Global Affairs Documentaries
Challenging Putin: Moscow and Mutiny
The mutiny in Russia during the summer of 2023 by mercenaries led by Yevgeny Prigozhin was the greatest challenge to Vladimir Putin in his two decades in power. In this fascinating documentary, Jane Corbin investigates what really happened during the failed coup. She looks at Prigozhin’s mysterious death, the consequences for Putin as elections approach, and its effect on the war in Ukraine.
The Balfour Declaration: The Promise to the Holy Land
Over 100 years ago, just 67 words on a single sheet of paper created the state of Israel. The Balfour Declaration was the first time the British government endorsed the establishment of ‘a national home for the Jewish people’ in Palestine. In this insightful history documentary, BBC reporter Jane Corbin investigates the legacy of this document and its impact on global relations.
Dynasties: The Families That Changed The World
Throughout history, certain names have cropped up again and again, holding onto the reins of power. Families that seem to continually reach the pinnacle of society. But how do they do it? This insightful historical documentary series delves into the inner workings of the world’s most powerful and intriguing dynasties. The scandals, powerplays, humble beginnings and dramatic downfalls are all explored.
Citizen Quinn: Bankrupt Billionaire
This is the story of the man who personified Ireland’s boom and subsequently, its bust. Sean Quinn was the world’s biggest single loser in the 2008 global financial collapse. This fascinating documentary looks at the man who gambled his business empire on a single investment and lost everything. Once worth an estimated $6 billion, can he somehow get his fortune back?
Is China Watching You?
China’s surveillance and facial recognition technology is arguably the most advanced in the world. Their products account for over 40% of global sales to places like Germany, Ecuador, Uganda and the UK. However, this documentary reveals that some are worried that the countries going big on digital CCTV might also be opening the door to being spied on, but do these fears have any foundation?