DOCUMENTARIES-2017

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1. No Limits: The Thalidomide Saga (2016)

TV-14 | 78 min | Documentary

Oscar-winning documentary filmmaker John Zaritsky returns to the story that has fascinated and compelled him for years - thalidomide and it's effect on the survivors of "the worst drug ... See full summary »

Director: John Zaritsky | Star: Niko von Glasow

Votes: 25

2. Do You Really Want to Know? (2012)

72 min | Documentary

A documentary about the complex emotional, ethical and psychological issues surrounding the new frontier of predictive genetic testing. The film follows three families who have been ... See full summary »

Director: John Zaritsky | Stars: Jeffrey Carroll, Gaalen Engen, Lini Evans, Paul Griggs

Votes: 47

3. Leave Them Laughing (2010)

89 min | Documentary, Comedy, Drama

Life and quips about death from the wheelchair of a woman who vows to exit laughing. Once a nationally-known performer of ballads, skits and self-parody, now fated by Lou Gehrig's Disease ... See full summary »

Director: John Zaritsky | Stars: Mac Zilber, Carla Zilbersmith

Votes: 21

4. Frontline (1983– )
Episode: The Suicide Tourist (2007)

TV-PG | 56 min | Documentary, News

Frontline investigates suicide tourism by following a Chicago native as he travels to Switzerland in order to take his life with help of a nonprofit organization that legally assists suicides.

Director: John Zaritsky | Stars: Arthur Bernard, Craig Ewert, Ivan Ewert, Katrina Ewert

Votes: 187

6. Broken Promises (1989 TV Movie)

Documentary

In this Canadian television TV documentary, Oscar winning filmmaker John Zaritsky interviews people who suffer from sever birth defects stemming from thalidomide, the now notorious drug given to pregnant women in the 1960's.

Director: John Zaritsky

7. Rapists: Can They Be Stopped (1986)

55 min | Documentary

This documentary examines the growing problem of rape in America. It looks at five offenders who are being treated at an innovative facility at the Oregon State Hospital and examines ... See full summary »

Director: John Zaritsky | Star: Hillary Brown

8. Mr Zaritsky on TV (2017)

79 min | Documentary

Mr Zaritsky On TV follows Academy Award-winning director John Zaritsky as he captures the swan song of his career, in this behind-the-scenes road trip that reveals often underappreciated aspects of documentary filmmaking.

Directors: Jennifer Di Cresce, Michael Savoie | Stars: David Frank-Savoie, Justin Ladd, Michael Savoie, John Zaritsky

9. Up/Down (2011)

Not Rated | 85 min | Documentary

There are approximately 5.7 million people in the United States with bipolar disorder. In an attempt to eliminate the mystery and misinformation surrounding the illness, many throughout the... See full summary »

Director: Kyle Gehring | Stars: Blaise Bronson, Susan Brown, Diana Chaudron, Nancy Danielly

Votes: 176

10. Extraordinary: The Stan Romanek Story (2013)

Not Rated | 105 min | Documentary, Drama, Sci-Fi

Stan Romanek is the center of the world's most documented extraterrestrial contact story, and the multitude of evidence accumulated over the past decade has convinced thousands around the ... See full summary »

Director: Jon Sumple | Stars: Stan Romanek, Lisa Romanek, Claude Swanson, Leo Sprinkle

Votes: 1,815

11. Let's Spend the Night Together (2010)

60 min | Documentary, Biography, Music

Take an emotional journey back to the early Seventies, the Golden Age of Groupies! Some were in it for love, some for the music, and some for their art -- and four decades later, these ... See full summary »

Director: Jenna Rosher | Stars: The Beatles, Rodney Bingenheimer, Marc Bolan, David Bowie

Votes: 14

12. This Beat Goes On: Canadian Pop Music in the 1970s (2009 TV Movie)

120 min | Documentary, Music

Tells the story of Canadian music in the 1970s, a ground-breaking era of great sounds, from glam and progressive rock to punk and reggae.

Director: Gary McGroarty | Stars: Burton Cummings, Domenic Troiano, Frank Davies, Red Robinson

Votes: 14

13. Promised Land of Heavy Metal (2008)

90 min | Documentary, Music

Promised Land of Heavy Metal is a documentary about Finland, the only country where heavy metal has become mainstream. Starring Alice Cooper, Mr Lordi, and Ville Valo.

