Exotic Pop at the BBC(2011)

One-Hit Wonders At The BBC(en)

Compilation of some indelible hits by artists we hardly heard from again, at least in a chart sense. Featuring Peter Sarstedt's Where Do You Go To (My Lovely)? - a number one in 1969 and a hit he never really matched, Trio's 1982 smash Da Da Da, Phyllis Nelson's 1985 lovers rock-style classic Move Closer, and The New Radicals' 1999 hit You Get What You Give. We travel through the years selecting some of your favourite number ones and a few others that came close, revealing what's happened to the one-off hitmakers since and exploring the unwritten laws that help make sense of the one-hit wonder phenomenon.

Hannibal(en)

A young man happens upon a strange, isolated village which is oppressively ruled by foreign soldiers. When he tries to inquire into what is going on, he is forced to flee to an island where a renegade medical doctor tries to force him into submission.

Doctor Who: Planet of the Dead(en)

A meeting in a London bus with jewel thief Lady Christina takes a turn for the worse for the Doctor when the bus takes a detour to a desert-like planet, where the deadly Swarm awaits.

Welcome in Vienna(de)

Freddy, a Viennese Jew who emigrated to New York after Hitler's invasion, and Adler, a left-wing intellectual originally from Berlin, return to Austria in 1944 as soldiers in the U.S. Army. Freddy falls in love with the daughter of a Nazi, and Adler attempts to go over to the Communist Zone. But with the advent of the Cold War and continuing anti-semitism, the idealism of both characters is shattered as they find themselves surrounded by cynicism, opportunism, and universal self-deception.

The Sea(fr)

Several little boys run along a pier, then jump into the ocean.

Decalogue II(pl)

Dorota Geller, a married woman, faces a dilemma involving her sick husband's prognosis. Her husband's doctor, who believes in God, sweared about it in vain.

Doctor Who: The Time of the Doctor(en)

Orbiting a quiet backwater planet, the massed forces of the universe's deadliest species gather, drawn to a mysterious message that echoes out to the stars. And amongst them, the Doctor. Rescuing Clara from a family Christmas dinner, the Time Lord and his best friend must learn what this enigmatic signal means for his own fate and that of the universe.

The Neighbors' Window(en)

The story of a middle-aged woman with small children whose life is shaken up when two free-spirited twenty-somethings move in across the street.

La Bête Humaine(fr)

Returning by train to the French port of Le Havre, Jacques Lantier, a tormented railwayman, meets by chance the impulsive stationmaster Roubard and Séverine, his wife.

Moonlit Winter(ko)

The arrival of an intimate letter prompts a young woman to bring her mother on vacation to a small Japanese town, where someone special resides.

In arte Nino(it)

Biopic about Italian actor Nino Manfredi, focusing on the period between 1939 and 1959, depicting his difficult beginnings, his passion for acting and the encounter with the love of his life, Erminia.

Decalogue IX(pl)

Roman and Hanka have a loving marriage, but his impotence has led to her having an affair. The unbearable situation drives Roman to extreme measures both physically and mentally, testing their love and his own will to live.

The Wedding Veil Inspiration(en)

Emma's plans get thrown off course when Paolo returns to Italy to take care of his father and she discovers a new passion for making art accessible to all.

The Price of Family(it)

Heartbroken that their children no longer want to spend time with them, two parents fake an inheritance to bring the family together for Christmas.

Doctor Who: The Doctor, the Widow and the Wardrobe(en)

It's Christmas Eve, 1938, when Madge Arwell comes to the aid of an injured Spaceman Angel as she cycles home. He promises to repay her kindness - all she has to do is make a wish.

Inuyasha the Movie 4: Fire on the Mystic Island(ja)

The mysterious island of Houraijima has reappeared after 50 years, and with its reappearance has brought the attack of four gods, the Shitoushin, who have their eyes set on the powers that protect and sustain the island. Now it's up to Inuyasha and his friends, along with Sesshoumaru, to find a way to defeat the powerful Shitoushin.

