This week in streaming: Celine Dion, cult series and new perspectives

This week in streaming: Celine Dion, cult series and new perspectives

Berlin (dpa) - This week, spectators can discover various exciting documentary and series in the media libraries that both maintain and address important social issues.

A look at Celine Dions moving story

With her impressive voice and her touching appearances, the singer Celine Dion has conquered the hearts of many fans. Her latest challenges, including the announcement that she is suffering from the rare Stiff-Personal syndrome, are discussed in the new documentary «céline dion-rise of a diva» . This document is part of the ARTE media library and not only gives the viewers insight into their personal life, but also into their far-reaching career, which started winning the Eurovision Song Contest 36 years ago. The documentary shows humorous and sensitive reviews for this legendary evening, as well as Dion's development from shy girl to the global pop icon. The documentary is broadcast on television by July 31, and it is available online until September.

Approach important topics through entertainment

The documentary about Celine Dion comes at a time when awareness of rare diseases and its effects on the life of those affected. By opening the singer with her illness, an important conversation about the challenges and the courage that people have to raise is initiated. Such stories convey hope and show that despite difficulties, a bright spot can exist.

iconic return: «Somehow and anyway»

parallel to the documentary, the cult series «somehow and anyway» by Franz Xaver Bogner celebrates its comeback in the ARD Mediathek. This nostalgic series plays in the 1960s and addresses the dreams and fights of young people who are looking for freedom and adventure. With its laconic humor, the series conveys a feeling of the spirit of optimism of that time. The first two new episodes are available until August 22nd and are reminiscent of an era that arouses many significant memories for many spectators. Here it becomes clear how the need for freedom and self -realization survives generations.

social issues in «Simple»

Another important streaming offer is the Spanish series "Simple" , which illuminates the realities of young women with intellectual disabilities. In this five-part series that can be seen in the ZDF media library, the protagonists fight for their self-determination in a society that often does not respond to their needs. The comedy and the fighting spirit of the characters invite the audience to think about inclusion and social norms and to recognize the challenges associated with them.

conclusion: more than just entertainment

The current streaming offers show that media not only serve to serve, but also help to take up important social issues and to initiate discussions. Whether it is the moving path of Celine Dion, the memories of a carefree time or the challenges of people with disabilities - these productions ask the audience to open the eyes for different perspectives and to develop empathy.

- Nag