Upon reflect on the year gone by, a assortment of exceptional feature-length pieces stands out. Such narratives probe multifaceted subjects including geopolitical machinations and scientific discoveries to profoundly personal sagas.
A Mysterious Author and the Conscience of a Country
An author gained prominence in the nineties with scathing critiques on autocratic rule. Whereas many of his literary contemporaries have encountered suppression or left the country, he still sell vast numbers of copies. It poses a pressing question: Has the author become an supporter for the Kremlin?
Survival and Complicity in Syria's Horrific Civil War
The tale of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his only route out of prison was to join the regime forces. After fourteen long years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could still cost him his life.
The Bitter Argument Over Humanity's Ancient Beginnings
The finding of fossilised bones in the Chadian sands in 2001 was heralded as completely rewriting the history of our species. However, not everyone was in agreement. The subsequent heated controversy has dominated the lives of scholars ever since.
The UK Sect That Hid in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her family joined the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the disturbing scale of mistreatment it had carried out.
The Statesman's Curious Record on Human Rights
Many supporters anticipated that the prime minister would restore the the nation's dedication to human rights. Yet, the track record over the first year in office has been strikingly inconsistent.
Breaking a Country's Identity
A film tracking a remorseful master criminal as she records unscrupulous individuals with covert recording poses thorny queries: Is she truly a new person, and is the filmmaker's own methods?
A Person Who Cleans the UK's Most Difficult Scenes
From murder scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and restored – everything. In their most challenging hours, individuals rely on him to restore order.
Can an Renowned Museum Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by debates over its collection, strained finances and the discovery of an insider theft, Britain's premier museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it restore its legacy?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Agony of Severe Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries lacked an consistent medical solution – up until perhaps now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A violent fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideas permeate the uppermost levels of the state.
The English Professional With a Crooked Side
With his brilliant mind and flawless reputation, it's understandable that wealthy clients trusted him with their fortunes. Then they began to become suspicious.
The Tiny State That Emerged as the Global Mediation Capital
An incredibly rich Gulf state has transformed into a significant player on the international scene, working to broker peace in some of the most long-standing conflicts. What are driving this ambitious project?
A Close-Up Look at a Leader Preparing for International Summitry
Deeply unpopular at home, President Macron enjoys the international stage, where he projects himself as the statesman best placed to deal with a particular former US president. Seven years after their previous encounter, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn baby?
An End of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was far from unexpected.
The Disturbing 1960s Study on South Asian Mothers
When information about a medical study in the sixties were revealed, there was immense outrage. But the full nature of the events remains somewhat shrouded.
The "Master" of the Online Economy
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days underground – and given away huge amounts of money to lucky participants. But are these videos simply very clever clickbait – or acts of artistic genius?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is confronting the reality that their homeland may in the near future cease to exist. The critical question is: Where are they going to go?
One Sorrowful Story of Youth Homelessness
As I encountered a young boy he was 13 and without a home. Even then hoped his situation could change for the better. I was sadly mistaken.
The International AI Race and a Crucial Move
In 2020, after living decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he might possess the secret to who prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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