science

RHINOS IN THE FREEZER

HU | 2018 | 52' | HD | English (sub.), Hungarian (sub.) | By Attila Dávid Molnár | Filmjungle Productions | Broadcasters: Czech Television, SPEKTRUM Television

 

Because of poaching (due to superstitions that the horns of rhinos can heal diseases) and climate change causing the destruction of its environment, black rhinos from Africa and Sumatra and in particular Northern Kenya white rhinos (the last Northern white male Rhinos died in March 2018) are endangered. In order to preserve these prehistoric giants from extinction, a scientific team from Berlin are developing  techniques to freeze embryos in order to allow artificial insemination to resurrect the rhinos later on once it will be safe again for them to live in the wild. Close to break through, the scientists bring us from Kenya to Malaysia and Hungary. Rhinos may soon find the ultimate refuge not in the wild, but in the fridge.

THE MACAW KINGDOM

HU | 2018 | 52' | HD | English, Hungarian, Spanish (sub.) | By Attila Dávid Molnár & Cintia Garai | Filmjungle Productions | Partners: Tambopata Research Center, Rainforest Expeditions | Broadcasters: M1, M4, Hungarian Public Broadcasters

 

A thrilling expedition of international scientists deep in the Peruvian jungle aims to save the Macaw parrots from extinction. Illegal trade and deforestation causing habitat loss are actually the biggest threats. But outstanding discoveries, smartly presented, might be the source for a solution.

BUDAPEST INFERNO: THE SECRETS OF THE MOLNAR JANOS CAVE

HU | 2017 | 52' | HD | English (sub. and English narration voice), Hungarian | By Balázs Lerner | Filmjungle Productions | Broadcaster: Hungarian public TV, TVP, Ceska TV, Deutsche Welle

 

Divers working together with scientists take us into the Molnár János cave -the largest underwater thermos-karstic cave in Europe- to unveil the never seen before underground wonders of Budapest. In this thrilling scientific documentary, we discover the unsuspected huge cave under Budapest and a new specie.

STRADIVARI'S HEIRS

DE / CH / IT / NL | 2011 | 52' | HD | German, English | By Corinna Engelhardt Leonardo Films | Broadcaster: Deutsche Welle

 

Scientists, luthiers and musicians lead an international experimentation to recreate the sound of the famous Stradivari violin. Its perfection is believed to be linked to the density of the wood. They try to find it back using a special fongi. Will they solve the mystery of the Stradivarius? Will they succeed in building a violin that sounds as good as the iconic violin?

HeALTHy LIFESTYLE

MY LIFESTYLE - VEGAN

FR | 2017 | 20 x 3' | 4K | English, French | By Mike Baudoncq | Mofo Films 

 

Fun and quick recipes from different countries to learn how to cook vegan or how to eat healthy and respect animal ethics. Culinary preparations (starters, main courses, desserts) are made with ingredients found in all supermarkets. 

STRESS AT WORK 

CH | 2011 | 35' | HD | French, English | By Lucette Quarteron | Kenzara

 

Stress can build up to dangerous levels, making recovery very difficult and mobbing can cause psychological traumas. To cope with both issues, we can learn from experiences and experts. Three managers of a leading Paris Hotel explain how they deal with their own stress and that of their teams. Suzanne, former advertising agency director tells us about her professional exhaustion/burn out and gives advice on prevention and treatment. Agnes, victim of psychological harassment, reveals how she overcame the difficulties.