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A close-up look at the Hoover-Diana oil platform located in the Gulf of Mexico.
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For centuries Beijing straddled the boundary between Chinese civilization and the nomadic tribes of Central Asia. Here,...
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Tudor England is in turmoil as the national religion changes and Roman Catholic worship is driven underground. (3 of 4)...
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A behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra as it launches into its opening season...
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A close-up look at the Hoover-Diana oil platform located in the Gulf of Mexico.
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For centuries Beijing straddled the boundary between Chinese civilization and the nomadic tribes of Central Asia. Here,...
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Tudor England is in turmoil as the national religion changes and Roman Catholic worship is driven underground. (3 of 4)...
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A behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra as it launches into its opening season...
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We visit Costa Rica's Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve for an awe-inspiring nature walk, take a quick sea-kayaking lesson...
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Laurie Seamark and her dog Dani work at Cedars Sinai Hospital visiting children with cancer, and King is a German...
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Located in the northern Yukon, Vuntut National Park protects the Old Crow Flats, a vast plain of more than 2000 shallow...
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Explore how vines can use their super powers for good or for evil and how gardeners can exploit their need for speed.
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PMK travels to Universal Studio's Islands of Adventure in Florida and discovers what makes this giant theme park tick.
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In the outback of Oz, Chris and Martin discover how animals use innovation to survive where water is scarce.
In 12 Takes, seven BC filmmakers give their takes on a dozen BC artists, from Jenn Strom's whimsical, animated exploration of the works of Nick Bantock, to Kevin Eastwood's lively overview of the pop art of Douglas Coupland, to John Bolton's visually uncompromising study of the design and architecture of Omer Arbel. Knowledge commission.
How do artists confront the unknown? What inspires them? 12 BC artists share their takes with filmmakers John Bolton, Jenn Strom, Kevin Eastwood, Blaine Thurier, Katrin Bowen, Kenneth Sherman, and Jesse Savath in this Knowledge commission.
In A Window Looking In, directors Tara Hungerford and Eric Hogan profile 12 BC-based artists, among them writer William Gibson, photographer Fred Herzog and singer/songwriter Sarah McLachlan. Visually bold and captivating, the film peers into the artists' inner worlds to uncover common truths about creativity, the artistic process and living and working as an artist in British Columbia. Knowledge commission.
What's the role of an artist in society? Directors Tara Hungerford and Eric Hogan ask renowned BC artists and performers in this Knowledge commission.
In developed countries, we protect our water supply by treating our sewage, but in developing countries drinking water is often a luxury. Meet three architects of change who are working to improve the quality of water fit for human consumption. (2 of 10)
Autism: The Road Back charts the personal journey of three BC families with children who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. It talks to parents, service providers, and experts in the field about assessment, diagnosis, and options available for treatment, and provides guidance for families trying to navigate their way through the challenges of ASD in the first six years of their child's life.
In this three-part series, the rich history of China's ancient capital city is brought to life using stunning reconstructions and CGI. From the city's conquest and destruction by the Mongol hordes of Ghengis Khan, to the moment when China's last emperor was expelled from the Forbidden City, Beijing's biography is a story of mighty rulers, rebels and renegades.
Journalist Matt Frei takes us on an extraordinary journey around Berlin in this three-part series that reveals the city's unique culture, extraordinary past and electrifying present.
Through the personal stories of three young people, this intensely compelling documentary traces the journey of depression, from early signs and symptoms, to assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
In the late '70s and early '80s Vancouver, punk music reared its ragged rancid head and let forth a rebel howl. Director Susanne Tabata's Bloodied But Unbowed, the first in-depth chronicle of Vancouver's original punk scene, captures the raw essence of a time and place, with music and stories from the surviving stars who made it happen.
A mother and young son are trapped on a cliff after their canoe tips in the Kootenay River. A hiker is lost in the Whistler backcountry. A jetskier goes missing. The action in this fast-paced series is real: filmed live by BC search and rescue teams during actual missions. Here's your chance to go along for the ride, from callout to climactic conclusion.
Every year, hundreds of people get lost or injured in Canada's vast backcountry, waterways and coastlines. Lucky for them, there are thousands of men and women trained and ready to come to the rescue. In this new season of Callout: Search and Rescue, we follow SAR teams "out in the field" on real-life missions, as they risk their own lives to bring folks safely home.
Explore the features that define Canada: the most expansive coastline in the world and the world's longest undefended border. This new series takes to the skies for a breathtaking, rarely-seen view of our country.
