Previously unreleased prison calls, firsthand testimony and archival footage open a disturbing window into the world Charles Manson created around himself. Against the backdrop of the late-1960s counterculture, Manson draws vulnerable and disillusioned young people into a tightly controlled group built on promises of love, freedom and belonging. His manipulation gradually deepens into paranoia, domination and violence, culminating in the 1969 murders committed by members of the Manson Family, including the killings at the home of Sharon Tate, and in Manson’s delusional belief that the crimes could help ignite a racial apocalypse he called “Helter Skelter.” The story then follows the investigation, arrests and extraordinary 1971 trial, where Manson and his followers turn the courtroom into a spectacle and become symbols of a darker side of the era. Recordings of Manson himself are joined by voices from people who lived through the events, including material connected to followers such as Charles “Tex” Watson, Susan Atkins and Leslie Van Houten, revealing how charisma, coercion and group loyalty were transformed into lethal obedience. Presented here with all three episodes combined into a single video, viewers can follow the complete story without interruption, from the formation of the Family to the murders, the trial and the disturbing legacy Manson left behind.
Few actors have ever defined cool the way Steve McQueen did. This compelling documentary traces the rise of a rebellious outsider who became one of Hollywood’s most iconic stars, blending raw charisma with a quiet intensity that captivated audiences worldwide. Through rare footage, interviews and personal insights, it reveals the man behind the legend — driven, restless and determined to live life on his own terms. Beyond the fame, the film explores the contradictions that shaped him: a troubled past, a relentless pursuit of freedom and a passion for speed, risk and authenticity that bled into every role he played. From unforgettable performances to his enduring cultural influence, it offers a powerful portrait of a man who didn’t just play heroes — he became one.
This documentary chronicles the unconventional journey of three teenage blues musicians—Billy Gibbons, Dusty Hill, and Frank Beard—from their modest Texan origins to becoming one of the most enduring and beloved rock bands in history. Through candid interviews, rare archival footage, and appearances by celebrity fans like Josh Homme, Steve Miller, and Billy Bob Thornton, the film paints an intimate portrait of the band's evolution, their signature style, and the mystique that’s kept them relevant for over five decades. The narrative highlights key moments such as their early bar gigs, their rise during the MTV era, and the influence of their longtime manager Bill Ham. The storytelling allows viewers to connect directly with the band's legacy and the power of their music’s authenticity.
A kaleidoscopic immersion into the underground art and music scene of 1960s New York, this documentary eschews conventional rock biographies in favor of a sensory-rich, cinematic experience. Through a vibrant mosaic of avant-garde films, rare archival footage, and personal testimonies, it paints the Velvet Underground not just as a band—but as the beating heart of a creative explosion. By interweaving interviews with John Cale and Maureen Tucker alongside voices from their cultural milieu, the film evokes the fraught, fragile energy of a time when music intersected with performance, queerness, and counterculture. More than a story about a band, it is a journey into a cultural explosion that still resonates today.
The documentary tells the story of the extremely rare discovery of evidence of Roman crucifixion, unearthed in a routine archaeological dig in the Cambridgeshire Fens. When human remains were found alongside a variety of Roman artifacts, none of the team at Albion Archaeology saw anything out of the ordinary. But once the bones were washed back at HQ, something highly unusual was uncovered: a nail through the heel bone of one of the individuals. Could this be evidence of a Roman crucifixion? When they did some research, they found that only one confirmed example had ever been unearthed before, discovered in the 1960s in Jerusalem. To find out more, they called in renowned osteoarchaeologist Dr Corinne Duhig to investigate. With exclusive access to Corinne’s investigation and the remains themselves, The Cambridgeshire Crucifixion sets out to find out who this person was, how they lived and why they were put to death in this notoriously gruesome way. We perform a CT scan, DNA and isotope analysis of the remains, and use them to create a cutting-edge virtual autopsy of the skeleton, conducted by Corinne and one of her former students, biologist Prof Ben Garrod. A supporting cast of expert contributors help to analyse the artefacts found at the Fenstanton site and reveal a compelling picture of life in Roman Britain in the 1st century CE. The film culminates in a world first: a full forensic facial reconstruction of a victim of Roman crucifixion, conducted by world-leading expert Joe Mullins.
The rock revolution of the 1960s seen through the life and music of Jimi Hendrix. We see how he became the first, ultimately doomed, icon of rock. The Birth Of Rock also explores the influence of rhythm & blues on a generation of British musicians such as The Rolling Stones, Cream and The Who, and how the song-writing of Bob Dylan and studio developments of The Beatles transformed the possibilities and ambitions of rock.
The story then follows the investigation, arrests and extraordinary 1971 trial, where Manson and his followers turn the courtroom into a spectacle and become symbols of a darker side of the era. Recordings of Manson himself are joined by voices from people who lived through the events, including material connected to followers such as Charles “Tex” Watson, Susan Atkins and Leslie Van Houten, revealing how charisma, coercion and group loyalty were transformed into lethal obedience. Presented here with all three episodes combined into a single video, viewers can follow the complete story without interruption, from the formation of the Family to the murders, the trial and the disturbing legacy Manson left behind.