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How Australians are Fighting Against Controversial Carmichael Coal Mine

How Australians are Fighting Against Controversial Carmichael Coal Mine

The world is facing a critical juncture in terms of climate change. With rising temperatures, droughts, wildfires, floods, and catastrophic rains, we are reaching a tipping point. The World Health Organization predicts that 250,000 deaths will result from climate change by 2050. In light of these alarming facts, the documentary series “Politics Of Climate Change” … Read more

The coronavirus pandemic and family life

The coronavirus pandemic and family life

The coronavirus crisis has put families to the test, curtailing visits for weeks on end and forcing them to find new ways of communicating online or through music. While some parents find themselves pushed to their limits working from home without childcare, others have discovered a refuge in their house in the countryside. These candid … Read more

World’s Most Dangerous Railway Tracks | Argentina: The Train To The Clouds

World’s Most Dangerous Railway Tracks | Argentina: The Train To The Clouds

Railways have been connecting the world since the early 18th century, carrying us through epic journeys to far-flung places. They have transformed landscapes and empowered human progress, taking us over mountains, across oceans and deserts. In many ways, they are a testament to our ingenuity and will power, allowing us to explore beyond the boundaries … Read more

Truckers Vs Highway Patrol

Truckers Vs Highway Patrol

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has had their hands full with an influx of reckless truck drivers. These lawbreakers are not just speeding, but they have become notorious for breaking the law in the most outrageous of ways. This documentary follows the patrol as they try to stop these truckers and uncover the true extent of … Read more

World’s Most Dangerous Railway Tracks | The Bernina Express, Switzerland

World’s Most Dangerous Railway Tracks | The Bernina Express, Switzerland

The Bernina Express is a remarkable feat of engineering that spans over Switzerland and Italy. Its path, which goes through deep valleys, wild gorges, and across the eternal ice of the Graubünden Alps, includes 196 bridges and 55 tunnels. It’s difficult to imagine the amount of courage it took engineers to successfully complete this railway … Read more

Underwater volcano: into the abyss

Underwater volcano: into the abyss

The Tongan archipelago is a place of constant flux, with tectonic movements causing islands to emerge and submerge in the vast Pacific Ocean. But despite such cataclysmic changes, two remarkable creatures have managed to adapt to this ever-shifting terrain: the white tern (Gygis alba), a seabird that never touches the water, and an eyeless crustacean … Read more

Surviving Alone in Alaska

Surviving Alone in Alaska

Heimo Korth is an Alaskan wilderness survivor, living off the land and his wits in one of the most inhospitable places on Earth. His nearest neighbors are polar bears and caribou, as human civilization is long gone from this remote corner of the world. Korth’s unique lifestyle was made possible by a decision taken by … Read more

Paying to Kill: Safari Hunting Tourism

Paying to Kill: Safari Hunting Tourism

The safari tourism industry is the subject of a new thought-provoking documentary that exposes the dark side of hunting in Africa. While the world was outraged when news broke of the killing of Cecil the Lion and the revelation of King Juan Carlos paying $60,000 to kill an elephant in Botswana, hundreds of Westerners travel … Read more

India: the climate challenge – Founders Valley (10/10)

India: the climate challenge – Founders Valley (10/10)

German startup founder Fridtjof Detzner embarks on a journey across India to witness firsthand how a country already grappling with global warming is responding to this challenge. His mission is to show the world the incredible initiatives emerging from India’s entrepreneurs — visionary ideas designed to combat climate change before it’s too late. As Fridtjof … Read more

The Best Documentaries About The Amazon Rainforest

The Best Documentaries About The Amazon Rainforest

The Amazon rainforest is one of the most diverse and complex ecosystems on Earth. It has captivated the imaginations of humans for centuries, yet it also remains largely unexplored and misunderstood. Fortunately, filmmakers have taken up the challenge to document its secrets and share them with the world. From stories about indigenous cultures to tales … Read more