Biography Movies

Singularity or Bust Singularity or Bust 6.7 48min
Singularity or Bust
IMDb: 6.7
48min

Two AI researchers concur that a Technological Singularity is imminent, driven by the super-intelligent machines they are developing. Yet, they hold differing views on whether humanity will endure the ensuing…

Johnny Carson: King of Late Night Johnny Carson: King of Late Night 8.0 1h 55min
Johnny Carson: King of Late Night
IMDb: 8
1h 55min

This film offers a chronological exploration of Johnny Carson’s life and career, spanning from 1925 to 2005. It features insights from one of his ex-wives and over 30 comedians, friends,…

Semi Colin Semi Colin 6.2 1h 15min
Semi Colin
IMDb: 6.2
1h 15min

Defying traditional genre boundaries, “Semi Colin” emerges as a dynamic art installation. It blends elements of performance, art, and social commentary, as Colin reflects on his life’s passionate dedication to…

Murder of Couriers Murder of Couriers 6.8 1h 34min
Murder of Couriers
IMDb: 6.8
1h 34min

This documentary captures the experiences of a group of bike messengers over the course of almost three years. Created by couriers themselves, it offers an inside look at their world,…

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Marina Abramovic: The Artist Is Present Marina Abramovic: The Artist Is Present 7.8 1h 46min
Marina Abramovic: The Artist Is Present
IMDb: 7.8
1h 46min

This documentary offers an intimate look at the life and work of performance artist Marina Abramović, focusing on her groundbreaking 2010 retrospective at the Museum of Modern Art in New…

The Iron Lady The Iron Lady 6.4 1h 45min
The Iron Lady
IMDb: 6.4
1h 45min

This biographical drama delves into the life of Margaret Thatcher, the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, exploring her rise to power and the personal and political challenges…

Addiction Incorporated Addiction Incorporated 7.1 1h 16min
Addiction Incorporated
IMDb: 7.1
1h 16min

When a young scientist specializing in drug research joins a tobacco company, Victor DeNoble makes an unforeseen discovery about the components that lead to addiction, sparking a nationwide movement to…

The Lady The Lady 7.0 2h 12min
The Lady
IMDb: 7
2h 12min

The film narrates the journey of Aung San Suu Kyi as she emerges as the central figure in Burma’s struggle for democracy, while also exploring her relationship with her husband,…

Have a Little Faith Have a Little Faith 6.8 1h 35min
Have a Little Faith
IMDb: 6.8
1h 35min

At 82 years old, Albert Lewis, Mitch Albom’s former rabbi, requests that the well-known Detroit sportswriter deliver his eulogy when the time comes. Albom travels back to his old hometown…

Ray Harryhausen: Special Effects Titan Ray Harryhausen: Special Effects Titan 7.5 1h 30min
Ray Harryhausen: Special Effects Titan
IMDb: 7.5
1h 30min

In the annals of cinema, no one embodies the enchantment of filmmaking quite like special effects wizard Ray Harryhausen. This comprehensive documentary delves into the life of the visionary behind…

My Week with Marilyn My Week with Marilyn 6.9 1h 39min
My Week with Marilyn
IMDb: 6.9
1h 39min

Set in the summer of 1956, this film offers a glimpse into the life of iconic actress Marilyn Monroe during the production of “The Prince and the Showgirl.” The story…

Codebreaker Codebreaker 7.0 1h 24min
Codebreaker
IMDb: 7
1h 24min

Alan Turing, a brilliant British mathematician, played a crucial role in deciphering the German naval Enigma Code during World War II, an achievement that likely saved countless lives. Despite his…

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Big Boys Gone Bananas!* Big Boys Gone Bananas!* 7.6 1h 30min
Big Boys Gone Bananas!*
IMDb: 7.6
1h 30min

The Dole Food Company launches an effort to stop two Swedish filmmakers from screening their documentary, which focuses on a legal case against the company.

Eames: The Architect & The Painter Eames: The Architect & The Painter 7.1 1h 25min
Eames: The Architect & The Painter
IMDb: 7.1
1h 25min

This documentary delves into the lives and creative partnership of Charles and Ray Eames, exploring their profound impact on modern design and architecture. Narrated by James Franco, the film provides…

Eames: The Architect & The Painter Eames: The Architect & The Painter 7.1 1h 25min
Eames: The Architect & The Painter
IMDb: 7.1
1h 25min

The husband-and-wife team of Charles and Ray Eames were America’s most influential and important industrial designers. Admired for their creations and fascinating as individuals, they have risen to iconic status…

The Cup The Cup 5.6 1h 46min
The Cup
IMDb: 5.6
1h 46min

Central to this true narrative is Damien Oliver, a young jockey who experiences the devastating loss of his sole brother in a tragic racing mishap, eerily mirroring the fate of…

