BYUtv Documentaries

All Episodes 2007 - 2016

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  • 2007-03-31T04:00:00Z
  • 1m
  • 15m (15 episodes)
  • United States
  • Documentary, Family, Special Interest

16 episodes

Special 1 The Making of Silent Night

  • 2012-11-22T05:00:00Z1m

A behind-the-scenes film about the making of Silent Night, the 2012 documentary about true story behind the most popular Christmas carol of all time.

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2007-03-31T04:00:00Z

2007x01 Acts of God, Part 1: A Time of Need

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2007x01 Acts of God, Part 1: A Time of Need

  • 2007-03-31T04:00:00Z1m

This four-part documentary explores the humanitarian aid program of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Travel from Mississippi to Ghana to Indonesia and discover the stories of the individuals who are touched by the program’s great effort.

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2010x01 David O. McKay: What E'er Thou Art, Act Well Thy Part

  • 2010-11-21T05:00:00Z1m

This documentary follows the life and accomplishments of David O. McKay, 9th president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His life as a husband, father, educational leader, and man of God unfolds in in-depth interviews from friends, associates, and family members.

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2011x01 Fires of Faith, Part 1: Yearning for the Word

  • 2011-10-06T04:00:00Z1m

PART 1: Discover the history of the English Reformation and learn about the varying roles Martin Luther, William Tyndale, and King Henry VIII had in its development. -- FIRES OF FAITH: If the martyrs who brought the King James Bible into existence could still talk to us today, they would most certainly tell the tales of international politics, intrigue, subversion, bloodshed, fire, and the runaway libido of King Henry VIII that were the backdrop of its creation. These stories, along with a modern, scholarly perspective of the 16th century book, are presented in BYUtv's Fires of Faith: The Coming Forth of The King James Bible, a series of films which celebrate the 400th anniversary of one of the most enduring pieces of writing in the history of humanity.

PART 2: Gutenberg's revolutionary printing press aided the Protestant Reformation and sped up the printing of illegal Bibles being smuggled to England. Within a year, many influential "heretics" were betrayed, imprisoned, and martyred for their belief. -- FIRES OF FAITH: If the martyrs who brought the King James Bible into existence could still talk to us today, they would most certainly tell the tales of international politics, intrigue, subversion, bloodshed, fire, and the runaway libido of King Henry VIII that were the backdrop of its creation. These stories, along with a modern, scholarly perspective of the 16th century book, are presented in BYUtv's Fires of Faith: The Coming Forth of The King James Bible, a series of films which celebrate the 400th anniversary of one of the most enduring pieces of writing in the history of humanity.

PART 3: In 1604, England's King James orders a new translation of the Bible. Seven years, 54 scholars, and one of the greatest committee efforts in history result in the most widely used book ever written. -- FIRES OF FAITH: If the martyrs who brought the King James Bible into existence could still talk to us today, they would most certainly tell the tales of international politics, intrigue, subversion, bloodshed, fire, and the runaway libido of King Henry VIII that were the backdrop of its creation. These stories, along with a modern, scholarly perspective of the 16th century book, are presented in BYUtv's Fires of Faith: The Coming Forth of The King James Bible, a series of films which celebrate the 400th anniversary of one of the most enduring pieces of writing in the history of humanity.

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2012-10-06T04:00:00Z

2012x01 Journey to Temple Hill

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2012x01 Journey to Temple Hill

  • 2012-10-06T04:00:00Z1m

The history of Brigham Young University from early Provo and the establishment of the academy to the construction of the Maeser Building on what was known as "Temple Hill."

2012-11-22T05:00:00Z

2012x02 Silent Night

2012x02 Silent Night

  • 2012-11-22T05:00:00Z1m

The powerful true story behind the most popular Christmas carol of all time. Joseph Mohr is assigned to be the new assistant priest in Oberndorf, a small Austrian town near Salzburg. But Mohr's decision to organize a church choir that includes outcasts from the local tavern and who perform in German instead of Latin sets him on a collision course with his superior, Father Noestler.

Learn about the 1912 exodus of members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from the conflict in Mexico to the Texas border town of El Paso.

2012-10-07T04:00:00Z

2012x04 Utah's White Palace

2012x04 Utah's White Palace

  • 2012-10-07T04:00:00Z1m

A unique behind-the-scenes look at the history and structure of Utah's White Palace: The Hotel Utah.

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2014-11-27T05:00:00Z

2014x01 Handel's Messiah

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2014x01 Handel's Messiah

  • 2014-11-27T05:00:00Z1m

In this BYUtv original production, take a look at Handel's life leading up to his debut of the Messiah. See performances of the Messiah, and travel to some of the locations where Handel once lived.

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2015-11-26T05:00:00Z

2015x01 Joan of Arc

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2015x01 Joan of Arc

  • 2015-11-26T05:00:00Z1m

Could a nineteen-year-old girl change the course of history simply by faith? From ordinary farm girl to extraordinary hero, the life of Joan of Arc was one of conviction and courage. Fifteenth-century France was devastated by an ongoing war in which women did not fight. Yet Joan heeded the counsel of angels and transformed into a military leader--something her country needed, but many feared. In this BYUtv original special, discover the stalwart spirit, military prowess, and enduring influence of Joan of Arc.

In celebration of the completion and dedication of the Provo City Center Temple, BYUtv created an original one-hour program, Beauty for Ashes: The Story of the Provo City Center Temple, to commemorate the fascinating history and cultural significance of the building. Expert commentary and touching personal stories paint an inspiring and interesting picture of the Provo City Center Temple as not only a building, but a miraculous symbol of resilience and rebirth.

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