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Documentary (Singles)

Base, The Base, The

1 x 48'

Through dramatic re-enactments, real photographs and in-depth interviews, The Base recalls how the war against Japanese Occupation was fought by a small band of Malayan guerilla fighters against the British, Malaysian and Thai armed forces.

Producer: Naga Films.
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China's Titanic China's Titanic

1 x 52'

This is the story of the "Tek Sing" which was one of the last of the great Chinese ocean-going junks. There were nearly 2000 people on board when it sank in 1822. What emerges from its excavation is a dramatic tale encompassing both treachery and heroism, arrogance and greed.

Producer: Inca Productions.
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First Black Britons, The First Black Britons, The

1 x 60'

'The First Black Britons' is an epic and defining historical journey: from slavery to heroes of the grand imperial age and a struggle for equality. It centres on the incredible hidden history of the British West Indies Regiment, and a unique act of parliament that established them as a new class of citizen.

Producer: Sweet Patootee.
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Fred Dibnah's All Steamed Up Fred Dibnah's All Steamed Up

1 x 55'

This programme is a unique tribute to the magnificent machines which proudly travelled the roads of Britain. 'Steam Engines are what made England great - and they don't answer back! You can belt them with a hammer and they say nowt'.

Producer: Arthur Smith Film Services.
Availability: Worldwide, all media (ex UK Video).

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Fred Dibnah's Ups & Downs Of Chimneys Fred Dibnah's Ups & Downs Of Chimneys

1 x 76'

Britain's legendary Steeplejack, Fred Dibnah, demolishes the towering brick built chimneys of Britain's industrial past and ladders a chimney from start to finish. Enjoy the wit and wisdom of one of Britain's most colourful characters and 'watch them fall down'.

Producer: Arthur Smith Film Services.
Availability: Worldwide, all media (ex UK Video).

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In Search of Tuscany In Search of Tuscany

1 x 42'

We follow charismatic presenter, John Guerrasio, on a journey through the heartland of Tuscany as he seeks out the food, wine, crafts, history, heritage and traditions of one of Italy's most beautiful and historic region.

Producer: A Beckmann Production for a PBS (US) Pledge Night Special.
Availability: Worldwide, all media (ex US).

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Moscow: City Of Murder & Mayhem Moscow: City Of Murder & Mayhem

1 x 52'

This film is the story of two young men living and working in the craziest most corrupt and certainly one of the most violent cities on earth. The documentary tells the story of what can only be described as the 'Wild East'.

Producer: Atlantic Celtic Films. Made in association with Atlantic Film Partners.
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My Own Everest My Own Everest

1 x 52'

Fifteen adults with special needs, from "Kfar-Tikva" (Village of Hope), go on a journey to the Base Camp of the most challenging mountain in the world, the Himalayas. Would they succeed in proving that they can conquer peaks and succeed just like everyone else?

Producer: TTV Productions.
Availability: Worldwide, all media (ex Israel).

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Naked London Naked London

1 x 52'

What happens when you take away clothes and strip people bare? New York photographer Greg Friedler does just that. This programme follows him on his latest challenge - 'Naked London'. Will the Brits oblige?

Producer: IPM Production for Channel 5. Made in association with Atlantic Film Partners.
Availability: Worldwide, all media (ex UK).

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Strip School Strip School

1 x 48'

This 48' documentary follows 4 ordinary girls taking the Professional Course with Jo King at the 'London School of Striptease'. Will any of them learn the 'art of striptease' well enough to perform in front of a live audience?.

Producer: First Freedom Productions For Channel FIVE.
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Way Of The Gull, The Way Of The Gull, The

1 x 52'

In the company of his seagull mascot, popular TV traveller David Bean treks the spectacular 100 mile coastal path of the Isle of Man. Magnificent views towards Mann's "six" kingdoms are background to the 6000 years enshrined in this beautiful, independent island.

Producer: Border Television.
Availability: Worldwide, all media (ex UK).

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Wrecks Of Condor Reef Wrecks Of Condor Reef

1 x 52'

In 1672 a merchant ship laden with Chinese porcelain and other treasure left Bangkok and sailed south across the Gulf of Siam, towards Singapore. The ship never made it. This programme goes in search of that vessel, and the unknown treasures it contains.

Producer: Inca (London) Ltd Productions.
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