The documentary gives a thorough tour of Middle-earth (in the Third Age) and its peoples, with 3D map graphics, illustrations, and some acted depictions. It then recounts the important stages of J.R.R. Tolkien's life and the development of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, with interviews of many scholars and enthusiasts, including John and Priscilla Tolkien, Rayner Unwin, and footage of one with Tolkien himself from a 1968 BBC interview. The plot of The Lord of the Rings is summarized, as are the effects of stories' inspiration seen in the fantasy genre and in music. In this section Ken Hensley of Uriah Heap, Rick Wakeman of the band Yes, and Bryan Josh and Heather Findlay of Mostly Autumn are guest appearances. At the end, a performance by Mostly Autumn is shown, playing pieces inspired by Tolkien's fantasy.
Million Pound Pawn pulls back the curtain on the world of pawnbroking in the midst of the current economic crisis, telling the story of both the pawnbrokers and the people looking to part with their prized possessions. With over a million pounds worth of assets passing through Britain's pawnbrokers hands each day, there's no way of knowing who will be walking through the pawnbroker's door next or what their valuables will be.
All aboard for a fascinating look at some of the greatest locomotives ever to take to the tracks. Mighty and magnificent steam engines rule the rails once again in this six-volume collection that follows some of North America's most legendary steam trains on excursions that captured the hearts and imaginations of train buffs coast to coast. It's an exciting journey that rail fans will want to experience again and again.
Because a destination is luxurious, a location spectacular, or an experience unique, does not mean that it can't also be environmentally responsible. Travels the world unearthing extraordinary eco-friendly tourism destinations with unprecedented "insiders" access to places and experiences that are on everyone's bucket list.
Comedian Jenny Eclair hosts as amateur artists reveal their naked ambition in a life drawing class like no other, as they compete to win a cash prize. Five different artists will not just paint, but will strike a pose for their fellow artists.
A five-part series that explores the forgotten story of the incredible engineering feats and secret survival techniques of five legendary battles fought underground during World War I.
This fast-paced half-hour game show features two rounds of pop culture trivia gameplay, in which a team of two participants will try "Solve the Slots" in the hopes of getting one step closer to winning the $ 250,000 to come. jackpot. At the end of each episode, as they spin the reels of the massive slot machine, contestants will attempt to catch all five Wild Cherries to win the ultimate prize.
The destructive capacity of love is all too real in these stories of fatal attractions, relationships that turned so sour it led to murder. Featuring reconstructions and interviews with families of both the victims and the killers.
Cal Fire imbeds viewers within the largest emergency force in the country; access to all 6,100 firefighters as they work to contain California's near-constant blazes.
Hitler to Hiroshima documents the horrifying drama of the Axis Powers tyrannical campaign to enslave the world. Hitler s Germany, Tojo s Japan, and Mussolini s Italy joined forces to crush the free world.The full might of the Nazi war machine pounded at the gates of London and Stalingrad. Japan assaulted China and the island nations of the Pacific.
This series follows Connor Biddle, a paranormal enthusiast and India Hopwood, a skeptic with a family history of the supernatural. They will push the limits of their fear to the max in an effort to communicate with the other side
When the Wright brothers successfully took to the sky in 1903, the world paid attention. Civil aviation has since developed into a multi-billion dollar industry. We look at the incredible history and development of civil aviation in this series. From ailed beginnings through to modern marvels such as the Boeing 787, we present 13 themed episodes suitable for all audiences.
The 7 members from SuperM eat, play, and heal in SuperM's own utopia where everything they want has been prepared. The show includes thrilling water activities, eating show and nonstop game parade.
In 2018, the eyes of the world turn to Pyeongchang, South Korea, for the Winter Olympics. For thousands of years Korea was known for its staggering natural beauty. Now it is better known for its decades of conflict. But beyond the battle scars and the fortifications there is a land of stunning natural beauty and remarkable wildlife. Lush wetlands and mudflats; soaring mountains and turbulent seas; habitats where the beautiful goshawk, the bottleneck dolphin and the curious raccoon dog thrive alongside Korea’s traditional people as they have for many thousands of years.