one’s family. We follow the residents of maximum security as they try to hang on to their relationships while in lockdown. Boon Keng attempts to reconnect with a daughter that he has not seen in years. Graceson’s tough persona unravels when his wife stops coming to visit him. Iskandar comes to terms with saying goodbye to his family as a death sentence looms over his drug trafficking charge. 01:30:58 Episode 3 – Breaking Bad Habits Life in maximum security is predictable. It’s rules, routines and rigor. No questions asked. No choices given. But what happens when inmates step out into a world where they’re free to make decisions? Desperate to break his cycle of reoffending, Boon Keng takes matters into his own hands and seeks to confront his greatest obstacle. After being given a new lease of life, Iskandar grasps an opportunity he neglected in his childhood. Rusdi’s loved ones try to dissuade him from returning to a career that sent him on a downward spiral. Under the supervision of psychologists, Khai revisits his dark past. 02:16:52 Episode 4 – Road To Freedom In the finale, our inmates try to ready themselves for their eventual return to the real world beyond the gates of Changi Prison. Graceson seeks help from a psychologist to prepare him for a call with his daughter, whom he has not spoken to for a year. Khai takes another step in managing his emotions, by counselling other inmates in managing theirs. Boon Keng is granted an interview for a programme that would see him serving the last third of his sentence in the community, but will he be able to convince his interviewers that he will not return to drugs? After 20 years, Iskandar is taking his ‘O’ levels again, how will he fare this time? Rusdi’s will be released in a matter of days; will he be able to stay out of trouble, and get released as scheduled?

Throughout our history, humanity has demonstrated great imagination and creativity in its conception of a modern army. Technology has enabled the development of numerous army vehicles, deployed to attack, defend and support troops on the ground. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

After turning his life around, Sensei EJ creates Warriors Karate Academy in the basement of Greater Glory Ministries in Columbus, Ohio. A summer school is created, and the school quickly grows outside the church and becomes involved in the community. After money struggles, location changes and other obstacles, including failing to make it to Nationals, the school fights back, overcoming every obstacle in their way. They go from a church basement to every news station and radio station in the city, on National Teams, and even fighting for the United States outside the country. Director: Ellis Jennings Jr. Original Title: EJs Warriors

Pioneers of a new kind of Polling that combine the breadth of data found on social media with the power of artificial intelligence, claim to be able to accurately predict voter behaviour, among other things. If this is true, does this give politicians the intel they need to respond to voters needs, or will this data be misused to mislead us – either by our own governments, or those of our adversaries? Director: Peter Gombos Original Title: Margin of Error: AI, Polling and Elections

In the heart of the two largest powder producing countries on the planet, the police are fighting against dangerous traffickers. From Peru to Afghanistan, special forces fight in extreme conditions. Directors: Pascal CARRON, Jean BOURBONNAIS

Thirty million years ago a new group of creatures appeared on planet Earth: the great apes. From their ranks arose one family, gifted with exceptional skills: our protagonists. This family would change the face of our world forever. Here, for the very first time in television history, is the saga of our origins, told through the story of one single family - an epic journey upon which the latest scientific discoveries shine an exciting new light. DIRECTOR: Jérôme Guiot, Frédéric Fougea 0:00 Evolution of early human ancestors, their extraordinary abilities, and the quest to discover the first man. 7:20 Empathy and societal structure impact a young man's situation. Pierolas' revolutionary nesting invention challenges sleep norms. 14:21 Exploration of ancestral environment, new relaxation behavior, and wildlife threat detection. 21:31 Earth's Great Migration and Climate Change 29:11 Primal bonding and intimacy between early humans 40:54 Exploring the impact of death on humanity and evolution over millions of years. 46:39 Early humans brave new challenges and discover valuable food sources in the wild. 55:36 Struggle for dominance in a new territory, driven by the need to survive and thrive. 1:04:01 Human migration from Africa to Asia and beyond, driven by a pioneering spirit and physical adaptations. 1:12:21 Discovery of Cooking and its Impact on Human Evolution 1:24:22 The Evolution of Early Humans and Their Diverse Adaptations

The Great Pyramids of Giza. Of all the monumental remains left to us by the ancient Egyptians, the three great pyramids of Giza are both the most impressive and the most emblematic of this civilization. Giza are both the most impressive and the most emblematic of this civilization. Director: Jacques Vichet

John Pilger's documentary, The Dirty War on the NHS, goes to the heart of the struggle for democracy today, he says. Britain National Health Service, the NHS, was the world's first universal public health service. Designed to give millions of people freedom from fear, the NHS today is under threat of being sold off and converted to a free market model inspired by America's disastrous health insurance system, which results in the death every year of an estimated 45,000 people. President Trump said the NHS is on the table in any future trade deal with America. Filmed in Britain and the United States, this timely, compelling documentary touches us all and reveals what may be the last battle to preserve the most fundamental human right. Director: John Pilger Original Title: The Dirty War on the NHS

Art historian and filmmaker Sundaram Tagore travels in the footsteps of Louis Kahn to discover how the famed American architect built a daringly modern and monumental parliamentary complex in war-torn Bangladesh. Director: Sundaram Tagore Original Title: Louis Kahn's Tiger City

In Thailand, Katoeys are transsexuals and transvestites: born male, they live their lives as women. Very media-oriented, they are also called ladyboys and are very popular. Director: Stéphane RODRIGUEZ

The world’s supply of food becomes more and more imbalanced. One billion people are starving and every second a child dies of hunger and its consequences. At the same time, the world’s food production is at its peak level, and the demand for meat is growing not only in the industrial world. How can it be that up to 30% of the world’s harvest is ruined by plant diseases and pests, and less than half our harvest ends up on our plate? This film reveals the causes and impacts of this imbalance and tries to find solutions how we can get prepared to feed up to nine billion people in the next 35 years. Director: Ute de Groot

The Internet is invading all aspects of your life. No longer confined to your computer or your phone, the Internet is now in garbage cans, refrigerators, and the infrastructure of our cities. With the connecting of the physical world into the “Internet of Things”, the stakes have been raised – it’s no longer just the abstractions of cyberspace that are spinning out of control, but instead our homes, our bodies and our cities that are being transformed. The future will either be a surveillance nightmare or an eco-utopia, the outcome determined by start-ups in Silicon Valley and Shenzhen. Director: Brett Gaylor Original Title: The Internet of Everything

Karl Marx was many things: philosopher, journalist, economist and historian. In many ways, he was a modern renaissance man. His revolutionary ideas, though, are his legacy. They have literally changed the world. His far-reaching analyses and theories have inspired millions of people to become politically active. 2018 marks the 200th anniversary of his birthday. After the collapse of many socialist regimes, Marx seemingly became less popular. But when the big financial crisis hit in 2008, his ideas re-emerged in many places: at universities, conventions, cultural television programs, even in churches. 200 years after his birth, Marx’s beliefs aren’t forgotten. We uncover the developments in society that were actually inspired by Marx – and there are many. From the Russian Revolution, the founding of the German socialist party, the long trek of Mao Zedong in China, the implementation of socialism in all of Eastern Europe after World War II, to the revolutionary movements in Latin America and Cuba. Karl Marx might be the most influential thinker of all time. Director : Peter Dörfler

As the role of American women in uniform brings them continually closer to combat operations and the nature of modern war blurs the difference between front and rear operations, many returning women veterans are confronted with challenges during deployment which may change the way they return to life at home. When women veterans return from tour, they are faced with the challenge of re-adapting to life at home while dealing with issues such as PTSD, physical disabilities, anxiety attacks, homelessness, and disenfranchised families. HOMECOMING has these women speak for themselves about their trials and tribulations, their hopes and dreams, their frustrations and achievements. HOMECOMING tells the stories of these women veterans’ wives and mothers as they navigate the new battlefield...THE HOME-FRONT. These “home” war stories will resonate for years to come. Does the system support them? How is it different from what the men face? Do they serve another deployment? How do they stay in touch with their team that is still serving? The purpose of this documentary is to highlight women whose bond and spirit will not be broken. They aren’t broken; they are heroes. We want a grateful America to understand how to best appreciate and help these women warriors. These women have extraordinary discipline, courage, and capacity - that’s what we can focus on. Director: Roxanne Messina Captor

00:00 7 wonders of the world 00:37 The Eiffel Tower, Paris, France 08:03 The Temple Denderah, Luxor, Egypt 15:13 Palenque, Maya City, Mexico 22:06 Victoria Peak, Hong Kong, China 29:19 The Historical Center of Hoi Han, Vietnam 35:48 The Temple of Hampi, Hindu City, Goa, India 43:18 The Sacré-Cœur Basilica, Paris, France Director: Jacques Vichet

The definitive profile of one of the world’s most popular living artists. Botero is a poetic behind-the-scenes chronicle of the life and art of Fernando Botero, an intensely private painter and sculptor. Viewers will be inspired to see Botero’s commitment to a unique artistic vision power his rise from provincial Colombia to become “the Maestro,” still active in his studio at 86 years old. The film was shot in 10 cities in China, Colombia, France, Italy, Monaco and the United States. Director: Don Millar

Can magic mushrooms cure depression? Over two years, we follow the first ever medical trial of psilocybin (the psychoactive ingredient in magic mushrooms) being used to treat a group of volunteers suffering from clinical depression. With deeply moving footage of the ‘trips’ the patients go on, as well as interviews providing scientific and political context, this intimate film is an absorbing portrait of the human cost of depression, and the inspirational people contributing to ground-breaking psychedelic research.

