Born By Fire: The Mysteries Of Glassmaking

A cinematic journey through the world of glass blowing, tracing its origins from ancient Mesopotamia to the present day where avant-garde artisans turn molten liquid into stunning works of art. From the old-world beauty of Lebanon to the kaleidoscopic wonder of Venice, BORN BY FIRE is an unforgettable journey into one of nature's most remarkable creations and its sacred link to humankind.

Quebec: A City In Layers

From fur-trading station to naval outpost, to the source of French pride or English conquest, Quebec City is somewhat of a chameleon, constantly transforming itself to reflect the ideology of the day. Through expert interviews, archival footage and a behind-the-scenes tour of the city’s most interesting and storied buildings, QUEBEC: A CITY IN LAYERS explores 400 years of architectural history and brings it to life.

Every Child Counts

In this uplifting documentary about the power of education, awareness and acceptance, join the children and families of a small island community as they endeavor to challenge the systemic prejudice and neglect focused on the learning-disabled children in their village.

Much Ado About Shakespeare

MUCH ADO ABOUT SHAKESPEARE follows Steven Wadlow, a window cleaner who believes that a painted portrait that has been hanging above his family’s television set for over half a century may be worth hundreds of millions of dollars. Over eleven years, Steven embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about the portrait, visiting some of the world’s top art institutions. The history of the painting suggests it could be a missing portrait of William Shakespeare that had been painted during his lifetime. Facial comparison software shows a striking resemblance to The Bard, more so than any known image. Despite the art world’s skepticism, Steven’s breakthrough comes in Paris, where a renowned expert, who has examined masterpieces like the Mona Lisa, confirms his discovery. This captivating film uncovers the mystery behind a painting that could rewrite history and change Steven’s life forever.

Day Job

Do you have the next billion-dollar business? Facebook, Instagram and Airbnb have set the bar high in the world of entrepreneurs, giving rise to legions of people trying to turn their brilliant ideas into the next big thing. DAY JOB explores the grueling process of three unique digital start-ups, all vying to be the next great billion-dollar business. Watch the real life stories of these teams as they experience the hardships and sacrifices entrepreneurs face to build their ideas during an intensive 12-week accelerator program funded by potential equity investors.

Design By Decade

Design defines culture and culture defines design. Stereos, chairs, lamps and even garbage bins can help trace the trajectory of a nation’s cultural growth. From mid-century Modernism to the eclectic designs of present-day, discover Canada’s stellar contributions to the world of design. Starting with the period after the First World War, DESIGN BY A DECADE reveals the exceptional stories behind the objects of everyday life.

Mr. Dressup: The Magic Of Make-Believe

An endearing documentary based on the life and career of legendary children’s entertainer Ernie Coombs—or, as he is more commonly known by millions of fans, Mr. Dressup. The documentary celebrates the origins and history of one of Canada’s most beloved CBC children's shows, Mr. Dressup, which enriched the lives of five generations.

Wings Over Water

As the glaciers retreated at the end of the last ice age, they left an astounding gift of connected rivers, lakes, and wetlands across North America. Today, these largely unknown waterways remain an oasis for a large variety of wildlife. WINGS OVER WATER, narrated by Michael Keaton, tells the compelling story of three amazing bird species—the Sandhill Crane, the Yellow Warbler, and the Mallard Duck—with extraordinary footage of their fascinating behaviors. All of them depend on the wetlands for their survival. This captivating film also introduces dedicated stewards of the land and scientists who understand the importance of this diverse and vital ecosystem for everyone. Watch the triumphs and challenges of these remarkable creatures that defy all odds and soar across mountains, deserts, cities and forests as they head home to raise their young.

Tales by Light

Driven by an insatiable desire to explore cultures, wildlife, and landscapes through the camera’s lens, extraordinary photographers blur the lines between science and art to show us our world in a new light. Viewers get to experience the challenges, successes, and elation as masters like culture photographer Art Wolfe, wildlife photographers Jonathan & Angela Scott, adventure photographer Krystle Wright, underwater photographer Eric Cheng, and more work to capture their unique perspectives and to push the limits of their craft.

Murder By Shark: The Birkenhead Disaster

Three tons of gold went missing the night 436 people died when the HMS Birkenhead unexpectedly slammed into a reef off the coast of the Western Cape of Africa, many of them being eaten by blood-thirsty sharks. What caused the ship to crash into the only rock in a well-known passage? Who knew about the gold hidden in the ship's hull? And why were hundreds of sharks following the ship in pursuit of their next meal? With the help of naval historians, shark scientists, and real treasure hunters, Murder By Shark sheds new light on a deadly conspiracy, the hard-wired thinking of sharks, and the search for three tons of missing gold.