Director: Tanja Karttunen | Stars: Kuisma Aalto, Rutter Mark Alec, Alice Cooper, Mike D'Antonio

Votes: 73

15. The Old Grey Whistle Test at 30 (2001 TV Special)

Music

A celebration of the 30th anniversary of the first screening of "Old Grey Whistle Test, The" (1971) featuring highlights from the archive.

Stars: Bob Harris, David Bowie, Tim Buckley, Alice Cooper

Votes: 58

16. The Filth and the Fury (2000)

R | 108 min | Documentary, Biography, Music

82 Metascore

A film about the career of the notorious punk rock band, the Sex Pistols.

Director: Julien Temple | Stars: Paul Cook, Steve Jones, John Lydon, Glen Matlock

Votes: 6,206 | Gross: $0.61M

17. Here's to Life: The Story of The Refreshments (2017)

93 min | Documentary, Biography, Music

A documentary about a band that had a hit in the mid 90's and then seemingly disappeared... only to rise again as an independent band in a new era of music.

Director: Taylor Morden | Stars: Brian David Blush, Jason Boots, Joseph A. Boucher, Rodney Browning Cravens

Votes: 21

18. Independent Lens (1999– )

TV-14 | Documentary

Independent Lens is an award-winning PBS documentary series that streams on the PBS App and airs on public television. Independent Lens documentaries focus on stories of underrepresented ... See full summary »

Stars: America Ferrera, Terrence Howard, Stanley Tucci, Mary-Louise Parker

Votes: 635

19. Hired Gun (2016)

Not Rated | 98 min | Documentary, Music

A documentary film about session and touring musicians that are hired by well established and famous bands and artists like Metallica, KISS, and Billy Joel. These hired guns may not be household names, but are still masters of their craft.

Director: Fran Strine | Stars: John 5, Kenny Aronoff, Corey Britz, Kara Britz

Votes: 2,216

21. Smoke and Mirrors: The Story of Tom Savini (2015)

Not Rated | 91 min | Documentary

A documentary about the life of Tom Savini. The film covers his early days in Pittsburgh, and his rise to stardom as Hollywood's most sought after special effects wizard.

Director: Jason Baker | Stars: John Amplas, Tom Atkins, Howard Berger, Doug Bradley

Votes: 849

22. Danny Says (2015)

Unrated | 104 min | Documentary, Biography, History

64 Metascore

The life and times of music manager and publicist Danny Fields, who worked with some of the biggest acts of the '60s and '70s, including the Doors, Cream, Lou Reed, Nico, Judy Collins, the Stooges and the Ramones.

Director: Brendan Toller | Stars: Mx Justin Vivian Bond, John Cale, Judy Collins, Alice Cooper

Votes: 850 | Gross: $0.04M

23. An Honest Liar (2014)

Not Rated | 90 min | Documentary, Biography, Comedy

76 Metascore

The life and career of the renowned stage magician turned scientific skeptic of the paranormal, James Randi.

Directors: Tyler Measom, Justin Weinstein | Stars: James Randi, Penn Jillette, Teller, Ray Hyman

Votes: 10,501 | Gross: $0.12M

24. Super Duper Alice Cooper (2014)

Unrated | 98 min | Documentary, Biography, Music

Super Duper Alice Cooper is the twisted tale of a teenage Dr Jekyll whose rock n roll Mr Hyde almost kills him. It is the story of Vincent Furnier, preacher's son, who struck fear into the ... See full summary »

Directors: Sam Dunn, Reg Harkema, Scot McFadyen | Stars: Doris Buchrucker, Alice Cooper, Sheryl Cooper, Jack Curtis

Votes: 1,290

25. Slash: Raised on the Sunset Strip (2014 TV Movie)

TV-14 | 71 min | Documentary, Biography, Music

A Directv and Guitar Center documentary highlights the iconic rock guitarist, Slash. Featuring interviews with Dave Grohl, Joe Perry, Alice Cooper, Duff Mckagan and Nikki Sixx

Director: Martyn Atkins | Stars: Steven Adler, Marc Canter, Jerry Cantrell, Alice Cooper

Votes: 235

26. The Art of McCartney (2014 Video)

Not Rated | 87 min | Documentary

The documentary is an inside look at the making of The Art Of McCartney album on which some of the world's greatest artists interpret the songs of one of the world's greatest songwriters, ... See full summary »

Director: Ralph Sall | Stars: Alice Cooper, Roger Daltrey, Joe Elliott, Yusef Islam

Votes: 23

27. Wacken (2014)

TV-MA | 95 min | Documentary, Music

Artists and attendees of the 24th annual Wacken Open Air festival discuss the impact heavy metal music and the festival itself has had on them.