Victim of a terrible famine in the early 1960s that killed nearly 20 million people, China is now facing a new scourge: obesity. 100 million Chinese people are overweight. Although it is a disease particularly prevalent among adolescents, affecting 20% of boys and 10% of girls, even babies are being born at more than six kilos. A phenomenon never before seen in the country’s history. Expansion and economic growth have changed the lifestyles of Chinese people, who are now consuming more and more Western-style food. Traditional Chinese food, which is generally quite healthy, has been replaced by “junk food” and the portions have doubled or even tripled. The overconsumption of fat and sugar coupled with sedentary lifestyles and the one-child policy have caused rates of obesity to skyrocket. The Chinese authorities are tackling this epidemic with former prison camps for overweight people run by soldiers. Television shows, smartphone applications, doctors and nutritionists are encouraging the entire nation to get into shape. In this documentary, we visit China to explain why obesity rates are rising, and how weight loss has become a national issue. How has China progressed from a starving country at the beginning of the 21st century to having one of the highest obesity rates in the world? Director: Gwenlaouen Le Gouil

In America, lobby groups, corporations and billionaires invest millions of dollars to ensure that the ‘right’ candidate wins elections. It affects everything from the selection of local officials to presidential elections and creates countless conflicts of interest, undermining what used to be a model democracy. And it has a serious impact on people’s daily lives. Drug prices are the highest in the world. Tax rates for the wealthy have fallen. Climate change is being denied. The impunity and extent of this is staggering. For many, this is nothing less than “legal corruption”. Today, America “is just an oligarchy with unlimited political bribery”, said former president Jimmy Carter himself. Rules seem to have been designed to be bypassed, supposedly impartial judges are elected with the help of hundreds of thousands, if not millions of dollars. We follow candidates on the field during the electoral process and hear from people whose lives have been directly affected. Director: Sylvain Pak

The current refugee crisis has caused a reaction across the world. As their home countries have become increasingly unlivable, hundreds of thousands from Afghanistan, Pakistan, Syria and Eritrea choose to undergo a difficult journey, leaving their families and old lives behind, in search of basic safety and freedom. In some cases, the mobile phone fulfilled the role of a constant companion and became a quintessential tool to facilitate one’s escape. This has lead many to document their experiences. Refugees are no longer mere faceless subjects of news reports - they are sharing their experiences over social media. Thousands of clips, recorded on mobile phones, are uploaded online and depict the happenings much more viscerally than a classic documentary ever could. Director: Elke Sasse Original Title: #MyEscape

With Britain no longer standing alone against Hitler, the initial contingent of G.l.s landed in the UK, seizing the opportunity created by the Japanese surprise assault on Pearl Harbor. Witnessing the fall of Singapore, the Allies recoiled in dismay as Japan extended its dominion over Java, Burma, and New Guinea, steadily advancing towards Australia. Produced and narrated by Liam Dale

How is it to be homeless in one of the World's Richest Country, where to sleep and what to eat? Poverty is almost the same tragic situation in rich California and the poorest Appalachian region. Director: Sébastien Gilles

He survived falling off a mountain peak, a helicopter crash and a Taliban ambush in Afghanistan. Now, he’s facing his toughest challenge. Former army officer, war reporter and extreme adventurer, Géraud Burin des Rosiers, leads us into the most hostile environments, to meet the last tribes on the planet. In this first episode, he goes to the Amazon, on the border of Ecuador and Peru, in search of the Huaorani Indians. With them, he hunts crocodiles with his bare hands, steals honey from angry bees, learns shamanic rites and drinks a hallucinogenic potion of ayahuasca to transform into a jaguar. Animated by survival instinct , he plunges his bare hands into a hornet’s nest and faces the coral snake, the most dangerous in the world. Director: Géraud Burin des Rosiers

Documentary in which Reggie Yates heads to Ghana to live on one of the largest electronic waste dumps in the world - Accra's Agbogbloshie. Working with a group of burner boys, Reggie discovers what life is like for people who eke out a living on the site. Director: Samuel Wilkinson Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Number one in the cocaine market, earning more than 53 billion Euros a year, the Ndrangheta is the most powerful branch of the Italian mafia. Their members are enrolled young into this huge organization, seen as a family to whom you owe loyalty. From extortion to drug dealing, the Ndrangheta is involved in many businesses around the world. Heavily armed, the organization has a stranglehold on the Calabrian economy. We meet the rare and brave few that are fighting against the organisation and accompany the police on the raid of a port and the arrest of a ’Godfather’. A look at the Mafia which has a stranglehold on Southern Italy. Director: Clément Dudoue

A tribute to the bravery of those Americans who gave their all on D-Day. Follow in their footsteps and watch the events of the Normandy Invasion, taking you back in time to France, when America's finest laid down their lives for the good of mankind. Directed by Liam Dale Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Along the Nile Valley, north and south of Luxor, are three of the most remarkable sites in ancient Egypt: Denderah, an extraordinarily well-preserved site with deep crypts, Kom Ombo, or "Temple of the Two Deities," is divided into two parts. The Edfu Temple dedicated to Horus, the falcon god, is one of the best preserved temples in Egypt and the second largest sanctuary in Egypt after Karnak. Director: Jacques VICHET

National Route 5a bears the national designation merely in title. Describing the stretch that links Ambilobe in the northwest to Vohémar in the northeast would be an account of a 160 km pathway aptly coined as 'the track from hell.' Particularly challenging during the rainy months of January and February, this route transforms into a daunting obstacle course. What is typically a two to three-day journey can easily extend to more than 15 days, featuring ruts, mud pools, and sections too narrow for simultaneous passage of two trucks – a factor rendering it impractical for buses. Despite its arduous nature, RN 5 is the sole conduit to the vanilla coast along the Indian Ocean's edge. A considerable drawback for the entire Northern region, a key economic hub in the country, as the road's subpar condition hampers the transportation of vanilla and various minerals abundant in the area. The predicament with RN 5 arises from neglect in maintenance, with the road deteriorating progressively. This vital economic axis appears forgotten by the state, further compounded by the wear inflicted by large cargo vehicles, resulting in potholes and numerous deviations. The deplorable state of the road profoundly impacts life in the region; for instance, farmers resort to using dhows (boats) to transport their produce to ensure sales in the capital. Directors: Daniel Lainé, David Geoffrion

A mother and a daughter climb a mountain trying to cope with a past the mother has spent years suppressing. The daughter has a trauma implying her stepfather, and now she wants to understand why her mother didn’t notice. Director: Jette Bitten Glibstrup

He was one of the 19th century's most important revolutionaries, an architect of Italian unity and a popular ladies' man: Giuseppe Garibaldi. He was also a democrat who lived in a Marxist utopia but served the Italian king. He was a man who lived a life of exaggerated pathos, yet implemented tangible political measures; a man loved by the people despite his orders to open fire on farmers. Throughout his life, he proclaimed his great love for his first wife, yet remained a serial womanizer. Despite the many contradictions, Garibaldi enjoyed adoration and respect. Featuring interviews with his descendants, collectors and historians and visiting the most significant sites of his revolutionary activities, the film investigates the man who went from guerrilla fighter to national hero. Director : Martin Betz Cast : Carlo Olivazzi, Roberta Procida, Isabelle Tabachi, Manuel Damario, Arianna Cicci, Alessandra Carillo

Most people are in favour of donating -and receiving- organs, but very few people actually make the provisions necessary to donate leading to unimaginable suffering as those in need wait for years for an organ, with many dying before finding a donor as demand outstrips supply. With heartfelt stories, Dying to Live takes us into the worlds of those awaiting and going through organ transplants, and with penetrating insight explores the policy failures that allow this to happen. Finally, Dying to Live offers solutions to a very easily solvable crisis. Director: Richard Todd

Sanaa, in Yemen: this city is cut off from the world. In the last years, a terrible war has rendered it isolated. Millions of inhabitants are living under an embargo, in one of the most inaccessible places on the planet. Directors: Nicolas Jaillard & Guillaume Dasquié

Tour the “City of Lights” – Paris. See and learn the history of Notre Dame Cathedral with its Rose window, Conciergerie (where Marie Antoinette was imprisoned), the Louvre and its Glass Pyramid, Arc de Triomphe, Place de la Concorde, Champs Elysees, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Musee D’Orsay, Eiffel Tower, Ecole Militaire, Montmartre, Napoleon's Tomb, Sacre-Coeur, Opera Garnier and more. Produced and narrated by Liam Dale

Following the conflict in Ukraine and the subsequent sanctions imposed on Moscow, a significant number of yachts owned by Russian oligarchs have been confiscated across the globe. These opulent vessels, symbolizing immense affluence and influence, encompassing several valued at hundreds of millions of dollars, have drawn attention as environmental anomalies on the planet. The consumption of five hundred liters of fuel oil per hour by each yacht underscores their extravagant fuel appetite, signifying a substantial environmental concern. However, amidst this, some of these extravagant yachts have embraced eco-friendliness. Through novel applications, emerging technologies, and fresh destinations, there is a burgeoning exploration into the realm of yachting – a sector undergoing rapid transformation. Director: Laurent Delhomme Exploring the World of Opulent Superyachts: From Hidden Russian Oligarch Sanctuaries in Turkey to Luxurious Destinations in Saudi Arabia and Revolutionary Eco-Friendly Yachts in Poland

