As we consider the previous year, a curated list of remarkable feature-length pieces shines. These accounts probe multifaceted topics from political machinations and historical revelations to profoundly personal sagas.
The Enigmatic Author and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
An author became known in the post-Soviet era with biting critiques on autocratic rule. Whereas many of his writer contemporaries have faced censorship or left the country, he still sell millions of books. It raises a pertinent query: Has the author become an supporter for the establishment?
Survival and Complicity in Syria's Brutal Civil War
The tale of a young man, who at 18 was informed that his sole route out of prison was to enlist in the regime forces. After fourteen long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may still cost him his life.
A Fierce Dispute Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The finding of ancient remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was heralded as completely rewriting the history of our human race. But, a faction was in agreement. The ensuing intense argument has dominated the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A UK Cult That Hid in the Open
One woman was only a child when her household became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the appalling breadth of mistreatment it had carried out.
The Leader's Unexpected Stance on International Law
Many supporters anticipated that the prime minister would reaffirm the UK's dedication to human rights. Yet, the performance over the past year has been curiously mixed.
Breaking a Nation's Myth
A film following a repentant fraudster as she records unscrupulous clients with covert recording raises complex questions: Is this person genuinely changed, and is the director's true intentions?
A Man Who Cleans the UK's Darkest Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, Ben Giles has witnessed – and dealt with – everything. In their darkest moments, individuals rely on him to restore normalcy.
Can an Famous Museum Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by debates over its collection, precarious funding and the discovery of an insider theft, Britain's leading museum is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it repair its standing?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Torture of Severe Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has long been without an consistent treatment remedy – up until potentially now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A militant extremist and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. Now, his teachings permeate the highest echelons of the state.
An British Professional With a Crooked Secret
With his brilliant mind and impeccable credentials, it's no surprise that wealthy individuals entrusted him with their assets. Until they started to become uneasy.
The Tiny State That Emerged as the Global Diplomatic Hub
An incredibly rich country has risen as a significant actor on the world stage, attempting to broker peace in some of the most long-standing disputes. Which factors are driving this unprecedented endeavor?
An Inside Look at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle
Deeply disliked at domestically, President Macron thrives on the international arena, where he projects himself as the leader uniquely positioned to deal with a particular former American leader. 7 years after their previous encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with killing their two-week-old baby?
The Dismantling of a Major Aid Agency: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to dismantle a major US aid agency, many around the globe were surprised. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest disappointment was not unforeseen.
The Disturbing 1960s Experiment on Indian Mothers
When information about a scientific study in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread anxiety. But the exact truth of what happened remains partially shrouded.
A "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's spent a full day in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and given away huge sums of money to selected participants. But are these stunts simply very clever clickbait – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Rising Seas
With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's people is grappling with the possibility that their islands may soon be submerged. The urgent issue is: To where are they going to go?
A Sorrowful Story of Youth Homelessness
As I met a young boy he was 13 and without a home. I still thought his situation could change for the better. I was sadly misplaced.
A International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Defection
In 2020, after spending half his life in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Today, he could hold the secret to which nation wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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