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Nice Bombs
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Usama Alshaibi, Studs Terkel, Kristie Alshaibi; Directed by Usama Alshaibi
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Film-maker Usama Alshaibi returns to his home in Baghdad after 24
years of living in America. Having not seen his family in all that
time, he reunites with the people closest to him and discovers how
the Iraq he once knew has changed beyond all recognition.
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The Sheik
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David Keystone, Stuart Stone, Jake Neiman, Page Magen, Jon Corbin, …
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Documentary about Iranian professional wrestler Khosrow Vaziri,
better known by his ring name The Iron Sheik. Following Khosrow
from his upbringing in Iran, the feature charts his career from his
beginnings in amateur wrestling to his success in the World
Wrestling Federation. Featuring contributions from wrestlers
including Dwayne Johnson, Jim Duggan and Hulk Hogan, the programme
provides an insight into The Iron Sheik's Hall of Fame career and
his recent popularity, at the age of 72, as a social media
sensation.
Aaron Aites and Audrey Ewell co-direct this documentary about
Norway's black metal music scene. Featuring interviews with artists
including Gylve 'Fenris' Nagell, Řystein Aarseth and Per Ohlin, the
programme chronicles the subculture which rose to prominence in
Norway during the 1990s. Those involved discuss the controversial
movement which attracted notoriety with their extreme
anti-Christian views, infighting and infamous church burnings.
Tony Robinson presents this television series in which he journeys
by foot across historical landscapes around Britain. He visits
places including West Yorkshire, the Cairngorms National Park and
the Channel Islands and along the way makes discoveries about each
location's past. The episodes are: 'Bronte Country', 'Victoria and
Albert's Highland Fling', 'The Norman Conquest of Pembrokeshire',
'Nazi Occupation: The Channel Islands', 'King John's Ruin: The Peak
District' and 'England's Last Battle: The West Country'.
All eight episodes of the TV series in which presenter Guy Martin
embarks on a number of speed oriented challenges. Throughout the
show, the motorbike racing mechanic tries to break the national
record for the fastest bicycle with the help of Olympian Laura
Trott, fly using only his muscle power and win the American Pike's
Peak International Hill Climb. Series 1 episodes are: 'Britain's
Fastest Cyclist', 'Hydroplaning Bike', 'Human Powered Aircraft' and
'World's Fastest Toboggan'. Series 2 episodes are: 'Tandem',
'Pike's Peak', 'Hovercraft' and 'Gravity Racer'.
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Point and Shoot
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Muammar Gaddafi, Marshall Curry, Matthew VanDyke, Elizabeth Martin; Directed by Marshall Curry
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Documentary following 26-year-old Matthew VanDyke as he sets off on
a 35,000-mile motorcycle journey through Northern Africa and the
Middle East. After years of feeling trapped by his severe Obsessive
Compulsive Disorder, Matthew decides to embark on a journey of
self-discovery and finds himself on the front lines of the Libyan
Revolution being captured by Muammar Gaddafi.
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Royal Cousins at War
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Tsar Nicholas II, Queen Victoria, Tamsin Greig, Kaiser Wilhelm II, King George V
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BBC miniseries focusing on Queen Victoria's family members and
descendants including the three ruling cousins Tsar Nicholas II of
Russia, Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany and King George V of England.
Tamsin Greig presents this documentary which examines the role that
the three cousins and their interrelated houses, who reigned over
Europe's most powerful countries, played in the outbreak of the
First World War.
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Fifty Shades Uncovered
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Jenny Eclair, Mistress Josephine, Emily Shaw, E. L. James, Katie Hopkins; Directed by …
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Discovery Miles 1 420
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Documentary exploring the popularity of the adult novel 'Fifty
Shades of Grey' written by E. L. James. Fans of the book from the
world of entertainment and eroticism contributing to the
documentary include Jenny Eclair, Playboy playmate Emily Shaw,
Katie Hopkins and Mistress Josephine from the London Mistress
Training Academy.
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The Overnighters
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Jesse Moss, Jay Reinke; Directed by Jesse Moss
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Documentary about the North Dakota town of Williston, which has
recently become a mecca for men looking for employment in the oil
business. With the controversial decision to introduce fracking to
North Dakota in 2008, the area has enjoyed a significant rise in
employment prospects. However, with this, there has also been a
huge spike in population as hundreds of people from throughout the
country have come in search of work. Film-maker Jesse Moss
interviews many of those who are displaced and seeking employment
and gains an insight into their ambitions and backgrounds while
focussing on Jay Reinke, an altruistic Lutheran pastor who has
opened the doors of his church to give shelter to those in need.
