Upon look back on the previous year, a assortment of outstanding feature-length pieces stands out. These narratives explore complex themes including geopolitical intrigue and historical revelations to deeply personal stories.
The Enigmatic Writer and the Soul of a Nation
An author rose to fame in the post-Soviet era with biting commentaries on authoritarianism. While many of his literary contemporaries have faced censorship or fled the nation, he continues to move millions of copies. It raises a pertinent query: Has the author turned into an defender for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Conflict
The story of a young man, who at 18 was informed that his only path to escape incarceration was to enlist in the regime military. Following 14 years, his past as one of Assad's soldiers could now cost him his life.
A Fierce Argument Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The discovery of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was hailed as fundamentally re-writing the history of our human race. But, some scholars was convinced. The ensuing intense argument has taken over the lives of researchers ever since.
The British Cult That Hid in the Open
One woman was just a child when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the disturbing extent of mistreatment it had carried out.
The Prime Minister's Curious Record on Human Rights
A great many supporters expected that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the the nation's dedication to human rights. Yet, the performance over the past year has been strikingly ambiguous.
Shattering a Country's Identity
A film featuring a remorseful con artist as she records corrupt clients with covert recording raises complex questions: Is this person genuinely reformed, and is the filmmaker's own intentions?
The Person Who Cleans Britain's Darkest Scenes
From homicide sites to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and cleaned – everything. In their most challenging hours, individuals turn to him to restore order.
Can an Iconic Institution Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by restitution claims, precarious finances and the revelation of an internal thief, the UK's number one museum is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Can it salvage its reputation?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Extreme Condition
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries been without an effective treatment end – up until potentially now.
A Spectre of Radicalism in Contemporary Politics
A militant fanatic and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. Today, his ideology influence the highest echelons of government.
The English Professional With a Crooked Secret
With his brilliant intellect and flawless reputation, it's understandable that high-net-worth clients entrusted him with their fortunes. Until they began to get wary.
A Small State That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Center
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has risen as a key player on the international scene, striving to mediate some of the most intractable disputes. Which factors are driving this ambitious endeavor?
An Inside View at a President Preparing for Global Battle
Extremely disliked at domestically, the French leader relishes the world stage, where he positions himself as the statesman most equipped to manage a particular sitting American leader. 7 years after their last meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for battle.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Case
How did the child of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her companion, charged with killing their newborn baby?
An Dismantling of a Major Aid Organization: Not Universal Regret
When efforts were made to wind down a prominent aid agency, many around the world were shocked. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest betrayal was not unforeseen.
The Unethical Mid-Century Study on Indian Women
When information about a scientific experiment in the sixties became public, there was immense anxiety. But the exact nature of what happened remains partially unclear.
The "Master" of the Attention Economy
He's spent a full day in a vat of goo, two days underground – and distributed huge sums of cash to selected contestants. But are these stunts simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is confronting the possibility that their homeland may soon be submerged. The critical question is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
A Tragic Story of Youth Homelessness
When I met Craig he was 13 and without a home. Even then believed his situation could change for the better. I was sadly wrong.
A International AI Race and a Key Move
In 2020, after spending half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he could hold the answers to who prevails in the global AI race.
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