The documentary genre possesses a diversity that often goes underestimated.
While documentaries typically serve the purpose of conveying information or enlightening audiences about non-fictional narratives or subjects, their scope extends beyond mere education.
Diving into the realm of documentary filmmaking can be a genuinely enlightening endeavor, unveiling uncharted realms and distinct viewpoints that might not be as readily accessible within other genres.
1. Title: Stutz
Release Year: 2022
Director: Jonah Hill
Runtime: 1h 36m
Stutz is an intimately introspective documentary that centers around Jonah Hill (known for his role in 21 Jump Street), who also holds the directorial reins of the film. Within Stutz, the Academy Award nominee engages in open conversations with his personal therapist, Dr. Phil Stutz, a prominent psychiatrist.
2. Title: WHAM!
Release Year: 2023
Director: Chris Smith
Runtime: 1h 32m
WHAM! takes you on a nostalgic journey that immerses you deeply, bringing forth the pop duo’s most iconic hits to captivate your mind and simultaneously tugging at your heartstrings through the compelling narrative of their remarkable journey to stardom.
3. Title: Becoming
Release Year: 2020
Director: Nadia Hallgren
Runtime: 1h 29m
Drawing inspiration from Michelle Obama’s 2018 memoir, the documentary Becoming, helmed by director Nadia Hallgren, stands as a source of inspiration. This Emmy-nominated film chronicles the journey of the former first lady during her book tour for her impactful autobiography. Becoming offers an intimate and unfiltered experience, inviting ordinary individuals to partake in a close and personal exploration of her story.
4. Title: The American Meme
Release Year: 2018
Director: Bert Marcus
Runtime: 1h 38m
The American Meme provides a backstage glimpse that unveils the overwhelming isolation, emotional battles, and dearth of personal space that accompany fame.
5. Title: Pamela: A Love Story
Release Year: 2023
Director: Ryan White
Runtime: 1h 52m
Pamela: A Love Story delves into the unfiltered examination of actress and cultural icon Pamela Anderson, as narrated in her own voice. Guided by director Ryan White, this documentary offers a candid portrayal that unveils the gritty truths of celebrity life, profound life-altering experiences, and the sensationalism of tabloid controversies.
6. Title: Sr.
Release Year: 2022
Director: Chris Smith
Runtime: 1h 29m
Sr. stands as a sincere and intimate tribute to the departed filmmaker and father of one of Hollywood’s leading figures, Robert Downey Sr. Crafted under the production of his own son, Robert Downey Jr. (known for Avengers: Endgame), and with the collaboration of director Chris Smith, Sr. delves into the unrestricted journey of the innovative director’s career.
7. Title: Shania Twain: Not Just a Girl
Release Year: 2022
Director: Josh Crowley
Runtime: 1h 28m
Undoubtedly, Shania Twain stands as one of the most impactful figures in country music history, leaving an indelible mark. While it’s quite likely that you’re familiar with several of Twain’s tracks – including “That Don’t Impress Me Much,” “From This Moment On,” and “Man! I Feel Like a Woman!” among her extensive catalog of hits – you might not be fully aware of the myriad challenges she encountered.
8. Title: Our Father
Release Year: 2022
Director: Lucie Jordan
Runtime: 1h 37m
Startling, eerie, and occasionally downright bizarre, Our Father is a documentary that underscores the notion that reality can be more bewildering than fiction. This film sheds light on the actions of Donald Cline, a former fertility doctor from Indianapolis, revealing his unsettling practice of using his own sperm to impregnate numerous patients – a situation that remained entirely concealed from those affected.
9. Title: Sad Hill Unearthed
Release Year: 2017
Director: Guillermo de Oliveira
Runtime: 1h 26m
For those who proudly identify as enthusiasts of The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, this is an essential viewing experience. However, beyond that, it also offers a thought-provoking contemplation of the nature of fandom and the ways in which we express admiration for the artistic creations that have profoundly influenced our existence.
10. Title: Rolling Thunder Revue
Release Year: 2019
Director: Martin Scorsese
Runtime: 2h 22m
Bob Dylan, as an artist, has consistently straddled the boundary between fiction and reality through his persona. This delicate balance becomes the focal point of exploration in Martin Scorsese’s documentary Rolling Thunder Revue, which charts the course of Dylan’s 1975 concert tour.
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