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Plastic Earth

2023

Plastic Earth

2023
6
Worldwide plastic production from fossil-based sources continues to rise and contribute to climate change, pollution and environmental issues. Scientists, engineers, researchers and innovators tackle solutions to deal with the over-production of single-use plastics.
Louder Than You Think

2023

Louder Than You Think

2023
6
Gary Young, drummer for indie-rock icons Pavement, injected a wild-card unpredictability into the band's breakthrough, lo-fi sound. But those same gonzo impulses derailed his rock star dream.
You Have No Idea

2023

You Have No Idea

2023
One family's journey with autism through the lens of community in a small town in southern Arkansas.
State of the Unity

2023

State of the Unity

2023
In 2016, the band "The Bergamot" took a timely journey to perform in all 50 States inviting people to sign their message of unity on their car. What ensued is a heartwarming tale of empathy and understanding during a polarizing time.
A Disturbance in the Force: How the Star Wars Holiday Special Happened

2023

A Disturbance in the Force: How the Star Wars Holiday Special Happened

2023
6
In 1978, CBS aired the “Star Wars Holiday Special” the week before Thanksgiving to an audience of 13 million people. Considered one of the worst shows in television history, it aired only once. George Lucas tried to bury it and an infamous camp legend was born. This documentary unravels the mysteries behind the most bizarre Star Wars spin-offs of all time.
Nightclubbing: The Birth of Punk Rock in NYC

2023

Nightclubbing: The Birth of Punk Rock in NYC

2023
5.8
Documentary about the legendary nightclub Max's Kansas City and the New York Rock Scene of the 70s.
Alien: American Dream Denied

2023

Alien: American Dream Denied

2023
Advances in science and technology in America depend heavily on high-skilled legal immigrants from across the globe. But our current immigration system takes an inhumane, unfair, and unwise approach toward these immigrants and their families. Alien: American Dream Denied spotlights the emotional journey of these high-skilled, documented immigrants as they seek permanence in a country that benefits from their talent, but denies them a home.
Fashion Reimagined

2023

Fashion Reimagined

2023
5.7
Fashion designer Amy Powney is at the peak of her career, but she’s troubled by her industry’s wasteful practices. Fashion Reimagined follows her transformative global journey to create a collection that’s sustainable on every level.
Garden City, Kansas

2023

Garden City, Kansas

2023
On the High Plains of Southwest Kansas, a thriving community sustained for decades by waves of immigrants becomes the target of white nationalists intent on killing the latest arrivals: Muslims. When they attempt to recruit a local man with a conscience, he infiltrates them. Partnering with the FBI, he risks his life to prevent the attack and bring the domestic terrorists to justice. Animated courtroom testimony of the plot is interwoven with the inspiring story of immigration and the determination of a community to welcome the world.
77 Minutes: Surviving the Uvalde Mass Shooting

2023

77 Minutes: Surviving the Uvalde Mass Shooting

2023
On 5/24/22, a coward murdered 19 children and 2 school teachers in Uvalde, TX, while police stood around. An in-depth dialogue with the courageous children and teachers who survived this unspeakable tragedy. An investigation of the systemic failures by law enforcement which allowed a deranged murderer to continue on his bloody rampage for 77 minutes.
Prince Harry: Being the Spare

2023

Prince Harry: Being the Spare

2023
5.5
If the Palace thought that 2023 would be a quieter year after the drama and tragedy of 2022 then the release of Prince Harry's autobiography Spare has just about destroyed all hope. The book has caused international frenzy amongst the media and the public. Opinion is now more divided than ever on whether Prince Harry should retain his royal titles. Though Harry and Meghan fled the royal family for a second chance at the private life they always wanted, the world refused to let them go quietly. Despite their escape, the media's continued attention cased a barrage of headlines, flaring up rumour after scandalous rumour about the couple and the royal family. In order to set the record straight, they decided to tell their own side of the story, giving a tell-all series of interviews, podcasts and Netflix documentary series. But eclipsing all of the revelations shared previously, in January 2023 Harry released his controversial and much-anticipated autobiography, Spare.
The Flying Scotsman - 100th Anniversary

2023

The Flying Scotsman - 100th Anniversary

2023
In late 1934, a bright green locomotive, the Flying Scotsman, made history and became the most famous steam train in the world. In this documentary, we find out how it came to be, and what happened to it once it passed into private ownership. Featuring interviews from Alan Pelger, Sir William McAlpine and the engineers who help keep the magnificent machine running. Narrated by Tony Robinson.
King Chess

2023

King Chess

2023
10
Eight Super Grandmasters battle it out in the strongest chess tournament in history. This inside scoop covers all 14 grueling rounds while delving into cultural experiences including chess boxing, visual artists and top chess legends.
Seeking Asylum

2023

Seeking Asylum

2023
Seeking Asylum is a feature documentary that bears witness to the endless deterrents migrants face when petitioning for asylum in the United States. In a dismantled system that has been designed for failure, we follow one woman's journey as she searches for protection for her and kids. Many people view getting to the United States as the final hurdle of the migration journey, but we quickly learn that once in the U.S. the fight has just begun. During one of the most uncertain times in our country's history, Seeking Asylum documents the challenges asylum seekers face and shows why asylum is an integral part of the American Dream that we cannot afford to lose.
Ruthless: Monopoly's Secret History

2023

Ruthless: Monopoly's Secret History

2023
6.9
America’s favorite board game, Monopoly, is a love letter to unbridled capitalism and the impulses that make our free-market society tick. Contrary to the folksy legend spread by Parker Brothers, Monopoly’s origin involves a radical feminist and a community of Quakers in Atlantic City. If not for the determination of an economics professor and impassioned anti-monopolist, the real story behind the creation of the game might never have come to light.
Inside Russia: Traitors and Heroes

2023

Inside Russia: Traitors and Heroes

2023
9.7
Despite the huge risks, two Russian film-makers have been filming the impact of the invasion of Ukraine in their country. Many thousands have fled. Those that have stayed have had to make a choice – oppose the war, support it, or stay silent.
Eve After Dark

2023

Eve After Dark

2023
From Super Bowl LVI recognition to ushering in the rap group N.W.A, Eve After Dark explores the legacy of the first hip-hop club on the West Coast.
The Five Demands

2023

The Five Demands

2023
In April 1969, a small group of Black and Puerto Rican students shut down the City College of New York, an elite public university located right in the heart of Harlem. Fueled by the revolutionary fervor sweeping the nation, the strike soon turned into an uprising, leading to the extended occupation of the campus, classes being canceled, students being arrested, and the resignation of the college president. Through archival footage and modern-day interviews, we follow the students’ struggle against the institutional racism that, for over a century, had shut out people of color from this and other public universities. The Five Demands revisits the untold story of this explosive student takeover, and proves that a handful of ordinary citizens can band together to take action and effect meaningful change.
Commitment to Life

2023

Commitment to Life

2023
Against a rich Hollywood backdrop, "Commitment to Life" documents the true story of the fight against HIV/AIDS in Los Angeles - and how an intrepid group of people living with HIV/AIDS, doctors, movie stars, studio moguls and activists changed the course of the epidemic.
How Not to Die

2023

How Not to Die

2023
The majority of premature deaths can be prevented through simple changes in diet and lifestyle. In How Not to Die, Dr. Michael Greger examines the fifteen top causes of death in America-heart disease, various cancers, diabetes, high blood pressure, and more. He explains how nutrition and lifestyle can sometimes trump prescription pills and other approaches, freeing us to live healthier lives.