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The Bells of Chernobyl
produced by Tele Images International (New York, NY: Filmakers Library, 2000), 55 mins
This fast paced and chilling story of the Chernobyl disaster, pieced together from eyewitness accounts and historic film footage, shows a cover up of epic proportions. April 26, 1986 marked the day of no return for the residents of Pripyat, just north of Kiev. It was here that Units 3 and 4 of the nuclear reactor...
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produced by Tele Images International (New York, NY: Filmakers Library, 2000), 55 mins
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This fast paced and chilling story of the Chernobyl disaster, pieced together from eyewitness accounts and historic film footage, shows a cover up of epic proportions. April 26, 1986 marked the day of no return for the residents of Pripyat, just north of Kiev. It was here that Units 3 and 4 of the nuclear reactor of Chernobyl exploded, spewing radiation as far as Scandinavia and Japan. It was here that the dangers were kept from the residents, wh...
This fast paced and chilling story of the Chernobyl disaster, pieced together from eyewitness accounts and historic film footage, shows a cover up of epic proportions. April 26, 1986 marked the day of no return for the residents of Pripyat, just north of Kiev. It was here that Units 3 and 4 of the nuclear reactor of Chernobyl exploded, spewing radiation as far as Scandinavia and Japan. It was here that the dangers were kept from the residents, who witnessed "outsiders in strange suits" with geiger counters come to "clean up" the plant. It was days before the government decided to evacuate the population, telling the residents they would return shortly. Pripyat is still uninhabitable. This was the biggest disaster of the industrial age. More radiation was unleashed than at Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Vegetation, cattle, milk, and even firewood was, and continues to be, contaminated all over Belorus and Russia. A whole generation is growing up surrounded by sickness and death. As the spectre of failing nuclear reactors looms large, especially in the former Soviet Union, this film will forever be a chilling reminder of the potential for disaster. High School College Adult
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Field of Study
Science
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Tele Images International
Date Published / Released
2000
Publisher
Filmakers Library
Topic / Theme
Chernobyl Disaster, Explosives, Accidents (Physical health), Engineering, Science
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2000. Used by permission of Filmakers Library. All rights reserved.
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Catalyst, Series 12, Episode 28, Radiation 101
produced by Graham Phillips, fl. 1984-2012, in Catalyst, Series 12, Episode 28 (Sydney, New South Wales: ABC Commercial, 2011), 7 mins
This video focuses on determining safe levels of radiation. Radiation is around us in both natural and artificial forms including dangerous types of radiation in the form of alpha particles, and increased levels of cosmic radiation in planes, radon gas, and medical x-rays. To maintain a safe level of radiation we...
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produced by Graham Phillips, fl. 1984-2012, in Catalyst, Series 12, Episode 28 (Sydney, New South Wales: ABC Commercial, 2011), 7 mins
Description
This video focuses on determining safe levels of radiation. Radiation is around us in both natural and artificial forms including dangerous types of radiation in the form of alpha particles, and increased levels of cosmic radiation in planes, radon gas, and medical x-rays. To maintain a safe level of radiation we should keep both artificial and natural exposure to radiation as low as possible.
Field of Study
Science
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Graham Phillips, fl. 1984-2012
Date Published / Released
2011
Publisher
ABC Commercial
Series
Catalyst
Speaker / Narrator
Rick Tinker, Peter Karamoskos, Graham Phillips, fl. 1984-2012
Person Discussed
Rick Tinker, Peter Karamoskos
Topic / Theme
Environmental testing, Health, Environment, Engineering
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011 by ABC Commercial
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Horizon, Season 19, Episode 19, Hard Rock
produced by Robin Brightwell, fl. 1976-1996, in Horizon, Season 19, Episode 19 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 1983), 50 mins
This documentary, produced by Robin Brightwell, shows footage from the construction of the Severn Trent water tunnel.
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produced by Robin Brightwell, fl. 1976-1996, in Horizon, Season 19, Episode 19 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 1983), 50 mins
Description
This documentary, produced by Robin Brightwell, shows footage from the construction of the Severn Trent water tunnel.
Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Robin Brightwell, fl. 1976-1996, Colin Blakely, 1930-1987
Date Published / Released
1983
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Horizon
Speaker / Narrator
Colin Blakely, 1930-1987
Topic / Theme
Tunnels, Civil engineering, Construction, Underground construction, Engineering, Science
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2012 BBC Worldwide
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Horizon, Season 23, Episode 18, Aircrash - The Burning Issue
produced by Alec Nisbett, fl. 1980-1989, British Broadcasting Corporation, in Horizon, Season 23, Episode 18 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 1987), 50 mins
This documentary examines the fire hazards present in commercial airliners, specifically those in British Airtours Flight 28M. With fire (and smoke inhalation) being the single greatest risk during a plane crash, the stakes for understanding fire dynamics have never been higher.
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produced by Alec Nisbett, fl. 1980-1989, British Broadcasting Corporation, in Horizon, Season 23, Episode 18 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 1987), 50 mins
Description
This documentary examines the fire hazards present in commercial airliners, specifically those in British Airtours Flight 28M. With fire (and smoke inhalation) being the single greatest risk during a plane crash, the stakes for understanding fire dynamics have never been higher.
Field of Study
Science
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Alec Nisbett, fl. 1980-1989, British Broadcasting Corporation, Paul Vaughan, 1925-2014
Date Published / Released
1987
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Horizon
Speaker / Narrator
Paul Vaughan, 1925-2014
Topic / Theme
Saudia Flight 163, British Airtours Flight 28M, Aerospace engineering, Engineering, Science
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011 BBC Worldwide
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Horizon, Season 53, Episode 7, Antarctica: Ice Station Rescue
directed by Natalie Hewit, fl. 2012; produced by Natalie Hewit, fl. 2012, British Broadcasting Corporation, in Horizon, Season 53, Episode 7 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2017), 57 mins
Britain’s state-of-the-art Antarctic research base – the Halley VI – is in trouble. It sits on top of a massive ice shelf. But a huge chasm is opening in the ice. If the base isn’t moved, it could be cast adrift – and ultimately sink to the bottom of the Southern Ocean. Horizon follows the team of around...
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directed by Natalie Hewit, fl. 2012; produced by Natalie Hewit, fl. 2012, British Broadcasting Corporation, in Horizon, Season 53, Episode 7 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2017), 57 mins
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Britain’s state-of-the-art Antarctic research base – the Halley VI – is in trouble. It sits on top of a massive ice shelf. But a huge chasm is opening in the ice. If the base isn’t moved, it could be cast adrift – and ultimately sink to the bottom of the Southern Ocean. Horizon follows the team of around 100 everyday heroes tasked with the toughest moving job on Earth. The rescue mission has one thing in its favour: Halley was built on...
Britain’s state-of-the-art Antarctic research base – the Halley VI – is in trouble. It sits on top of a massive ice shelf. But a huge chasm is opening in the ice. If the base isn’t moved, it could be cast adrift – and ultimately sink to the bottom of the Southern Ocean. Horizon follows the team of around 100 everyday heroes tasked with the toughest moving job on Earth. The rescue mission has one thing in its favour: Halley was built on a giant set of skis that mean it can, in theory, be moved. But no-one has attempted it before. Join the team in the most extreme environment on Earth, as they take an extraordinary step into the unknown.
