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Tech Billionaires: Jeff Bezos

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Along with Google, Apple, Microsoft and Facebook, Amazon is one of the Big Five companies in the US tech industry. It has become one of the most influential companies in the world. In 2018, it surpassed 100 million subscribers worldwide. It took someone like Jeff Bezos to build the revolutionary business. The American audacious entrepreneur, one of the worlds’ richest business leaders…and founder of the giant tech company and world’s largest marketplace. As of February 2021, he was reported to be the second-richest person in the world, with an estimated worth of $185 billion, after Elon Musk. Today, the impact of online retail is greater than it’s ever been before. Amazon has defied the odds. After an extraordinary growth in size, influence and ambition, the multibillion-dollar empire revolutionised the industry. Jeff Bezos’ successful journey is one of a young ambitious man who forever changed the way we buy just about everything, by growing a tiny business from his home garage into one of the world’s most successful and influential company in modern history.

Tech Billionaires: Bill Gates

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Bill Gates, the extraordinarily successful American business leader and philanthropist. One of the best-known entrepreneurs, who started a business out of a tiny space and grew it into one of the most powerful companies in the world, Microsoft. The tech billionaire legend has estimated net worth of over $100 billion.After spending 13 years as world’s richest man, he now spends his time and energy on tackling global poverty, and dedicates his efforts in philanthropic endeavors such as climate change, global health and development, and education. Talented, driven, a bold achiever with a long term vision, determined to make a significant positive impact in the world by helping the poorest countries. In this show, follow the journey of one of the world’s greatest leaders, from his early days as a quiet computer programmer, to the multibillionaire philanthropist he has become today.Unlike many industries, the tech billionaire are mostly self-made. It is through their genius that they change the world. This series takes a look at some of the wealthiest entrepreneurs in the modern world, the tech billionaires Bill Gates, Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg and Jeff Bezos. They will be remembered in history as the most influential people of the 21st century.

The Sax Man

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The Sax Man tells the story of a beloved street musician, Maurice Reedus Jr. , and how this once rising star fell from the heights of the stage to the humility of the street. As he spends his later years longing for the good old days, Maurice receives a surprise opportunity to reunite with his old band to take to the stage one more time giving him one final shot to show who Maurice Reedus Jr. really is. . .

Live at Mister Kelly's

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The iconic Mister Kelly's bedazzled the country by launching superstars like Barbra Streisand, Richard Pryor, Bette Midler, and Steve Martin. It smashed color and gender barriers to put controversial voices on stage and transformed entertainment in America in the '50s, '60s, and '70s.

Bigorexia

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Bigorexia explores the physical and psychological depths of Muscle Dysmorphia through the eyes of five subjects in the bodybuilding industry. Featuring Zac Aynsley, Janae Kroc, Craig Golias, Kirill Tereshin, and Amazonka among others - Bigorexia uncovers the inner most details of how this widespread disorder changes every element of a person’s lifestyle and includes discussions with athletes, doctors, and scientists around the world.

I Remember Barbra

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Produced by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Kevin Burns in 1981, I Remember Barbra profiles the broad and lasting impact superstar Barbra Streisand has had on her former neighbors in Brooklyn, New York. But more than that, this candid, funny and often touching documentary offers canny insights into the unique nature of fame. Featuring interviews with teachers, former classmates, fans and even a celebrity look-alike, the film was an immediate hit with audiences and critics. It received the prestigious "Student Academy Award" for Documentary Achievement given by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and was chosen to screen at the 1984 Olympics by the American Film Institute.

We Came Home

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Born and raised in Los Angeles to a loving family that had never forgotten its Afghan roots, Ariana Delawari’s life is turned upside down after 9/11. When her parents move back to Kabul to help with reconstruction, Delawari spends a decade documenting their transition and her own awakening, through music, to her Afghan heritage. Delawari beautifully weaves together decades of her family story while recording her album, Lion of Panjshir, (released by David Lynch) with master musicians in post 9/11 Afghanistan. She welcomes the audience to "meet" many average Afghans - a far cry from the stereotypes most often seen in the media. The person who stands out above all and proffers hope against all odds is her father, Noor Delawari, the Governor of Afghanistan’s Central Bank. He inspires with his profound belief in his country.

