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Inside Saudi Arabia: The People Pushing for Change and Looking for Freedom

Inside Saudi Arabia: The People Pushing for Change and Looking for Freedom

Inside Saudi Arabia is an informative and all-encompassing documentary that explores the intra-country developments through the eyes of the inhabitants themselves. The country, known for its wealth, strict faith and oppression, is seeking change under the reigns of Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman. However, the world was shaken by the heinous murder of journalist Khashoggi, … Read more

Scotland: Is the desire for independence growing?

Scotland: Is the desire for independence growing?

From the city streets to the remote countryside, Scotland is divided over the issue of independence. With the country in the grips of an economic crisis, many Scots have turned to nationalist First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, hoping for a way out. But others blame the Scottish government for their struggles. Against this backdrop, musician Neil … Read more

Trump’s America

Trump’s America

As the United States struggles through the turbulent 2020 election year, filmmakers Claudia Buckenmaier and Marion Schmickler took to the road to capture the mood of the nation. Traveling through the swing states of Arizona, Wisconsin, and Michigan, they spoke to Americans from all walks of life about how the crises of the year are … Read more

A state prosecutor hunts the tax mafia

A state prosecutor hunts the tax mafia

In the gripping new documentary about the biggest tax scandal in German history, viewers are taken on a journey deep into the heart of the scandal. Insiders reveal how the “Cum-Ex” tax heist was carried out by a network of powerful bankers, top-tier lawyers, and even politicians. A group of financial predators who were able … Read more

Putin’s Russia: The Opposition

Putin’s Russia: The Opposition

Russia is a nation divided. Under the rule of President Vladimir Putin, the country has seen its fair share of political tension and disagreement. But despite the bitter divide, there are those who strive to make change from within. Russian journalist Mascha Borzunova and actor Jean-Michel Scherbak are two of these people, giving voice to … Read more

Asia-Pacific: The New Powder Keg

Asia-Pacific: The New Powder Keg

From the bustling Asia-Pacific region, home to over half of the world’s GDP, emerges a crucial showdown between two rivaling powers – China and the United States. This arm-wrestling match at the forefront of global power dynamics signifies a tipping point in world history, set to bring unprecedented change and consequence. The epicenter of this … Read more

Venezuela: Humanitarian crisis and the fight for power

Venezuela: Humanitarian crisis and the fight for power

Venezuela is in turmoil as a result of a long-lasting economic, political, and humanitarian crisis. For years, investigative journalist César Batiz has worked to uncover corruption and implicate those in power in Venezuela – from government officials to members of the military. As the country’s crisis has grown, Batiz has come to be seen as … Read more

Greece: Waiting for Asylum

Greece: Waiting for Asylum

Fereshta Azimi was a resident of the Moria refugee camp on the Greek island of Lesbos for over a year and a half. This overcrowded facility was tragically destroyed by fire in 2020, but not before ARTE had an opportunity to meet Fereshta and document her experience. Following the disaster, she was one of thousands … Read more

Argentina’s Economic Collapse

Argentina’s Economic Collapse

Argentina is a country with a tumultuous history of poverty, corruption, and violence. For decades, the people of Argentina have been subject to oppressive conditions and have had little to no voice in their government’s decisions. All of this began when foreign debt was used as a means of enriching Argentinean financiers, controlling finances, and … Read more