Many brave heroes are fighting the battle against COVID-19 on the frontline, their selflessness and courage are nothing short of remarkable. In Italy, lockdown has kept many indoors for weeks, but paramedic Andrea remains undeterred, making up to 10 journeys daily. His persistence and dedication are a true inspiration. Nurse Nerea from Barcelona has been … Read more
Chemistry professor Andreas Fath is on a mission to raise awareness about plastic waste by swimming the length of the Danube, from the source in Germany to the Black Sea. This feat is more than just a PR gimmick because every day, Fath’s team collects water samples to analyse for microplastics, tire fragments, and drug … Read more
Leonardo Da Vinci is widely regarded as one of the greatest minds in history. His contributions to the arts, sciences and even technology are truly remarkable. With his incredible creativity and knowledge, he was able to produce works of great beauty, such as the Last Supper and the Mona Lisa. The documentary Leonardo Da Vinci: … Read more
Taboo, a National Geographic documentary series, offers a unique look into the taboo rituals and traditions practiced in some cultures all around the world. This fascinating series focuses on exploring and uncovering aspects of traditions that are considered forbidden or illegal but still persist in certain societies. From body modifications to spiritual ceremonies, viewers get … Read more
Five years ago, Amanda Grau survived one of the deadliest mass shootings in US history. On that fateful night, when a gunman opened fire in the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida, 49 people lost their lives and 53 were injured. Amanda, who identified as a member of the LGBT community and a paramedic, managed to … Read more
In a world where CO2 emissions from our daily lives are impacting the environment, can one man make a difference? Join businessman Dirk Gratzel as he takes on the challenge of erasing his carbon footprint by the end of his lifetime. Dirk Gratzel has calculated the biggest sources of CO2 emissions in our daily lives … Read more
From modern body modifications to ancient rituals, the documentary “Radical Body Shaping” explores the incredible lengths some people take to reshape their bodies. From neck stretching in Thailand and breast ironing in Cameroon to silicone implants for American men, this eye-opening film dives deep into the motivations and cultural dynamics behind radical body alterations. Stretching … Read more
The I’m a Child Anorexic documentary was filmed over the course of four months and offers an incredibly raw and emotional insight into the lives of those suffering from anorexia. It follows twelve children through their 12-week programme, with their video diaries and conversations providing an unparalleled look at the inner workings of this devastating … Read more
The Chernobyl disaster of 1986 is one of the most tragic events in history, and its effects are still felt to this day. Igor Pavlovets was born during the aftermath of the disaster when he was only eight years old, missing his right arm and with stunted legs. Despite all of this, Igor persevered and … Read more
The documentary captures the riveting battle fought by environmental activists and fishermen, united in a protest movement against the agricultural lobby pursuing their business interests in Spain’s Mar Menor region. Europe’s largest saltwater lagoon is under a significant threat from industrial farming in the area. Spanning across the Murcia region in southern Spain, this garden … Read more