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In 2008, celebrated author Sir Terry Pratchett was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Nearly three years on, Pratchett considers ways to end his life more
In 2008, celebrated author Sir Terry Pratchett was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Nearly three years on, Pratchett considers ways to end his life before the disease consumes him. His search takes him to Switzerland, where he meets some of the staff and clients of a non-profit organisation that provides assisted suicide to people suffering from severe ailments and terminal illnesses. In a quiet cottage outside Zurich, we—along with Sir Terry—witness a man's final moments with his wife. close
The Colony is a reality television series that is produced by the Discovery Channel. The program follows a group of people who must survive in a simulated more
The Colony is a reality television series that is produced by the Discovery Channel. The program follows a group of people who must survive in a simulated post-apocalyptic environment.
Casting was done by Metal Flowers Media. The first season had 10 main cast members as well as almost 100 actors who did additional scripted and improvisational work for the show. close
A physicist, a director of popular-science films, and a sports fan talk about the structure of the atom between periods of a hockey game they watch on TV.
A physicist, a director of popular-science films, and a sports fan talk about the structure of the atom between periods of a hockey game they watch on TV. close
A documentary in which six influential mathematicians demonstrate the beauty of mathematics. It's sounds, colors, taste, texture, and balance are revealed through their eyes.
A documentary in which six influential mathematicians demonstrate the beauty of mathematics. It's sounds, colors, taste, texture, and balance are revealed through their eyes. close
It would seem that about the descendants of Adam and Eve know, if not all, then very much, but the film “BBC: Man and Woman” (The Human SEXES) still has more
It would seem that about the descendants of Adam and Eve know, if not all, then very much, but the film “BBC: Man and Woman” (The Human SEXES) still has something to say.
The famous “female logic”, the behavior of women and men in different situations, marriage rituals and other rituals in exotic corners of the Earth appear before the viewer in a fascinating narrative of the creators of the project. It consists of several parts: Similar, but different. Body Language, Love Images, Life Paths, Mother's Dilemma. War of the sexes. close
In this harrowing reality series, “Survivorman” Les Stroud travels to far-flung locales with little more than the clothes on his back and 50 pounds of more
In this harrowing reality series, “Survivorman” Les Stroud travels to far-flung locales with little more than the clothes on his back and 50 pounds of camera equipment to battle - and try to survive - insanely harsh conditions. close
An informative documentary Felix Sobolev “Do Animals Think” is a popular science study that attempts to answer one of the most burning questions. After more
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Every school day, African-American teenagers William Gates and Arthur Agee travel 90 minutes each way from inner-city Chicago to St. Joseph High School more
Every school day, African-American teenagers William Gates and Arthur Agee travel 90 minutes each way from inner-city Chicago to St. Joseph High School in Westchester, Illinois, a predominately white suburban school well-known for the excellence of its basketball program. Gates and Agee dream of NBA stardom, and with the support of their close-knit families, they battle the social and physical obstacles that stand in their way. This acclaimed documentary was shot over the course of five years. close
The sun, then tender, then burning, illuminates our planet, giving warmth and light. Dawn, sunset, changing clocks and colors: most often we think that more
The sun, then tender, then burning, illuminates our planet, giving warmth and light. Dawn, sunset, changing clocks and colors: most often we think that the Sun does not change its appearance, but it does not. The movie "BBC: The Sun" (The Sun) reveals many secrets of this star, multifaceted and different, burning and furious.
If you understand the mysteries of the Sun, you can understand the forces that set the universe in motion, and the next "stage" may be the ability to control these forces. Like the sun itself. close
How true are statements like “Before the wedding will heal”, “Do not have a hundred rubles, but have a hundred friends” or “A goose is not a friend?” more
How true are statements like “Before the wedding will heal”, “Do not have a hundred rubles, but have a hundred friends” or “A goose is not a friend?” The comedy documentary series “Destroyers of Proverbs” provides an opportunity for each viewer to participate in debunking long-accustomed stereotypes. Leading programs - Alexey Likhnitsky and Roman Yunusov , residents of the popular show Comedy Club, with knowledge approach this process.
The heroes of the program “Destroyers of Proverbs” set as their goal to disassemble to the ground all known proverbs and sayings, myths about specific people and established philosophical views, stereotypes that have become dogma, and known trends.