BC filmmaker and visual artist Brian Johnson profiles 19 BC-based artists, from a variety of disciplines, who are both inspired and challenged by their geographic surroundings.
Charting the artistic landscape of British Columbia, cArtographies is a documentary directed by Brian Johnson, produced by Leah Mallen (Twofold Films), and commissioned by Knowledge.
This wonderfully atmospheric setting is the venue for this programme of traditional carols celebrating Christmas. There is no better way to get in the festive spirit, while remembering what the Christmas message is really all about. The acclaimed Paisley Abbey Choir sings a selection of such old favourites as Away in a Manger and The Christ Child Lullaby.
The Birmingham Royal Ballet's lavish production of Prokofiev's Cinderella, choreographed by David Bintley and featuring Elisha Willis as Cinderella and Iain Mackay as the Prince.
When Hitler banned Jews from working in Germany's film industry, men and women who had created landmarks of movie history fled to Hollywood. This two part-series traces the experiences of the exiles, and examines their impact on American cinema.
The award-winning series Coast celebrates the unique character of the British Isles, exploring secrets and stories about the people, wildlife and events along its shores. Taking us on this spectacularly scenic journey is presenter Neil Oliver and a team of experts in forensics, archaeology, history, zoology and geography. As they travel from Dover's white cliffs to the beaches of Dublin and beyond, they discover extraordinary things along the UK's majestic coast.
A one-hour documentary designed to raise awareness and provide an understanding of dyslexia. Through extensive filming with dyslexic children and adults, and their families, viewers will learn about the most scientifically sound strategies for intervention, the latest research into possible causes, and the challenges and breakthroughs experienced by people with dyslexia.
Traveling around the globe, Dogs with Jobs introduces viewers to some of the world's most amazing dogs and combines on-the-job footage and touching stories of the loyal owners and courageous dogs who are much more than man's best friend.
Featuring personal testimony and rare archival footage, this documentary traces the origins of the modern environmental movement in America.
For 20 years, the Berliner Philharmoniker have celebrated their foundation on May 1st with the annual Europa Konzert. Under the baton of worldwide renowned musician Daniel Barenboim, the orchestra is joined by virtuoso cellist Alisa Weilerstein for a repertoire that includes Wagner, Elgar and Brahms.
Follows four families as they struggle to support a loved one with bipolar disorder, one of the most commonly diagnosed mental illnesses.
In a small Ukrainian town, Olga Nenya raises 16 black orphans amidst a population of Slavic blue-eyed blondes. Forced to constantly defend themselves from racist neighbours and skinheads, the children have to be on guard against the society that surrounds them. While Olga is on a crusade to save her children from an unjust world, she is also determined to shape their future according to her own, often limited vision.
A one-hour documentary examining the challenging reality of families with young children who live with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.
Anxiety disorders are the most prevalent mental disorders affecting BC's children and youth today. This compelling documentary outlines the causes, symptoms, and treatments for anxiety disorders, and emphasizes the importance of early identification and intervention.
This documentary series returns to the battlefields of World War I to tell the stories of ordinary Canadians and their extraordinary roles in the war. The significance of key turning points in the Great War are explored, such as Ypres, the Somme, Vimy and Passchendaele. The series also examines what was at stake, initial strategies and what actually transpired on the fields. Delving into the experiences and legacies of Canadian soldiers, For King and Empire honours the enormous sacrifices of the 418,000 Canadians who fought in the war-and the 60,000 who lost their lives.
Military historian Norm Christie takes us into the battlefields of World War II - on land, at sea and in the air. Revisiting the exploits of a generation just now passing into history, each episode examines key Canadian campaigns and how these marked major turning points in the war. Mixing archival footage, photographs, artwork and actuality, this series will create a sense of what it was really like to fight "for King and Country".
At its traditional gala New Year's Eve concert, the Berliner Philharmoniker under its musical director Sir Simon Rattle and pianist Lang Lang present Rachmaninov's Second Piano Concerto, one of his most enduring pieces, and "The Nutcracker" by Tchaikovsky, perhaps the most popular of all ballets.
This half-hour series brings the glorious wilderness of Canada into your living room. Journalist and outdoorsman Peter Trueman guides viewers through Canada's most spectacular parks. He reveals their rich and varied history, as well as the many species of plants and animals to be found.