Naked Ambition

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From the trailblazing naughtiness of Bettie Page to the pole-dancing craze of modern housewives, the continual mainstreaming of adult entertainment is undeniable. Now comes Naked Ambition from renowned celebrity photographer Michael Grecco that offers an unabashed peek under the silken covers of one of the few remaining concealed idiosyncrasies of pop culture, the multi-billion dollar porn industry. Naked Ambition takes the audience to a surreal setting where thousands travel each January - the Adult Video News Awards - charmingly sometimes called "the Oscars of Porn." Culling from two recent AVN awards shows and conventions, Grecco gained access backstage and in every other area of the four-day Las Vegas pornography extravaganza. The result is a unique look that captures artistic, revealingly human portraits of porn stars and filmmakers, both legends and literal newcomers. Along with human subjects, the documentary features provocative props, hardware, footwear, sex toys and gadgets used exclusively in the adult industry.

Morgan Spurlock Presents Freedom! The Movie

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From executive producer Morgan Spurlock comes this comedic and irreverent road trip with host Billy Wayne Davis whoís on a quest to discover what freedom really means to contemporary Americans throughout this great land of ours.

The Kingdom of Dreams and Madness

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While there have been numerous documentaries about Studio Ghibli made for television or for DVD features, no one had ever conceived of making a theatrical documentary feature about the famed animation studio. Yet that is precisely what filmmaker Mami Sunada set out to do in her first film since her acclaimed directorial debut, Death of a Japanese Salesman. With near-unfettered access inside the studio, Sunada follows the key personnel of Ghibli – director Hayao Miyazaki, producer Toshio Suzuki and the elusive “other” director, Isao Takahata – over the course of one year as the studio rushes to complete their two highly anticipated new films, Miyazaki’s The Wind Rises and Takahata’s The Tale of The Princess Kaguya. The result is a rare glimpse into the inner workings of one of the most celebrated animation studios in the world, and a portrait of their dreams, passion and dedication that borders on madness.

Thank You, Friends: Big Star’s Third Live… and More

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A celebration of the musical legacy of Memphis' best-known secret - Big Star - and their legendary Third album. Performed by a collective featuring members of Big Star, the dB's, Let's Active, the Old Ceremony, the Posies, R.E.M., Semisonic, Wilco, and Yo La Tengo with Kronos Quartet, Skylar Gudasz, Brett Harris, Robyn Hitchcock, Jessica Pratt, Luther Russell and others. Following the untimely death of Alex Chilton two days ahead of Big Star's planned SXSW performance in 2010, famous friends and fans came from far and wide to play the gig in his honor. Much of that spontaneous ensemble, along with other musical titans, return to the stage in this triumphant film.

I Can't Believe I'm Telling You This

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We live in a world where prostate cancer grips two thirds of men before the age of 80. Yet a culture of silence surrounds this uncomfortable disease. I Can't Believe I'm Telling You This charts a year in the life of three very different men dealing with prostate cancer, who have found strength and each other, online.

My Amityville Horror

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Watch while in theaters! A personal retelling of the infamous Amityville haunting that terrified an American family in 1975 and shocked a nation.

Music

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In the documentary film, MUSIC, Andrew Zuckerman – known for his intimate portraits of luminaries across a wide variety of fields – turns his incisive lens on over fifty eminent musicians, composers, and producers from rock, pop, hip-hop, classical, country, jazz, and more, who have made an impact on their genre, contributed to the larger conversation, and have a unique perspective on life. Shot in spare studio settings over the course of a year, the individual interviews place a sweeping cross-section of industry notables –including Ozzy Osbourne, Fiona Apple, Lenny Kravitz, Karen O, Yim Yames, Danny Elfman, Philip Glass, Ben Gibbard, and Herbie Hancock – in dialogue with one another as they attempt to explain the nuances of their field, the ambitions that drive them, the inspiration they draw from their chosen work, and the ineffable universality of the language of music.

