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- Power Plants takes us into the world of some extraordinary plants and tells us their story. Far from a dry academic discourse, this series proves that plants do much more than just set the stage for life; in fact, like humans and other animals, they play a very active role in it. Power Plants presents some unusual "plant stars" filmed just as animals might be. The techniques of macrophotography give us an "up close and personal" look at their world, while fast motion photography paints a revealing portrait of their territorial conquests, their fighting and seduction techniques, their double-dealing, and their opportunism. We thus gain firsthand knowledge of the plants' strategies at the level of both individuals and species. The narrative explains how plants adapt to the world around them, but also how they modify it. It stresses their "actions" rather than their appearance or anatomy. In so doing, it treats them like "characters" in their own dramas, highlighting the traits they have in common with humans and other animals and the universe they share with us. For this reason, the stories are deliberately intense, structured as investigations with many dramatic twists and turns.
- Ecologist series with puppets and true animals.
- Six star-hotels, boasting the highest tower in the world, ski hills under a glass dome, the artificial Palm Island complex, people of Dubai are not afraid of yet an other challenge. In August 2010, the Dubai Aquarium opened its doors. First feat: a 10 millions liter-tank, the largest in the world. 33 000 animals, more than 150 species - but with its 400 resident sharks, a new formidable challenge lies ahead : to create the largest collection of sharks ever attempted . Importation of rare species, daily dives with the sharks, vetenary care, acclimatazation of new types of sharks, birth in the nursery - Everything needs to be done . Headed by biologist Juan Romero, its director, the wager is soon to be won.
- At the end of a long sandbank, an opening was created. It is through this channel that the ocean and the rivers meet. This mix between fresh and salt water has permitted to create the center of this film: The salt marsh. Serving as a backdrop to the grandiose landscapes of Gaspésie, life is revealed through fish, mammals and the birds that inhabit this majestic place. Spectacular scenes: seductions, assaults, copulations, births and deaths are shown to us. The salt marsh is recognized to be the most productive ecosystems on the planet and this film is an exceptional testimony of that.
- Three of the world's most promising young scientists in their fields of expertise, together set out to conduct a systematic exploration of the "white frontier." For these people, the "white frontier" is the line of ice separating the world above (the ice field) from the world below (the ocean's depths). Like two separate planets, these worlds are inhabited by different creatures: On one side are beluga, bowhead whales, narwhals, and arctic fish; on the other side are polar bears, seals, and walruses - Yet, these animals are only able to survive by regularly venturing beyond the limits of their own world. These forays across the white frontier are precisely what our heroes aim to study. How do certain mammals break through the ice in order to breathe? How does the polar bear manage to smash the surface to catch fish? How are other animals able to use the meager reserve of air trapped between ice and water? How is the seal able to divide its life between the two sides of the obstacle?
- Each part in this series investigates a different aquatic creature. We discover the secret life of animals too often presented from the same angle, and dream along with the scientists, uncovering new worlds along with them.
- The Greenland ice sheet is the thick ice cap that covers most of the territory. It is also the name of the expedition led by Janot Lamberton, great explorer of ice clefts. The Inlandsis team, combining science and discovery, goes exploring this virtually untouched region of the planet.
- For the first time, a film presents the evolution, biology and behavior of bats from Europe. Shot in a natural environment with untouched subjects, this documentary will introduce you to these mammiphers that have coexisted with humans for thousands of years.
- By 2000, an estimated 100 million people around the world were afflicted with Alzheimer's disease. First identified in 1906 by German physician Alois Alzheimer, the disease is still in many ways a medical mystery. Alzheimer's has become a dangerous menace, striking mainly in rich countries where high standards of living and high-tech healthcare have greatly increased life expectancies. From Rita Hayworth to Ronald Reagan, from Alois Alzheimer's discoveries to the latest work by American and Japanese researchers, from patients cared for at home by their own families to ultramodern institutions specializing in degenerative brain diseases, "The Alzheimer's Mystery" tells both the social and medical story of a devastating disease that one day may be detected as early as conception.
- Exploring the nature and wildlife along the Gaspé Peninsula shoreline.