Director: Norbert Heitker | Stars: Rammstein, Alice Cooper, Deep Purple, Motörhead

Votes: 408

28. Drew: The Man Behind the Poster (2013)

Not Rated | 97 min | Documentary, Biography

59 Metascore

A documentary on legendary movie-poster artist Drew Struzan.

Director: Erik Sharkey | Stars: Greg Aronowitz, Timothy Bradstreet, Joanna Cassidy, Ernie Cefalu

Votes: 1,074

29. Crystal Lake Memories: The Complete History of Friday the 13th (2013 Video)

Not Rated | 400 min | Documentary, Horror

A chronicle of the history of the Friday the 13th franchise.

Director: Daniel Farrands | Stars: Corey Feldman, Peter M. Bracke, Samantha Delutri, Kimberly Higgins

Votes: 2,696

30. Skum Rocks! (2013)

77 min | Documentary, Biography, Comedy

'Play like the music doesn't matter.' The unbelievable true story of the band that gained massive east coast popularity in the late 1980s despite having a complete lack of musical talent ... See full summary »

Director: Clay Westervelt | Stars: Jill Anenberg, Joanna Angel, Carmine Appice, Kevin Bacon

Votes: 43

31. Great American Rock Anthems: Turn It Up to 11 (2013 TV Movie)

65 min | Documentary, Music

At the dawn of the 70s American rock stopped looking for a revolution and started looking for a good time; enter the classic American rock anthem - big drums, a soaring guitar, a huge chorus and screaming solos.

Director: Dione Newton | Stars: Huey Morgan, Dave Bickler, Albert Bouchard, Joe Bouchard

Votes: 14

32. Supermensch (2013)

R | 85 min | Documentary, Biography, Music

64 Metascore

The life and career of the legendary Hollywood insider, Shep Gordon.

Directors: Beth Aala, Mike Myers | Stars: Shep Gordon, Sylvester Stallone, Michael Douglas, Alice Cooper

Votes: 3,403 | Gross: $0.21M

34. Metal Evolution (2011–2014)

Documentary, Music

Metal Evolution is broken down into episodes about a different piece of metal history. The series includes interviews with and about Alice Cooper, Slash, Lemmy, Rob Zombie, members of ... See full summary »

Stars: Sam Dunn, Scott Ian, Bruce Dickinson, Deena Weinstein

Votes: 2,654

35. Sunset Strip (2012)

TV-MA | 96 min | Documentary

A documentary on the famous Los Angeles street.

Director: Hans Fjellestad | Stars: Cisco Adler, Lou Adler, Ahmed Ahmed, Tommy Alastra

Votes: 822

36. A Band Called Death (2012)

Not Rated | 96 min | Documentary, Biography, Music

77 Metascore

A documentary on the 1970s punk trio Death, and their new-found popularity decades after they disbanded.

Directors: Mark Christopher Covino, Jeff Howlett | Stars: Bobby Hackney, David Hackney, Dannis Hackney, Robbie Duncan

Votes: 4,005 | Gross: $0.13M

37. Michael Douglas & Friends Celebrity Golf Tournament (2012 TV Special)

Sport

The Michael Douglas & Friends celebrity golf tournament has attracted some of the entertainment industry's biggest stars. The tournament has raised over $10 million, and benefits the Motion... See full summary »

Directors: Bob Lanning, Tom Blair, Terry Ewert, Jane Lanning | Stars: Brian Baumgartner, Alice Cooper, Michael Douglass, Driton 'Tony' Dovolani

42. Lemmy (2010)

116 min | Documentary, Biography, Music

64 Metascore

A documentary on the life and career of revered heavy-metal musician Lemmy Kilmister.

Directors: Greg Olliver, Wes Orshoski | Stars: Lemmy, Phil Campbell, Mikkey Dee, Dave Navarro

Votes: 8,605

43. Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy (2010 Video)

Not Rated | 239 min | Documentary, Horror

Explore the origins of "dream demon" Freddy Krueger in this award-winning documentary that takes you behind the scenes of the most frightening and imaginative horror franchise in motion picture history!

