Every day, across the UK, from Highland mountains to Lakeland fells and the Cornish coast, search and rescue heroes put their lives on the line to keep us safe
Take an exclusive peek inside the adrenaline-fueled world of the real Expendables'. Mercenaries' shines a light on the murky world of guns for hire, examining their motivations, fears and hopes as they become embroiled in conflict across far-flung frontiers. These soldiers of fortune are modern day equivalents of the Renaissance Condottierri, making headlines as Private Military Companies'. Highly controversial and diverse in methods and morals, are they lawless murderers or honourable guardians of the weak? Frequently hired by governments and multinational corporations, who would these men refuse to fight for? Is there a code of honour amongst them? Mercenaries' will reveal how these soldiers are more than mere Hollywood mythology, as they risk their lives in places most men fear to tread.
The main characters are Petar, Vlada, Marko and Toma, modern, well-meaning and present men, who become friends through fatherhood. Vlada is a traditional and somewhat rude owner of a pizzeria, the father of three boys who has huge problems with his wife due to his own jealousy. Marko is a dissatisfied actor in his climax, who has an unstable job, an ex-wife and two daughters, but also a new, too ambitious woman, who gave birth to his son. Petar is a successful lawyer, who is in love with himself and his way of life, who changes radically when he realizes that he has a son when he didn't know about it. Toma is a nice veterinarian, who moves to Belgrade with his daughter, after the death of his wife, in order to start a new life. The lives of these four heroes will intertwine in an unusual way, which will lead to various life twists, laughter, intrigue, tears, partings, new loves and friendships in which various people, their friends, women, girls, associates, etc. will be involved.
Regarding criminality, not many genres inspire as much horror and revulsion as that of a serial killer. A predator in the most savage form. A beastly figure usually preying on the weak, innocent and vulnerable. Deeply-embedded negative and sometimes horrific experiences are the usual catalysts for their reign of terror. Take a look inside these murderous minds.
The dating show that puts the woman in charge. One single girl invites five guys who are looking for love to move into her home and live with her for a week...all at the same time.
This documentary is an engaging exploration of how some of Australia's deadliest animals are inspiring cutting edge research and applications in bio-medicine and bio-technology. Graphics and animation are used throughout to unpack and explain the scientific knowledge behind how the most dangerous killers hold the key to saving lives.
Witness the rich and tumultuous history behind our nation's Shrine of Democracy in this stunning new documentary series. Chip into the history of the men whose faces are sculpted and the men who sculpted them in this 7-part chronicle containing detailed biographies and virtual tours of Rushmore and the nearby Crazy Horse Memorial. Celebrate the magnificence of this American icon with breathtaking visual storytelling surrounding the awe-inspiring Mount Rushmore.
Tony Pergatelli is a low-level bureaucrat in Purgatory - a claims adjustor for Death. Day in and day out, Tony reviews the files of the newly dead and decides singlehandedly whether they're approved or denied to get into Heaven. He's unqualified, unsure of himself and unbelievably burdened by the weight of his choices. It's just one thing after another!
Concise, all too brief, historically accurate accounts of shocking moments from the lives (or deaths) of famous composers. Brahms makes the list twice.
For Britain's city dwellers the temptation to exchange the daily grind for an English country living is great. The Good Life follows four couples who have headed for the hills. Discover the 'The Good Life' in the beautiful English countryside.
When American troops started their final invasion of Nazi Germany in February 1945, cameramen were at their side and complied over a thousand reels covering 12 weeks in Germany until the ultimate collapse of the Third Reich including stories on the road from the Bulge over the Remagen Bridge to the Eagle’s Nest. Michael Kloft has selected the most striking scenes for his two-part documentary.
When Nazi Germany unleashed its military might, a new world was introduced into the lexicon of warfare, Blitzkrieg – Lightning War! Nearly all of Europe fell before the horrifying power of Hitler’s seemingly unstoppable armies. With powerful archive film footage and highly detailed computer generated battle maps, we chart the progress of a deprived post World War I Germany.