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With unprecedented access to Britain’s busiest legal aid practice, The Briefs takes us into the cut-throat world of criminal law. The Briefs follows the skilful lawyers of Tuckers in Manchester, as they look after their clients on cases ranging from blackmail to murder. The lawyers cover everything from taking on a case where a 63 year old woman is accused of drug dealing to a poet accused of bene...

Alex was a confident, stylish man with a young family and a thriving life, until a common bacterial infection turned into a rare and devastating illness that nearly killed him. In a matter of days, he lost both legs, an arm, parts of his face, and life as he knew it. This documentary follows his raw, emotional journey through trauma, survival, and an uncertain recovery, as he learns to navigate th...

When billions of dollars are at stake, just how far are corporations willing to go to protect their bottom line? Uploaded 28-08-18The charismatic Father Marco Arana, named a Hero of the Environment in 2009 by TIME Magazine, has been so effective in advocating against the US-owned Yanacocha mine that he’s code-named “the Devil” and targeted in a campaign of harassment and terror. When one colleague...

Journey into the life of Brian Wilson, the visionary behind The Beach Boys, as this documentary traces his incredible musical evolution from 1960s pop hits to the groundbreaking artistry of Pet Sounds and the ill-fated Smile. Witness the immense pressures he faced from his band and record label, his profound struggles with mental health and addiction, and his eventual retreat from the spotlight. T...

'Streets of Plenty' chronicles one man's perilous journey to live in Vancouver's downtown east side ghetto. The rules of this twisted social experiment? Starting with only a pair of underwear, he must survive the harsh winter streets for 31 days. He has no money, no friends, no family, and most importantly, no home. He must navigate the institutions, policies and services alongside the thousands o...

This gripping documentary unveils the untold story of Israel's relentless pursuit to dismantle a hostile nation's clandestine nuclear weapons program. Journey into the heart of a high-stakes geopolitical thriller as three elite Israeli Black Ops units — intelligence, air assault, and assassination — unite to counter the existential threat. This documentary also uncovers the mastermind behind Syria...

Fatherland is a controversial coming-of-age documentary set in the remote South African bush. It follows a group of Afrikaner boys over 9 days at a military camp in the spirit of their fathers before them. Uploaded 25-08-18However, what starts out as basic training, fitness and camaraderie soon intensifies as the true nature of the camp is revealed and the boys are forced to question their place i...

Today we look at two journeys of hidden turmoil and recovery: one examines how a once-stable marriage unravels when both partners engage in secret affairs, triggering the collapse of family life, professional reputations, and self‐identity, and then chronicles their joint struggle through counseling and therapy to rebuild trust and redefine loyalty; the other follows the descent of a young adult i...

Jackpot takes viewers inside the strange, compelling, sometimes hilarious and sometimes heartbreaking world of hardcore Bingo players. With their cards laid out in front of them, and their hopes and dreams riding on the next number out of the machine, these passionate players have devoted an innumerable amount of money, time, and effort to the pursuit of a game that does not require skill but rath...

In 1979, Iran underwent a profound transformation. This documentary meticulously chronicles the overthrow of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi's 2,500-year monarchy, detailing the ascent of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini and the subsequent establishment of an Islamic theocracy. It examines the inherent tensions between the Shah's drive for modernization and the escalating religious opposition, tracing the c...

Murder In Paradise (Crime Documentary) | Real StoriesUploaded 11-08-18In the early hours of 15th September, two British backpackers, Hannah Witheridge and David Miller were found dead, brutally beaten just yards from their hotel in Koh Tao, Thailand. A paradise attracting thousands of tourists every year, their deaths took to 13 the number of British visitors killed in Thailand over the last five...

The legacy of the Third Reich still deeply affects its descendants today, decades after World War II. This powerful documentary explores the personal journeys of individuals like Baron, a son grappling with the pride and shame tied to his decorated Nazi father, and Betina, whose life is shaped by her great-uncle Hermann Göring's role in the Holocaust. You'll witness the hidden truths and emotional...

