Tuesday April 16 @ 10pm ET&PT
Keepers of the Magic celebrates the breathtaking cinematic images that have transfixed audiences around the world. This ground-breaking documentary explores our fascination with moving images and provides insight into how cinema’s most iconic moments came to be. Most of all, it honours the great masters of cinematography, unsung heroes whose vision and talent was always right before our eye.
History in the Making *Canadian broadcast premiere
Wednesday April 17 @ 9pm & 9:30pm ET&PT
In each 30-minute episode, History in the Making will vividly present the process – using the original techniques – in the recreation of three items: a tool, a weapon, a machine or a vehicle of historical importance. Combining the joy of discovering how things are made with the fascinating historical facts that surround them; this is the show that reveals History in the Making.
For more information or to watch the trailer, click here.
Design Canada *Canadian broadcast premiere
Friday April 19 @ 9:pm ET&PT
A story never told. Until now. Through the lens of graphic design, Design Canada follows the transformation of a nation from a colonial outpost to a vibrant and multicultural society. The biggest question we ask ourselves as a country is “what makes us Canadian?” What defines a national identity, is it an anthem? A flag? Is it a logo or icon? How do these elements shape who we are? In the 1960s and 1970s, these questions were answered by an innovative group of Canadian designers, who used design to unify the nation.
For more information or to watch the trailer, click here.
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Blurred Lines: Inside the Art World *Canadian English broadcast premiere
Friday April 26 @ 9:pm ET&PT
Blurred Lines: Inside the Art World lifts the curtain on the provocative contemporary art scene, a glamorous and cutthroat game of genius versus commerce. Featuring insider accounts from the most influential and powerful players in the industry, audiences will hear from renowned artists such as Julian Schnabel and Marina Abramovic, experts from prominent museums like MoMA and art fairs like Art Basel, insiders at Sotheby’s and Christie’s, and leading gallerists.
For more information or to watch the trailer, click here.
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Beyond the Spectrum *documentary Channel premiere
Sunday April 28 @ 9:pm ET&PT
Oskar’s Story takes us into both the complicated story of autism as well as the story of parents trying to figure out a path forward. What makes Oskar’s parents so special is that, from the very beginning, they believed that there was more to treating autism than simply eliminating so-called ‘autistic behaviours.’ For example, in the sample scenes included with this report, we see Carly and Stef trying to figure out why Oskar almost compulsively wipes his saliva on the surfaces around him. While they would like to stop this behaviour, they believe first and foremost that it should be understood as a clue. They suspect he is actually gaining some sort of visual feedback that is important to him in some way, and this could be a key to understanding and meeting Oskar’s needs in a more profound way.
For more information or to watch the trailer, click here.
Devout and Out
Thursday, April 18 at 10:00 a.m. ET on CBC Gem and the CBC Docs Youtube channel
This 3-part series follows openly queer individuals who have chosen to become or remain a leader in the Church, despite the trauma the Christian community has inflicted. Documenting their journeys in navigating their sexuality, identity, faith and the Church institution. We hear stories about their past and how they challenge the status quo today. These individuals are pushing boundaries, breaking barriers and challenging both secular and religious expectations of what it means to be living faithfully today.
Watch episode one: https://vimeo.com/
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Take Me To Prom
Wednesday, May 1, 2019 on theCBC Gemstreaming service and cbc.ca/cbcshortdocs
Queer Canadians look back at their prom nights. Take Me To Prom invites audiences to revisit an iconic adolescent milestone while telling a story of social change that spans more than sixty years. The documentary features seven interview subjects ranging in age from 17 to 88.
Watch the screener: https://vimeo.com/
The Move, season two (8-part docuseries)
All eight episodes will be available to stream Monday, April 29, 2019 on theCBC Gemstreaming service
The Canadian Screen Award-nominated series returns with eight of Canada’s most dynamic choreographers and the incredible stories of what makes them dance. Each episode is a showcase of signature dance styles, personal stories and explorations of why these celebrated artists continue to move despite the obstacles on their path. With deeply insightful interviews and original choreography, this series not only expands our movement vocabulary, but also illuminates how dance can connect us in a way that no other artform can.
Watch episode one: https://vimeo.com/
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Uncover: The Village, (9-part series)
Episode 4 is available Tuesday, April 16, running weekly until Tuesday, May 14 on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, the CBC Radio app or cbc.ca/uncover.
Listen to episodes 1-3 here.
The nine-part original series is hosted by investigative journalist Justin Ling, who has covered the investigation into Toronto’s missing and Bruce McArthur for the past 5 years. Police are now re-opening dozens of unsolved murders from the Village, dating back to 1975.