Playlist
Today, infertile couples can benefit from gamete donations. This film shows the journey of couples desiring children within a CECOS (Centre for the Study of Human Reproduction) that performs these donations.
Through a journey across the world with the greatest mathematicians, including Cédric Villani (Fields Medal 2010), Jean-Pierre Bourguignon, and Robert Bryant, this film tells us how mathematics has revolutionized our world, for the better… and sometimes for the worse.
Made in 1982 by Armenian filmmaker Artavazd Pelechian, Our Century is a timeless film made of archival footage from the entire previous century. The film is not written in a narrative mode but resembles a meditation on space exploration, humanity's obsession with excess, and its instinctive vocation for colonization and the occupation of worlds. The faces of astronauts defeated by weightlessness, war images, monumental explosions, the first lunar shots, the burning sun, strange experiments... Everything evokes the disaster that never ceases to come.
The oceans play a central role in regulating the climate. This film offers a breathtaking dive into the deep blue with oceanographers, biologists, and physicists trying to understand the workings of this gigantic machine.
They are mathematicians, physicists, philosophers… All have come to speak about someone who, at one point or another in their lives, was an inspirer, a trigger, or a companion: Henri Poincaré, perhaps one of the greatest scientists of all time.
Discover in an intimate and humorous way the life cycle of this mollusk, from its odyssey in the ocean depths to its arrival on our plates.
Belgium has decriminalized medical euthanasia, Switzerland allows assisted suicide, and France is developing a practice of palliative care.
160 students from Sciences-Po Paris reenact the Copenhagen international climate conference, which was a failure in 2009. Will the aspiring negotiators manage to save the climate? A unique experiment organized by scientists.
On October 15, 2012, Austrian Felix Baumgartner jumps from a space capsule to break the world record for free fall and, most importantly, break the sound barrier. Behind this 4-minute and 19-second jump, we discover four years of preparation.
Our planet is lit 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We are completely dependent on light and always want more. But is it without consequence? Turn everything off! Let's venture into the dark side of light in search of answers.
Our society keeps telling us that we are free. And we are convinced of it. Yet social psychology tells us otherwise. This film traces the history of this little-known discipline and the social issues arising from its discoveries.
The intensive use of depleted uranium-based weapons has had unforeseen and dramatic effects on civilians and military personnel. This film offers a better understanding of the situation and its stakes through field investigations.
A new look at the New York megacity: observe nature in the city, find the "wild." Discover how humans recreate nature and how this can change the face of the city, not just for today but for the next 50 years.
Pleurotus ostreatus, Trichoderma reesei... names impossible to pronounce or remember. Yet these fungi might be at the heart of tomorrow's technological innovations! Reforestation, pollution control, no field seems beyond their reach.
On its return from the Barbary Coast in 1664, the ship La Lune sank off Toulon. Under pressure from the Sun King and his entourage, this ship was quickly forgotten... Like an underwater Pompeii, the wreck was the subject of an exceptional archaeological investigation.
How to assess the prospects of recovery for a comatose patient? Two poignant stories illustrate today's scientific approaches. An exploration of human consciousness at the boundaries of medicine, technology, and philosophy.
Here is the story of a hotspot, born in India 65 million years ago. First a killer of dinosaurs, a refuge for marine creatures, or a paradise for humans, this stone monster ignores continental drift and turns into volcanoes with a thousand faces.
The cone toxin is so powerful it can kill a fish in seconds. Yet, scientists use this mollusk to produce certain medications. A story of a revolution in the treatment of pain and neurological diseases.
What if you were allowed to have only one child and had the option of selecting its genes? Would you choose for a natural or a designer baby? Every day new technologies are bringing us closer a brave new world of enhanced human beings 2.0…. What kind of world will that be? The documentary DNA Dreams features a new generation of scientists at BGI, China's leading genomics research institute. The film follows 18-year-old scientist Zhao Bowen, who wants to find the genetic basis of intelligence by analyzing the DNA of 2,000 highly gifted children. At BGI's cloning lab, 25-year-old Lin Lin produces pigs in all shapes and sizes. Deeply in love with her work, she feels "like a mother" to the piglets that are conceived under her microscope.
They rose up without warning and began their march forward. They travel by night, sometimes by day. Their progress seems unstoppable, their victory inevitable. These are real conquering armies that destroy everything in their path...
Between 1990 and 2003, our virtual world produced 5 million gigabytes of data. In 2011, it took 48 hours to generate that same amount. In 2013, it takes only 10 minutes. What are the energy consequences of such production?
There is a valley in Ecuador where certain individuals seem immune to diseases. What is their particularity? They are very small. Small size, big mystery: by what mechanisms are they protected? The answer could revolutionize research.
What are the hidden forces behind the creation of icebergs? Why are they so numerous? A team of scientists is trying to answer these questions and takes us into the heart of Greenland's glaciers, deep into the iceberg mystery.
Every year, humans dump 6 million tons of plastic into the sea. What are the consequences of this pollution? Oceanographer Markus Eriksen sails the South Pacific to find one of the ocean vortices where plastics concentrate.
Mars is on the brink of colonization. Our robots are already there to scout and prepare the terrain. When will humans arrive? Will we discover extraterrestrial life? Scientists are unanimous: Mars is the new frontier for life.
