Eric Matthies

Killing the Messenger: The Deadly Cost of News

Tricia Todd, Eric Matthies

Florence Aubenas, Mikhail Afanasiev

Murder is the leading cause of work related deaths for journalists as censorship increases worldwide. In addition to those who have been killed, dozens have been attacked, kidnapped, or forced into exile in connection with their coverage of crime and corruption. Journalists reporting from Mexico, Russia and the conflict zones of Iraq, Afghanistan and Syria tell their personal stories of kidnapping, intimidation, and beatings. They've experienced the loss of colleagues in the field and have been close to death themselves. Their stories are heartfelt, captivating, engaging and at moments - unbelievable.

DC Films Presents Dawn of the Justice League

Eric Matthies

Henry Cavill, Ray Fisher

A documentary special taking a look at the upcoming films making up the DC Universe. Kevin Smith hosts with Geoff Johns, as they take a look at Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice, Suicide Squad, the upcoming Wonder Woman and Justice League movies.

True Guardians of the Earth

Eric Matthies

Rico Rodriguez, David Wenham

Rico Rodríguez from "Modern Family" and David Wenham from "Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole" explore the lives, biology, and secrets of owls who call various lands in this world home. The hosts also interview scientists and environmentalists who encourage viewers to become more aware of the dangers facing owls around the world.

Under the Hood

Eric Matthies

Ted Friend, Stephen McHattie

Stars from the Watchmen movie team up in the amazing live-action/CGI Under the Hood, based on Nite Owl's powerful firsthand account of how the hooded adventurers came into existence.

One Summer in Austin: The Story of Filming 'A Scanner Darkly'

Eric Matthies

Richard Linklater, Philip K. Dick

A unique documentary that interlaces archival interviews with author Philip K. Dick with chats featuring cast and crew. Discussed are the origins of the story, parallels the cast and crew sees to the goings-on in today's world, and adapting the story for film, modern audiences, and its unique look.

The Weight of the Line: Animation Tales

Eric Matthies

Richard Linklater

A behind-the scenes look at the grueling one-year process of transferring the filmed images into the unique animation style featured in the final version of the movie.

The Phenomenon: The Comic That Changed Comics

Eric Matthies

Malin Åkerman, Jackie Earle Haley

The history and impact of the graphic novel Watchmen.

Accelerating Design: The New Batmobile

Eric Matthies

Sal Masekela, Dennis McCarthy

Hosted by extreme sports commentator Sal Maskela, this featurette interviews the design team behind BvS's reinvention of Batman's vehicle led by production designer Patrick Tatopoulos and special vehicles designer Dennis McCarthy who took four months to deliver the final, working vehicle.

End of Truth

Tricia Todd, Eric Matthies

A powerful investigation into the political and criminal enterprise of kidnappings as ISIS rose to power in war torn Syria. It inter cuts exclusive footage with interviews of negotiators, investigators, fixers and even a used car salesman who are caught up in the confusion.