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.
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.
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.
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.
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 series embarks on a beautiful journey along Canada's greatest rivers. Each episode focuses on one river, exploring its power, beauty and connection to our culture, history and identity. Enjoy a window into the diversity of the Canadian landscape, as these rivers wind through mountains and tundra, salt marshes and vast plateaus.
From the Japanese big time, to the amateurs in America, we go inside the world of Sumo to discover a sport unlike any other.
Ken Burns' landmark 10-part series is a sweeping, exuberant exploration of jazz, America's original art form. The series traces jazz's evolution from its beginning in 19th-century New Orleans, through two world wars and a devastating Depression, and into the modern era - still vibrant, still evolving, and still swinging.
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.
This suspenseful drama follows Detective Tom Barnaby as he investigates crimes and dastardly deeds in the idyllic county of Midsomer. Blackmail, deceit, and murder abound as Barnaby uncovers dark secrets and scandals. Viewers will be riveted by a new season of gripping storylines.
Midsomer is home to charming English villages and eccentric residents. But behind the well-trimmed hedges lay an array of dark secrets and brutal deeds. The new season of this British series brings more murderous tales for Detective Barnaby to solve. Based on the award-winning novels by Caroline Graham.
Wedding bells ring out in Midsomer, but father-of-the-bride Barnaby finds that once again murder and mayhem drag him away from his family - a fitting beginning to another season of deadly secrets.
Dr. David Starkey tells the epic tale of the British Monarchy - Europe's oldest surviving political institution - over 1000 years between 400 and 1400AD, which saw its transformation from a collection of warlords into a major European power.
Science and CGI help uncover the likely impact on Los Angeles if a major earthquake occurred.
Mysterious and often misunderstood, bats have haunted our imagination almost as much as they have piqued our curiosity. Biologists use high-tech tools to explore bats' hidden lives.
Explores the discovery of a well-preserved 5,000-year-old body of a man in the Italian Alps, and the forensic clues that bring us closer to the truth behind his violent death.
Once a year, in the deep ocean off the coast of Belize, the waters fill with miles of fish. Amongst these fish are the largest, most mysterious ones of all - Whale Sharks.
Australia is being invaded by killer toads equipped with a deadly toxin. Scientists race to study why these toads are such effective killers.
Venture into the heart of the Amazon to explore the world of the mysterious black caiman.
What caused the collapse of the Maya Empire? A team of experts from the Guatemala Forensic Anthropology Foundation is hot on the trail.
This is the story of a primeval haven where everyday miracles unfold and predators struggle to make a living.
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.
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.
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.
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 riveting documentary profiles legendary music producer/recording engineer Tom Dowd, the man behind some of the greatest jazz, soul, and rock albums of all time. Archival performance footage, interviews with recording execs and music icons, and Dowd's own anecdotes provide fascinating insight into five decades of brilliant music.
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.
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