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Media
Unscripted television is staging a comeback. From Dutch voyeurism to South Korean social experiments, a bold new generation of format producers is chasing the next global phenomenon.
True stories
Founders of film distributor Dogwoof, Anna Godas and Andy Whittaker transformed what audiences expect from documentaries. With a keen eye for factual thrills, they’ve now turned to production to find the next real-life drama.
Tales from the front
The battle for Mosul has brought a wave of journalists to Erbil. With the combat zone a taxi ride away, war has created a new frontline economy in the Kurdish city.
Paper stocks
In a world of sliding newspaper sales, Rome daily ‘La Repubblica’ offers a beacon of hope for printed media.
Our top story
With its meticulous approach to international coverage, ‘Tagesschau’ is the western world’s most successful news programme. We meet the team and cast an eye to the future of this German institution.
Making a killing
Danish television has long led in dark, thrilling drama. New series ‘Below the Surface’ looks set to be its new global export. We visit the set of this latest Nordic noir hit.
The conversation
We’re all guilty of texting instead of calling. But a growing movement is encouraging people to press the off button and brush up their skills in the art of debate and discussion.
Life’s a pitch
As one of Mexico’s leading advertising directors, Raúl Cardós took a leap into the unknown when he decided to strike out on his own. Luckily his efforts have paid dividends.
Distant concerns
In Canada’s far-flung communities the established media can seem distant, out of touch and even irrelevant. We take a look at some of the independent media outlets covering the country’s more isolated corners.
