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CHERNOBYL 4 EVER
On April 26th of 1986, the reactor #4 on Chernobyl’s nuclear plant exploded, contaminating 40% of the European territory with its’ radioactive cloud. Hundreds of thousands of volunteers known as “Liquidators” sacrificed themselves to handle the fire and deal with the consequences of one of the biggest industrial disaster of our History. Shortly after, the Soviet authorities decided to built a sarcophagus covering up the damaged reactor, leaving everyone to think that this would seal off for good the source of the problem. Twenty-five years later, a new confinement structure is under work in an effort to consolidate and secure over the long term the sarcophagus slowly affected over time. Will this so called “containment” - which should be ready within the next 5 years - settle for good any future risks of contamination or will it act more as a camouflage structure concealing the truth while benefiting the PR of the big corporations involved? Over the years the site has also turned into a strange place of curiosity and fascination. The new generation born after 1986 called the “Chernobyl Children” is struggling between occultation and desire to know the truth . Most of these young people only relate to the history of the site through the use of virtual reality, as players of the popular 3D video game Stalker. Some are still willing to face the facts and wander what lies for them and the world in the future. They know Chernobyl accident and its aftermath has affected their lives forever and they are not ready to take the truth for granted.
ROLL ON CINEMA
This film endeavours to show how the invention of cinema was in no way inevitable, and how it may well have been a mere accident. To pinpoint the start, it all began in the heart of Paris, in the depths of darkened room, on 28 March 1798, when Etienne-Gaspard Robertson gave one of his first screenings of his "Fantasmagoria" - making ghosts and spectres dance. But how did we move from perfecting the magic lantern to the cinematography of the Lumiére brothers? The invention was born throughout the 19th century, out of the unpredictable crossing of two parallel research paths - that of philosophical toys and the photography of movement. Originally-named optical devices - such as the kinesigraph, the zoetrope, the praxinoscope and the phenakistoscope, without forgetting the photographic revolver or gun - associated the realm of toys with the realm of thought, reflecting both a fascination for the magical effects produced by animation and speed, and a desire to understand human anatomy, and analyse the phenomenon of vision. All these pre-cinema optical devices literally stemmed from a desire for spectacle and the will to acquire knowledge. Robertson, Reynaud, Plateau, Muybridge and Marey spearheaded the adventure. Thanks to these brilliant inventors, we travel across the 19th century, ending in Paris in 1895 in the Salon Indien du Grand Café, where the first public movie screening took place.
JOURNEYS IN AFRICA
THE LAND OF THE ZULU. South Africa has many different tribal groups and ethnic people, but none have a more fascinating story than the Zulu. These were once the most feared warriors in all of Africa and they have fiercely held onto that culture. They’re also dedicated conservationists and we see first-hand the wildlife sanctuaries they’ve created. This is a proud people with a unique history, and we get to share that with them.
GREAT WHITE CODE RED
The Great White shark is a highly complex predator with advanced sensory weaponry. Two shark specialists, Dr Craig O’Connell and Dr Geremy Cliff look beneath the skin of the Great White to reveal the true source of its extraordinary predatory abilities and discover the secrets of one the world’s most feared predators.
TRAVEL BY DART
COSTA RICA. Spanish is one of the languages that Sorin speaks, so when it comes to countries that he visits for Travel by Dart, a Latino region is a gift. This episode features the only country in the world that doesn't have an army but provides a million happy adventures in between. Mihailovici jumps into a series of adrenaline-rushed activities, from getting to the hardest-to-access waterfall in the world to ziplining and ATV riding. While in Costa Rica, Sorin also finds himself in a crazy, magnetic field, in the middle of nowhere, as his car starts moving by itself up the hill. To sweeten up the things, a full-body massage in chocolate is a bucket list item that finally comes true during the filming of this episode. This incredible scenery brings visual treats to the viewers. It educates them on how Costa Rica and its equatorial climate became a top attraction for the rest of the world after the pandemic. Pura Vida!
