-
On Demand
Peter and the Wolf "The Making of..."
Break Thru Films
--RATED U(UK)--
This much-loved tale has resonated deeply with over five generations of children, enchanted by its power and sense of fun. This fantastical new version by prize-winning director Suzie Templeton. The film was made at the Oscar winning Se-Ma-For animation studios in Poland using cutting edge digital techiques. Whilst staying true to Prokofiev's classic story the film provides some 21st century twists and an environmental theme. The film's director, Suzie Templeton, has won over 30 international awards and a Best Animation BAFTA Award for her short film Dog.
-
On Demand
The Tube - Under Attack - Ep1
Espresso TV
On the 7th July 2005, terrorist bombs ripped apart the London Underground network. With footage shot on the day and moving testimonies from staff, this film shows the quiet heroism of the Underground workers who did more than was ever expected of them at the scenes of each attack.
-
On Demand
The Tube - Under Attack - Ep2
Espresso TV
After the bombings, London Underground staff have to get the Tube network up and running again. Passengers and staff are nervous, but LU are keen to get back to normal. Their determination is shaken but not deterred by another wave of attacks.
-
On Demand
Plane Facts - Episode 1
Espresso TV
Fast-paced series of documentary programmes, packed wth amazing aviation stories and facts. Explores hundreds of great plane facts, using archive material ranging from old biplanes to the latest international aerospace footage.This first episode includes segments on P 51 Mustangs, a new aircraft that will revolutionise intercontinental air travel and the story of the development of Valkyrie by the US military.
-
On Demand
Fighting the Blue - The Fighting Few
Espresso TV
Dowding was losing too many pilots and planes. Production of aircraft was up but Dowding was concerned for his "chicks"; he couldn't replace the mounting losses. There were no reserves - the Battle depended on 'The Few' that flew.
-
On Demand
Fighting the Blue - Fire in Their Hearts
Espresso TV
The RAF had won the battle for aerial supremacy by day. But by night, the outcome was far from certain. We look at the German development of bombing by night - Night Blitzes. We argue that this was still a part of the Battle for Britain, which continued until May 1941 - six months after the official end of the Battle.
-
On Demand
Fighting the Blue - A New Revolution
Espresso TV
We study the Germans' massive aerial attack that would finish off Dowding's RAF once and for all, Adler Tag, (Eagle Day, 13 August 1940) and how Fighter Command tried to repel such a huge show of force. Using CGI effects and listening to stories from pilots such as Squadron Leader George Bennions, we can experience what it was like to bale out of the a burning cockpit and experience close-up, the terror of a dog-fight between an RAF Spitfire and a German Messerschmitt.
-
On Demand
Restoration Classics
Espresso TV
Sea Hurricane - The Storm at Sea
Between 1936 and 1944, 14,231 Hawker Hurricanes were built of which about 20 remain. This is the story of the restoration of the oldest and rarest, the only surviving Sea Hurricane out of 700 converted during WWII. The film follows the painstaking 9 years, 9 months and 9 days restoration by a volunteer team at the Imperial War Museum to bring the plane back to flight. The story reveals rare WWII archive and interviews with the pilots who flew the RAF's most prolific fighter in the Battle of Britain.
-
On Demand
Fighting the Blue - Spirits in the Wind
Espresso TV
We look at the saviour of the Battle of Britain, Hugh Dowding, who was instrumental in structuring an entire air defence force that could take on the massive aerial might of the Luftwaffe. We argue that it was primarily Dowding who saved Britain from defeat against Hitler in 1940, only to be ignominiously humiliated at the end of the conflict.
-
On Demand
A Most Secret Service - Missions By Moonlight
Espresso TV
Hugh Verity was a night flight pilot in WWII until 1942 when he volunteered for RAF special duties and became involved in one of the most extraordinary and effective operations of the secret war - flying from England's Sussex coast in single-engined Lysander aircraft and landing in German occupied France delivering and collecting agents of the French Resistance in absolute secrecy - by the light of the moon. This is the story of those secret missions by moonlight.