This series journeys through the beautiful waterways that flow across Canada, from western glacial meltwater to the sandy coastal shores of eastern Canada. Delving into our vast wilderness landscape, each episode features gorgeous photography and remarkable wildlife footage. The series also voyages into the past, revealing how rivers are intertwined with Canada's history.
After World War I, many black Americans remained in Europe, and over the next two decades formed a community of musicians, entertainers and entrepreneurs in Paris' Montmartre neighborhood. The music of James Reese Europe, Josephine Baker, Sidney Bechet, Django Rheinhard and many others enlivens this colourful look at the Jazz Age.
Once again Greengrass appears to be the prime suspect in a crime when he's found to be selling free range eggs after a number of vandalism incidents at chicken farms. (13 of 16)
When a Montreal filmmaker has her blood tested and learns that there are 110 contaminants in her body, she sets off to investigate the connection between those toxic substances and rising health issues in our society.
Back for a second season, Hope is not only a raccoon and raptor rescuer, she's also a dogcatcher and catcatcher, after taking over the animal control contract for the city of Halifax. All the while, Hope and her overworked staff and volunteers must continue with the enormous task of rehabilitating the hundreds of wild animals that arrive at Hope for Wildlife each year.
Follow war historian Norm Christie and a group of Canadian veterans as they retrace their footsteps to rarely visited places, depicting what really happened during the Korean War. From the icy heights of Kapyong in South Korea, to the rugged island of Koje-do, we also meet locals who remember the war, and others who are still affected by the war's reverberations. Audiences are taken on a riveting, dramatic journey that reveals untold stories of violent times during the war.
In rural India, where the poor have little access to medical facilities, there is a unique way of providing treatment - a train. With its three fully equipped operating theatres and a team of doctors, surgeons and nurses, The Lifeline Express travels to the very heart of India, dispensing not only free medicine but a dose of hope.
Inside Disaster: Haiti takes audiences behind the headlines of a natural disaster, documenting the emergency relief effort from first response to recovery by the FACT disaster team of the International Federation of the Red Cross. Shot over a six month period with unprecedented access, this three-part series will follow these brave individuals in a life and death situations that threatens the lives of thousands.
It's Halloween and Lewis and Hathaway are called to investigate the murder of Professor Ligeia Willard, who was found with a stake through her heart.
A tattered envelope of their Dad's old photos leads Canadian brothers on an adventure in photography, memory, and culpability in the war torn African country of their childhood.
This insightful Knowledge Network-produced documentary explores the personal stories of four young British Columbians, and sheds light on symptoms, community resources, and emphasizes the importance of early treatment for adolescent psychosis.
Bradley Mayhew is on a mission: he's following the Silk Road on the tracks of its most well-known voyager, the medieval traveler and writer Marco Polo. Mayhew is a British travel writer who pens guidebooks for Lonely Planet, and in this four-part series he covers the ancient trade route's entire length, from
Venice to Beijing.
An intimate portrait on the life and career of contralto Marie-Nicole Lemieux.
In this fascinating series, we'll travel the world to discover the biggest, fastest, strongest and coolest innovations in maritime technology. Among them are powerful machines that work deep below the ocean's surface where pressure would crush a human diver, boats that literally fly on water, a mile-long iceberg
"lasso", and gear that lets daring adventurers take scuba to the extreme.
Actor and horse lover Martin Clunes travels the world to unlock the secrets of a partnership that shaped history. Not so long ago, every society on earth seemed dependent on equine power - for warfare, ceremony, farming, transport, sport and pleasure. Today, the horse remains a part of our lives. On this journey, Martin unravels the true story of how people and horses first got together, what the horse has done for us through the ages, and what the horse still means to us today.
Fred Herzog's photographs capture the city of Vancouver and its day-to-day life in vivid historical detail.
Michael shoots outstanding black and white photographs from all over the Pacific Rim and has become one of Canada's top-selling photo artists.
A humorous and poignant look at a group of middle-aged men who have found unlikely success as members of Sweden's all-male synchronized swimming team.
With the transformation of Glenbogle now complete, Archie has good reason to be proud of his achievements. However, a rich businessman arrives from the US with a legitimate genealogical claim to the Estate. (8 of 8)
Archie organizes a fishing weekend for some paying guests, but Golly is worried about the dwindling amounts of fish in the river. (3 of 11)
Deep in the heart of Texas, a community wages war against an unrelenting species of fire ants.
Using state-of-the-art technology, Robert Ballard and a team of scientists take us to the depths of the Black Sea, as they excavate two shipwrecks for the first time, including one of the most pristine ancient vessels ever found.