BIG FIVE CHALLENGE
LEOPARD DAY. Today’s mission is to track and locate leopard, however there is no range or time requirement. They simply need to see a leopard, take a photograph and have it certified by their guides to qualify. The best leopard photograph of the day will be judged by wildlife photographer, Kimi Stewart. All teams are upbeat as they locate plenty of fresh leopard spoor, but in the morning session, only team Devil and Prada qualify by spotting a leopard on top of a hill. A filming task is added to this episode and presented by Kim Wolhuter, one of the finest wildlife film makers in Africa. The teams are given one video camera each and asked to capture the best 30 second wildlife clip of the day. Team terminator choose to film a hyena den and Kate is awestruck as the inquisitive mother hyena walks over and touches her. Team Devil and Prada film an awesome buffalo stampede but there is one problem….Karina forgets to press record!! The afternoon leopard mission turns out to be frustrating as team Terminator and the Invincibles fail to sight a leopard, bumping Devil and Prada way in the lead.
TRAVEL QUEST
PAPUA NEW GUINEA. Bill Ball breaks the rules and stereo types of travel shows as he ventures beyond the highlights. What do you do after you’ve lead groups to over 140 countries and all 7 continents? Welcome to Bill’s bucket list on steroids... Travel Quest. This new, fast-paced series chases Bill around the globe as he seeks out anything but the mundane and ordinary—coming face-to-face with the largest crocodiles in the world, snorkeling with thousands of jellyfish, walking on the rim of an exploding volcano, feeding a group of sharks without a cage, bicycling across the Serengeti... this is not your typical travel show!
TRAVEL QUEST
SOUTH KOREA. Bill Ball breaks the rules and stereo types of travel shows as he ventures beyond the highlights. What do you do after you’ve lead groups to over 140 countries and all 7 continents? Welcome to Bill’s bucket list on steroids... Travel Quest. This new, fast-paced series chases Bill around the globe as he seeks out anything but the mundane and ordinary—coming face-to-face with the largest crocodiles in the world, snorkeling with thousands of jellyfish, walking on the rim of an exploding volcano, feeding a group of sharks without a cage, bicycling across the Serengeti... this is not your typical travel show!
PAST HUNTERS
S1 EP 01: BULKELEY HOTEL. The former home of Queen Victoria is now home to many spirits who have been seen by guests and staff. Witness the first ever formal documentation of the paranormal activities in the Bulkeley Hotel.
BEAUTIFUL CHILE
NICOLÁS EYZAGUIRRE. The most arid desert in the world, millenary Patagonial ice fields, abundant forests lost in the heart of a mountain, are some of the geographical and natural wealth of Chile that we will get to watch in this program. Every episode will go around places that, most of the time, are completely isolated from the whole civilization.
RUNNING THE PYRENEES
Sebastiano Arlotta, ultra-runner, Italian, class of 1988. After a series of sporting accomplishmentsfrom IronMan to desert ultra-marathons across the Gobi, Atacama and Sahara, takes on a newchallenge: run across the Pyrenees mountain range starting on the Atlantic coast to finish on theMediterenean coast. A total of 900km with a whopping total of 60.000 meters of ascent and descentand 9 days to finish. It is not only a quest for a new record, but an extraordinary humanendeavor to chase his inner satori. In this adventure, Sebastiano takes on all of nature’s elements – from extreme weather conditionsto very difficult terrain – but also time, navigation, and he will test his own physical and mentalstrength. On his side, to guide him across the whole GR10 route is his ex house-parent fromschool – a renowned international mountain guide – Bill O’Connor with his wife Sallie. Bill, a man of experience, determined and practical, knows very well the rules of the mountainsand is no stranger to extreme physical challenges and expeditions. Only he knows Sebastianowell enough to guide him and help him achieve this goal across these mountains studied in detailsmonths before departure. PPPPPP: Practice, Preparation and Planning will Prevent a Poor Performance, but the differencebetween a trip and an adventure is that in an adventure the outcome is always unknown. The unpredictablenature of an adventure brings-on unexpected circumstances that, day by day, force toreevaluate and adapt the original plan. At a time when one pushes his physical and mental limits, it is vital to be able to evaluate the consequences of each and every action. With pure determination and grit, Sebastiano wants to reach his goal and quitting is never even an option.