To achieve the result, the main characters of the film “Destroyers of Proverbs” attract experts and specialists. In the finale of each program, the audience is waiting for a bright climax – in fact, the destruction itself, which is not complete without the signature humor of the presenters themselves. close
A mixture of real-life & computer animated footage track the journey of a single drop of rain on its great cycle from space to the deepest ocean. more
A mixture of real-life & computer animated footage track the journey of a single drop of rain on its great cycle from space to the deepest ocean. A fascinating documentary following this most precious of resources on its never-ending cycle around our planet. Combining hi-tech graphics with wildlife film, viewers are taken on an exhilarating armchair ride that encompasses humpback whales, rainforests, volcanoes, glaciers and tornadoes. close
Has the capacity of the human brain already been exhausted due to information overload? Sobolev posed this question at the end of the 1960s after a hidden more
Has the capacity of the human brain already been exhausted due to information overload? Sobolev posed this question at the end of the 1960s after a hidden camera recorded the results of a university entrance exam. The director, renowned for his belief in the endless possibilities of humanity, created a participatory documentary in which he filmed experiments with people with phenomenal abilities under the guidance of professors from the Academy of Sciences. Scientific analysis of the nature of hypnosis, telepathy, and dermo-optical perception reveals potential avenues to expanding the frontiers of human knowledge. close
“National Geographic. A cannibal shark: the truth in the shadow of legends is a documentary dedicated to one of the most dangerous, amazing and mysterious more
“National Geographic. A cannibal shark: the truth in the shadow of legends is a documentary dedicated to one of the most dangerous, amazing and mysterious predators of the sea kingdom - sharks.
Once, in the seventies of the last century, a grandiose horror film "Jaws" was released. After this, the historical dislike of sharks has reached enormous proportions. But what do we really know about these formidable animals? Together with representatives of the National Geographic Society, the author of “Jaws” Peter Banchley, underwater operator David Dublé and survivor of a shark attack Rodney Fox went on a trip to get acquainted and capture on camera the life of these toothy predators. close
Documentary film series that examines Adolf Hitler and the Nazis' rise to power, their zenith, their decline and fall, and the consequences of their reign more
Documentary film series that examines Adolf Hitler and the Nazis' rise to power, their zenith, their decline and fall, and the consequences of their reign featuring archive footage and interviews with eyewitnesses. close
The documentary “BBC: 10 most dangerous sharks”, created by director Moira Mann, introduces the viewer to the most dangerous inhabitants of the underwater more
The documentary “BBC: 10 most dangerous sharks”, created by director Moira Mann, introduces the viewer to the most dangerous inhabitants of the underwater world – sharks. They are lightning fast, merciless, and nature itself is designed to hunt and kill effectively. After watching this film, you will be able to get acquainted with the ten most dangerous species of sharks, learn about their habits and habits and understand what makes each of these ten sea killers the most dangerous in its habitat.
The material is presented in a fascinating form and is able to keep in suspense no worse than a Hollywood thriller. close
Discovery examines the history of "Golden age of Piracy." The program takes a detailed look at the harsh lives of pirates, their tactics, motivations more
Discovery examines the history of "Golden age of Piracy." The program takes a detailed look at the harsh lives of pirates, their tactics, motivations and why they would choose such a life. The geopolitical forces that lead to the proliferation of pirates and their final demise are explained. close
Deep Blue is a major documentary feature film shot by the BBC Natural History Unit. An epic cinematic rollercoaster ride for all ages, Deep Blue uses more
Deep Blue is a major documentary feature film shot by the BBC Natural History Unit. An epic cinematic rollercoaster ride for all ages, Deep Blue uses amazing footage to tell us the story of our oceans and the life they support. close
Team Jacques Cousteau is always in search of new adventures. This time, in the movie "The Odyssey of Jacques Cousteau: Hippopotamuses." La Collection more
Team Jacques Cousteau is always in search of new adventures. This time, in the movie "The Odyssey of Jacques Cousteau: Hippopotamuses." La Collection Cousteau: Hippo hippo, Le retour des elephants de mer, along with Philippe, the famous explorer makes his way to Lake Tanganyika.
Here they intend to shoot a plot about hippos, which is not as simple as an inexperienced viewer might think. After all, in order to get closer to the animals, Jacques-Yves invents a rather unusual way: the so-called “Trojan horse”. It will not be easy for travelers when they find themselves among bloodthirsty crocodiles.
