In the lush forests of Indonesia, Lake Maninjao has become home to millions of coconut trees. Burhan, a master in training monkeys, has adopted Bobo – taken in by his wife Raïna – with the intention of teaching him to pick coconuts. But it takes more than just skill and knowledge to teach a monkey … Read more
Karin Beese and her family are determined to fight against one of the biggest threats to humanity nowadays: global warming. They are featured in a cutting-edge documentary, where viewers can witness their attempt to reduce their carbon footprint by 40% within just a few months. By changing their lifestyle completely – from growing their own … Read more
In the heart of the Brazilian Amazon region, an extraordinary project has taken shape. This project involves a hospital ship, the most advanced of its kind, sailing to reach some of the most remote communities along the river. The person behind this revolutionary move is none other than Pope Francis. With a capacity to serve … Read more
The tree houses in Hambach Forest have long been a symbol of resistance against open-pit lignite mining. But now, the authorities are taking action to evict dozens of activists who are fighting to save the forest from being clear-cut for lignite mining. This is where the documentary, Third Person, begins. The film follows Antje Grothus, … Read more
Food power is an increasingly important geopolitical issue, as countries use their production of food commodities to gain influence and control. Wheat, one of the most widely consumed grains in the world, has become a highly contested resource in recent years. The term ‘hard power’ is often used to refer to economic, military and demographic … Read more
Nuclear fusion offers a tantalizing solution for the world’s energy needs As global energy consumption continues to rise, renewable energies alone won’t be able to keep up However, while nuclear energy is often associated with fission and its dangers, there is another way Nuclear fusion holds enormous potential as a safe, clean, and unlimited source … Read more
Two animal rights campaigners, Sabrina Gurtner and York Ditfurth, recently traveled to Iceland with a mission to expose the country’s controversial practice of “blood farming.” This practice involves taking blood from pregnant mares and using it to artificially boost reproduction in farm animals. The pair was driven by their own personal commitment to stopping animal … Read more
An island paradise struggles to keep its idyllic beaches free from the scourge of plastic waste, while in Russia, the LGBT community faces ostracism and discrimination at every turn. Meanwhile, a contentious decision by Indian authorities continues to send Rohingya refugees back to Myanmar, despite protests from human rights groups. In a world where it … Read more
The tobacco industry has been growing exponentially over the last five decades, despite the undeniable cost to public health. Now a groundbreaking France-Canada co-production takes us behind the scenes of this powerful industry with an in-depth investigation that spans three continents. Nadia Collot’s documentary reveals a dark conspiracy of corporate negligence and moral depravity, as … Read more
Fungi are some of the most extraordinary and miraculous organisms to have ever existed on Earth. From being the oldest and largest living organisms known to us, they are also capable of offering immense solutions to our environmental issues. Ron Mann’s documentary delves into the near-secret world of these fungi. With the help of visionaries … Read more