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The British Guide to Showing Off The British Guide to Showing Off 6.5 1h 38min
The British Guide to Showing Off
IMDb: 6.5
1h 38min

This documentary explores the journey of British artist Andrew Logan as he organizes the 2009 edition of his Alternative Miss World event. It delves into the contest’s quirky history, which…

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J. Edgar J. Edgar 6.5 2h 17min
J. Edgar
IMDb: 6.5
2h 17min

Directed by Clint Eastwood, this biographical drama delves into the complex life of J. Edgar Hoover, the influential and controversial figure who led the FBI for nearly five decades. The…

I Want My Name Back I Want My Name Back 6.9 1h 30min
I Want My Name Back
IMDb: 6.9
1h 30min

“I Want My Name Back” (2011) is a compelling documentary that delves into the tumultuous journey of the original members of the Sugarhill Gang, the pioneering hip-hop group known for…

The Pastor’s Wife The Pastor’s Wife 5.7 1h 27min
The Pastor’s Wife
IMDb: 5.7
1h 27min

Based on the true story of Matthew Winkler, a beloved minister who, in 2006, was found shot and killed in his Selmer, Tennessee home, his wife and young daughters missing….

God’s Faithful Servant: Barla God’s Faithful Servant: Barla 5.1 1h 48min
God’s Faithful Servant: Barla
IMDb: 5.1
1h 48min

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God’s Faithful Servant: Barla God’s Faithful Servant: Barla 5.1 1h 48min
God’s Faithful Servant: Barla
IMDb: 5.1
1h 48min

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The Intouchables The Intouchables 8.5 1h 53min
The Intouchables
IMDb: 8.5
1h 53min

This heartwarming French film, directed by Éric Toledano and Olivier Nakache, tells the story of an unlikely friendship between a wealthy quadriplegic man and his caregiver, an exuberant young man…

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You Laugh But It’s True You Laugh But It’s True 7.1 1h 24min
You Laugh But It’s True
IMDb: 7.1
1h 24min

In the world of stand-up comedy in South Africa, Trevor Noah uses his childhood experiences in a biracial family during apartheid to prepare for his first one-man show.

You Laugh But It’s True You Laugh But It’s True 7.1 1h 24min
You Laugh But It’s True
IMDb: 7.1
1h 24min

“You Laugh But It’s True” is a documentary that follows the journey of South African comedian Trevor Noah as he prepares for his first one-man show. The film provides an…

Being Elmo: A Puppeteer’s Journey Being Elmo: A Puppeteer’s Journey 7.6 1h 20min
Being Elmo: A Puppeteer’s Journey
IMDb: 7.6
1h 20min

This documentary delves into the inspiring journey of Kevin Clash, the puppeteer behind the beloved Sesame Street character, Elmo. It chronicles his passion for puppetry from a young age, his…

Being Elmo: A Puppeteer’s Journey Being Elmo: A Puppeteer’s Journey 7.6 1h 20min
Being Elmo: A Puppeteer’s Journey
IMDb: 7.6
1h 20min

Beloved by children of all ages around the world, Elmo is an international icon. Few people know his creator, Kevin Clash, who dreamed of working with his idol, master puppeteer…

George Harrison: Living in the Material World George Harrison: Living in the Material World 8.1
George Harrison: Living in the Material World
IMDb: 8.1
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Directed by Martin Scorsese, this documentary delves into the life and career of George Harrison, exploring his journey from a Beatle to a spiritual seeker. The film features interviews with…

A Dangerous Method A Dangerous Method 6.4 1h 39min
A Dangerous Method
IMDb: 6.4
1h 39min

Set in the early 20th century, this film explores the complex relationships between Carl Jung, Sigmund Freud, and Sabina Spielrein, delving into the birth of psychoanalysis. Directed by David Cronenberg,…

Roman Polanski: A Film Memoir Roman Polanski: A Film Memoir 7.1 1h 30min
Roman Polanski: A Film Memoir
IMDb: 7.1
1h 30min

A conversation with filmmaker Roman Polanski, held while he was under house arrest, exploring his personal life and career.

The Man Nobody Knew: In Search of My Father, CIA Spymaster William Colby The Man Nobody Knew: In Search of My Father, CIA Spymaster William Colby 6.8 1h 44min
The Man Nobody Knew: In Search of My Father, CIA Spymaster William Colby
IMDb: 6.8
1h 44min

This documentary delves into the enigmatic life of William Colby, a former CIA director, through the eyes of his son, Carl Colby. It explores the complex duality of Colby’s life…

Puncture Puncture 6.8 1h 40min
Puncture
IMDb: 6.8
1h 40min

In this gripping legal drama, Chris Evans stars as a talented but troubled lawyer who takes on a challenging case involving a nurse who contracts HIV from a contaminated needle….

