For decades, people have reported seeing a “light at the end of the tunnel” and feeling a sense of peace and euphoria during moments of clinical death. Some even claim to have experienced glimpses of the afterlife. Beyond Death’s Doorway explores these reported experiences, delving into the latest scientific research and revealing the fascinating brain … Read more
Race: Science’s Last Taboo is an incredible documentary series that explores the increasingly popular trend of deracialisation surgery. This documentary follows the emotional journeys of individuals who are seeking to alter their physical appearance in order to conform more closely to Western ideals, and features groundbreaking surgical techniques such as limb lengthening procedures. The film … Read more
Somewhere on Earth takes you to the remote and magical Bijagos Islands, an archipelago of over eighty islands located off the coast of Guinea-Bissau in West Africa. Home to diverse wildlife, the islands are renowned for their stunning scenery and untouched beauty. One such person living in this paradise is Marcelinho, a traditional healer from … Read more
Girls for Future’ is a powerful documentary about four brave young girls from India, Australia, Indonesia, and Senegal fighting to protect the environment and secure a sustainable future. The girls are between the ages of 11 and 14 and have been directly impacted by environmental destruction, from air pollution to water scarcity. The documentary follows … Read more
Take a journey into the fascinating world of autism with this compelling documentary that follows Markus, a young man with autism, over the course of a year. The film offers a touching account of Markus’s experiences and reveals what it is like to live with this condition. As he plays with toys and interacts with … Read more
On July 13th, 1977, the lights of New York City suddenly went dark – leaving its inhabitants in a state of confusion and fear. This rare event was brought about by three fatal lightning strikes that caused the power systems to fail completely; something which had never been seen before in the city. The blackout … Read more
Despite the lucrative chocolate industry committing to end child labor in cacao plantations almost two decades ago, the practice still exists. The Ivory Coast, the world’s top cacao producer, has put in efforts to eradicate it, building schools, training farmers, and running TV campaigns on the illegality of child labor. Yet, in isolated areas of … Read more
The documentary “A Train Named the Swallow” takes viewers on an incredible journey through the Democratic Republic of Congo. The film follows more than two thousand passengers, three times the train’s capacity, as they travel along a 1600 km railway network that has been neglected for decades. The dilapidated infrastructure and constant breakdowns make it … Read more
Food waste is a disgusting problem across the world, yet often takes a backseat to more pressing issues. Documentaries can be an effective tool for sparking conversation about this important and unavoidable topic. Here’s a list of some of the best documentaries that bring food waste into focus, highlighting the realities of our culture and … Read more
Who Rules America? is a stunning documentary that explores the governing system of the United States of America. It takes a comprehensive look at the behind-the-scenes powers that rule the nation, revealing the real decision makers behind the world’s self-proclaimed democratic role model. The documentary reveals that there are two Americas: one is living in … Read more