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Amy
Documentary, Music
This documentary chronicles the life of Amy Winehouse, a supremely gifted singer whose career was tragically cut short. It follows her journey from adolescence, where her vocal talent was evident, through her rise to fame and subsequent struggles with alcohol…
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Shine a Light
Documentary, Music
Martin Scorsese's concert film documents The Rolling Stones performing live at New York's Beacon Theatre during their A Bigger Bang tour. Shot over two nights in 2006 with a talented group of cinematographers, the movie blends powerful concert footage with…
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Marley
Music, Documentary
Bob Marley's extraordinary influence on music, history, and social change is unlike anything seen before. Directed by Academy Award winner Kevin Macdonald (The Last King of Scotland), MARLEY is the complete story of the musician, revolutionary, and icon, following his…
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Blackfish
Documentary
Blackfish examines the troubling effects of keeping highly intelligent and emotional animals like killer whales in captivity. The documentary focuses on Tilikum, a notorious orca who has been involved in the deaths of three people, including a trainer. It reveals…
7.8
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The Act of Killing
Documentary, History
This disturbing documentary features former Indonesian death squad leaders performing dramatizations of their past mass killings, using different film styles. The reenactments create a confusing mix of reality and fiction, revealing the lasting effects of Indonesia's 1965-66 anti-communist violence and…
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The Armstrong Lie
Documentary
In 2009, Alex Gibney began filming a documentary about Lance Armstrong's return to cycling. The film was paused when the doping scandal broke, and resumed after Armstrong admitted to doping. *The Armstrong Lie*, starting in 2013, offers a compelling, behind-the-scenes…
6.9
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Best of Enemies
Documentary, History
"Best Enemies" documents the 1968 nationally televised debates between liberal Gore Vidal and conservative William F. Buckley Jr., two prominent public intellectuals. Originally meant to discuss contemporary issues, their intense and often volatile clashes fundamentally changed public discourse in media.…
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Inside Job
Documentary, Crime
This film reveals the startling reality behind the 2008 economic crisis. The worldwide financial collapse, costing over $20 trillion, led to millions losing their homes and jobs. By thoroughly researching and interviewing key financial figures, politicians, and journalists, Inside Job…
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Tim's Vermeer
Documentary
Texas inventor Tim Jenison investigates a long-standing question in art history: How did Johannes Vermeer achieve such realistic painting, long before photography existed? Over ten years, Jenison's quest leads him to Holland, to the Yorkshire coast to consult artist David…
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Cave of Forgotten Dreams
Documentary
Filmmaker Werner Herzog receives rare permission to film within the Chauvet caves of southern France. His camera documents the world's oldest known cave paintings, offering a breathtaking look at early human artistry in their original environment.
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The Queen of Versailles
The Queen of Versailles is an epic story about billionaires Jackie and David Siegel and their pursuit of the American dream. The film begins with the construction of their extravagant, 90,000-square-foot mansion, modeled after the Palace of Versailles. Fueled by…
6.9
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Dixie Chicks: Shut Up and Sing
Music, Documentary
"Shut Up and Sing" documents the story of the Texas country band, the Dixie Chicks. After one brief comment criticizing President Bush, their number one song became hugely unpopular. Fans reacted with anger, rejecting their music, destroying CDs, and protesting…
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Room 237
Documentary
This documentary examines different interpretations of Stanley Kubrick’s film *The Shining*, exploring various theories about hidden meanings within the story. It presents five distinct perspectives, using narration, film excerpts, animation, and dramatized scenes to illustrate each viewpoint.
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Born Into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids
Documentary
This documentary follows the lives of child prostitutes in Kolkata's Songachi red-light district. Filmmaker Zana Briski initially intended to photograph the prostitutes, but she befriended their children. Briski started teaching the children photography, believing it could offer them a path…
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Gimme Danger
Documentary, Music
The Stooges uniquely blended raw, powerful music with psychedelic sounds, bluesy rhythms, and sharp, angry lyrics. Their charismatic frontman was a distinctive figure, embodying a mix of theatricality and rebellious energy. They were unlike any other band before them, yet…
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West of Memphis
Documentary
This documentary reveals the untold story of a desperate struggle for truth. Made by those who experienced it firsthand, the film offers unprecedented access to the defense's inner workings, showing the investigation, research, and appeals process in detail. It unveils…
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The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters
Documentary
A quiet arcade champion faces off against the legendary Donkey Kong world record holder in an epic gaming battle that captures the attention of the entire industry. For two decades, Billy Mitchell has held the top score, considered unbeatable. But…
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Metallica: Some Kind of Monster
Documentary, Music
Following bassist Jason Newsted's departure in 2001, heavy metal icons Metallica decide on an intervention. This documentary captures the band's journey as they work with a therapist to address two decades of bottled-up anger and aggression. While searching for a…
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Food, Inc.