MUSIC VOYAGER - (36)
Music Voyager is a music and travel broadcast series (television/cable, broadband, in-flight and mobile) that invites viewers to discover the exciting sounds of the planet. The host is Jacob Edgar, an explorer who does not search for lost cities or ancient ruins. He's on the quest for a different kind of treasure…music. As an ethnomusicologist and world music record producer, Edgar travels the globe hunting for the best songs the world has to offer, and he suffers through some of the worst…so you don’t have to. Along the way, he's rewarded with a backstage pass to concert halls, street festivals, recording studios and rehearsal rooms. With local musicians as his guide, Edgar tastes exotic and occasionally ghastly food, visits off-the-beaten path attractions and parties the night away to amazing concerts at hidden venues that only the locals know. Join music voyager for unexpected adventures and surprising discoveries that unveil the magic, mystery and music of far off lands.
MUSIC VOYAGER - (37)
Music Voyager is a music and travel broadcast series (television/cable, broadband, in-flight and mobile) that invites viewers to discover the exciting sounds of the planet. The host is Jacob Edgar, an explorer who does not search for lost cities or ancient ruins. He's on the quest for a different kind of treasure…music. As an ethnomusicologist and world music record producer, Edgar travels the globe hunting for the best songs the world has to offer, and he suffers through some of the worst…so you don’t have to. Along the way, he's rewarded with a backstage pass to concert halls, street festivals, recording studios and rehearsal rooms. With local musicians as his guide, Edgar tastes exotic and occasionally ghastly food, visits off-the-beaten path attractions and parties the night away to amazing concerts at hidden venues that only the locals know. Join music voyager for unexpected adventures and surprising discoveries that unveil the magic, mystery and music of far off lands.
OUT OF TOWN ADVENTURES
S1 EP 03: SEYCHELLES. Outta Town Adventures travels both near and far to discover the best advenures the destinations have to offer. Season 1 visits attractions from California to Rwanda, Switzerland, Iceland, Utah, Zambia, Mexico, The Grand Canyon, Georgia (the Eastern European one) Louisiana, Hawaii, Mauritius and Seychelles. This TV series is dedicated to presenting history, culture and geography in a fun and pisitive way. It encourages people to explore this beautiful world - something that starts with simply getting out of town!
OUT OF TOWN ADVENTURES
S1 EP 04: SWITZERLAND. Outta Town Adventures travels both near and far to discover the best advenures the destinations have to offer. Season 1 visits attractions from California to Rwanda, Switzerland, Iceland, Utah, Zambia, Mexico, The Grand Canyon, Georgia (the Eastern European one) Louisiana, Hawaii, Mauritius and Seychelles. This TV series is dedicated to presenting history, culture and geography in a fun and pisitive way. It encourages people to explore this beautiful world - something that starts with simply getting out of town!
WWII DOCUMENTARY FILMS
DAY OF DAYS: JUNE 6, 1944 - AMERICAN SOLDIER'S REMEMBER D-DAY. Award-winning documentary films produced to enlighten future generations about the personal stories of the WWII generations.
TRAVEL QUEST EP. 09: RWANDA
Bill Ball breaks the rules and stereo types of travel shows as he ventures beyond the highlights. What do you do after you’ve lead groups to over 140 countries and all 7 continents? Welcome to Bill’s bucket list on steroids... Travel Quest. This new, fast-paced series chases Bill around the globe as he seeks out anything but the mundane and ordinary—coming face-to-face with the largest crocodiles in the world, snorkeling with thousands of jellyfish, walking on the rim of an exploding volcano, feeding a group of sharks without a cage, bicycling across the Serengeti... this is not your typical travel show!
TRAVEL QUEST EP. 10: BOTSWANA
Bill Ball breaks the rules and stereo types of travel shows as he ventures beyond the highlights. What do you do after you’ve lead groups to over 140 countries and all 7 continents? Welcome to Bill’s bucket list on steroids... Travel Quest. This new, fast-paced series chases Bill around the globe as he seeks out anything but the mundane and ordinary—coming face-to-face with the largest crocodiles in the world, snorkeling with thousands of jellyfish, walking on the rim of an exploding volcano, feeding a group of sharks without a cage, bicycling across the Serengeti... this is not your typical travel show!
