Highlights
The turning point of World War II
The battle for Stalingrad was the bloodiest decisive combat in the war of annihilation unleashed by Hitler. It cost the lives of at least one million German and Red Army soldiers and Soviet civilians.
Stalingrad marked a psychological turning point in the Second World War since the defeat of the 6th Army shocked many Germans into realizing that, despite all the propaganda, the war would be lost.
This series portrays how the catastrophe came about and what the horrific consequences of this battle were for the soldiers and inhabitants of the city.
THE MASTERS OF THE REICH [4x52’]
Making silent archives speak
This series gives a new life to silent archives.
It shed new light on WWII and the preceding years by revealing what the masters of the Reich and their acolytes were really saying to each other while being filmed, thinking no one could hear them.
Surprising or trivial, mundane or astonishing, their words, now deciphered, give a new perspective on these historical archives and get us closer to the harsh reality of these tragic days.
MASTERS OF SAVOURS [17x52’]
The taste of Nature
Nature has provided humanity with edible plants that offer infinite tastes and sensations. Over the centuries, with patience and passion, Man has developed the know-how to transform them into exceptional food.
From tea to chocolate, rice, olive oil, or honey, this series offers a culinary exploration of the world to meet these men and women who have learned to magnify these gifts of Nature.
TELL ME IGGY [52’]
The godfather of punk
After being considered rock'n'roll's most dangerous and self-destructive singer, Iggy Pop has come of age as a sage. At 75, he remains a free spirit, keeping his capacity for wonder intact.
Although he has magnificently survived a life of excess, the immortal rocker appears to have no fear of death and couldn't care less what he leaves to posterity.
With the participation of Johnny Depp, Debbie Harry, John Waters, Nick Kent, and Alain Lahana, his producer.
PHU QUOC, THE PEARL OF ASIA [52’]
An episode from the series
FLAVORS
Situated South-East of the Gulf of Thailand and facing Cambodia, Phu Quoc is, in fact, a Vietnamese island.
Thanks to its beauty, Phu Quoc is a first-choice destination. Long preserved and protected, it has remained authentic with its fishermen, Nuoc-Mam, pepper, and, more recently, its pearl culture.
All this gives the island the image of an eternal Vietnam that can address the future while preserving its soul.
THE SECRETS OF MARS AND THE MOON [2x52’]
The closest stars
The Moon and Mars are the stars closest to our planet.
Despite their proximity, there are still many things we do not know about them.
KROOS [115’]
The heart and mind of Real Madrid
Toni Kroos is a phenomenon.
Even though he is the most successful and expensive German football player of all time, you barely notice him on the field or in public. He’s modest, introverted, and reserved. Yet, he is the heart and mind of Real Madrid, the biggest football club in the world, where show and spectacle are as important as victory.
From Greifswald to Madrid, this film offers unseen images of the life of this atypical athlete and provides an inside look at the world of professional football.
PANDA KINGDOM [3x52’]
The most endearing of mammals
This film tells the incredible story of the giant panda’s revival in the wild.
Over the course of seven years, crews tirelessly followed their daily lives, from reproduction to survival, and even reintroduction for some of them.
An exceptional adventure marking the most extensive continuous filming project since the scientific discovery of the species 150 years ago.
THE THUNDERSTORM CATCHER [52’]
Between lightning and thunder
The landscapes of the Pyrenees, one of Western Europe's wildest regions, fascinate photographer Maxime Daviron.
Specializing in high-altitude thunderstorms, he climbs up to 3,300m and takes refuge in precarious shelters to capture the furtive connection between sky and earth.
A quest between lightning and thunder.
FPS - FIRST PERSON SHOOTER [5x52’]
A video game revolution
This series is a nostalgic journey through 50 years of FPS (First-Person Shooter) history, featuring the developers and artists behind these legendary games.
We dig deep into the history of these groundbreaking games, from the genre's humble beginnings to the present day, exploring the creation, impact, and legacy of a wide range of genre-defining classics, including Wolfenstein 3D, Doom, GoldenEye, Half-Life, Halo, and many more.
THE SECRETS OF THE MEDITERRANEAN [3x52’]
A window into nature’s evolution
Because it is susceptible to the consequences of global warming, the Mediterranean Sea has recently become the focus of scientific attention.
What do we know about the mechanisms that regulate its ecosystems and biodiversity?
This series focuses on three areas where animal and plant species have adapted in surprising and unprecedented ways, giving researchers a window into nature’s evolution.
FRANZ BECKENBAUER, THE LAST EMPEROR [90’]
The ultimate tribute
Franz Beckenbauer is one of the greatest names in world soccer, a winner of every trophy.
Several international football stars talk about who he was for them: a role model, a big brother, a reassuring guide, a comrade, a coach, a teammate, a friend.
Using never-before-seen archives, this series also traces the history of the Federal Republic of Germany since 1945, the year Beckenbauer was born.