Highlights
Backstage of History
Each episode in this series immerses us in the everyday life of a bygone era.
The stories revolve around the adventures of fictional characters who remain true to historical reality, set in emblematic locations of their time.
PHU QUOC, THE PEARL OF VIETNAM [52’]
An episode from the series
FLAVORS
Situated South-East of the Gulf of Thailand and facing Cambodia, Phu Quoc is, in fact, a Vietnamese island.
Thanks to its beauty, Phu Quoc is a first-choice destination. Long preserved and protected, it has remained authentic with its fishermen, Nuoc-Mam, pepper, and, more recently, its pearl culture.
All this gives the island the image of an eternal Vietnam that can address the future while preserving its soul.
STATUE OF LIBERTY, A FRENCH GIANT [52’]
A superstructure that revolutionized its time
Erected over a century ago on a small island in the Bay of New York, the Statue of Liberty attracts over 4 million visitors every year.
The "lady who lights up the world" is a formidable concentration of innovation. A colossus of such height, never built before, required a treasure trove of engineering.
A true technological feat, this humongous project was perfectly in tune with its time, an era defined by a race for progress.
INDIANA JONES, IN PURSUIT OF AN ICON [52’]
The most famous adventurer in pop culture
A whip cracking, a Stetson on his head, phlegm, and an inimitable wry smile, all served up by an anthem that's instantly recognizable. You'll recognize Indiana Jones, the most famous adventurer in pop culture.
This film follows in Indy's footsteps from the corridors of Lyon's Cinema Museum to the Palais des Festivals in Cannes, with Harrison Ford in the flesh among other stars.
ANIMAL DESTINIES [8x52’]
Survival strategies
In the African savannah, life is a succession of challenges that must be overcome to see the next day. Growing up, finding food, moving around, and breeding, all require vital needs that necessitate the development of survival strategies, which can be perilous.
Through the fate of various animals, the whole theatre of life is revealed with its constant struggles punctuated by brief moments of respite.
LAST PARADISE, THE SASI SANCTUARY OF PAPUA [52’]
Where all of nature comes to seek refuge
Imagine a place on earth where coral reefs thrive, where 75% of known organisms dwell, where sharks and giant sea turtles are born peacefully, where species that were believed to be extinct make a comeback, and where all of that is protected by an animist population whose thousand-year-old values and commitment allow for a harmonious cohabitation with nature.
There is such a place on earth, known as Mayalibit Bay, a small lagoon located on the island of Waigeo in the southwestern province of Papua, Indonesia.
AGRO MAFIA IN ITALY [52’]
The new criminal scourge
Italy is among the top five food exporters in the world thanks to tomatoes, olive oil, and mozzarella. These products are loved worldwide and generate substantial profits, which has not escaped the attention of the mafias.
The Camorra in Naples, Ndrangheta in Calabria, and Cosa Nostra in Sicily have infiltrated the agricultural sector. Indeed, much more than drugs, food is tomorrow’s business and carries fewer risks.
SPAGHETTI WESTERN: COLTS, SLAPS AND BEANIES [52’]
The inspiration for great contemporary directors
The myth of the cowboy was born in the American studios, but when we talk about Westerns, one name keeps coming up: Sergio Leone, the great architect of the so-called "spaghetti" Western, because it was made in Italy.
This genre, initially intended to be purely mercantile by producing low-cost imitations of American Westerns, facilitated the emergence of new talents.
The spaghetti western became a true genre thanks to directors such as Leone, Corbucci, and Solima, as well as the music of Ennio Morricone. It will then, in turn, influence international cinema, notably by inspiring great contemporary directors such as Quentin Tarantino.
THE SECRETS OF THE MEDITERRANEAN [3x52’]
A window into nature’s evolution
Because it is susceptible to the consequences of global warming, the Mediterranean Sea has recently become the focus of scientific attention.
What do we know about the mechanisms that regulate its ecosystems and biodiversity?
This series focuses on three areas where animal and plant species have adapted in surprising and unprecedented ways, giving researchers a window into nature’s evolution.
THE CORAL OASIS OF THE TUAMOTU [52’ or 43’]
An essential sanctuary of biodiversity
In Tahitian, Tuamotu means “the distant islands” because they are isolated from everything, far removed from human hustle and bustling trade routes.
They host some of the planet’s richest wildlife, which is still resisting the upheavals of the modern world.
UMA THURMAN, HOLLYWOOD'S SILENT WARRIOR [52’]
An independent cinema icon
Uma Thurman first made a name for herself in roles of false ingenue before becoming an independent cinema icon and then a standard-bearer of women's revenge.
Here's a look back at this warrior's journey, which has not been without wounds.
MATTHEW PERRY, THE ONE WE MISS [52’ or 70’]
An actor who marked an entire generation
This film delves into Matthew Perry's life and career, spanning from his early years to his breakthrough as the unforgettable Chandler Bing in the hit series Friends.
With the help of numerous excerpts and archive footage, we retrace his film roles, his struggle with personal demons, particularly his addiction problems, and the challenges he overcame right up to his tragic end.
A poignant tribute to an actor who marked an entire generation.