The Roof of Africa is home to the last of the world’s Ethiopian Wolves. They inhabit a unique place, which rises 4.000 meters into the sky. Here, sun and rain clouds battle for supremacy, icy winds twist their way through the leathery leaves of lobelia, and when the night brings frost, there is nothing that reminds you of the Africa most commonly known. This film tells the dramatic story of Megeti, a lone wolf who lost her pack and is suddenly left to fend for herself, wandering across the highlands on a quest to find a new home. It is vital for the young wolf to find a new family and this quest pushes her into foreign territory, occupied by cattle breeders and other wolves. Her attempts to be accepted into a new pack are risky, but the better hunting grounds and group protection are too tempting. Following Megeti’s daily efforts to connect with a new pack, the camera captures a variety of moments with depth and sensitivity, eventually arriving at the moment when the wolf’s perseverance is rewarded. However, the success story doesn’t last long and when an unwelcome guest arrives, the narrative takes a dramatic turn. Director: Yann Sochaczewski

00:00 In the extreme north of India, in the State of Kashmir, at an altitude of over 5,000 meters. 01:07 The large city of Manali 06:49 50 kilometers of hairpin bends on the edge of the ravine 13:49 The walking monk, a journey of 3,000 kilometers 19:59 The Rohtang Pass 26:48 Pashmina wool, the golden fiber 37:07 Leh, the capital of Ladakh 40:08 A driver died a violent death 44:30 The Hemis festival The region of Ladakh, nicknamed "Little Tibet". To travel to the rest of India, there is an air route, which normally operates in summer, but during winter, it is unpredictable. Most of the time, flights are delayed or cancelled. The only road that goes south, towards Manali and Delhi, along the Indus Valley, is impassable for more than nine months a year. The road passes through dizzying Himalayan passes, two of which rise over 5,000 meters high. It is one of the highest roads in the world and also one of the most dangerous. At this altitude, the slightest effort is terrible, and any weakness can be fatal... Adjay, a 40-year-old Indian driver, and Ali, his mechanic assistant, take this road to deliver tar. From the very first kilometers, they must face a very fragile bridge that cannot support more than the weight of their truck. This road is very busy. Cars, trucks, buses (first and second class), and sometimes even - in the good season - motorcycles and bicycles circulate amid breathtaking landscapes and... on the edge of equally vertiginous cliffs. Barely leaving Manali, in the State of Himachal Pradesh, the truck is head in the clouds: the first pass, Rohtang La, is at 3,977 meters. There is fog, the driver cannot see more than 10 meters ahead. There are ravines and slippery mud, making every turn extremely perilous. Hundreds of vehicles stuck block the road. On the rest of the road, it is impossible to pass each other. Each time, one of the vehicles must park so the other can pass slowly. There are parking spots every three to five hundred meters or so for a vehicle to park, but no one wants to give way first. Then begins the intimidation to see who will back down - it can last a long time. Then the high mountains, snow and cold and especially the lack of oxygen make driving more difficult... In Ladakh, there are also these nomads who migrate with their yaks and goats every month. They live at over 4,000 meters in extreme conditions. We also followed Tenzin, a Buddhist monk, who takes narrow paths on the sides of mountains, trying to reach Hemis, where each year the largest festival of sacred dances in Ladakh takes place...

Luxor, the capital of Upper Egypt, offers some unmissable wonders The Temple of Amun in Luxor, or Southern Opet, is dedicated to the worship of Amun. The entrance to the temple was built by Pharaoh Ramses 2 in the 13th century BC. In front of the towers, he had 6 statues representing him placed. The sanctuary itself, the residence of Amun, with its Hypostyle hall, have kept a good part of their slab cover. Director: Jacques VICHET

They are known as travelers, or gypsies. Spread out all over Britain, they live on the road, or away from the cities. Rejected, they are victimes of prejudices. Meet some gypsies from the communities in England. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Amazonia, a huge territory where life can be uncompromisingly difficult. In its dense forests and intricate water systems, riberinhos, or river dwellers, cross paths with the garimpeiros, gold hunters. Riberinhos eke out a living from the boats that ply the rivers. Paddling out to meet the river traffic in small homemade canoes, they risk death by trying to fasten onto the often fast-moving boats. Remarkably, many are children, aged as young as five, who try and sell jungle delicacies for a few pennies to passengers and crew. Often, their families depend on them to make ends meet. Jesse’s family, for example. The 14-year-old youngster learned how to swim and handle a canoe almost before he could walk. Jesse turned to crime, in a desperate attempt to escape grinding poverty, and was shot and killed by a crewmember on board a barge he was trying to rob. A moving insight into the misery and frustration of those whom society has virtually abandoned. Elsewhere in the jungle, a woodsman recently found a small nugget of gold at a place called Eldorado Do Juma. It sparked a frenzy of gold fever Brazil hadn’t witnessed for more than 30 years. Young and old, experienced prospectors and tyros, flocked in their thousands to this remote corner of Amazonia to seek their fortunes. With them came shops, restaurants, even brothels, as man’s desire for riches turned virgin jungle into a virtual battleground. Few have found gold, and the slum-like conditions in which more than 10,000 people now live is a festering breeding ground for malaria and violence.

Cryptopia: Bitcoin, Blockchains and the Future of the Internet takes a deep dive into the crypto ecosystem and blockchain technology to discover the good, the bad and the ugly of this controversial industry, its major narratives, conflicts and the major players behind it. Can blockchain technology be used to create a new, fairer, decentralised and uncensored web3.0 where we can control our data and protect our online identities? Or will the potential be squandered as mega corporations once again compete for dominance in this new field. Directors: Torsten Hoffmann, Michael Watchulonis

Charles Philip Arthur George, at the age of 74, was the longest-serving heir apparent before succeeding his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, to the throne. This brand-new documentary delves into the life of King Charles III, exploring the events and experiences that have shaped his character. The film covers his entire life, culminating in his coronation on May 6th, 2023, and features exclusive interviews with individuals who have known and worked with him. This documentary is a definitive portrayal of the King’s life. Robin Bextor (Director)

The advent of the mobile phone marked a transformative turning point in our lives. Within a mere few decades, we transitioned from a static, ponderous world where individuals were tethered to specific locations and relied on unwieldy, immobile devices to interact with the world. The shift into the fully mobile, perpetually connected realm that we now consider the norm transpired at a remarkable pace. Yet, the question remains: What were the driving forces behind this remarkable transformation? Director: MAGNUS SJÖSTRÖM

While African Americans face a higher likelihood of living in poverty compared to other ethnic groups, the United States is also home to the largest cohort of affluent and highly successful Black individuals worldwide. Today, 1 in 50 African American families are millionaires, constituting a burgeoning 'black elite.' Renowned property developer Don Peebles stands among the wealthiest and most influential businessmen in America, earning the moniker 'Black Trump' with an estimated net worth of 700 million dollars. In Atlanta, Georgia, this emerging black bourgeoisie has ascended to positions of influence. Meanwhile, in Texas, Psyche Terry and her husband have built a cosmetic empire, becoming sought-after figures in Dallas's social scene. Concurrently, the 'buy black' movement is fostering community businesses, and a black-owned alternative to Amazon has emerged.

It became Britain's most celebrated bomber of World War II. The Lancaster served in the later half of the war, and became famous for its part of the some the most daring missions ever attempted. Today, only a few operational Lancasters remain. Produced and narrated by Liam Dale. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Drag Kids is an intimate journey into the lives of four child drag queens from around the world. Stephan, Jason, Bracken and Nemis have never met, but they’re united by a shared passion for drag, and they’re about to come together for_x000b_ the first time – to perform Lady Gaga’s ‘Born This Way’ at the world-famous Montreal Pride Festival. As they prepare for the big show, each faces their own unique challenges, as well as challenges they have in common - deep feelings of isolation and the struggle of trying to claim a place of your own on the fringes of a fringe culture. Director: Megan Wennberg

An intimate look at life inside the Jewish settlements in the West Bank. Director: Shimon Dotan

The Incas did not leave any written word. The only testimony comes from the first conquistadores who collected the natives’ tales. Successors, among others, to brilliant civilisations preceding them, the Incas were originally a small tribe from the Quechua region on the bank of Lake Titicaca, between Peru and Bolivia. They are part of a confederation of several groups, occupying at first a subordinate rank. The confederation relied on two clans, the Hanan detaining political power, and the Hurin, the military power of which the Incas were part of. This shared power explains the Inca group’s rise to power by force. It is only in during the mid-14th century that the Incas create a state bearing their name. Cuzco was the Inca capital for a long time, being the crossroads of the trans-Andean economical axis. It died down when economical activity turned towards Lima. Machu Pichu is the ancient Inca city, dating back to the 15th century, perched on a rocky headland on the eastern central Andes. Listed since 1983 on the UNESCO’s world heritage sites, it is also one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Looking at the Incas’ daily lives, their rites and religious cults, we will explore the mystery and legends of this lost civilisation. Why human sacrifices, why gold is the Inca’s symbolic metal, why worship the Sun? In this documentary we will attempt to solve these questions, with the help of experts on Latin America: Jean-Francois Bouchard, Patrice Lecoq and Carmen Bernand. Directed by Jacques VICHET