Another story of the educational film “Odyssey of Jacques Cousteau: Hippopotamuses”. The Return of Elephant Seas is a story about elephant seals. The Cousteau team is interested in the lifestyle of these animals, their behavior and habits. close
Take a fascinating journey inside the bizarre world of a living human being with this compelling documentary from National Geographic, where microscopic more
Take a fascinating journey inside the bizarre world of a living human being with this compelling documentary from National Geographic, where microscopic cameras and other state-of-the-art technologies reveal perspectives that will blow your mind. Tracking the body of a female from infancy to old age, viewers will observe the digestion of a meal, the development of the cardiac system and other mesmerizing aspects of the body's inner workings. close
They have long and inseparably entered our homes and our lives and yet remain one of the most mysterious animals on earth. The ancient Egyptians considered more
They have long and inseparably entered our homes and our lives and yet remain one of the most mysterious animals on earth. The ancient Egyptians considered them sacred animals. In the past, wild nocturnal predators, now they live near us, but are in no hurry to reveal their secrets.
Documentary: BBC: Living Nature. Cats sheds light on the origin of domestic cats and introduces viewers to many interesting details about the habits and lifestyle of these cute creatures. There are also some enduring expressions, such as “sees in the dark like a cat,” “savvy as a cat,” and “a cat has nine (seven) lives.” close
"Prisoners of Terpsichora" - documentary Efim Reznikov. Ballet is a beautiful art that delights millions of people. However, for those who create the more
"Prisoners of Terpsichora" - documentary Efim Reznikov. Ballet is a beautiful art that delights millions of people. However, for those who create the magic of dance, this art is very difficult. Every day, future soloists of the theater take thousands of steps, honing their ability to move beautifully, conveying the very soul in dance. In the lens of the camera, the teacher and student: Lyudmila Sakharov, the head of the Perm school, and Natalia Balakhnicheva, now acting as the prima of the Kremlin ballet. They treat their main occupation of life equally with love and hatred, because they constantly have to overcome pain and their own character. close
The Odyssey of Jacques Cousteau: Coral Jungle. (La Collection Cousteau: Jungle de corail) Palawan: le dernier refuge immerses viewers in the beauty of more
The Odyssey of Jacques Cousteau: Coral Jungle. (La Collection Cousteau: Jungle de corail) Palawan: le dernier refuge immerses viewers in the beauty of the underwater world. On the screen - the coral jungle of the Indian Ocean, the world of exotic fish, shellfish and other inhabitants.
At first glance, this underwater country is calm and serene, but it has its own wars, a struggle for survival, during which any means, including poisonous substances, are used. Sea residents form an alliance with their own kind, protecting the territory from the enemy. close
Like the previous film Luna produced by Klushantsev, the film Mars was created at the intersection of educational science films and science-fiction. It more
Like the previous film Luna produced by Klushantsev, the film Mars was created at the intersection of educational science films and science-fiction. It consists of seven pieces, which tell (based on scientific understanding of the 1960s) of the physical conditions on planet Mars, the possibility of life on Mars and what forms it might take, of Martian canals and "seas" of the Red Planet. In addition, the film includes the director's fantasy hypothetical forms of life on mars, and of the exploration and colonization of Mars in the near future. close
"Through rare historical and contemporary footage and interviews with more than 160 doctors, attorneys, educators, survivors and experts on the mental more
"Through rare historical and contemporary footage and interviews with more than 160 doctors, attorneys, educators, survivors and experts on the mental health industry and its abuses, this riveting documentary blazes the bright light of truth on the brutal pseudoscience and the multi-billion dollar fraud that is psychiatry" - The Citizens Commission on Human Rights close
One of the seven wonders of the ancient world, with which the works of later architects and builders could not compare, is the Great Pyramid near Giz. more
One of the seven wonders of the ancient world, with which the works of later architects and builders could not compare, is the Great Pyramid near Giz. She is a silent witness to an unknown civilization and the greatest mystery on earth. Expressive in its silence, stunning in its splendor, the Great Pyramid is truly a work of art in stone. Among the current sands of time, the Pyramid stands as the personification of eternity itself. Who were the enlightened mathematicians who planned its proportions, the craftsmen who directed the works, the skilled stonemasons who made blocks of stones? close
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