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Programmes
Autumn 2011
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Contents
Current Affairs Temps Présent Collection 3
FEMEN, the Naked Warriors 26 minutes 4
Lybia : Women in the Revolution 26 minutes 5
Women in Islam 52 minutes 6
Society Should You Be Afraid of Medicine ? 52 minutes 7
Citizens Against Cancer 52 minutes 8
Rock, Miracles and the Holy-Spirit 52 minutes 9
Tango in the School Yard 26 minutes 10
Untattoo Me 26 minutes 11
Children of Porn 26 minutes 12
Before they Spin Out of Control 26 minutes 13
Dignitas, Prescription Death 52 minutes 14
Specimen Collection 15
Specimen 52 minutes 16
Specimen 52 minutes 17
Science and Health 36°9 Collection 18
Bisphenol A : Low Doses, Major Concern 26 minutes 19
Parkinson Disease : Delays, Fear and Trembling 26 minutes 20
Dermatology’s Forsaken Patients 26 minutes 21
An Air that Kills 26 minutes 22
Cystic Fibrosis : Save Liv and Nicolas 26 minutes 23
Shaping the Brain 26 minutes 24
Nature Passe-moi les jumelles Collection 25
Quiet Strength HD 26 minutes 26
Wings of Freedom HD 26 minutes 27
Nicolas Bouvier : the Eye of the Traveler HD 26 minutes 28
A Carousel Melody HD 26 minutes 29
Fiction Marilou 26 minutes 30
Society Documentary Romans d’ados 100 minutes 31
Animated Film Report Death in the Fields 11 minutes 32
Short Film Tech Trend : NOUVO HD 4 minutes 33
Sustainable Development : Just a Green Minute 1 minute 34
Music : Shhh 4 minutes 35
Youth : Pop-Corn 5 minutes 36
Youth : Questions On 1’30 minute 37
Lifestyle : Nibbles 6 minutes 38
Lifestyle : Nothing but Flavour 1’30 minute 39
Lifestyle : Welcome Home 3 minutes 40
Humour Bloopers Sequences 41
Life at the Office 8 minutes 42
Le petit Silvant illustré 8 minutes 43
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Current Affairs and Society
Temps Présent
Collection
Format
26 minutes / 52 minutes
Periodicity
Weekly
Number of episodes available
More than 2000
Production
1969 - 2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Languages
French
English for certain episodes
English subtitles for certain episodes
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A programme
by Jean-Philippe Ceppi and Marcel Schüpbach
“Temps Présent” is the oldest, most prestigious investigative news
programme on French-speaking Radio Television Suisse. Since
1969, this weekly programme has analysed international, political,
economical and social events. Through their investigative reporting
on high profile issues and their critical analysis of disturbing
facts, “Temps Présent” has its eyes on the world. This authoritative
broadcast decodes contemporary society and conjugates history in
the present.
The most recent award-winning episodes :
Sick of Work / 2010
You Won’t Go to the Nursing Home / 2010
How to Become a Saint ? / 2010
Swiss Diplomates in a Colombian Trap / 2010
I Have Cancer, So What ? / 2007
A Baby to Save Our Son / 2006
Nightmare in Iraq / 2005
3

Current Affairs
FEMEN, the Naked Warriors
Format
26 minutes
Production
2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Languages
French
English
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Temps Présent
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A film
by Olivier Kohler and Alain Margot
They are young, sexy and provocative. These uninhibited members
of Ukraine’s avant-garde feminist group FEMEN conduct a
surprising campaign against the government, corruption and
sexual tourism. They are beautiful and proud to be so. They use
their bodies as weapons of mass persuasion. Their disturbing radical
approach to politics in this largely conservative country has
secured these controversial guardians of democracy an unusual
place on the contemporary political scene.
4

Current Affairs
Lybia : Women in the Revolution
Format
26 minutes
Production
2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Languages
French
English
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Temps Présent
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A film
by Marie-Laure Baggiolini Widmer and Jean-Daniel Bohnenblust
Forty-two years after Gaddafi’s brutal rise to power, the denial
of free speech, justice and liberty has given way to a new surge
of life. Set between the endless beaches of the Mediterranean,
joyriding around the fallen Katiba in Benghazi and the rubble of
the tyrant’s palace, this film presents three women who, in the
hope for a better future and the pain of past injustice, embody
the renewal of an entire nation.
5