A look at how Israeli prisons have become the breeding ground for the next generation of Palestinian leaders as well as the birth place of future terrorist threats. Director: Shimon Dotan Languages: Hebrew, Arabic, English

This documentary series captures the experiences of the last deep coal miners in British history. With exclusive access to Kellingley Colliery in North Yorkshire, we travel over 800 meters underground to follow the men of the mine as their careers end and their way of life becomes extinct. This series was filmed over the last five weeks before the last mine in the UK closed, and all of its 450 workers lost their jobs. Following characters from young to old, miner to management, we see how they survived the end of their proud industry with an uncertain future beyond the pit. Revealing a hidden world of life at the coalface, the strength of a band of brothers with global pressures pushing them to their limits, this is the first all-access film on modern mining - and the last. Episode 1 00:00 Documentary following the workers at the last deep coal mine in Britain. As preparations are made to close the mine for good, mechanical breakdowns put the team behind schedule. Episode 2 55:35 Documentary following the workers at the last deep coal mine in Britain. The machines are switched off for the last time, and emotions are running high as the workers say goodbye.

For the majority of students, Shakespeare is real torture, alongside mathematics! But of course, the genius of the greatest dramatist has much to offer to those who have the courage to study it. Produced and narrated by Liam Dale Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

It's a star known to everyone. His art looks like nothing that has ever been painted. His paintings changed art forever, and is now considered as a starting point of modern art. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Blame Game investigates the murky world of global electronic waste disposal, where legal grey areas, a lack of investment in recycling, unscrupulous businesses and politicised application of the existing laws lead to wasted opportunities, environmental degradation and for the people of Agbogbloshie – hellish living conditions in a toxic dumping ground. Directors: Albert Julià, Juan Solera

Behind Closed Doors: A film about corruption in high places and those who enable it. Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) are people who hold a public function and as a result present higher risks of being involved in bribery or corruption. Offshore leaks have revealed repeatedly that PEPs use British finance and British offshore jurisdictions to launder their wealth, hide their wealth and re-invest that wealth back into the global financial system. London is the place where they buy property, where they take legal action against their critics and where they live when they fall from grace. But what happens when a developing country fights back and attempts to get Britain to return the money that it claims has been stolen? Director : Michael Oswald

The Malian crisis is a story of failure, a failure of the state, but also of the international community. Mali's existence is now threatened. How did it come to this? Director: Jean Crépu

Winter casts a very special, magical spell. It’s a time for traditions and customs: snowmen come to life, Santas wander through brightly-lit Christmas markets, much to the delight of the children. But indigenous animal life pays no heed to this human idyll. For them, winter is a time of austerity. Squirrels, boars and lynx all have their own strategy for surviving the winter. But despite an amazing ability to adapt, the fight for survival is hard – and can often only be won with the help of human beings. The film takes us on a journey through wintry Germany - underscored by a childlike enthusiasm for the cold season. Snow-covered fairy-tale landscapes, unusual wildlife stories and touching tales about animals create a special heart-warming winter atmosphere that not even adults can escape: Contemplative, amusing and fascinating all at the same time, the film lyrically illustrates the charm of an enchanting Christmas Winter Wonderland.

Critics argue that these facilities are nothing short of 'torture camps,' pushing the boundaries of tough love to extremes. However, for desperate parents, military-style boot camps represent a final opportunity to steer their children away from the perilous path of delinquency and incarceration. Our team spent an extensive five months at the Discovery Challenge Academy, an institution that annually admits 125 troubled adolescents. The initial fortnight proved to be the most grueling. Every aspect of daily life was meticulously regimented: a mere 10 minutes for meals, a strict 2-minute timeframe for showers, and a mere 10 seconds allocated for putting on socks. Dormitories, each housing 50 beds, adhered to stringent rules, and even the basic act of using the bathroom required explicit permission. During the first three months, any contact with family members was strictly prohibited, along with a blanket ban on phones, TVs, and internet access. Who are these young individuals? What circumstances led them to this point, and what formidable trials and challenges must they confront and surmount during their time at the academy?

A look into the lives of the famous actors Laurel and Hardy. Produced, Directed and narrated by Liam Dale. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Poverty and social disadvantage are things we usually associate with the Third World. But in areas of western Sydney - on the margins of Australia’s most affluent city - thousands of families and individuals are struggling to get by. S1.E1 00:00 Ashley, whose health stopped him driving trucks, shows how to make a few dollars by driving around looking for scrap metal. Erin's former house gets trashed, and William shows how he can get a meal using a slingshot accurately. S1.E2 50:30 Chris's mother had him taken from her, and he grew up in foster homes. He now finds himself back in Mt Druitt. Five tries to give something back to the others, and there are some support services - if only more people knew how to find them. S1.E3 01:40:27 Michelle's kids are the most important thing in her life. Ashley is diagnosed with dementia, but it doesn't stop him evicting his drug addicted son from the family home. S2.E1 02:28:46 We meet those from diverse backgrounds facing a range of challenges, from unemployment to addiction and a lack of housing. Single mother Norma is facing homelessness, and Kiwi shelter residents Jarrod and Sharon battle to overcome addiction. S2.E2 03:20:04 Nick is in trouble after the closure of the Melbourne Ford plant. Tamara is the victim of a vocational training loan scam. Allan racks up over $30,000 in payday loans, and police are sent in to remove Norma and her family from their home. S2.E3 04:15:08 Michael is at war with his brother, trying to deal with their mother's will. Allan tries to get his new landscaping business running but faces money problems. Jarrod and Sharon are at breaking point as they battle to stay clean from drugs. S2.E4 05:10:42 Sue's told she has four weeks to leave her home, facing the prospect of homelessness. Jarrod and Sharon agree to part ways in an attempt to clean up their lives. And things are looking up for Michael. He's about to get a new set of teeth. S2.E5 06:03:16 Jarrod and his two eldest children are on the streets and need emergency assistance. Sue is battling housing authorities as she attempts to find alternative accommodation, and Michelle and Jess are coming to terms with life in poverty. S2.E6 06:53:06 Michael has a financial windfall and decides to indulge his passion of music. Josh and Monica have been sleeping rough after Josh's release from jail and can't find anyone who'll rent to them. Meanwhile, Jess finds an escape in her art. S3.E1 07:47:37 Individuals and families living in Riverina, New South Wales share the struggles they are dealing with, including homelessness, drought and a crime wave sweeping through parts of Wagga Wagga.

This is the invisible part of the iceberg. Beneath the billions of legal websites, there is a dark, hidden, much larger universe, an illegal market in which human corruption has no limits. Investigation into the darkest depths of the web. 00:00 Queen of Extortion 47:40 Wildlife Clickbait 01:33:15 Black Market Boom 02:19:08 The Candyman Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

If you trust in your money just as it is - this film has news for you. This documentary traces the history of money from the bartering societies of the ancient world to the meeting rooms of powerful central bankers and the trading floors of Wall St. Written and presented by award-winning filmmaker Torsten Hoffmann it exposes the practices of central banks and the dubious financial actors who brought the world to its knees in the last financial crisis. It highlights the Government influence on the money creation process and how it causes inflation. Moreover, this film explains how most money we use today is created out of thin air by banks when they create debt. Epic in scope, this documentary examines the patterns of technological innovation and questions everything you thought you knew about money. Finally, we arrive at the questions our modern world is faced with today: Is Bitcoin an alternative to national currencies backed by debt? Is it remedy against inflation and Government dedbt or merely a tool for money launderers and criminals? Director: Michael Watchulonis

Body Language Decoded takes us in to the mysterious world of non-verbal communication, what do we say without realizing, and how can we read the signals others give us involuntarily? We look deep in to the science of Body Language as well as practical applications in law enforcement, romance, commerce, national security and more. Director : Geoff D'Eon

A celebration of those who are truly different from the rest of us and who, according to a ten-year study, are healthier, happier and tend to live longer. The film examines how and why “dancing to the beat of our own drum” is good for us. The film takes us on a journey into another way of living and joins, among others: Daniel who lives productively and happily without using money, from his home base, a cave in Utah Laura who has a duck that can tell people’s fortunes in Vancouver. Darla who lives her life in a nonconforming way Gary who wears monks robes and leads a fan club for a US president who ‘did absolutely nothing’. Lord Toby Jug who runs for elections in the UK with the objective to add humour and sanity to the process. John Ward known as the most eccentric inventor in England. Director: John Zaritsky

We travel across Saudi Arabia and follow the reforms from within for a year. The country wants to diversify its economy by opening its borders to tourism. In Jeddah, many young people hope for change, demanding greater equality between men and women, but the conservative opposition is enormous. One wrong word and they can be arrested. How far do they go in the fight for freedom? 00:00 Inside Saudi Arabia 44:09 In the Grip of the Royal Family 01:26:20 The Power of the Holy Cities 02:07:30 A Journey to Reality Director: Thomas Blom

