Digitization is revolutionizing the world, and HER explores its impact on women in Asia. The documentary portrays the lives of women from all spheres of Asian societies, featuring protagonists from Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, the Philippines, Taiwan, and Thailand. In each episode, three women offer their unique perspectives on universal, existential, and crucial … Read more
For centuries, the Catholic Church had been an integral part of Cuba’s cultural and religious identity. Yet that role had dwindled after the 1959 revolution that brought Fidel Castro’s communist regime to power. Decades of political repression and economic hardships had challenged Cuba’s faith communities, leading many religious traditions to operate underground or in private … Read more
If you’re looking for an exciting and unique journey through the world of extreme adventure, look no further than Retro Doc. This documentary series takes viewers on a tour of some of the most daring and dangerous jobs out there, revealing what it takes to be successful in these fields and showcasing the rewards that … Read more
We all love a bit of adventure and thrill in our life. But there are some people who take the daring challenge of extreme jobs to a whole new level. From avalanche blasters to ice cowboys, they work in some of the most treacherous and unpredictable places on earth, pushing themselves to the limits to … Read more
The Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 has caused irreparable damage to the centuries-long relationship between the Ukrainian and Russian Orthodox Churches. The Kremlin used religion as a weapon to justify their heinous acts of war crimes, genocide and torture of priests. The head of the Russian Orthodox Church even went as far as … Read more
In 1929, Charles Mitchell, President of the National City Bank (which would later become Citibank), was at the helm of a financial revolution. He popularized the concept of selling stock and high yield bonds to smaller investors, forever changing the way people invest their money. By doing so, Mitchell and a select group of bankers, … Read more
In 1991, a revolution began in the computer industry: Linux, created by Linus Torvalds. From its humble beginnings, it grew steadily and became the successful operating system of today. Along with Torvalds, many other talented developers joined in on the project to make Linux into what it is today. Now nearly 30 years later, their … Read more
The American Staffordshire Terrier, otherwise known as Amstaff or simply Stafford, is a popular breed of dog that has been favored by Americans for their hardworking and loyal nature. This breed can be traced back to the early twentieth century when they began to gain social stature and eventually became accepted by the American Kennel … Read more
The sprawling metropolis of Bangkok is home to more than eight million people, but it’s also home to another population that has the locals on edge: snakes. With more than 200 species indigenous to the region, the Thai capital is one of the most snake-infested cities in the world. During the rainy season, these elusive … Read more
Decades after their fateful first encounter, Jürgen Cyrulik and the Bulgarian border guard, whose duty was to stop him from crossing the Iron Curtain in 1988, meet again. More than a meeting, it’s a time capsule into a historic and taboo relationship between Germany and Bulgaria that’s not-so-well-known. Through an Arts 21 exclusive documentary, journey … Read more