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American expansion

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American history has always been one of expansion. From the first push into the Wild West, Americans associated freedom with creating a space where they make the rules. It now has military bases in 132 countries and plans to colonize Mars. Even to its most loyal supporters, the US engenders feelings of affection, apprehension and humour. This cleverly crafted film explores what makes Americans tick.

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Missing Generation
The haunting tale of families torn apart by a brutal dictatorship. During the reign of Argentina's harsh military junta, thousands of men, women and children simply disappeared. Parents lost their children; orphans were forced into unknown and uncaring families. Twenty five years on, the scars still refuse to heal. This is the deeply moving story of a never ending nightmare, told through the eyes and memories of four extraordinary individuals.

43:04

Killing Pablo
The inside story of one of the CIA's biggest manhunts of Colombian drug pin Pablo Escobar. Head of the infamous Medellin cartel, he was one of the world's most powerful criminals. After numerous failed attempts to catch him, desperate Colombian officials sought America's help. An exclusive documentary hearing from the US and Colombian participants, that draws on thousands of classified documents.

28:03

Dolly and the ink spots
Formed in the early fifties, the Inkspots were the most dynamic singing combination of their time. They became hugely popular for their unique African sound but strict racial laws meant that performances were restricted to a black-only audience, robbing the band of the artistic recognition they deserved. Their experiences reveal the repressive dynamics of the age in which they lived.

20:36

Gateway to Heaven
Through the art works of two established artist and 10 children paintings, the film reveals something about the Jewish residents of Hebron- the only city in the West Bank where Jews and Arabs live side by side, in a constantly growing tension.

44:06

Days of terror
It was one of the most daring terrorist raids the world has ever seen. On 21 December 1975, a group led by Carlos the jackal stormed OPEC building taking 70 hostages. This documentary retraces the minute by minute drama. Eyewitness and hostage accounts set the scene, while never before seen footage adds a new dimension. Enthralling and entertaining viewing.

49:59

The Map Makers - Power
Power: The fascinating story of maps during wartime, featuring the tale of the ‘Bigot Maps’. These maps were the most confidential and secret of the 2nd World War, and contained information about the enemy territory and defences. One map in particular was stolen from Nazi head quarters by a house painter/spy, who hid it behind a mirror, and later retrieved it to pass on to the Allied forces. The film looks at the incredible stories of bravery and treachery, which went into the creation, and procurement of the ‘Bigot Maps’.

07:39

200 Block
Made in the immediate aftermath of a recent tragedy in southwestern Montana, 200 Block is a documentary meditation on history-in-progress in a small western city. Many small towns in the U.S. are experiencing a collapse of their downtown areas. However, on March 5, 2009, this figurative collapse took on a visceral reality for Bozeman, MT, when a morning explosion destroyed several buildings in its historic downtown. This film, made in five days as part of the 2009 International Documentary Challenge, explores the emotional climate of Bozeman in the days following this disaster.
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Majestic White Horses
The Spanish Riding School is a Viennese legend. For over four hundred years this Baroque architectural masterpiece has been the centre of a unique and timeless classical style of riding, and is home to a unique bloodline of horses.

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The R.O.M.E.O.S - Ep.1 (Katy Chevigny)
ROMEO is an acronym for 'Retired Old Men Eating Out' and features an informal club of retired lawyers, writers and intellectuals who meet every week at a classic New York diner. It is a long lunch to talk about anything and everything; telling old jokes, making fun of each other, complaining about politics. This is what the conversation would be like if the guys from 'Diner' hung out 50 years after the movie.

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The R.O.M.E.O.S Ep.2 (Katy Chevigny)
ROMEO is an acronym for 'Retired Old Men Eating Out' and features an informal club of retired lawyers, writers and intellectuals who meet every week at a classic New York diner. It is a long lunch to talk about anything and everything; telling old jokes, making fun of each other, complaining about politics. This is what the conversation would be like if the guys from 'Diner' hung out 50 years after the movie.

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