Series from 2016
Facing is a documentary series that tells the stories of a broad range of global iconic, and often notorious, individuals through the eyes and unique …
Drug lord Pablo Emilio Escobar Gaviria built his cocaine empire on bribes, bodies and trust. Through archival footage, classic photos and cutting-edge visuals, experience the tale of one man’s unchecked megalomania. Learn about Escobar through those who lived to tell their stories. Hear from the DEA agents, Colombian police officers and politicians who hunted — and were hunted by — Escobar.
Saddam Hussein rose to power fast and young. Through terror, violence and genocide, he maintained control of Iraq for almost a quarter century. Saddam’s ruthlessness knew no bounds. Watch interviews from the enemies, opponents, advisers, dissidents, journalists and American generals who played the roles of Saddam’s adversaries and allies in one of history’s most catastrophic tyrannical delusions.
Straight outta Compton and into university on a football scholarship, Suge Knight’s NFL dreams ended abruptly in 1982 with a gun incident that forever redirected his life. This event was the first of many turning points in the track star, rap mogul and accused murderer’s remarkable life. Discover the promising boy beneath the complicated man who actively injected gangsterism into West Coast rap.
With a reputation for outlandish statements and bold acts, Vladimir Putin is one of the few powerful enough to do what he wants and get away with it. This is the story of Russia’s notorious leader. Interviewees include former U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates; former Ukraine President Viktor Yushchenko; former CIA Director Leon Panetta; and Pussy Riot co-founder Nadya Tolokonnikova.
From bodybuilder to action star to politician, Facing Schwarzenegger is an unabashed look at the life of a man who followed his dreams. Hear from actor Lou Ferrigno; “Commando” co-star Rae Dawn Chong; action star Carl Weathers; producer and director Ivan Reitman; Schwarzenegger’s former training partner Ric Drasin; and Rep. Tom McClintock, who ran against Schwarzenegger for California governor.