He was born in the jungles of Africa. He trained for two years on a secret air force base. He proved to be among the best. He flew into space and came back alive. His name was HAM astrochimp # 65. On 31st January 1961, HAM flew a Mercury Redstone rocket. On that day HAM became a national hero. Four months later, Alan Shepard follows him, becoming the first American in space. Director: Jérôme-Cecil Auffret

In 2007, the 7 Wonders of the Modern World were elected: the Colosseum in Rome, the Great Wall of China, Christ in Rio, the Taj Mahal in India, Machu Picchu in Peru, Chichen Itza in Mexico and Petra in Jordan. We propose to discover other wonders through 2 seasons of 26 documentaries of 52 minutes, each one offering 7 wonders in 7 minutes. In this episode, you will discover: 00:00 7 wonders of the modern world 00:38 The Mayan cities of Tulum and Coban - Yucatan, Mexico 08:08 The Abbey of Royaumont, France 15:36 The Hindu Temple of Trichy, India 22:57 Valley of Death and Valley of the Moon, Atacama Desert, Chile 30:30 The Historic Centre of Madrid, Spain 37:20 The Garden of the Humble Administrator, Suzhou, China 44:15 The Duomo Cathedral, Siena, Italy Director: Jacques VICHET

00:00 On icy tracks across the high Kyrgyz plateaus, an old van starts its journey. Driving are Kuban and Duisheu, braving harsh weather conditions to deliver "fruits of happiness" to the region's most isolated villages. 01:57 Before setting out, they stock up on goods like the "fruits of happiness". 04:15 On the road, it's essential that they don't stop. 06:30 When the roads are icy, the drivers can get stuck. 10:27 In the valleys, horsemen engage in "Kok Borou". 12:32 In Kyrgyzstan, a car breakdown can be deadly. 17:10 To find a place to sleep, the taxi must travel many more miles. 18:10 The engine freezes due to the cold. 19:40 Many trucks fall into ravines. 24:48 There are only two routes between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, like the Kizil-Art pass. 28:58 This former Soviet republic is among the poorest. 30:00 Traditionally, Kyrgyz people engage in family trade. 32:00 Clementines are the fruits of grand celebrations in Kyrgyzstan. 35:50 To heat their homes, locals search for bushes in the desert. 39:50 Kuban and Duisheu hear about yaks for sale. 47:10 Crossing the territories of Afghan tribes requires a lot of courage. 48:50 The locals sing to gather strength. Directors: Philippe Lafaix, Julien Boluen.

Military attacks have alarming consequences on our ecosystem. Radioactive contaminated landscapes, many millions of tons of ammunition in our oceans, toxic landscapes, ten percent of global carbon emissions - the military footprint is huge. From WWI until today, nature is under fire. What does a war mean to our ecosystem and how is the global eco-balance affected? Can a modern war be eco-friendly? What does it mean when a military machinery is put into motion, what resources are needed and how much are used? A search around the globe and through history: The battlefields of World War I are the birthplaces of modern Ecocide. In Norway and Russia a Soviet submarine officer introduces us to one of the best kept cold war secrets: the nuclear complex. In Vietnam scientists laborate on the half a century old dioxin contamination caused by Agent Orange. On the Canadian coastline a Remotely Operated Vehicle leads us to toxic hotspots on the seafloor. In the Baltic Sea we find a German shipwreck loaded with chemical weapons. And a paradise island in the Caribbean gives shocking testimony of five decades of military training. FOOTRPINTS OF WAR is a film about two antagonist logics: the logic of strength and fight versus the logic of life and balance. Title : Footprints of War: Nature Under Fire Director: Maximilian Mönch

With mainland Europe under Hitler's control, the German Führer turned his attention to Operation Sealion, and the Battle of Britain, expecting an easy victory. However he'd underestimated the enormity of the task and the spirit of a nation inspired by Winston Churchill. Produced and narrated by Liam Dale.

A great investigation documentary about one of the most controversial sports today: the Free Fights. This amazing investigation opens the doors to the very restricted and even clandestine world of the free fighting. From the most fancy shows in Manhatan where the MMA is a highly praised and spectacular sport to the clandestine nights of free fighting combats in France where this sport is jugde too violent and ilegal gathering some of the most dangerous actors of the scene. And of course Thailand, where Free fighting is not just a national sport but a very lucrative indsutry specially when it comes to children fights… This crime investigation has great production value and very exclusive footage that will astonish viewers. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

The poor bore the brunt of the subprime and credit crisis in 2008. Today, it's the middle class's turn. The impoverishment of the American middle class is stark. In a country that has embraced liberalism as a creed, there is no safety net to speak of. For those who lose their jobs, the consequences are immediate and devastating. Larry Dodson, 52 years old, used to lead a major customer service department. But two years ago, he lost his job and his home. Today, he lives in a motel room with his wife and two children, making just $820 a month by hosting tourists at Disney World. After paying the motel fees, he's left with only $70 for food and other necessities. Terry was a sales director and enjoyed a comfortable life until he was laid off. He ended up moving from one motel to another in his car and was eventually deemed "economically unfit" to care for his six children. The three oldest were placed in foster care. Currently, there are 1,800 children growing up in motels around Disney World. They constantly change schools because their parents are forced to find cheaper housing.

Follow the story of Fidel Castro, the greatest revolutionary of all time, who led a 50-year revolution to win the freedom of his people. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Oman, between the mountain and the sea. For centuries, the rich waters and fertile lands have brought prosperity to the people. But in the late 1960's, the discorey of oil prepared Oman for the modern times. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

The story of a monkey rejected and disenfranchised from his family group, and how he lives and learns to survive in an unforgiving but beautiful world. (Subtitles available) Director: Fred Fougea Star: Kristin Scott Thomas

00:00 Discover 7 wonders of the modern world 00:42 Cartagena, colonial city, Colombia 08:25 Philae Temple, Aswan, Egypt 15:30 The historic center of Fez, Morocco 21:50 The Blue Mosque, Istanbul, Türkiye 29:08 Delhi, India 36:13 Lake Titicaca, Peru 43:28 Monte Alban, pre-Columbian city, Oaxaca, Mexico From the spectacular Colossus of Rhodes, to the magnificent lighthouse of Alexandria, the Pyramid of Khufu, the Hanging gardens of Babylon, the Temple of Artemis, the Statue of Zeus, the Tomb of Mausolus, of the 7 ancient wonders of the world, only the great pyramids of Giza near Cairo in Egypt remain. Nowadays the 'modern' 7 Wonders of the World are officially: the Coliseum in Rome, the great Wall of China, the Statue of Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, the Taj Mahal in India, Macchu Picchu in Peru, Chichen Itza in Mexico and Petra in Jordan. However, limiting the world’s 'marvels' to seven seems unnecessarily limited; which is why we have created our own list of 100 places, monuments or towns which we feel merit the name 'wonders of the world'. Director: Jacques Vichet

Join explosives experts Dr. Braden Lusk and Dr. Paul Worsey for a backstage pass to the biggest and toughest demolition jobs. From urban skyscrapers and massive steel bridges to giant stadiums and towering cranes, you will meet the highly-skilled blasters who can bring down any structure with pinpoint accuracy. Using special sacrifice cameras and high-speed camera technology, our experts will give you a unique, behind-the-scenes look at how demolition specialists take down engineering giants with the push of a button. The Detonators takes you inside the explosive-packed world of professional demolition engineers as they use all their skills to fire off the perfect blast. 00:00 Rochdale Tower At just 18 years old, Holly Benett of Controlled Demolition is the first woman explosives engineer in the UK. For Holly, the chance to bring down aManchester tower block is the perfect opportunity to provide an explosivedisplay of girl power. 23:03 Orkney Engineer John Parkes is an old hand at the Demolition game, and hisexpertise is called upon when the biggest wind turbine in Europe needs to bebrought down without damaging the fragile local environment of The Orkneys. 46:13 Bomb Squad (MOD) Simon Wilkinson is the man who deals with those unattended packages and bags that have become a part of our daily lives. 01:09:24 Viaduct Phil Lowe is a demolition engineer who is brought in by Railtrack to blow upa disused and unsafe viaduct in Leicestershire. 01:32:34 Rocketeers Ben Jarvis is only 22 years old, but he is one of the most experienced andrespected amateur rocketeers in the UK. 01:55:38 Special Effects (Prague) Nick Allder is a veteran SFX technician who's been working in feature filmsfor over 40 years. Amongst his achievements are an OSCAR (for the legendarychest bursting alien in Alien) and a BAFTA for the Fifth Element. 02:18:40 Airshow In Denver, Colorado, Robert Heckendorff and his 69th Air Battalion SpecialOperations Group are a group of ex-USAF veterans dedicated to keeping alivethe memory of the Interservice Combat Search and Rescue teams.

One of the main reasons for the success of the D-Day landings was the element of surprise, the incredibly huge invasion force, congregating along the south coast of England went undetected by German Intelligence. Hitler's Generals believed the stormy weather meant it would be mission impossible, and it almost was. Produced and narrated by Liam Dale.

