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Dive to Tiger Central
The tiger shark has become infamous for its aggression and indiscriminate appetite. Like other dangerous species, it's been known to attack human beings. But unlike most, only this one is said to finish the job and consume the whole body. Featured by XIVETV.

- 2007
Confessions of a Superhero
"Confessions of a Superhero" chronicles the lives of four mortal men and women who work as characters on the sidewalks of Hollywood Boulevard. This feature length documentary explores the fascination, obsession, and allure of fame through the eyes of these very unique people struggling to make it in Tinseltown.

- 2007
Hollywood Dreams & Nightmares: The Robert Englund Story
A classically trained actor and director, Robert Englund has become one of the most revolutionary horror icons of our generation. Throughout his career, Englund starred in many well-known movies, but shot to super-stardom with his portrayal of supernatural serial killer Freddy Krueger in the NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET franchise. This unique and intimate portrait captures the man behind the glove and features interviews with Englund and his wife Nancy, Lin Shaye, Eli Roth, Tony Todd, Heather Langenkamp and more.

- 2022
Mad Dog - From Chaos to Comeback
Who deserves a Second chance? UFC-fighter "Reza "Mad Dog" Madadi came from nothing and built himself a successful life. One crucial event took it all away. This is the story of a Self-Made man who had to convince the world he deserved a second chance. In the summer of 2013 Madadi was arrested for involvement in an acclaimed smash-and-grab coup. The district court sentenced him to imprisonment for one year and nine months. The UFC, which he had a contract with, cut him loose, friends abandoned him and he was verbally bashed in the media and on internet forums. But perhaps worst of all, he had to spend his sons first year in prison. The documentary 'MAD DOG - from Chaos to Comeback' tells the story about his fascinating way back. The film talks about, prejudices, racism, shame, struggle and pride.

- 2016
Into America's Wild
Step off the beaten path and connect to your inner trailblazer in this new adventure into the hidden wonders of the natural world. From Oregon's stunning coast to the ancient canyons of the Southwest, from the wilds of Alaska to the Appalachian Trail, explore the scenic byways, ancient homelands, secret gems and hidden trails of America's great outdoors-and discover the human connection we all share with the secret wonders of nature.

- 2020
Bruce Willis: All American Hero
Bruce Willis is one of the all-time greats. For the Hollywood action hero with an incredible body of workout was his portrayal of police officer John McClane in Die Hard that catapulted Bruce Willis to stardom. The action-packed flick hit movie screens across the country with a bang, later spawned four sequels, and established him as one of Hollywood's leading action hero.Bruce Willis has remained one of the most well-known actors of his generation. Known for his charm and humor, through career highs and lows Willis enjoyed much fame. With over a hundred films to his credit and many successful ones to boot, Bruce Willis is certainly an actor who has amassed a widespread fan following throughout his career. Willis showed no signs of slowing down, until a tragic announcement in 2022.
- 2023
This Mountain Life
Martina Halik and her 60 year-old mother Tania embark on a six-month ski trek through the treacherous Coast Mountains of British Columbia, Canada. This journey has only been completed once before, and never by a female duo. Their adventure is interspersed with beautifully crafted portraits of high-altitude human endurance and passion-an avalanche survivor, a snowshoe artist, a snowbound convent-that are by turns captivating and inspiring. Woven between their arduous and uplifting story are vignettes of others who have chosen a mountain life: a group of nuns inhabiting a mountain retreat to be closer to God; a photographer is buried in an avalanche; an impassioned alpinist; a focused snow artist; a couple who has been living off grid in the mountains for nearly 50 years. What is it that leads these adventurous people to sacrifice everything - comfort, family, personal safety - for a life in the mountains?

- 2018
Janet Jackson: In Control
She may have been the youngest of 10 of the Jackson children, but that did not stop Janet Jackson from embracing her own identity. Her unquestioned talent as a singer, songwriter, actress, and dancer has built an empire of success. Despite various challenges throughout Jackson's professional and personal life, Ms. Janet remains In Control.

- 2024
Alter Bridge: Live at Wembley
Live at Wembley is the second concert film and live album by the rock band Alter Bridge. The DVD was filmed at the band's largest headline show to date at Wembley Arena on November 29, 2011, and was released worldwide on March 26, 2012.

- 2012
Camila Cabello: Just Jump
It's a Cinderella story with Latin roots. Karla Camila Cabello Estrabao personifies the American Dream come true. Despite early elimination on the X Factor talent show, Camila still won third place as part of the Fifth Harmony pop group. Four years later she became a star in her own right with her "Camila", "Romance" and "Familia" albums marked by one Billboard, two Grammy and five American Music Awards. Miami had become home sweet home after a transitional childhood that shifted between Mexico City and Havana, Cuba. Now Camila is giving back to the world with partnership projects like Save the Children. Time out for love on screen and off. Perfect casting as the lead character in the film "Cinderella". Will happily ever after prevail once more?

- 2022
Dua Lipa: Elevating
One of the most recognizable voices in all of modern day music, Dua Lipa quickly rose to fame. As a little girl born in London she grew up in Albania with a drive which has made her one of the most successful artists of recent times. Her catchy tunes and sultry vocals make her music appeal to a global audience. Hit songs like "One Kiss," "New Rules," Don't Start Me Now," Levitating,' has made Dua deserving of countless music awards, including two Grammys. Her self-titled debut was the most streamed album in Spotify history and continues to break daily records for plays around the world. Dua's music brings the essence of confidence and authenticity which her fans adore. Get lost in the story of this pop phenomenon - the incredible journey of artist Dua Lipa and her journey to the top of the charts.

