The HBO special “The Iceman” is an apt title for these two documentaries, that highlight the chilling story of former Mafia enforcer Richard Kuklinski. Kuklinski was convicted of multiple murders in 1986 and sentenced to life in prison. HBO’s documentaries follow the gripping journey of Kuklinski’s life as a killer-for-hire, detailing how he numbed himself … Read more
Humans are fascinating creatures, and the depths of our minds have yet to be fully explored. In his three-part documentary series, Robert Winston dives deep into understanding the human mind and its many wonders. From how we learn new things to how we recognise faces, as well as what makes two people ‘click’ with each … Read more
The Wakhan Corridor is a breathtaking and remote region of Afghanistan with some of the most rugged terrain in the world. Located at the extreme north-western tip of the country, it is bordered by the majestic Hindou Kouch mountain range and peaks as high as 5,000 metres above sea level. For those who dare to … Read more
The Third Reich’s clampdown on satire and comedians of “undesirable” sorts is examined in this hard-hitting documentary. Though much of the human cost of World War II tends to overshadow it, this film sheds light on how satire was initially encouraged by Hitler as he rose to power, only for those deemed “subversive” to face … Read more
Gus Van Sant’s Last Days is an incredible film that provides a haunting and powerful insight into the last days of Kurt Cobain. Though the name of the main character has been changed from Kurt to Blake, and the location of his ultimate demise changed from a Seattle greenhouse to one in upstate New York, … Read more
The documentary Lake of Fire delves deep into the history and implications of abortion rights in the United States. Directed by Tony Kaye, this film is a potent and provoking black-and-white exploration of one of the most divisive issues in America today. Through an intimate and confrontational lens, Kaye presents a comprehensive view of both … Read more
The tragic assassination of President John F. Kennedy in 1963 was a formative event for an entire generation, and its impact continues to reverberate through the decades since. To this day, many questions remain unanswered as to who or what lay behind the events of that fateful day, and the official investigation has left many … Read more
In the heart of the Brazilian Amazon region, an extraordinary project has taken shape. This project involves a hospital ship, the most advanced of its kind, sailing to reach some of the most remote communities along the river. The person behind this revolutionary move is none other than Pope Francis. With a capacity to serve … Read more
Across the globe, people are facing immense challenges amidst the coronavirus pandemic. However, there are those who refuse to let it get them down. In Italy, Umberto De Martino has converted his restaurant to cook for the Red Cross. In Vienna, Sonja Völker and her daughter, Marie, have started producing face masks. Mundano, a street … Read more
Janez Lenarčič, the EU Commissioner for Crisis Management, is on a mission to help people fleeing violence and poverty. He travels to Colombia and Panama to send a signal: despite its own crises, Europe is thinking of Latin America too. Accompanied by Alexandra von Nahmen, Felipe Abondano, and Johan Ramirez, the Commissioner visits Panama to … Read more