Current Affairs
Women in Islam
Format
52 minutes
Production
2010
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Languages
French
English
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Temps Présent
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A film
by Marie-Laure Baggiolini and Françoise Weilhammer
Far from the cliché of the submissive woman, veiled and unveiled
Muslim feminists strive to change Islam from within and fight for
their rights in a world of increasing fundamentalism.
They claim their rights to be sensual, sexual women.
A startling journey into the heart of an enlightened Islam and its
new warriors in Egypt and the suburbs of Lyon.
6

Society
Should You Be Afraid of Medicine ?
Format
52 minutes
Production
2011
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Languages
French
English subtitles
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Temps Présent
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A film
by Isabelle Ducret and Philippe Mach
The Mediator scandal in France not only disgusted the nation but
revealed just how the system can go wrong. Medical expert independence
is essential to ensure drug security. Conflicts of interest
are many and often kept secret. The pharmaceutical companies
who finance research, specialised media and professional training,
are often accused. But what is the truth ? Victims, doctors
and government health officials have now been heard. Many disturbing
revelations have come to light under the transparency
laws. This is an exceptional investigative report.
7

Society
Citizens Against Cancer
Format
52 minutes
Production
2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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Temps Présent
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A film
by Françoise Weilhammer and Florence Fernex
A growing number of cancer patients and scientists believe that the
spread of various forms of cancer in Western countries is due to the
deterioration of our environment. These new “cancer crusaders” say
that we are exposed to tens of thousands of chemical substances
every day, yet only 2 to 3% of them have undergone toxic testing.
This investigative report brings us to the heart of a green war
crucial to the health of those living in Switzerland, France and
the USA.
8

Society
Rock, Miracles and the Holy-Spirit
Format
52 minutes
Production
2010
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Languages
French
English subtitles
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Temps Présent
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A film
by Béatrice Mohr and Isabelle Nussbaum
Has the Bible gone bling ? Traditional churches lose their glout as
evangelical preachers grow in popularity. Movie theatres, warehouses
and famous concert halls are used to celebrate a strange
marriage between spirituality, business and marketing. By-products
are sold, rock‘n roll cocktail parties are held as a new kind
of religious ceremony, stock traders get together to pray before
the market opens. This messianic approach to success is growing
in popularity, but its sect-like tendancies are disturbing. This investigative
report takes us to the heart of an opaque religiosity
that nothing seems to be able to stop.
9

Society
Tango in the School Yard
Format
26 minutes
Production
2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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Temps Présent
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A film
by Béatrice Mohr
Many believe that violence among teenagers exists because foreign
students are not well integrated into our schools. However, a remarkable
programme is now being tested in Switzerland. Learning
to dance together, especially the tango, helps children grow in
tolerance and respect for others. The smiles and giggles at hearing
old-fashioned music quickly give way to pleasure, play and a
certain form of new-found innocence. With dance and music
the idea of duty and judgement are replaced by the gracefully
syncopated sounds of the tango.
10

Society
Untattoo Me
Format
26 minutes
Production
2011
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Languages
French
English subtitles
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Temps Présent
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A film
by Jean Quaratino
The tattoo, once the illreputed sign of the rebel, has now evolved
into a cultural phenomenon and a full-fledged art form.
Having a tattoo has become a way of asserting one’s identity and
taking possession of one’s own body, of one’s own being.
Psychological armor, esthetic pride, somewhere between pain and
secret pleasure : tattoos are ever more popular, especially among
women. However, it can be a real obstacle course, a veritable
torture, to have them removed. A painfully coulourful overview.
11

Society
Children of Porn
Format
26 minutes
Production
2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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A film
by Michel Heiniger
Pornography is readily available on internet and easily falls into
the hands of younger and younger children. Other than parental
control software and sexual education, how do we create new
means of prevention ? How do we define the borders between
fiction, fantasy and reality ? The police and school authorities
are dealing with a generation of teenagers who have grown up
on pornography. Some of them have already committed serious
sexual crimes. This film report reconstructs a recent event and
takes a look at an organisation known as Action Innocence. It
opens the debate as well as our eyes.
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Society
Before they Spin Out of Control
Format
26 minutes
Production
2011
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Languages
French
English subtitles
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Temps Présent
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A film
by Emmanuelle Bressan Blondeau
What makes an ordinary man known to the social services turn
violent ? This film was inspired by the story of a 60 year-old mathematician
known as the “Mad Gunman of Bienne”. The elderly
gentleman shot a Swiss police officer and then continued harassing
the police force for 9 days. We examine several cases of
people already known to the social services who might one day
spin out of control and become a threat to society. How does one
intervene to help such people while still respecting their individual
rights ? An insight into the complex relationship between
our social services and their clients, at the heart of our society.
13

