The Painter and the Thief
7.6
2020
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An artist befriends the thief who stole her paintings. She becomes his closest ally when he is severely hurt in a car crash and needs full time care, even if her paintings are not found. But then the tables turn.
Bill Bellamy: Crazy Sexy Dirty
7.4
2012
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Filmed live in Los Angeles, Bellamy gives a terrific performance, engaging the audience on such topics as sex chat rooms, killer whales and their trainers,nJay-Z and Beyonce, making it rain in strip clubs and more.
We Will Remember Them
8
2018
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Ever since 1919, the daily life in Ypres, in Flanders Fields, has been dedicated to commemorating the First World War. The films makes a journey through this landscape of remembrance and encounters the most diverse and contradictory ways of commemorating.
The Secret Life Of Ice
7.2
2011
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Ice is one of the strangest, most beguiling and mesmerising substances in the world. Full of contradictions, it is transparent yet it can glow with colour, it is powerful enough to shatter rock but it can melt in the blink of an eye. It takes many shapes, from the fleeting beauty of a snowflake to the multi-million tonne vastness of a glacier and the eeriness of the ice fountains of far-flung moons. Science writer Dr Gabrielle Walker has been obsessed with ice ever since she first set foot on Arctic sea ice. In this programme she searches out some of the secrets hidden deep within the ice crystal to try to discover how something so ephemeral has the power to sculpt landscapes, to preserve our past and inform our future.
Two Types: The Faces of Britain
7.5
2017
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We are surrounded by types, the words on signs, buses, shops and documents which guide us through our lives. Two types in particular are regarded as the faces of Britain - Johnston and Gill Sans. Their story is told by typeface expert Mark Ovenden.
The Secret Life of Bob Monkhouse
10
2011
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The extraordinary story of comedian Bob Monkhouses life and career, told through the vast private archive of films, TV shows, letters and memorabilia that he left behind.
The Bank That Almost Broke Britain
7.1
2018
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The Eyes of Orson Welles
6.7
2018
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Mark Cousins dives deep into the visual world of legendary director and actor Orson Welles to reveal a portrait of the artist as hes never been seen before.
Spike Milligan: Love, Light and Peace
7.7
2014
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A very personal portrait of the truly unique comedy genius of Spike Milligan, as told in his own words and featuring exclusive home movie footage. With contributions from those who worked with him, lived with him and were inspired by him.
Rik Mayall: Lord of Misrule
10
2014
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Comedian Rik Mayall died suddenly on 9 June 2014. Mayalls blend of rocket-fuelled physical comedy, surrealism, subversive satire and pompous punk wit left a body of work that spanned four decades. Mayalls characters include the Black Countrys investigative nerd Kevin Turvey, Felicity Kendal-adoring student and Peoples Poet Rik in The Young Ones, ruthless MP Alan BStard in The New Statesman, seedy loser Richie in Bottom and larger-than-life characters Robin Hood and flying ace Lord Flashheart from Blackadder. Narrated by Simon Callow, this programme salutes Rik Mayall and celebrates his part in the UKs comedy history using rare and unseen archive footage. It also features contributions from people who knew or admired him, including Michael Palin, Simon Pegg, Lenny Henry, Ben Elton, Alexei Sayle, Christopher Ryan, Tim McInnerny, Jools Holland, Ruby Wax and Greg Davies.
The Real Doctor Zhivago
8.1
2017
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Dr. Zhivago is one of the best-known love stories of the 20th century, but the setting of the book also made it famous. It is a tale of passion and fear, set against a backdrop of revolution and violence. The film is what most people remember, but the story of the writing of the book has more twists, intrigue and bravery than many a Hollywood blockbuster. In this documentary, Stephen Smith traces the revolutionary beginnings of this bestseller, to it becoming a pawn of the CIA at the height of the Cold War.
Tina Turner - Simply the Best
6.9
2011
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Still on the Run: The Jeff Beck Story
7.8
2018
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Documentary on the life and musical evolution of Jeff Beck, one of most innovative guitarists in history. The film covers his early days, his tenure with The Yardbirds and The Jeff Beck Group, and his subsequent projects over the decades. Includes interviews with icons such as Jimmy Page, David Gilmour, Rod Stewart, Ron Wood, Slash, and Joe Perry.
Jane Austen: Behind Closed Doors
7.6
2017
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Historian Lucy Worsley visits the places and houses in England. where Jane Austen spent time and which served as inspiration for the settings of her novels.
Lucy Worsley's Fireworks for a Tudor Queen
6.9
2018
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Historian Lucy Worsley teams up with artist and materials scientist Zoe Laughlin to explore the explosive science and fascinating history of fireworks, using an original pyrotechnics instruction manual, and other 400-year-old historical documents, to recreate one of the most spectacular fireworks displays from the Tudor era.
Dark Son: The Hunt for a Serial Killer
5
2019
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David Cassidy: The Last Session
7.4
2018
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This documentary is about the life of 1970s teen idol David Cassidy, featuring candid audio from never-before-shown interviews in 1976 and footage from his last ever recording session.
Antony Gormley: How Art Began
7.8
2019
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The British sculptor travels across the world to view early examples of art in France, Spain, Indonesia and Australia as he seeks to find out where art first began.
Smoke and Mirrors: The Story of Tom Savini
7.2
2015
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A documentary about the life of Tom Savini. The film covers his early days in Pittsburgh, and his rise to stardom as Hollywoods most sought after special effects wizard.
Europa: The Last Battle
8.3
2017
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You have already heard the official history millions of times. This new epic documentary gives an overview of how Europe has been shaped in modern history. In it, you will find the secret history, where you will find the real causes of the events. Watch this series and uncover the real root causes of World War II. It will take you on an epic timeline that will transport you back in time and lead you on the journey through the Bolshevik Revolution, the communist attempts to take over Germany; hyperinflation during the Weimar Republic, widespread unemployment and misery, Adolf Hitlers rise to power, World War I and II - all the way to the modern world. It presents the true historical events that lead to this world catastrophe known as the second world war, as well as the aftermath. Do be forewarned though, your worldview will never be the same.
Banksy and the Rise of Outlaw Art
6.8
2020
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Banksy, the worlds most infamous street artist, whose political art, criminal stunts, and daring invasions outraged the establishment and created a revolutionary new movement while his identity remained shrouded in mystery.
Beautiful Equations
6.7
2011
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Documentary about the most important equations in science
Calculating Ada: The Countess of Computing
7.5
2015
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Ada Lovelace was a most unlikely computer pioneer. In this film, Dr Hannah Fry tells the story of Adas remarkable life. Born in the early 19th century Ada was a countess of the realm, a scandalous socialite and an enchantress of numbers. The film is an enthralling tale of how a life infused with brilliance, but blighted by illness and gambling addiction, helped give rise to the modern era of computing.
Charles Dickens and the Invention of Christmas
7.6
2007
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