Spirituality
A thousand-year-old site
Mont Saint-Michel, one of France's most famous treasures, attracts millions of visitors annually.
This film offers an in-depth exploration of this thousand-year-old site, where natural beauty meets architectural wonders.
MYSTERIOUS FRANCE [16x90’]
The secrets of History, stories of secrets
In France, there are buried enigmas, erased traces, and legends that defy time.
Behind the ramparts of a castle, beneath the stones of a cathedral, or in the shadows of a forest, certain secrets seem intent to elude history.
From the alchemists to the Knights Templar, from sacred relics to cursed places, this series lifts the veil on mysteries that have unsettled minds and fueled myths.
MYSTERIOUS HOLY LAND [52’]
The secrets of the fourth monotheist faith
The Holy Land, stage of the greatest episodes of the Bible, is a territory of legendary and fascinating stories.
Situated between Lebanon, Jordan and Egypt, it is home to enigmatic places and breathtaking natural landscapes.
In the hidden caves of Qumran, an archaeological site in the West Bank, ancient manuscripts reveal their secrets.
MYSTERIOUS JERUSALEM [52’]
At the crossroads of Men’s beliefs
Crowds gather from around the world to contemplate and implore the Holy City. Today, Jerusalem is the place of the greatest hopes and the stage of the worst atrocities.
The city is surrounded by many holy sites, such as the Mount of Olives and the Dome of the Rock, home to the "Foundation Rock" for Muslims and once the site of Solomon's temple.
Between myth, reality, and legend, in this interweaving of places and beliefs, Jerusalem is at the heart of many mysteries of humanity.
NOTRE DAME, THE REBIRTH [70’]
From ashes to eternity
On April 15, 2019, a fire broke out in Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, consuming its ancient wooden framework and spire as the crowd looked on in shock.
In a race against time, artisans, architects, engineers, and conservators, driven by a spirit of urgency, united to heal the wounded masterpiece.
This film captures the final decisive moments before the reopening, showcasing the extraordinary human and technical feats behind the rebirth of an immortal treasure.
SAINT-JACQUES [2x52’]
A hiking adventure
Heading to Santiago de Compostela in Spain means leaving behind your job and the comfort of a quiet life.
For these hikers, the adventure will last about two and a half months, with many ups and downs along the way.
SECRETS OF CATHEDRALS [3x90’] | [1x52’]
Between light and shadow
For 150 years, the Middle Ages saw the construction of immense Gothic cathedrals, the fruit of an architectural revolution in which builders pushed back the limits of stone and light.
However, these exceptional works had a dark side, marked by power struggles, manipulation, and trafficking of all kinds.
Between visionary genius and all-consuming ambition, this series explores a fascinating and troubled world where every building conceals many mysteries.
SPIRITUALITY FOR SALE [52’]
A new craze
For centuries, Asian families have been going on temple retreats lasting anything from a few days to a few years. Now, Westerners are turning to this way of getting in touch with their inner souls.
In recent years, this craving for spirituality has led to an increase of people to exotic destinations, such as monasteries, meditation centers, retreat camps, or specialized tours.
But are these spiritual quests around the world appropriate for everyone?
STORY OF FAITH [12x52’]
The most important places of Christianity
Religions have shaped our societies for centuries.
This series looks back at Christianity's most important places and the stories of faith that are as diverse as they are astounding.
THE MEDIEVAL CITY OF ROCAMADOUR [52’]
The secrets of a pillar of faith
Rocamadour is a breathtaking medieval citadel built on the edge of a cliff in the center of France. Seemingly defying the laws of gravity, it stands at 364 meters, 40 meters higher than the Eiffel Tower.
This medieval city owes its fame to the fabulous treasure it conceals.
Nine centuries after its foundation, this film reveals the secrets of a pillar of faith, renown for extraordinary technical feats and legends.
THE TREASURES OF VATICAN [110’ or 2x52’]
The Pope and his world
For several months before and after Pope Francis's election on March 13th, 2013, television crews shared the daily lives of the men and women, religious or lay, who work in the service of the pope and Vatican City.
It also allowed privileged access to the masterpieces of the greatest artists and to visit the majestic St Peter's Basilica in Rome, where Catholics from all over the world congregate.
Also available as a 52mns