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Field of Study
Science
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Natalie Hewit, fl. 2012, British Broadcasting Corporation
Author / Creator
Natalie Hewit, fl. 2012
Date Published / Released
2017
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Horizon
Speaker / Narrator
Natalie Hewit, fl. 2012
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2017 BBC Worldwide
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Horizon, Season 53, Episode 9, 10 Things You Need To Know About the Future
directed by Peter Leonard, fl. 1990; presented by James Young, fl. 2016, Giles Yeo, 1973-, Zoe Williams, 1980-, Adam Rutherford, 1975-, Michael Mosley, 1957-, Teena Gade, fl. 2006, Kevin Fong, 1971-, Helen Czerski, 1978- and Hannah Fry, 1984-; produced by Peter Leonard, fl. 1990, British Broadcasting Corporation and Open University, in Horizon, Season 53, Episode 9 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2017), 56 mins
Over the last 50 years, the world has changed beyond recognition. In the 1950s some of the most common jobs were secretary, milkman and plumber. Today it’s more like account manager, solicitor and teacher. What will the world be like in another 50 years? What jobs will we be doing? What differences will we see i...
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directed by Peter Leonard, fl. 1990; presented by James Young, fl. 2016, Giles Yeo, 1973-, Zoe Williams, 1980-, Adam Rutherford, 1975-, Michael Mosley, 1957-, Teena Gade, fl. 2006, Kevin Fong, 1971-, Helen Czerski, 1978- and Hannah Fry, 1984-; produced by Peter Leonard, fl. 1990, British Broadcasting Corporation and Open University, in Horizon, Season 53, Episode 9 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2017), 56 mins
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Over the last 50 years, the world has changed beyond recognition. In the 1950s some of the most common jobs were secretary, milkman and plumber. Today it’s more like account manager, solicitor and teacher. What will the world be like in another 50 years? What jobs will we be doing? What differences will we see in the world around us? Horizon reveals 10 things you need to know about the future. Using the latest scientific discoveries and insight...
Over the last 50 years, the world has changed beyond recognition. In the 1950s some of the most common jobs were secretary, milkman and plumber. Today it’s more like account manager, solicitor and teacher. What will the world be like in another 50 years? What jobs will we be doing? What differences will we see in the world around us? Horizon reveals 10 things you need to know about the future. Using the latest scientific discoveries and insights, the team discover what our world will look like in the year 2050.
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Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Peter Leonard, fl. 1990, British Broadcasting Corporation, Open University
Author / Creator
Peter Leonard, fl. 1990, James Young, fl. 2016, Giles Yeo, 1973-, Zoe Williams, 1980-, Adam Rutherford, 1975-, Michael Mosley, 1957-, Teena Gade, fl. 2006, Kevin Fong, 1971-, Helen Czerski, 1978-, Hannah Fry, 1984-
Date Published / Released
2017
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Horizon
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2017 BBC Worldwide
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How Did They Build That, 9, Concrete
directed by Ben Anthony, fl. 2014; produced by Paul Murray, in How Did They Build That, 9 (London, England: TVF International, 1998), 26 mins
An investigation into the greatest man-made structures of all time, exploring how new materials and construction techniques have allowed engineers, builders and architects to work to the limits of their ability. The series focuses on the buildings that re-wrote the rulebook, and the architects, engineers and build...
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directed by Ben Anthony, fl. 2014; produced by Paul Murray, in How Did They Build That, 9 (London, England: TVF International, 1998), 26 mins
Description
An investigation into the greatest man-made structures of all time, exploring how new materials and construction techniques have allowed engineers, builders and architects to work to the limits of their ability. The series focuses on the buildings that re-wrote the rulebook, and the architects, engineers and builders who made the impossible possible.
Field of Study
Science
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Paul Murray
Author / Creator
Ben Anthony, fl. 2014
Date Published / Released
1998
Publisher
TVF International
Series
How Did They Build That
Speaker / Narrator
Scott Steedman
Person Discussed
Scott Steedman
Topic / Theme
Buildings, Construction, Science, Art & Architecture
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011. Used by permission of TVF International.
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Inside Sellafield
directed by Ian Fisher; produced by Ian Fisher (London, England: TVF International, 1996), 58 mins
Controversy surrounds the British nuclear site at Sellafield. Punctuated by crisis after crisis, including a series of disastrous leaks, operational inadequacies and management cover-ups, the true story is told for the first time by a former company director.
