UnREAL is a dramatic comedy that takes viewers into the unpredictable world of reality television. With a focus on a fictional dating show, the series explores the behind-the-scenes chaos and manipulation that goes on to create engaging and entertaining television.
"Street Cents," a teen-centered newsmagazine aired on CBC Television from 1989 to 2006, stood out for its focus on consumer and media awareness for young viewers. Created by producer John Nowlan and inspired by Britain's "Pocket Money," the series garnered critical acclaim, winning Gemini Awards and an International Emmy for Best Youth Programming. Ad-free like CBC's Marketplace, it prioritized unbiased critique of products and services, promoting safety, ethics, and youth empowerment. Despite its lauded inclusivity, the show ended in October 2006 due to declining teen viewership, leaving CBC-TV without youth-targeted programming.
In the midst of a zombie epidemic, a group of survivors, including a traffic reporter and his girlfriend, take shelter in a secluded shopping mall to escape the hordes of undead. As tensions rise and resources dwindle, they must navigate the perils of the mall while fending off the flesh-eating zombies. Will they be able to survive in this post-apocalyptic world?
This documentary is hosted by William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy and they take us through the history of Trek. We also get to see bloopers from the original series and the current space program and how progression has been in reality, hosted by LeVar Burton.
In Ju-on: The Grudge 2, a terrifying curse continues to wreak havoc on a Japanese family, bringing supernatural horror and vengeful spirits to their doorstep. As the family struggles to survive amidst the relentless haunting, dark secrets and hidden connections to the curse are revealed.
Showrunners: The Art of Running a TV Show is a documentary that delves into the creative and logistical complexities of running a television series. It offers an inside look at the lives of showrunners, the decision-makers who oversee every aspect of a TV show's production.
This jaw-dropping documentary goes behind the scenes of America's most controversial talk show to expose its biggest scandals, both on- and off-camera.
Pierre Carles questions the privatization of the leading French televisions channel : is it not scandalous that the TFI-Bouygues concession has been automatically renewed since 1987 ? Taking up the anti-television fight he initiated with "Pas vu Pas pris", his first film, he confronts the people responsible for the news who have always avoided tackling this taboo subject. But the investigation does not go as planned : the old dinosaurs and young guardians now how to handle this media critic. To find his "fighting spirit" again, Carles calls to arms his friends and changes methods : Henceforth, no more concessions !
The TV Set is a comedy-drama film that follows a TV show writer as he navigates the challenges and pitfalls of the television industry. As he develops a new sitcom pilot, he faces obstacles such as meddling network executives, demanding producers, and the pressure to compromise his artistic vision. Along the way, he must also deal with personal issues, including his wife's pregnancy and a friend's funeral. The film highlights the struggles and absurdities that occur behind the scenes in the creation of a TV show, providing a satirical look at the entertainment industry.
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.
A strange signal from Earth draws the TARDIS to the island of Lanzarote, where Turlough rescues a young American girl, Peri, from drowning. Among her possessions is an artefact bearing an alien symbol - the same triangular mark that Turlough has branded into his arm. The mystery deepens when Kamelion falls under the control of a powerful mind, and the TARDIS travels to the volcanic world of Sarn. As Turlough is forced to face his past, the Fifth Doctor must stop his oldest enemy from harnessing the revitalising powers of Numismaton gas...
Cinema Verite is a drama film that provides a glimpse into the making of the groundbreaking documentary series 'An American Family'. Set in 1971, the movie explores the personal and professional lives of the Loud family, who were filmed for seven months by a camera crew. As the family's lives unfold onscreen, tensions arise, secrets are revealed, and their relationships face strain.
Hans, a German director, is in Madrid to film a television production about the capital and the Civil War, 50 years after it occurred. Accompanied by Lucía, his editor, and Goyo, his cinematographer, he films shots of the modern city, searching for spaces and people related to its past. At the same time, he views materials related to the past. In this search, Hans questions the point of his project, and disagrees with his producers until he discovers a project that he is passionate about.
Palermo, Sicily, Italy, 2017. Twenty-five years after the murders of anti-mafia judges Giovanni Falcone, on May 23, 1992, and Paolo Borsellino, on July 19, 1992; and on the occasion of the tributes held in memory of both heroes, skeptical photographer Letizia Battaglia, chronicler of their titanic combat, criticizes the opportunism of shady characters who, like businessman Ciccio Mira, profit from the commemoration of both tragedies.
A cooking show comedy that follows the queen of food porn, Monica Flawsom as she heads to the colony and attempts to redeem her reputation after scandalous footage of the celebrity chef is leaked.
Nurse Betty tells the story of a waitress named Betty who witnesses her husband's murder. Traumatized, she becomes obsessed with a soap opera and believes that one of the characters is in love with her. In a delusional state, she sets off on a road trip to find the fictional soap opera star, with two hitmen and a police officer in pursuit. Along the way, Betty's obsession leads to comedic and dramatic encounters, revealing the fragility of her mental state and the impact of trauma on her life.
Underemployed and reeling from a recent miscarriage, a comedy writer's life is getting less funny by the minute. When she lands a meeting that could turn it all around she has to choose: tell the truth or go for the laugh? A poignant comedy based on a true story.
When a female detective's ex-boyfriend goes missing, she becomes entangled in a complex case involving serial murders, dead bodies, and a dance academy with a secret life. As she delves deeper into the investigation, she discovers shocking secrets about her ex-boyfriend and a connection to a TV production company. With the help of her police colleagues, she must uncover the truth behind the false online identity and video footage that could solve the case.
In Monopoly (1996), a media tycoon runs a political campaign in a bid to gain a television monopoly. The movie explores themes of corruption, abuse of power, and the influence of the media. With satire and comedy, it showcases the absurdity of the TV industry and the lengths people will go to achieve their goals.