„The Fabulous Insects – Ants“ shows the diversity, beauty and exciting strategies of ants in their respective habitats. Whether in the tropics of South America or in the native climes of Europe - the world of ants is full of surprises. The biomass of ants and humans in the world is about the same. Next to us, ants are probably the most adaptable creatures on the planet. Whether rainforest, savannah, forests or moors - ants populate every terrestrial habitat. You can observe particularly exciting natural history not only in the distant tropics, but also in densly populated Central Europe.
A short documentary looking at the intricate relationship between beavers and migratory fish and the potential impact global beaver re-introductions might be having on declining fish populations.
Veterinarian Yu-Husan Lin originally majored in forestry in college. After graduation, she decided to retake the college entrance exam to pursue her dream of becoming an veterinarian. She successfully got into the Department of Veterinary Medicine at National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, realizing her aspiration to care for animals, especially wildlife.
After the death of a community member from eating traditional Unangax food, one woman begins researching toxic algal blooms that are impacting local food supplies.
Join a courageous potter wasp on an enthralling journey! Witness this fascinating insect's tenacity and perseverance as it navigates its dangerous realm teeming with challenges and predators.
A painter from New York City, with no prior backpacking experience, embarks on an ambitious journey to hike the 500-mile-long Colorado Trail. Accompanied by pack burro racing donkeys, he attempts to travel from downtown Denver to downtown Durango— a feat that has not been undertaken in over 50 years. This documentary explores the power of art, the magic of determination, and the freedom of adventure. Durango or Bust pays tribute to the legendary burro racer Bill Lee and his donkeys, as well as to the enduring beauty and legacy of the Colorado Trail.
The story of people through whose eyes Ukrainians and the world see the events of our time—photographers who document the war and its consequences. The project was filmed with state support. Among the film's protagonists are Stas Kozlyuk, Georgy Ivanchenko, Yefrem Lukatsky, Arseniy Gerasymenko, Danilo Pavlov, Nicoletta Stoyanova, Olga Kovaleva, Kateryna Radchenko, and Yevgen Dyaditsyn. Their work is often frightening in its truthfulness, and so it comes with a warning label for readers: "Sensitive content." The film's protagonists share their understanding of photography as a universal language that can tell the world the truth about war, and they talk about the ethical dilemmas they face in their work.
Nathan Pelle takes viewers on a captivating journey through Ghana's capital, Accra; known for its rich history, bustling markets, colorful traditions and evolving urban landscape, Accra blends the old with the new.
Inspired by a dream, Anıl Eraslan sets out to make a documentary about Istanbul’s free improvisation music scene. Featuring his musician friends who are invited to recite their sonic dreams and stage them as musical performances, the film evolves into a phantasmagoric portrait of Istanbul, shifting between dream and reality.
It's the smallest and most mysterious army in the world: the Swiss Guard. The film follows these men of faith and combat, from their recruitment in Switzerland to their military training in the heart of the Vatican. Made up of 150 men, this elite corps lives in barracks in the center of Vatican City. All must be Swiss citizens and devout Catholics. They have all sworn to fight to the death to protect their faith and the Holy Father. They are heirs to a 500-year-old tradition in which the Pope's protection and security were ensured by Swiss mercenaries. Trained in the use of both halberds and semi-automatic rifles, the Swiss Guards form a unique army. But who are they really? What motivates these young men to join this military and religious body? A dive into a world normally closed to the cameras.