Society
Dignitas, Prescription Death
Format
52 minutes
Production
2011
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Languages
French
English
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A film
by Emmanuelle Bressan Blondeau and Jean-Bernard Menoud
Switzerland is one of the only countries in the world that allows
foreigners to commit suicide. More than 1,000 people have come
to die with the Dignitas group in Zurich since 1998.
Dignitas openly defends the right to suicide for individuals, couples
and the depressed.
This “death tourism” is a troubling affair. Though the majority of
Swiss are in favour of assisted suicide, the government doesn’t
want to see the country become a centre for dying.
This extraordinary film takes us to Germany, Belgium and France
where we try to understand Switzerland’s controversial “death
trade”.
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Society
Specimen
Collection
Format
60 minutes
Re-edited version 52 minutes
Periodicity
Monthly
Production
2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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Specimen
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A programme
by Eric Burnand and Bettina Hoffmann, hosted by Luigi Marra
“Specimen” - noun (latin “sample”). An individual sample of a species.
Are we all the same ? Are we all unique ? Why do we lie ? Live in
couples ? Help each other ? Manipulate others ? “Specimen” turns
to science for the answer and carries out all sorts of experiments.
Role playing, hidden cameras and tests taken by our volonteer panel
are analysed by scientific experts in our attempt to discern what is
real and unreal in our stereotypes and other shared beliefs. A lucid
energetic programme that joins science and humour in a sociological
study of our species in its daily life.
15

Society
Specimen
Format
60 minutes
Re-edited version 52 minutes
Production
2010 - 2011
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Language
French
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I’m Selfish, Neither Are You. What is the difference between selfishness
and empathy ? Does a “generosity gene” exist ? Between selfishness
and alturism, our behaviour is as variable as that of the animals.
The Truth About Liars. Though rationale and goals may vary, lying
seems to be fundamental to the functionning of society. For selfish or
altruistic reasons, for better or for worse, we hide things, cover up and
mislead all day long.
We’re All Manipulated ! Although we believe we are free, experience
shows that we are constantly “under the influence”. We are susceptible
to what others think or say about us, to goings-on at the pub, to
stimuli and pressure coming at us from every side. From our distorted
reminisces to manipulation of the brain, “Specimen” examines the role
of neuroscience in our daily lives.
A Taste of Money. Big-time spenders, independently wealthy or
deeply in debt ... our relationship to money is not always easy. Money
brings pleasure, but it also creates worries and unusual reactions. A pile
of banknotes in one’s hands is enough to strengthen one’s self-confidence
and creates a form of egotism that even builds resistance to pain.
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Society
Specimen
Format
60 minutes
Re-edited version 52 minutes
Production
2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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For the Night or for Life. Humans are one of the rare mammels
that fall in love and live in couples. What lies behind the alchemy of
falling in love ?
Scared to Death. Fear is a natural alarm system that warns against
impending danger. Programmed since birth to protect our own
lives, we have developped numerous instinctive fears. Try wandering
through the forest late at night or push a spider-phobia sufferer into
a vivarium ! These are just some of the experiments “Specimen” performs.
A cold-swet programme that never forgets those who really
enjoy a good fright.
Me Jane, You Tarzan. Beyond cliché, behavioural differences
between men and women are very real. Is this due to hormones or
education ?
I Eat Therefore I Am. Why are we so readily suspicious of unknown
foods ? Why are we attracted to fatty or sweet ones ? Some people
can’t resist fast foods, others eat only organic and some follow high
protein diets. Changing our diet not only helps us stay slim but
directly affects our emotions and behaviour.
17

