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Hunger Ward
Filmed from inside two of the most active therapeutic feeding centers in Yemen, HUNGER WARD documents two female health care workers fighting to thwart the spread of starvation against the backdrop of a forgotten war. The film provides an unflinching portrait of Dr. Aida Alsadeeq and Nurse Mekkia Mahdi as they try to save the lives of hunger-stricken children within a population on the brink of famine.

- 2020
Long Live Rock: Celebrate the Chaos
The film is a deep dive into the culture of hard rock music. This genre, beloved by its millions of fans, is often misunderstood and maligned by media and the music industry.

- 2019
The Passions of Howard Hughes
Howard was business, but not all business... The Passions of Howard Hughes is a fascinating look at how power, possessions and personality created a lifetime of passionate affairs with the most desirable women in the world.

- 2004
A Night with Lou Reed
Lou Reed was by this time a shell of his former subversive Velvet Underground and early solo self, and the band is a slightly more standard rock band. However, the interplay between Quine and Reed recalls Quine's Voidoids work and of course Reed and Sterling Morrison play off each other in spectacular fashion, which is probably best heard on the Live Matrix Tapes boxset. Lou Reed delivers a set that is a mixture of his Velvet Underground standards, such as "Sweet Jane," "I'm Waiting for the Man," "Rock and Roll," "White Light/White Heat" and solo hits like "Walk on the Wild Side" and "Satellite of Love." "Walk on the Wild Side" recently was embroiled in an absolutely insane controversy when it was played at the University of Guelph student union. It was considered "transphobic" by some "activist" students, when it's the complete opposite - Reed was dating a transgender woman at the time of the song, mysteriously only known as Rachel.

- 1983
Boxing: In and Out of the Ring
An investigative documentary that takes viewers inside the high-stakes business of boxing. It is an unprecedented look at the inner workings of the fight game from both sides of the ropes.

- 2001
Bryan Callen: Man Class
In his first one-hour comedy special Bryan Callen gives his unique take on how to be a real man in modern society.

- 2012
In from the Cold? A Portrait of Richard Burton
Few great actors have been so unfairly represented in the public image. Drunk, a wastrel, uncontrollable, unprofessional, besotted with glamour and wealth - just a few epithets dumped on Richard Burton.

- 1988
Jack Lemmon
- 1996
Michael Jackson: Remember the King
This documentary will cover all aspects of his life, from the Jackson 5 to This Is It, from his humble beginnings to Neverland, and from his abusive father to his alleged abuse cases. Join us as we, remember the king.

- 2018
The World of Liberace
Known for flamboyant excess on stage, Liberace dazzled the world and was the highest-paid entertainer in the world. Renowned director Tony Palmer dives into his lifestyle, dreams and fears.

- 1973
Zedd: True Colors
Ride along as Zedd explores new territory with his latest album, 'True Colors,' and get a behind the scenes look at everything from making the album, the most ambitious EDM arena tour in history, and a series of intimate fan experiences.

- 2016
Shirley MacLaine: Kicking Up Her Heels
Born in Richmond, Virginia, in 1934, Shirley MacLaine was the product of a strict middle-class background from which she and her brother, the future actor Warren Beatty, escaped into the fantasy world of show-biz. Her ballet training and her long-legged pixie charm led to rapid success on Broadway in musical comedy. Inevitably, Hollywood called and by 1955 Shirley was cast in Hitchcock's The Trouble With Harry. It wasn't too long before the fine dramatic roles also came to her opposite the most popular leading men of the time, like Fred MacMurray, Jack Lemmon, Frank Sinatra, Clint Eastwood and Robert Mitchum. But Shirley was not only known for her capacity to play opposite major male stars, she also soon made it clear that women had equal importance for her, both as fellow players and as real life friends. These women included Audrey Hepburn, Julia Roberts, and former Congresswoman Bella Abzug. It was apparent that this once perky "gypsy" of Broadway would leave her mark as one of the finest actresses of her day, an Academy-Award winner, who is ready and able to tackle any role that seems equal to her intelligence and talent. Her widely varied interests encompass the political, the literary and the mystical.

- 1996
Princess Diana: The Quiet Revolution
No one in history has ever been so universally adored as Diana, Princess of Wales. In her short life she captivated the world with her beauty, charm and limitless compassion. Her legacy still lives on two decades after her tragic death.

- 2017
The Fantastical World of Hormones with Professor John Wass
Expert John Wass presents a documentary telling the story of how hormones were discovered and remain at medicine's cutting edge as we try to deal with modern scourges like obesity.

- 2014
Alien Contact: Ancient Gods of Man
While Ancient Aliens may not have actually built the staggering ancient monuments that seemingly couldn't be built today with modern means, they likely influenced them. From Baalbek to Egypt and beyond, we are just now starting to make new discoveries long over due and the evidence is overwhelming. Our interaction with Aliens from other worlds pre dates the current historical records and researchers are uncovering more evidence than ever before of the true history of the world. It may turn out that we have been the Aliens all along, as the human species stands alone in its evolutionary apex of sentient creatures on the planet, while also proving to be the most destructive. Will the gods return one day to see what's become of their progeny? Many believe so and that one day, perhaps soon, we will all come face to face with our true origins.

- 2023
Lonesome Dove: The Making of an Epic
Documentary tracing the development and production of the mini-series '"Lonesome Dove" (1989) (mini)', from Larry McMurtry's novel of the same name. Stars Robert Duvall and Tommy Lee Jones, among others, described the circumstances of filming, and director Simon Wincer comments on the adaptation of the novel. Others from the crew, including wranglers and stuntmen, describe some of the difficulties of this massive project.

- 1991
Jack the Ripper: London's Most Notorious Killer
It was autumn of 1988, and an evil monster, responsible For committing a series of gruesome murders, was stalking the streets of London.

- 2020
Space Smash
The orbit that most satellites inhabit is getting crowded -- not only with operating satellites but also space debris from broken satellites and pieces of broken satellites. It's the debris that's generally out of control and is responsible for more and more collisions. Space Smash (2021) explores the problem and reviews programs to alleviate the situation. Some programs are being developed by individual nations, other programs are joint international efforts.

- 2018
Thin Lizzy: Rocker on the Loose
Phil Lynott was Ireland's first rock and roll international superstar. His hard man image helped him stand out to the world as one of the most influential rockers of the 1970's. Explore Phil's life and career as he paths the way in the rock giants Thin Lizzy.

- 2018
Lil Wayne: Bling
In this film we take an intimate look into the lives of one of the most famous rappers in the world. Including interviews from industry experts and Lil Wayne himself, this is a must see for any Lil Wayne fan.

- 2018
Faster
Filmed around the world in 2001 and 2002, FASTER captures the rise of MotoGP superstar Valentino Rossi amid ferocious competition, especially from his bitter rival Max Biaggi.

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- 2003
Ariana Grande: My Way
Ariana Grande first hit the scene as a youngster; two huge albums under her belt, Ariana Grande is on a path to becoming pops all encompassing queen. This is her story.

- 2016
Dr. Dre: Another Beat
Follow the inside story of how it all began for Dr. Dre, as we take a journey though his pinnacle producer years right through to his lucrative partnership with Apple.

- 2016
The Last 24 Hours: Amy Winehouse
We investigate what really happened during the final 24 hours of the singer’s life, with exclusive interviews and testimonials.

- 2019