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directed by Ian Fisher; produced by Ian Fisher (London, England: TVF International, 1996), 58 mins
Description
Controversy surrounds the British nuclear site at Sellafield. Punctuated by crisis after crisis, including a series of disastrous leaks, operational inadequacies and management cover-ups, the true story is told for the first time by a former company director.
Field of Study
Science
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Ian Fisher, Veronika Hyks, 1951-
Author / Creator
Ian Fisher
Date Published / Released
1996
Publisher
TVF International
Speaker / Narrator
Veronika Hyks, 1951-
Topic / Theme
Business failures, Energy industry, Science
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011. Used by permission of TVF International.
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Lavender Lake: Brooklyn's Gowanus Canal
directed by Alison Prete; produced by Rough on Rats Productions (New York, NY: Filmakers Library, 2001), 54 mins
South Brooklyn's Gowanus Canal, opened in 1866, was once hailed as one of the shortest and most important waterways in the world. It was also known as one of the world's dirtiest. Its putrid, perfumed airs were highly recommended for head colds. After one hundred thirty years of raw sewage, toxic sludge, dumped co...
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directed by Alison Prete; produced by Rough on Rats Productions (New York, NY: Filmakers Library, 2001), 54 mins
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South Brooklyn's Gowanus Canal, opened in 1866, was once hailed as one of the shortest and most important waterways in the world. It was also known as one of the world's dirtiest. Its putrid, perfumed airs were highly recommended for head colds. After one hundred thirty years of raw sewage, toxic sludge, dumped corpses and drowned dogs, the community continues to fight to clean up the Gowanus.Lavender Lake looks at what the promise of a new envir...
South Brooklyn's Gowanus Canal, opened in 1866, was once hailed as one of the shortest and most important waterways in the world. It was also known as one of the world's dirtiest. Its putrid, perfumed airs were highly recommended for head colds. After one hundred thirty years of raw sewage, toxic sludge, dumped corpses and drowned dogs, the community continues to fight to clean up the Gowanus.Lavender Lake looks at what the promise of a new environment means to those who live and work in the Gowanus area: the funeral director has fought for decades for his vision of a Venice in Brooklyn; the environmentalist attempts to re-introduce oysters to the canal; the physicist working to turn the canal into a test site for transforming toxic sludge into kitchen tiles; the cops who fish a suitcase out full of body parts. Weaving together their stories with the past three years of progress and delays to flush out the canal, the documentary captures a blighted urban space of astonishing physical beauty at a critical moment of change. It shows a community dreaming and battling over a new and suddenly desirable urban landscape. Can a group of visionary citizens reclaim the waterway and build a viable neighborhood that is also a mecca for travelers? High School Adult
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Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Rough on Rats Productions
Author / Creator
Alison Prete
Date Published / Released
2001
Publisher
Filmakers Library
Topic / Theme
Water pollution, Canals, Environment, Cities, Farm buildings, Science
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2001. Used by permission of Filmakers Library. All rights reserved.
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The New Inventors, The New Inventors, Series 2, Episode 41
directed by Stewart Burchmore, fl. 2005; presented by James O'Loghlin, 1966-; produced by Sophia Zachariou, fl. 2005, in The New Inventors (Sydney, New South Wales: ABC Commercial, 2013), 27 mins
This documentary, directed by Stewart Burchmore, is about presenting three new inventions to a panel of judges and selecting a winner.
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directed by Stewart Burchmore, fl. 2005; presented by James O'Loghlin, 1966-; produced by Sophia Zachariou, fl. 2005, in The New Inventors (Sydney, New South Wales: ABC Commercial, 2013), 27 mins
Description
This documentary, directed by Stewart Burchmore, is about presenting three new inventions to a panel of judges and selecting a winner.
Field of Study
Science
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Sophia Zachariou, fl. 2005
Author / Creator
Stewart Burchmore, fl. 2005, James O'Loghlin, 1966-
Date Published / Released
2005, 2013
Publisher
ABC Commercial
Series
The New Inventors
Topic / Theme
Inventions, Mechanical engineering, Science
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2013 by ABC Commercial
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