How do we live in space? Combining NASA archive footage and anonymous astronaut voices, this contemplative film reveals the daily lives of mission teams in space and expresses their feelings, from awe to doubt.
Across the world, let's dive into the heart of the hives to discover the world of bees and their relationship with humans. A similar phenomenon repeats everywhere: their abnormal death. What are the causes? Can we imagine a world without bees?
Increasing crop yields and introducing climate-change-resistant seeds aim to ensure global food security. But for Paraguayan farmers and the environment, the long-term consequences are considerable.
The Ross Sea is the last ocean preserved from human activity. Scientists are studying it to understand marine ecosystem functions. However, the Antarctic toothfish fishing, highly prized by gourmets, threatens this wild sea.
A thousand macaques have lived isolated on a small Caribbean island since a scientist introduced them there 75 years ago for study. Between clan wars and solidarity, a society has formed, for better or for worse.
We follow a team of archaeologists discovering the oldest submerged city ever found. Fascinating remains allow a detailed reconstruction of the site's history and its inhabitants' way of life over time.
But who are teenagers? Why do they do what they do? It seems that their brains are more logical and powerful than we thought… This documentary offers an in-depth look at the adolescent brain to try to understand its complexity.
The giant squid has always been one of the greatest mysteries of the deep sea. It inspires fear and curiosity. Scientists have finally managed to film it at more than 1,000 meters deep. Let yourself be captivated by this mysterious creature.
A fascinating tale where women from around the world try to overcome their illiteracy to become solar engineers. A 6-month training in India, far from their families and countries, to bring light back to their remote village.
Lithium is everywhere: in our phones, cars, and computers. Its extraction is growing daily. The largest lithium reserves on the planet are in South America's salt deserts. A highly coveted wealth...
What do scientists staying at the International Space Station see? Answer in this captivating documentary that follows the work of a unique Japanese filmmaker-astronaut! Exceptional footage from space.
In Austria, in a completely enclosed park, 40 monkeys live. Laboratory chimpanzees who were victims of AIDS experiments. Traumatised, aggressive, disturbed. When captive monkeys learn to become free monkeys. A unique rehabilitation project.
Insults erupt wherever people meet, confront, and clash. From the media to schoolyards, from political arenas to football supporters, it is a linguistic barometer revealing taboos, tensions, and societal norms.
Pain, when it becomes chronic, carries with it a great deal of suffering. It becomes necessary to find alternative solutions tailored to each patient. A story of therapy where the relationship between patient and caregiver is crucial.
THE END OF TIME is a cinematic experience from visionary filmmaker Peter Mettler which explores our perception of time.
Visionary filmmaker Peter Mettler takes on the elusive subject of time, and once again seeks to film the unfilmable on a journey that takes him to a particle accelerator in Switzerland and lava flows in Hawaii, disintegrating inner-city Detroit and a Hindu funeral rite near the place of Buddha's enlightenment. Mettler dares to dream the movie of the future while also immersing us in the wonder of the everyday.
This docufiction tells the story of Hugo, an autistic piano virtuoso, trying to integrate into the world of neurotypicals, the "normal" people. It traces the history of this disability and, with gripping testimonies, attempts to explain the enigma of autism.
New Zealand is a land of science and adventure. Its landscapes tell a story, the one that gives rise to its beauty and diversity. Scientists are trying to decipher it by traveling through some of the most remote regions of the country.
The elephant is endangered. But in Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe, the species is far from extinct. The relationships between the animal, humans, and wildlife are at the heart of the concerns of the scientific teams followed by Mathieu Vidard.
On Earth for 215 million years, the turtle survived the dinosaurs. But will it survive the current climate changes? This film invites us on an extraordinary journey through the territories where different species live, all around the world.
In 1783, for the first time, a balloon rises before stunned spectators. On board, Pilâtre de Rozier and the Marquis d'Arlandes. From then on, the world of aviation was forever changed. But who were the true inventors of this flying machine?
One of the great political events of the 20th century, this film tells the story of the Partition of India, exploring its causes and consequences. Through powerful, heartbreaking testimonies, the film brings us into the lives of its victims and perpetrators.
Love, intimacy, self-care, and a unique romantic relationship take center stage in this exploration of the Japanese concept of "kintsugi," a traditional art form of repairing broken pottery that involves filling cracks with gold.
It's said that "history is written by the victors." But this film uncovers the untold stories of the defeated, including those of the people affected by political and social upheavals.
The new humanism film series delves into today's greatest human rights issues, including gender inequality, race discrimination, and the evolution of the global justice system, showcasing both the progress and struggles that persist.
The universe is larger than we could ever imagine, and with modern technology, scientists are on the edge of revealing its greatest mysteries.
In the wild, some of the most extraordinary animal behaviors have been observed, from migration patterns to social structures, with a surprising amount of intelligence being demonstrated.
One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind. The journey to the moon has sparked curiosity and innovation, and the film documents the challenges and triumphs of the Apollo missions.
The deep oceans remain one of the last unexplored frontiers of Earth. This film documents the pioneering deep-sea research missions uncovering life forms beyond our wildest expectations.
Technology in space exploration is advancing rapidly, with new plans to establish colonies on the Moon and Mars. This documentary highlights the role of international collaborations in achieving this ambitious goal.
As the planet faces environmental challenges, scientists are focusing on sustainable solutions to preserve biodiversity and prevent ecosystem collapse. This film examines the urgent need for global environmental reform.