- 2022
Stylebender
An intimate look at Israel Adesanya, the Nigerian-born, New Zealand-based MMA champion, which goes beyond the ring and delves deep into an unlikely fighter's journey. Exploring themes including masculinity, bullying and the healing power of dance, this is a poignant examination of the complex, electrifying and sometimes controversial personality known as 'The Last Stylebender.'

- 2023
Attack of the Doc!
Before the rise of big tech, social media and Marvel movies, Attack of the Show. chronicled nerd culture's unlikely acceptance into mainstream. G4TV's flagship show launched the careers of hosts Olivia Munn and Kevin Pereira and was beloved by fans - a unique celebration of geek culture before it was cool. Diving into colossal cream pies, wearing funny fat suits and putting internet servers where the sun don't shine - anything could happen on an episode of Attack of the Show. It's been years since the original show went off the air in 2005 and one question remains: what really happened to G4TV and Attack of the Show?

- 2023
Becoming Princess Diana
This fascinating documentary reveals the young Diana Spencer in the years and months before her marriage to Prince Charles and charts her incomparable and challenging journey to become the icon, the People's Princess, Princess Diana.

- 2021
The Dark Glow of the Mountains
Werner Herzog follows mountaineers Hans Kammerlander and Reinhold Messner during their expedition into climbing the Gasherbrum mountains, which has some of the most difficult peaks to be conquered, and they'll do it without the use of oxygen tanks. Herzog also takes some time to hear about their past experiences with other mountains, their personal tragedies and the reasons why they are so involved with such activity.

- 1984
The Lie: The Murder of Grace Millane
Sky Original true-crime documentary on the murder of Grace Millane following a Tinder date in 2018, a case that held a mirror up to a society with a problem of violence towards women.

- 2023
Reserved to Fight
In May 2003, Fox Company of Marine Reserve Unit 2/23, returned home from active combat in Iraq. Reserved To Fight follows four Marines of Fox Company through three years of their postwar minefield of social and psychological reintegration into civilian life. The return to their communities proves as formidable a battle as the more literal firefights of previous months. Living among loved ones who don't yet understand them and how they have changed, contending with a media focused on the politics rather than the human experience of war, and suffering from a psychological disorder that is difficult to acknowledge, these young veterans grapple to find purpose and healing.
- 2008
Paul McCartney: Wings of a Beatle
From the small clubs of Liverpool to the world stage, Sir Paul McCartney has dedicated his life to the music industry. Experience the story behind one of the music industries most treasure musical icons. This is Sir Paul McCartney.

- 2019
Michelle Obama: Life After the White House
Former First Lady MICHELLE OBAMA'S story has just begun. The Obamas have remained quite busy with their new life of activism which includes their issue-oriented production company, Higher Ground, which won an Oscar for Best Documentary in 2020. Mrs. Obama's autobiography, Becoming, has become the best-selling memoir of all time and even won a Grammy following the publication of her book. Get lost in the incredible journey of this modern-day First Lady's story in the making.

- 2020
Becoming Queen
Becoming Queen chronicles the majestic rise of rock's most flamboyant and revolutionary outfit. Fronted by Freddie Mercury, Queen blended stylistic elements of hard rock, opera, and Tin Pan Alley to create their own unique tapestry of musical magic. Featuring extensive interviews with friends, members of pre-Queen outfits, Smile and Ibex/Wreckage, musical peers, rare archival interviews with Queen, scores of previously unseen photos and vintage memorabilia.

- 2004
Fleetwood Mac: Unbroken Chain
Sex, Drugs, Rock 'n' Roll, it's all just part of the story. In 1978 Fleetwood Mac released an album that would go on to sell over 27 million records. Rumours was the high water mark in a career that has seen ups and downs that would have destroyed most bands. Yet somehow, Fleetwood Mac endures. FLEETWOOD MAC: UNBROKEN CHAIN looks at over thirty years of rock n' roll history, from the perspective of one of the world's most enduring bands.

- 2004
Craig Shoemaker: Daditude
Craig Shoemaker makes the transition from manhood to parenthood in his latest one-hour comedy special, Daditude.

- 2012
American Dope: White Powder, Black Power
Slavery had been over 100 years before large amounts of capital flowed into Black America for the first time- and it came from illegal drugs. Like the Italian, Irish, and Jewish, families that made their fortune during Prohibition- including the Crooked Kennedy's- a handful of Black Gangsters and their families went from rags to riches seemingly overnight. But it was a wild and violent ride, coinciding with high tide for the Civil Rights movement. The Superflys and Kingpins were often at odds with Pro-Black militant movements, and often in league with corrupt white law enforcement who allowed illegal drugs to take over the economy and society of places like Harlem...as long as they got their cut. White Powder, Black Power is the story of how the illegal drug economy was the first truly significant capital building tool for African Americans. All made possible by political decisions in Washington D.C. and at CIA headquarters. with more money, more murders, than even the Prohibition Gangster era- and with long-lasting consequences that haunt our urban landscapes to this day.

- 2018
3 JFK Homicide
Experience the riveting testimony of three witnesses to the JFK assassination, who reject the official line, and claim multiple shooters were involved in the conspiracy to kill the president.

- 2016