Understanding the Surge - the documentary The Surge: the Untold Story provides a historical account of U.S. military operations in Iraq during the Surge of forces during 2007 and 2008. This documentary offers audiences a unique look into the real story of the Surge in Iraq, as told by U.S. military commanders and diplomats as well as Iraqis.
What makes this different from other stories you may have heard about the Surge? Audiences will watch never-before-seen interviews from high profile figures like General David Petraeus, General Raymond Odierno, and Ambassador Ryan Crocker. This documentary reveals the personalities of this generation of U.S. military leaders and explains how they successfully implemented a counter-insurgency campaign in Iraq that brought the country back from the brink of civil war and catastrophe.
At War
- documentary trailer Documentary filmmaker, Scott Kesterson, began his career as an embedded journalist
with the Army National Guard 41st brigade in Afghanistan. The one year he spent with
troops brought the world an inside look at the forces of war in places few had
seen before.
His combat footage, aired on both Frontline and the Canadian Broadcasting Corp.
and through the internet, has been viewed worldwide creating an iconic image of a
war that only those who have been there could know.
Brothers at War ... an intimate portrait of an American family during a turbulent time. Jake Rademacher sets out to understand the experience, sacrifice, and motivation of his two brothers serving in Iraq. The film follows Jake's exploits as he risks everything—including his life—to tell his brothers' story. Often humorous, but sometimes downright lethal, BROTHERS AT WAR is a remarkable journey where Jake embeds with four combat units in Iraq.
Olin J. Stephens – Simply Brilliant Olin J. Stephens II, America's preeminent yacht designer of the 20th century, is widely recognized as the most respected, admired and accomplished yacht designer of the 20th century. Stephens once said, "I was lucky: I had a goal. As far back as I can remember, I wanted to design fast boats." And this is exactly what he did. On November 11,1929, the 21-year-old Stephens joined forces with well-known yacht broker Drake Sparkman and Sparkman & Stephens, Inc. was formed. The naval architecture and yacht design firm's first major design – a yacht named Dorade -- won the much-publicized 1931 Trans-Atlantic Race. She then went on to win the 1936 TransPac, finishing first in class and first overall. A new era of yacht design had begun. He went on to design many of the most revered 12-Meters that raced in the America's Cup, including Columbia, Constellation, Freedom, Intrepid and Courageous. In 1993, Stephens' and his winning designs were honored when he was inducted into the America's Cup Hall of Fame. Stephens designed more than 2,000 boats throughout his career, many of which still grace the water today. After eight decades of brilliant work, he has left a lasting impact on the maritime community. His numerous designs, contributions and commitment to the worlds of yacht racing and cruising are cherished, as is he.
Life On Ice This documentary film focuses on the animal life that survives in this harsh arctic climates at the edge of the ice - from the simple algae to narwhals, polar bears, sea birds, seals, whales and walruses.
Cries from the Deep This documentary records the journey undertaken by Jacques Cousteau, his 24-member team, and an NFB film crew to explore the Grand Banks of Newfoundland, one of the world's richest fishing areas. They discover shipwrecks, film icebergs and observe beluga whales, humpback whales and harp seals. The film also includes a fascinating sequence showing Calypso divers freeing a calf whale entrapped in a fishing net.
Who Killed the Maya?
The 11th Hour Narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio, this captivating documentary explores the perilous state of our planet, and the means by which we can change our course. Contributing to this crucial film are noted politicians, scientists and other ambassadors for the importance of a universal ecological consciousness. The 11th Hour is directed by Nadia Connors and Leila Conners Peterson and features narration from Academy Award® Nominee Leonardo DiCaprio (The Departed, Blood Diamond). The environmentally friendly DVD packaging is produced with 100% certified renewable resources. A portion of the profits will be donated to Global Green.
Ancient Astronauts (part 1 of 2) Some historians comment on the evidence for ancient aliens and UFO's.
