The Lightbulb Conspiracy is a thought-provoking documentary that shines light on the damaging effects of consumerism and planned obsolescence. The film, which is part of a series called “Understanding the Present”, examines how big companies are manipulating us into buying more products by keeping their lifetime far shorter than their real technological capabilities allow. The … Read more
Planned obsolescence is a fascinating concept that has had a major impact on our lives and the economy, yet it is something that many people don’t know much about. The documentary The Light Bulb Conspiracy investigates this practice in depth, exploring its roots in the 1920s and how it has become intertwined with modern consumer … Read more
Shaka, the legendary South African king who brought together warring tribes and established the Zulu Empire in the early 1800s, is a figure whose life has been immortalized many times in movies and television shows. He is often portrayed as a driven leader, determined to unite South African tribes to prevent their lands from being … Read more
As one of the most popular and celebrated movie stars of all time, Sylvester Gardenzio Stallone has achieved remarkable success in Hollywood. Born on July 6th 1946, he is an Academy Award-nominated actor, director, producer and screenwriter who has been active since the late 1970s. Out of many memorable characters, Stallone has brilliantly portrayed Rocky … Read more
The Ku Klux Klan has been a source of fascination and horror for many people throughout its long history. The Klan was founded as a political organization in the aftermath of the Civil War, seeking to cope with the abolition of slavery and the defeat of the Confederate cause. The Klan surged in popularity during … Read more
In the heart of Memphis’s Forrest Park stands a towering statue of Nathan Bedford Forrest, an influential Confederate general from the Civil War and one of the most notorious racists in American history. The statue has been a source of contention in recent years, representing the city’s often-tense racial divisions and becoming a symbol for … Read more
Reinhard Heydrich was one of the most notorious and evil figures in history. He was second in command of the Nazi SS (Schutzstaffel), a powerful bodyguard, policeman, and soldier that served as the backbone of Hitler’s regime. Born into a wealthy and musical family, Heydrich was an expert violinist who began to excel academically and … Read more
The life and legacy of Mahatma Gandhi has been an inspiring example to millions around the world. His incessant search for Truth, his dedication to peace and justice, and his message of non-violence amidst a world filled with hatred and violence have earned him the title of a great soul. Now, the Gandhi National Memorial … Read more
In the groundbreaking documentary ‘The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey’, geneticist Spencer Wells examines the universal genetic patterns of all humans alive today and reveals an amazing discovery – that we are all descendants of a single man who walked the Earth over 60,000 years ago. This remarkable finding was determined through Wells’ in-depth … Read more
The 2012 Aurora theater shooting is a tragic event that has left many people feeling heartbroken and confused. On July 20th, James Eagan Holmes opened fire at a movie theater in Aurora, Colorado, killing 12 people and injuring 70 others. To this day, the events surrounding the shooting remain mysterious and many unanswered questions still … Read more