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In August, 2014, a video of the public execution of American photojournalist James Foley rippled across the globe. Foley wore an orange jumpsuit as he knelt beside an ISIS militant dressed in black. That image challenged the world to deal with a new face of terror. And it tested one American family. Seen through the lens of filmmaker Brian Oakes, Foley’s close childhood friend, Jim takes us from small-town New England to the adrenaline-fueled front lines of Libya and Syria, where Foley pushed the limits of danger to report on the plight of civilians impacted by war.
Jim: The James Foley Story (2016 )
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Through two exciting episodes, Peric accompanies Europe’s top teams from the cancellation of the competition in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic to the crowning of the 2020-21 champion at the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Final Four.
Back to Basketball (2022 )
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With the help of industry experts, this innovative docuseries examines new and emerging technological trends to imagine revolutionary possibilities.
The Future Of (2022 )
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The life of Star Trek's Mr. Spock — as well as that of Leonard Nimoy, the actor who played Mr. Spock for almost fifty years —written and directed by his son, Adam.
For the Love of Spock (2016 )
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Storm chasers, survivors and first responders recount their harrowing experiences with volcanoes, tornadoes, hurricanes and earthquakes.
Earthstorm (2022 )
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The adventures of lion cubs, elephants, penguins, pangolins and more as they learn to cope with the ups and downs of life in the wild and try their best to reach adulthood in an unforgiving world.
Wild Babies (2022 )
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Narrated by Idris Elba, this docuseries explores the origins and evolution of play across the globe, from age-old rituals to billion-dollar businesses.
Human Playground (2022 )
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Following a long fascination with the religion and with much experience in dealing with eccentric, unpalatable and unexpected human behavior, the beguilingly unassuming Theroux won't take no for an answer when his request to enter the Church's headquarters is turned down. Inspired by the Church's use of filming techniques, and aided by ex-members of the organization, Theroux uses actors to replay some incidents people claim they experienced as members in an attempt to better understand the way it operates. In a bizarre twist, it becomes clear that the Church is also making a film about Louis Theroux.
My Scientology Movie (2016 )
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The life story of musician Michael 'Duff' McKagan (Guns N' Roses, Velvet Revolver, Loaded).
It's So Easy and Other Lies (2016 )
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Every day, hundreds of asteroids fall towards Earth. Small asteroids cause no harm, but large asteroids can have major consequences. There is no doubt that a killer asteroid will one day cross paths with the Earth… and that we will need to be ready to act. Knowing this threat is coming, the world's space agencies have set up specialist departments for detecting and exploring asteroids. For the first time in history, they are even planning on changing an asteroid’s orbit to protect the planet. Will we be able to avoid global catastrophe?
Asteroid Rush (2022 )
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An inside look at a West Hollywood cult formed by a charismatic teacher in the 1980s that eventually imploded.
Holy Hell (2016 )
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Don’t Look Down is the untold story behind Sir Richard Branson’s daring attempts to cross the Atlantic and Pacific in the mid 80s and early 90s in the world’s largest hot air balloon. Daniel Gordon captures the intensity and passion of the team that was involved in this ambitious project, as well as the first-hand account from Branson himself. Branson remembers details of his journey with remarkable sharpness and clarity. It’s as if the perilous adventure he embarks upon, with engineer, and Balloonist, Per Lindstrand, just occurred.
Don't Look Down (2016 )
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Journalist Susan Zalkind investigates the triple murder that took her friend’s life, the national tragedy that shook her city, and the haunting question that connects the two events: if the murders had been solved, could the Boston Marathon bombing could have been prevented?
The Murders Before the Marathon (2022 )
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Capturing life on the Italian island of Lampedusa, a frontline in the European migrant crisis.
Fire at Sea (2016 )
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Money made America a global empire and for the last 150 years America’s riches have been controlled by the titans of Wall Street.