WILD CULTURE
BUSHMAN. A curious reporter, outdoor lover, will not rest until he shows us every mystery of the wild, black heart of Central Africa, discovering the stories, traditions, landscapes and gastronomy of countries like Namibia, Kenya, and Tanzania. A trip through some of the strangest and most amazing places in the world.
THE BEST SHEEPDOGS FROM WALES
The film follows Nigel and his dogs throughout the summer. Nigel Watkins is a farmer and vice-world champion sheepdog handler. Together with his partner, Janet, he runs his little farm Llanddeusant in the Brecon Beacons National Park in the south of Wales. Farming takes up a fair amount of his time, but his hobbies take up much more of it: he trains Border Collies, a breed of sheepdog.
ANCIENT CULTURE - (11)
Claudio Iturra takes viewers on a journey to the world’s most astonishing areas. Each episode of this fascinating documentary series shows a new place, which has amazed people since ancient times.
RIP FILES
S01 EP. 05 - SHADOWS OF THE PAST. The team learns to expect the unexpected, as objects move on their own and unexplained sounds plague the investigators.
RIP FILES
S01 EP. 06 - THE LAST WITCH. The R.I.P. team visits the former home of the last woman hanged for witchcraft in Virginia and encounters the spirit of the still fiercely protective foreman of her farm.
SACRED CULTURE
CREAMTORIOS VARANASI. Claudio Iturra embarks on a trip to India and Nepal, to show the life of its inhabitants, their customs, the architecture of its temples and holy cities. Get up close Hinduism, caste system, poverty, sacred cows, temples and cremations. We invite you to join a unique tour of the Indian subcontinent for an unforgettable journey.
INDIANS IN CANADA
The six remaining Indian tribes of the Tsilqhot’in in Canada are trying to combat the commercialization and exploitation of their land. The Xeni Gwet'in First Nation has been litigating to finally secure rights to their own land against the British Crown in a huge court case going back over 20 years. Representing all Indian tribes, Chief Roger William is the chief plaintiff in the most significant case in the history of indigenous case law. The Supreme Court of Canada in Ottawa has handed down its verdict.
WHAT IN THE WORLD - (15)
Presented by Peadar King, this series illustrates the human consequences of global economic inequalities and human rights violations, by focusing on how people encounter these issues on a daily basis. At the heart of Africa, the Congo for many people will always be associated with Joseph Conrad’s early twentieth-century novel the Heart of Darkness, a title that has become a by-word for the country. And for Benjamin and David, two former child soldiers, and Funaha held as a sex slave by one of the many militias that continue to terrorise the country, that metaphor remains a daily reality. The film explores how this seemingly never-ending conflict impacts on the people of North Kivu.
WHAT IN THE WORLD - (16)
Presented by Peadar King, this series illustrates the human consequences of global economic inequalities and human rights violations, by focusing on how people encounter these issues on a daily basis. At the heart of Africa, the Congo for many people will always be associated with Joseph Conrad’s early twentieth-century novel the Heart of Darkness, a title that has become a by-word for the country. And for Benjamin and David, two former child soldiers, and Funaha held as a sex slave by one of the many militias that continue to terrorise the country, that metaphor remains a daily reality. The film explores how this seemingly never-ending conflict impacts on the people of North Kivu.
MUSIC VOYAGER - (45)
Music Voyager is a music and travel broadcast series (television/cable, broadband, in-flight and mobile) that invites viewers to discover the exciting sounds of the planet. The host is Jacob Edgar, an explorer who does not search for lost cities or ancient ruins. He's on the quest for a different kind of treasure…music. As an ethnomusicologist and world music record producer, Edgar travels the globe hunting for the best songs the world has to offer, and he suffers through some of the worst…so you don’t have to. Along the way, he's rewarded with a backstage pass to concert halls, street festivals, recording studios and rehearsal rooms. With local musicians as his guide, Edgar tastes exotic and occasionally ghastly food, visits off-the-beaten path attractions and parties the night away to amazing concerts at hidden venues that only the locals know. Join music voyager for unexpected adventures and surprising discoveries that unveil the magic, mystery and music of far off lands.
