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Discovery Channel - Spying Game (1999)

Posted By: notbanned

Date: 8 Mar 2015 23:52:58

Hollywood makes spies look invincible, but the reality is more dangerous than any screenwriter can invent. Go deep undercover in a world where no one is who -or what - they seem and one mistake could affect thousands - even millions - of innocent people. With vicious double-crosses and nerve-wracking action that takes place mostly in the shadows, the life of a spy is no game - it's deadly serious! Narrated by Alan Bates, Spying Game reveals the history, technology and techniques of the world of espionage. From the message-carrying pigeons and early radio transmitters of the Second World War, through to the Cold War climate of bugged embassies, satellites and double agents, all the secrets of spying are uncovered. The glamour of James Bond's lifestyle may be missing, but the spirit of bravery and ingenuity is all there, as are the gadgets. With contributions from US, British, German and Russian agents, The Spying Game is a revealing glimpse into a mysterious and sometimes shocking world.

Part 1: Tools of the Trade
When can an ordinary matchbox become a murder weapon? In the hands of a spy, that's when! Here's a top-secret look at some of the most ingenious - and deadly - tools used to get the goods on the enemy. Insiders will reveal how something like a fountain pen can be used to uncover clandestine information - if you can keep you mouth shut, that is!
Sophisticated tools are the mainstay of successful espionage, from microdots to matchbox camera, forgeries to fake talcom powder tins. These intricate eavesdropping devices convey secrets of a nation to the enemy. Find out how they all work.

Part 2: Cloak and Dagger
They're a whole different breed- the assassins and the saboteurs who swiftly and quietly neutralize the deadliest elements of the enemy's game. Discover the super secret weapons at their disposal. Learn the clever ways used to transmit highly sensitive communications, right under the nose of their foe - where one slip can cost them their lives.
Assassins and saboteurs, trained in the deadly WWII web of espionage, explain top secret weapons and the rules of the game. Communication can make or break an agent, and transmitting behind enemy lines is a life or death venture for these spies. Find out how they did it.

Part 3: To Catch a Spy
To most patrons of a certain Berlin cafe, the man with the magazine under his arm is just another customer. But to the three or four other spies watching him, he's one of them. Only problem - which side is he on - this week? In a world where loyalties change with the wind - or a better offer - counterespionage is a necessity. Enter this complex maze where friends suddenly become foes - and you may be the next target.
Since WWII, the US and Britain have developed more sophisticated satellite airplane tactics, in some cases making the secret agent obsolete. Explore the world of counterespionage.

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