Browse documentary movie and series in Ireland
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The uplifting and inspirational stories of unique individuals around the world living with rare medical conditions, who are determined to live their best lives.
Unbelievable Me (2023 )
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TV presenter and designer Sarah Moore realises her dream of transforming a derelict relic on the Greek island of Skiathos into a fabulous family foothold
Home Greek Home (2023 )
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Rebels, rockstars, revolutionaries. On court, they were legends. Off court, they challenged the world. Ashe, McEnroe, Borg, King, Navratilova, Evert - the golden age of tennis.
Gods of Tennis (2023 )
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Gripping three-part docuseries examining the assassination of the so-called 'Essex Boys' in 1995, a case that has sparked countless gangster films, books and a frenzy of speculation.
The Essex Murders (2023 )
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Jonathan Ross goes in search of Britain's fantastical forgotten fables, mythical mysteries and lost local legends
Jonathan Ross' Myths and Legends (2023 )
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Dinosaur with Stephen Fry chronologically tells the definitive story of 165 million years on earth - from the dawn of the dinosaurs to their extinction.
Dinosaur with Stephen Fry (2023 )
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Explores the phenomena of why street sex workers are targeted by predators as potential victims. ‘Murder In The Red Light’ takes the crimes of serial killer, Steve Wright, as the starting point for a deep dive in to this phenomena. Infamously known as the Suffolk Strangler, during a six-week murder spree in 2006.
Murder in the Red Light (2023 )
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A gloriously escapist look at how the Caribbean islands' well-heeled residents live, work and relax in a billionaire's playground
The Caribbean: Billionaires' Paradise (2023 )
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Deadline Day is a ground-breaking insight into the most talked about but least understood aspect of modern football: the transfer market. With unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to world class players and Europe’s premier agents, the series unmasks the men whose job it is to make footballers’ dreams a reality and, for the first time, reveals how headline-grabbing multimillion pound deals get done.
Deadline Day: Football's Transfer Window (2023 )
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Details the 2006 murder of Robert Wone, a young attorney who was found mysteriously stabbed to death at a friend’s home in Washington, D.C.
Who Killed Robert Wone? (2023 )
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Follows the wildlife biologist as she travels to one of Earth’s last great wildernesses to reveal fresh insights about its animals. The series documents a new aerial approach to wildlife research that is helping scientists study the Arctic’s magnificent creatures in new and innovative ways.
Arctic From Above (2023 )
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The four-part investigative doc-series "Juan Carlos: Downfall of The King" charts the rise and fall of the former Spanish King Juan Carlos I from his enthronement to the present day, accompanied by affairs, greed for money, accusations of corruption and abuse of power on an unimaginable scale.
Juan Carlos: Downfall of the King (2023 )
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Over the 1980s and 1990s Dublin transformed from a recession-blighted backwater to one of the wealthiest cities in Europe. As its fortunes changed so did those of its criminals, who began selling heroin, ecstasy and cocaine. Dublin Narcos tells the story of the rise in addiction, violence and organised crime which persists to this day, with first hand testimony from the kingpins and cops to the ravers and users. We also hear from the fearless journalists whose attempts at exposing the drugs barons led to the death of one of their bravest, Veronica Guerin.
Dublin Narcos (2023 )
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From the Australian Outback to the alps of New Zealand, Close Encounters Down Under investigates some of the most bizarre alien contacts of all time.
Close Encounters Down Under (2023 )
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Eoin Warner sails a 140-year-old Galway Hooker out into the Atlantic to showcase the extraordinary wild magic of Ireland's western islands, from Basking Sharks off Inishtrahull, to White Tailed Eagle off the Cork coast.
Ireland's Wild Islands (2023 )
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British true crime documentary series revealing ten tragically, ill-fated love stories.
Sleeping with My Murderer (2023 )
Hunting Dinosaurs (2023 )
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In their day, Marian 'Lady Tyger' Trimiar, Cathy 'Cat' Davis and 'Pretty' Pat Pineda were famous, earning headlines as they battled against sexist 1970s society for the right to fight. But today, they live anonymously, and in many cases, in poverty - their groundbreaking contributions to sport ignored by the men who've written boxing history. This feature documentary uncovers the hidden origins of women's boxing, and the remarkable story of the pioneering women who put their lives of the line to earn the right to fight each other in the ring. This is an inspirational story, but it is not a hagiography - the narrative takes dark and surprising twists and turns as the women's stories unfold in unexpected ways.
Right to Fight (2023 )
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The extraordinary story of disco queen Donna Summer through a rich archive of unpublished film excerpts, home video, photographs, artwork, writings, personal audio and other recordings that span the life of one of the most iconic performers ever to shake a room to its timbers. From her early career with Giorgio Moroder in Germany, to later years more focused on spirituality and family life as a shelter from troubles associated with both notoriety and intimate wounds, her story is all the more special for being told in the first person – both singular and plural.
