Highlights
The extraordinary life of Suzanne Lenglen
Suzanne Lenglen remains one of the greatest tennis players of all time. In addition to her exploits on the court, she contributed to women’s emancipation.
She left an indelible mark on her sport, winning 250 tournaments, including 83 without losing a single game, three Olympic medals, and six Wimbledon titles. She lost just seven matches in her career.
In addition to this exceptional record, she was an icon of feminism, a talented writer, and the ambassador of high-fashion maestro Jean Patou.
MYSTERIOUS HOLY LAND [52’]
The secrets of the fourth monotheist faith
The Holy Land, the stage of the greatest episodes of the Bible, is a territory of legendary and fascinating stories.
Situated between Lebanon, Jordan, and Egypt, it is home to enigmatic places and breathtaking natural landscapes.
In the hidden caves of Qumran, an archaeological site in the West Bank, ancient manuscripts reveal their secrets.
THE NAKED WORLD [10x48’]
Cultural perspectives on the body
Why is our body the object of so much controversy? Why do some cultures have a more open approach to nudity than others?
This series answers these questions as we travel around the world to meet some colorful characters.
ECHOES OF HISTORY [72x26’]
Events that shaped the countries of the Mediterranean
This series looks back at the historical events that shaped the Mediterranean countries in the 20th century through the deeds of emblematic characters.
Rare archival footage combined with in-depth historical analysis sheds new light on the leaders, conflicts, and revolutions that have shaken the Mediterranean basin in the not-so-distant past.
DESTINIES [4x52’]
The memorable characters of History
Some lives are synonymous with times long past, and recounting them is to bring these worlds back to life.
This series retraces the destinies of the greatest historical figures and takes us back to the eras they left their mark on.
PHU QUOC, THE PEARL OF VIETNAM [52’]
An episode from the series
FLAVORS
Situated South-East of the Gulf of Thailand and facing Cambodia, Phu Quoc is, in fact, a Vietnamese island.
Thanks to its beauty, Phu Quoc is a first-choice destination. Long preserved and protected, it has remained authentic with its fishermen, Nuoc-Mam, pepper, and, more recently, its pearl culture.
All this gives the island the image of an eternal Vietnam that can address the future while preserving its soul.
ALENTEJO, THE AUTHENTIC PORTUGAL [52’]
An episode from the series
FLAVORS
With its cork-oak-covered plains, medieval villages, and still-wild coastline, the Alentejo region harbors a deeply rooted cultural identity.
This journey explores unique traditions such as rice growing in Comporta, winemaking in earthenware jars, and the polyphonic singing of the Cante Alentejano.
A captivating portrait of a land where authenticity is second nature.
THE LAST CONVOY [52’]
The moving story of French-resistance women fighters deported to Auschwitz
They were mothers, daughters, members of the Resistance, communists for the most part, whose only "crime" was to have risen against the Nazis.
These 230 anonymous heroines, forgotten by history, were deported one morning in January 1943 in a convoy known as the "31000" in reference to the number tattooed on their arms. They made up the only non-Jewish French train sent to Auschwitz-Birkenau. From this journey to hell, only 49 returned.
Without women, the Internal Resistance could never have existed, yet they were quickly forgotten, history having only remembered the men's fight.
BRUCE WILLIS, BROKEN HERO [52’]
An icon brought down by disease
In 2023, Bruce Willis was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, a dramatic outcome for an actor who has built such an extensive body of work that he can't be easily pigeon-holed. From comedy to action films, his unconventional choices have turned Hollywood's conventions on their head.
Driven by challenge and curiosity, Bruce Willis has consistently topped the box office and has always been able to bounce back after enduring criticism and setbacks.
Yet, his condition might be the one setback he cannot overcome.
UMA THURMAN, HOLLYWOOD'S SILENT WARRIOR [52’]
An independent cinema icon
Uma Thurman first made a name for herself in roles of false ingenue before becoming an independent cinema icon and then a standard-bearer of women's revenge.
Here's a look back at this warrior's journey, which has not been without wounds.
LIFE IN THE TIME OF… [6x52’]
Backstage of History
Each episode in this series immerses us in the everyday life of a bygone era.
The stories revolve around the adventures of fictional characters who remain true to historical reality, set in emblematic locations of their time.
SPILLOVER, PLANET OF VIRUSES [90’]
Fighting the future pandemics
Covid-19 has officially claimed at least six million lives so far. Yet, researchers predict that this could be just the beginning, as at least 10,000 other viruses can potentially infect humans.
However, to date, these pathogens have only been able to reproduce in animal hosts. Species extinction directly triggers epidemics, making the fight for more biodiversity an absolute necessity.
Fearless virus hunters are on the frontline in Malaysia, Cambodia, Congo, and Europe to protect the world from another pandemic.