A South Korean temple stay was transformative. Three serene nuns shared ancient Buddhist wisdom for our modern world. They revealed a profound truth: balanced eating is the foundational key. This simple discipline nurtures our physical health, calms our mind, and crucially, protects our planet. I...

We explore the complex world of snakes. Feared for their venom, they are also revered symbols of wisdom and health. This journey uncovers their fascinating behaviors, deep cultural significance, and the true reasons behind our deep-seated fears, separating myth from reality.

Last year, 53,000 NZ women sought refuge from abuse, often fleeing with nothing. Tam was one, escaping a violent partner. But arriving at the safehouse, a simple, unexpected gesture changed everything, offering not just safety, but a new beginning and hope for her future.

Trapped by love for their pets: 53% of abuse victims stay in violent homes, fearing their animals will be harmed if they leave. With many refuges unable to accommodate pets, these beloved family members become a heartbreaking barrier to safety, tragically caught in the cycle of violence.

Research shows victims of childhood abuse are twice as likely to enter an abusive relationship as adults. Lima, who once rejected her Samoan roots to escape her past, found strength in her faith. It gave her the power to forgive and the courage to share her powerful story of survival and healing.

In New Zealand, nine women are killed annually by a partner or ex. Debbs, a near-victim, shares her story to expose "coercive control"—the insidious pattern of exploitative, dominating behavior used to imprison women in relationships. Her testimony illuminates this critical warning sign of abuse.

Rainbow community members face intimate partner violence (IPV) at more than twice the rate of their straight peers. Sandra shares her personal story, highlighting unique challenges like barriers to support and societal stigma that exacerbate this hidden crisis.

Over half a million Kiwis suffer from family violence annually, a cycle often passed through generations. But Wiremy's story is one of hope. With his parents' love and support, he courageously broke this cycle, forging a new, peaceful legacy for his family.

Stalking isn't a crime in NZ, despite 15% of global cases ending in homicide. Tina was stalked by her ex-husband for over three years. She shares her story to demand a law change, urging for stalking to be defined as an offence in the Crimes Act.

In New Zealand, police respond to a family violence incident every 5.5 minutes. At the Police College, Jude is crucial to frontline training. To build understanding and empathy in future officers, she implements a program where she bravely shares her own traumatic life story with recruits. Her po...

This documentary realistically examines our constant screen connection, focusing on social media and smartphones. It also explores high-consumption TV and video game use. The film reveals the profound consequences of our digital lives and technology's pervasive influence on modern society.

"UNSEEN follows three women, their stories punctuated by three births. Exploring Slovakia and Denmark's birthing realities, the film reveals Melody, Stella, and Lucia's experiences. It opens the door to understanding birth trauma's complexity and the urgent need to reform healthcare and societal ...

Across the Global South, local leaders are rejecting the "white saviour" model. They're dismantling neo-colonial aid agendas and confronting their inherent racism. Instead, communities are seizing control. Through home-grown initiatives and campaigns, they are designing and leading their own sust...

In Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, Aisha, an Indigenous girl, resists the pressures of a colonial education system. She seeks alternative forms of learning, reconnecting with her culture to find strength and identity. This journey empowers her to navigate the world on her own terms.

In an Indian orphanage, this short documentary reveals eight children. With great humanity, it shows how they carry the seeds of "everyday superheroes" within them, proving extraordinary potential exists in the most ordinary of places.

A mother and daughter climb a mountain, grappling with a past the mother has long suppressed. The daughter was sexually abused by her stepfather. Now, she seeks answers, needing to understand why her mother never saw the truth and failed to protect her.

In the Executioner’s Shadow examines the death penalty's profound moral conflicts. A former executioner nearly kills an innocent man; a bombing victim wrestles with the concept of justice; and grieving parents fight to spare their daughter's killer. This powerful film forces viewers to confront t...

Dr. Boudewijn Chabot, a founder of Dutch euthanasia, warns it's now "out of hand," especially for psychiatric patients. He cites a "worrisome culture shift" where cost pressures and "doctor shopping" threaten vulnerable individuals, risking decisions made for the wrong, even sinister, reasons.

Lizards do it. Fish, too. The animal world reveals why play is serious business. Through experiments and observation, "The Power of Play" uncovers a surprising truth. Scientists worldwide offer compelling proof that play is no frivolity. It’s a powerful force, making animals—and humans—smarter, h...

In 2017, Petter (24) is stopped from ending his life. His friend Sverre suggests a film project to help him heal. With a camera, they hit Oslo's streets to learn how other troubled souls cope. By documenting their destructive patterns, Petter confronts his own. This begins a bumpy therapeutic jou...

Immortality was once science fiction. Now, AI and robotics experts say it's imminent. This documentary explores the cutting edge of tech, asking: what is the human mind's essence? Can we replicate it? More unsettling: could we meet our own superior, immortal clones?

If a pill could make you smarter, sharper, and boost your memory, would you take it? This isn't science fiction. We're on the verge of over-the-counter "smart drugs" called Nootropics. Already globally popular in workplaces and at parties, they promise enhanced performance. But society is only ju...

"Gun Shot Wound" examines America's gun violence epidemic through a public health lens, seen via trauma surgeons. With 318 people shot daily, the film reveals the reality of "routine" violence beyond mass shootings. It showcases how physicians and hospital-based intervention programs are not only...