Popular Documentary Movies - Page 127
Struggle: The Life and Lost Art of Szukalski
2018
star 7.5Artists in LA discover the work of forgotten Polish sculptor Stanislav Szukalski, a mad genius whose true story unfolds chapter by astounding chapter.Personal Statement
2018
Personal Statement
2018
star 10Karoline, Christine and Enoch are high school seniors who want to be the first generation in their families to go to college, and they are determined to bring their friends with them. That's why they work as peer college counselors in their schools even as they reach towards their own college dreams. Karoline, Christine and Enoch are fighting for the right to a better future, for themselves and for every single one of their classmates.Farscape Undressed
2001
Farscape Undressed
2001
star 7A one hour documentary/primer aired to prepare new viewers of the Sci-Fi Channel's Farscape for the third season. It includes clips from the first two seasons and explanations on each of the main characters.The American Meme
2018
The American Meme
2018
star 5.7Paris Hilton, the Fat Jew, and Brittany Furlan have all used social media to achieve massive internet fame. But, American Meme explores, is it worth it?The Big Meeting
2019
The Big Meeting
2019
Every second Saturday in July, since 1871, the city of Durham has been taken over by miners, trade-unions and the general public for one of the biggest annual gatherings in Europe, the Durham Miners' Gala - known locally as "The Big Meeting".Taking Liberties
2007
Taking Liberties
2007
star 6.2Taking Liberties Since 1997is a documentary film about the erosion of civil liberties in the United Kingdom and increase of surveillance under the government of Tony Blair. It was released in the UK on 8th June 2007. The director, Chris Atkins, said on 1 May that he wanted to expose "the Orwellian state" that now threatened Britain as a result of Mr Blair's policies.All the Streets Are Silent: The Convergence of Hip Hop and Skateboarding (1987-1997)
2021
star 7In the late 1980s and early 1990s, skateboarding and hip-hop culture collide in downtown Manhattan. Archival footage from the era showcases the fusion of these two forms of expression.Darwin's Nightmare
2005
Darwin's Nightmare
2005
star 6.7Africa in the sixties. The Nile perch, a ravenous predator, is introduced into Lake Victoria as a scientific experiment, causing the extinction of many native species. Its meat is exported everywhere in exchange for weapons, creating a globalized evil alliance on the lake shores. An infernal nightmare in the real world that wipes out Darwin's Theory of Evolution.Chinese Erotic Movies
1997
star 8A full length documentary on sexy Chinese movies (including sizzling scenes from EROTIC GHOST STORY, SEX AND ZEN, CONFESSIONS OF A CONCUBINE, SEX AND THE EMPEROR and many more.Ciao, Federico!
1970
Ciao, Federico!
1970
star 6.8A behind-the-scenes documentary about the filming of the Federico Fellini film, "Satyricon."My Dad and the Volcano
2024
Gavin built a giant volcano sculpture that's now in his dad's shed. Gavin seeks his dad's understanding but he's uninterested in modern art and refuses to participate in the documentary.The Ocean's 11 Story
2001
The Ocean's 11 Story
2001
star 6.8Vintage newsreels and interviews help re-create the magic of "The Summit," a memorable period in 1960 in which Frank Sinatra and his Rat Pack took over Las Vegas' Sands Hotel during filming of the original Ocean's 11. Highlights include clips from the Rat Pack's nightly performances in the hotel's legendary Copa Room, where they entertained everyone from mafiosos to soon-to-be-president John F. Kennedy.American Juggalo
2011
American Juggalo
2011
star 6.7A look at the often mocked and misunderstood subculture of Juggalos, hardcore Insane Clown Posse fans, who meet once a year for 4 days at The Gathering of the Juggalos.FTA
1972
FTA
1972
star 6.1A documentary about a political troupe headed by actors Jane Fonda and Donald Sutherland which traveled to towns near military bases in the US in the early 1970s. The group put on shows called "F.T.A.", which stood for "F**k the Army", and was aimed at convincing soldiers to voice their opposition to the Vietnam War, which was raging at the time. Various singers, actors and other entertainers performed antiwar songs and skits during the show.The Crash Reel
2013
The Crash Reel
2013
star 7.3The Crash Reel tells the story of a sport and the risks that athletes face in reaching the pinnacle of their profession. This is Kevin Pearce’s story, a celebrated snowboarder who sustained a brain injury in a trick gone wrong and who now aims, against all the odds, to get back on the snow.Abacus: Small Enough to Jail
2017
star 6.7The incredible saga of the Chinese immigrant Sung family, owners of Abacus Federal Savings of Chinatown, New York. Accused of mortgage fraud by Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus R. Vance, Jr., Abacus becomes the only U.S. bank to face criminal charges in the wake of the 2008 financial crisis. The indictment and subsequent trial forces the Sung family to defend themselves – and their bank’s legacy in the Chinatown community – over the course of a five-year legal battle.Stand or Fall: The Remarkable Rise of Brighton and Hove Albion
2024
This documentary is a story 25 years in the making and told by Albion fans, which charts the club's remarkable rise from the brink of extinction to the first season in Europe.Hit
2008
Hit
2008
star 7Through the memories and confessions of some of the most important names in Uruguayan music, the film brings back to life the stories of the songs that defined a country and that, in some cases, helped change history.Now and Then - The Last Beatles Song
2023
star 7.6The story of The Beatles' last song featuring exclusive footage and commentary.Michael Jackson: Man In The Mirror
2017
star 8.6A biopic drama-documentary about the 'King of Pop', that mixes real footage and new interviews with people around him (most notably his mother Katherine Jackson) with re-enactments of times of Michael's life until his untimely death on the 25th of June in 2009.
