Movies Similar to The Light They Cast (2025)

Director S.R. Bindler's documentary explores a peculiar Texan competition where contestants compete by holding onto a truck with one hand for as long as they can. The film follows these determined individuals…

This film examines a relationship's breakdown through memories and brief moments. The stunning scenery reflects the characters' emotional journey, visually capturing their love and loss with a familiar feeling. As pain fades,…

Filmmakers Robert Kenner and Melissa Robledo, along with authors Michael Pollan and Eric Schlosser, examine the complicated modern food system. This documentary provides a detailed look at how our daily food supply…

An Iranian filmmaker connects with a young Palestinian photojournalist through video calls. The photojournalist shares her experiences of living under confinement in Gaza amidst the ongoing regional conflict.

This short documentary, directed by Jamie Hughes, offers a glimpse into the lives of the nuns at St. Mary's Abbey in West Malling, home to an Anglican Benedictine Community. The film features…

This is a groundbreaking, intimate, and controversial historical record of a millennial performance artist. The film offers an unprecedented look at their work: using urine, video, and the internet to challenge societal…

This documentary features firsthand accounts from people of color who attended Miami University during its "Public Ivy" era, spanning from 1970 to the early 2000s.

Luce is an animated film about a mechanic. It explores the character of a man who initially appears primitive, unintelligent, and rough. The film demonstrates that what seems like primitiveness is complex,…

Himuro receives a message on his phone from his son Yuta, a high school student. The message simply says "Revenge," followed by a picture of Yuta looking resentful and gagged. The message…

This is a heartwarming story about seven-year-old conjoined twins who were initially given very little chance of survival. Raised with unwavering love and care by their devoted father, the girls have overcome…

This film tells the compelling story of a Guantanamo Bay detainee who is released after 14 years. It features a report from NPR examining the complex debate surrounding the release of prisoners…

Some military commanders have called the battle to expel ISIS from Mosul – where the terror group held civilians – the deadliest urban combat since World War II. This documentary, shot over…

For years, Cathline, Ines, and Marie have explored the metaverse – virtual worlds where they experience friendship, love, and sexuality without limits. In stunning virtual landscapes, they challenge their perceptions of self.…

This 2012 documentary chronicles the creation of the film, featuring interviews with director Pedro Almodóvar, his brother Agustín Almodóvar, and the film's cast including Penélope Cruz, Marisa Paredes, Cecilia Roth, and Antonia…

This documentary examines the making of Michael Haneke's film 'Hidden' (Caché). It features interviews with director Michael Haneke, as well as actors Juliette Binoche and Daniel Auteuil.

This documentary profiles Harrell Thomas, the dedicated Jacksonville public courts manager and tennis coach. He approaches his work with passion, consistently striving to positively impact his community.

A rideshare driver finds himself caught in a dangerous situation when three criminals target him for murder.

A curmudgeonly Welsh man begrudgingly visits his grandmother, only to find she's been cursed. He now has to save her – and the world – from a demon duck before midnight.

For nearly 30 years, TOCEV has helped millions of children. This documentary follows founder Ebru Uygun as she works to tell the story of TOCEV's 30-year history. Inside the workshop, we see…

First Descent, a 2005 documentary, chronicles the origins of snowboarding in the 1980s. Featuring interviews with pioneering snowboarders Shawn Farmer, Nick Perata, Terje Haakonsen, Hannah Teter, and Shaun White (with a guest…

This film examines the enduring myths surrounding Michel de Nostredame, the 16th-century French astrologer and author of *Les Propheties*. It explores the origins of his fame and the persistent belief in his…

Michael Almereyda’s *Paradise* is a moving and unexpected series of vignettes, assembled from a decade of travel. The film has a feeling of mystery, awe, and subtle humor, suggesting that life consists…

At Portland International Airport, three individuals casually occupy chairs. Their auras—or something resembling them—shift, overlap, and interact as they negotiate space and energy.

This documentary follows the life of Nadia Comaneci, the celebrated gymnast who rose to icon status at the 1976 Olympics. It explores her life in Romania during that era and the difficult…

A creature Kesha hunted and defeated in a video game breaks free into reality.

A children's book author looks back on his youth, remembering carefree days spent playing with his brothers and friends. Before screens dominated entertainment, they found adventure in the local park. Dressed as…

"Western all'italiana" is a documentary created by Studio Universal and broadcast in 2004 to accompany a series of Italian western films, known as "spaghetti westerns." The film details the origins, development, and…

Online advertising uses algorithms to show people exactly what they want. Big technology companies say they're trying to stop false information, but they still make money from harmful content. This creates problems…

This series uses cutting-edge 3D animation to present new findings in human history, with a particular focus on discoveries from Asia.