“Dance and Mystery” by the Swiss choreographer Tiziana Arnaboldi is a homage to Charlotte Bara (1901 – 1986). This legendary Gothic dancer who was born in Belgium and lived in Ascona, bequeathed a rich body of work. Her essential movements and stance, depicted in some 30 photos, are revived in a contemporary choreography which in 2018 was awarded the Swiss Dance as Cultural Heritage Award.
In Southern India, many women must endure early marriage. The refuge charity Paadhai shelters the children and adolescents who are trying to escape this fate. Twenty-year-old Amulpriya’s mother was married at an early age to a man who turned out to be unable to provide for her or her family. Now after decades of poverty, she wants her daughter to follow the same path – early marriage.
Dangerous antibiotics, fluoroquinolones, have been destroying the lives of healthy people. For years, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration turned a blind eye to this tragedy. Washington, D.C. consumer advocacy group, Public Citizen, successfully sued the FDA, in 2008, forcing stronger warnings on name brands like Cipro and Levaquin. How can 5 pills change one's life forever?
A young American returns home and discovers that his girlfriend is cheating on him with his brother and that his mom has passed away. After attempting suicide, his therapist gives him a ring that will allow him to travel anywhere in the world.
Dogs have followed us humans all over the world – as hunting, sledge, guard or sheep dog. This heart-warming documentary shows true stories about the unconditional loyalty between humans and dogs and investigates our best friends’ remarkable intelligence, their outstanding sensory abilities and emotional bond to us humans.
Rabdoulah and Pemba are two ten-year-old boys who live in two of the most inhospitable regions on the planet - the Teneré desert and the Himalaya mountains. And though their lives are separated by thousands of miles, they have something in common which, moreover, will represent a before and an after in their lives. For the first time, they are going to accompany their families, who for generations have worked in the salt trade, on a long and dangerous journey.
Rabdoulah and Pemba are two ten-year-old boys who live in two of the most inhospitable regions on the planet - the Teneré desert and the Himalaya mountains. And though their lives are separated by thousands of miles, they have something in common which, moreover, will represent a before and an after in their lives. For the first time, they are going to accompany their families, who for generations have worked in the salt trade, on a long and dangerous journey.
Trial and Error is a fundamental method of solving problems. It is characterised by repeated, varied attempts which are continued until success or until the agent stops trying. The season was dominated by new experiences, epic powder runs, major setbacks, injuries, awesome lines, annoying negotiations in foreign countries, lots of fun and pain.
Mum and Son's Chilling Adventures is a documentary film that features the unique relationship of a mother and son ghost hunting team that investigates ghostly phenomenon.
In order to put together the rave & nightclub-inspired production of his dreams, French choreographer Anthony Egéa recruits a team of young dancers trained in drastically varied disciplines, from classical, to electro, to breakdance.
In order to put together the rave & nightclub-inspired production of his dreams, French choreographer Anthony Egéa recruits a team of young dancers trained in drastically varied disciplines, from classical, to electro, to breakdance.
Take a unique journey into the past to examine one of the greatest mysteries in recent history, the Roswell UFO crash. Hear the shocking testimonies of those who experienced the event first hand and delve deep into the evidence and footage that survived.
This beautiful city of Uruguay, that signs the border between the banks of La Plata river and the sea ones, was created by a pioneer who, along its shores, saw the path of spiritual evolution and energetic connection with the Universe. Its founder was Fra
The historicity of Jesus Christ and his Resurrection has always been the subject of heated debates between atheists and believers, scientists, and religious people. There are, however, extraordinary findings to which even the most skeptical look
An exclusive investigation on one of the most fascinating and controversial mysteries of Christianity: the translation of the Holy house of Virgin Mary from Nazareth to Loreto, in Italy.
Follow a flamenco prodigy and her troupe’s journey to make it in the Big Apple
Hip hop dance first began in the streets when dancers attracted passing audiences with their acrobatic moves and turned hip hop into a worldwide cultural phenomenon. Yet, all over the world, hip hop crews are still largely ignored by the official art scene and denied opportunites to perform on national stages – except perhaps in France.
Hip hop dance first began in the streets when dancers attracted passing audiences with their acrobatic moves and turned hip hop into a worldwide cultural phenomenon. Yet, all over the world, hip hop crews are still largely ignored by the official art scene and denied opportunites to perform on national stages – except perhaps in France.
Join Britain's most renowned UFO investigator (Philip Mantle) as he recounts his lifelong investigation into the greatest paranormal mystery of all time, the UFO crash at Roswell, New Mexico and the highly controversial Alien Autopsy film. Witness passion turn into obsession in his search for answers. Discern the facts from the fiction, and retrace the twists and turns of the Roswell saga, told through archival eye witness interviews, featuring never before seen footage and interviews.
