Displaced by the Second World War, a troop of Polish soldiers form an inseparable bond through an orphaned bear they name Wojtek.
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Displaced by the Second World War, a troop of Polish soldiers form an inseparable bond through an orphaned bear they name Wojtek.
Shot over ten years and prompted by the death of her father, filmmaker Joan explores Britain's colonial past and the legacy her dual black and white heritage has had on her life.
In this short film directed in the style of Andrei Tarkovsky, eternity and the downfall of the Soviet empire are explored in a deeply symbolic and poetic way. The film follows a protagonist as they traverse a desolate landscape, reflecting on the transient nature of life and the inevitability of death. Through a series of dreamlike sequences, the audience is presented with a powerful meditation on the idea of eternity, and how it can be seen in the rise and fall of empires. The film culminates in a powerful scene of the protagonist standing atop a hill, looking out at the ruins of the Soviet empire, and contemplating the eternal cycle of life and death.
Smith is a hitman. Her latest mission is to infiltrate the Sapphire Masquerade ball to eliminate a high value target, there is just one problem. She isn't alone.
Inside Kabul follows Marwa and Raha, two friends living in Kabul. When the country fell to the Taliban they began sending voice messages to their friend, journalist Caroline Gillet, wanting to share what they were seeing, hearing, and feeling. These are their personal audio diaries.
In the midst of a plague, a lonely priest must confront his fears when faced with an ominous knock at the door of his abandoned church.
Eyewitnesses give first hand testimony about the worst natural disaster to strike Britain in modern times. On 31 January 1953, a massive storm and its huge tidal surge flooded 250 square miles of land from the Shetlands to the Thames estuary, killing hundreds of people, sinking several ships, and destroying tens of thousands of homes. Few remember this disaster that shocked the country as it emerged from the trauma of World War II, but those who do remember it vividly.
Revealing doc about how reality star Georgia Harrison fought a revenge porn court case against her ex Stephen Bear and won. Features exclusive access, filmed over two years.
Rory Bremner looks back at the life and career of Mike Yarwood, master of the imitation game and one of the BBC's most successful stars of the 1970s and 80s.
A recovering addict relapses in the rough industrial estates of Glasgow.
From early life in Yorkshire mining town, the documentary plots the rise of Comic Book artist Dean Ormston, co-creator of the Black Hammer universe, and his struggle to recovery from an event that almost cost him his career and his life.
Talking with Rivers is a conversation between Iran and Afghanistan, two neighbouring countries that used to be one land. The two countries are now sharing their stories after they parted from each other, from the era of Soviet invasion to the civil war and the Taliban era, up to and including the rise and fall of America and the return of the Taliban.
A documentary special that provides a rare view into the real Charles behind the headlines… told in his own words.
As an asteroid hurtles towards the earth, two friends journey through the forest in search of a mythical safe haven to escape the impending apocalypse. But is Groundswell truly their salvation or just a fairytale?
Filmed and recorded live on his 2022 UK tour, in the coastal city of Brighton, UK, this release documents Steve and his band celebrating the 50th anniversary of the much-loved Genesis album 'Foxtrot', along with selections from Steve's solo career.
Roger Waters, the creative force behind the golden years of Pink Floyd, presents his first Farewell Tour, “This Is Not A Drill”, Live from Prague, in cinemas around the world. This cinematic extravaganza is a stunning indictment of the corporate dystopia in which we all struggle to survive and will include 20 Pink Floyd and Roger Waters classic songs, including: “Us & Them”, “Comfortably Numb”, “Wish You Were Here”, and “Is This The Life We Really Want?”. Waters also debuts his new song, “The Bar”. Waters is joined on stage by Jonathan Wilson, Dave Kilminster, Jon Carin, Gus Seyffert, Robert Walter, Joey Waronker, Shanay Johnson, Amanda Belair and Seamus Blake to deliver an unforgettable performance with a call to action to love, protect, and share our precious planet home.
Two strangers meet at key turning points over the course of their lives. The initial conflict gives way to compassion and eventual friendship.
The story of the gaming phenomenon that is Street Fighter II, exploring its origins and its impact on the lives of kids and teenagers worldwide.
In January 2022, one of the most powerful volcanic eruptions in recorded history rocked the Pacific islands of Tonga, sending shockwaves around the world. Through first-person accounts of the disaster and eyewitness footage, experience the terrifying power of the eruption and the devastating tsunami that struck the shores of Tonga. Why was this eruption so big, how did it cause the tsunami, and could another disaster loom? NOVA investigates on "Hidden Volcano Abyss."
