Documentary Movies

This documentary offers an inside look at the creation of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s most attended fashion exhibition in history, “China: Through the Looking Glass,” and the star-studded Met…

A quarter-century after Miguel’s passing due to AIDS, his niece, filmmaker Cecilia Aldarondo, delves into a tangled web of lingering family conflicts. Similar to numerous gay men in the 1980s,…

Indianapolis is known for having one of the nation’s lowest rates of high school graduates. “Night School” documents the journey of three adult learners from the city’s less affluent areas…

The self-help sector generates $11 billion annually, drawing in individuals in search of happiness, relief from pain, and a guiding figure to follow. For many of his followers, James Arthur…

Fat Wreck Chords, a pivotal music label, humorously claims to have been “ruining punk rock” for the last quarter-century. “A Fat Wreck” chronicles the journey of its creators, Fat Mike…

In this compelling documentary, two Iranian DJs, Anoosh and Arash, navigate the underground electronic music scene in Tehran, where their passion for music clashes with the country’s strict cultural regulations….

“haveababy” offers an in-depth look at the lives of patients at a fertility clinic in Las Vegas. Annually, this clinic organizes a YouTube competition titled “I Believe,” providing one fortunate…

Csanád Szegedi, a fervent advocate of anti-Semitic ideologies, was a prominent figure in Hungary’s far-right political party. However, his ascent was abruptly challenged when he uncovered a hidden truth about…

A diverse mix of actresses, musicians, writers, comedians, and mothers come together to compete in a women’s recreational basketball league in Los Angeles. Featuring team names that are sure to…

In the summer of 2015, iconic musician David Byrne organized a unique event at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center to honor the art of Color Guard, which features synchronized dance routines with…

A close-up look at a contemporary family dynamic: Introducing Erik and Sandro, a same-sex couple raising daughters with the help of their friend Rachel, who is also a mother to…

Off-road racing is a challenging sport that pits humans and their vehicles against unpredictable conditions. The landscapes, paths, and tracks are in a state of constant change. Competitors in this…

This documentary delves into the intimate and complex relationship between the iconic fashion designer and socialite Gloria Vanderbilt and her son, renowned journalist Anderson Cooper. Through candid conversations, the film…

Born into one of the wealthiest and best-known families in American history, Gloria Vanderbilt has lived in the public eye for more than 90 years, unapologetically pursuing love, family and…

In this visually poetic exploration, the city of Belfast is personified and given a voice, guiding viewers through its rich and tumultuous history. The film, directed by Mark Cousins, blends…

Cleopatra, the final monarch of Egypt and a historic icon, is known for her captivating allure and strategic use of charm to influence the leading figures of the Roman Empire….

This documentary explores the remarkable life and untimely demise of Mary Millington, who was the most renowned pornographic actress in Britain during the 1970s.

The extraordinary true tale of Darius McCollum, a man with Asperger’s syndrome whose intense passion for public transportation has resulted in his arrest 32 times for pretending to be various…

“Beep” is a documentary that explores the evolution of game sound, starting from the Victorian arcades and extending to contemporary times. It places a particular emphasis on the audio of…

In this occasionally unsettling documentary, the substance abuse issues faced by the American working class are explored through the viewpoint of an Irish individual with a rural, Southern background.

Driven by a desire to shatter records, this ex-world champion risks everything for one final attempt. Two decades after setting his last world record, he finds himself in the American…

This film delves into the actions of the CDC, the governmental body responsible for safeguarding the health of Americans, as it allegedly eliminated data from a 2004 study that indicated…

Addicted to breaking records, this former world champion puts his mind and body on the line one last time. 20 years after his last world record he is in the…

This documentary film follows the footsteps of Rudyard Kipling, 19th-century English writer and a Noble Prize-winner. Patrick Hennessey travels to Lahore to reassess Kipling’s adventures and their impact on his…

In “APEX,” the intersection of advanced engineering and the automotive world is explored, beginning in the design studios and research labs where these “street fighter jets” are conceived. The journey…

Since 1912, baseball has been deeply fascinated by numbers and velocity. With pitches reaching speeds over 100 miles per hour, a fastball travels too swiftly for the human mind to…

This documentary explores the wild and notorious history of spring break festivities in Daytona. Beginning in the early 1960s, these celebrations grew exponentially by the 1980s, attracting tens of thousands…

This poignant documentary follows the journey of Bennett Wallace, a transgender teenager navigating the challenges of adolescence while undergoing gender transition. As Bennett seeks acceptance and understanding from his family…

This documentary delves into the lives of session and touring musicians who are often the unsung heroes behind some of the biggest names in the music industry. Directed by Fran…

This documentary follows the journey of Lotje Sodderland, a young woman who embarks on a remarkable path of recovery after suffering a life-altering stroke. The film provides an intimate look…

During President Obama’s administration, the rapid expansion of extreme energy extraction surpassed all expectations, endangering the 17 million Americans residing within a mile of newly established gas or oil rigs.

This documentary blends seldom-seen archival footage, newly shot scenes from various global locations, and interviews with top international specialists to reveal the overlooked narrative of the pivotal role Irish-Americans had…

Organized Noize crafted a unique sound within the walls of a dungeon, significantly influencing the Hip Hop music scene. They played a pivotal role in launching the careers of Outkast,…

The concept of the American Dream has been a driving force in North American culture for the past hundred years, emphasizing hard work, saving, and sacrifice as pathways to success…

This is the untold tale of the Brotherhood of Eternal Love, a group of surfers and hippies from Southern California who, during the 1960s and early 1970s, became the world’s…

The legendary figure in electronic music embarks on a journey to conquer the American scene, stepping back into the studio after almost ten years. “Android” is a tribute to this…

Utilizing a blend of archival footage and rotoscopic animation, “Tower” uncovers the gripping, previously untold narratives of the witnesses, heroes, and survivors involved in America’s inaugural mass school shooting. This…