Join Britain's most renowned UFO investigator (Philip Mantle) as he recounts his lifelong investigation into the greatest paranormal mystery of all time, the UFO crash at Roswell, New Mexico and the highly controversial Alien Autopsy film. Witness passion turn into obsession in his search for answers. Discern the facts from the fiction, and retrace the twists and turns of the Roswell saga, told through archival eye witness interviews, featuring never before seen footage and interviews.
Join Britain's most renowned UFO investigator (Philip Mantle) as he recounts his lifelong investigation into the greatest paranormal mystery of all time, the UFO crash at Roswell, New Mexico and the highly controversial Alien Autopsy film. Witness passion turn into obsession in his search for answers. Discern the facts from the fiction, and retrace the twists and turns of the Roswell saga, told through archival eye witness interviews, featuring never before seen footage and interviews.
Join Britain's most renowned UFO investigator (Philip Mantle) as he recounts his lifelong investigation into the greatest paranormal mystery of all time, the UFO crash at Roswell, New Mexico and the highly controversial Alien Autopsy film. Witness passion turn into obsession in his search for answers. Discern the facts from the fiction, and retrace the twists and turns of the Roswell saga, told through archival eye witness interviews, featuring never before seen footage and interviews.
500 years after it was built, this film tells a new story of the Castle of Chambord, showing the recent discoveries of two historians and revealing the secret codes hidden in the whole building.
500 years after it was built, this film tells a new story of the Castle of Chambord, showing the recent discoveries of two historians and revealing the secret codes hidden in the whole building.
500 years after it was built, this film tells a new story of the Castle of Chambord, showing the recent discoveries of two historians and revealing the secret codes hidden in the whole building.
The programme will provide a rich mythological and historical background to this unique breed of horse. As well as covering the Landsmot festival, the film will trace the ancestry of the breed, which has been kept pure by the banning of all imported horses.
Archaeologists unlock the mystery of wooden posts arranged in large circles all over Central Europe.
Archaeologists unlock the mystery of wooden posts arranged in large circles all over Central Europe.
If the sources related to the mysteries and the history of Jerusalem are essentially based on the Bible and on archaeological discoveries with controversial interpretations, there is a kind of established unity between the mythological beginnings and the historical times. In this film, we revisit mysteries while bringing new informations.
"I Will Dance In Spite Of It All" is a journey through modern Tunisia, that exposes the contradictions and recent fractures of the country, particularly due to the development of a new Islamist current. It is a story about dance, cinema and the human body. A story of freedom, guided by Bahri, Sandra and Selma. Although their paths are different, they all use the same weapon: art.
"I Will Dance In Spite Of It All" is a journey through modern Tunisia, that exposes the contradictions and recent fractures of the country, particularly due to the development of a new Islamist current. It is a story about dance, cinema and the human body. A story of freedom, guided by Bahri, Sandra and Selma. Although their paths are different, they all use the same weapon: art.
A husband returns to Albania 18 years after his wife was killed during a riot to find out why she died.
A husband returns to Albania 18 years after his wife was killed during a riot to find out why she died.
In the footsteps of Caravaggio’s Nativity, the canvas of the great master stolen 50 years ago in Palermo, among mafia, art dealers up to the Lugano vaults.
In the footsteps of Caravaggio’s Nativity, the canvas of the great master stolen 50 years ago in Palermo, among mafia, art dealers up to the Lugano vaults.
A husband dies,leaving his wife Khadija and their two children, Nemat and Sami behind. Khadija is arrested for burning the factory where her husband was working. She gets mad and is hospitalized for 10 years until she regains her memory and begins a journey to find her children.
Mansaku Nomura’s family is responsible for preserving and passing on kyogen’s 650 years of tradition. We focus on their challenges as performers through their Divine Dance called “Sanbaso” in Paris.
In London, a secret society led by lawyer Thaddeus Merrydew collects the assets of any of its deceased members and divides them among the remaining members. Society members start dropping like flies. Sherlock Holmes is approached by member James Murphy's widow, who is miffed at being left penniless by her husband.
When a Japanese tourist goes missing in Canada’s remote Northwest Territories during a trip to see the Aurora Borealis, a community is left reeling for answers. The Missing Tourist traces the investigation from southern Japan to the wilderness of the Canadian north, breaking down cultural boundaries to bring closure to this unsettling mystery.
Jonathan travels to Iceland to investigate a giant crack in the ground filled with frigid runoff from melting glaciers. It’s rumored to be the clearest water in the world. But to find out, Jonathan has to brave some very cold water. Next, he heads down to sunny Florida, not to dive a coral reef or a spectacular shipwreck, but to dive in shallow, murky water under a busy bridge. This secret spot is home to some of the ocean’s most remarkable, and weird, animals.
Sequel to the 2013 film 'Haunted'. A private investigator looks into the Halloween horror nights phenomenon. On a rural farm in deepest, darkest England he encounters a series of bizarre paranormal events that lead to a mystery being solved with frightening consequences.