With their beautiful shopfronts and finely crafted goods, brands like Gucci, Max Mara, Louis Vuitton and Prada are seen as being the height of luxury, conjuring images of master craftsmen finely crafting each item. But - as this investigation reveals - behind the glamorous exterior, all that glitters is not gold. In the world of luxury goods, leather means record-breaking profits. For brands like Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent, over 70% of their profits comes from leather goods. But where does this luxurious leather come from? Most of the raw material is tanned in a small region in Tuscany, where the heavy, difficult work is subcontracted out to immigrants. Temperatures in the factories can reach 45єC and the workers - many on short term contracts - are often exploited and mistreated. We hear from workers who were seriously injured at work and then attacked for daring to complain. Then there’s fur, the other iconic luxury material. Nowadays, most fur comes from China, where 70 million animals are killed for their skins every year. Here animals have no rights or protection and conditions in the farms are atrocious. We managed to access one of these farms and what we found was a world away from the luxurious image the brands promote. Animal suffering, deplorable hygiene conditions…discoveries to make your blood boil. From Haute-Couture at Paris Fashion Week to Chinese and Italian backroom boutiques, we investigate the hidden side of luxury. Director: Brando Baranzelli

00:00 7 wonders of the world 00:35 The Ufizzi Gallery, Florence, Italy 08:10 Mumbai, India 15:29 San Miguel of Allende, Colonial City, Mexico 23:10 The Temple of the Sky, Beijing, China 30:30 The Sacrate Valley of the Incas, Peru 37:56 The Temple of Saqarah, Cairo, Egypt 45:07 The Death Valley and Las Vegas, Nevada, USA Director : Jacques Vichet

As winter gave way to spring the world watched and waited as the Allied forces prepared for Operation Overlord. Brave and daring, risking all, U.S. General Dwight D. Eisenhower took charge of the campaign to deliver the fight for freedom directly to Adolf Hitler. Produced and narrated by Liam Dale.

Chami and Ana have been sharing their lives for 40 years. They have reached a point where they understand each other’s glances and moods. We follow this odd couple through the beautiful scenery of the Malabar Coast as they go to the annual elephant festival, where hundreds of elephants are presented by their Mahuts. During their journey, we discover the mysterious life of elephants: a yearly madness that affects them called musth, mating and bathing. Here is an unusual love story between a man and the wisest animal on earth. Director: Frédéric Fougea

Marseille is currently the battleground for ruthless gangs vying for control of the lucrative drug market. The economic stakes are immense, with drug trafficking generating over thirty million euros monthly, intricately woven into the local economy. Real estate investments, money laundering, luxury boutiques, sports clubs, beauty salons – every sector reaps the benefits. Slowly but surely, the drug trade has engulfed the entire city of Marseille. Over the past few months, we closely followed the efforts of the Marseille police, the Anti-Narcotics Office, and specialized squads dedicated to disrupting the drug trade. The heart of the city hosts around two hundred points of sale for illegal drugs, some raking in as much as 100,000 euros daily. The Marseille police are resolute in dismantling this network; in just the first half of 2021, they apprehended 8,000 drug traffickers, 60% of whom were armed with weapons, often military-grade. These gangs have transformed the northern neighborhoods of Marseille into crime empires. To comprehend the inner workings of these organizations, we met with some of their members. Operating within highly hierarchical structures, they are managed like legitimate businesses. However, death is an ever-present companion, and among the extensive list of casualties, many are innocent civilians. For the families who have lost loved ones, the pain is unending – they are the collateral victims of an increasingly bloody gang war in Marseille.

Shaped by evolution, it describes all long or short-term exchanges and cooperation between animals to survive. It turns the traditional host-parasite relationship in a beneficial alliance for both partners. To describe mutualism, this fascinating and well-documented episode travels from the cold ocean depths to the heat of summer corn fields where unexpected couples have formed: manta rays and remoras, sea cucumbers and shrimps or else butterflies and ants got married for better or for worst.

With Europe sifting through the rubble of a long and bitter war, the Japanese, true to their cultural heritage refused to surrender. The prospect of a protracted land campaign, resulting in the deaths of many more American military personnel, was too high a price to pay, leaving Truman to make the decision to end World War II swiftly, with the nuclear bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Produced and narrated by Liam Dale.

Love's Impact: The Profound Science Behind Emotion and Connection. Recent scientific revelations challenge the conventional understanding of love as merely an emotion, revealing it to be a transformative force affecting both our brains and bodies. In 'Pleasure and Pain: The Science of Love,' embark on a visually captivating journey through the spectrum of love, from birth to death. This film unravels astonishing facts, providing clear answers to age-old questions: Why do lovers experience palpitations? Why are they less hungry and sleep less? Does love originate in the brain or the heart? And why does heartbreak inflict such profound pain?

00:00 The 7 wonders of the modern world 00:42 The Pyramids of Giza, Cairo, Egypt 07:49 Mayan city of Tikal, Guatemala 15:20 Buenos Aires, Argentina 22:33 Wadi Rum desert and desert castles, Jordan 29:59 Cuzco, colonial city, Peru 37:29 Porto and the Douro Valley, Portugal 44:45 Maldives Island, Maldives Discover 7 wonders of the modern world. Director: Jacques Vichet

Rome is the city of 28 centuries of history. It is the cradle of Western civilization. Center of the Roman Empire, heart of the Catholic religion with the Vatican, Rome blends Roman amphitheatres, Renaissance palaces and Baroque fountains in surprising harmony. Roman buildings, Renaissance palaces and Baroque fountains in surprising harmony. surprisingly harmonious. Rome is an open-air museum with an extremely important heritage. Director: Jacques Vichet

In the heart of Masai territory, the narrative unfolds around Punda, a youthful zebra, as he embarks on his journey from his earliest steps in the vast savannah to his passage into adulthood. Over the span of several months, he faithfully shadows his herd, embarking on arduous treks covering hundreds of kilometers in search of fresh pastures. Along this perilous journey, he must navigate the ever-present threat of predators and ultimately find a surrogate mother after his own succumbs to illness. The camera captures the awe-inspiring spectacle of the annual migration undertaken by zebras and wildebeests, spanning an astonishing 1,500 kilometers as they traverse the rugged terrain between Tanzania and Kenya. Directed by: Laurent Frapat

André Le Nôtre was Louis XIV's first gardener at the Palace of Versailles. Gardener, but not only: fountains in the middle of groves, majestic paths, large bodies of water... its incredible gardens are renowned throughout the world. Everything seems straight, rectangular, and yet without really being so. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Over 1,000 years ago, the Chinese made a discovery that changed the world. This science documentary takes us on an action-fueled rocket ride through the world of dynamite, TNT, and Semtex. From mini-blasts that protect drivers in accidents, to special effects in the cinema, to the highly complicated blasting of a high-rise building: there are many more bangs in our everyday lives than we think. Our modern life is unthinkable without explosives: Material for new roads or railways is extracted from quarries by blasting. Airbags inflate in fractions of a second and save lives – thanks to tiny detonators. There are even systems in cars to protect pedestrians in accidents, cushioning the impact on the bonnet. In the USA, researchers are using explosives to create new substances and nanoparticles that could revolutionize technology. They are extremely hard, heat-resistant, and conduct electricity excellently. With the help of these nanoparticles, more powerful electronic components can be produced and, for example, the charging times of batteries can be significantly reduced. These super materials are only created by the high pressures and temperatures during detonation. Explosives release enormous forces in millionths of a second – this film is about how many different ways you can use this unique property.

Eraclio is llamero, he leads lamas. To live, he crosses twice a year the largest desert in the world. Director: Philippe Molins

For six months, guards and inmates at the maximum security prison in Albany, New York, were monitored. The magazine team focuses on Tammy Lord, a mother of four who was convicted of theft, Michael Chmielewski, a murderer, and Mike Turner, considered a very dangerous man. Member of a gang, the latter tried on several occasions to foment mutinies against the guards. Cameras have also entered death row alongside people awaiting execution like Rodney Reed, a 48-year-old African-American. As for Anthony Graves, wrongly accused of murder, he was finally released. Director: Mathilde Gautry

Reggie spends a week in Bexar County Jail, eating, sleeping and working alongside the inmates.

The Jaguar internship lasts 9 weeks. It trains non-commissioned officers and officers in planning and conducting section-level operations in the equatorial forest. The AMF (forest monitor assistant) course lasts 7 weeks. It is reserved for legionnaires only.

Reggie spends time working as a guard at Guilford County Jail in North Carolina.

