Ama Dabkam - Beyond The Void

Directed By: Ingvar Thorisson
Country: Iceland
Runtime: 60 Mins
Language: English/Icelandic
Year of Production: 2008

2008 Awards

This is a film about two ordinary guys who want to climb big mountains, and their adventure with one of the most famous mountaineers of our times: Simon Yates "the man with the knife" who became world famous in the film "Touching the Void."

These three mountaineers were part of an expedition to climb Ama Dablam, the 6.856m high peak mountain in the Himalaya. A previous expedition in 2006 ended as a human disaster when an Englishman, two Swedes and 3 Sherpas died in an avalanche in Camp 3.

In 2008 this expedition is hoping not to suffer the same fate�

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Australia to Everest

Director: Troy Gray  
Country: Australia
Runtime: 45’
Language: English
Year: 2006

An inexperienced trekking group embarks on the journey of a lifetime to the doorstep of the world’s tallest peak! The documentary focuses on 13 people as they make their way to Mt Everest base camp as well as to the summit of Kala Pattar for uninterrupted views of Mt Everest.

The group organised by TV presenter Troy Gray will trek the more remote trails along the far side of the Khumbu valley, savouring the high mountain views from selected campsites in the company of Sherpa guides, whose knowledge and passion for trekking in this region add a further dimension to this memorable trek.

From the searing heat of Australia to the unforgiving chill of the Himalayan peaks, this enthralling excursion has many highlights. It includes the infamous flight on a small Yeti Airlines plane from Kathmandu to Lukla where landing on a runway that you have to see to believe on the side of 2000 metres mountain; the ever-changing landscape along the 9-day trek to Base Camp. The excitement of the group upon their first glimpse of Mt Everest! The beauty and culture of the Nepalese people and the awe-inspiring views from almost 6 kilometres above sea level – breath taking makes this documentary film a feel good experience!

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Adelaide to Kokoda

Director: Troy Gray  
Country: Australia
Runtime: 67’
Language: English
Year: 2007

This documentary film takes a diverse group of people out of their comfort zones and into one of the most remote locations on the planet! They are removed from the solace of their context and secure lifestyles of Australia into the rugged and unforgiving jungles of Papua New Guinea, the last frontier!

Television host Troy Gray leads the 12-person party along the north-coast of Papua New Guinea and then along the entire length of the unforgiving 96km Kokoda Trail. This trail is one of the world's great treks, linking the southern and northern coast of Papua New Guinea, and has a history of bitter fighting between Australian and Japanese armies in World War II. The trail passes through rugged mountainous country, jungles of fern, orchids, birds and clean mountain streams that tumble into steep valleys.

Our trekkers will visit remote villages that are rarely visited by outsiders experiencing the hospitality of the Koiari and Orokaiva people in the 'land of a thousand cultures’.

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Highlights of The Heysen

Director: Troy Gray  
Country: Australia
Runtime: 45’
Language: English
Year: 2008

The Heysen Trail, one of the world's great long distance walking trails, passes through some of Australia's most diverse & breathtaking landscapes. It traverses coastal areas, native bushland, rugged gorges, pine forests and vineyards, as well as rich farmland and historic towns.

The Heysen Trail is a 1,200 km walking trail in South Australia that extends from Cape Jervis, on the rugged south coast of the Fleurieu Peninsula, to Parachilna Gorge, in the Flinders Ranges.

Television host Troy Gray treks completes the journey with14 inspiring individuals and a host of sporting and media personalities!

The trail passes through a wide range of environments including spectacular Australian coasts and sea-cliffs, conservation parks, state forests and rural landscapes. There are also outback gorges and rangelands, and acclaimed tourist destinations, including the Barossa Valley and Wilpena Pound.

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Road Trip

Runtime: 5x30min
Language: English

Embark on a road trip with hosts Soo Kui Jien and Rosalind Pho as they show you the sights and sounds of Malaysia in 15 days!

Kicking off the road trip from Johor Bahru, Kui Jien and Rosalind will embark on the fun ride up the East Coast of Malaysia from Desaru to Kota Bahru, armed with only a Road Map and oodles of enthusiasm!

It will be a fun and adventurous discovery ride as they sample the culinary delicacies and the delights of the markets at the various villages, towns and stopover points, explore the scenic wonders, stumble upon interesting finds, and experience the colourful culture and way of life of the Malaysian East Coast.

It will be a gastronomic feast for the tastebuds. But you will also be treated to a feast for the eyes and senses as you soak in the beautiful unspoiled coastal scenery and the paradise beaches

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Asia's Best Kept Secrets

Country: Singapore
Runtime: 30x23 Mins
Language: English
Year of Production: 2005-07

From ancient cities and almost-forgotten villages, to bizarre rituals and rare talents, this series explores the road less travelled to bring you some of these uncommon places in Asia, known only to locals, and extolled with pride from the people who are guardians of these secrets.

This season, discover the royal legends from Indonesia and Thailand, and uncover the unique spots in Asia – from a Utensils Museum in Ahmadabad, India, to a steel-structure church in the Philippines, and a coral reef rock with a profile that looks like President Richard Nixon in Kaoshiung, Taiwan.

Be it a quiet spot in the centre of the city or difficult-to-get-to places in the sea, Asia’s Best Kept Secrets will bring you places... mostly well-hidden, but intrinsically well-worth discovering.

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India Unveiled

Country: Singapore
Runtime: 6x23 Mins
Language: English
Year of Production: 2007

India Unveiled is a discovery of the little secrets that lie in this treasure trove country called India.

This programme takes you from unexplored natural wonders to exotic holiday hideaways and leaves you amazed by what this incredible country has to offer.

Visit a hidden paradise called Sikkim, the romantic fort-city of Mandu, the world’s largest delta and mangrove forest called Sunderbans and even Ramoji film city, the largest film studio in the world, India Unveiled will uncover some of the finest India’s best kept secrets.

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Into the Realms of Shangrila

Country: Singapore
Runtime: 6x23 Mins
Language: English
Year of Production: 2008

Journey and venture out into the remote Tibetan Plateau designated as Shangri-La by the Chinese, and pictured as the untouched paradise in James Hilton’s novel “Lost Horizon”. Travel into a Tibetan valley of snow-capped mountains where harmony reigns, where Gods walk among the people, and where man and nature embrace. This distant land is in the western end of Yunnan, in Greater Tibet, but the journey there will take us into the “realms of Shangri-La” – the utopia envisioned by James Hilton, and the areas which were opened to the world only recently.

This journey off the beaten track offers a rare glimpse of a distant world unchanged for thousands of years. The search will be if utopia does exist in these once untouched worlds and how these once remote areas are coping with modern influences. What is the unique experience for those who come to this part of the world?

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Luxury India

Country: Singapore
Runtime: 8x23 Mins
Language: English
Year of Production: 2007

From major cities of India like Mumbai and Delhi to the luxurious beaches of Goa, Luxury India will take your audience to the classiest hotels, most noted high-end shopping spots and finest restaurants, bars and clubs in India.

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