Documentary

Voices from secret Burma

Interview with Aung San Suu Kyi - a historical political manifestation.

The man who lied the world into war

The story of Codename Curveball and one of the most incredible fabrications in modern history

Cop 15 - the climate game and the world´s poor

COP 15 was the most ambitious climate summit ever held. In spite of the good intentions, the outcome did not meet the World's expectations.

The president

The chaotic story of how Europe got ist first President

Climaniacs

Eight short films on climate by eight young directors.

Dealing with Pirates

In November 2008 Somali pirates hijacked the cargo vessel CEC Future and 13 crew members. The pirates demand 7 mio dollar. A nightmare had just begun.

The New Secretary General of Nato

Nato's newly appointed General Secretary Anders Fogh Rasmussen's life has not always taken place in the halls of the political elite.

Bitter Taste of Tea, The

The true story on how Fair-trade is not fair at all!

Diplomacy - the Race for Peace

A unique behind the scenes look into the UN and their mission to restore peace in Darfur.

Saving Saddam

The story of a man who was appointed by the US Government to save Saddam Hussein the exclusive inside account of the Saddam Hussein trial.

In this programme the viewers are invited into the home of Pakistan's President, Pervez Musharraf, for a discussion regarding democracy. Where is Pakistan headed in the future and what part does democracy play?

Word and the Bomb, The

What thoughts do some of the greatest writers of our time have on the age of terror?

Tracking Down the Holy War

The history of Radical Islam.

Terror Hunter, The

Manfred Nowak is a man on a mission. He is a terror hunter, appointed by the UN to secure that there is no violation of human rights.

Enemies of Happiness

Multiple award winner, Enemies of Happiness follows a strong female Afghan delegate- determined to make a difference.

Milosevic on Trial

This interesting film offers an exclusive insight into Milosevic's trial in 2006 - a trial that took more than odd turn.

Madrid Connection, The

With 191 killings and 2,000 injured, the terrorist attack in Madrid in 2004 is not easily forgotten. This film takes a closer look at the mass trial of the accused terrorists.

Reserved to Fight

An interesting programme that offers an intimiate look into the lives of four Marines as they try to reestablish themselves in society after fighting in Iraq.

Why Democracy?

A truly remarkable series that has won numerous awards at the various festivals. The Why Demcracy? series confronts the issue of democracy head on and illuminates the contradictions, challenges, hopes and disappointments of democracy in the 21st century.

In Search of Ghandi

In 2007 India celebrated their 60th anniversary as an independent nation. Democracy and freedom were successfully established, but how does the picture look today? This film seeks to paint a portrait of the present and future India in terms of democracy.

Campaign!

What chances do a virtual stranger have of winning a political election campaign? In Japan this was put to the test in 2005, when the Liberal Democratic Party chose a complete unknown man as their candidate for the seat on the Kawasaki City Council. This film follows the campaign up-close.

Please Vote for Me

This film paints an interesting portrait of possible democracy in a society where freedom of choice is not normally an option. In this film renowned director Weijun Chen conducts an experiment with a class of 3rd graders in attempt to discover if China is ready for democratic processes such as elections.

Iron Ladies of Liberia

This award-winning film takes the viewers to Liberia - the first African country with a female Head of State. Meet President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf in her fight for democracy and determination to empower other women.

Looking for the Revolution

This fascinating film focuses on the search for revolution in Bolivia. Che Guevara started the revolution many years ago, but now it rests in the hands of President Evo Morales - an ex-coca leaf farmer. Is revolution still on the agenda in Bolivia?

For God, Tsar and Fatherland

This interesting documentary takes a closer look at Russian patriotism in an effort to paint a picture of a group of people and their aversion against democracy.

Egypt: We are watching You

This fascinating programme takes us along on a mission. Three women in Egypt have started a grassroots movement to put democracy on the public agenda, hoping that the Egyptian people will gain more awareness concerning human rights and freedom of speech. Follow them as they promote their mission.

CIA's European Connection

This investigative documentary takes a closer look into the matter of CIA and their alleged use of national airspace in connection with their "secret prisoner programme". Is there any truth to the allegations?

Music Partisans

From the award-winning director Miroslaw Dembinski comes this fascinating programme about a group of musicians who try to raise attention to the problems in Belorussia through their protest songs.

A Lesson of Belorussian

Out of a country that has been referred to as the last dictatorship in Europe comes this documentary about the charismatic organisers of the Belorussian democratic opposition and the controversial events surrounding president Aleksander Lukashenkas reelection in 2006.

A Family at War

Follow the members of a family as they struggle with the loss of a son to the war in Iraq.

Two Men, Twelve Drawings

In September 2005, the Danish newspaper Jyllands-Posten printed 12 satirical cartoons of the prophet Muhammed and soon after Denmark faced its worst international crisis since World War II.

Struggles for Democracy in Southern Africa

A four-part series chronicling Southern African NGO's efforts to foster democracy in their communities.

Road to Europe, The

For the first time ever, a camera unit manages to get behind the facade of the EU power apparatus. This historic documentary gives viewers unparalleled access to the European leaders during the crucial negotiations to admit new member states into the Union.

Children of Allah

A film from another world from the school forming the Islamic priests, the Jihad warriors, the fundamentalists and the Taleban.

Nailed to the Bottom

Is the pressure on the EU's borders caused by the Union's own agricultural policies? Nailed to the Bottom provides a complete picture of the remarkably efficient system which helps protect European farmers against competition from developing countries.

All Current Affairs + Politics synopses

Voices from secret Burma

The man who lied the world into war

Cop 15 - the climate game and the world´s poor

The president

Climaniacs

Dealing with Pirates

The New Secretary General of Nato

Bitter Taste of Tea, The

Diplomacy - the Race for Peace

Saving Saddam

Dinner with the President

Word and the Bomb, The

Tracking Down the Holy War

Terror Hunter, The

Enemies of Happiness

Milosevic on Trial

Madrid Connection, The

Reserved to Fight

Why Democracy?

In Search of Ghandi

Campaign!

Please Vote for Me

Iron Ladies of Liberia

Looking for the Revolution

For God, Tsar and Fatherland

Egypt: We are watching You

CIA's European Connection

Music Partisans

A Lesson of Belorussian

A Family at War

Two Men, Twelve Drawings

Struggles for Democracy in Southern Africa

Road to Europe, The

Children of Allah

Nailed to the Bottom

On the Track of the Subsidies

They Made History

United States of Energy

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