511 Documentaries: Diverse Stories Spanning History, Culture, and Human Experience
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Varda by AgnèsMovie · 2019 · 115m · DocumentaryAgnès Varda's final film is an unconventional documentary where the acclaimed filmmaker reflects on her career. She offers a personal look at her approach to filmmaking, which she terms "cine-writing," as she journeys from Paris to Los Angeles and Beijing.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.9 - 502
Yerevan, a celebration of lifeMovie · 2014 - 503
KennyMovie · 2017 · 86mThis film offers a personal and honest look at Kenny Dalglish – exploring his career as a player, his life as a person, and the real story behind it all.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.9 - 504
MoMovie · 2010 · 101mThis docudrama chronicles the life of Mo Mowlam, the former UK Secretary of State for Northern Ireland.IMDb 7.8TMDB 5.7 - 505
The Beaches of AgnèsMovie · 2008 · 110m · DocumentaryLegendary filmmaker Agnès Varda, a key figure in the French New Wave, offers a personal look at her life in this documentary. The film blends excerpts from her own movies with staged scenes to tell the story of her career, the important relationships she had, and her marriage to fellow director Jacques Demy.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.7 - 506
Three Salons at the SeasideMovie · 1994 · 40mThis film follows the staff and customers of three hair salons in Blackpool, as they talk about life's many aspects. The stories cover love, loss, and a tough but hopeful spirit, all delivered with humor.IMDb 8.1 - 507
Dear BasketballMovie · 2017 · 6m · Animation, HistoryThis animated short adapts Kobe Bryant's poem reflecting his decision to retire from basketball, the sport he defined his career by.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 508
The WitnessMovie · 2015 · 86m · DocumentaryA man investigates the true story behind Kitty Genovese's alleged murder. The event, where she was reportedly attacked in broad daylight with numerous witnesses present, cemented her image as a symbol of indifference in city life. He seeks to uncover details about her life, often overlooked, and the circumstances surrounding her death.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.6 - 509
UnionMovie · 2024 · 102mFacing a global giant, a team of Amazon employees in Staten Island, New York, launch an unusual effort to form a union at their warehouse.IMDb 7.1TMDB 8.0 - 510
F for FakeMovie · 1973 · 89m · DocumentaryThe film explores the stories of Elmyr de Hory and Clifford Irving, two famous con artists who committed elaborate frauds that impacted the art and publishing worlds. De Hory became known for selling fake paintings by artists like Picasso and Matisse, and ultimately died by suicide to avoid further jail time. Irving gained attention for creating a false autobiography attributed to Howard Hughes.
Directed by Welles, the film blends documentary and fictional storytelling to examine the complexities of fraud and the people who carefully plan these deceptions. It looks closely at these individuals and their reasons, offering a detailed look at deception, identity, and the human urge to distort reality for personal benefit.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4