Clara is given an enchanted Nutcracker doll on Christmas Eve. As midnight strikes, she creeps downstairs to find a magical adventure awaiting her and her Nutcracker. The magician Drosselmeyer transforms the drawing room into a battle between mice and toy soldiers. During the battle, Clara saves the Nutcracker’s life – so breaking a magical spell that turned him from a boy to a toy – and the Mouse King is defeated. In celebration, Drosselmeyer sweeps Clara and the Nutcracker off to the Kingdom of Sweets, where they meet the Sugar Plum Fairy and take part in a wonderful display of dances. The next morning, Clara’s adventures seem to have been more than just a dream.
Jack, the sole survivor of an apocalyptic event retreats to the countryside to escape the madness of a world belonging to the dead. Mourning the loss of his wife & child, Jack contemplates his next move and becomes adept at surviving, but is survival what he really wants? Follow Jack's journey as he battles the dead, and his inner demons.
In the beginning of the war in Ukraine, separated from her family, one phone call is all Galyna has to ensure their safety.
The wordless story of a young girl's journey to the sacred tree.
Jade and her brother, Lanre, try to rekindle their sibling bond whilst waiting to see whether their mother manages to pull through intensive care.
In a world where men can get pregnant, Owen wakes up with more than a hangover to fix.
Oral history project exploring the history of London's holiday campers. From the 1930s to the 1980s London’s workers increasingly visited holiday camps such as Pontins and Butlins, or run by trade unions and other social groups. It became a tradition for generations of families - a highlight of the year for all ages.
Discover the heart-wrenching tale of Ecuador’s forgotten guitar road in “Vanishing Strings of the Andes.” Witness the struggle to preserve an age-old generational craft practised high in the Andes mountains before it’s too late...
An overachieving executive quits her job just before Christmas and goes to her father's country inn to try to find some balance again.
"Bike Rider" is a 2023 thriller film about a Bike Rider's obsession with rescuing a child drug dealer that leads to a violent mission and a bloody Knife fight.
Trim twins Jimmy and Timmy take the keep fit world by storm with their Twin Leaps phenomenon. Then a falling out leads Jimmy to greater fame and Timmy to overweight obscurity. Has Jimmy really become a success all on his own? Timmy’s fiancée Pavi and Jimmy’s unacknowledged personal trainer Rhonda Gauntlet’s answer is no! Together they set about getting Timmy back on track and exposing Jimmy’s throw away the bread beer before bed approach to losing weight.
'Inertia' tells the story of one woman's navigation through a nocturnal city on her way home after drinks with colleagues. The film also examines how accumulated abuses, both subtle and gross, can affect our present actions.
Forza Scozia focuses on the lives and experiences of Scotland National Team players Christy Grimshaw, Josh Doig, Lana Clelland and Lewis Ferguson, who all play their club football in Italy. Taking you from the cobbled streets and caffè americanos, to the old-school stadia and the fervent support that fills them - this is Forza Scozia
Watch Henning give everything a good rinse and witness him wring sense out of the nonsensical. Henning has no agenda, he just happens to be always spot on. It’s a curse.
The secret Lives of Nuns
Martin Clunes explores the secret lives of Britain’s heroic army of guide dogs, inspired by a podcast story of a blind woman whose life had been changed by her guide dog but who now faces the daunting task of finding a new dog.
Sarah: dead! Jim: on the rampage! But Ron's greatest enemy ... is middle age!
Mrs. Brown and the gang start the New Year with a tough new health and fitness regime to get into shape, but a mysterious visitor to Finglas raises some difficult questions from Agnes' past.
Mike Stock, Matt Aitken and Pete Waterman were the producers who came, SAW and conquered the UK charts in the 1980s, spinning the music scene right round like a record with their instantly recognisable brand of disco floor-filling pop hits. The trio divided the nation between those who loved their Hi-NRG sound and the singers they transformed into tabloid sensations, and a music press that loathed them for turning record producing into a production line. Today, many of SAW’s most memorable hits are considered classics of their time, and the very best of them are celebrated in this new selection, featuring such artists as Rick Astley, Dead or Alive, Donna Summer, Bananarama, Mel & Kim and, of course, Kylie and Jason
Debut stand-up hour from sarky Londoner Lily Phillips. Star of The Stand Up Sketch Show (ITV2), Lily's dry, smutty wit made her a [y]2021[/y[ New Comedy Award finalist (BBC One). She wanted to write a show about feminism, but ended up with a bunch of jokes about her dog's vadge. Also seen on BBC Three, All 4, E4 and Comedy Central. Chortle One to Watch 2022, Leicester Square New Comedian of the Year runner-up, Funny Women finalist, and Pleasance Reserve alumnus.
