DISCIPLES: THE CULT OF TB JOSHUA
Man of God? Or predatory cult leader? A ground-breaking investigation into the world famous televangelical preacher, TB Joshua, told by the people closest to him: his Disciples.
Episode 3: 1 x 60min documentary
Director: Charlie Northcott & Helen Spooner
Executive Producer: Monica Garnsey
BBC
Murder In Mayfair
In 2008, student Martine Vik Magnussen was killed after a night out. The only suspect, the son of a billionaire, fled the UK to Yemen. Reporter Nawal Al-Maghafi is determined to speak to him.
1 x 60min documentary
Reporter: Nawal Al-Maghafi
Director: Freddie Martin, Gard Andressen
Executive Producer: Monica Garnsey
BBC
If these walls could sing
For more than 90 years, Abbey Road Studios has been at the heart of the music industry. In this personal film of memory and discovery, Mary McCartney guides us through nine decades to see and experience the creative magic that makes it the most famous and longest-running studio in the world.
90min feature documentary
(Additional Editor)
Director: Mary McCartney
Producers: John Battsek, Miles Coleman, Sarah Thomson
Editor: Paul Carlin
Ventureland/Disney+
branson
Directed by Chris Smith (HBO's 100 Foot Wave), this docuseries examines the life and adventures of businessman Richard Branson sixteen days before his historic first flight into space. Blending insights from family members, business associates, and journalists with decades of archival and home video footage, the series unveils the man behind the many ventures and adventures.
3 x 60min & 1 x 90min documentary series
(Additional Editor)
Director: Chris Smith
Producer: Kate Noble
Editor: Paul Trewartha
Library Films/HBO
Against The Tides
The story of an extraordinary woman, marathon swimmer Beth French, attempting the world’s most extreme swimming challenge. Driven to be a role model for her autistic son, and by her battle with lifelong illness (ME), Beth confronts jellyfish, sharks, wild weather and reluctant skippers. But as her journey unfolds, dangers of the sea prove easier to conquer than upheavals of the heart.
90min feature documentary
Official Selection Sheffield Doc Fest
Director: Stefan Stuckert
Producer: Nick Read
Oceans 7 Films
Life at 50˚C
With 2021 set to be one of the hottest years on record, these films reveal how extreme temperatures around the world are wreaking havoc on nature, forcing climate migration, causing water shortages and triggering dangerous health conditions. By following people in ten countries, it also shows the resourcefulness and resilience of many communities as they struggle to adapt and survive.
2 x 60min documentary
Director: Namak Khoshnaw
Exec Producer: Monica Garnsey
BBC
underworld: slovenia
A thrilling adventure into one of the most significant ice caves in Europe. A team of expert cavers descend into Paradana, Slovenia’s largest ice cave. Using two different types of scanning technology, they measure the volume of ice, providing a baseline for scientists to measure the effects of climate change.
1 x 60min documentary
Director: George Pagliero
Off The Fence
Escape from Iran
In the mountains of Iraqi Kurdistan is the heavily guarded military base of Komala - the Revolutionary Party of Iranian Kurdistan. It's a magnet for young Iranian Kurds who risk everything to make the perilous trek from the Islamic Republic. The film follows a group of young men and women as they undergo three months of rigorous military training before qualifying as peshmerga - Kurdish guerrilla fighters.
60min documentary
Director: Namak Khoshnaw
Exec Producer: Tom Roberts
BBC
Worboys: The New Revelations
The film reveals how one of Britain’s most prolific serial rapists managed to slip through the police net for so many years before his eventual arrest. Worboys drugged, raped and sexually assaulted more than 100 victims in the back on his black cab between 2000 and 2008. When the Parole Board moved to release him after 10 years behind bars, his victims bravely campaigned to keep him locked up.
90min documentary
Director: Ali Naushahi
Exec Producer: Mike Warner
October Films for Channel 5
London Lockdown
London Lockdown portrays London's Arabic-speaking community during the coronavirus crisis. It follows six characters facing stark choices – whether they should put their lives on hold, or help those in need, by drawing on their personal experiences of crisis and conflict.
60min documentary
Director: Namak Khoshnaw
Exec Producer: Tom Roberts
BBC
Ref: Stories from the weekend
Featuring the most in-depth look ever taken at the world of referees, REF follows the men and women in close up, from top flight of The Premiere League to Sunday morning games in rowdy parks around the country.
60min documentary
Director: Daryl Goodrich
Producers: Grant Best & Tom Watt
BT Sport Films
Baghdad Cop
Unprecedented access into Baghdad’s police force reveals the extraordinary life of Major Aziz Nasser, trouble-shooter for Baghdad’s Chief of Police. Decades of bloodshed have left the region’s infrastructure in ruins. In the midst of it all is Major Aziz Nasser, an idealist who’s trying to restore the police’s battered reputation admits the violent turmoil of social collapse.
60min documentary
Director: Namak Khoshnaw
Exec Producer: Tom Roberts
BBC
Highgate: Inside Stories
Shot over one year, this film takes an in-depth look at life for the children and teachers at Highgate School in North London.
95min documentary
Director: Richard Hill
Producer: Suzanne Friend
Tapestry Pictures
An explosive action drama set against the backdrop of the London Riots 2011. When shopkeeper Reg's store is attacked by a gang of armed youths, he decides to fight back. What follows is an intimate but dramatic tale of justice, retribution, family ties and the call of the wild.
22min drama short
Director: Benedict Sanderson
Producer: Mimi Poskitt
Pelepo Films
Kung Fu Darling
An action short featuring martial arts, choreographed by Joey Ansah.
4min drama short
Director & Producer: Benedict Sanderson
Pelepo Films