Upon look back on the past year, a assortment of exceptional feature-length pieces stands out. Such pieces probe intricate topics ranging from political machinations and historical revelations to profoundly human stories.
The Enigmatic Writer and the Conscience of a Country
An author became known in the 1990s with scathing commentaries on power. Although many of his writer peers have faced suppression or fled the country, he still move vast numbers of books. It poses a pressing query: Has the author become an apologist for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The account of Mustafa, who at 18 was told that his sole way out of prison was to join the government military. Following 14 long years, his history as one of Assad's soldiers may now put him in mortal danger.
A Fierce Feud Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The discovery of ancient remains in the Chadian sands in 2001 was hailed as radically changing the narrative of our human race. Yet, not everyone was persuaded. The resulting heated controversy has consumed the careers of researchers ever since.
A UK Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she helped reveal the appalling breadth of abuse it had perpetrated.
The Prime Minister's Puzzling Stance on International Law
Numerous supporters expected that the former human rights lawyer would restore the Britain's commitment to international law. However, the performance over the first year in office has been notably mixed.
Challenging a Nation's Self-Image
A film tracking a remorseful master criminal as she records corrupt individuals with covert recording poses difficult questions: Is this person genuinely a new person, and is the director's own intentions?
A Man Who Remediates the UK's Most Traumatic Scenes
From murder scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has seen – and restored – it all. In their stickiest moments, families turn to him to restore normalcy.
Can an Renowned Institution Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by debates over its collection, strained finances and the discovery of an insider theft, Britain's premier museum is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Is it possible to repair its legacy?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Agony of Extreme Pregnancy
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has for centuries lacked an reliable medical solution – until potentially now.
A Spectre of Radicalism in Contemporary Government
A militant fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideas shape the highest levels of the state.
The British Professional With a Crooked Secret
With his keen mind and flawless credentials, it's understandable that affluent clients trusted him with their fortunes. Then they started to become uneasy.
The Tiny Nation That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Center
An extremely rich country has transformed into a key player on the international scene, attempting to mediate some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented role?
An Close-Up Look at a President Preparing for International Battle
Extremely disliked at home, the French leader thrives on the international arena, where he projects himself as the leader uniquely positioned to manage a certain former US president. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Trial of a Tragic Case
What led to the child of an aristocrat end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn baby?
An Dismantling of a Global Development Agency: Not Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to dismantle a major US aid agency, many around the world were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest disappointment was far from unexpected.
A Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When details about a scientific experiment in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread anxiety. But the exact nature of the events remains partially shrouded.
The "Genius" of the Online Age
He's endured a full day in slime, two days underground – and given away vast sums of money to selected contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever entertainment – or acts of avant garde brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Seas
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is grappling with the prospect that their home may in the near future be submerged. The urgent issue is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
A Tragic Case of Youth Homelessness
When I encountered Craig he was 13 and without a home. I still thought his life might change for the better. That hope was sadly mistaken.
A Global AI Competition and a Pivotal Move
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he could possess the key to who prevails in the global AI race.
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