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10 Most Disturbing Documentaries and Docuseries on Netflix

These disturbing Netflix documentaries and docuseries will show you just how dark the world can sometimes be.

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15 Disturbing Documentaries That Aren't True Crime

If you are up for a challenge, these disturbing documentaries may shock you, but they also touch on some fascinating truths about humanity.

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Menus-Plaisirs — Les Troisgros Review: 2023's Best Documentary Performs Culinary Hypnosis

Frederick Wiseman's masterpiece is a celebration of family, food, and work. It's deliciously perfect.

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Israelism Review: Jews Push Back in One of the Year's Most Important Documentaries

A controversial new documentary explores how some Jews are speaking out against the actions of Israel, and the consequences of that.

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Exclusive: Cypher Filmmaker on Teaming Up with Grammy-Nominated Rapper Tierra Whack

Chris Moukarbel spoke to MovieWeb about embracing narrative for his hybrid documentary about Tierra Whack following his Netflix doc about Lady Gaga.

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Beyoncé’s Renaissance Film Leads Box Office With $21 Million Debut; Breaks Thanksgiving Weekend Record

Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé becomes the second most successful concert film of the year, following Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour.

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16 Best Documentaries on Prime Video to Watch Right Now

Here are the best documentaries you can currently stream on Prime Video.

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15 Best Documentaries on Crave to Watch Right Now

The best documentaries on Crave right now run the gamut, about everything from true crime to sports, actors, comedians, chefs, and pop stars.

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The Best Disney Documentaries, Ranked

Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes at Disney World and the Disney Studios? These ten documentaries may answer some of your questions.

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Bye Bye Barry Review: A Football Icon Revealed

Barry Sanders shocks the sports world by retiring at age 31 in the prime of his NFL career.

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This Is Spinal Tap 2 to Start Filming in February, Includes Cameos From Paul McCartney, Elton John & More

Director Rob Reiner has confirmed that the This Is Spinal Tap sequel will begin filming in February next year with the original cast returning.

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Cypher Review: Chilling Hybrid Documentary About a Groundbreaking Rapper

Tierra Whack takes center stage in a meta-fictional story about why certain Stans think she's a god.

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HBO’s Great Photo, Lovely Life Trailer Finds a Photojournalist Uncovering Dark Family Secrets

HBO has released a beautiful but intense trailer for the upcoming documentary Great Photo, Lovely Life.

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Exclusive: Nick Broomfield on His Music Docs Like The Stones and Brian Jones

The famed documentarian discusses his new film about The Rolling Stones' early frontman, Brian Jones.

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The Choice Is Yours Clip Highlights Musician’s Struggles to Craft the Last J. Dilla Album

Paramount+'s The Choice Is Yours follows Black Sheep's Dres as he strives to put together an album featuring J. Dilla's unreleased music.

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The 10 Best Science Documentaries of All Time

Science can be difficult to communicate well, but these documentaries excel at being as incredible as they are educational.

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The Home Game Review: A Sports Documentary with the Power of Community at its Very Heart

This understated Icelandic documentary from Smari Gunn and Logi Sigursveinsson restores our faith in soccer.

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A Father's Promise Trailer Finds Healing in Music After the Sandy Hook Tragedy

Check out the trailer for A Father's Promise, which aims to bring awareness to senseless gun violence.

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10 Best Docuseries About the Roman Empire

Here are some docuseries that history buffs need to check out for extra information about the Roman Empire.

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The Stones and Brian Jones Review: A Heavy Peek at the Original Rolling Stones Member

In this expertly assembled archival documentary, original Rolling Stones member Brian Jones finally gets some attention.

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