Science and Health
36°9
Collection
Format
26 minutes
Periodicity
Monthly.
Number of episodes available
108 since 2006
Language
French
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A programme
by Isabelle Moncada, Mario Fossati and Françoise Ducret
“36.9°C” is our normal body temperature when we are calm and
healthy. The majority of medical programmes approach health
problems from the medical world’s point of view, but “36.9°C”
takes a look from the patient’s side. What is the show’s strong
point ? It satisfies audience curiosity while still responding to
medical specialists’ concerns. Its obsession ? Discovering how
science today builds health tomorrow. Its bias ? Objectivity, being
clear, thorough and independent. Its character ? Determined,
when specific topical subjects require in-depth investigation.
The most recent award-winning episodes :
The Restless Legs Mystery / 2010
Swine Flu, Why It Fell on the Mexicans / 2010
The Subway, the Job and a Bad Back / 2009.
Glimmering Hope and the Visually Impaired / 2009.
Trial by Fire / 2008.
The Blood Plasma War / 2007
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Science and Health
Bisphenol A :
Low Doses, Major Concern
Format
26 minutes
Production
2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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36.9°
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A film
by Michel Cerutti and Yann Franel
This molecule, which is used in the making of polycarbonate plastics,
is not only found in baby bottles but is a component in most
food packaging. Bisphenol A is a destructive endocrine disruptor
which has a stronger negative effect the earlier we are exposed
to it. As numerous scientific studies reveal potential health risks,
the battle between industry, government and scientific experts
seems inevitable. This investigative report juxtaposes diverse
points of view. We travel to Denmark which is a forerunner in
applying precautionary measures. Our investigation goes beyond
the scientific field into the heart of the decision-making bodies
that guarantee our food security.
19

Science and Health
Parkinson Disease :
Delays, Fear and Trembling
Format
26 minutes
Production
2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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36.9°
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A film
by Françoise Ducret and Gérard Louvin
New drugs noticeably reduce the shaking associated with Parkinson
disease but their side effects are complex. Hallucinations
and behavioural problems begin to manifest along with normal
symptoms. These side effects also affect sleep, digestion and the
sense of smell. How does one live with Parkinson’s ? Profound
brain stimulation through use of the scaple and the surgical knife
appear to be harbingers of hope. This spectacular albeit delicate
operation presents major risks to the patient’s emotional stability.
This film is an impressive voyage into the heart of neuropsychology.
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Science and Health
Dermatology’s Forsaken Patients
Format
26 minutes
Production
2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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36.9°
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A film
by Raphaëlle Aellig and Pascal Magnin
Is our skin the ultimate inner mirror ? More than the mere passage
of time, our skin reveals our inner conflicts, traumas and
repressed emotions through cutaneous illnesses that sometimes
last a lifetime. France’s dermato-psychoanalytic pioneer Danièle
Pomey-Rey has researched such theories since the 1970s. But
is simply “feeling good” enough to produce healthy skin ? It’s
actually not that simple. Psoriasis, alopecia and vitiligo are sometimes
so severe that only biotherapy injection treatments can help
patients recover hope. This sensitive investigative report interviews
patients and doctors to better understand the physical, social and
psychological suffering of dematology’s forsaken patients.
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Science and Health
An Air that Kills
Format
26 minutes
Production
2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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36.9°
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A film
by Christophe Ungar and Patrick Léger
The nanoparticle is a dangerous component of the toxic cocktail
we breathe in every day.
Automobiles are the major source of this ultrafine particle which
can cause irreversible cardiovascular damage. The Sapaldia Study,
the worldwide reference in matters of atmospheric pollution, is
very clear : health problems diminish as our air improves.
22

