Essential Documentaries Stories That Tell the Truth

Explore powerful documentaries offering deep insights into real-world events and stories. Must-watch for fans of true stories and eye-opening films.

2005
Movie poster of March of the Penguins

March of the Penguins

1h 25m 4.0

At the southern end, emperor penguins overcome extreme challenges for survival and reproduction.

2010
Movie poster of The Light Bulb Conspiracy

The Light Bulb Conspiracy

0h 52m 3.8

The film discovers how scheduled obsolescence feeds consumerism, exploring cases such as iPods and ink printers.

2018
Movie poster of Free Solo

Free Solo

1h 37m 4.2

A deadly feat: Alex Honnold scale The Captain without security.

2011
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Pina

1h 40m 3.7

A 3D tribute to the legend of German dance, Pina Bausch, through the testimonies of her collaborators who reveal her world and her choreographic genius.

2011
Movie poster of Samsara

Samsara

1h 39m 4.8

A visually impressive experience that brings us to the extremes of humanity and eternity.

2022
Movie poster of The Critic

The Critic

1h 20m 2.9

Carlos Boyero, an icon of Spanish cinema, has faced controversy for decades. Has the traditional influence of critics on the digital landscape disappeared?.

2022
Movie poster of Moonage Daydream

Moonage Daydream

2h 15m 3.0

Discover David Bowie's multifaceted genius in an unforgettable film adventure.

2020
Movie poster of The Miramar Murders: The State Vs. Pablo Ibar

The Miramar Murders: The State Vs. Pablo Ibar

0h 55m 3.0

A Spaniard fights for his innocence in a trial for three murders, with doubts about evidence and physical resemblance.

2021
Movie poster of Britney vs. Spears

Britney vs. Spears

1h 33m 3.0

Britney Spears's fight against his controversial conservationist.

2015
Movie poster of Janis: Little Girl Blue

Janis: Little Girl Blue

1h 55m 3.0

Janis Joplin: a rock legend who fought for his art and his emotions.

2021
Movie poster of Shiny_Flakes: The Teenage Drug Lord

Shiny_Flakes: The Teenage Drug Lord

1h 36m 3.6

Teenage prodigy builds drug empire from home, inspiring success of the series "How to sell drugs online (at full speed).

2019
Movie poster of The Irishman: In Conversation

The Irishman: In Conversation

0h 23m 3.6

A fascinating conversation between Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Joe Pesci about the creation of "The Irishman.

2021
Movie poster of JFK Revisited: Through the Looking Glass

JFK Revisited: Through the Looking Glass

1h 58m 3.1

Filmmaker Oliver Stone re-examines JFK's murder, deepening the secrets and hidden details of the tragic event through recently declassified archives.

2022
Movie poster of All or Nothing: Arsenal

All or Nothing: Arsenal

0h 53m 2.8

An intimate documentary about Arsenal Football Club in its pursuit of national and international success.

2022
Movie poster of The Phenomenon

The Phenomenon

1h 35m 4.0

Ronaldo Nazario: The Life and Path of a Legend of Brazilian Football.

2017
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Long Shot

0h 39m 3.7

Innocent man fights for his freedom with the help of Larry David.

2021
Movie poster of Creating The Queen's Gambit

Creating The Queen's Gambit

0h 14m 2.9

An exciting journey through the world of chess and human genius, brought to the screen by Scott Frank and Anya Taylor-Joy.

2019
Movie poster of Circus of Books

Circus of Books

1h 32m 2.5

A couple of bookstore owners become leaders of LGBT adult entertainment in the U.S.

2022
Movie poster of The Trapped 13: How We Survived the Thai Cave

The Trapped 13: How We Survived the Thai Cave

1h 41m 3.1

Young Thai footballers miraculously survive a terrible adventure in an underground maze.

2019
Movie poster of Human Nature

Human Nature

1h 47m 3.6

CRISPR-led biological revolution transforms our future by addressing disease, reshaping the ecosystem and designing our descendants.

2020
Movie poster of Welcome to Chechnya

Welcome to Chechnya

1h 47m 4.2

Brave activists fight Ramzan Kadyrov's brutal anti-LGBTQ campaign in Chechnya.

2017
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Mountain

1h 14m 3.6

A film and musical journey that reveals human fascination with mountain landscapes.

2016
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Dancer

1h 25m 3.8

Sergei Polunin, an extraordinary ballet dancer, struggles to find his purpose and overcome self-doubt on his way to immortality in the world of dance.

2022
Movie poster of Jaime

Jaime

0h 37m 3.5

The inspiring journey of a man from mental institution to understanding and acceptance.

2022
Movie poster of The Rightful

The Rightful

0h 21m 0.0

An exciting journey through the valley of GuapiaƧu, Brazil, exploring the struggle for land and water rights.