Hippos kill more people in Africa than any other beast. We investigate what's triggering the attacks.
Witness the hyenas' daily struggles, hunting lives, and their devotion as mothers.
Australia is being invaded by killer toads equipped with a deadly toxin. Scientists race to study why these toads are such effective killers.
The discovery of a six-foot alligator in the belly of a 13-foot Burmese python in the Florida Everglades has biologists concerned that the growing number of pythons is threatening the native wildlife in the Florida Everglades and may soon drive them to extinction.
Nature and man have partnered to deliberately create new and specialized breeds of man's best friend.
Explore the challenges of building a 160,000-square-foot high-tech science facility in the frozen wasteland of Antarctica.
On the surface, Mike, Erin, and Martha appear to have little in common, but they are all living under the shadow of bipolar disorder. Through hard work and the hands onsupport of their psychiatrist, they learn how to manage their mood swings and lead productive, balanced lives.
With the help of her grandmother, a young mother composes a lullaby to her baby in Halq'eméylem, and at the Chief Atahm School in Adams Lake, children learn math in the Secwepemctsin language of their ancestors. This documentary celebrates 13 BC First Nations languages and pays tribute to the drive to preserve and revitalize them for future generations.
Celebrates thirteen BC First Nations languages and a drive to preserve them for future generations. Directed by Lisa Jackson, Zoe Leigh Hopkins, Helen Haig-Brown, Kelvin Redvers. Produced by Marilyn Thomas and Catrina Longmuir and executive producer Sharon Bliss, Bliss Pictures. Commissioned by Knowledge.
Discover 15 exceptional places in Canada that are recognized as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. From the rich history of L'Anse aux Meadows and Old Quebec City to the majestic beauty of Waterton Glacier and Nahanni National Park, Our Part of the World takes us on a fascinating journey across the country to discover these sites - all of them considered to be of outstanding value to humanity.
For 12 years, filmmaker Leonard Retel Helmrich followed an Indonesian family from the slums of Jakarta, creating a trilogy of award-winning documentaries. In this third film, trials that the family endure are a microcosm of life in Indonesia, with issues of corruption, conflict between religions, gambling addiction, the generation gap and the growing difference between rich and poor.
In this series, the newly promoted Detective Superintendent Jane Tennison is now working for the Area Major Investigation Team, but hardly catches her breath before facing three challenging new cases.
Detective Superintendent Jane Tennison has been transferred from the Met to Manchester and finds herself investigating the murder of a drug dealer. Tennison finds her every move in the investigation is anticipated, but how?
Plácido Domingo stars as court jester Rigoletto in Verdi's famous opera. Filmed live in the historic splendor of Mantua, Italy, from the same locations and at the same time of day as the original libretto, it's a stunning presentation of this classic tale of passion, love and revenge.
There are only eight countries in the world that allow women to fight in frontline combat, and Canada is one of them. Filmmaker Beth Freeman tells the story of three remarkable women who have chosen the most difficult and dangerous military professions and are fighting in combat on the battlefronts of Afghanistan. These women share their stories from a uniquely female perspective, challenging our perception of what constitutes a soldier. Knowledge commission.
Back for a second season, this six-part series turns the camera on the shooter to explore the creative process and lifestyles of six talented photographers: Fred Herzog, Lincoln Clarkes, Lana Slezic, Michael Levin, Barbara Cole and Adam Makarenko. Along with following the photographers at work on location and in-studio, the series visits photographic exhibitions, galleries and events to gather perspective from collectors, critics, curators and fans.
Stephen Fry, one of Britain's best-loved performers, explores his passion for controversial composer Richard Wagner. Can Stephen, who is Jewish, salvage the music he loves from its association with anti-Semitism and Hitler? His journey takes him to Germany, Switzerland and Russia as he pieces together the story of the composer's turbulent career.
In this fascinating six-part series, journalist Michael Mosley explores the evolution of scientific understanding, the forces of history that have shaped it, and the ideas and discoveries of its greatest experimenters. From the secret labs of medieval alchemists to the microscopic universe of cells and DNA, Michael shows how science has changed the way we see ourselves, and the way we see our world.