It has been 10 years since Antonino Belnome, 38-year-old Godfather and killer of the 'Ndrangheta, the bloody and powerful Calabrian mafia, changed his life becoming a collaborator of justice. With his testimonies he revealed unsolved crimes, buried corpses, dirty deals between weapons, drugs and corruption in the rich Northern Italy.
It has been 10 years since Antonino Belnome, 38-year-old Godfather and killer of the 'Ndrangheta, the bloody and powerful Calabrian mafia, changed his life becoming a collaborator of justice. With his testimonies he revealed unsolved crimes, buried corpses, dirty deals between weapons, drugs and corruption in the rich Northern Italy.
A hundred years ago, Mata Hari faced the firing squad as a convicted German spy. Was she a dangerous spy, whose boldness and sexuality threatened the establishment, or a victim entangled in a climate of blame and desperation as WWI dragged on? How much of what we know about her is just myth? New documents reveal startling truths about her life.
A continuation of Haunted 2: Appartions. Andrew Robinson the private investigator returns as he looks into the Halloween horror nights phenomenon. On a rural farm in deepest, darkest England he encounters a series of bizarre paranormal events that lead to a mystery being solved with frightening consequences and ultimate finale.
Answering the decades-old mystery of who really assassinated President John F. Kennedy this explosive documentary features a shocking confession from James Files, the man who claims to be the killer. The film presents compelling forensic and eyewitness evidence, previously unavailable to the public, supporting Files’ contention that he, and not Lee Harvey Oswald, fired the fatal shot at America’s 35th president.
A biography of the controversial fashion savant, creator of extraordinary fashion show sets, renowned photographer, and author of breathtaking books. Lagerfeld is the quintessential renaissance man.
A biography of the controversial fashion savant, creator of extraordinary fashion show sets, renowned photographer, and author of breathtaking books. Lagerfeld is the quintessential renaissance man.
He’s the world’s most enigmatic and dangerous dictator, cultivating an air of secrecy around himself and never giving interviews. Ruler of the hermit kingdom, he’s now closer than ever to developing nuclear weapons. But what do we really know about Supreme Leader and ’Rocket Man’, Kim Jung Un? Posing as tourists, we travelled to Pyongyang to experience life under his autocracy.
The series is presented by real investigators, crime scene technicians and medical examiners in charge of the original cases. They relate the investigation and explain it step by step. All episodes of the series are based on real murder cases solved by the Vienna police. The real killers were convicted — hence the clear message of the series: “There is no perfect murder. At the end of the day, everyone makes a mistake." Caution! Spotlight Murder is not for the faint of heart.
The series is presented by real investigators, crime scene technicians and medical examiners in charge of the original cases. They relate the investigation and explain it step by step. All episodes of the series are based on real murder cases solved by the Vienna police. The real killers were convicted — hence the clear message of the series: “There is no perfect murder. At the end of the day, everyone makes a mistake." Caution! Spotlight Murder is not for the faint of heart.
A biography of a universal icon of music and Hollywood, Madonna, better known as the Queen of Pop. Sabbatical Entertainment celebrates Madonna’s illustrious career spanning more than four decades, always pushing the boundaries of entertainment. Not afraid of controversy, the Material girl, through her talents, redefined and reshaped pop culture history.
Inspiring short form profiles on iconic women throughout history. Each vignette presents different and unique personalities and highlights their journeys and success achieved against adversities within the fields of TV, film and music. Get a closer look at these amazing women as they share advice on topics such as health, food, and beauty.
Sabbatical Entertainment’s exclusive original documentary admires Christian Dior, the famous French fashion designer whose post–World War II creations were wildly popular and whose legacy continues to influence the fashion industry.
Inspiring short form profiles on iconic women throughout history. Each vignette presents different and unique personalities and highlights their journeys and success achieved against adversities within the fields of TV, film and music. Get a closer look at these amazing women as they share advice on topics such as health, food, and beauty.
Inspiring short form profiles on iconic women throughout history. Each vignette presents different and unique personalities and highlights their journeys and success achieved against adversities within the fields of TV, film and music. Get a closer look at these amazing women as they share advice on topics such as health, food, and beauty.
Sabbatical Entertainment’s exclusive original documentary admires Christian Dior, the famous French fashion designer whose post–World War II creations were wildly popular and whose legacy continues to influence the fashion industry.
In anticipation of the premiere of the 25 chapter in the iconic James Bond Saga, based on the novels of British writer Ian Fleming, Sabbatical Entertainment presents FOR OUR EYES ONLY an enthralling documentary in which we will relive all of 007 dangerous mission throughout this legendary cinematic franchise, from the first feature film production in 1962, “Dr. No”, to the highly anticipated “No Time To Die.”