Summer Hours(fr)

After the death of a septuagenarian woman, her three children deliberate over what to do with her estate.

A Castle in Italy(fr)

Louise meets Nathan, her dreams resurface. It's also the story of her ailing brother, their mother, and the destiny of a leading family of wealthy Italian industrialists. The story of a family falling apart, a world coming to an end and love beginning.

500 Years(es)

From a historic genocide trial to the overthrow of a president, the sweeping story of mounting resistance played out in Guatemala’s recent history is told through the actions and perspectives of the majority indigenous Mayan population, who now stand poised to reimagine their society.

HADES(en)

A woman is caught in an endless dream in which she has to cross the five rivers of Hades.

Two by Dove(en)

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and the Royal Swedish Ballet perform two works by choreographer Ulysses Dove, "Vespers" and "Dancing on the Front Porch of Heaven."

No One Called Ahead(en)

Ben seeks a weekend getaway but gets more than he bargained for when he begins to receive a series of visits from several astonishing women from the great beyond. Each encounter further rocks his world view. Will this night forever change the way he lives, loves and creates? Or will he make it to daybreak at all?

Wagner: Parsifal(en)

German composer Richard Wagner wrote Parsifal, which is a three-act opera that tells the story of the title character's quest to save the Knights of the Holy Grail by returning the Holy Spear, healing King Amfortas, and carrying out the sacred ceremony of uncovering the Holy Grail.

Viva I Romantici: Il Sogno(it)

Jim Dandy to the Rescue: A Film by Joey Skidmore(en)

A documentary about Jim "Dandy" Mangrum and his band Black Oak Arkansas.

Little Nina & The Piano Thieves(ru)

Eight-year-old Nina is an impulsive and emotional girl, quickly igniting ideas and dropping them halfway. Nina would probably have abandoned her new hobby - music - too, but a strange thing happened: the instrument began to behave defiantly, play by itself and provoke the hostess in every possible way. And soon Nina was completely kidnapped along with him. The villains plan to subjugate the world with the help of the piano.

Metric: Live at Metropolis(en)

The movie captures the Canadian synth-rock superstars in action at a Fall 2006 Montreal stop on their Live It Out tour. Concert tracklist: 01. Live it Out 02. Glass Ceiling 03. Wet Blanket 04. Too Little Too Late 05. Poster of a Girl 06. Patriarch on a Vespa 07. Monster Hospital 08. Handshakes 09. The Police and the Private 10. Hustle Rose 11. Combat Baby 12. Dead Disco 13. Love is a Place

Adam and Eve: The Second Chance(fr)

Lou Reed: Live in Barcelona(en)

Lou Reed and band (featuring guitar legend, Robert Quine) filmed in concert at Palacio de Municipal, Barcelona, Spain on December 10, 1984 during the New Sensations Tour. Originally broadcast on La Edad de Oro.

Arctic Monkeys Live at Lollapalooza Brazil 2019(en)

Arctic Monkeys Live at Lollapalooza Brazil 2019.

Les Ballets de Monte Carlo: Le Songe(fr)

Based on the play A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare, a choreographic film by Jean-Christophe Maillot. Gorgeous dancing – and wildly imaginative sets and costumes – bring to vivid life the ecstatic, elegant eroticism in Shakespeare‘s classic fantasy. Recorded at The Grimaldi Forum Monaco, 2009.

Sound of Millennium Rebirth(ko)

It is decorated on three stages with a live performance of ‘Song of a Thousand Years, Reverse’ by the National Orchestra of Korea. The first stage is composer Na Hyo-shin's 'Like That Pine Tree', based on the theme of 'pine trees' from poet Yun Seon-do's poem 'Ouga'. The second stage is the 'Heungboga's gourd riding section' with master singer Ahn Sook-seon as a collaborator. The last one is ‘A Heavenly Woman’s Song, Reverse’, which Lee O-ryeong participated in writing the lyrics and Woo Hyo-won composed.

