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From its beginnings in 1963 to the latest GT supercar in 2004, this programme documents the fast-paced changes in the life of the Ford GT40. Now viewed as one of the greatest sports cars of all time, this film presents footage from the past and present.
Documentary detailing the Cuban emigrant experience in the United States. Following the revolution led by Fidel Castro in 1959, thousands of Cubans left their native country to escape Castro's newly-formed socialist state. This documentary looks at the influence that these Cubans had on the formation of Miami-Dade County in Florida in particular, but also the social and cultural effects that their presence has had on the country as a whole.
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.
Collection of three documentaries by Belorusian director Sergei Loznitsa. In 'Blockade' (2006), archive images of Hitler's siege of Leningrad show how the city became victim to a blockade which caused the deaths of as many as 800,000 innocent people due to starvation, disease and cold weather. In 'Landscape' (2003), Loznitsa records the inhabitants of the Russian village Okulovka while they wait at a bus stop in the middle of winter. In 'Revue' (2008), the director pieces together a collection of archive propaganda material produced in the Soviet Union during the 1950s and 60s. Giving an insight into the mindset of the people at the time, the film shows both sides of the communist ideology from grand images of the Socialist realism art form to the harsh realities of human suffering and poverty.
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'.
Three episodes of the educational documentary series that explores issues relating to the wildlife, culture and archaeology found throughout the world. The episodes are: 'Journey Into the Age of Wood', 'Kilimanjaro - The Sacred Mountain' and 'The Prison of the Island of the States'.
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.
Documentary following Richard Wagner's great, great-grandson, 30-year-old New York photographer Antoine Wagner, as he travels to Switzerland to trace the celebrated composer's time there. Spending several years in Switzerland, in the first instance as a political exile, the composer enjoyed a prolific period, writing 'Die Meistersinger', 'Tristan und Isolde' and the 'Wesendonck-Lieder', as well as beginning work on 'Der Ring des Nibelungen'. In order to build up a picture of his forefather and gain a perspective of the man, Antoine Wagner sets out to visit the places where he lived, and talks to a local gathering of musicologists, historians and musicians. Contributors include Dagny Beidler, Katja Fleischer, Laurenz Lütteken, Albert Lutz and Eva Rieger.
The demise of the dinosaurs, 65 million years ago, did not leave the world empty. A succession of extraordinary creatures has since come and gone, leading to our own ancestors, and yet we know virtually nothing about them. These bizarre beasts were some of the most fascinating creatures ever to have inhabited our planet. The award-winning team that brought us Walking With Dinosaurs now explores the rise of the mammals. The latest scientific findings, advanced computer graphics and strong natural history stories are combined as we return to the sights and sounds of extinct worlds... this time full of life you hardly knew existed. Walking With Beasts takes you on a journey through time to distant worlds: from the hottest, wettest climate the earth has ever known to one of the coldest... the Ice Age. See the early forerunners of the whale (walking!), avoid the carnivorous pig the size of a rhino, and pity the horse the size of a cat, eaten by a bird the height of a man! And we humans are not safe either... mighty saber-toothed cats with teeth the size of carving knives have a taste for our own ancestors!
The true story of Rome told through six crucial moments that shaped the destiny of the Empire. The Roman Empire - the ancient world's only superpower - stood for six hundred years, a period in which dictatorship usurped democracy, nations were enslaved, the city of Rome was rebuilt and the Empire embraced Christianity. In this epic mini-series, CGI is mixed with compelling drama to tell the dramatic stories - the great battles, rivalries, rebellions and momentous achievements - that shaped the Roman Empire. The story begins in 146BC with Rome's destruction of its ancient enemy Carthage; leading to the celebrated victory of Julius Caesar and the overthrow of the Republic; Emperor Nero's dramatic descent into madness; the Jewish Revolt - the biggest rebellion in Imperial history; Constantine's delivery of Christianity to the Empire; and finally the downfall of Rome, told through the tale of Alaric the Goth. It reveals the greed, lust and ambition of men like Caesar, Nero and Constantine and with stunning locations and state-of-the-art visual effects portrays Rome as it really was: gritty, sometimes sordid, but ultimately magnificent.
Morgan Spurlock's award-winning documentary poses a simple question: why is America so fat? Spurlock sets out to interview experts in 20 US cities, including Houston, the 'fattest city in America', while at the same time conducting his own experiment: to eat nothing but McDonalds for 30 days straight. The results shocked even the doctors who were monitoring him - not to mention his vegan chef girlfriend, Alexandra.
Collection of archive footage giving an insight into life in London in the 1920s. The collection comprises 12 short films which look at the diversity of the capital city while including shots of famous landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the Tower of London, as well as some of the lesser known areas.
Coverage of the Tibetan spiritual leader's three-day visit to Northern Ireland in 2000 during which he promoted the values of peace and tolerance.
Documentary that examines the phenomenon of crop circles. Hosted by the musician and TV presenter, Steve Mitchell, the programme visits the sights of well known crop circles and discusses various theories regarding their origin and meaning.
Scientist Dr John Jay Harper offers his thoughts on the apocalypse. Harper, a metaphysicist, has a range of unorthodox views. Among the topics he discusses are the possibilities of 'superconsciousness' and life after death following the apocalypse he predicts will take place in 2012.
Commentator Adrian Healey narrates this documentary following the Benin national football team as they attempt to qualify for the 2010 World Cup, hosted in South Africa. Focusing on five players as they make their way across the continent, the film also explores the significance of the sport for the communities, culture and history of Benin.
Collection of old-fashioned educational films, now seen as being fatuous and laughable, on the subject of marijuana. The number 420 marks the cannabis subculture holiday on April 20th when people congregate to partake of the drug. The footage included features musician and politician Sonny Bono.
Factual series looking at space and the role of mankind in the cosmos. Topics explored in this volume include 'Galileo', 'MIR Space Station', 'Ulysses Spacecraft', 'Gemini 3 Mission', 'Life On MIR', 'Micro Gravity', 'Symphonies of Light', 'Supernovas', 'UFOs', 'The Atmosphere' and 'Space Debris'.
Factual series looking at space and the role of mankind in the cosmos. Topics explored in this volume include 'Saturn Pictures', 'Life On Mars', 'Secrets of the Sun', 'Women Astronauts', 'Toys in Space', 'Euro Mars Rover', 'What Caused the Universe', 'Russian Robotics', 'Space Tourist' and 'Skylab Experiments'.
Francis Ford Coppola began to film 'Apocalypse Now' in February 1976. After 238 days in the jungle, filming was complete and millions of dollars had been spent (Marlon Brando was on set for three weeks at a million dollars a week). Actors had been replaced (Harvey Keitel by Martin Sheen). They had all gone a bit insane (according to Coppola) and the whole thing was documented on film by his wife, Eleanor.
Highlights from the public teachings the Dalai Lama gave on his UK visit in 2004. Excerpts are included from his various meetings with public figures and politicians as well as footage from a spontaneous walkabout where he meets members of the public.
Documentary following Labour cabinet minister Peter Mandelson in the run up to the May 2010 General Election. Mandelson was influential in the rise of New Labour in the 1990s, acting as the Campaign Director for the 1997 General Election which brought Tony Blair to power on a landslide. A controversial figure, Mandelson twice resigned from the cabinet under Blair when facing accusations of corruption and was described by William Hague as 'the most powerful unelected deputy since Henry VIII appointed Cardinal Wolsey' on his return to cabinet in 2008. This documentary benefits from behind the scenes access and interviews granted by Mandelson to provide an in-depth profile of one of the shrewdest and most influential politicians in modern Britain. |
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