PRoPHET OF EcSTASy
3 x 60’
The story follows Michael Clegg, a former Catholic priest turned drug kingpin, who popularizes MDMA (Ecstasy) in the 1980s, transforming youth and club culture while evading the DEA and federal authorities determined to shut down his burgeoning empire. Set against the backdrop of Reagan's War on Drugs, Clegg's journey explores his complex motivations—whether he aimed to awaken consciousness or simply sought wealth—while detailing the cultural revolution sparked by the drug and his eventual downfall. In co-operation with Fifth Season.
You Don’t Know Jack!
3 x 60’
"You Don’t Know Jack!" is a true crime series chronicling the rise and fall of Jack Idema, a self-proclaimed hero who conned the U.S. government and media by fabricating his exploits as a terrorist hunter post-9/11. Alongside his story is that of Penny Alessi, who fell for him during his media fame and endured a harrowing relationship marked by abuse, deception, and ultimately, her escape from his control after discovering his dark criminal activities.
HITCHCOCK UNHINGED
Feature Doc
"Hitchcock Unhinged" delves into the later years of Alfred Hitchcock's career, highlighting his struggles as he attempts to create a groundbreaking low-budget slasher film from the perspective of a serial killer, facing both personal and professional challenges. With access to extensive archives, the film aims to portray Hitchcock's complex relationships and the evolving film landscape of the 1960s, while incorporating innovative storytelling techniques from contemporary filmmakers to explore themes of power, sexuality, and cinema.
Split The Sky
Feature Doc
A 12 year-old girl’s chance encounter with Wayne Coyne and iconic band The Flaming Lips sparks an unlikely and extraordinary journey that sets her on the path to stardom, touching the lives of many along the way. When tragedy strikes, her family, helped by Wayne and others, follows the magical trail she left behind, uncovering the vibrant spirit and joy she wove into the fabric of everything.
YA DOn’T STOP: Hip-HOP and The Nba
Feature Doc
In YA DON’T STOP, a hip-hop or comedy legend hits the road to celebrate the wild and funny story of how rap and basketball rose up together – celebrating the beats, battles, and the NBA’s ultimate embrace of hip-hop as the soul of the game. Directed by Academy Award-nominated director Sam Pollard and Jason Pollard.
Tomba
Feature Doc
"Tomba" chronicles the extraordinary career of a champion skier who, between 1988 and 1998, became one of the most celebrated athletes in the world, known for his dramatic and unconventional racing style that often defied expectations. The narrative focuses on his compelling comeback during the 1994-95 ski season, where he overcame criticism after a disappointing Olympic performance to achieve an impressive victory in the Overall World Championship.
Yuja Wang
A cinematic journey inside pianist Yuja Wang's personal world as a daring artist at the top of her powers, playing by her own rules. Directed by Lorna Tucker (“Call Me Kate”; “Westwood. Punk. Icon. Activist.”). Co-production of Sky UK & Arte with SVT and NTR.
PRODUCED BY CARGO FILM & RELEASING
“Yuja Wang, Daredevil Pianist, Takes on a Musical Mount Everest” - NY Times
INspired with JULIAN LENNON
Join Julian Lennon as he travels the world to meet fearless artists and the places around the world that inspire them and their remarkable artistic achievements.
DIRECTED BY GUTO BARRA AND TATIANA ISSA
“Julian Lennon to Host Docu-Series on Making of Art.” - VARIETY
Road to signing day
Four top Texas high school senior football recruits navigate their road to national signing day, narrowing down 30+ offers to one commitment.
PRODUCED BY THINKBIG PRODUCTIONS AND CREAM PRODUCTIONS.
Bourbon Boom WITH CHACE CRAWFORD
A hosted, 6-part episodic documentary series that takes viewers on a boozy, but illuminating tour of an unprecedented event that’s unlikely to ever happen again: The Great American Bourbon Boom.
DIRECTED BY JOE VELLA AND PRODUCED BY BAYONET MEDIA
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