Popular Documentary Movies - Page 247
Beauty Is...
2014
Beauty Is...
2014
Beauty Is... the film by community educator and guerrilla film maker Toyin Agbetu asks ‘what is beauty?’ and examines the answer from a philosophical position through discussions on hair, skin shade, body image and character. It's a serious, yet often humorous cross between Chris Rock's "Good Hair" and Bill Duke/D. Channsin Berry's "Dark Girls" documentaries with some sensitive Oprah styled interviews mixed in. The film explores the risks posed by chemical straighteners and skin bleaching, it shares insights on conditions like Vitiligo and Alopecia whilst discussing the impact of biased media on children and personal relationships. Backed by a global campaign to challenge governments and the pharmaceutical industry, this is edutainment that may just change your life.Harlan County U.S.A.
1977
Harlan County U.S.A.
1977
star 7.5This film documents the coal miners' strike against the Brookside Mine of the Eastover Mining Company in Harlan County, Kentucky in June, 1973. Eastover's refusal to sign a contract (when the miners joined with the United Mine Workers of America) led to the strike, which lasted more than a year and included violent battles between gun-toting company thugs/scabs and the picketing miners and their supportive women-folk. Director Barbara Kopple puts the strike into perspective by giving us some background on the historical plight of the miners and some history of the UMWA. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with New York Women in Film & Television in 2004.Behind The Elephant
2025
Behind The Elephant
2025
star 9Take a rare look into the creative process of Adult Swim's The Elephant with interviews and footage from the production that highlight the unique challenges and discoveries that made the project a truly original experience - for both the audience and the creators themselves.Hollywood Hobbies
1935
Hollywood Hobbies
1935
star 7This short documentary narrated by sportscaster Ted Husing explores the free-time activities of some of Hollywood's most popular celebrities. Big names such as Boris Karloff, Buster Crabbe, and Clark Gable make appearances, enjoying games of golf, field hockey, swimming, and many other fun hobbies.24 cines por segundo
2013
24 cines por segundo
2013
Projectionists, film exhibitors and audiences explain their stories, their misfortunes, passion and selfless lifes; challenging time and conecting past, present and future. '24 Cinemas per Second' tries to show how films exhibition evolves as a consecuence of social changes and daily customs.American Factory
2019
American Factory
2019
star 7.2In post-industrial Ohio, a Chinese billionaire opens a new factory in the husk of an abandoned General Motors plant, hiring two thousand blue-collar Americans. Early days of hope and optimism give way to setbacks as high-tech China clashes with working-class America.Lost Case
2014
Preconceived
2024
Preconceived
2024
star 8Where does someone turn when facing an unplanned pregnancy? Preconceived tells the stories of Maleeha and Maria, two women who, while navigating unplanned pregnancies, inadvertently found themselves at facilities discouraging them from abortions. The film is a window into these enigmatic centers that some call “pregnancy resource centers” and others call “fake clinics.” Shedding light on how many of these centers are a part of a movement striving to make abortion unthinkable and illegal, the documentary explores the complex role of deception, finances, faith, and privacy. Amid a shifting legal landscape, Preconceived underscores the significance of understanding the resources available to pregnant people.On a Mission from God: The Story of the Blues Brothers
2025
A documentary that explores the turbulent, high-budget production of the 1980 musical-comedy classic The Blues Brothers, examining its chaotic shoot, legendary musical guest appearances, and lasting cultural legacy.New York Street Games
2010
Documentary describing various street games played by children in New York.14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible
2021
star 7.4In 2019, Nepalese mountain climber Nirmal “Nims” Purja set out to do the unthinkable by climbing the world’s fourteen highest summits in less than seven months. (The previous record was eight years). He called the effort “Project Possible 14/7” and saw it as a way to inspire others to strive for greater heights in any pursuit. The film follows his team as they seek to defy naysayers and push the limits of human endurance.La La La
2018
La La La
2018
star 7.2When the silent cinema learned to speak, the audience was surprised not only by the voices of the actors and the sound effects, but also by a new element, the music, which, combined with the dance and an unprejudiced imagination, gave rise to a new genre, as important to Hollywood cinema as the western was: the musical. A journey through the history of this genre, from its beginnings to the present day.Making Climates
2006
Making Climates
2006
A documentary about the shooting session of the film "Climates / İklimler" by Nuri Bilge Ceylan. The film had been shot in various parts of Turkey in various seasons. Climates is the first digital film of the director Nuri Bilge Ceylan. And besides directing, he is also acting in the film.The Unforeseen
2007
The Unforeseen
2007
star 6A documentary about the development around Barton Springs in Austin, Texas, and nature's unexpected response to being threatened by human interference.Le soir où j'ai reçu le César 2023
2023
Receiving a César is a defining moment in an actress’s or actor’s career. Eleven actresses and actors take part in a mirror exercise and, years later, revisit the footage of the ceremony where they were honored. They rediscover the emotion, the laughter, and sometimes the regrets of that unforgettable moment.Cinemaker
2024
GT40: The Road to Spa
2026
With exclusive behind-the-scenes access, take a front-row seat to one of the most gruelling classic endurance races in the world as the sport’s most fearless drivers push themselves to the limit for the Spa 6 Hours. On a battleground infamous for its unpredictable weather, dramatic elevation changes, and unforgiving corners, who will defy the odds to cement their place in racing history?Capitalism: A Love Story
2009
star 7.1Michael Moore comes home to the issue he's been examining throughout his career: the disastrous impact of corporate dominance on the everyday lives of Americans (and by default, the rest of the world).Législatives 2024 : chronique d'une folle campagne
2024
star 7On June 9, 2024, in a shocking move, the French President dissolved the National Assembly following the RN’s historic success in the European elections, triggering four weeks of an unprecedented and chaotic campaign. From right-wing alliances to the left’s union and the final makeup of Parliament, this documentary unpacks the twists and turns of a political earthquake with expert analysis.