Machine Gun Preacher Machine Gun Preacher 6.7 2h 9min
Machine Gun Preacher
IMDb: 6.7
2h 9min

In this gripping drama directed by Marc Forster, Gerard Butler stars as Sam Childers, a former drug-dealing biker who undergoes a profound transformation to become a crusader for hundreds of…

Moneyball Moneyball 7.6 2h 14min
Moneyball
IMDb: 7.6
2h 14min

In this 2011 film directed by Bennett Miller, the story follows Billy Beane, the general manager of the Oakland Athletics, as he attempts to assemble a competitive baseball team on…

Winnie Mandela Winnie Mandela 6.1 1h 47min
Winnie Mandela
IMDb: 6.1
1h 47min

Set against the backdrop of South Africa’s turbulent history, this film chronicles the life of Winnie Mandela, a prominent figure in the fight against apartheid. The narrative delves into her…

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Paul Williams Still Alive Paul Williams Still Alive 6.9 1h 27min
Paul Williams Still Alive
IMDb: 6.9
1h 27min

In this engaging documentary, director Stephen Kessler embarks on a journey to rediscover the life and career of Paul Williams, a once-celebrated songwriter and actor who seemed to have faded…

William & Catherine: A Royal Romance William & Catherine: A Royal Romance 4.9 1h 30min
William & Catherine: A Royal Romance
IMDb: 4.9
1h 30min

The film is based on the story of William of Cambridge and Catherine Middleton. Shown in the same life of William of Cambridge, and Catherine Middleton met at the University…

Jean Rollin: The Stray Dreamer Jean Rollin: The Stray Dreamer 7.1 1h 18min
Jean Rollin: The Stray Dreamer
IMDb: 7.1
1h 18min

Who is Jean Rollin? He is a man who grew up surrounded by some of the most influential intellectuals of the 20th century. An artist who collaborated with Marguerite Duras…

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Dreams of a Life Dreams of a Life 6.8 1h 35min
Dreams of a Life
IMDb: 6.8
1h 35min

This intriguing documentary-drama explores the mysterious life and untimely death of Joyce Vincent, a woman whose body was discovered in her London flat three years after she died. Directed by…

Family Band: The Cowsills Story Family Band: The Cowsills Story 7.6 1h 30min
Family Band: The Cowsills Story
IMDb: 7.6
1h 30min

The narrative follows the Cowsills, a family band from America that gained popularity in the 1960s and became the true-life muse for the television show “The Partridge Family.”

Guilty Guilty 7.3 1h 42min
Guilty
IMDb: 7.3
1h 42min

The film delves into the flawed legal system that led to the wrongful arrest of Alain Mar’caux and his wife Edith, who were falsely accused of heinous acts of pedophilia….

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Red Dog Red Dog 7.3 1h 32min
Red Dog
IMDb: 7.3
1h 32min

Set against the backdrop of the Australian outback, this heartwarming film tells the story of a charismatic red kelpie who unites a small mining community. Based on true events, the…

The Mural of Siqueiros The Mural of Siqueiros 6.5 1h 50min
The Mural of Siqueiros
IMDb: 6.5
1h 50min

In the 1930s, renowned Mexican muralist David Alfaro Siqueiros travels to Argentina to deliver lectures and create a mural with a revolutionary theme, which encounters political opposition locally. Natalio Botana,…

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Genre: Biography, Drama
Holding on to Jah Holding on to Jah 7.4 1h 38min
Holding on to Jah
IMDb: 7.4
1h 38min

This film delves into the origins and cultural significance of roots Reggae music and the Rastafarian movement in Jamaica, as recounted by leading Reggae musicians and historians.

Hollywood to Dollywood Hollywood to Dollywood 6.6 1h 21min
Hollywood to Dollywood
IMDb: 6.6
1h 21min

Twin brothers Gary and Larry, who are both gay, have been lifelong fans of Dolly Parton. A decade after leaving their hometown for Hollywood, they are finally prepared to present…

Crime After Crime Crime After Crime 7.6 1h 35min
Crime After Crime
IMDb: 7.6
1h 35min

The narrative follows the struggle to liberate Debbie Peagler, a survivor of severe domestic abuse who has been imprisoned. Despite spending over 26 years behind bars, this resilient African-American woman…

Wish Me Away Wish Me Away 7.5 1h 37min
Wish Me Away
IMDb: 7.5
1h 37min

After years of concealing her true self, Chely Wright emerges as the first openly gay commercial country music artist, challenging cultural norms in Nashville, her conservative family background, and most…

Klitschko Klitschko 7.7 1h 58min
Klitschko
IMDb: 7.7
1h 58min

This documentary delves into the lives and careers of the legendary Ukrainian boxing brothers, Vitali and Wladimir Klitschko. Directed by Sebastian Dehnhardt, it offers an in-depth look at their journey…

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