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This documentary reveals the incredible, declassified true story of the "Canadian Caper" during the 1979 Iran Hostage Crisis. While 52 Americans were held captive, six diplomats managed to escape the embassy and hide. Facing certain capture and death, the CIA launched one of its most audacious operations: creating a fake Hollywood science-fiction film called Argo to provide the diplomats with a perfect cover. Posing as a Canadian film crew, the untrained diplomats embarked on the most dangerous journey of their lives, attempting to pass through airport security manned by Revolutionary Guards. This is the real, high-stakes deception that saved six Americans. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #RealStories #Argo #CIADeclassified

From 'In Korea with Norm Christie' Season 1, Episodes 1 & 3: The Korean War (1950-1953) is often called "The Forgotten War," but for 20,000 Canadians, it was a bloody conflict that defined a generation. This marathon explores Canada's crucial, yet often overlooked, role in defending South Korea against Communist forces. Discover the geopolitical forces that drew Canada into the conflict, the sheer desperation of the fighting, and the complex, fragile peace that continues to divide the Korean Peninsula today. A vital historical account of courage, survival, and a war that never truly ended. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #RealStories #KoreanWar #Battle

Noah Klieger was a French Jewish teenager whose life became a stunning tapestry of WWII's most defining moments. He witnessed the Dunkirk evacuation, smuggled Jewish children to safety, and was captured and sent to Auschwitz. 'Box For Life' reveals the extraordinary decision that saved his life: claiming to be a boxer. Follow Noah, the oldest active journalist and the last remnant of the Auschwitz boxing team, as he returns for the first time to the sites that marked his legendary life—from the beaches of Dunkirk to the gates of the death camp. This is a testament to courage, optimism, and unbreakable human resilience. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #RealStories #Survival #BoxForLife

The prosecution of President Donald Trump in Georgia marks an unprecedented chapter in US legal and political history. Following his 2020 election loss, Trump's actions and calls to state officials, including the contentious conversation with Georgia's Secretary of State, became the focal point of a major legal confrontation. This documentary explores the complex and divisive case, from the prelude to the prosecution and the core allegations, to the intricate legal maneuvers employed by his defense. We examine the firestorm of public and media reaction that highlights America's deep polarization, the expectations surrounding the trial's commencement, and the potential, far-reaching outcomes, including the constitutional question of accountability and the debate over future civil unrest. A critical examination of law, politics, and the resilience of American democratic foundations. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #RealStories #Trump #AmericanPolitics

While middle-class stability vanishes, a new elite is rising to unprecedented power. This premium investigative documentary draws back the curtain on the world's ultra rich, a group whose numbers have exploded from 140 to over 1,200 billionaires in just 25 years. Real Stories explores the geopolitical and economic forces fueling this massive concentration of wealth, examining the "visionary ideas" and immense personal projects these individuals pursue—projects that have massive repercussions on all of us. Featuring compelling analysis and exclusive glimpses into the world of luxury, finance, and influence, this film asks: is this extreme wealth a sign of global success or a dangerous distortion of power? A vital watch for anyone concerned about the future of the global economy and the growing power of the 0.1%. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #RealStories #Billionaires #Leadership

An in-depth documentary chronicling the 1984 escape of the Mecklenburg Six, the largest death row prison breakout in US history. Discover how six convicted murderers—including notorious serial killers like the Briley brothers—outsmarted guards at a high-security Virginia prison using homemade weapons and disguises. This is the inside story of the 19-day nationwide manhunt that gripped the US, revealing shocking security failures, the terror of nearby residents, and the eventual capture of some of America's most dangerous criminals. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #RealStories #PrisonBreak #Prison

From 'CIA Declassified', Series 1, Episode 5: Following the devastating 1983 Beirut Marine Barracks bombing—the largest terror attack against Americans at the time—CIA Director William Casey allegedly sanctioned a personal, "off-the-books" operation for revenge. This documentary unearths the true, top-secret story of the illegal car bomb attack aimed at Sheikh Fadlala, the man the CIA mistakenly believed led Hezbollah. Discover how this colossal intelligence failure, which killed 83 innocents, exposed the limits of American power and catalyzed the radical creation of the CIA's modern Counterterrorism Center and its lethal drone program. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #RealStories #CIADeclassified #Terrorism

From 'Struggle For Justice', Season 1, Episode 3, 5, 6: Three men. Three lives destroyed by lies, cover-ups, and a deeply flawed justice system. This premium documentary from Real Stories examines the shocking true stories of Felix Mishu, Rejean H., and Donald Marshall Jr., who collectively spent decades in prison for crimes they did not commit. From a key witness's taped confession being deliberately hidden to a police officer's corruption tearing apart a family, discover the relentless fight to prove innocence against overwhelming systemic resistance. This is more than a true crime story; it's a deep dive into judicial failures and the incredible endurance of the human spirit. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #RealStories #Justice #Crime

Meet The Vigilantes. When graffiti exploded in US cities, a counter-movement of anti-graffiti crusaders rose up—the Buffers. 'Vigilante, vigilante") dives into the tense, often violent conflict between graffiti writers and the obsessive individuals who've taken the law into their own hands, such as the notorious "Silver Circle" and Fred Radkkey. From the Broken Windows Theory that justifies their crusade to the bizarre reality of buffers committing more vandalism than the writers they hunt, this documentary explores the battle for public space, freedom of expression, and why some believe breaking the law is the only way to save the community. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #RealStories #Graffiti #StreetArt

Step onto the field where legends were made and a forgotten era of American baseball comes to life. This documentary tells the incredible story of the most talented Black players in the game who, for decades, were barred from the major leagues. Instead of giving up, they built their own leagues, traveling across the country as baseball's original nomads. From packed stadiums for their famous All-Star games to barnstorming against white major league superstars, these athletes played for the love of the game, a living, and for something more. This is a story of incredible talent, fierce rivalries, and the heartbreaking journey toward justice, revealing how a group of players and their leagues changed the sport forever. Witness the highs and lows of a life on the road and hear the powerful first-hand accounts that reveal the spirit and resilience of true sporting pioneers. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com

'Playing God' takes an unflinching look at Kenneth Feinberg, the polarizing "Master of Disaster," tasked by the U.S. government and major corporations to administer compensation funds for some of America's most profound tragedies and financial crises—from 9/11 Victims Compensation to the BP Oil Spill and the AIG Executive Pay Cap. The film delves into the impossible ethical, political, and human dilemmas of putting a numerical value on human loss and injury. We hear from Feinberg himself, the families who view him as either a callous number-cruncher or an essential administrator, and the corporate entities he has scrutinized. It's a gripping exploration of American justice, corporate accountability, and what happens when the deepest human grief meets the coldest calculation. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #RealStories #HumanCrisis #Compensation

'Frenemies: Putin and Trump' delves into the unprecedented and tumultuous relationship between President Donald Trump and President Vladimir Putin. Explore the geopolitical drama from the jubilant reaction in Moscow to the 2016 election to the fallout of the Mueller investigation, US sanctions, and foreign policy clashes in Syria and Ukraine. Featuring expert analysis, discover what drove their mutual admiration, why their "affair" ultimately failed, and the lasting impact on US-Russia relations and global security. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #RealStories #Trump #Putin