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Three episodes of the educational documentary series that explores issues relating to the wildlife, culture and archaeology found throughout the world. The episodes are: 'The Tomb of Rhodes', 'The Merchants of Atitlan' and 'The City in Flames'.
Three episodes of the educational documentary series that explores issues relating to the wildlife, culture and archaeology found throughout the world. The episodes are: 'The Dance of the Derviches', 'The Phoenix Bird' and 'The Tam-Tam'.
Three episodes of the educational documentary series that explores issues relating to the wildlife, culture and archaeology found throughout the world. The episodes are: 'The Camels of Pushkar', 'Cape of Good Hope' and 'Dr. Schweitzer's Hospital'.
Three episodes of the educational documentary series that explores issues relating to the wildlife, culture and archaeology found throughout the world. The episodes are: 'The Kings of Africa', 'The City of Navateos' and 'Storks'.
Documentary following a team of archaeologists in La Joya, Peru. Hoping to learn more about the Chachapoya people who lived on mountainous fringes between the years 800 and 1500 AD, the group traverse high-risk and high-altitude environments while on their expedition.
Historical documentary detailing the events leading to the Spanish War of Independence. On the 2nd of May 1808 the French army turned on its ally Spain, resulting in a war against Napoleon's forces which lasted nearly six years. This film tells the story of the fallen men who led the Spaniards in the war and helped regain their nation's identity.
Filmmaker Penny Woolcock and Brighton-based band British Sea Power collaborate on this documentary which uses BFI archive footage set against an emotive music score. The film takes a look back in time as it explores the sea, coastal towns and islands, and the experiences people have shared there.
A collection of memorable moments from the Monday night WWE show 'Raw' which began in 1989 and has now accumulated more than 1,000 episodes. The wrestlers to appear in the collection include The Rock, CM Punk, John Cena, Bret 'Hit Man' Hart and Shawn Michaels. The programme also features exclusive backstage footage from the show.
Collection of highlights from the 2010 US punk rock festival. The bands featured include Pennywise, Sum 41 and Bouncing Souls.
Freedom campaigner Ian R. Crane highlights a range of controversial issues that he claims are threatening basic freedoms worldwide, including the Swine Flu epidemic, European totalitarianism and the 'New World Order'.
Documentary about the Mayan Calendar and the predictions it apparently makes. The programme explores the prophecies of the Maya people and discusses whether or not the the calendar's end date of 21st December 2012 really means the end of the world...
Documentary about post-war Britain, focusing primarily on London. Using archive footage, the programme looks at the state of the country after the Second World War, with ongoing rationing and buildings still in ruins, and discusses the growth and feeling of hope that gradually developed, helped along by the Festival of Britain held in 1951.
Film director and actor Kevin Smith offers his reflections on a variety of subjects. Smith, the director of films including 'Dogma' (1999), 'Chasing Amy' (1997) and 'Cop Out' (2010), is known for his loquaciousness during public appearances, captured notably in the documentary 'An Evening With Kevin Smith' (2002). The ostensible premise for the extended and far-reaching soliloquy that comprises this show is a question and answer session at Count Basie Theatre in his hometown of Red Bank, New Jersey. However, in trademark fashion Smith is only able to answer one question, as a specific enquiry leads him to reflect on subjects as diverse as marijuana, working with Bruce Willis and the inspiration for a number of his films.
Documentary which takes a look at the long-running Israel-Palestine conflict and attempts to find a way forward. Israeli Liat Aaronson and Palestinian Hanan Kattan made use of the TED conference to interview a number of leading female thinkers from the warring nations about the conflict. The film makers were particularly intrigued by those who suggested a way forward that didn't involve grandiose political gestures but, rather, involved helping ordinary people on both sides continue to live their lives and to work for reconciliation through respect and tolerance.
Documentary looking at the creation of 'Batman' by Bob Kane and Bill Finger, inspired by the mysterious flying mammal species. In doing so, the film also explores the seemingly dark nature of mankind.
Animation based on the comic by American artist Art Spiegelman which chronicles his experience of the 9/11 terrorist attack on the World Trade Centre. Living in Lower Manhattan, Spiegelman was severely affected by the event which caused him to suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder. In his work, the artist expresses how the attack made him feel and gives his views on how the matter was handled by the Bush administration.
Natural history documentary, presented by famed wildlife broadcaster David Attenborough, which retraces the existence of prehistoric flying reptiles known as pterosaurs. In order to discover more, the naturalist travels to Southern France, New Mexico, Germany and the Jurassic Coast in Britain, and attempts to uncover how such massive creatures were able to become airborne. The programme makes use of 3D technology and CGI in order to bring the authentic Jurassic adventures of these giant lizards to life.
Jim Burroughs writes and directs this documentary looking into the critical issues surrounding the supply and control of the world's fresh water supplies. The film looks into recent flooding, drought and other water-related disasters around the globe in places such as Bangladesh, India and New Orleans, and asks what can be done to keep fresh water flowing freely for everybody.
The first two episodes of the documentary series exploring some of the biggest questions in the universe. This volume looks at the Big Bang theory, Martian meteorites, space gases, the ill-fated flight of Challenger, satellites, ozone holes, Mars Rover, space photography, moon mining, the Voyager spacecraft, space burials and NASA robots.
Pregnancy guide for fathers-to-be, with Coach Mahoney and perinatal specialist Dr. David Miller. The programme features light-hearted but comprehensive help and tips for any man who has been blessed with the joy of having a child on the way. Topics covered include what to expect with mood swings, morning sickness, cravings and other normal side-effects of pregnancy, along with what to expect from a father's perspective.
Lost in Everest's Death Zone (DVD) Also included is a 500 piece jigsaw, depicting Everest, suitable for all ages.
Two BBC science documentary series presented by physicist Brian Cox. 'Wonders of the Universe' (2011) is an exploration of the universe and its effect on human life. Vast, complex and almost infinite, the universe has been the subject of human fascination and scientific exploration for thousands of years. Its properties can seem impossible to grasp, but this series uses the evidence found in the natural world around us to explain the fundamental principles that underpin the laws of nature such as light, gravity, matter and time. In 'Wonders of the Solar System' (2010), Professor Cox demonstrates how the forces that shaped our world are also responsible for creating some of the most breathtaking sights in our solar system. Episodes are: 'Empire of the Sun', 'Order Out of Chaos', 'The Thin Blue Line', 'Dead Or Alive' and 'Aliens'.
Documentary exploring the role and implications of surveillance in British society. The UK has become one of the most intrusive surveillance states in the world. When director David Bond decides to find out how much private companies and the government really know about him by attempting to 'disappear', he finds himself on a chilling journey that forces him to contemplate the meaning of privacy - and the loss of it.
Michael Kraus directs this partially-dramatised historical documentary looking at the Civil War experiences of US Congressman Oscar Jackson. Jackson, who served with the 63rd Ohio Infantry Regiment, miraculously managed to survive the war despite being shot in the head and left for dead. |
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