Russian leader Vladimir Putin has established himself as the most impactful world leader of this millennium. To mark his 25th anniversary of being in power, this two-hour CBC News original documentary looks back at his life, from the Cold War to the ongoing war in Ukraine, and examines key turning points in his career to reveal his evolution from an unknown KGB agent to the all-powerful president of the Russian federation. The documentary features dozens of former insiders, political leaders, exiled activists and liberated prisoners - many who have personally met and negotiated with Putin, or been victims of Kremlin policies that have crushed dissent and led to the devastating war in Ukraine. Putin's Journey will take us up to the present day, as the Russian leader confronts a new American president, each bent on curbing the power of the other.
The Cure are pop outsiders. Over a fifty year career, the English band have released 14 studio albums to great acclaim but it was their 1989 album Disintegration, released during a pivotal year in Europe and the world, which would capture the imagination of so many fans. This documentary tells the story of this landmark work of art in the history of popular music.
On 1st July 2022, as Hong Kong marks the 25th anniversary of its handover, tropical storm Chaba lashes the city. Cyclone captures the resilience and vibrancy of Hong Kong people as they navigate the day amidst historical significance and natural upheaval.
Cheung Chau, once a fishing village in Hong Kong, has transformed into a tourist spot. Ri-Tai, a food stall run by A-Cheung, reflects local life, absurdities, and societal realities. A-Cheung spends his days playing games with customers like Plumpy, forming bonds that transcend generations. However, the onset of COVID-19 disrupts this sense of community, leaving the island deserted and questioning whether Ri-Tai's simple way of life will vanish.
The Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians is the largest indigenous tribe east of the Mississippi and has been stewarding the fisheries of their Great Lakes territory for generations. This project explores the importance of the fishery to the tribe and how they’re working to ensure a healthy fishery for the next seven generations.
Follow tribal members throughout the growth, preservation and fishing aspects of lake whitefish in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, as they highlight historic and sustainable practices that will help preserve our way of life.
Short documentary about the depopulation process suffered by the Palentina Mountains, a magnificent territory that saw its villages abandoned as people sought opportunities outside the rural world. A world that gradually faded away: barren fields, emerging ruins, and empty streets. But the Mountains are eternal, and in their eternity they wait... They wait for a time when silence will be filled with words and noises...
"Keeping Up With MFCO" is a short film set across four days, featuring iconic locations such as The Otago Daily Times, the Otago Filming Studio, the Otago Arts Block, and various spots around the Otago campus. Directed by the talented River Scorsese, this film won the prestigious 2025 Hands On Otago Award and boasts a star-studded cast of A-list celebrities.
Los Jaivas take a symbolic train to celebrate their 60 years of musical life. A choral story where the protagonists narrate the intimacy in this journey of commemorations and obligatory stops throughout Chile connecting it with their music. The band together with other authorized voices reflect on the free and democratic circulation of Chilean cultural heritage, closing the year's tour with the realization of the mural in Cal y Canto station of the Stgo subway by René Olivares and the great final show at the Quinta Vergara in Viña Del Mar.
For Reminiscence of a Moviegoer, filmmaker Christiane Büchner works extensive interviews with the late Werner Dütsch, a commissioning editor at the German television station WDR, and massively influential figure in postwar West German film culture, into a moving portrait of cinephilia through time.
A journey by water from the highest peaks of the Alps to the vastness of the ocean. Hardly any element on our planet is more important than water. Where there is water, life thrives. But only very few people know what wonderful creatures master their lives every day in their native habitats by the water. Far from our eyes, true dramas and glories happen every day. Stories that hardly anyone gets to see. Stories full of adventure, tragedy, comedy and even love.
Light is a fascinating phenomenon. Without light, there would be no cinema, no film – and no life. So light is at the origin of everything, and yet it remains invisible to the eye until it hits matter. This moment is – quite literally – the starting point of Thomas Riedelsheimer’s latest work, for the springtime spectacle of rainbow shreds in the cinematographer and documentary filmmaker’s flat became the starting point of a search for the origin of the images we form of this world. For this quest he dived deep into two spheres that seem to follow different laws but always strive to fathom the magical: physics and art.
Kingdom of Chiang Mai has been annexed into the centralized country of Thailand in 1894, Chao Doungduen - the princess, now without a kingdom, has staunchly held onto her royal status through her own means. Now, at 89 years old, She diagnosed with Alzheimerʼs disease, her symptoms cause her to live further in the past. She live in a bubble without much interaction from the outside world, while her family move out to live in a big city. Her niece, this documentary filmmaker visit her from time to time. It become somewhat surreal experience like walking into living museum. With her memories fading, will her belief in her superior ʻbloodlineʼ and ʻtitleʼ bring Chao Doungduen any solace in her final years?
At 70 years old Jonnie Jonckowski, reflects on a defining moment that forever reshaped her life and the rodeo world. After an injury crushed her Olympic dreams, Jonckowski unexpectedly turned to bull riding, embarking on a quest to become the top bull rider of her era. The women's rodeo circuit, however, suffered from serious neglect, sexism, and funding. After championing the women's circuit, she was confronted with the ultimate barrier: the banning of women from professional rodeos. Determined, Jonckowski orchestrated a massive media campaign, challenging the status quo and earning women a historic opportunity at Cheyenne Frontier Days, the crown jewel of rodeo competitions. With the spotlight firmly on her, Jonckowski was tasked with not just competing but proving the undeniable prowess and rightful place of women in the heart of rodeo's most revered arena.
This film delves into the secretive realm of a Chinese juvenile reform school, revealing its strict regulations and severe penalties. Despite the harsh environment, it offers a compassionate portrayal of troubled teens, showing how love and friendship can endure. At Peach Reform School, discipline is enforced through extreme measures, shaping and challenging the humanity of its students.