This documentary tells the tale of a 37 year old Isabelle Dinoire, who became the first person in the world in November 2005, to receive a face transplant. The French surgeons went against every ethical committee in the world to perform this operation, spurring a fervent debate over the ethics of this surgery. The ethical … Read more
This liberal 2006 documentary explores the corruption of major contractors in the Iraq war, such as Blackwater and K.B.R. both of which have had significant controversy following this film. This films cutting edge critique begs the question of what the U.S. is fighting for and what are the ethics of profiting off misery.
Colombian traffickers are using a new secret weapon smuggling cocaine north – drug submarines. Up to 30 meters long and almost impossible to detect, are capable of delivering several tons of cocaine in one shipment. Dozens of submarines are believed to be operating between the coasts of Colombia and Mexico, and police estimate that another … Read more
Nowadays, we are building as large buildings as ever. And it is challenging. It is not easy. For what we are building, we need massive machinery. And if you want to feel the Earth move under your feet and dig into the fascinating story of earth moving, this documentary will help you do it. Some … Read more
Once the biggest and most influential city on the planet, founded by Alexander the Great and home to Cleopatra, Archimedes and the largest library in the world. How did this shining beacon for civilization and knowledge meet its classical demise? Featuring stunning visualizations from the major movie Agora, acclaimed historian Bettany Hughes looks at Alexandria … Read more
Shocking. Do humans really do this to humans? Are we the most barbarous creatures of all? Those are just some thoughts that will come to mind after watching this fascinating and shocking documentary. The documentary tells the story of Britain’s mental asylums. Today, UK facilities get fewer money for mental health, and every other week … Read more
Jim Al-Khalili Physical travels through Syria, Iran, Tunisia and Spain to tell the story of the great leap in scientific knowledge that took place in the Islamic world between the ages 8 and 14. His legacy is tangible ones such as algebra, the algorithm and alkali all Arab in origin and in the heart of … Read more
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence is one of the most famous art museums in the world. It houses almost the entire collection by the Medici family. Opened in 1769, the museum was first modern museum in the history of Europe. Home to some of the most famous works including masterpieces by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da … Read more
Professor Brian Cox reveals how fundamental scientific principles and laws to explain not only the history of the universe, but the story of us all. Destiny. Having explored the wonders of the solar system, Professor Brian Cox boldly steps an even bigger stage – the universe. Who are we? Where do we come? For thousands … Read more
Grand Canyon is one of the oldest U.S. national parks and is located in Arizona. Within the park lies the Grand Canyon, a gorge of the Colorado River, considered one of the greatest natural wonders of the world. The park covers 1902 km ² (4927 km ²) of unincorporated Coconino County and Mohave County. This … Read more