Science and Health
Cystic Fibrosis :
Save Liv and Nicolas
Format
26 minutes
Production
2010
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Language
French
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36.9°
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A film
by Christian Fargues and Roland Tillmanns
This report accompanies 2 cystic fibrosis patients for several years.
The young sufferers speak of the disease’s life-threatening progression.
Ultimately in need of a transplant, they endure a long
painful period waiting for a donor. Only a lung transplant can save
their lives. A rare, disturbing documentary film !
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Science and Health
Shaping the Brain
Format
26 minutes
Production
2011
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Language
French
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36.9°
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A film
by Christophe Ungar and Venturra Samarra
We can see with our tongues and hear with our skin ! Our brains
are highly adaptable. Growing awareness of this sensorial versatility
has clinical ramifications. Our brains can be successfully reeducated
after a stroke or in case of a brain tumour. There is new
hope for the visually and hearing impaired. This documentary
reports on neuroscience’s incredible progress.
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Nature
Passe-moi les jumelles
Collection
HD
Periodicity
Weekly
Production
1993 - 2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Number of episodes
available in HD
52 since 2008
Languages
French
English subtitles for certain episodes
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“Passe-moi les jumelles” offers a panoramic view of nature!
26-minute dreams of pastoral landscapes that fill the eyes and
give way to unexpected warmhearted encounters. A flight to the
four corners of the globe, discovering people ready to share a
moment of their lives. With our heels to the wind, “Passe-moi les
jumelles” invites us to wander the world over earth, air and sea
for an innovative visual adventure.
This monthly programme, created in 1993, will be a weekly
broadcast as of September, 2011.
Investigative Reports : 26 minutes
Production : 2008 - 2011
Travel : 10 x 3 minutes
Production : 2011
Swiss Cities and Towns : 26 x 10 minutes
Production : 2007 - 2011
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Nature
Quiet Strength
HD
Format
26 minutes
Production
2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Languages
French
English subtitles
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Passe moi les jumelles
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A film
by Benoît Aymon and Dominique Clément
Seeing mountaineer André Georges’ quiet strength, we would
never imagine the incredible challenges he has faced. He has
climbed to 4000 metres 30 times in 30 days ; scaled 13 “north
sides” in 13 days ; and reached 8000 metres a dozen times. His
list of awards is astonishing. This 58-year-old wise man now
lives in an abandoned Swiss village where he and his partner
raise yaks. His words flow freely as we walk along and he reveals
bits and pieces of his life, of yesterday’s adventures and today’s
routine. A true mountaineer turned farmer whose tender heart
peeps out from behind a rock-solid shell.
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Nature
Wings of Freedom
HD
Format
26 minutes
Production
2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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Passe moi les jumelles
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A film
by Blaise Piguet
Perhaps you know something about falconry, but have you seen it
practiced in the forest, from a car or while paragliding ? Jacques-
Olivier Travers, founder of France’s Leman Eagle Park, takes on
the challenge of reawakening the hunting instinct in birds of prey
born in captivity but destined to be set free. His secret ? He flies
with his eagles ! Feathered and fabric wings soar together. The
animal, the pilot and the falconer form an unusual aerial trio
gliding over mountains and lakes. This film presents magnificently
stunning images. A new vision of animal training.
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Nature
Nicolas Bouvier :
the Eye of the Traveler
HD
Format
26 minutes
Production
2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Languages
French
English subtitles
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Passe moi les jumelles
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A film
by Romain Guélat and Benoît Aymon
Where is writer / photographer / traveler Nicolas Bouvier’s Japan ? We
view his 1950s photos beside images of today. We visit Arakicho,
the ancient flower and geshia district. This film is a homage to
tranquility, daily life and ordinary people, to urban beauty where
plant life gracefully intermingles with asphalt. A colourful ballet of
an authentic Japan living between immobility and movement. A
tale told by a former geisha, a restaurant owner, a publisher and
an architect. Voices that recompose Bouvier’s agelessly beautiful
Japanese Chronicle.
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Nature
A Carousel Melody
HD
Format
26 minutes
Production
2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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Passe moi les jumelles
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A film
by Romain Guélat
”A Carousel Melody” is the musical encounter of Sophie Burande
and Léonard Gogniat. It is also a coming together of two distinct
parts of France : Jura and Auvergne. Intertwining portraits,
accordeon music and a country fair. A touching story of timeless
young love far from the city, in the heart of nature and filled with
sounds of elves, guitars and accordeons. A daydream carousel of
