NEW TITLES

 

THE PIRATE TAPES - NEW RELEASE
1 x 60:00 & 1 x 90:00
This is the definitive and groundbreaking story of modern-day, violent pirate cells operating off the coast of Somalia. “The Pirate Tapes” follows filmmaker Mohamed Ashareh as he risks his life to expose the inner workings of Somali pirate gangs by going undercover to meet them. This acclaimed documentary brings viewers inside the dangerous lair of the pirates, exposing their motivations and methods. An Official Selection at Hot Docs 2011, “The Pirate Tapes” exposes the violent life of modern day pirates in a manner that has never before, and may never again be seen on film. Available in HD.

 

OUTBACK FIGHT CLUB - NEW RELEASE
2 x 60:00
Fred Brophy runs the last remaining tent boxing troupe in the world. Banned everywhere except for one region of Australia, tent boxing is a travelling combat road show; a circus of sorts where, under the big top, audience members step forward to challenge professional boxers in amateur bouts. “Outback Fight Club” chronicles Brophy’s final tour while exploring the phenomenon of fight sports and the power of shared spectacle in a community. Available in HD.

 

WILD AUSTRALIA - NEW RELEASE
1 x 60:00 and 6 x 60:00
From the original ‘Crocodileman’ comes an incredibly exciting wildlife adventure television Special. David Ireland is known worldwide as one of the world’s most experienced wildlife presenters and in this new (1 x 60’) High Definition film, he works with all manner of Australian creatures, particularly dangerous animals. Ireland has the ability to catch deadly snakes, hand feed sharks, wrestle a crocodile and capture a wild boar. He is not only an expert diver and cameraman, but also an expert bushman, having spent years with Aborigines in the Outback. The wild encounters filmed for the first time and the astounding animal interactions will amaze viewers. This film captures spectacular wildlife behaviours never seen before in HD. “Wild Australia” is truly a masterpiece and a major achievement for ‘The Wildlife Man’. Available in HD.

 

MAKING TRACKS - NEW RELEASE
13 x 30:00
Explore the vastness of Australia with television personality Nicky Buckley (host of “Talk To The Animals”) and her team, as they travel the length and breadth of the country to uncover its hidden secrets. “Making Tracks” visits Australia’s iconic destination by road, with each episode featuring a different travel route and destination. Discover Australia’s hidden gems, stunning scenery, incredible nature and wonderful diversity of people on this brand new travel series.

 

LUMBERJACKS - NEW RELEASE
48 x 30:00
Get up close and personal as the best men and women lumberjack competitors compete for prize money and the opportunity to be crowned ‘Lumberjack of the Day’. Watch the combatants demonstrate their unique range of skills featuring the Standing Block Chop, the Springboard Chop, the Single Buck, the Pole Climb and the Open Modified Saw. “Lumberjacks” is an exciting series about athletes and athletic competitions.

 

STATE OF STYLE - SERIES 4 - NEW RELEASE
20 x 30:00
“State of Style” (20 x 30’ per year) takes viewers on an exclusive tour of the world of fashion, the people who define it and the latest trends and designs that are moving from the runway to the sidewalk. Providing behind-the-scenes access to celebrities, designers and models who visit the bi-annual Fashion Weeks that take place in New York, London, Milan and Paris, “State of Style” goes beyond the runway in delivering the latest in fashion lifestyle. Ten episodes are delivered each year in October / November. Ten episodes are delivered each year in March / April. It is the ultimate answer for broadcasters looking for the perfect dose of internationally-focused fashion television. Available in HD.

 

TALK TO THE ANIMALS - NEW SEASONS AVAILABLE - NEW RELEASE
26 x 30:00
Talk to the Animals is an exciting new lifestyle series delivering eclectic content around one central theme: the incredible relationships between humans and animals. Hosted by Nicky Buckley and featuring veterinarian Dr. Chris Brown, Talk to the Animals delivers both fun and important information about not only furry domestic friends, but also the exotic, the endangered and the downright dangerous. The talented and passionate team highlight common pet behavioural concerns providing viewers with practical and easy solutions to help assist in training and caring for their beloved pets. From adorable puppies to dangerous snakes this series is sure to become a family favourite! Available in HD.

 

AN INCONVENIENT TAX - NEW RELEASE
1 x 90:00
With the U.S. congress making over 16,000 changes to the tax code in the last two decades alone, many Americans want to improve the tax system, but few know where to start. “An Inconvenient Tax” exposes one of America’s messiest problems – a fundamentally broken tax code. Featuring Steve Forbes and Noam Chomsky, the film examines how Congress has used the tax code to achieve political goals instead of raising revenue. The issue of tax reform is mired in controversy. In a time when America faces fiscal crisis, “An Inconvenient Tax” provides a crucial, honest exploration of income tax. Available in HD.

 

CHAMPIONS SERIES TENNIS - NEW RELEASE
12 x 120:00
World-renowned tennis icons compete on an international stage in the CHAMPIONS SERIES Tour. Each stop on this 12-City Event Tour provides a unique tournament structure that allows for semi-finals and a final match to take place all within a TWO-HOUR BROADCAST. A unique point system determines the winner at the end of the Tour, with $1,000,000USD in prize money. FEATURING: Andre Agassi, Pete Sampras, John McEnroe, Jim Courier, Ivan Lendl, Bjorn Borg, Michael Chang, Stephan Edberg and Patrick Rafter. Available in HD.