2022
Movie poster of Patrick and the Whale

Patrick and the Whale

1h 12m 0.0

Discover the mysterious world of whales with Patrick Dykstra.

2022
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Hafreiat

1h 30m 0.0

The struggle of a Jordanian family to escape crime and poverty in the countryside.

2019
Movie poster of Apocalypse War of Worlds 1945-1991

Apocalypse War of Worlds 1945-1991

5h 12m 3.0

The cold war and the constant threat of nuclear weapons have put human survival at risk since 1945.

2018
Movie poster of Generation Wealth

Generation Wealth

1h 46m 3.4

A surprising look at the influence of the culture of luxury and its consequences on society.

2021
Movie poster of Jack's Ride

Jack's Ride

1h 10m 3.2

Retirement close to Joaquim after short job break.

2011
Movie poster of Foo Fighters: Back And Forth

Foo Fighters: Back And Forth

1h 41m 3.8

The thrilling story of Foo Fighters, a rock group led by Dave Grohl former Nirvana member, from its inception to the lasting success of Wasting Light (2010).

2020
Movie poster of France Against the Robots

France Against the Robots

0h 10m 2.7

In a world unified by technology, freedom is at stake.

2021
Movie poster of And Only Love Resurrects

And Only Love Resurrects

1h 10m 0.0

A poetic inspiration and the struggle against time in Fernando Daza's latest masterpiece.

2021
Movie poster of The Man of the Monkey

The Man of the Monkey

1h 30m 0.0

Man discovers terrible secrets in the Brazilian jungle.

2021
Movie poster of Judges Under Pressure

Judges Under Pressure

1h 27m 0.0

Polish judges struggle to maintain justice amid attacks on the system.

2021
Movie poster of The Storage

The Storage

1h 33m 0.0

A young curator and a retired editor explore the legacy of Yugoslavia through everyday objects, while a Chinese writer offers an external perspective to their interconnected lives.

2021
Movie poster of Roots

Roots

1h 20m 0.0

An unforgettable bus trip with surprising encounters and diverse conversations.

2021
Movie poster of The Road to the Law

The Road to the Law

1h 15m 0.0

Documentary portraying the struggle of Argentine feminist movements for the dignity and rights of women, with special emphasis on legal abortion.

2021
Movie poster of Mom's Hair

Mom's Hair

0h 6m 0.0

A mother-daughter relationship intertwined by hair and excessive protection.

2021
Movie poster of The Last Shelter

The Last Shelter

1h 25m 0.0

In the heart of the Sahara, a refuge for migrants reveals personal stories and buried dreams.

2021
Movie poster of The Contestant

The Contestant

1h 18m 0.0

Transformed beauty: five men fight for the title of Miss Gay Venezuela, personifying beauty and femininity in a unique contest.

2021
Movie poster of Festina Lente

Festina Lente

0h 21m 0.0

A traveler and his shadow pass through a world full of images and diverse voices, discovering transformative moments of reflection, observation and listening.

2011
Movie poster of Into the Abyss: A Tale of Death, a Tale of Life

Into the Abyss: A Tale of Death, a Tale of Life

1h 45m 4.2

From the gloomy lives of death rowers, Werner Herzog explores personal stories and perspectives on life and death in Texas.

2017
Movie poster of Hans Zimmer: Live in Prague

Hans Zimmer: Live in Prague

2h 30m 3.8

Don't miss Hans Zimmer's unique concert in Prague, where he combines his masterpieces with fascinating visual effects.

2020
Movie poster of The Making of Not Alone in Here

The Making of Not Alone in Here

0h 14m 3.3

Documentary exploring how two filmers survive and create a short in full quarantine, adapting to new resource constraints and constraints.

2020
Movie poster of Free Color

Free Color

1h 10m 3.3

At 94, Carlos Cruz-Diez, a renowned and influential kinetic-optical artist, seeks to break with the forms in his latest artistic project on his final journey.

2020
Movie poster of Nun of Your Business

Nun of Your Business

1h 11m 2.0

A forbidden love among nuns in the midst of the chaos of the Church.

2020
Movie poster of Always Amber

Always Amber

1h 17m 3.2

Amber, a young queer, explores her identity and friendship in a world of social norms.

2020
Movie poster of The Saqar

The Saqar

0h 36m 0.0

Discover the wisdom of the Qur'an Karim and how Islam addresses the pandemic of COVID-19 in this thoughtful documentary.

2020
Movie poster of The Big Headed Boy, Shamans & Samurais

The Big Headed Boy, Shamans & Samurais

0h 38m 0.0

A group of filmmakers travels through Nepal in search of the perfect child to star in their next masterpiece, crossing distant villages and diverse cultures.