songs that should go on forever.
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Fiction
Marilou
Format
24 x 26 minutes
Production
2006
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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A series
by Véronique Amstutz and Yves Matthey
based on an idea from Jacqueline Surchat and Karine Spreng-Turrian
Actress Natacha Koutchoumov plays canine behaviourist Marilou,
who not only comes to the aid of our animal friends, but comforts
and advises their sometimes overwhelmed owners. She is a faithful
customer at Balthazar’s neighbourhood general store-cum-café
whose colourful clients share their loves, fears, pains and hopes.
Between bursts of laughter and barking dogs, friendships and
couples that form and separate again... this series is a true parade
of life as it is and the small joys that make it all worth while.
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Society Documentary
Romans d’ados
Format
4 x 100 minutes
Production
2010
Co-production
Troubadours Films
Nasser Bakhti
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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A documentary series
by Béatrice Bakhti
Adolescence is a difficult and often awkward age. A period full
of dangers, discoveries, experimentations, dreams and tough
realities. This collection of four documentary films explores the
7-year development of seven teenagers from the age of twelve
to eighteen. It is an unprecedented immersion into the usually
secret world of adolescents who, with a rare spontaneity, share
over all these years their thoughts on love and sex, alcohol and
drugs, school, work and conflicts with parents. This is a unique
series that paints the picture of the contemporary family, but also
of an increasingly disorientated society.
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Animated Film Report
Death in the Fields
Cluster Bombs in South Lebanon
Format
11 minutes
Production
2011
Co-production
Point Prod
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Languages
French
Arabic
English subtitles
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An animated reportage
by Chappatte
Cartoonist Patrick Chappatte travelled to South Lebanon in February,
2009. He then created a comic strip about the war’s impact
on the population for the Geneva newspaper ”Le Temps”.
It is a simple direct description of the lives of people living amid
cluster bombs which could explode at any moment although the
war has been over for several months. Where can the children
play ? How can the farmers work ? What do young people dream
of ? Chappatte offers a sober, disturbing vision of a harsh reality.
In his attempt to remain as close to the truth as possible, he uses
intense black and white imagery in alternance with photos and
couloured pictures. His work is original, inventive and new. It is
half-way between documentary and short film, news reporting
and animation. A captivating approach to unsetting the traps
of history while making history accessible to all.
A concrete, personal approach.
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Short Film
Tech Trend :
Nouvo
HD
Format
29 x 3’30
25 x 4’30
Production
2010 - 2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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A programme
by Emmanuelle Jaquet
Does TV always have to be one step behind internet? Not necessarily.
“Nouvo” deals with state-of-the-art technology, publicity
and today’s media. In a savvy mix of genres, “Nouvo” literally has
something for everybody. Quick, open-minded, innovative reporting
on a variety of subjects to take a good look at what’s going
on. Short-format “Nouvo” is a sharp-eyed provocative programme
where curiosity is king.
My Cow Is a Horse. Forget about milk, yogurt and cheese. Think about galloping, the Wild
West and horse show jumping. A young mother with a degree in philosophy has opened a
cow-riding school. The cow like you’ve never imagined !
Search the Housebreaker’s Ears. Small, twitsted, hairy, plump : burglers’ ears sometimes
betray them at our very doorstep. Better than fiction, “Nouvo” outdoes CSI ...
Botox Dampens Emotions. It eliminates facial wrinkles by paralysing certain muscles. But
what if it also eliminates our emotions ? Botox is the perfect culprit, the reason behind all the
frozen inexpressive faces that appear more and more often on our screens ...
Cloud Hunters. Having one’s head in the clouds is no longer a state of mind, it is now a real
hobby. Exhibitions, websites, reference book : welcome to Contemplation Land.
Karoshio, When Work Kills. Anything is possible in Taiwan, the high tech capitol of the
world. And this includes dropping dead on the job ! A never-before seen, disturbing vision
that stretches to the limits of burnout.
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Short Film
Sustainable Development :
Just a Green Minute
Format
104 x 1 minute
Production
2007 - 2009
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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A series
by Cécile O’Clin, Pierre Wazem and Pascal Magnin
How do we save our planet without making endless speeches and
wasting time ? Ecology is now a major world concern. “Just A
Green Minute” is a stroke of the brush, a voice and sound effects.
The images are quick, vivid and they work. The voice is young,
modern and full of humour. Each minute-long sequence relates
the story of the character’s household adventures. But a minute
is certainly time enough for the message to be understood. “Just
A Green Minute” is interactive and civic, a mix of ecology and
lightheartedness. A small idea that really makes sense !
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Short Film
Music :
Shhh
Format
15 x 4 minutes
Production
2010 - 2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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A series
