Soundtrack: Alex Heffes

Direction Richard Dale · Fan Lixin · Peter Webber

Cast Jackie Chan · Robert Redford

Synopsis Earth: One Amazing Day (2017) presents an extraordinary voyage through the natural world, showcasing the incredible forces and events that unfold in just 24 hours. This BBC Earth Films production follows the sun's path from towering peaks to distant islands...

Direction Charles Ferguson

Cast Gylfi Zoega · Andri Snær Magnasson · Sigridur Benediktsdottir · Paul Volcker

Synopsis Inside Job (2010) is an eye-opening documentary directed by Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Charles Ferguson, known for his work on "No End In Sight." This groundbreaking film delves into the hidden realities of the 2008 economic crisis, which led to a...

Direction Kevin Macdonald

Cast Brendan Mackey · Nicholas Aaron · Joe Simpson

Synopsis Touching The Void (2003) chronicles the harrowing tale of two daring young mountaineers, Joe Simpson and Simon Yates, who embarked on a perilous journey to conquer the formidable west face of the Siula Grande in the Peruvian Andes in 1985....

Direction Peter Webber

Cast Stephen Emmott

Synopsis Ten Billion (2015) delves into the lives of every individual, exploring the collective failures of society, including personal shortcomings, business missteps, and political shortcomings. The documentary sheds light on an urgent global crisis and contemplates the destiny of humanity.

Direction James Watkins

Cast Alex Lawther · Jerome Flynn · Natasha Little · Hannah Steele

Synopsis Black Mirror: Shut Up and Dance (TV) (2016) follows the story of Kenny, a shy and introverted 19-year-old who unwittingly falls into a digital snare. This entanglement compels him to form an uneasy partnership with the cunning Hector. Together, they...

Direction Mark Deeble · Victoria Stone

Synopsis The Elephant Queen (2019) follows the journey of Athena, a formidable and charismatic matriarch elephant with a distinct personality. Athena commands the respect of her extended family through her wise and nurturing leadership, understanding that the survival of her herd...

Direction Kevin Macdonald

Cast Forest Whitaker · James McAvoy · Kerry Washington · Gillian Anderson

Synopsis The Last King of Scotland (2006) follows the journey of a young Scottish physician, Nicholas Garrigan (James McAvoy), who, during a medical mission in Uganda, finds himself inextricably linked to one of history's most brutal dictators, Idi Amin (Forest Whitaker)....

Direction Kevin Macdonald

Synopsis My Enemy’s Enemy (2007) delves into the past of Klaus Barbie, a former Gestapo commander notorious for his brutal actions during World War II, earning him the chilling moniker "The Butcher of Lyon." The documentary explores his life, his role...

Direction Bruce Beresford · Thomas Carter · Phillip Noyce · Mario Van Peebles

Cast Malachi Kirby · Laurence Fishburne · Forest Whitaker · Emayatzy Corinealdi

Synopsis Roots (TV Miniseries) (2016) is a gripping retelling of Alex Haley's seminal work, spanning four compelling episodes. This historical drama delves into the life of an enslaved African man who is forcibly brought to America and the enduring legacy of...

Direction Kevin Macdonald

Synopsis One Day in September (1999) delves into the harrowing events that unfolded during the 1972 Munich Olympics, where Palestinian terrorists seized Israeli athletes, holding them captive. The documentary combines archival footage from the time with insightful interviews, including those with...

Direction Shona Auerbach

Cast Emily Mortimer · Jack McElhone · Gerard Butler · Mary Riggans

Synopsis Dear Frankie (2004) follows the touching and often amusing journey of a young boy, Frankie (Jack McElhone), and his mother, Lizzie (Emily Mortimer), who have been constantly traveling since Frankie's early years. To shield her son from the harsh reality,...

Direction Justin Chadwick

Cast Naomie Harris · Tony Kgoroge · Sam Feuer · Nick Reding

Synopsis The First Grader (2010) follows the inspiring journey of an 84-year-old Kenyan villager and former Mau Mau freedom fighter who embarks on a determined quest to secure his fundamental right to education. Despite the challenges posed by his advanced age...

Direction Ed Fraiman

Cast Gabriel Byrne · Charles Dance · Gina McKee · Jamie Sives

Synopsis Secret State (TV Miniseries) (2012) unfolds against the backdrop of a pivotal general election, as a catastrophic industrial incident in Teesside, UK, results in the loss of 19 lives, sparking concerns over the safety protocols of the US-based PetroFex petrochemical...

Direction Kevin Macdonald

Cast Cai Guo-Qiang

Synopsis Sky Ladder: The Art of Cai Guo-Qiang (2016) follows the journey of renowned contemporary artist Cai Guo-Qiang, from his formative years growing up in Mao's China to his ascension as a prominent figure in the global art scene. The documentary...

Direction Bridget Carpenter · Kevin Macdonald · James Strong

Cast James Franco · Sarah Gadon · George MacKay · Chris Cooper

Synopsis 11.22.63 (TV Miniseries) (2016) follows the journey of Jake Epping, a dedicated high school teacher who embarks on a perilous mission to alter the course of history. He ventures back in time to thwart the assassination of President John F....

Direction Mira Nair

Cast Lupita Nyong'o · David Oyelowo · Madina Nalwanga · Charity Rose Pimer

Synopsis Queen of Katwe (2016) follows the inspiring journey of a young girl from the slums of Uganda who discovers an extraordinary talent for chess. With the support of her family and a dedicated coach, she navigates the challenges of her...

Direction Kevin Macdonald

Cast Russell Crowe · Ben Affleck · Rachel McAdams · Robin Wright

Synopsis State of Play (2009) follows a group of tenacious investigative journalists who join forces with a seasoned police detective to unravel the murder of a congressman's secret lover. Set in Washington D.C., the story revolves around Cal McCaffrey (Russell Crowe),...

Direction Saul Metzstein

Cast Luke De Woolfson · James Lance · Kate Ashfield · Enzo Cilenti

Synopsis Late Night Shopping (2001) follows the nightly escapades of four young friends who work monotonous late shifts and convene at a local café after their jobs. Sean is pining for his girlfriend, whom he hasn't seen in three weeks. Vincent,...

Direction William Nicholson

Cast Annette Bening · Bill Nighy · Aiysha Hart · Josh O'Connor

Synopsis Hope Gap (2019) follows a family gathering that swiftly descends into chaos. During a visit with their son, the father unexpectedly reveals his intention to leave his wife, setting off a series of emotional confrontations and revelations. The film delves...

Direction Michael Keaton

Cast Michael Keaton · Al Pacino · Marcia Gay Harden · James Marsden

Synopsis Knox Goes Away (2023) follows the journey of John Knox, portrayed by Michael Keaton, a seasoned contract killer who receives a grim diagnosis of a swiftly progressing form of dementia. Determined to make amends for his past actions, Knox sets...