Movies Similar to The Frank Truth (2001)

In 2016, a young Australian filmmaker documented amateur inventor Peter Madsen for a year. Then, Madsen brutally murdered Kim Wall aboard his homemade submarine. The film reveals the shocking story of a…

The film explores how media empires, spearheaded by Rupert Murdoch’s Fox News, have driven television news to a lowest-common-denominator approach. It offers a detailed examination of Fox News and the societal dangers…

What exactly happened during the negotiations? What were the compromises made by the government to end the wave of violence? Who ordered the assassinations of Falcone and Borsellino? How has the Mafia…

This film offers a unique look at how the Iraq War was viewed internationally, through the lens of Al Jazeera, the most-watched news organization in the Arab world. Frequently accused by the…

George Carlin, a legendary stand-up comedian, tackles current social issues in this special. He mixes his sharp wit with commentary on politics, humorously criticizing politicians and policies that puzzle him, as well…

Director Makhmalbaf breaks from tradition by holding open auditions, attracting hundreds of hopefuls. Instead of rejecting this large response, he chooses to make a film about the casting process itself – the…

This exclusive look behind the scenes reveals the creative process of a beloved summer camp comedy that launched the careers of many now-famous actors.

The year after 9/11, journalist Claude Baechtold, who doesn't support war, is unexpectedly pulled into the war zone of Afghanistan. Two determined reporters take him on a journey across the country.

Iraq saw two wars: a military one, and a war waged through the media. While the military conflict received extensive coverage, the media's part in it largely went unnoticed. Now, independent filmmaker…

Rich Peppiatt satirizes the newspaper industry by targeting unethical editors. He uses playful pranks and interviews with prominent figures from journalism, comedy, and politics to humorously reveal the hypocrisy within contemporary news.

This film explores Austria's most popular newspaper, the Kronen Zeitung, which has 2.7 million readers – nearly half of the entire Austrian press market. Reflecting Austrian society, the newspaper offers insight into…

These leaders – Hitler, Amin, Stalin, Kim Jong Il, Saddam Hussein, Ceausescu, Bokassa, Gaddafi, Khomeini, Mussolini, and Franco – ruled their nations detached from reality. Driven by the very nature of power,…

Daniel and Emmanuel Leconte, a father-and-son directing team, have created a new documentary honoring the eleven journalists from the French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo who died in the January 2015 attack carried…

For years, the journalists at El Watan, a prominent Algerian newspaper, have worked out of a temporary office, hoping for a new building that represents their independence. This film follows them inside…

What does it take to capture a lifetime in just 500 words? "OBIT" offers a unique look inside the New York Times' obituary department. It follows the staff as they navigate the…

"Hitler's Folly" imagines a world where Adolf Hitler found success as an artist, choosing animation over politics. The film explores the potential consequences of this alternate path, envisioning a life for Hitler…

"American Milo" documents British journalist Milo Yiannopoulos during a week-long media tour in Los Angeles. A controversial figure, Milo is known for his flamboyant personality, love of attention, and unapologetically conservative views,…

Reverend Billy, also known as Bill Talen, is an actor and performance artist and a prominent voice in the anti-globalization movement. He uses theater to promote social and political change, aiming to…

The film exposes the methods of disinformation, including deception, obfuscation, manipulation, and false neutrality. It examines how the powerful media and political establishment were revealed by a group using alternative media. The…

When traditional values are abandoned, anything can be the subject of humor. A collection of reality television shows too outrageous for mainstream networks, brought to you by the creators at National Lampoon.

In Japan, a quiet understanding exists between the government and the major news outlets: journalists generally avoid harsh criticism, and the government provides access to specific information through press conferences. Isoko Mochizuki,…

Journalists Johan Persson and Martin Schibbye recount their harrowing experience in the Ethiopian desert, detailing scenes of executions and fabricated terrorism accusations. They were detained before they could report on the conflict…

The CORONA.FILM prologue examines the science of the pandemic from its earliest stages, exploring the initial responses. The film aims to present a comprehensive account of events, avoiding blame and striving for…

Masha Drokova is a promising young member of Nashi, a popular nationalistic youth organization in Russia. Driven and eager, she wholeheartedly supports Vladimir Putin's vision for a stronger Russia, and her organizational…

As the publishing world changes, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, a long-respected newspaper, is trying out new ways to report stories as it prepares for the end of its print edition in the digital…

Abby Martin's documentary *Earth's Greatest Enemy* exposes a little-known factor in the climate crisis: the U.S. military's position as the world's biggest polluter. Through firsthand accounts from veterans, scientists, and local residents,…

This documentary explores the phenomenon of *Spitting Image*, the satirical puppet show that premiered in 1984. It examines the show's cultural impact, featuring clips of its most iconic moments and perspectives from…

Daniel Leconte's documentary, *It's Hard Being Loved by Jerks*, examines the events of 2004: the murder of Dutch filmmaker Theo van Gogh by an Islamic extremist and the subsequent publication of twelve…

This film examines the decline of democracy and freedom of the press in the United States and around the world.

In Slovakia, the brutal murder of a young investigative journalist and his fiancée sparks the country's largest protests since the end of communism. The investigation takes a dramatic turn when a leaked…

"War on Whistleblowers: Free Press and the National Security State" examines four instances where individuals with inside knowledge of government misconduct went to the press to reveal fraud and abuse. The film…

This short, satirical film uses only archival footage to explore the British Empire, a realm where the sun never sets. The humor comes from the contrast between historical images and the voices…

The film presents a series of loosely connected scenes featuring Nick Cave, Blixa Bargeld, Nina Hagen, and Lene Lovich. It is inspired by Voltaire's satirical novel "Candide."

Over twenty sports journalists, primarily from major television networks (BeIN Sports, RMC Sport, France Télévisions, Canal+, TF1) and publications (L'Équipe, Radio France), share their experiences of anger, discouragement, and powerlessness. They recount…

This film examines the ongoing dangers journalists encounter in Mexico while reporting on corruption and drug-related politics. Their work has resulted in intimidation, silencing, and the deaths of many in their profession.

This animated satire explores how African American women navigate societal expectations of beauty, particularly concerning hair. The film presents a fast-paced look at the tools used to achieve a desired aesthetic –…

A New Jersey family learns their drinking water is contaminated by deadly poisons leaking from a nearby landfill.