 

WW2 DIARY - NEW RELEASE
2190 x 2:00
The greatest conflict the world has known lasted from the invasion of Poland on September 1, 1939 to Japan’s surrender to the Allies on September 2, 1945. For six years - 2,190 days - the world lived through a terrible war that altered the alliances among nations and the way of life of millions of their inhabitants. In this series, the most important events of those fateful 2,190 days are narrated day-by-day in two-minute blocks.

 

BOMMI & FRIENDS
26 x 30:00
“Bommi & Friends” chronicles the adventures of Bommi, a young girl whose family has moved to a new town. Lonely, she constantly reads her favourite pop-up book, ‘Adventures In Dazzle Land’, and discovers the book can transport her into a wondrous place she thought only existed in fantasy. Through her exploration of Dazzle Land with her newfound friends, Bommi learns about friendship and community, and brings these skills and newfound confidence back into her real world life. Featuring cutting-edge 3D animation, vibrant sound and wonderfully scripted stories, “Bommi & Friends” is an entertaining and positive-affirming adventure series for children ages 2 to 6 everywhere. Available in HD.

 

CHANGING YOUR MIND
1 x 60:00
For centuries, the human adult brain has been thought to be incapable of fundamental change. Now, the discovery and growing awareness of neuroplasticity has revolutionized our understanding of the brain – and has opened the door to new treatments and potential cures for many diseases and disorders once thought incurable. “Changing Your Mind” follows the eye-opening documentary “The Brain That Changes Itself”. Once again, Dr. Doidge takes us through some very compelling neurological cases to illustrate how the changing brain plays an important role in treating mental diseases and disorders. In “Changing Your Mind”, we explore the latest research that is offering hope to those suffering from obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder and even schizophrenia. Available in HD.

 

CLOSER TO TRUTH - NEW SEASONS AVAILABLE
39 x 30:00
Hosted by Dr. Robert Lawrence Kuhn, “Closer To Truth” is the definitive series on Cosmos, Consciousness and God. This global journey, shot and post-produced completely in High Definition, is a search of vital ideas of existence. It features the world's leading scientists, philosophers, theologians, and diverse thinkers as they explore new knowledge of the universe, meaning and purpose in the most comprehensive, compelling, and accessible series on these subjects ever produced for television. Currently in broadcast on PBS in the USA, it is an exhilarating experience getting “Closer To Truth”. Available in HD.

 

iKNOW ANIMALS, LETTERS & SOUNDS
26 x 30:00
A GROUNDBREAKING series that teaches children all over the world to speak and read the English language, “iKnow” uses the latest tools developed by Early Childhood Educators to captivate the mind and spirit of children. The series utilizes a world of vivid folklore full of colours, letters and sounds, complete with catchy original sing-a-long songs and music; teaching children to verbalize language while focusing on animal names and learning fundamentals of science and the environment. This innovative series will entertain and educate children both from English-speaking homes as well as introducing those in non-English-speaking countries to develop English as a Second Language (ESL). No other television program can deliver this unique content to the viewing public !!

 

PRIME/TIME BOXING
48 x 120:00
From the first bell to the final round, “Prime/Time Boxing” takes audiences inside the ring for all of the power, pain and passion of World Class Boxing. Featuring top-ranked boxers and new contenders. All looking for their shot at glory. “Prime/Time Boxing” is a brand new series that combines tape-delayed world title fights with major contender bouts, rising stars, and classic archive events. Now broadcast in over 20 countries, broadcasters everywhere can build their audience with this weekly slot featuring high-calibre boxing from all over the world.

 

SERVANTS OF GANESH
1 x 60:00
A significant new entry in the natural history genre, “Servants of Ganesh” looks at the evolving relationship between elephant and people in a land where this dynamic forms an important part of everyday life. In the lush jungle lowlands of Nepal, an elephant handler uses ancient techniques to prepare the elephant for life within the wildlife conservation area of Chitwan National Park. Training the young elephant is an arduous rite of passage, and a spiritual journey. For in Nepal, elephants are revered as gods, and this captivating film illuminates the deep understanding that the handler has for the animal; revealing how elephants’ natural behaviour and intelligence can be harnessed in a way that rewards both man and beast.

 

SUPERSTONIC SOUND: A REBEL DREAD
1 x 60'
In 1970s England, after the peace and love of the Sixties had given way to an era of mass frustration among children of immigrants and disenfranchised working class white people, the music and lyrics of Reggae and Punk became synonymous with youth culture. When Don Letts, a young black Briton, dared to play Reggae at a famous Punk club, he brought together two disparate groups, both victimized by a controversial new Stop and Search legislation that had been introduced by the British Establishment. “Superstonic Sound: The Rebel Dread” is the story of how two cultures and two musical genres which could not be more different, came together during one politically-charged time and place, and the story of the man who made it happen. Available in HD.