Reinke speaks candidly of how he believes he has become a friend
and a beacon of hope to these 'overnighters', but is constantly
scrutinised by the locals for putting unwelcome strain on their
community.
Artists Dave Murray and John Rice present this guide to selecting
the right art materials for your chosen medium. Also includes handy
tips about how to get the most from your materials.
Documentary about cyclist Lance Armstrong, the man behind one of
the biggest cases of fraud in sporting history. When news broke
that the seven-time Tour de France champion had been found guilty
of doping offences, the world of sport fell into a state of
mourning followed by severe anger at his deceit. In this
documentary, director Alex Holmes delves deeper into the story and
seeks to find the truth behind the allegations.
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The Unknown Known
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Amanda Branson Gill, Robert Fernandez, Danny Elfman, Robert Chappell, Donald Rumsfeld, …
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Interview-based documentary directed by award-winning film-maker
Errol Morris. Morris interviews former US Secretary of Defense
Donald Rumsfeld who has served two presidents throughout his career
and was one of the leading figures in the Iraq War. The interview
is conducted in an unconventional manner and draws on an archive of
memos Rumsfeld wrote during his time in office as a means of
uncovering the truth behind his decisions.
Documentary about the life and career of pro-wrestler John Cena.
The programme gives an insight into the life of the 'Raw' star,
demonstrating how he prepares for the WrestleMania event and
exploring his thoughts on WWE, movies, music and more.
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The Savoy
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Ollie Tait; Directed by Matt Reid
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Two-part documentary following the multi-million pound refubishment
of London's Savoy Hotel which took almost three years to complete.
The programme follows the project from the hotel's closure to its
reopening, capturing the contruction work and the training of new
staff, as well as the many challenges faced along the way.
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Salsa Salsa
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Elder Sanchez
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Elder Sanchez presents this basic guide to salsa for beginners
through to advanced participants. Includes basic steps, dancing as
a couple and more advanced routines.
Three-part documentary in which US scholar James Shapiro looks at
William Shakespeare's work during the reign of King James I,
focusing on the years between 1603-1613. The programme analyses
Shakespeare's plays, including 'King Lear', 'Macbeth' and 'The
Tempest', discussing how they reflect the cultural and politcal
events taking place in Britain during that time. The episodes are:
'Incertainties', 'Equivocation' and 'Legacy'.
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Ghosts of the Mary Rose
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David Dugan, King Henry Viii, Hugh Montgomery, Lynne Bell, Christopher Dobbs, …
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Documentary about Henry VIII's warship the Mary Rose which sank in
battle in July 1545. The programme explores the possible causes for
the ship sinking and features a computerised re-enactment of the
disaster. It takes a look at the restoration work being carried out
on the Mary Rose and examines three skeletons belonging to crew
members in an attempt to discover who the men were and their roles
on board the ship.
Director Tony Britten's drama documentary examines the acclaimed
composer's lifelong commitment to pacifism. Using a dramatic
narrative to explore the development of Britten's pacifist beliefs
during the time he spent at the liberally progressive Gresham's
School in Norfolk between the years of 1928-1930, the film charts a
time which marked a crucial period of the composer's personal and
musical development. Interwoven throughout are contemporary
performances of the composer's works and contributions from,
amongst others, conductor and composer Joseph Horovitz, cellists
Anita Lasker Wallfisch and Raphael Wallfisch, and Britten's agent
for many years, Sue Phipps. John Hurt narrates.
Peter Ackroyd presents this four-part documentary about the
cultural history of Venice. The episodes are: 'The City As
Architecture', 'The City As Art', 'The City As Music' and 'The City
As Theatre'.
Re-working of the 1995 documentary 'Glastonbury the Movie'. The
film offers an audience perspective of the event, while following
bands both on and off stage. This version includes previously
unseen footage and features The Lemonheads, The Verve, Omar
Lye-Fook, Stereo MCs, Chuck Prophet, Co-Creators and many others.
Two episodes of the educational documentary series that explores
issues relating to the wildlife, culture and archaeology found
throughout the world. The episodes are: 'The First European' and
'Migrations'.
Robert Powell narrates this episode from the documentary series
that details the history of twentieth century global conflict.
Using authentic archival footage and extensive interviews with
veterans and historians, the programme focuses on events
surrounding the end of WWII in Europe.
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