NOVA: First Face of America

Scientists examine underground clues from over 250,000 years ago that raise questions about our early relatives — and what it truly means to be human.

This documentary delves into the mysteries surrounding the Neanderthals and what their fossil record tells us about their lives and disappearance.

Through deeply personal interviews with her siblings and an examination of the photographs, letters, and belongings left behind, Mariska assembles a new portrait of her mother Jayne Mansfield, an extraordinary and complex woman.

In an intimate and joyful story of love in the face of loss, celebrated poets Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley find strength—and unexpected hilarity—in what might be their final year together.

National Geographic's riveting effort recounts all 12 crewed missions using only archival footage, photos and audio.

An inside look at one of the most anticipated movie sequels ever with James Cameron and cast.

Experience the events of September 11, 2001 through the eyes of President Bush and his closest advisors as they personally detail the crucial hours and key decisions from that historic day.

A documentary about the making of season five of the acclaimed AMC series Breaking Bad.

Cameramen and women discuss the craft and art of cinematography and of the "DP" (the director of photography), illustrating their points with clips from 100 films, from Birth of a Nation to Do the Right Thing. Themes: the DP tells people where to look; changes in movies (the arrival of sound, color, and wide screens) required creative responses from DPs; and, these artisans constantly invent new equipment and try new things, with wonderful results. The narration takes us through the identifiable studio styles of the 30s, the emergence of noir, the New York look, and the impact of Europeans. Citizen Kane, The Conformist, and Gordon Willis get special attention.

The Making-of James Cameron's Avatar. It shows interesting parts of the work on the set.

The history of cinematic sound, told by legendary sound designers and visionary filmmakers.

A documentary about the life and films of director John Ford.