Historian Norm Christie takes us to the battlefield where, on August 19, 1942, Britain and her Allies strike back at Adolf Hitler's Fortress Europe, by testing the defenses of his Atlantic Wall in a large-scale, sea-borne raid against the fortified French coastal town of Dieppe. Within a few hours, on Dieppe's beaches, 900 Canadians die. Thousands are taken prisoner. Liberation from the sea is now years away, the Allies concentrate on striking back at the Nazis from the air. Vividly re-living the bombing campaign, we follow Bomber Command recruit, rear-gunner Jim Moffat, as he signs up, survives one raid after another, and finally, miraculously, emerges as the only survivor from his crew.
Suggs, frontman of the British pop band Madness, takes a road trip through the heart and soul of Italy - a country close to his heart - in this lighthearted four-part series. Touring behind the wheel of a Mini Cooper, he calls in at Italy's most iconic cities and travels off the beaten track to find out more about its culture, heritage and creativity.
Vancouver filmmaker Erik Paulsson chronicles the events, people, and places that shaped British Columbia's early history from its beginnings until the turn of the 20th century. Commissioned by Knowledge.
Vancouver filmmaker Erik Paulsson chronicles the events, people and places that shaped British Columbia's early history from its beginnings until the turn of the 20th century.
Featuring archival footage and photos, this Knowledge Network documentary traces the people and politics that influenced BC's knowledge industry over the past century.
A look at two different Arctics - one that is the storybook land of ice, snow and polar bears and the other that is covered with petroleum plants and pipelines carrying fossil fuels. (3 of 3)
This is the story of technology's "Fairchild Eight" - eight men who became the driving force behind the Digital Age as they built Silicon Valley from the ground up. Determination, jealousy, professional pride and the sheer joy at making the impossible possible drove these men to build the future.
Using macro lenses and time-lapse photography, we uncover the extraordinary secret world concealed in a common garden. From defense strategies against predators to the exotic mating rituals of blossoms, this series allows us to witness the cycles of life and interactions within the ecosystem throughout the year.
This nature series takes you beneath the surface of the ocean and into some of the greatest aquatic environments of the world. Discover mysterious marine locales and remarkable coral formations. Visit the exquisite Galapagos Islands and learn how this rich ecosystem is under attack. Enter an extensive system of underground caves in Acumel. And explore the Canadian government's efforts to develop an ambitious artificial reef project. With breath-taking underwater photography, this series reveals the many facets of this dangerous and fascinating kingdom.
In the second season of this nature series, we follow a gathering of humpback whales, investigate the future of endangered sea turtles, and witness the shark's feeding frenzy. Join us as we also travel to the exotic marine locales of Borneo's Sulawesi Sea, the Red Sea, and Fiji's island archipelago. Using state-of-the-art, underwater photography, "Undersea Explorer" takes you on an intriguing journey to the rarely seen, strange and unusual underwater kingdom, submerging you beneath the surface of the ocean and into some of the greatest aquatic environments of the world.
This nature series takes you beneath the surface of the ocean and into some of the greatest aquatic environments of the world. Discover mysterious marine locales and remarkable coral formations. Visit the exquisite Galapagos Islands and learn how this rich ecosystem is under attack. Enter an extensive system of underground caves in Acumel. And explore the Canadian government's efforts to develop an ambitious artificial reef project. With breath-taking underwater photography, this series reveals the many facets of this dangerous and fascinating kingdom.
Celebrate Vancouver's 125th birthday through the lens of two renowned photographers Fred Herzog and W.J. Moore.
Discover the technological and science secrets behind the seemingly simple objects we use every day. This series uncovers extraordinary tales of ordinary things, including why chalk was added to toothpaste, how Pyrex (of cookware fame) was once used in wartime, and why there are over 30,000 types of light bulbs.
They're burned-out workaholics, bored retirees, urban dwellers, and outdoor "un-enthusiasts". So why are they suddenly climbing mountains and whitewater kayaking? Meet a group of nature neophytes who crave a true wilderness experience but aren't sure how to get started. This exhilarating reality series challenges our budding adventurers to get off the couch and conquer their fears.
Wipe Out tells the story of three young men living with permanent brain damage as the result of head injuries they suffered pursuing extreme sports. Through their stories, the documentary explores the science of thrill-seeking, and reveals how cultural forces and ignorance are propelling young men to dangerous new heights.
Based on security camera footage from Guantánamo Bay prison, this documentary gives a disturbing inside look at the case of Omar Khadr. Omar, a Canadian citizen, was accused of killing a US soldier during an assault in Afghanistan. He was 15 at the time. The footage shows the interrogation of Omar by CSIS agents over a four-day period in 2003. As the high-stakes game of cat and mouse unfolds, a tale of torture, manipulation and injustice is revealed.
