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The story of the pearl is a tumultuous tale that dates back to the birth of civilisation. The magical allure and unearthly lustre of this ‘queen of gems’ seduced the rich and powerful, holding them spellbound for centuries. As the passion for the gems escalated, so did the status of the island of Bahrain - the source of the world’s finest pearls.
Save our Seas
Cleaning out a hoarder’s attic may not sound like fun but for Samantha Snell it’s the job of a lifetime. Paul Garber was no ordinary hoarder and this is no ordinary attic. It’s a gold mine of aviation-related objects and it belongs to the Smithsonian Institute. Snell and her team must catalogue, pack, move and unpack everything from spacesuits, fighter jets, bombs, and bullets!
Smithsonian Networks
Before Bob Dylan and the Band, there was John Cohen. Instrumental in saving and celebrating traditional American Folk Music, there is no doubt his influence still reigns in today’s pop culture. He photographed Dylan and many believe he’s the inspiration for the Grateful Dead’s famous song “Uncle John’s Band”. He has led a remarkable life, embracing music, filmmaking and photography, becoming a musical legend.
People now commonly see their pets as part of the family. Pet spas offer “paw- dicures”; celebrity chefs dish up treats at pet delis; and everything from braces to stem cell transplants to heart surgery is now available for your pet... assuming you can afford it. The newest trend is the most controversial and revealing: psycho- active drugs for dogs and cats.
White Pine Pictures
In the series ‘Planet School’, six pupils describe the most special features of their schools. Each of the six episodes covers an entire school day and makes it possible to experience the lessons, teaching concept, as well as the feelings and thoughts of the pupils. What do the children love about their schools? What do they dislike? How do they spend recess and how do they make friends? How do they handle exams and challenges?
Maximus Films
A Promise to the Dead: The Exile Journey of Ariel Dorfman explores exile, longing and democracy through the memories of playwright/author/activist Ariel Dorfman. Dorfman became cultural advisor to president Salvador Allende in Chile and when Allende was toppled in the 1973’s coup, Dorfman was one of the few of Allende’s inner circle to survive.
Planes, Cranes And Rockets
1 x 60’, 2013, HD
Pets On Prozac
1 x 60’, 2009, HD
Planet School
3 x 60’, 2018, HD
Play On John: A Life In Music
1 x 60’, 2007, HD
New Harbour Entertainment/Smithsonian Networks
White Pine Pictures
Pearl Islands
1 x 60’, 2013, HD
A Promise To The Dead
1 x 48’, 1 x 60’ or 1 x 90’, 2007, HD
People & Culture