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Stratusphere
2008
Stratusphere
2008
Seven-time WWE world champion Trish Stratus is going to the mat for a globe-trotting adventure. She travels to some of the world's most exotic locations -- Indonesia, Thailand, New Zealand and Fiji among them -- to explore the history and culture of the cities she visits, and to take part in some daring physical challenges.Checo Pérez: ¡No te rindas, cabr#n!
2024
star 8.4Checo begins his 2023 Formula 1 season under great pressure. He has the best car on the grid and aims to become the world champion. He has a great start on the street circuits of Baku and Jeddah, but an accident in Monaco puts his season at risk. Checo needs to show why he belongs among the best and never stop proving it.Positive
2021
Positive
2021
A poignant look into Britain's 40-year struggle with HIV/AIDS, told through the stories of some of the earliest HIV patients, healthcare workers and activitsts.Al Zahir Baybars
2005
Al Zahir Baybars
2005
The life and exploits of al-Zahir Baibars, Sultan of Egypt and the Levant, his journey from being a slave to Prince Ala’ al-Din al-Bunduqari, until he became sultan, and the many important events he was involved in, like the fall of Baghdad at the hands of Mongol commander Hulagu Khan, and the battle of Ain Jalut.Animal Art: Photogenic Creatures
2024
Long regarded as mere subjects for amateur or specialist nature photographers, animals are increasingly inspiring art photographers to produce surprising creations, sometimes with a social message. Five photographers present their work and their perspectives on the animal world.1066: The Battle for Middle Earth
2009
star 7.1In this blend of historical drama and original source material, the story of this decisive year is remagined, not from the saddles of kings and conquerors, but through the eyes of the ordinary men who fought on their behalf.America's National Parks
2022
star 7.5A celebration of the natural wonder and power of nature in our backyard. From iconic places to secret gems, this series will open the gateways for all to explore the breadth of the beauty and tranquilityGaialand
2022
Gaialand
2022
star 8.3In the Paris of the 80's, a group of young idealists, sensing an ecological catastrophe to come, want to show that another world is possible. Guided by a mysterious Amerindian shaman, they practice veganism, set up organic stores and live in teepees in the middle of buildings. Quickly accused by their families and the press of being manipulated, they start a long ecological march through Europe. A chase begins between the members of this community and those who accuse them of being under their control. After 10 years of wandering, the "Tribe" finally settles in Finland, in the extreme conditions of the Great North, to live its Utopia of a tribal life in harmony with nature: how far are they willing to save "Gaïaland"? Thanks to unique archives and rare testimonies of former followers, the "Gaïaland" series dives into the fascinating true story of this community and its demons.Call Me Ted
2024
Call Me Ted
2024
star 7The life and legacy of Ted Turner is told in his own words in this six-part documentary series.True Trans
2014
True Trans
2014
star 6.3True Trans tells the story of Against Me!'s punk rock singer Laura Jane Grace who came out as a transgender woman in 2012, and the experiences of other trans and gender-variant people she met on the road.Back to Barrytown
2021
Back to Barrytown
2021
Colm Meaney presents a celebration of Roddy Doyle's trilogy about Dublin family the Rabbittes and the film adaptations of the books, The Commitments, The Snapper and The Van.Der Letzte seines Standes?
1991
star 7Der Letzte seines Standes? Is a documentary television series of the BR. On behalf of the Bayerischer Rundfunks, several filmmakers produced 30-minute film documentaries on old craftsmanship and old production methods. The aim of the series was to portray centuries of craft trades that are threatened with extinction because of industrial progress. In the individual documentation craftsmen were represented in the manual production of a product corresponding to their guild. The protagonist provides information about his apprenticeship, his working life, but also about the recipes, handbooks, materials and techniques of the traditional way of producing his product.Moon Shot
1994
Moon Shot
1994
July 20, 1969. Anyone who was alive on that day can likely tell you exactly where they were when mankind achieved one of its greatest accomplishments: landing on the moon. On the 40th anniversary of this amazing feat, The History Channel interviews alll of the personnel that were involved including Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin & Micheal Collins.Engineering an Empire
2005
star 8Engineering an Empire is a program on The History Channel that explores the engineering and/or architectural feats that were characteristic of some of the greatest societies on this planet. It is hosted by Peter Weller, famous for his acting role as RoboCop but also a lecturer at Syracuse University, where he completed his Master's in Roman and Renaissance Art. The executive producer is Delores Gavin. The show started as a documentary about the engineering feats of Ancient Rome and later evolved into a series. It originally ran for one full season of weekly episodes.The Chocolate Queen
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The Chocolate Queen
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Ons DNA
2022
Ons DNA
2022
The Team: A Season With McLaren
1993
star 8The Team: A Season With McLaren is a 7 part TV series produced by John Gau Productions for the BBC during the 1993 Formula One season and first transmitted on BBC Two during November and December 1993. The series followed the team and regular drivers Ayrton Senna and Michael Andretti, as well as test driver Mika Häkkinen, giving a behind the scenes insight to the McLaren team.Yonge Street: Toronto Rock & Roll Stories
2011
Before Barenaked Ladies, Broken Social Scene and Rush rose from Toronto's music scene, there was Rompin' Ronnie Hawkins, Robbie Robertson and Gordon Lightfoot making a name for themselves on Yonge Street. This three-part documentary reveals the history of how Toronto's main drag became the leading destination for singers, musicians and music fans not only in the city but across Canada as well. It began in the mid-1950s and flourished until the early '70s, and in between such artists as David Clayton-Thomas, Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Levon Helm, Led Zeppelin and Jeff Beck performed on Yonge Street. In addition to archival audio and video footage, featured interviewees include Hawkins, Robertson, Lightfoot, music producer Daniel Lanois and festival promoter John Brower.