The Jewish Melody(yi)

The classic conflict between the traditional Jewish way of life, and the modern life of the 20th century comes alive in this story of a young cantor who brings home a future bride, when he has already been betrothed by his parents to someone else!

Glückliche Reise(de)

Amar Singh Chamkila(hi)

A humble singer’s brash lyrics ignite fame and fury across Punjab as he grapples with soaring success and brutal criticism before his untimely death.

Starstruck: Gene Kelly's Love Letter to Ballet(en)

In 1960, American dancer and actor Gene Kelly created for the Paris Opera Ballet an original choreography that was highly acclaimed at the time, yet rarely performed thereafter; a genius work that the Scottish Ballet, accompanied by the stirring and evocative score by composer and pianist George Gershwin, epitome of orchestral jazz, brings back to life sixty years later.

The Musical: Welcome To The Night Of Your Life!(en)

Rodney, one of Hollywood's most sought-after directors, puts his next movie on hold to work on his passion project, directing a Broadway musical. An open call audition in New York City delivers a cast of up-and-coming Broadway performers, including Aster, a talented newcomer who seems to be perfect for the lead role. Rehearsals begin and Aster soon realizes she may be in over her head. Even with help from her cast mates including Danica, the ultimate triple threat, and Corey, her love interest in the show (and maybe outside of it too), Aster cant seem to make Rodney happy. Things only get worse as the show loses investors, the sets and costumes are trapped on a boat, and Aster accidentally pushes Corey off the stage.

Bryan Ferry Concert at LSO St. Lukes London(en)

Series of unique, intimate performances by some of the greatest legends and contemporary stars around. Bryan Ferry is in concert at LSO St Luke's in Shoreditch, performing classic Roxy Music tunes plus solo tracks from his back catalogue, including Let's Stick Together, Avalon and More Than This. He also debuts tracks from his album of Bob Dylan covers, Dylanesque, his interpretation of songs such as Simple Twist of Fate, Positively 4th Street and Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues. The in-crowd All along the watchtower Slave to love To make me feel my love Let´s stick together Just like Tom thumb´s blues Don´t stop the dance Gates of eden Smoke gets in your eyes I put spell on you A hard rain´s a gonna fall Jealous Guy

Isaac Hayes: Live at Montreux(en)

Isaac Hayes is a true soul legend with a career spanning five decades. He has graced the Montreux stage on several occasions but this performance from 2005 captures him at his very best performing hits such as "Walk On By", "By The Time I Get To Phoenix", "Joy" and of course his worldwide smash "Shaft". On the bonus tracks he is joined on stage by the great Booker T & The MGs for renditions of "Soul Man" and other soul classics. 1. Don't Let Go 2. Don't Take Your Love Away 3. Windows Of The World 4. Blues Is Alright 5. Joy 6. Walk On By 7. Drum Solo 8. Do Your Thing 9. Ellie's Love Theme 10. Never Can Say Goodbye 11. By The Time I Get To Phoenix 12. Theme From "Shaft" BONUS TRACKS: 1. Soul Man 2. You Don't Know Like I Know 3. I Stand Accused 4. Improvisation On "Do-Wop"

Peter Frampton: Live at Soundstage(en)

Pt. 1 This concert premieres on PBS January 18, 2007 Peter Frampton was one of the most successful arena rock stars of the '70s. Frampton still remains one of the most thrilling live performers around, and his two-hour Soundstage performance is no exception. In the first hour Frampton performs the songs: Off the hook, Lying, Lines on my face, Show me the way, Black hole sun, Nasssau/Baby I love your way, Do you feel like we do? Pt. 2 This concert premieres on PBS January 25, 2007 In Peter Frampton’s second hour on Soundstage, Frampton performs: All I want to be (is by your side), Wind of change, I need ground, Money (I’ll give you that), Can’t take that away, I don’t need no doctor, While my guitar gently weeps