This documentary celebrates the life of John Candy, a comedy legend whose warmth and humor defined a generation and who died of a heart attack in 1994 at the age of 43. Through rare footage and honest interviews with family, friends, and fellow stars, it reveals the man behind the laughter — talented, humble, and deeply human. From his early days in television to his rise as one of Hollywood’s most beloved comedic actors, his story shows how joy and vulnerability shaped a career that continues to inspire. With reflections from Bill Murray, Eugene Levy, Catherine O’Hara, and Dan Aykroyd, the film captures Candy’s lasting legacy as both a comic genius and a kind soul whose influence still endures decades after his passing.
In 1532, Francisco de Pizarro led fewer than two hundred men into the heart of the Inca Empire and brought a civilization of millions to its knees. What drove this man—from humble beginnings in Spain—to defy impossible odds and confront Atahualpa’s army of 30,000 warriors? Through striking reenactments and expert insight, the film explores how faith, greed, and unyielding ambition collided in one of history’s most shocking encounters, forever changing the fate of two worlds. Beyond the conquest, it delves into the man himself—visionary and tyrant, believer and betrayer—revealing how his thirst for glory became a symbol of both human courage and moral ruin. Set against the breathtaking landscapes of the Andes, this journey exposes the hidden cost of empire: the blood spilled, the cultures erased, and the myths that still echo through the ruins of Cuzco.
In the shadow of the Second World War, entire cities across Britain were plunged into darkness as waves of enemy bombers lit the skies with fire and destruction. Through newly restored archival footage and rare color images, the story unfolds of ordinary men, women, and children enduring nightly raids, shelters, and uncertainty. Survivors’ voices weave a vivid picture of fear, resilience, and solidarity in a nation pushed to the brink. Blending breathtaking visuals with powerful testimonies, this documentary immerses viewers in the heart of the Blitz like never before. It is a journey into the courage and spirit that defined wartime Britain, revealing how a population under siege discovered unity, sacrifice, and hope in the face of devastation.
In the heart of southern France, the Mandrin Cave has drawn archaeologists for over three decades, its soils preserving an extraordinary archive of human life stretching back tens of thousands of years. Within its layers lie traces of fire, tools, and bones that tell the story of survival in a harsh prehistoric world. In 2015, the remarkable discovery of a Neanderthal individual—nicknamed Thorin—revealed that these ancient humans once lived side by side with the first Homo sapiens to arrive in the region. Following an international team of scientists, the investigation uncovers fragile relics of the Palaeolithic era that are rewriting our understanding of how two human species encountered one another. With every excavation, new details emerge about resilience, adaptation, and coexistence, offering a powerful re-examination of what it meant to be human 50,000 years ago. This is not only the story of the Neanderthals’ fate, but also of the deep roots of our own identity.
An uplifting, boots-on-the-ground chronicle of ten first-time triathletes grinding toward Ironman 70.3 Swansea: dawn swims, wind-chewed bike rides, and long, lonely runs that turn strangers into a squad. Guided by local coaches and an irrepressible community spirit, they juggle work, family, injuries, and self-doubt while learning that endurance is as much about heart as it is about heart-rate. Shot with brisk intimacy and a clear love for its subjects, the film leans into small victories—clipless-pedal triumphs, cold-water courage—and the way a race can remake a life. By race day, the question isn’t who podiums—it’s how far determination, teammates, and a town’s backing can carry ordinary people beyond their limits.
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.
With reflections from Bill Murray, Eugene Levy, Catherine O’Hara, and Dan Aykroyd, the film captures Candy’s lasting legacy as both a comic genius and a kind soul whose influence still endures decades after his passing.