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It is known simply as "The Institute." For decades, the Mossad has been synonymous with ruthless efficiency, daring heists, and surgical strikes. But before it became a legend, it was a desperate gamble. In this premiere episode of The History of Mossad, we go back to 1949. The State of Israel is less than two years old, surrounded by enemies, and fighting for its very survival. Out of the chaos of underground militias and the smoke of the War of Independence, a decision is made to create a centralized intelligence body—one that would operate in the deepest shadows. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com

Meet The Squad: four fearless women of color under fifty elected in the 2018 United States House of Representatives elections. They are Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York, Ayanna Pressley of Massachusetts, Ilhan Omar of Minnesota, and Rashida Tlaib of Michigan. This new crop of tough political leaders represent the left wing of the Democratic Party and the demographic diversity of a younger generation. They advocate progressive new policies such as the Green New Deal, which have sometimes clashed with their party's leadership. Get to know The Squad in this hard-hitting new political documentary. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com

Adolf Hitler’s regime of terror and destruction inflicted brutal horrors throughout the Third Reich. Ideas of making Germany great again and establishing a pure race indoctrinated the German people to support him indefinitely. The Nazi Regime under Adolf Hitler imposed some of the most insane forms of eugenics and medical experiments the world has ever seen. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com

In this episode, we spend 24 non-stop hours inside Jerusalem—a city holy to billions, but claimed by two nations. From the pre-dawn call to prayer echoing over the Old City to the intense security checkpoints and the unexpected nightlife of West Jerusalem, we take you beyond the headlines and onto the streets. This isn't just a travel guide. It’s a deep dive into the delicate balance of life in the Holy City. We navigate the invisible borders between the Armenian, Christian, Jewish, and Muslim quarters, witnessing how three major faiths coexist in a space smaller than an airport terminal. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com

Both scientific and deeply personal, The Checklist Effect is a feature length documentary for anyone who's ever had surgery, or loved someone who has. Inspired by Atul Gawande's award-winning book The Checklist Manifesto. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com

With extraordinary access, this film follows the children trapped in the dangerous world of drug running; exploring how they got into it and why they can’t get out. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com

July 15, 1997, Gianni Versace, the most famous fashion designer in the world, sets out alone on his morning walk to pick up his newspapers and magazines. Since his arrival in Florida, Versace has been followed by an envious admirer; a desperate loser turned serial killer who has traveled 2000 miles to destroy him. Andrew Cunanan is obsessed with Versace and has been carrying a seven-year grudge that has grown into a desire to kill the celebrity, a man he met only briefly. Through exclusive interviews with his intimates, combined with archive and dramatic reconstruction, Versace's last day alive is mapped out, and the dramatic events that led to his brutal murder are replayed. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com

Why is the United States suddenly so obsessed with Greenland? It’s the world’s largest island, but for centuries, Greenland was seen by many as a frozen frontier at the edge of the map. In this video, historian Matt Lewis peels back the layers of history—from Indigenous Inuit origins and the mysterious Norse settlements to Danish rule and modern self-governance. We investigate why the U.S., China, and Russia are all watching this island closely. From Cold War military legacy to the modern race for resources, find out why the future of global power might just be decided in the North. 0:00 Introduction 1:23 Prehistory 2:50 Viking Age 7:50 Rediscovery 9:21 Polar Exploration 11:30 World War Two 13:35 The Cold War 19:14 Modern Era We investigate why the U.S., China, and Russia are all watching this island closely. From Cold War military legacy to the modern race for resources, find out why the future of global power might just be decided in the North. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com

This documentary brings you face-to-face with Luis, a high-level member of the Sinaloa Cartel in Culiacán, Mexico, the cartel's notorious home base. The filmmaker gains unprecedented access to Luis’s secret life, revealing the sheer luxury bought with drug money, including 17 properties and exotic animals. However, this wealth is built on a dark foundation. The crew is rushed and threatened, experiencing firsthand the intense paranoia and strict rules imposed by the cartel's high command. The journey takes a terrifying turn as the drug lord reveals his illegal operations: a massive stockpile and a hidden laboratory producing deadly fentanyl, the synthetic opioid fueling an international crisis. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com

Contrasting cultures on faith and personal identity: Danish confirmation students and Japanese Buddhists who reflect upon being members of the sect behind a terrorist attack in Tokyo, in a philosophical film about religious faith. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com

Restored by The Paley Center, David Susskind's extraordinary interview with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., which originally aired on June 9, 1963. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com

American Trial, a documentary examining the trial of NYPD Officer Daniel Pantaleo for the killing of Eric Garner, uses real-life witnesses and actual evidence to explore accountability, race, and police/civilian relations in New York City and beyond, using the trial as a conduit. Instagram - @realstoriesdocs Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com