Have you ever heard of Suriname? It may not be a country that immediately comes to mind, but this hidden gem is one of the most distinctive and exciting places on Earth. It is difficult to find Suriname on a map. Suriname is found at the heart of the Amazon: a country of jungle. At … Read more
In the far north of Benin lies an arid jungle, and within it resides the proud Baribas people. Traditionally warriors, they now make their wealth primarily through the cotton market. Every month, Dramane and Zachari take on the perilous task of transporting several tons of goods from the North to the South of Benin in … Read more
The Moroccan Oases are in trouble. Desertification and droughts due to climate change are leaving their mark on these palm-fringed settlements. An age-old way of life is at risk, threatening the survival of a whole region populated by close to two million people. Meet Halim Sbai, a native of M’hamid El Ghizlane, where the oasis … Read more
In a world where population growth, climate change and soil exhaustion are causing a global food crisis, agriculture must innovate to meet the demand. The Future of Food is a groundbreaking new documentary that explores the cutting-edge technologies that could revolutionize the way we produce food. From soil-free vertical farms in Japanese megacities to high-tech … Read more
Côte d’Ivoire has been the leading producer of cocoa in the world for decades, making it one of the most prosperous countries in West Africa. Despite its economic achievements, its infrastructure is severely lacking and desperately needs improvement. One man, Yakou, has been travelling throughout the isolated villages of Côte d’Ivoire with his truck filled … Read more
In 2008, a documentary entitled “World’s Most Dangerous Roads: Deadliest Journeys in Brazil” was released to raise awareness about the dangerous lives of river dwellers like 14 year old Jesse. Although he has only been alive for fourteen years, Jesse is an experienced riverman, having learned to swim and paddle before he could walk. With … Read more
Millions of people across the globe are being forced to leave their homes and seek out safer places to live. This is especially true in the Himalayas, where over 1000 ‘ghost villages’ have been left abandoned due to rising temperatures caused by global warming. It’s no surprise that our solar system’s most habitable planet, … Read more
The documentary Jurassic Park may have given us the impression that extinction is an issue we can reverse, but in reality, that’s far from the truth. Over the last century, humans have had unprecedented access to resources and wealth, leading to overconsumption and destruction of ecosystems. This has resulted in a rapid increase in species extinction, with … Read more
The Age of Stupid, a British documentary released in 2009 directed by Franny Armstrong (McLibel), is an eye-opening look into the devastating effects of our current climate crisis. The movie is semi-dramatized, featuring the renowned actor Pete Postlethwaite portraying a man living alone in a future world of 2055 destroyed by global warming. As he … Read more
The Isle of Man Tourist Trophy is one of the most prestigious and dangerous motorbike races in the world. For over 100 years, riders have been risking their lives to compete in this legendary event. With its thrilling rivalries, historic legacy, and unique road racing atmosphere,The this race has Isle of become an iconic event … Read more