Taking Venice

It’s 1964, the Cold War is raging, and the US sets its sights on a new front: the art world. At the prestigious Venice Biennale, a covert cultural campaign unfolds. A savvy Washington insider enlists a rising curator to organize America’s entry. Teaming up with a legendary dealer, they launch an audacious plan to make Robert Rauschenberg—an unorthodox artist using pop culture imagery and street junk—the grand prize winner. As the competition heats up, the team’s behind-the-scenes tactics echo a Hollywood thriller. When Rauschenberg wins, the art world erupts—and the artist is left questioning the political agenda behind his triumph.

The Remarkable Miss North

In the late 1800s, Marianne North traveled to the far corners of the world in search of exotic botanical life, paintbrush in hand. This documentary tells the life and adventures of this gifted Victorian trailblazer. Unbound by social convention she embarked on a project to paint the world’s plants, a legacy that is still as mesmerising today as it was when her gallery at Kew Garden was first revealed in 1882.

The Lost Voyage Of 499

Discover the story of the steamship SS Ventnor, which, in 1902, sank off Hokianga, North Island, with the remains of 499 Chinese gold miners on board

Trump: A Second Chance?

How has it been possible for President Trump, a now convicted felon who faces 88 criminal charges across four trials, to be on the verge of securing a second term in the White House? This gripping film following the 2024 US election campaign details each twist and turn of a spectacularly eventful and unpredictable race. With trials and assassination attempts and Trump’s 81-year-old opponent moving aside for the new Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, the unfolding developments have cemented an important place in world history. Combining a tapestry of on-the-ground filming, master interviews with those closest to Trump and his campaign, expert analysis and a rich archive, TRUMP: A SECOND CHANCE? is the definitive film on this historic presidential race.

Cosmetics Coming Clean

Cosmetics are changing. Brought about by a storm of protest from concerned consumers and an influx of scientific research, the stuff you put on your face is changing its makeup. With stories from organic boutique producers and the labs of major manufacturers, this documentary will examine the shifting tide of current cosmetics, always with an eye on how science separates fact from fear.

Caesar

This is the story of a Roman youth at the end of the republic, Gaius Julius, who, with guts and good fortune reaches the heights of triumph. His story leads us to travel through six countries around the Mediterranean and retell the story of his military, political and love life unravelling. Told in the present tense, CAESAR creates a young hero that viewers can relate to - showing his humanity, struggles, doubts, hopes and flaws - in a way that today’s young audience can identify with. It is the man behind the statue that interests us. The orphan, the civil war outcast, the young impoverished conscript on the frontline, the hostage of pirates in the Aegean Sea, the bisexual lover of a Turkish king, the conqueror of Gaul and of Great-Britain, Cleopatra’s companion in Egypt, etc. This series follows Caesar’s footsteps along the shores of “mare nostrum.” From the Carthage ruins in Tunisia to the Lutece arena in Paris and Antakya’s victory arches in Turkey, we will explore the common history of three continents where the Roman heritage lives on.

The Emperor's Lost Harbour

In the heart of a metropolitan city of 15 million people, an archaeological sensation has been discovered: the ancient harbour of Theodosious, lost from the history books for over 1000 years. Using never-before-seen CGI to recreate the city, we piece together the story of the ancient harbour and the reasons for its sudden disappearance in the 13th century.

Inside The Statue Wars

For some, historical figures are great heroes and nation builders. But for a growing legion of others, they are imperialists, racists, and criminals. INSIDE THE STATUE WARS delves into a fascinating, high stakes battle being waged over public memorials and statues. From Indigenous protestors tearing down a statue of Queen Victoria, to students threatening to walk out of schools named after these historical figures, to civic and business leaders spending millions to re-name streets, brands, and buildings, we are living through a momentous re-evaluation of our past. Is it a long overdue reckoning or an over-reaction? Are we rebalancing the narrative to reach a more inclusive future, or is this an activist approach to history in the age of cancel culture?

Ghost Lands

GHOST LANDS is a captivating, hour-long documentary exploring real Indigenous ghost stories passed down through generations. Led by an Indigenous cast and crew, these stories are told by those with a profound connection to the spirit world. Rooted in diverse Indigenous cultures, GHOST LANDS offers a unique and powerful perspective on the paranormal, inviting viewers into a world of spirits and legends, promising to both terrify and mesmerize audiences.

Open Doors

OPEN DOORS gives viewers unique access to the behind-the-scenes inner workings of two of the world’s most luxurious and storied hotels. From Toronto to Monaco, OPEN DOORS shares real stories; live the scandals, rub elbows with the royals, and watch the drama unfold.