ramen heads
Food | 2017
In 'Ramen Heads,' Osamu Tomita, Japan's reigning king of ramen, takes us deep into his world, revealing every single step of his obsessive approach to creating the perfect soup and noodles, and his relentless search for the highest-quality ingredients. In addition to Tomita's story, the film also profiles five other notable ramen shops, each with its own philosophy and flavour, which exemplify various different aspects the ramen world. Mixing in a brief rundown of ramen's historical roots, the film gives viewers an in-depth look at the culture surrounding this unique and beguiling dish. This is a documentary record of 15 months in the lives of Japan's top ramen masters and their legions of devoted fans.
stroop: Journey into the rhino horn war
Wildlife | 2018
A 4 year investigation into South Africa's rhino poaching crisis involved going against some of the most nasty criminal networks. And alongside the rangers in South Africa’s rhino sanctuaries the filmmakers move directly into the firing line. Then to Asia where Stroop asks whether there's any basis to the horn's popularity as a cancer cure? This epic investigation exposes a unique panorama of the global trade in rhino horn.
eye of the storm
Arts & Culture | 2021
Scottish landscape painter James Morrison's work hangs in the homes of JK Rowling and the Royal family, as well as in museums and private collections around the world. Now, he faces his greatest challenge: his eyesight is fading. A powerful exploration of what it means to be a landscape painter, Eye of the Storm is also the universal story of a creative mind dealing with the physical frailties that catch up with all of us.
Untamed Romania
Wildlife | 2019
Beyond the commotion of the cities in Romania, there is a world unbeknown to anyone. Mountains, ancient forests and expansive wetlands provide habitats to many of the continent’s most iconic creatures. Narrated by world-renowned actor, Mark Strong, Untamed Romania is a celebration of Romania’s natural beauty and diversity in all its splendor, grace and ferocity.
The American War
Historic Warfare | 2020
The story of the Vietnam War from the perspective of six Vietcong veterans: a soldier, an officer, an informant, a guerrilla, a My Lai survivor and the leader of the Long Hair army. The American War gives voice to Vietcong veterans. Directed by an American veteran of the Iraq War, we experience Vietcong memories of the TET Offensive, of the My Lai Massacre, of torture at the hands of the South Vietnamese army, of PTSD, building the Ho Chi Minh Trail - and of forgiveness.
A Sniper’s War
Modern Warfare | 2018
Described as a "stealth invasion", the proxy-war being waged in Eastern Ukraine’s Donetsk region is a contentious conflict between pro-Russian separatists and the West. In the midst of swirling propaganda and controversy this documentary follows Deki, a pro-Russian sniper tasked with defending his separatist comrades on the frontline of the conflict. In the midst of escalating international tensions, the film exposes an unseen side to this secretive war.
Vamizi: Cradle of Coral
Nature | 2018
In the shimmering waters of the Indian Ocean lies the island of Vamizi, home to one of the world's oldest, most pristine coral reefs. Natural reserves of oil and gas have been discovered below this wonderland of marine biodiversity, and now this vibrant, flourishing reef is a target for energy companies. With one-third of the world's coral reefs dying, this urgent doc follows a team of conservationists in a race against time to save Vamizi.
