Upon consider the year gone by, a assortment of exceptional feature-length pieces shines. Such accounts probe multifaceted subjects ranging from geopolitical intrigue and scientific discoveries to profoundly human sagas.
The Puzzling Author and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
An author became known in the nineties with biting commentaries on autocratic rule. While many of his literary contemporaries have encountered suppression or fled the country, he continues to move vast numbers of copies. It raises a key query: Has the author become an defender for the Kremlin?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his only path to escape incarceration was to enlist in the government forces. After fourteen years, his former role as one of Assad's soldiers might still cost him his life.
The Acrimonious Argument Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The finding of ancient remains in the Chadian sands in 2001 was heralded as fundamentally changing the narrative of our species. But, not everyone was in agreement. The resulting heated scholarly debate has consumed the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The UK Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her family joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the shocking scale of mistreatment it had perpetrated.
The Leader's Unexpected Stance on Human Rights
Many followers hoped that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the Britain's commitment to international law. But, the track record over the first year in office has been curiously mixed.
Challenging a Country's Self-Image
A film following a remorseful master criminal as she records corrupt clients with covert recording asks thorny queries: Is this person really reformed, and is the director's own intentions?
The Man Who Decontaminates Britain's Most Traumatic Scenes
From homicide sites to whale blubber, Ben Giles has witnessed – and cleaned – everything. In their stickiest moments, families rely on him to restore order.
Will an Iconic Institution Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, precarious finances and the exposure of an internal thief, the UK's number one cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it salvage its standing?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Torture of Severe Condition
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has long lacked an consistent medical solution – up until potentially now.
The Legacy of Radicalism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideology permeate the very highest levels of government.
The English Professional With a Dishonest Secret
With his brilliant intellect and flawless credentials, it's little wonder that wealthy clients trusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to become suspicious.
The Tiny Nation That Emerged as the Global Diplomatic Hub
An incredibly wealthy country has become a key actor on the international scene, striving to mediate some of the most complex conflicts. What are behind this unprecedented role?
A Close-Up View at a President Preparing for International Battle
Deeply unpopular at home, the French leader thrives on the world stage, where he presents himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to handle a particular sitting US president. 7 years after their previous encounter, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Story
How did the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old baby?
An Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Not Widespread Regret
When actions were made to dismantle a major US development organization, many around the globe were surprised. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was not unexpected.
The Disturbing Mid-Century Study on Indian Women
When details about a scientific experiment in the 1960s came to light, there was immense anxiety. But the full truth of the procedures is still somewhat contested.
The "Master" of the Attention Age
He's endured 24 hours in slime, 48 hours underground – and distributed enormous amounts of cash to selected participants. But are these videos simply very clever clickbait – or acts of avant garde genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Seas
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's population is facing the reality that their islands may soon cease to exist. The pressing issue is: Where are they going to go?
One Tragic Story of Childhood Destitution
As I met Craig he was thirteen and homeless. I still hoped his life could change for the better. I was sadly misplaced.
A International AI Competition and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after spending decades in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Today, he could possess the secret to who prevails in the global technological rivalry.
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