MUSIC VOYAGER - (46)
Music Voyager is a music and travel broadcast series (television/cable, broadband, in-flight and mobile) that invites viewers to discover the exciting sounds of the planet. The host is Jacob Edgar, an explorer who does not search for lost cities or ancient ruins. He's on the quest for a different kind of treasure…music. As an ethnomusicologist and world music record producer, Edgar travels the globe hunting for the best songs the world has to offer, and he suffers through some of the worst…so you don’t have to. Along the way, he's rewarded with a backstage pass to concert halls, street festivals, recording studios and rehearsal rooms. With local musicians as his guide, Edgar tastes exotic and occasionally ghastly food, visits off-the-beaten path attractions and parties the night away to amazing concerts at hidden venues that only the locals know. Join music voyager for unexpected adventures and surprising discoveries that unveil the magic, mystery and music of far off lands.
THE HUNT FOR THE GIANT BUTTERFLIES
Explore how animals developed over time and generations their own medicine and health care strategies. How have these been passed onto early humans ? Questioning traditional boundaries between human and animal, we will travel from Central African Republic, to Tanzania, from the US to France with the leading experts in animal behaviour. Today\'s science revisits the birth of animal intelligence and culture.
JOURNEYS IN AFRICA
KILWA KISIWANI: SWAHILI KING OF THE INDIAN OCEAN. This ancient ruined city, lost to history, was one of the most powerful in the world during its prime. The architectural sophistication and sheer size will amaze. Then Journeys heads out to the deep ocean for some big game fishing. Will we land the big one or return empty handed?
JOURNEYS IN AFRICA
TSAVO: LEGACY OF THE MAN-EATERS. Featured in films and documentaries, the mane-less lions of Tsavo have a fierce reputation – man-eaters. Journeys embarks on a photo hunt for these legendary beasts of the bush. In the process, we witness the raw power of the ghosts in the dark.
CLOSE QUARTER BATTLE
EP. 12. No country other than France operates an elite military force that invites foreign nationals to serve in its ranks. With a reputation for being a safe haven for individuals with questionable pasts, the French Foreign Legion is a true mercenary army that has garnered signifi cant respect within the global special operations community. This episode of CQB examines a raid by the Foreign Legion on a small airport in Iraq during the 1990 Gulf War, exploring the nature of the Legion, how it diff ers from other special forces, and how it prepares for a wide variety of close quarter battle scenarios in conflict situations around the world.
CLOSE QUARTER BATTLE
EP. 13. Ten years ago, thousands of US and Coalition forces personnel, ranging from elite soldiers to reservists, found themselves in the middle of two confl icts that required an entirely diff erent approach to warfare than they had previously experienced. From special forces units securing vital points of strategic interest and capturing key individuals in Afghanistan. This episode of CQB takes a close look at some of at how special operations were integrated into regular units and how they fought through many close quarter combat situations with a combination of intelligence, high-tech weaponry and surveillance technologies to fi nd and capture Saddam Hussein.
ISLANDS IN A DESERT SEA
Baja California - a 1000 mile long desert peninsula. The Sea of Cortez, separating it from the Mexican mainland, is studded with islands, large and small.It’s a sea teeming with lifeThe islands may be barren but oceanic upwellings draw in massive schools of fishAnd this richness attracts the inevitable predators. Biologically speaking, this is the richest body of water on our entire planet. The calm waters among the islands are perfect breeding grounds, creatures migrating thousands of miles to spawn their next generation here. Primeval forces draw giants here on an annual migration from frozen northern seas. Other creatures also travel thousands of miles to nest here on tiny dots in the ocean. The sea of Cortez has been relentlessly exploited by man, driving some species to the brink of extinction. Yet this almost land-locked sea also provides evidence of the remarkable resilience of the ocean. And it also shows us how we humans can sometimes make a difference...
AFRICA'S DEADLIEST
EP. 03. Hippos are terrifying animals in their own right, but they also have enough meat on them to be tempting prey. A pride of 16 lions surround one, but its jaws can crush a skull with one bite – who will triumph?