- Despite indications that it is disappearing, the European badger remains one of Europe's most discreet animals. This burrowing animal, of the Weasel family Mustelidae, is largely unknown to the general public and even to certain people commonly familiar with nature who rely on hearsay to discuss the badger. This foul smelling animal, hence the Mustelidae family, has the reputation of a savage, bloodthirsty beast which has preceded it since the dark ages. But is this an accurate portrayal of this relatively calm omnivore with very pronounced social behavior? Being extremely difficult to film in its natural habitat, the European badger has been the subject of very few documentaries. This complete study permits the presentation of actual facts and not the falsities that have been associated with the badger, such as it being a frightening creature. At the beginning of spring new generations of badger's are born. They have lived in the burrow for two months before coming out for the first time this evening. It is through this family unit and the passing season's with which we will be able to better understand this Mustelidae with its very peculiar habits. Where do they live? What do they eat? How many litters do they have per year? How do they build multi-level fortress they hibernate? A discussion will take place with regards to the American badger, which is also a member of the Mustelidae family. However, the American badger has very different habits and behavior patterns than that of the European badger. The American badger behaves in a very reclusive manner whereas the European badger is the only Mustelidae that is found to live in a family group or clan.
- Around the world, wildlife territory is being swallowed by human activity. South Africa is one of the countries that has the most expertise when it comes to managing its fauna. This film if about the discovery of South Africa's largest Natural Park, the Kruger. We will be accompanied by its chief veterinarian Markus Hofmeyr. He will take us into the heart of the reserve and teach us about managing the richest animal population of Africa. We will film the organization, unique in the world and animal trade. We will also follow the anti-poaching unit, on call day and night to end rhino and elephant poaching. This film takes you behind the scenes of Africa's largest animal sanctuary.
- A six-part documentary that observes the fauna and flora of North America.
- Many animals - whether imported on purpose or accidentally - have similarly supplanted local fauna in areas where they were introduced. The problem of animal invaders is one of today's most serious environmental threats. The potential risks are so great that the issue is now a major concern of the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources, the world's largest environmental protection organization. With astounding footage from around the world, "Invaders" not only offers us an opportunity to reflect on Life, but also a chance to grasp this unprecedented peril facing the Earth and the diversity of species.
- 214 million years ago a gigantic meteorite broke up and impacted Earth. 65 million years ago, the impact that killed the dinosaurs occurred where the country of Belize stands today. 200 thousand years ago early humans were walking and died when they were hit by a 40 meter wide meteorite hit South Africa creating a 1.4 km wide crater. This meteorite fragment, the largest ever found hit Namibia 80 000 years ago and more recently a major impact occurred in Toungouska, Russia in 1908. Every year 10 000 tons of meteoritic matter fall onto Earth in much smaller but not necessarily less influential pieces. This film will explore how the impact of these meteorites big and small through the ages have changed our world and what they brought from outerspace with them that may have been the seed of life itself on Earth.
- In the days and weeks that followed the 2001 shipwreck in the Galapagos Islands of the oil-tanker Jessica carrying over 250 000 gallons of crude oil, local population, assisted by the U.S. Coastguard and volunteers from around the world, laboured intensely to contain the oil spill. Extremely favourable winds and currents allowed for minimal damage. This dark threat succeed however in focusing international attention on this unique and fragile environment where species are known to exist with each other in ''perfect harmony''. The film looks at the elements threatening this paradise on earth , recently officially registered as a World Heritage Site, and what should be done to protect and preserve it.
- This series is dedicated to discovering small wild animals hat live in the European countryside. These animals are almost invisible because most are nocturnal, while others are timid and reclusive. as evidence of their stealth, these animals can prowl undetected within feet of farm houses and barns. Most people would not be able to identify these small, wild animals, but that does not prevent them from being accused of all sorts of crime and misdemeanors. Because so little is actually known about these animals, and because they are so difficult to observe, rumors have spread that they are vicious, smelly, blood thirsty or worse. "The Secret Lives of European Mammals" will reveal the intriguing and carefully concealed secrets of these unknown creatures. Furthermore, this series will demystify the rumors and misconceptions about these animals by showing that they are actually good neighbors who play a very important role in maintaining the balance of nature in the European countryside.
- This series will follow volunteers from the general public who have decided to take an unusual trip to some of the most remote and exotic locations to work alongside leading scientists in the field - conducting research on endangered species, ancient cultures, public health, climate change, rain forest, etc.
- This documentary follows Sébastien, a young music fan, as he drives across Québec, Canada, interviewing the province's most renowned musicians.