Directors: Daniel Farrands, Andrew Kasch | Stars: Heather Langenkamp, Stacey Alden, Erika Anderson, Marshall Bell

Votes: 5,192

44. Mother of Rock Lillian Roxon (2010)

74 min | Documentary, Music

Mother of Rock: Lillian Roxon shines a light into the decadent world of Max's Kansas City, a tiny underground club in New York, and Lillian Roxon's place in documenting the emerging rock ... See full summary »

Director: Paul Clarke | Stars: Judy Davis, Alice Cooper, Germaine Greer, Derryn Hinch

Votes: 42

45. Alice Cooper Theatre of Death Live (2010 Video)

Not Rated | 92 min | Music

Alice Cooper completed his 2009 Theatre of Death World Tour by filming the final show at London's legendary Hammersmith Apollo. The concert features many of Cooper's massive hits including ... See full summary »

Director: Dave Meehan | Star: Alice Cooper

Votes: 38

46. One for the Fire: The Legacy of 'Night of the Living Dead' (2008)

88 min | Documentary

A definitive documentary that recaps the evolution of an American Cinema Classic over the past 40 years.

Directors: Robert L. Lucas, Chris Roe | Stars: George A. Romero, Duane Jones, Judith O'Dea, Russell Streiner

Votes: 122

47. The Story of Rock 'n' Roll Comics (2005)

Not Rated | 80 min | Documentary

The controversial publisher of unauthorized comic book biographies of rock stars, Todd Loren, was praised by some (Gene Simmons, Jerry Garcia, Nick Mason) and threatened with law suits by ... See full summary »

Director: Ilko Davidov | Stars: Alice Cooper, Steven Crompton, Deena Dasein, Mary Fleener

Votes: 42

48. Metal: A Headbanger's Journey (2005)

R | 96 min | Documentary, Music

73 Metascore

An examination of the heavy metal music subculture that tries to explain why, despite the longevity and popularity of the genre, fans are marginalized and ridiculed for their passion.

Directors: Sam Dunn, Scot McFadyen, Jessica Joy Wise | Stars: Tom Araya, Gavin Baddeley, Blasphemer, Randy Blythe

Votes: 12,489

49. The Perfect Scary Movie (2005 TV Movie)

102 min | Documentary

A documentary looking at the various conventions and scare techniques of the horror genre.

Stars: Alexander Armstrong, Richard O'Brien, Darrell Wilkins, Jenny Agutter

Votes: 72

50. X-Rated: The Pop Videos They Tried to Ban (2004 TV Movie)

100 min | Documentary

Documentary tracing the history of the pop video and the way in which this marketing tool has frequently been used to create shock, outrage and controversy, all in a bid to sell records.

Director: Simon George | Stars: Alexander Armstrong, Mitch Benn, Alice Cooper, Kevin Godley

Votes: 37

51. The 100 Greatest Scary Moments (2003 TV Movie)

245 min | Documentary, Horror

A countdown of the scariest moments on film and television, as voted for by the viewers.

Directors: Mark Murray, Helen Spencer | Stars: Jimmy Carr, Kacey Ainsworth, Patrick Allen, Stephen Armstrong

Votes: 206

52. Mayor of the Sunset Strip (2003)

R | 94 min | Documentary, Biography, Music

71 Metascore

A look at the history of fame in the world through the eyes of pop star impresario, Rodney Bingenheimer.

Director: George Hickenlooper | Stars: Rodney Bingenheimer, David Bowie, Joey Ramone, Exene Cervenka

Votes: 1,647 | Gross: $0.26M

53. Adventures in Rock (2002 TV Movie)

48 min | Documentary, Biography, Music

This Canadian documentary follows the journey of Toronto born record producer Jack "the bear" Richardson 50 year career in the music industry. Jack produced every Guess Who records ... See full summary »

Director: Bruce Carter | Stars: Jack Richardson, Mike Guinta, Randy Bachman, Burton Cummings

55. 25 Years of Punk (2001 TV Movie)

60 min | Documentary, Music

Lou Reed narrates this Television special that takes a look back at the beginnings of the punk rock movements in New York & England, the underground punk scenes in the 70's & 80's, and the ... See full summary »

Stars: Billie Joe Armstrong, Jello Biafra, David Byrne, Charlotte Caffey

Votes: 62

56. The Beatles Revolution (2000 TV Movie)

120 min | Documentary, Music

Celebrities explain how The Beatles (who only appear in archival footage) and their music touched their lives.