Leo is an articulate, sassy, amazingly mature 11 year old boy who loves doing make-up, dressing up and playing with his identity. He doesn’t want to be a girl but he does want the liberty to do ‘girlish’ things and above all to be who he is. Uploaded 03-08-18Want to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstorie...

From daring early experiments to the decisive battles of World War II, this documentary traces how naval aviation transformed from a wild dream into an indispensable war machine. Witness the evolution of the aircraft carrier and its fighter jets through the Cold War, adapting to new technologies and social changes, all while pilots faced immense risks and moral complexities. As modern conflicts pu...

Remember Band Aid, Live Aid and the developed countries’ determination to ‘Feed The World’? We failed – there are more Africans living in extreme poverty today than ever before. Shot in high definition, Africa Rising goes right inside the extraordinary story of how a large rural area of Ethiopia is taking itself out of poverty. With a cast of thousands, our film will open the eyes of the world to...

Ever wondered how America really began? This documentary takes you on an all-access journey to the very first English settlements in the New World. See what life was actually like for the brave (and often bewildered) people who crossed an ocean to build a new life in places like Jamestown, Yorktown, and Williamsburg. From the search for gold and new trade routes to the surprising reasons why certa...

This is the story of three white British women that have decided to convert to Islam. After the terrorist attacks on the United States, these women could not have chosen a more difficult time to become Muslims but they are 100% committed to their cause. The film examines why these women have chosen to convert to Islam and the issues they have faced on the road to conversion. Uploaded 29-07-18Want...

Prison For Life: Women's Maximum Security Prison (Sir Trevor McDonald Documentary)Uploaded 26-07-18Sir Trevor McDonald meets more inmates inside two of Indiana's most dangerous women's prisons. Among them are Dawn Hopkins, who was sentenced to life for murdering her three-month-old son, and Sarah `Cindy' White, who was incarcerated as a teenager and will spend the rest of her life behind bars. The...

Join us for an in-depth look at the incredible life story of 50 Cent, the rap superstar whose journey from the streets to global fame is nothing short of extraordinary. This documentary traces Curtis Jackson III's dramatic path, from his challenging beginnings in Queens, New York, where he navigated a world of crime and violence, including surviving nine gunshot wounds, to his pivotal signing with...

From an unassuming Victorian terraced house in Leyton, East London, Britain’s Sharia Council presides over hundreds of cases every year. This parallel legal system remains unknown to many of its neighbours in Leyton, yet this court has existed for over 20 years. Uploaded 22-07-18Presiding over the court are ten Sheikhs; respected members of the Muslim community with an intimate knowledge of Islami...

From the silent, unseen threat of nuclear meltdowns to the catastrophic industrial failures that shake communities, this documentary explores the most devastating man-made disasters in history. We revisit the harrowing moments of Fukushima and Chernobyl, examining the human cost and environmental fallout when technology goes horribly wrong. Beyond the power plants, we investigate the shocking negl...

Veteran broadcaster Trevor McDonald ventures inside two prisons that hold some of America’s most notorious women criminals, to find out how they got there, and what their life is inside the prison system. Uploaded 19-07-18Indiana Women’s Prison and the Rockville Correctional Facility in the State of Indiana hold over 1800 offenders. Some are serving long sentences for very violent crimes, others w...

For decades, the chilling threat of nuclear war cast a long shadow over the world. This documentary takes you back to the heart of the Cold War, a time when two superpowers stood poised, each with enough atomic power to wipe humanity off the map. We explore the terrifying concept of Mutually Assured Destruction, a grim paradox where peace was maintained by the sheer certainty of total global annih...

As a tiny primordial dwarf, Nick Smith is not your average 21 year old. His mum has to buy him baby clothes and his younger brother towers over him. Despite the challenges, Nick is determined to fulfil his life's ambitions. Uploaded 14-07-18Want to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsFacebook - ht...

Four years after a global health crisis changed everything, the truth about COVID-19's origin remains one of the biggest unanswered questions of our time. Was it a natural event, a jump from animals to humans, or did it accidentally escape from a lab? This documentary takes you inside the intense debate, following the scientists, journalists, and whistleblowers who dared to ask difficult questions...