The film follows the emotional journey of a surrogate mother from India. Right from the day she signs a ‘bond’ that puts her womb on rent, through her nine months of ‘bonded’ labour. The film depicts how globalization and modern science is instigating situations of parenthood that mankind has never confronted before.
Westwind: Djalu’s Legacy
Djalu Gurruwiwi is an aging elder in a line 60,000 years long who is running out of time to pass on the Yidaki Songlines entrusted to him for the future of his people, before it dies with him. His sons and community, struggling to come to terms with the consequences of colonisation, are lost. When Djalu breaks with tradition to try and save it, world famous musician Gotye becomes an unexpected family member and helps heal Djalu’s sons and amplify his songs to the world.
We Call them Intruders
Seventy-five percent of all mining companies are headquatered in Canada, and this century’s global scramble for metals and minerals has led hundreds of Canadian mining corporations to Africa in search of the next big mine find. Home to some of the world’s financial poorest, Africans live on or beside mines that generate billions of dollars in profit each year. Many of these mines are financed, in part, by ordinary people paying taxes, putting away savings, making RRSP contributions and paying into pension plans in Canada. But who gets rich off Canadian mines?
Vinnie Jones Toughest Cops – Season 2
Vinnie Jones introduces this series of films in which we shadow the police in some of the world’s most dangerous locations. We have full access with cops from eight countries, spanning six continents as they go about policing some of the toughest areas.
Veil of Dreams
Enter a world where deep-rooted sacred customs meet contemporary athletic aspirations. Football in Iran has gained much popularity among women out of their passion towards football. Wearing the traditional Islamic veils, they would play the game with an atmosphere of unbridled joy and limitless energy. This documentary will follow Iran’s women’s team as they compete against other international footballers. Meet the women, who dare to push customary limits in pursuit of a simple ambition to take part in a sport where there are no restrictions, but only freedom to express themselves in a game that used to be for men only. Armed with the same enthusiasm and competitive spirit, viewers will be let into their personal journeys to see the world from their points of view that are usually kept only to themselves. Find out how this journey will affect their lives and provide unforgettable memories for these young women.
US Bounty Hunters
US Bounty Hunters takes you inside, up close and personal, on the craziest bounty hunting chases . Ride along with Fred The Enforcer, Denise The Huntress , and their team of Bounty Hunters as they track down some of the US’ hardened criminals.
Unschooled: Save Our Future
Save our Future founder Charlotte Austin Jordan began dedicating her life to reaching inner city teens after experiencing her own personal tragedies.
When inner-city charter high school Save Our Future is forced to close its doors, dozens of Los Angeles students rally to have their voices heard. The topic of education has suddenly gone from overlooked to centre stage.
As we continue to make difficult decisions in very tough economic times, which will be of greater funding priority: schools or prisons?
Undercover Asia
This award-winning investigative series goes undercover to expose the secret underbelly of Asia. Through these in-depth documentaries, we explore stories of crime, violence and injustice. Stories include hunting down pedophiles working in Cambodian orphanages, revealing the secret organ trade in the Philippines and exposing monks behaving badly in Thailand. Find out the untold stories lurking within these diverse Asian societies.
Tuna Hunters
At the age of 14, Intoy made the decision to become a tuna fisherman. But the life was harsh. Intoy earned nothing for a long time because he caught no fish and had his wages docked to cover his food.
However, life and fortune has changed for this young man who staked his family’s future on his chances at the sharp end of a tough industry.