An access-all-areas look at the life of global megastar KSI as he goes through the most momentous year of his life. At the height of his fame, spurred on by a break-up, the multi-millionaire YouTuber, boxer and rapper starts to re-evaluate his priorities. How did JJ Olatunji, a nerdy kid from Watford become so successful and at what cost?
Having invited a date over for dinner, James struggles to hide from her the monster that has been haunting him for weeks.
The film is described as a weird and wonderful merging of shades of folk horror, the supernatural with dadaist humour and a quaint British eccentricities that are long gone in the cinema of today.
Experience the classic sci-fi film The Matrix like never before in this spectacular live show brought to life through mind-expanding dance and the latest immersive design.
Sinus searches for his missing twin; Möbius. Befriending Hiccup, a cool-headed vagabond, the pair set off on the quest, eventually stumbling into ‘The Garden’. Amongst the topiary, they meet a band of whimsical characters; Queenie, Rebel, and the Fool - who join the search for his twin. At the door of an ancient forest, Sinus loses his newfound friends, and descends into a frenzied trip towards the depths of his psyche. Blind wizards, clouds of bees, and giddy demons - all manner of evils await him in the shadows. In this darkness, will he ever find the elusive Möbius?
The story of pioneering women making iconic TV ads that changed the world: from Shake n' Vac and Levi's, to the Flake girl in the bath and the Lynx effect
Set in a world where everyone wears masks, this is a girl meets girl story about how relationships define us
Finally allowed to reconnect with human people again, Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Brennan has forgotten how to do it and needs your help. You'd think he'd be amazing with crowds after being on Live At The Apollo, Celebrity Coach Trip and Joe Lycett's tour. But the world just seems a bit much. Sounds really lockdowny doesn't it? But it's not. Promise. It's a show about you, me and all the others.
Joan finds herself cold, miserable, and lonely once again. Follow her as she embarks on a self-pitying mission to cheer herself up.
Dreaming of an independent future, Nell starts up her own business, dealing in the perverse and bizarre desires of her anonymous clients. As mysterious orders start to come in, Nell becomes embroiled in a tantalizing game of cat-and-mouse.
When his son returns home from prison, an estranged father must accept his failings if he wants any chance of mending their relationship, before it’s too late.
In a world where everyone has mannequins for mates, Burton has to find his missing 'wife' when he receives the wrong one.
The Ukrainian comedian Vasyl Baidak sparks an unlikely and enduring friendship with retiree Iryna Terekhova when he works with a group of young people from Kyiv to rebuild her home.
Beth and Mark are a couple heading to a country home for a weekend break to fix their rocky relationship. But when Mark goes missing in the middle of the night Beth is faced with the truths of a haunted past.
Have you ever been bothered by a stone cold caller? University student Kiera becomes engulfed in stress when she is swarmed by an endless supply of cold callers. There’s no running away from this mobile nightmare.
A neurodivergent man is stuck in the web of an abusive relationship, unable to free himself from his lovers grasp.
On move in day, a lesbian couple are forced to acknowledge that the problems between them don’t just exist in the bedroom.
When two teenagers report seeing the face of the Devil in a sea cave, a retired archeologist is asked to investigate. So begins the UK's first ever folk-horror anthology film - Rewilding. Across three stories, we'll also follow a journalist looking into the Halloween rituals of a countryside village, and an author on the hunt for the grave of a 16th Century 'witch finder'.
Big Deal follows two best friends, Casey and Sarah, on their quest to smoke weed before parting ways for university. In the spirit of making things up as they go along, the pair traverse the treacherous middle class streets of North West London to rendezvous with a peculiar dealer. As the night spirals, they question not only their friendship and the anxieties of growing up, but also, how do you actually roll a joint?
At the height of summer, two rowdy young boys spend the afternoon tearing through the countryside. But when they come across an electric fence a competitive game sparks something unexpected between them.
Through its two parallel plotlines, the film follows the exploits of a volunteer evacuation team in the front lines of Eastern Ukraine, led by young, precociously stoic Anton, as well as the wartime daily lives and unlikely friendship of two elderly women - pragmatic Zinaida and dreamy, starry-eyed Taisia - who decided to stay at their homes in the now de-occupied Chernihiv region. While Anton faces the most visceral horrors of war on a daily basis during his team's urgent, desperate attempts to rescue the most vulnerable, who are often reluctant or unwilling to leave, Zinaida and Taisia seek to pursue any forms of resistance within their power - from praying and writing poetry to hiding historic plaque and reporting intelligence to the Ukrainian military.