ANIMAL EMBASSY
SUPER VET TO THE RESCUE. As Loro Parque’s head vet, Jorge never knows from one day to the next what will come through his clinic. From tending to oversexed otters, fine-footed flamingoes or armoured armadillos, a day spent with Jorge, is a day immersed in nature from the four corners of the globe. Ever seen a grown man hug a turtle? For Javier, Loro Parque’s Head of Environmental Affairs, it’s all part of the job! He’s hitting the high seas of Tenerife with a turtle tracker in hand to help with scientific research - but first he’s just got to locate the turtle - 2,000 meters down in the ocean!
ANIMAL EMBASSY
CLOWNFISH AND WHITE TIGERS. ‘Finding Nemo’ may have brought fame to the striped clownfish but their newfound popularity has sent worldwide numbers into decline. Now we follow the aquarium team as they initiate their very own breeding program with the hope of finding many more Nemos to come. Jorge has got a 200-pound problem on his hands. Lin Mao the white tiger has something wrong with his hip and the vets need to make a diagnosis. Problem is, Lin Mao’s not responding to the anesthetic Jorge just administered and he has to decide what to do next...very quickly.
HAPPINESS IS ON THE PLATE - (1)
A tasty series blending travel, cooking, nature and civic sense, following the daily work of five "green" chefs fighting for eco-friendly cooking in France, China, California, Benin and Tasmania. To preserve the environment, to give preference to local products and to indulge our taste buds with healthy foods, is the creed of these new chefs from five continents. 5 places, 5 biotopes, 5 chefs or 'food entrepreneurs': Arnaud Daguin in the Basque country, Dai Jiangjun in the Zhejiang Chinese mountains, Luke Burgess in Tasmania, David Kinch in California and Godfrey Nzamujo in Benin. Serving the future on their plates, and happiness as a side dish.
RIP FILES
S01 EP. 09 - THE MAD MAJOR. This angry spirit doesn't like being dead and still considers himself the sole owner of lovely Oaklands Mansion.
RIP FILES
S01 EP. 10 - EMPTY GRAVES. Their bodies have long turned to dust, but the spirits of the original owners who built Bellewood remain in charge and don't mind chasing out tresspassers.
BLUE REALM
LIONS OF THE DEEP. The Blue Realm is a stunning and engrossing TV series featuring amazing undersea animals and marine life. Utilizing superb HD imagery, engaging stories and the world's leading scientists, the series takes viewers on extraordinary underwater journeys of discovery.
WILL WE SOON BE EATING IN VITRO MEAT
Does cultured meat - which numerous scientists in various countries are working on - open up real perspectives for feeding a rising population and for fighting pollution? Or does it represent a false hope? Will the environmental arguments put forward in its favour be enough to convince consumers to eat cultured meat? Is the current commercial success of the first meat-substitute products available on the market heralding a change in what we eat? Would it not be preferable to turn towards insects, given that they are an already established source of protein and, what's more, are natural? This documentary, shot in the US, China, India, France, Holland and Laos, will change the way you see steak - forever!
WHAT IN THE WORLD - (28)
Presented by Peadar King, this series illustrates the human consequences of global economic inequalities and human rights violations, by focusing on how people encounter these issues on a daily basis. At the heart of Africa, the Congo for many people will always be associated with Joseph Conrad’s early twentieth-century novel the Heart of Darkness, a title that has become a by-word for the country. And for Benjamin and David, two former child soldiers, and Funaha held as a sex slave by one of the many militias that continue to terrorise the country, that metaphor remains a daily reality. The film explores how this seemingly never-ending conflict impacts on the people of North Kivu.
PATHS OF READING
How do our brains carry out the process of reading? A professor emeritus guides us through this fascinating exploration of a high-precision neural mechanism. The film structures itself around a central question we ask as an enigma: how to reconcile the cultural singularity that is reading, developed recently by our single species, with the slow pace of genetic evolution, and therefore with the fixity of brain biology? Stanislas Dehaene proposed an astonishing scientific hypothesis: neuronal recycling. In other words, our cultural inventions, such as reading, resulting in the diversion of pre-existing brain function.
THE AVIATORS (13)
S5. AIRCRAFT ENGINES: We take it back to basics when examining the components used to build aircraft engines so that they produce the kind of power needed to make airplanes fly. AIR TRACTOR: From fertilizing crops to fighting wildfires, the aerial application aircraft is a highly specialized bear of a bird... not to mention, it looks super cool!