Director: Rudy Bednar | Stars: Meredith Vieira, Tim Allen, Bono, David Bowie

Votes: 177

57. Exit Through the Gift Shop (2010)

R | 87 min | Documentary, Comedy, Crime

85 Metascore

Following the style of some of the world's most prolific street artists, an amateur filmmaker makes a foray into the art world.

Director: Banksy | Stars: Banksy, Mr. Brainwash, Space Invader, Debora Guetta

Votes: 68,841 | Gross: $3.29M

58. The Antics Roadshow (2011 TV Movie)

Not Rated | 48 min | Documentary

A look at famous pranks and acts of activism which have become iconic.

Directors: Banksy, Jaimie D'Cruz, Akiz | Stars: Kathy Burke, Andy Bichlbaum, Mike Bonanno, Michael Fagan

Votes: 387

59. Banaz: A Love Story (2012)

69 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime

This is a documentary film chronicling the brutal Honour Killing of Banaz Mahmod, a young British Kurdish woman in London, killed by her own family for choosing a life for herself.

Directors: Deeyah Khan, Darin Prindle | Stars: Nazir Afzal, Bobbie Cheema, Andy Craig, Caroline Goode

Votes: 247

60. I'm Dancing as Fast as I Can (1982)

R | 107 min | Biography, Drama

A true story about Emmy-winning documentary filmmaker Barbara Gordon's Valium addiction and her desperate attempts to kick the habit.

Director: Jack Hofsiss | Stars: Jill Clayburgh, Nicol Williamson, Dianne Wiest, Joe Pesci

Votes: 572

61. Boxing for Freedom (2015)

74 min | Documentary, Drama, Sport

The young Sadaf Rahimi is the best female boxer in Afghanistan, but she must deal with her country's traditions, fear and her own fate in order to be a free woman. Her struggle will turn her into an example for many Afghan young women.

Directors: Juan Antonio Moreno Amador, Silvia Venegas Venegas | Stars: Sadaf Rahimi, Salima Rahimi, Shabnam Rahimi, Sabir Sharifi

Votes: 21

62. Walking the Mile (Director's Cut) (2014 Video)

96 min | Documentary

Behind-the-scenes documentary of The Green Mile (1999).

Director: Constantine Nasr | Stars: Howard Berger, Scott Crabbe, James Cromwell, Alan B. Curtiss

Votes: 31

63. Independent Lens (1999– )
Episode: Don't Stop Believin': Everyman's Journey (2013)

R | 105 min | Documentary

53 Metascore

A documentary on Arnel Pineda, who was plucked from YouTube to become the new singer for the rock & roll band, Journey.

Director: Ramona S. Diaz | Stars: Arnel Pineda, Neal Schon, Jonathan Cain, Ross Valory

Votes: 1,249

64. Voyage of Time: Life's Journey (2016)

PG-13 | 90 min | Documentary, Drama

68 Metascore

An exploration into our planetary past and a search for humanity's place in the future. With narration by Cate Blanchett.

Director: Terrence Malick | Stars: Cate Blanchett, Jamal Cavil, Maisha Diatta, Yagazie Emezi

Votes: 5,465

65. Truth (I) (2015)

R | 125 min | Biography, Drama, History

66 Metascore

Newsroom drama detailing the 2004 CBS "60 Minutes" report investigating then-President George W. Bush's military service, and the subsequent firestorm of criticism that cost anchor Dan Rather and producer Mary Mapes their careers.

Director: James Vanderbilt | Stars: Cate Blanchett, Robert Redford, Dennis Quaid, Elisabeth Moss

Votes: 21,248 | Gross: $2.54M

66. Thought Crimes: The Case of the Cannibal Cop (2015)

TV-MA | 81 min | Documentary, Crime

A probing look into the potential future of "thought policing" through the headline-making case of the NYPD "Cannibal Cop," who was charged with conspiring to kidnap and eat women.

