Upon consider the year gone by, a assortment of outstanding feature-length pieces stands out. These accounts probe intricate topics from political intrigue and historical discoveries to profoundly personal journeys.
The Enigmatic Novelist and the Conscience of a Nation
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the nineties with scathing critiques on power. Although numerous of his literary contemporaries have encountered suppression or left the nation, he continues to move vast numbers of copies. This prompts a pressing question: Has the author become an supporter for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The account of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his sole way out of incarceration was to join the regime military. After 14 years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may now put him in mortal danger.
A Fierce Argument Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The discovery of fossilised bones in the Djurab sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as fundamentally changing the story of our human race. Yet, some scholars was persuaded. The subsequent bitter scholarly debate has taken over the careers of scholars ever since.
A UK Sect That Hid in Plain Sight
One woman was only a child when her household joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in reveal the shocking breadth of exploitation it had carried out.
A Leader's Curious Stance on Human Rights
Many voters expected that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the UK's dedication to human rights. Yet, the performance over the past year has been notably ambiguous.
Breaking a Nation's Myth
A film featuring a remorseful master criminal as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with covert recording asks thorny queries: Is she truly reformed, and is the director's true motives?
The Man Who Remediates Britain's Most Traumatic Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and dealt with – everything. In their darkest times, individuals rely on him to restore peace.
Can an Iconic Museum Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, difficult finances and the exposure of an internal thief, Britain's premier cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Is it possible to restore its reputation?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Suffering of Severe Condition
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has long lacked an reliable treatment solution – up until possibly now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Modern Politics
A militant extremist and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideas influence the uppermost echelons of government.
The English Gentleman With a Dishonest Side
With his keen mind and impeccable reputation, it's little wonder that high-net-worth individuals trusted him with their wealth. Until they began to get uneasy.
A Tiny State That Became the World's Diplomatic Capital
An incredibly rich country has transformed into a significant actor on the world stage, striving to mediate some of the most intractable disputes. Which factors are behind this unprecedented project?
A Inside Look at a President Preparing for Global Battle
Deeply unpopular at domestically, the French leader relishes the world stage, where he presents himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to manage a certain sitting US president. Seven years after their previous encounter, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the child of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with killing their two-week-old baby?
The Dismantling of a Major Development Organization: Far From Widespread Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent betrayal was not unexpected.
A Shocking Mid-Century Study on Indian Women
When details about a scientific experiment in the sixties came to light, there was widespread anxiety. But the precise nature of the events is still somewhat contested.
The "Genius" of the Attention Age
He's spent 24 hours in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and given away vast sums of cash to lucky participants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever entertainment – or acts of avant garde brilliance?
Life in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is facing the reality that their islands may soon cease to exist. The pressing issue is: Where are they going to go?
A Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Destitution
When I met a young boy he was 13 and without a home. I still thought his situation might change for the better. I was devastatingly wrong.
A International AI Race and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after living decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he may possess the answers to who prevails in the global technological rivalry.
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