Love to Love You, Donna Summer (2023 )
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In his provocative 2021 book, The Devil You Know: A Black Power Manifesto, New York Times opinion columnist Charles M. Blow calls for a “reverse Great Migration” of African Americans from the North back to the South to upend today’s political power structures while reclaiming the land and culture they left behind. South to Black Power does more than illustrate Blow’s enlightening ideas; we journey through Blow’s personal story, from his childhood in Louisiana to his role as father to young adult children in New York City, showing us the hard-won truths behind his vision for the future.
South to Black Power (2023 )
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Lars Eidinger is one of Germany’s most talented and versatile actors with his love of improvisation and physical acting style. This documentary seeks to dispel some of the mystique surrounding this exceptional actor’s unique art and also provide an exciting insight into the world of theatre and filmmaking.
Lars Eidinger – To Be or Not To Be (2023 )
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As the clock counted down to the the 21st century, the world faced a potential technological disaster: a bug that could cause computers to misinterpret the year 2000 as 1900. Crafted entirely from archival footage and featuring first-hand accounts from computer experts, survivalists, scholars, militia groups, conservative Christians, and pop icons, Time Bomb Y2K is a prescient and often humorous tale about the power and vulnerabilities of technology.
Time Bomb Y2K (2023 )
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With unprecedented access to the Mary Tyler Moore Estate, friends, family, and colleagues, Being Mary Tyler Moore constructs an intimate mosaic of Mary's sixty-year career in show business.
Being Mary Tyler Moore (2023 )
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We follow Otto Baxter, a 35-year-old man with Down Syndrome, over six years, as he writes and directs a foul-mouthed, autobiographical comedy-horror-musical set in Victorian London. Otto, who has always struggled to explain how he feels, uses his film The Puppet Asylum to explore his birth, adoption and his epic battle with ‘The Master’ – an evil magician hell-bent on controlling his life. During the filmmaking process Otto’s birth mother dies and he finds himself confronting life in the real world, including his future. Otto’s filmmaker friends Bruce Fletcher and Peter Beard help him to bring his vision to life, but also learn more about his unique perspective on the world and how they can play a role in his future.
Otto Baxter: Not a F***ing Horror Story (2023 )
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Following a series of great white shark attacks that dominated the headlines, one Cape Cod community renegotiates its relationship with the marine environment. Local residents, fishermen, and environmentalists are forced to confront dramatic changes to their way of life. How far can we push nature before it bites back?
After the Bite (2023 )
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This timely exploration of Hollywood and LGBTQ+ identity examines the life of legendary actor Rock Hudson, from his public "ladies' man" persona to his private life as a gay man.
Rock Hudson: All That Heaven Allowed (2023 )
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The story of Medi Abalimba, a former footballer who took on the identities of a Premier League star, MI6 agent and US Navy Seal. His sophisticated web of lies conned multiple victims – breaking hearts, stealing millions and destroying lives. With access to those scammed, this feature documentary tells the story from the victims’ perspective, revealing the lengths Abalimba went to in his elaborate cons.
The Football Fraudster (2023 )
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An exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at Sofia Coppola’s Priscilla, Liv McNeil’s documentary sparkles with an infectious enthusiasm for the magic of cinema. From visual moodboards to the creation of Graceland, this engaging short reveals the extraordinary craft behind the making of a dark fairytale.
The Making of Priscilla (2023 )
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Balkrishna Doshi (1927-2023) is one of India's most influential 20th century architects and recipient of the Pritzker Architecture Prize. Doshi and his practice Vastu-Shilpa has a portfolio spanning over 70 years, including collaborations with both Le Corbusier and Louis Kahn. The film introduces viewers to his famous buildings and offers an exclusive look into his work process. Doshi shares his sources of inspiration and motivation and is also a brilliant storyteller. His presence of mind, his humor and his wisdom create the image of a man from whom we can not only learn to build humanly, but from whom we can learn – to be human.
The Promise, Architect BV Doshi (2023 )
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When it comes to 'what Mother Nature intended', it turns out she was pretty open-minded. In this vivid, funny and eye-opening one-off doc we take the audience on a journey to explore the rich diversity of animal sexuality.
Queer Planet (2023 )
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Ten years ago, inspired by the teacher who inspired her, actor-comedian Rosie O’Donnell established a school, giving public school kids access to dance, music, and drama. This film follows five kids, as they pursue their stage and screen goals, learning to believe in themselves.
Rosie's Theater Kids (2023 )
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A portrait of musician and artist Peter Doherty as he tries to pursue his musical career while battling his addiction. Torn between the needs of his inner life and the demands of the outside world, Doherty dares to face all the demons to overcome this misunderstood disease.
Peter Doherty: Stranger In My Own Skin (2023 )
