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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.
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.
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'.
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'.
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.
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'.
Highlights of the WWE pay-per-view event that took place on January 27th 2013 at the US Airways Centre in Phoenix, Arizona. The featured fights include The Rock versus CM Punk, John Cena versus Ryback and Alberto Del Rio's tussle with Big Show.
Documentary critique of the US government's drugs policy. Inspired by the story of Nanni Jeter, a friend and employee of writer and director Eugene Jarecki, the film includes interviews with police officers, judges, prison staff, dealers, addicts and their families, medics and experts on social policy, including investigative journalist turned screenwriter, David Simon, creator of the political drama series 'The Wire'.
Documentary about Paavo Järvi and the Deutsche Kammerphilharmoniker Bremen's performance of Schumann Symphonies at Pier 2, a former dockyard in Bremen harbour that is usually the site of rock and pop concerts. The film explains the idea behind the project and features excerpts from the performance, as well as rehearsal footage and comments from Paavo Järvi about the symphonies and the interpretation.
Double bill of programmes covering the 39th Ryder Cup held at the Medinah Country Club in Illinois. The 'Official Film' reviews the competition in which the USA, captained by Davis Love III, looked set to secure victory with a four-point lead on the final day but Europe, led by José María Olazábal, achieved an almighty comeback to claim the trophy. 'Captain's Diary' follows Olazábal throughout the tournament, providing his viewpoint as his team struggle against tough opponents to narrowly obtain the win.
Documentary that sets out to tell the story of Status Quo's 50 year career as a band. Directed by Alan G. Parker, the documentary was supported by the group and saw the film crew given unprecedented access to the band. Indeed, the programme features the moment the original line-up of Status Quo reunited at Shepperton Studios - their first time together for 30 years. Brian May, Paul Weller, Cliff Richard and Midge Ure are among the fellow artists to pay tribute to the Quo and the extraordinary duration of their career.
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.
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.
Chris Terrill presents this documentary series following the Royal Navy as they search for drug smugglers in the Caribbean. Aboard warship HMS Manchester, over the course of seven months, the crew investigates various goings-on while enduring worsening weather conditions as the hurricane season approaches. The episodes comprise: 'Bad Guys Dead Ahead', 'Old Lady of the Seas', 'In the Dead of the Night', 'High Winds and Savage Seas' and 'Mission of Mercy'.
From BBC Earth Films, the studio that brought you Earth, comes the sequel Earth: One Amazing Day, an astonishing journey revealing the awesome power of the natural world. Over the course of one single day, we track the sun from the highest mountains to the remotest islands to exotic jungles. Breakthroughs in filmmaking technology bring you up close with a cast of unforgettable characters. Told with humour, intimacy and a jaw-dropping sense of cinematic splendour, Earth: One Amazing Day highlights how every day is filled with more wonders than you can possibly imagine- until now.
Danish filmmaker Frank Piasecki Poulsen directs this documentary highlighting the use of controversial minerals to create alloys for the manufacture of mobile phones. The widespread industrial use of minerals such as casserite, a component of tin that is mined in war-torn eastern Congo, leads to breaches of human rights such as child labour, prostitution of underage girls and lack of protection for miners.
Stanley Tucci narrates this documentary account of counter-culture pioneer Ken Kesey's 1960s trip across America in a psychedelically painted school bus. In 1964 Kesey, the author of 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest' and an advocate for the use of LSD since the time he volunteered to take part in a project studying the effects of the psychoactive drug, decided to travel across country to New York to fulfil a business engagement. Buying an old school bus they named 'Further', Kesey and his group of friends, known as 'The Merry Pranksters', embarked on a cross-country acid-fuelled road trip in an attempt to create art out of everyday life.
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 that makes use of unprecedented access to follow life in the New York Times newsroom for a year. The New York Times is arguably the most important newspaper in the world; it is certainly one of the best read and most influential newspapers in the United States. Filmmaker Andrew Rossi was granted rare access to the internal workings of the newspaper for this documentary, where he captures the frantic nature of professional journalism as stories erupt and advances in technology continually force the paper to adapt. In particular, the story of crusading journalist David Carr is picked up. Carr attends closely to the threat of social media and internet technology to the kind of professional, newsroom-based journalism of the New York Times and offers a staunch defence of his paper and the print media it represents.
Whether you've seen the blockbuster movie 2012 or read one of the numerous books on this controversial subject, there is no doubt that some fear the end is near. It has been foretold that a great change is coming to our civilization. The Maya left behind enigmatic clues to the possibilities of this shift of the ages. Their incredible knowledge of the processional year helped them to formulate one of the most intricate and profound calendars ever to have been created. It speaks of ages and ours is coming to a close on December 21st, 2012. What is the truth? Did the Mayans have a special knowledge of the cycles of nature and foretell a time when disaster would once again strike at the heart of the human race? In this comprehensive box set you will discover firsthand from best selling authors, and renowned experts from around the globe, just what the truth is.
Historical documentary which explores the stories behind famous landmarks of the USA. The programme travels through the United States in order to discover stories which capture the 'American Dream', visiting such sights as the Grand Canyon, Washington DC, the Statue of Liberty and Mount Rushmore along the way. |
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