Director: Erin Lee Carr | Stars: Gary Allen, Violet Blue, James A. Cohen, Joseph DeMarco

Votes: 1,836

67. Cameraman: The Life and Work of Jack Cardiff (2010)

Not Rated | 86 min | Documentary, Biography

71 Metascore

In 2001 Jack Cardiff (1914-2009) became the first director of photography in the history of the Academy Awards to win an Honorary Oscar. But the first time he clasped the famous statuette ... See full summary »

Director: Craig McCall | Stars: Jack Cardiff, Martin Scorsese, Kirk Douglas, Lauren Bacall

Votes: 1,348 | Gross: $0.02M

68. I'm Still Here (I) (2010)

R | 108 min | Comedy, Drama, Music

48 Metascore

Documents Joaquin Phoenix's transition from the acting world to a career as an aspiring rapper.

Director: Casey Affleck | Stars: Joaquin Phoenix, Antony Langdon, Carey Perloff, Larry McHale

Votes: 23,907 | Gross: $0.41M

69. Quiz Show (1994)

PG-13 | 133 min | Biography, Drama, History

92 Metascore

A young lawyer, Richard Goodwin, investigates a potentially fixed game show. Charles Van Doren, a big time show winner, is under Goodwin's investigation.

Director: Robert Redford | Stars: Ralph Fiennes, John Turturro, Rob Morrow, Paul Scofield

Votes: 73,373 | Gross: $24.82M

70. Gahan Wilson: Born Dead, Still Weird (2013)

Not Rated | 85 min | Documentary

Gahan Wilson: Born Dead, Still Weird is an insightful profile of the legendary cartoonist. For over fifty years, Gahan Wilson has been known for his ghoulish, twisted visions that combine ... See full summary »

Director: Steven-Charles Jaffe | Stars: Lewis Black, Stephen Colbert, Guillermo del Toro, Neil Gaiman

Votes: 57

71. Room 237 (I) (2012)

Not Rated | 102 min | Documentary

80 Metascore

An exploration of various interpretations of Stanley Kubrick's horror film, The Shining (1980).

Director: Rodney Ascher | Stars: Bill Blakemore, Geoffrey Cocks, Juli Kearns, John Fell Ryan

Votes: 23,120 | Gross: $0.26M

72. I Am Chris Farley (2015)

Not Rated | 96 min | Documentary, Biography

58 Metascore

A documentary on the life of comedian, Chris Farley.

Directors: Brent Hodge, Derik Murray | Stars: Christina Applegate, Tom Arnold, Dan Aykroyd, Lorri Bagley

Votes: 3,643

73. Jaco (2015)

Not Rated | 110 min | Documentary, Biography, Drama

JACO" tells the story of Jaco Pastorius, a self-taught, larger-than-life musician who single-handedly changed the course of modern music by redefining the sound and the role of the electric bass guitar.

Directors: Stephen Kijak, Paul Marchand | Stars: Jaco Pastorius, Jerry Jemmott, Robert Trujillo, Flea

Votes: 1,258

74. The Life and Death of Peter Sellers (2004)

TV-MA | 122 min | Biography, Comedy, Drama

The feature adaptation of Roger Lewis' book about the actor best remembered as Inspector Clouseau in the Pink Panther movies.

Director: Stephen Hopkins | Stars: Geoffrey Rush, Charlize Theron, Emily Watson, John Lithgow

Votes: 15,293

75. The Great Impostor (1960)

Approved | 113 min | Comedy, Drama

66 Metascore

Ferdinand Waldo Demara Jr. is a versatile man who gets his kicks out of impersonating a marine, a monk, a navy surgeon and a prison warden, eventually getting in trouble with the law for it.

Director: Robert Mulligan | Stars: Tony Curtis, Karl Malden, Edmond O'Brien, Arthur O'Connell

Votes: 1,709

76. The Fantasy Film Worlds of George Pal (1986)

93 min | Documentary

An endearing tribute to the father of fantasy and science fiction filmmaking - Oscar winner George Pal . Five decades of the visionary film makers groundbreaking works are presented via rare interviews and dynamic movie scenes.

Director: Arnold Leibovit | Stars: Zsoka Pal, Duke Goldstone, Ray Harryhausen, Gene Warren

Votes: 222

77. Queen Mimi (2015)

TV-PG | 75 min | Documentary, Biography, Comedy

Forced onto the streets in her 50s, Marie found "home" at a Santa Monica laundromat. Taking shelter there for 20 years, Mimi's passion for pink, and living without looking back, has taken her from homelessness to Hollywood's red carpets.