While Hitler faced frustrations on all fronts, the Japanese were kept at bay by the Americans, despite heavy casualties, the Allied leaders faced a new challenge. Churchill and Roosevelt had always been comfortable working together, but Russian leader Joseph Stalin added tension. With the invasion of France imminent, plans made at the Teheran Conference were a full of diplomatic negotiations. Produced and narrated by Liam Dale

00:00 7 wonders of the modern world 00:37 Angkor Vat & Angkor Thom, Siem Rep, Cambodia 07:50 Golden Bridge, San Francisco, USA 14:10 Salvador de Bahia, Brasil 21:26 The Mont Saint Michel, France 28:48 Acropolis, Athens, Greece 36:00 Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico 44:17 The Mai Valley, Seychelles Islands Director : Jacques Vichet

Thirty million years ago a new group of creatures appeared on planet Earth: the great apes. From their ranks arose one family, gifted with exceptional skills: our protagonists. This family would change the face of our world forever. Here, for the very first time in television history, is the saga of our origins, told through the story of one single family - an epic journey upon which the latest scientific discoveries shine an exciting new light. (Dubbed) DIRECTOR: Jérôme Guiot, Frédéric Fougea 0:00 The film 0:08: The origins of human ancestors, focusing on the Pierolapithecus and their social structure and empathy. 9:09 The life of Pierolas, a species of great apes, and their social dynamics, survival techniques, and impending environmental challenges. 18:59 The video depicts the evolution of early human ancestors and their migration across continents. 27:15 Exploring the evolution of early human society, including the development of politics, relationships, and the concept of death. 41:35 The evolution of early human ancestors in Africa, their struggle for survival, and the discovery of meat as a new food source. 50:36 A group of early humans faces a critical decision that will shape the future of their species. 1:04:31 The evolution of Homo erectus and their societal advancements in the ancient world. 1:08:40 The evolution of Homo erectus and the discovery of fire. 1:23:40 The evolution of Homo sapiens and the diversity of human populations.

Reggie heads to Ghana to live on one of the largest e-waste dumps in the world – Accra’s notorious Agbogbloshie. Working with a group of “burner boys”, grafting at the bottom of the ladder, Reggie discovers first-hand what life is like for the people who eek out a living on the site. Dumping e-waste is illegal and the chemicals in the soil in Agbogbloshie mean it has been described as “the most toxic place on earth”. But can we really be complicit in creating it? (Subtitles available on this video)

Official reports state that a worker falls victim to toxic chemical poisoning in the manufacturing process every five hours, though the actual toll is suspected to be much higher. Captured discreetly over a span of three years, 'Complicit' chronicles the journey of Yi Yeting, a former Chinese factory worker turned activist, and a group of like-minded individuals striving to enhance working conditions in these factories. Grappling with his own battle against work-induced leukemia, Yi Yeting delves into self-education on labor law to mount a legal challenge against his past employers. Subsequently, he establishes a legal cooperative to advocate for and educate other ailing workers. Beyond confronting corrupt officials, these activists covertly infiltrate factories producing goods for some of the world's leading brands to gather evidence of perilous working environments.

Discover the secret life of the Maharajahs, between luxurious evenings, days of wealth and customary events. Music, dance, tradition, and excessive evenings are waiting for you ! Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

Reggie Yates goes inside a refugee camp in Iraq, where he is touched to be invited to a wedding.

As the demand for precious metals surges and terrestrial sources dwindle, the world turns its gaze to the vast oceans. Thousands of shipwrecks, holding cargoes of 'precious metals,' litter the seabed, now within technological reach. Underwater archaeology has exposed a staggering 3 million sunken vessels, 3,500 of them carrying treasures such as gold, silver, and porcelain. Billions of dollars worth of this submerged wealth lies untouched at the ocean floor, waiting to be reclaimed with today's technology. Yet, the quest to recover this sunken treasure raises critical questions. Who holds the right to salvage? Is it the nation hosting the wreck in its territorial waters, the country exploited for its resources in the past, or is it a global effort, as championed by UNESCO? Amid diplomatic struggles and modern-day buccaneers, this international investigation delves into the dynamics of a new era gold rush beneath the waves.

After so many years of German supremacy, as 1942 drew to a close, the Allies were really beginning to make headway. The British made a crucial breakthrough in North Africa, and the Americans pushed the Japanese out of Burma and New Guinea, while in Russia the Germans found themselves surrounded, as the winter snow set in over Stalingrad.

With an estimated 180 million singletons in China and people traditionally marrying early, the race to find a soulmate before surpassing the sell by date is frantic. Singles fairs, where CVs are passed around, speed-dating and lessons in the art of seduction are all examples of a booming westernised market. But there is a massive imbalance in the sexes due to the penchant for male offspring since the single-child policy was introduced in 1980. Future brides are in short supply and the men most likely to find a wife are those in a strong financial position. With the economic liberalization of China and the rise of the wealthy businessman, an ancient tradition has resurged: the concubine. Young women, often students from poorer families, seek positions as mistresses at the beckoning call of wealthy men. Hidden away in lavish apartments and given large sums of pocket money, they enjoy a life of ease and luxury. The wives of these men have gone to drastic measures to unveil their fickle husbands’ crimes. We take a ride with private detectives and meet the one dubbed, ’The Concubine Killer’. Director: Anne Loussouarn

A staggering ten tons of plastic is churned out each second, with 10% of this ending up in our oceans. Dire predictions warn that by 2050, the seas will harbor more plastic than fish. Confronted by this global crisis, numerous businesses, including the Coca-Cola Company, pledge to embrace recycling, despite selling a whopping 4000 plastic bottles every second worldwide. Can we trust these multinational commitments, and is recycling truly the panacea? Our investigation into these corporate assurances reveals that their promises are as saccharine-laden as their products

We are all aware of the environmental impact of air travel. Before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Flightracker website reported nearly 200,000 flights taking place every day. Every second, an aircraft was either taking off or landing somewhere in the world. The pandemic has drastically altered this scenario, bringing the entire aviation industry to an unprecedented standstill. It is anticipated that the industry may not fully recover until 2022 or 2023. However, does this imply that by 2022, we will resume emitting the same amount of CO2 as before? Even prior to the crisis, there was a recognition that flying needed to become more sustainable. Perhaps, the pandemic presents an opportunity for us to reconsider our approach. How can we reconcile environmental protection with our essential need for mobility? Do we require new aircraft and aviation fuels, or should we simply aim to reduce air travel? We aim to explore these questions and seek insights from aircraft manufacturers, scientists, and transportation experts regarding the future of aviation.

It only took one man to terrify the entire London district of Whitechapel in 1888. The perplexed police, the newspapers hungry for information, the case of Jack the Ripper is still talked about today. But who was he really ? Was there a man behind the monster ? Investigation into the most famous killer in our history. Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

As Haiti’s president, Jovenel Moïse, is killed in an attack on his private residence, we bring you this exclusive investigation into gangs in Haiti. Filmed in May 2021, it is a shocking look at the extent to which the country is being ruled by gangs. Director: Charles Comiti, Cyril Thomas, Daniel Grandclément & Stéphane Haumant

The armies of the Adolph Hitler's Third Reich invaded the Soviet Union in June 1941 at the height of World War II. Mobile commandos, the Einsatzgruppen, followed their advance to Stalingrad with the mission of eliminating all Jewish people on the conquered territories. From June 1941 and the end of 1943, these Nazi groups killed close to two million Jews from the Baltic countries to the Black Sea. 00:00 - EP1 - Mass graves (June-August 1941) Explore in depth the history of the Nazi mobile death squads, including when, how and why they were created. 43:46 - EP2 - Judenfrei (September-December 1941) A recollection of the actions of Einsatzgruppen in Romania, Bulgaria, Hungary and the Baltic states. Due to them, in December 1941 these areas were declared "free of Jews". 01:29:30 - EP3 - The stakes (1942-1943) As Soviet forces advance, Nazi Germany has the bodies of death-camp victims dug up and burned. 02:08:57 - EP4 - Reckonning (1943-1947) The series finale recalls the Nuremberg trials. Some faced the ultimate punishment, but many walked free in the 1950s. Written : Michaël Prazan Directed : Michaël Prazan KUIV Production

They come from all countries to enjoy the beaches of the Black Sea, whether they come out of curiosity, to relax or to work. But even though it is a welcoming place, the shadow of war hangs over this sea...

As winter gave way to spring the world watched and waited as the Allied forces prepared for Operation Overlord. Brave and daring, risking all, U.S. General Dwight D. Eisenhower took charge of the campaign to deliver the fight for freedom directly to Adolf Hitler. Produced and narrated by Liam Dale

From the first images, the director immerses us in hell. Downpours, crossroads and flooded villages, population drowned in torrential rain, overflowing sewers. We're in Liberia. Here each summer the rainy season is one of the strongest in the world. In a few days, a fatal rain worsened the difficulties of this country ruined by a devastating civil war. An avalanche of water ravages all the dirt roads. The villages are cut off from the world. Despite the condition of the roads, FOFANA, a money-obsessed Pick-up driver decides to take penniless passengers across the country through the jungle. This trip against the natural elements quickly becomes a nightmare and reveals the terrible living conditions of Liberians. With prodigious ingenuity, each tries as best he can to get out of it. The misfortune of the floods brings happiness to those who help the victims in exchange for a few cents. The pastors of a Baptist church turn Mass into a lucrative raffle ... Soon the director reveals in this incredible film the dramatic reality of a bloodless country. Thousands of children break stones from the age of 5 to "rebuild the country". At the risk of their lives, employees of a multinational palm oil company are transported to the plantation in overloaded cattle dumpsters. For a pittance, crushed by the sun that has finally returned, they plant thousands of palm trees on their confiscated and devastated land ... Director: Philippe Lafaix

Tour the city of Rome. See and learn the history of Palatine Hill, the Colosseum, Capitoline Hill, Palazzo Senatorio, Palazzo Conservatori, St. Peter’s Basilica, Imperial Forum, Bernini's St. Peter's Square, Piazza Barberini, Vatican City & its museums, the Sistine Chapel (with the paintings of Michelangelo), Castel Sant Angelo, Pantheon, Sant Agnese, Trevi Fountain, Piazza di Spagna, and more.

