In the far south of Madagascar, a crisis is unfolding that is largely going unnoticed by the international media. For over a hundred years, villages in this region have been dealing with drought and famine that has been exacerbated by raids from armed bandits known as “Dahalo”, climate change, and a weak government. The effect … Read more
Jamaica is known for its reggae music and beautiful beaches. However, it is also a mountainous island covered in lush tropical vegetation. Unfortunately, the road network is in a disastrous condition, particularly in the Blue Mountain region where the peaks rise over 2,000m above sea level. Only the hardiest dare venture there, or the poorest. … Read more
Venezuela is a nation in the grip of a deep and ongoing economic crisis, with food shortages, hyperinflation, and increasing restrictions on press freedom. The latter has been particularly hard-hitting for independent media outlets – yet some brave young journalists are finding ways to get the stories out. How? By taking to city buses to … Read more
Across Africa today, there is a contentious debate surrounding the use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) to help solve two of the continent’s biggest problems – famine and malaria. In a documentary titled “Africa, GMOs and Western Interests,” the filmmakers explore this controversial subject matter in search of answers that transcend the surface-level claims being … Read more
The world’s soils are degrading at an alarming rate, with over 100,000 square kilometers of fertile land lost annually. Concrete and chemicals have disintegrated this vital foundation of life. The documentary tells the story of Josef Nagl, an Austrian farmer, who has transformed his family farm, radiating a clear message that we must respect and … Read more
Animals Like Us is an incredibly moving and enlightening documentary about the relationship between humans and animals. With interviews from an array of experts in animal medicine, the film delves into the notion that humans are not the only species capable of empathy and emotion — animals, too, share our capacity to love, feel pain … Read more
In the Himalayas, water is melting away at an alarming rate, jeopardizing the supply of nearly 2 billion people across South Asia. In “Politics of Climate Change,” CNA goes undercover to observe the proliferation of water thieves in Karachi and discovers how water has become the center of a major flashpoint between arch-rivals India and … Read more
For centuries, Albanian shepherds have been wandering the Balkan Mountains with their herds of goats and sheep in search of lush meadows to sustain them. This esteemed tradition has been passed down through generations; however, it was tragically interrupted when Albania fell under communist rule. After the fall of communism, these shepherds are determined to … Read more
Deep in the jungle of Cambodia lies a jewel from the Khmer Empire – the temple of Banteay Chhmar. Half-devoured by nature and forgotten by most, the 800-year-old complex is slowly being rediscovered. To preserve and restore their temple, the village community has taken charge in an experiment unknown in Cambodia. Rice farmers, with almost … Read more
Volcanologists are some of the bravest people in the world. For centuries, they have been studying and protecting people from the destructive force of molten rock and ash that can spew out of active volcanoes. Despite their courage and dedication, they are often overlooked and their work goes largely unrecognized. A new documentary seeks to … Read more