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For immersive documentaries that delve into the depths of human experiences, Real Stories is your ultimate destination.Here, we curate the finest documentaries from around the globe, ensuring a diverse and captivating selection, including many award-winning films.Don't miss out on the latest updates and releases – hit that subscribe button and join our community of documentary enthusiasts.Get ready to explore stories that will touch your heart, ignite conversations, and inspire change.Real Stories is part of the Little Dot Studios Network.
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- Today1h 22m
Divorce: Iranian Way (Global Documentary) | Real Stories
Hilarious, tragic, stirring, this fly-on-the-wall look at several weeks in an Iranian divorce court provides a unique window into the intimate circumstances of Iranian women’s lives. Following Jamileh, whose husband beats her; Ziba, a 16-year-old trying to divorce her 38-year-old husband; and Maryam, who is desperately fighting to gain custody of her daughters, this deadpan chronicle showcases the strength, ingenuity, and guile with which they confront biased laws, a Kafaka-esque administrative system, and their husbands’ and families’ rage to gain divorces.With the barest of commentary, acclaimed director Kim Longinotto turns her cameras on the court and lets it tell its own story. Dispelling images of Iran as a country of war, hostages, and “fatwas”, and Iranian women as passive victims of a terrible system, this film is a subtle, fascinating look at women’s lives in a country which is little known to most Americans. Directed by Kim Longinotto and Ziba Mir-Hosseini, author of Marriage on Trial: A Study of Islamic Family Law.Want to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/RealStoriesC...Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Today1h 5m
Kids In Camps (Refugee Documentary) | Real Stories
Witnessing the experience of children who grow up in the refugee camps. The South Sudanese Civil War has displaced over 1.5 million people. South Sudan, the youngest country in the world, is now facing a famine which, it is predicted, could result in the deaths of over 50,000 children.Uploaded 06-09-16This documentary follows the lives of children living in temporary camps in South Sudan and refugee camps just across the border in Northern Uganda, giving a heart-wrenching and personal glimpse into their lives and telling their inspiring, moving stories through their own words.Want to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsInstagram - @realstoriesdocsKids In Camps was produced by True Vision Productions. If you wish to find out more the people featured in this documentary then go to http://truevisiontv.com/foundationContent licensed from Digital Rights Group (DRG). Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Today2h 28m
Meet the Unbelievable Superhumans of the World
Meet incredible people who defy the limits of human potential. From a monk who seems indestructible, withstanding spears against his throat, to a man with super-powerful lungs, experts use science to explore how these amazing abilities work. It's a mind-blowing look at the extraordinary things humans can do.Uploaded 22-04-2500:00:00 Indestructible Monk and Ice-Proof Man 00:48:00 Extreme Headstands and Electricity-Immune Man01:34:50 World's Most Powerful Lungs and Dangerous Playing CardsInstagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Today51 min
Inside Maximum Security With America's Youngest Offenders
In this gripping investigative look at the American justice system, we explore the "national crisis" of juvenile violence that redefined the 1990s. From the chilling case of 13-year-old Eric Smith to the tragic story of Detective Steven McDonald—who forgave the teen that paralyzed him—this video examines the human cost of "adult time for adult crimes." We go inside maximum-security facilities to meet young offenders like Bobby Sheets and Isaiah Robinson, questioning whether adult prisons rehabilitate children or simply transform them into more hardened criminals. Featuring insights from renowned criminologists and the heartbreaking perspectives of victims' families, this is an essential look at a system caught between the need for public safety and the hope for redemption.Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Today1h 40m
Trapped in Iran: The 781-Day Nightmare of Three American Hostages
When three American hikers innocently crossed an unmarked border into Iran, their adventure turned into a terrifying, 781-day nightmare. This documentary tells the shocking true story of Shane Bauer, Josh Fattal, and Sarah Shourd, who were captured and accused of espionage by Iranian authorities. Witness their desperate fight for freedom from inside Iran's notorious Evin Prison, and experience the agonizing journey of their families and international diplomats battling against all odds to bring them home. This isn't just a political thriller; it's a deeply personal human story about resilience, hope, and the unimaginable cost of being caught in a geopolitical standoff. See how a simple hike transformed into an international crisis, exposing the complex realities of global relations and the enduring power of human connection.Uploaded 04-08-25Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Today1h 4m
Dangerous Love (Domestic Abuse Documentary) | Real Stories
Danielle Lloyd embarks on a journey to understand the violent and controlling relationship she stayed in from the summer of 2004 until she won Miss GB in 2006.Uploaded 10-07-17Want to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/RealStoriesChannelInstagram - @realstoriesdocs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Today1h 15m
Malcolm and Barbara: Love's Goodbye (Alzheimer's Documentary) | Real Stories
A talented composer, husband & father, Malcolm Pointon was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Barbara, his wife, could only look on as the weeks and years took Malcolm further and further away from her.This BAFTA-nominated documentary explores the effects of Alzheimers and Dementia, which affects 1-in-3 older people. Want to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/RealStoriesChannelInstagram - @realstoriesdocsContent licensed from ITV. Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Today1h 40m
The USPS Scandal: Inside the Great Postal Heist
The untold story of the USPS and the hidden struggles that many postal workers face on a daily basis. From harassment and workplace abuse to systemic challenges within the postal system, we shine a light on the darker side of the USPS. Uploaded 18-02-25You’ll hear firsthand accounts from postal workers who have been pushed to their limits, facing not just difficult working conditions but also a system that often neglects their well-being. As we uncover the truths behind the headlines, this documentary takes a hard look at the financial struggles, the internal pressure on employees, and the toll it takes on those who work tirelessly behind the scenes.Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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