Movies and TvShows featuring "public-television" theme.

A summary of the day’s national and international news, using renowned experts to provide in-depth analysis. Each weekend broadcast contains original, in-depth field reporting on topics including education, healthcare, the economy, energy, science and technology, religion, finance and the arts.

PBS NewsHour is a long-running news program that offers comprehensive reporting and analysis of current events, politics, and public affairs in the United States. With a focus on American politics, the show features interviews, news reports, and expert analysis from trusted journalists and commentators.

A United States daily progressive, nonprofit, independently syndicated program of news, analysis, and opinion.

The New Yankee Workshop is a woodworking program produced by WGBH Boston, which aired on PBS. Created in 1989 by Russell Morash, the program is hosted by Norm Abram, a regular fixture on Morash's This Old House. The series aired for 21 seasons before broadcasting its final episode on June 27, 2009.

Hosted by Joanne Clendining, Maryland Farm & Harvest takes viewers around the state to see and experience what it's like to run a 21st century farm – from technological advances and conservation challenges to age-old complications such as weather hardships. MF&H also captures the number one reason why planters and growers dedicate themselves to it all: their simple love of farming.

In Jacques Pépin Fast Food My Way, the man who taught millions of Americans how to cook shares the techniques he honed in the most famous kitchens of the world to show you how to create simple, special meals in minutes.

In May 1974, Valéry Giscard d'Estaing became President of the Republic and wanted to bring about a new era of modernity. One of his first decisions was to break up the ORTF with the creation of three new television channels: TF1, Antenne 2 and FR3. Three new public channels but autonomous and competing. It is a race for the audience which is engaged then, and from now on the channels will make the war! This competition will give birth to a real golden age for television programs, with variety shows in the forefront. The stars of the song are going to invade the living rooms of the French for their biggest pleasure. This unedited documentary tells the story of the metamorphosis of this television of the early 1970s, between freedom of tone, scandals, political intrigues and programs that have become mythical.

Chronicles the journeys of broadcasters, educators and filmmakers who believed television could inspire a lifelong love of reading.

Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street tells the story of how a group of visionaries worked together to create a groundbreaking children's television show that would change the landscape of education and entertainment. Through interviews, archive footage, and behind-the-scenes footage, the documentary explores the origins of Sesame Street and its impact on children's television and popular culture.

A student's increasingly intimate line of questioning causes his interview with a local horror host to take a vulnerable turn.

The King is the story of Graham Kennedy, Australia's first and greatest home grown TV superstar. It traces his rise from working class Balaclava kid, through radio, TV, film, and back to TV again. It also tracks Kennedy's personal tragedies - the loneliness, the unrealised ambitions and the terrible pressures of being Australia's first homegrown superstar in the 1950s and 60s.

"Impressões" rescues the history of the Brazilian press since 1808, when the "Correio Brasiliense" clandestinely reached Rio de Janeiro after being edited in London by Hipólito José da Costa, and spans until 1986. It's the first documentary to depict the history of the Brazilian journalistic press.

Manufacturing Ignorance is a thought-provoking documentary that delves into the dark underbelly of industries such as tobacco, pesticides, and social media. It exposes the tactics used by these industries to deceive the public and highlights the consequences of their actions. From the manipulation of scientific studies to the spread of fake news, this film uncovers the disturbing truth behind the manufacturing of ignorance.

Bob Ross: The Happy Painter is a documentary that explores the life and legacy of Bob Ross, the beloved art teacher and painter. Through interviews and archival footage, the film reveals the man behind the iconic TV show, 'The Joy of Painting', and his unwavering positivity in teaching the world the joy of art. From his humble beginnings to his rise to fame, Bob Ross's unique style and calming voice continue to inspire generations of artists.

A college English professor, Charlie Thurber, struggles to secure tenure at an university due to his odd behavior and absurd research interests. Along the way, he finds love, faces rejection, and deals with the challenges of academic politics.

Einstein's Big Idea is a documentary film that explores the revolutionary discoveries and theories of Albert Einstein, including the famous equation E=mc² and the theory of relativity. Through reenactments and interviews with leading scientists, this film delves into the world of physics, uncovering the secrets of the universe and the fundamental principles that govern it.

The Source is a biographical documentary that tells the story of a gay writer and poet. It explores his life, including his struggles with his sexuality and his contributions to literature. The film also delves into the counterculture of the 1950s and features interviews with the writer and archival footage. A must-watch for anyone interested in the life and works of this influential poet.

House Calls is a comedy movie released in 1978. It follows the story of a womanizer doctor and a divorced woman who work together at a hospital. The movie explores their unique relationship, filled with hilarious situations and unexpected romance. As they navigate the challenges of their personal lives and the pressures of their profession, they discover a deep connection that changes their lives forever.

Kulenkampffs Schuhe (2018) is a documentary film that explores the life and career of Hans-Joachim Kulenkampff, a well-known German television host. The film delves into Kulenkampff's contributions to the entertainment industry, his role in post-World War II Germany, and his impact on public television. It also touches upon sensitive topics such as the Holocaust and the historical context of the 1960s.