Documentary
Documentary filmmaker Robert Kenner explores how large corporations now control every part of the American food system, from farming to restaurants and supermarkets. Narrated by Eric Schlosser, the film includes interviews with ordinary Americans about what they eat, insights from…
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Encounters at the End of the World
Documentary
Director Werner Herzog and cinematographer Peter Zeitlinger travel to Antarctica to document the lives of those who live and work there, and to film the continent's distinctive environments. Herzog’s narration states the film will deviate from conventional Antarctic documentaries focused…
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Life Itself
Documentary
This is the surprising and entertaining story of Roger Ebert (1942-2013), the celebrated film critic and cultural voice. It follows his early life as a bachelor, his Pulitzer Prize-winning career, his well-known and often lively collaboration with Gene Siskel, his…
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Restrepo
War, Documentary
Directors Hetherington and Junger spent a year with the 2nd Battalion of the U.S. Army in a dangerous valley in Afghanistan. The documentary offers insight into the unit's approach to overcoming the Taliban, focusing on their dedication, intense combat, and…
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Bowling for Columbine
Documentary, Drama
This film isn't about gun control. It explores the underlying anxieties of the United States and the 280 million Americans who can legally own a Uzi. Examining Columbine High School security footage, the home of NRA President Charlton Heston, a…
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The Fog of War
Documentary, TV Movie, History
The Fog of War uses archival footage, recordings of government meetings, and an interview with 85-year-old Robert McNamara to chronicle his life. It follows his journey from a promising young military officer during World War II, to president of Ford…
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The Corporation
Documentary
Following a late 18th-century legal ruling that established corporations as legal persons, they have become a powerful force in global economics, politics, and society. This film offers a psychological exploration of this corporate "person" through various real-world examples. The analysis…
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The Devil and Daniel Johnston
Documentary, Music
This 2005 documentary follows the life of Daniel Johnston, a singer, songwriter, and artist who lived with manic depression. It explores his life from childhood to the present, focusing on how his mental illness shaped his work, often expressing itself…
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Anvil! The Story of Anvil
Documentary, Music
Robb Reiner and Lips, best friends since they were 14, made a promise to play music together for life. Their band, Anvil, known as the "demi-gods of Canadian metal," inspired bands like Metallica, Slayer, and Anthrax. After a disastrous European…
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The Gatekeepers
Documentary, History, War
In a revealing set of interviews, six former heads of Israel's Shin Bet – the country's intelligence and security agency – discuss their involvement in decades of counterterrorism efforts. They address the controversial tactics employed and grapple with the question…
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Undefeated
Documentary
UNDEFEATED, from Dan Lindsay and T.J. Martin, follows three student-athletes from inner-city Memphis as they navigate a high school football season. The documentary captures their experiences and the efforts of a volunteer coach to support them both on and off…
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Young At Heart
Documentary
This film chronicles the final rehearsals of the Young at Heart Chorus in Northampton, Massachusetts, a group many members participate in despite facing significant health challenges. Their vibrant music challenges age stereotypes. While the chorus has previously toured Europe and…
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This Film Is Not Yet Rated
Documentary
Kirby Dick's documentary examines the Motion Picture Association of America's film rating system, exposing its often hidden and inconsistent methods. The film explores the organization's influence on culture and raises questions about potential favoritism toward certain studios. It highlights inconsistencies…
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Inside Deep Throat
Documentary
"Deep Throat," a low-budget adult film starring Linda Lovelace, was made in a Florida hotel in 1972. It unexpectedly became one of the most successful independent films ever. The film resonated with audiences and sparked debate about sexuality in cinema,…
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In the Shadow of the Moon
Documentary, History
This film features previously unseen archival footage from the original NASA recordings, alongside interviews with the astronauts who walked on the Moon. The interviews include Jim Lovell, Dave Scott, John Young, Gene Cernan, Mike Collins, Buzz Aldrin, Alan Bean, Edgar…
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The Eagle Huntress
Family, Documentary, Adventure
The film follows Aisholpan, a 13-year-old girl, as she trains to become the first woman in her family's twelve-generation history to become an eagle hunter. She strives to reach the highest level of a tradition traditionally passed down from father…
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Capturing the Friedmans
Documentary, Crime
This Oscar-nominated documentary examines the devastating story of a middle-class American family fractured by accusations of child sexual abuse against the father, Arnold, and son, Jesse. Director Jarecki interviews individuals connected to the case, exploring the question of whether their…
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Stories We Tell
Documentary
Sarah Polley, a Canadian actress and filmmaker, explores hidden aspects of her mother's past. She interviews family and friends, but their accounts differ depending on their connection to the events. This creates a series of unanswered questions, as memory is…
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An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power
Documentary
Ten years after the film *An Inconvenient Truth* raised awareness about climate change, this documentary follows Vice President Al Gore's ongoing efforts to drive an energy revolution. He travels the world, empowering people to become climate advocates and shaping international…
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6.6
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The Wolfpack
Documentary
Isolated in a Lower East Side apartment, the Angulo brothers discover the world through cinema. Known as "The Wolfpack," they recreate their favorite movies with homemade props and costumes. Their lives are disrupted when one brother escapes, leading to unforeseen…
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Jodorowsky's Dune
Documentary
In 1974, Chilean-French director Alejandro Jodorowsky attempted to adapt Frank Herbert's acclaimed 1969 novel, *Dune*, into a film. After two years and a significant investment, the ambitious project ultimately failed. However, the artists Jodorowsky assembled for the film went on…
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Jesus Camp
Documentary
Jesus Camp follows a Christian summer camp where children are taught to develop their spiritual abilities and prepare to "take back America for Christ." The film offers an unprecedented glimpse into this rigorous training environment, where young, devout Christians are…
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Grizzly Man
Documentary
This film chronicles the story of Timothy Treadwell, known as "Grizzly Man," and his thirteen summers spent living in a National Park in Alaska, dedicated to protecting grizzly bears. Through distinctive footage, the documentary offers an intimate look at a…
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Winged Migration
Documentary
This documentary explores the incredible journeys of different migratory bird species as they travel from their breeding grounds in the north to the equator and back, covering thousands of miles guided by the stars. These difficult trips are essential for…
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