On Boxing Day 2004, the Indian Ocean was hit by a powerful earthquake. The tsunami that followed the earthquake killed over 200,000 people, of which 543 were Swedes. In a program led by Camilla Kvartoft, we meet, among others, Lottie Knutson, former communications director for Fritidsresor, Stefan Åsberg, foreign correspondent and Lisa Borg, who survived the disaster. A conversation about memories, grief and how to move on.
A documentary showcasing a Summer in South Florida over three months from late June to late August, featuring a variety of characters and music that entails the true Florida Scene.
Forza Jannik pulls the curtains back on the tennis renaissance taking place in Italy. This isn't just a story about tennis; it's a tale of national pride, of young athletes against the odds, and of a country's relentless quest to dominate the sport.
Miles in Transit and Jackson Betz take on the incredible journey of riding every trolleybus route in the US, from Boston to Seattle to San Francisco to Dayton to Philly, filled with intermissions of original song performances.
In a town on the edge of the Canadian Arctic, polar bears are waiting longer for the sea ice on the bay to form. It's a dangerous change for a place known as the polar bear capital of the world.
*The Tale of Texas Pool* is a captivating documentary that delves into the rich history of billiards in Texas, uncovering its deep ties to the state's culture and identity. The film explores the close connection between the game and gambling, focusing on the hustlers who use inventive and high-stakes bets to lure in challengers. Through colorful anecdotes of bizarre wagers—like roller-skate pool matches and golf balls hurled over vast distances—the documentary showcases the sport's unpredictable and fiercely competitive spirit. More than just a look at a game, *The Tale of Texas Pool* paints a vivid portrait of the people and places that have shaped Texas culture. By weaving together personal stories with historical insights, it offers a compelling exploration of how billiards became a cornerstone of the state's identity, while celebrating the resilience, character, and passion that define both the sport and its players.
From popular piety to blockbuster, from musical to social criticism - Jesus Christ has many faces in film history. And the Italian city of Matera has often served as the backdrop for the Holy Land. Both Pier Paolo Pasolini's early masterpiece “Il Vangelo secondo Matteo” and Mel Gibson's controversial interpretation “The Passion of Christ” were filmed here. Gibson's film and Martin Scorsese's “The Last Temptation of Christ” caused a stir and scandal in 1988 and 2004 respectively. Milo Rau's interpretation also goes beyond the traditional. In “The New Gospel”, the Swiss director links the story of Jesus with current social struggles and presents a revolutionary Christ.
Caroline Seger has hung up her shoes after an unparalleled career as one of the greatest female soccer players ever, both on and off the field. In this documentary, we get to follow the national team captain at the end of the last season, with retrospectives on his entire career. A unique career in Swedish and international football through her leadership and fight for equality in the sport.
Alberto Angela guides us through the most famous and spectacular places of the Eternal City, on a journey through the history, art, music and cinema of Rome.