The Terracotta Army, a mysterious collection of sculptures dating back to 210 BC, has been an enduring enigma since its discovery in 1974. Now, with the help of 21st century technology, the life size warriors are making a comeback and revealing secrets hidden for millennia. This incredible archaeological find can be experienced in the documentary … Read more
The eye-opening documentary, CHINA BLUE, takes an inside look at the everyday lives of workers in a blue jeans factory in southern China. 17-year-old Jasmine and her co-workers toil away for long hours, day after day, without the rights or protections afforded by regular labor laws. They take home only a meager wage for their … Read more
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the opening of the iconic German design school, bauhausWORLD is a three-part documentary series that explores and commemorates the legacy of the Bauhaus. With a team of filmmakers travelling across the globe, we are introduced to the architects, artists, and designers who’ve continued to shape and influence the … Read more
Montenegro, a small country in the Balkans, has been plagued by corruption and organized crime for decades. Despite being a candidate for EU membership, the country has struggled to get a grip on the issue, hindering its development. However, in late 2020, an unlikely figure emerged as Prime Minister, promising to bring a new era … Read more
This documentary provides a glimpse into the lives of young German Jews who struggle to fit into society. Despite their desire to be seen as normal and not just victims of anti-Semitism, they face prejudices daily. In German schools, calling someone a Jew is considered a common slur. Even young Jews themselves sometimes have a … Read more
The United States of America has the largest prison population in the world. This shocking statistic is at the heart of The Biggest Prison System in History, a new documentary produced for the Empire Files series. Through this piercing exploration of incarceration in America, viewers are brought face-to-face with the injustices of our country’s prison … Read more
The film takes you inside the two-week-long trial at Melbourne’s County Court, where rabbis and officials accused of the cover-up face intense questioning. Through Manny’s testimony, viewers discover that he was not the only one in the family to suffer from abuse. As Manny’s father, Zephaniah Waks, steps forward to reveal the name of their … Read more
China: A Century of Revolution is an exceptional six-hour documentary series that takes viewers on an unforgettable journey through the nation’s most turbulent period. Drawing from a wealth of rare archival footage, insightful historical commentary and eye-opening eyewitness accounts from citizens who weathered the century’s momentous events, this award-winning series gives an unprecedented look at … Read more
Norway made a radical move in summer 2016 by extending compulsory military service to women. Today, women form around ten percent of the country’s Armed Forces, playing an increasingly important role in shaping its future. If you were a medically fit woman between 19 and 44 years of age, you would be obliged to undergo … Read more
The phenomenon of children from different cultures and backgrounds talking about a life they have lived before is astounding. It appears to be evidence of reincarnation, an idea that has been around for centuries. The Division of Personality Studies in Charlottesville Virginia has documented 2,700 such cases from locations all over the world – from … Read more