Leap of Faith: William Friedkin on the Exorcist

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A lyrical and spiritual cinematic essay on The Exorcist, Leap of Faith explores the uncharted depths of William Friedkin’s mind’s eye, the nuances of his filmmaking process, and the mysteries of faith and fate that have shaped his life and filmography as told by the man himself.

Meryl Streep: The Winner Takes it All

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Meryl Streep. The most successful actress in the industry with many award nominations and wins. Best known for her legendary versatility. Often described as the best actress of her generation, Meryl Streep is one of the most determined actresses in film. She overcame many obstacles in life with personal loss and in her professional film career with rejection and inequality. She found herself labelled as an unconventional beauty by her determination grit and raw talent proved everybody wrong. In her own words she never gave up. She is a talented and adaptable actress who is able to portray a wide variety of roles including biographical, comedic and emotionally charged characters such as Julia Child, Donna Sheridan and Sophie Zawistowski. From her comedic roles like Madeline Ashton in Death Becomes Her to her more traditional roles like Sister Aloysius in Doubt, Meryl Streep has won the hearts of millions, making her an established name in Hollywood. How many more awards will Meryl Streep win? Will she continue to have the record breaking award collection in Hollywood? Will she always be the Winner to Take It All?

Visitors

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VISITORS is the fourth collaboration of director Godfrey Reggio and composer Philip Glass, now joined by filmmaker Jon Kane, and presented by the visionary Steven Soderbergh (Traffic, Contagion) advancing the film form pioneered by The Qatsi Trilogy (Koyaanisqatsi, Powaqqatsi, and Naqoyqatsi): the non-spoken narrative experience where each viewer’s response is radically different yet undeniably visceral. Comprised of only seventy-four shots, a series of human, animal and landscape portraits, VISITORS takes movie watchers on an emotional journey to the moon and back.

Bon Jovi: No End in Sight

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Jon Bon Jovi has personified rock stardom for 40 years. Having originally formed in New Jersey, hits like "Living on a Prayer" and "It's My Life" have contributed to more than 100 million records sold worldwide. Frontman Bon Jovi is also a philanthropist, spending time with the Soul Foundation which fights hunger.

CODumentary

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CODumentary tells an incredible story of how the video game Call of Duty grew into becoming one of the biggest global entertainment blockbuster franchises of all time. The documentary travels back through time and looks at how a single video game gained millions of fans around the world, broke numerous records and battled through the years to establish itself as one of the greatest video games of all time. Call of Duty arrived in 2003 and was produced by Infinity Ward,the games development studio founded by members of the team behind the award-winning WWII action title Medal of Honor. Featuring highly acclaimed cinematic graphics & storylines, Call of Duty faced strong competition in its early days from a host of similar high quality WWII games released between 2001 and 2006. In 2007 Infinity Ward made a giant stride forward with the launch of Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, bringing the franchise into a present day setting. The game was critically acclaimed by both it’s fans and media as the title took the multi-player competitive element to a whole new level through fast action innovative game-play design structure. Call of Duty faced many challenges over the years and has been no stranger to controversy. The film looks at how government officials raised their concern over the game’s content and what happened when two of its development studio bosses were sensationally fired by its parent company following a long spell of success. The competitive multi-player aspect of the game saw a rise in people forming teams in the early days which eventually grew into what is know today as professional Esports. Competitive Call of Duty gaming events attract global sponsors and fans who attend arenas and stadiums around the world to watch the best players pit their wits against one another in the quest to achieve glory and prize money. The film drills down into all areas of Esports, the teams, coaches, professional players, broadcasters and looks at what it takes to be become the best in the world. CODumentary is told by the game’s developers, fans, professional players & numerous experts who describe in rich detail what makes the game so special and why its been so successful from launch to the present day.

Killing John F. Kennedy

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John F Kennedy was one of America’s greatest presidents. He was thevoice of the people who was a natural public speaker and a cool calmfigure in front of the cameras. His influence helped push Americathrough the most dangerous moments of the cold war, diffusing whatcould have been world nuclear destruction. But in November 1963, hislife would come to a devastating end through the hands of anassassin. But who would kill one of the most popular presidents? Whywas he a target? Join us as we investigate the life and career ofJFK and ask the question…Who was really behind the killing of JFK?

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