Titans: The Rise of Wall Street (2022 )
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Take an unforgettable journey with Hillary and Chelsea Clinton as they go on adventures with some of the world’s boldest and bravest women—from household names to unsung heroes—who make us laugh and inspire us to be more gutsy.
Gutsy (2022 )
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This gripping, atmospheric documentary recounts the infamous trial, conviction and eventual acquittal of Seattle native Amanda Knox for the 2007 murder of a British exchange student in Italy.
Amanda Knox (2016 )
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An intimate instructional documentary series, that takes us onto the desks and into the lives of talented artists and animators. Each episode focuses on a single artist teaching us how to draw a single iconic character from a Walt Disney Animation Studios film.
Sketchbook (2022 )
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Embrace follows body image activist Taryn Brumfitt's crusade as she explores the global issue of body loathing, inspiring us to change the way we feel about ourselves and think about our bodies.
Embrace (2016 )
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This documentary is dives into the origins of yoga. A journey that will bring a young ascetic, belonging to the oldest Indian monastic order, to the most important religious festival for Hindu: The Kumbh Mela.
Naga the Eternal Yogi (2016 )
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Specializing in one-of-a-kind custom builds, Bill Carlton and the crew of Houston's Ekstensive Metal Works deal with rowdy customers, challenging projects and tight timelines while working on everything from muscle cars to monster trucks.
Texas Metal (2017 )
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Documentary on the art and culture of Florence in 15th century Tuscany and, in particular, the work of Eary Ranaissance painter Sandro Botticelli (1445-1501).
Botticelli, Florence and the Medici (2021 )
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A look at the world of in vitro fertilization and the rapidly-advancing science of childbearing.
Future Baby (2016 )
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When a feminist filmmaker sets out to document the mysterious and polarizing world of the Men’s Rights Movement, she begins to question her own beliefs. Chronicling Cassie Jaye’s journey exploring an alternate perspective on gender equality, power and privilege.
The Red Pill (2016 )
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For the first time, cameras will go behind the scenes to reveal what it takes to run one of the world’s greatest performing arts centres, the Sydney Opera House.
Inside The Sydney Opera House (2022 )
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Facing the destructive forces of modern agriculture, a handful of Hawaiians seek to use the wisdom of their ancestors to make Hawaii a beacon of hope for an uncertain future.
Island Earth (2016 )
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As daily airstrikes pound civilian targets in Syria, a group of indomitable first responders risk their lives to rescue victims from the rubble.
The White Helmets (2016 )
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Some of the most thrilling weapons action sequences from movies and TV are put to the test. Join U.S. Special Forces veteran Terry Schappert and weapons master Larry Zanoff as they utilize the expertise of Hollywood's premier prop house and weapons builder — and break down some of the most explosive action in Hollywood history.
Hollywood Weapons (2017 )
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Sonia Kennebeck takes on the controversial tactic of drone warfare, and demands accountability through the personal accounts—recollections, traumas, and responses—of three American military veterans whose lives have been shaken by the roles they played in this controversial method of attack.
National Bird (2016 )
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Documentary featuring a jaw-dropping, behind-the-scenes look at the attempted comeback of Anthony Weiner in 2013 as he mounts a campaign for New York City mayor in the wake of his sexting scandal. Featuring unfettered access to the candidate and his campaign.
Weiner (2016 )
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Girl Power is a documentary that presents female graffiti writers from fifteen cities – from Prague to Moscow, Cape Town, Sydney, Biel, Madrid, Berlin, Toulouse, Barcelona and all the way to New York. The graffiti community is predominantly a man's world, and men often share the view that graffiti – namely the illegal kind – is not for girls. And yet women have become increasingly more emancipated in recent years; there are female graffiti shows, magazines and websites. Girl Power captures the stories of ladies who have succeeded in the male graffiti world.
Girl Power (2016 )
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A documentary chronicling the filmmaking career of Dennis Hopper.
Along for the Ride (2016 )