What role do traditions play in women’s lives? Is it important to move away from one’s roots to lead an independent, self-determined life? Or is it more that the roots themselves provide a secure basis to move ahead?
Durga Pujo and Bengalis go hand in hand. Kolkata takes a different look during Pujo every year. But what makes Pujo what it is? There are so many people, who work tirelessly throughout the year to put together the biggest festival for the Bengalis.
A fascinating journey through the history of the Celtic culture, following the trail back to pre-Roman times when the Celts were regarded as the masters of Europe. The appeal of being a Celt has rarely diminished over the centuries. Their leaders were men and women of legend - King Arthur of the Britons, the Warrior Queen Boudicca, and Vercingetorix the Gaul. However few people understand who the Celts actually were or what their true legacy is. This powerful series cuts through the romanticism and clichéd images to give a true picture of Celtic culture. Presenter Richard Rudgley follows the trail back to pre-Roman times, looking into every aspect of Celtic life to show how they adapted to change.
The true story of a team of paranormal researchers who investigate haunted locations to capture undeniable intelligent communication with the afterlife and have close encounters with demonic entities.
A two part series of an Oregon woman vanishes. In her wake remains a single black rose & a note reading gone but not forgotten. Now a man stands accused: a private eye has gone missing: a detective knows more than she lets on: & a tough female attorney has entered a web of duplicity revenge & multiple murder.
Dame Tinta is urban tattoo stories from Southern California. Join the crew at Unlimited Tattoo create art, make friends and navigate life in urban Los Angeles. Plenty of expressive Chicano tattoo art infused with mesoamerican symbolism and an edgy urban style.
While gathering data on political bribes in Europe, CIA agent Harry is exposed to brainwashing. When killed, his CIA analyst brother and agent Karin try to find the killers etc. Is there a powerful neo-Nazi organization? CIA leak?
Imagine watching a horror movie but the difference is it's very real. British paranormal investigators Sean Kenna, Sean Owen and Karl Hassall join forces to push the boundaries of modern day ghost hunting. What are the limits of paranormal forces, and are there consequences for confronting them? Join the guys to find out, as they search some of Britain's darkest, most haunted locations.
Michael Kelly, founder of GIY (Grow It Yourself), and Karen O'Donohoe offer step-by-step guidance in growing vegetables in raised beds and containers. Each episode focuses on a single vegetable, and moves from seed, through thinning, watering, and potential problems, to the kitchen. A guest cook demonstrates 1-3 recipes anyone can replicate at home. The series is filmed in the brilliant landscape colors of Southern Ireland, but the gardening and cooking principles are universal.
The Queen Elizabeth is one of Britain’s greatest ships and the pride of the Cunard Line. This documentary gives privileged access to the £350 million construction of an exciting new generation of ocean-going liners. We give viewers an inside look at this 92,000-tonne ship, designed to double as a transatlantic express and a cruise ship. Our cameras were there at the laying of her keel; we follow the building of her superstructure, the installation of the massive engines, the fitting out of sumptuous staterooms, recruitment of exceptional staff – from the captain to the crew. This is a story of great engineering endeavour, brought alive by unique archive film of the first Queen Elizabeth and the legendary Queen Mary. It will intrigue and fascinate those who love tales of the sea, of giant ships and maritime engineering, and of the human side of creating and manning one of the world’s greatest ships.
This documentary tells the poignant story of the poet, short story writer, and critic Edgar Allan Poe. It recounts how he invented the detective story, pioneered science fiction, and shaped the horror tale yet was beset by personal demons.
From serial killers to murder in the family and vicious gang killings, Donal MacIntyre investigates ten shocking crimes in the United Kingdom and the United States that are solved using forensics.
Why do people join cults? Why don't battered women leave their husbands? How do entire countries fall victim to dictators? Find out why. More importantly, find out how to protect yourself and your loved ones.