-
On Demand
A Most Secret Service - Secret Songs
Espresso TV
"I was good at languages and I could sing songs". Between 1941-44 Diana Viscomtesse de Rosso moved in the shadowy world of secret agents and secret information as a private courier for two of the most powerful spymasters of WWII.
-
On Demand
A to Z of Flight - The Human Factor
Espresso TV
Man's attempts to fly higher and faster led to new challenges for aviation scientists and engineers throughout the world. Trying to match the often delicate tolerances of the human mind and body to the growing power and capability of the aircraft they were developing, led to the new science known as aviation medicine, which deals with the effects of flight on the human being.
-
On Demand
The Battle of Britain Part 3
Espresso TV
This is a story of human endeavour - a contest between the British and German air forces in the summer and autumn of 1940 which has become a defining moment in history. With unseen footage from the ground-breaking feature film 'Battle of Britain', this documentary series provides for the first time an unbiased account of those events, reliving those terrifying moments in the skies above Britain. This is a chronological account of a country preparing to defend itself against a rising empire marching its way across Europe, a force to be reckoned with.
-
On Demand
The Battle of Britain Part 2
Espresso TV
This is a story of human endeavour - a contest between the British and German air forces in the summer and autumn of 1940 which has become a defining moment in history. With unseen footage from the ground-breaking feature film 'Battle of Britain', this documentary series provides for the first time an unbiased account of those events, reliving those terrifying moments in the skies above Britain. This is a chronological account of a country preparing to defend itself against a rising empire marching its way across Europe, a force to be reckoned with.
-
On Demand
The Battle of Britain Part 1
Espresso TV
This is a story of human endeavour - a contest between the British and German air forces in the summer and autumn of 1940 which has become a defining moment in history. With unseen footage from the ground-breaking feature film 'Battle of Britain', this documentary series provides for the first time an unbiased account of those events, reliving those terrifying moments in the skies above Britain. This is a chronological account of a country preparing to defend itself against a rising empire marching its way across Europe, a force to be reckoned with.
-
On Demand
Far and Wide Episode 1
Espresso TV
We trek through magnificent Nepal and explore the surrounding area - we even take a flight over the Himalayas. Then its off to fish with Australia's highest profile fishing and travel writer, Steve Cooper. Steve tries fly fishing within Merimbula's extensive lake system with local fishing guide, Micha Adams. Overlooking the tranquil and idyllic beaches of the eastern shores of the Gulf of Thailand is Asia's second Hard Rock Hotel. It brings a unique style and first class entertainment to town!
-
On Demand
A to Z of Flight - British Military Aviation
Espresso TV
Some of the greatest advances in aviation technology took place at the RAE, Farnborough, one of the world's most successful aeronautical research establishments. This is an A to Z guide of some of the many successful and groundbreaking development - as well as the not-so-successful trials and tribulations that took place. The programme features some unusual and previously unreleased footage plus a rare interview with the famous former test pilot, Neville Duke.
-
On Demand
A Day to Remember
Espresso TV
This arts history programme explores the career and techniques of the artist Paul Day as he produces sculptures for the Battle of Britain monument situated the Victoria Embankment. The programme follows the project from conception through to its construction and subsequent unveiling by HRH the Prince of Wales. This programme is a unique and only record of the creation of this monument to freedom, ensuring the memory of this critical phase of our history is never forgotten.
-
On Demand
Spitfire - The Birth of a Legend
Espresso TV
The Spitfire remains in our minds to this day, the fighter aircraft that saved Britain from invasion and defeat. Spitfire tells the story of this legendary aircraft and how it achieved this reputation. Featuring interviews with Alex Henshaw, pre-war record-breaking flyer, as well as the pilots who flew and fought this celebrated aircraft in its finest hour against the Luftwaffe.
-
On Demand
Africa Goes Digital
Espresso TV
There is awareness in Africa that people in rural areas must be included in the digital revolution. The challenge is how to share Information and Communication Technology (ICT) developments with the whole country and ultimately the rest of the world. Countries in Africa, with the support of the UN Economic Commission for Africa, are using ICTs to provide education and health services, create competitive businesses and to build an inclusive and sustainable information society.
