Many people are familiar with the concept of a missing person, but few are aware of the shockingly high number of individuals that voluntarily disappear in Japan each year. Known as ‘johatsu’ or evaporated people, almost 85,000 Japanese citizens were reported missing in 2017 alone. This documentary, Evaporated People, delves into this mysterious world to … Read more
For more than 100 years, the Tour de France has been one of the biggest and most prestigious events in the world of sports. But while it’s considered among the most iconic of cycling races, it has been open exclusively to men. “Changing the Route” follows the story of a determined group of French female … Read more
SZENE 2WEI is a dance company that celebrates diversity and inclusivity by bringing together performers with and without disabilities. Their dancers are encouraged to express themselves freely through their body movements without the pressures of labels or rivalries that often hinder artistic expression. This refreshing approach has made them a beacon of hope and inspiration … Read more
An island paradise struggles to keep its idyllic beaches free from the scourge of plastic waste, while in Russia, the LGBT community faces ostracism and discrimination at every turn. Meanwhile, a contentious decision by Indian authorities continues to send Rohingya refugees back to Myanmar, despite protests from human rights groups. In a world where it … Read more
The Santa Fe district of Bogota is notorious for crack, glue and alcohol abuse, as well as prostitution. Despite this, fashion designer Diamantina Arcoiris knowingly relocated her studio there, offering employment opportunities for social outcasts who embroider her dresses and showcase them on catwalks. Xenia Böttcher brings this unique story to light, exploring one woman’s … Read more
Relics and Saints are an important topic, worthy of deeper exploration. A great way to learn more is through the documentary series of the same name. In this unique series, viewers get a chance to see how ancient relics have shaped people’s beliefs and practices throughout history, as well as how these artifacts can still … Read more
Most people don’t realize just how much time they spend on the toilet during their lifetime. It’s been estimated that, on average, we spent three whole years of our life sitting down on the porcelain throne. That’s a lot of time to be spending in one spot! But it’s important to understand why this is … Read more
Barrie Zwicker’s documentary The Great Conspiracy: The 9/11 News Special You Never Saw is an extension of his original 44-minute video, The Great Deception. This groundbreaking work was the first to ask critical questions and challenge the official narrative surrounding the tragic events of September 11th, 2001. The 70-minute sequel expands upon this exploration into … Read more
The world was forever changed when Larry Page and Sergey Brin, two incredibly intelligent students of Stanford University, founded Google in 1998. Both sons of college professors, their mission was to make the entire world’s information searchable and instantly accessible – a feat that would have seemed impossible at the time. Fast-forward over two decades … Read more
The tobacco industry has been growing exponentially over the last five decades, despite the undeniable cost to public health. Now a groundbreaking France-Canada co-production takes us behind the scenes of this powerful industry with an in-depth investigation that spans three continents. Nadia Collot’s documentary reveals a dark conspiracy of corporate negligence and moral depravity, as … Read more