9 Essential Science Documentaries
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Born to Be WildMovie · 2011 · 40m · Documentary, AdventureBorn to Be Wild follows orphaned jungle animals as they grow up under the care of the people who rescue them. The film is set in two different locations: the rainforests of Borneo, where Dr. Birute Galdikas helps baby orangutans, and the savannahs of Kenya, where zoologist Dame Daphne Sheldrick works with baby elephant calves.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.0 - 2
Aliens: The Big ThinkMovie · 2016 · 59mThe search for extraterrestrial life is underway. Professor Martin Rees, the Astronomer Royal, has dedicated his career to finding aliens. This pursuit is no longer science fiction; it’s a major question for leading scientists. As we learn more about the universe, answers are within reach. Many believe our galaxy contains a billion Earth-like planets, potentially harboring life. But what form could that life take? Has anything evolved capable of communication? This film explores the thoughts of scientists grappling with this fundamental question: are we alone? Professor Rees suggests our assumptions about aliens may be incorrect. He proposes we should look for machines, not organic beings.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9 - 3
Inside the Milky WayMovie · 2010 · 91mJoin a breathtaking voyage spanning 100,000 light-years to explore pivotal moments in the Milky Way's past. National Geographic uses advanced science to create a detailed, 3-D CGI model of our galaxy. Journey to the center to investigate supermassive black holes, witness the birth and death of stars, and soar above the galactic plane to reveal its true form. Explore the spiral arms, searching for potential signs of life within its cosmic dust.IMDb 8.1TMDB 6.9 - 4
A Crude AwakeningMovie · 2006 · 85mCrude Awakening, by Basil Gelpke and Ray McCormack, joins documentaries like Maxed Out and An Inconvenient Truth in examining forces disrupting modern society. It focuses on crude oil, specifically the dwindling supply of petroleum as consumption risks outstripping what's available.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.3 - 5
Apollo 11Movie · 2019 · 93m · Documentary, History, DramaThis film chronicles the Apollo 11 mission, commanded by Neil Armstrong and piloted by Buzz Aldrin, to land on the moon.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.9 - 6
Deep Inside The TitanicMovie · 1999 · 47mFour kilometers beneath the ocean, the Titanic rests in darkness. Few explorers have ventured to its depths, but now we can explore the wreck. Using remote submersibles, viewers glide through the ship's living spaces, witnessing the current state of the ballrooms, hallways, and living quarters. The program reveals what each room was like before the disaster, offering stories of the people who lived there. Throughout the ship, the grandeur that once made the Titanic a symbol of pride highlights the poignant story of those who were aboard in their final moments.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.8 - 7
AIBOU: Tokyo Detective DuoMovie · 2010 · 107m · DocumentaryAcross America, rural landowners are suddenly offered lucrative deals from energy companies to lease their land. The companies are eager to tap into a vast natural gas supply, often called the "Saudi Arabia of natural gas." Using a new hydraulic drilling technique called "fracking," developed by Halliburton, America is poised to become a major energy producer.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.1 - 8
Project NimMovie · 2011 · 93m · DocumentaryFrom the creators of Man on Wire comes the true story of Nim, a chimpanzee who in the 1970s was the subject of a groundbreaking experiment. The experiment sought to prove an ape could learn to communicate using language if raised like a human child. The film follows Nim's remarkable experiences within human society and the lasting effect he has on those he encounters. It's a direct and honest account of an animal we attempted to turn into a person. What we discover about him – and ourselves – is both humorous, insightful, and deeply disturbing.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.8 - 9
Walking with DinosaursMovie · 2013 · 87m · Animation, Family, AdventureWhen dinosaurs are the dominant species, Patchi, a small but spirited Pachyrhinosaurus, sets off on an incredible journey. Navigating a vibrant world of friendly companions and occasional threats, Patchi discovers the bravery he needs to lead his herd and become a legendary hero.IMDb 5.2TMDB 6.2