by Gérard Louvin and Nicole Weyer
with the participation of the Swiss Romande Orchestra directed
by Marek Janowski
Using dazzling mischievously inventive visual graphics, “Chut”
demystifies the clichés and elitism often associated with classical
music and offers easy access to its many wonders. Biographies of
the great masters are revealed, along with the reception, interrelationship
and life of their works. “Chut” teaches children and
enthralls adults while keeping time to the music with symphonical
humour in modo allegro sostenuto !
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Short Film
Youth :
Pop-Corn
Format
26 x 5 minutes
Production
2008 - 2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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A series
by Alain Christen, Yves Pouliquen and Sam Jarrel
”Pop-Corn” answers young cinema buffs’ thousand questions by
inviting them behind the screen. Enthusiastic actors and technicians
explain the world and workings, the secrets and magic of making
films. ”Pop-Corn” swaps stress and glitter for well-adapted answers
to children’s questions.
This effervescent, instructive, concrete programme analyses the wide
screen and opens young eyes.
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Short Film
Youth :
Questions On
Format
66 x 1’30 - 2 minutes
Production
2009 - 2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
A series
by Tania Chytil and Yann-Olivier Wicht
A vivid precise stroke of the brush, a clear line, vibrant colours ...
“Questions On” illustrates the scientific world’s response to children’s
infinite curiositiy. Explaining everything from the simplest to
the most complex subjects, this programme travels the width and
breadth of today’s sciences and society in order to safistfy our thirst
for knowledge.
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Short Film
Lifestyle :
Nibbles
Format
105 x 6 minutes
43 x 8 minutes
Production
2010 - 2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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A programme hosted
by Annick Jeanmairet
Welcome to the effervescent Annick Jeanmairet’s intimate world
of cooking. We watch Annick as she presents colourful, modern,
easy-to-prepare, playful recipes.
A spicy show with a zest of humour !
Some of the recipes ...
– Bourride
– Anchovy polpettine
– Sardine linguini
– Very black rice with shrimp and espelette pepper
– Pistachio & Grape Rabbit confit
– Burbot tajine with candied lemons
– Green asparagus with poached eggs
– Black and white pasta with asparagus, green peas
and courgettes
– Nettle pesto lemon sole paupiettes
– Autumn chanterelle spring rolls
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Short Film
Lifestyle :
Nothing but Flavour
Format
70 x 1’30 minute
Production
2010 - 2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
Do you know what gives the Moroccan Argan nut its unique taste ?
What secrets the brick-green Trapani mountains or Maine’s underwater
crimson prairies hide ?
“Nothing But Flavour” is a series of discovery, tastes and travel.
These short documentary films reveal how and where things are
made. They also talk about the people behind our food and special
culinary treats.
The hidden tale of quality products from the four corners of the
globe to open your appetite with a spoonful of delight !
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Short Film
Lifestyle :
Welcome Home
Format
43 x 3 minutes
Production
2006 - 2009
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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Welcome to the world of real estate! Exceptional interior design.
Custom furnishing. State-of-the-art architecture.
An overview of sublimely original homes, from the classical to
the contemporary.
– House between a cedar and the road – Geneva (Switzerland) :
built respecting certain standards
– Villa on the lake – Morat (Switzerland)
– Eco-energy group house – Jura (Switzerland)
– “L’Espoir” chalet – Champéry (Switzerland)
– Luxury ecological home – Geneva (Switzerland)
– Le Ryokan – Nara (Japan)
– Artist Constantin Melnikov’s house – Moscow (Russia)
– Bed & Breakfast houseboat – Amsterdam (Holland)
– Chalet at the foot of Mont Blanc – Chamonix (France)
– Knie Circus wooden wagon – Geneva (Switzerland)
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Humour
Bloopers
Format
Sequences
Production
2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Laughter, strange ideas, funny or amusing ... we’re all in it together.
Discover our bloopers from the past and the present, sorted by
themes, and prepare your cheekbones for a well-intentioned
workout !
Language
French
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Humour
Life at the Office
Format
26 x 8 minutes
Production
2010 - 2011
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
A series
by Martina Chyba
Welcome to the wonderful world of ”Life at the Office” !
Offices are run by incompetent assistant directors and authoritarian
CEOs, with overworked employees, computer breakdowns,
money-saving initiatives, burnouts and fear of the future. Don’t
you think it’s amusing ? Well think again ... and it’s entertaining !
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Humour
Le Petit Silvant illustré
Format
137 x 8 minutes
Production
2003-2007
RTS Radio Télévision Suisse
Language
French
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François Silvant was a great comic with a keen sense of transformation,
emotion and proportion.
He interpreted an incredible variety of characters : The Chatterbox
– Nadine – The Secretary – The Mute – Madame Pahud – The Avant
Garde Artist – Paulette – The Famer’s Wife – Papy Chollet – and
many more.
Discover a colourful array of a hundred hilarious endearing
mindboggling characters !
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