Director: Yaniv Rokah | Stars: Zach Galifianakis, Renée Zellweger, Yaniv Rokah, Graham McTavish

Votes: 614

78. Titicut Follies (1967)

Unrated | 84 min | Documentary

Documentary filmmaker Frederick Wiseman takes us inside the Massachusetts Correctional Institution Bridgewater where people stay trapped in their madness.

Director: Frederick Wiseman

Votes: 5,114

79. Open Secret (2011)

Not Rated | 55 min | Documentary

OPEN SECRET chronicles Steve Lickteig's 20-year search for who his real birth parents were; why a whole town kept the truth from him; and how his family's tumultuous history revolves around the hidden lives of two unconventional women.

Director: Steve Lickteig

Votes: 69

80. Long Shot (2017 TV Movie)

TV-14 | 40 min | Documentary, Crime, Sport

When Juan Catalan is arrested for a murder he didn't commit, he builds his case around raw footage from the popular TV show, Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000).

Director: Jacob LaMendola | Stars: Tasha Boggs, Juan Catalan, Melissa Catalan, Miguel Catalan

Votes: 8,670

81. Newtown (2016)

Not Rated | 85 min | Documentary, History

87 Metascore

A look at how the community of Newtown, Connecticut came together in the aftermath of the largest mass shooting of schoolchildren in American history.

Director: Kim A. Snyder | Stars: Gene Rosen, Syeda Suriya Ahmed, Abbey Clements, Sally Cox

Votes: 1,734 | Gross: $0.01M

82. Nova (1974– )
Episode: Mind of a Rampage Killer (2013)

TV-PG | 52 min | Documentary

Can science help us understand these crimes?

Director: Miles O'Brien | Stars: Miles O'Brien, Jeff Williams, Andy Williams, Joshua W. Buckholtz

Votes: 222

83. It Might Get Loud (2008)

PG | 98 min | Documentary, Music

70 Metascore

A documentary on the electric guitar from the point of view of three significant rock musicians: The Edge, Jimmy Page, and Jack White.

Director: Davis Guggenheim | Stars: Jimmy Page, The Edge, Jack White, Dallas Schoo

Votes: 13,552 | Gross: $1.61M

84. Mindhunter (2008 TV Movie)

Documentary

In this compelling documentary, John Douglas, a former FBI criminal profiler, uses his investigative skills and expertise to go head-to-head with two convicted serial killers: ... See full summary »

Director: Todd Dayton | Stars: John Douglas, Donald Harvey, Joseph Kondro

Votes: 49

85. To Be Funny: 100 Years of Buster Keaton (2017)

76 min | Documentary, Biography, Comedy

A documentary celebrating the enduring legacy of silent film comedian Buster Keaton, 100 years after his first appearance on film.

Director: Jessica Roseboom

86. Sideshow: Alive on the Inside (1999 TV Movie)

Not Rated | 115 min | Documentary

These real, amazing and very human stories reawakened interest in the bizarre and eccentric world of the circus and carnival sideshow, turning the spotlight on the legendary headliners of ... See full summary »

Director: Lynn Dougherty | Stars: Percilla Bejano, Ronnie Galyon, Donnie Galyon, Jeanie Tomaini

Votes: 28

87. Oklahoma City (2017)

Not Rated | 102 min | Documentary, Crime, History

74 Metascore

Documents the beliefs and experiences of Timothy McVeigh in the lead-up to his bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, which claimed 168 lives.

Director: Barak Goodman | Stars: Janet Beck, Alan Berg, Jim Botting, Bill Buford

Votes: 2,959

88. Lost Boys (2012)

52 min | Documentary

Documentary feature film about the "lost" generation in present-day Russia, who were born in the 1980s, grew up without any ruling ideology, and who feel they are adrift in their own society.

Director: Varvara Obrosova | Stars: Andrey Bogatyrev, Roman Dmitriev, Yuriy Kuevda, Artyom Pylnov

Votes: 22

89. The Tigers of Scotland (2017)

55 min | Documentary

The Tigers of Scotland is a feature length documentary by Wild Films Ltd and narrated by Iain Glen. It focuses on the fragile existence of the Scottish Wildcats, their status and what ... See full summary »

Director: Leanne Gater | Star: Iain Glen

Votes: 331



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