Ernesto Guevara, better known as "Che Guevara", marked world history as the greatest known revolutionary. Thanks to numerous testimonies and unpublished archive images, we were able to answer the big question concerning this Cuban legend : who really was Che Guevara ? Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

With Britain no longer facing Hitler alone, the first G.l.s arrived in the UK, while the Japanese took the advantage afforded them by their surprise attack on Pearl Harbor. As Singapore fell, the Allies looked on in horror as Japan also had control of Java, Burma and New Guinea, as they edged ever closer towards Australia.

These aircraft are the sole ones globally capable of touching down on extremely brief dirt airstrips that frequently terminate in a gorge. In different regions of this nation, additional aviators jeopardize their lives on a daily basis. Consider the situation of Jose Gutierrez, the aviator responsible for Colombia's expansive plains. His duty involves navigating at a height of less than one meter above the ground to disperse pesticides or fertilizers across the fields. The smallest lapse in attention could have dire consequences.

In September 1940, Germany decided to launch an air attack against UK cities, to break the will of the people and force them to surrender. But despite an 8-month campaign of day and night raids, the spirit of the British people could not be broken. With interviews and archive footage showing the sheer amount of devastation - from the loss of life to the immense damage caused to buildings across the country - The Aftermath looks at how the Blitz changed the face of Britain's cities and lives. Director : Bruce Viger

Despite being an officially secular country, religion is everywhere in the United States. 70% of Americans are Christians and the majority of them voted for Trump. Evangelicals mobilized in their masses to get Donald Trump elected and they similarly geared up to do the same in the most recent election. Evangelicals have even created their own Bible- themed attractions, boldly rewriting the science books to educate their children. In Kentucky,an actual-size Noah’s ark has been built along with a museum that supports the theory that the universe was created in just six days. Here, visitors can see Adam and Eve co-existing with dinosaurs. In Louisa, Virginia, Pastor Marc O’Connor accompanies the sheriff on patrol with an agenda to evangelise the arrestees. Meanwhile, in Georgia, a Christian militia lives in fear of atheists, and prepares for urban guerrilla war.

The true story behind a double gay murder in Fiji. The murder of John Scott, Head of Fiji’s Red Cross, and his gay partner is still clouded in rumour and political mystery. In a country that has become increasingly fundamentalist, many regarded the couple with hostility. Shortly before his death, Scott came to international acclaim helping hostages during the 2000 coup. Was his murder a political assassination; the result of a soured love affair or an act of insanity? This award winning documentary uses the murders to examine Fiji’s history over the past 50 years. Narrated by Scott’s brother, it’s a moving tale of colonial privilege, evangelical Christianity and a country still deeply divided. Director: ANNIE GOLDSON

Russian President Vladimir Putin is laying claim to 1.2 million square kilometers in the Arctic. His main objectives appear to be the colonization of the Arctic and of the North Pole. It's a project more than 20 years in the making.

For several months, we followed the young fighter pilots in their daily lives. Discipline, combat, mental strength... how are they trained to one day face war? Follow us on social media : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/BestDocumentaryTV

The United States Navy regained momentum after the devastating attack on Pearl Harbor, securing victory in the Battle for the Coral Sea and later in the pivotal Battle of Midway. Meanwhile, the German Air Force resumed bombing British cities in the Baedeker Raids.

Boasting the allure of a "James Bond" vessel, the Thunder Boat stands as the second-largest ship in the Marine Nationale, surpassed only by the Charles de Gaulle. Packed with cutting-edge equipment and an array of high technologies, it proves its mettle in diverse situations, notably during its deployment in Saint Barthélemy during the aftermath of Cyclone Irma in September 2017. This avant-garde ship embodies a true "Swiss knife" versatility, seamlessly transitioning between roles as an aircraft base, a command post, and a fully-equipped floating hospital. Its multifaceted capabilities extend to sheltering troops, helicopters, and vehicles. Embark on a journey of discovery as this documentary unveils the myriad capabilities of the Thunder Boat, showcasing its pivotal role as a groundbreaking asset for the Marine Nationale.

Soviet prison camps were a criminal system of oppression that was widespread and long-lasting. The first camps were founded in 1918, and their number reached its peak in the 1950s. During more than 40 years, 20 million people were brought to almost 500 camps. Innocent people were made guilty. Every sixth adult citizen was forced to a camp or expelled. The writer Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn named this system the Gulag Archipelago. It extended thousands of kilometres from the White Sea to the Black Sea, from Moscow to Vladivostok and from the Arctic Circle to Central Asia. It was hidden away, and its existence was denied for decades. Prison camps were hard to see and understand. They are not well known even today.

When Microsoft pointed fingers at 'state-backed' Chinese hackers infiltrating its servers, targeting a minimum of 60,000 global users, the revelation hardly came as a shock. It marked just another instance in the ongoing saga of Chinese cyberattacks. Mounting security apprehensions related to China have led to the banning or restriction of Huawei from 5G networks in several countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia. FBI Director James Comey asserted in 2014, 'There are two types of big companies: those that have been hacked by the Chinese, and those that don’t know they have been hacked by the Chinese.' China boasts the world's largest surveillance network, utilizing technology for minority suppression, content censorship, and dissident surveillance. For decades, Western leaders held onto the belief that China's economic growth posed no threat to other nations. The hope was that China would confine its actions within its borders and, as the country embraced capitalism, also lean towards liberalism. Today, that optimism lies shattered. China consistently ranks as the primary source of cyberattacks. A fierce competition is underway for global technology leadership, with 5G networks deemed crucial for future development. Few companies are as strategically positioned to spearhead the 5G revolution as Huawei. However, the looming question persists: to what extent should Huawei be perceived as a threat? We delve into perspectives from key officials in America, Europe, and China.

Worldwide, the conflict continued to escalate as Japan made their presence felt as signatories of the Tripartite Pact, giving Hitler's Axis of Evil more power than ever. Britain stood alone as the nightly bombing raids of the Blitz devastated major cities, while overseas British troops joined the Allied campaign for supremacy in North Africa.

Here's the revised text: Welcome to the paradoxical world of England. Despite boasting a historically low unemployment rate of 3.6%, the specter of poverty looms large, affecting over 15 million Britons—that's nearly a quarter of the population! Rampant inflation and surging energy costs in recent months have thrust millions into the throes of poverty. The situation is further exacerbated by the hyper-flexibility of wages and the increasing trend of uberization among hundreds of thousands of self-employed individuals. Add to this the impact of over a decade of severe cuts in social assistance, initiated during David Cameron's government, coupled with a state disengagement from public services. As a consequence, the United Kingdom, which only had a handful of food banks in 2010, now grapples with over 2,000. Life expectancy is stagnating, even plummeting in the most disadvantaged regions, where residents succumb to the grim realities of the "shit life syndrome"—a lethal blend of multiple pathologies and addictions resulting in premature death, a stark contrast to other regions where people live a decade longer. In response to the government's shortcomings, millions of Britons have embraced voluntary work to survive. This marks the rise of the "Big Society," a concept championed in 2010 by then-Prime Minister David Cameron—the very architect of the austerity policy! Embark on a journey with us as we delve into the lives of England's working poor, individuals grappling with the challenges of relying on solidarity for survival. From the poverty-stricken seaside town of Blackpool in the north-west to the rural county of Cumbria on the Scottish border—where public services and transport have nearly disappeared—to Ashton-under-Lyne, a factory town paralyzed by the absence of economic prospects, witness the reality of contemporary Great Britain.

Located in the Persian Gulf, off the coast of Saudi Arabia and Qatar, the Kingdom of Bahrain is the smallest and most surprising country in the Middle East. Here, homosexuality is legal, alcohol flows freely, other religions practiced and women live freely. Little wonder the island has become the party capital of the Middle East, particularly for young Saudis… Bahrain was built thanks to its gas and oil resources but today the reserves are running out and the country must reinvent itself. It plans to do this by attracting investors from all over the world. Here there is no corporate tax, no income tax and no VAT. Bahrain is in the middle of a real estate frenzy, constructing artifi cial islands and ultra modern skyscrapers. It sees itself as the new, more liberated Dubai. But behind this facade of tolerance lies a darker reality. The predominantly Shi’ite population is ruled with an iron fist by the Sunni minority, headed by the Al Khalifa royal family. All Shi’ite political opposition is severely repressed and their leaders imprisoned. Director: Jérôme Dion

The Russians advanced towards Germany from the East while the Western Allies attacked from the West. Meanwhile, the Japanese fiercely battled American Marines on Iwo Jima in the Pacific. As the conclusion of the war approached, both sides resorted to desperate measures, resulting in a continued increase of casualties.

Tour the city of Madrid. See and learn the history of the Plaza de la Villa, Torre de los Lujanes, Plaza Mayor (site of the Spanish Inquisition), Casa de la Panaderia, Catedral de Almudena, Palacio Real (official residence of Spain’s Royal Family), Plaza de Oriente, Teatro Real Opera House, Plaza de Cibeles, Palacio de Comunicaciones, Paseo del Prado fountain, Palacio del Cristal and more.