Documentary

The documentary is a form of non-fiction storytelling that aims to present factual information, insights, and perspectives on real-world subjects, events, issues, or people. Documentaries can cover a wide range of topics, including history, science, culture, social issues, nature, biographies, and more.

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1. Bob Dylan: Busy Being Born

Jun 8, 2020  •  TV Shows
Few musicians have made an impact throughout the decades as seismic as Bob Dylan. Retrace his journey, from humble folk beginnings in Hibbing, to the bustling electric Greenwich Village. Discover his musical predecessors and the events that sparked a young Bob Dylan to venture into his own psyche. As the times changed, Dylan's anti-war and pro-civil rights message has become ever more present. Unable to be pinned down, Bob's sound evolved, rewriting the songwriting rule book in the process. Armed with only his guitar and harmonica, he defied the normal conventions set before him and championed for the weak and downtrodden. Dylan has pushed music to its boundaries, and become the only musician to have been awarded a Nobel prize.
7.8
Generally favorable

2. Sun Ra: A Joyful Noise

Feb 26, 2006  •  TV Shows
Robert Mugge filmed jazz great Sun Ra on location in Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. between 1978 and 1980. The resulting 60-minute film includes multiple public and private performances, poetry readings, a band rehearsal, interviews, and extensive improvisations. Transferred to HD from the original 16mm film and lovingly restored for the best possible viewing experience.
7.1
Generally favorable

3. Fiddlin'

Aug 26, 2019  •  TV Shows
Winning over 20 awards on the festival circuit, FIDDLIN' had a nationwide U.S. theatrical event tour playing upwards of 50 markets and rocketed to the top of the iTunes Doc Charts upon release. Set in the Appalachian Mountains, FIDDLIN' is a foot-stomping celebration of true Americana profiling the birthplace of Bluegrass and Old-Time music. This hopeful, inspiring documentary shines a light on what is best about America. Filmed at the World's Oldest Fiddler's Convention, Fiddlin' shows the uplifting and healing power of music. With multi-generations jamming together and kids holding instruments instead of phones, it feels like taking a step back in time as we witness some off-the-charts pickin' and fiddlin'. There is an abundance of raw talent in FIDDLIN', with most talent playing by ear and certainly a number of stars in the making. Wayne Henderson, a world-renowned luthier known as the "guitar god," is a master craftsman and enthralling storyteller. Wayne's friendship with 11-year-old guitar prodigy, Presley Barker, shows how closely knit a community of musicians can be as even mentor and student compete against one another for that coveted blue ribbon. Phenomenal female talents, including Dori Freeman, Martha Spencer, Ivy Phillips and Kitty Amaral are all making their mark. They reveal the difficulties of women breaking into the bluegrass world. Karen Carr describes how music helped her overcome mental illness and saved her life. Sensational flat-foot dancing and some of the last known footage of Doc Watson visiting Wayne Henderson in his guitar shop are but a few topics in this rollicking documentary. Eddie Bond and Jon Lohman share little known history of the music origins and Jake Krack electrifies with his fiddle. These mountain musicians are determined to pass on their music and traditions with most claiming they will "play till the day they die". When the top 10 finalists are announced in the ultra-competitive guitar, we're in for an exciting finale. Sister filmmakers, Julie Simone and Vicki Vlasic, returned to their Appalachian roots to film FIDDLIN' at the Old Fiddlers' Convention for the first time in its 80 year history.
8
Generally favorable

4. Bon Jovi: Live from London

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Bon Jovi live at London's Wembley Stadium, part of the These Days Tour.
8.3
Generally favorable

5. Iron Maiden: Live After Death

Feb 6, 1985  •  TV Shows
Part of their World Slavery Tour, this, their Long Beach Arena shows, have finally come to the format of DVD. Bringing you the early tracks of their career and with the themes and backdrops to their "Powerslave" album (1984), this, the definitive Iron Maiden concert will have you in thunderous applause to this British heavy metal troupe. They're all here: Aces High, 2 Minutes to Midnight, The Trooper, Number of the Beast and Running Free etc...If there is life after death, then only prey that it is Eddie and The Boys' who show you the way...
9.1
Universal Acclaim

6. Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band: Live in New York City

Apr 6, 2001  •  TV Shows
Live From New York City is the chronicle of Bruce Springsteen's first tour with The E Street Band in over a decade. A full-on rock revival packed with hits and fan favorites, Live From New York is a triumphant reunion of one of rock's great acts.
8.9
Generally favorable

7. When the Road Bends... Tales of a Gypsy Caravan

Jun 14, 2007  •  TV Shows
A brief look into Romani culture and Rom (Gypsies) from around the globe as five famous Romani groups tour the USA. The film visits their families at home in Spain, India, Macedonia and Romania.
7.6
Generally favorable

8. Afghan Star

Jan 15, 2009  •  TV Shows
A documentary about the simultaneously unifying and divisive effects of Afghanistan's version of the TV talent show format on its society. It focuses on "Afghan Star" which airs on the Tolo TV channel in Afghanistan.
7.2
Generally favorable

9. Here to Be Heard: The Story of the Slits

Nov 7, 2018  •  TV Shows
The tale of the formation, journey and end of the seminal Punk/Reggae band The Slits.
7
Generally favorable

10. X: The Unheard Music

Feb 28, 1986  •  TV Shows
This film is a documentary about the personalities in, and the music of, the early 1980's Los Angeles punk band X. There are studio and live performances by the band and interviews with band members; all nicely interspersed with footage of area DJs, record stores, old TV shows and commercials.
8
Generally favorable

11. Color Me Obsessed: A Film About the Replacements

Mar 25, 2011  •  TV Shows
For some aging music fans and kids with a passion for musical history, The Replacements are rock and roll defined. This Minneapolis quartet took a teenage-punk attitude, threw it in a blender with classic and pop rock, and then poured it into a Middle American pint glass. Over the band's 12-year existence, its live sets were magical, a total mess, or both-depending on your mood and the members' respective blood alcohol levels. Gorman Bechard's remarkable history of the 'Mats takes us from their first show as the Impediments to their 1991 onstage breakup in Chicago, and everywhere in between. Bechard bravely eschews including the band's music, photos, and live footage, instead relying solely on the fans: their well-kept memories, hilarious anecdotes, and differing points of views about the foursome's wildly varied discography and infamous antics. Bechard has recruited an impressive roster of influential fans: musicians such as Husker Du, Babes in Toyland, The Decemberists, The Hold Steady, Archers of Loaf, Titus Andronicus, and Goo Goo Dolls; writers such as Jack Rabid, Legs McNeil, Robert Christgau, Jim DeRegotis, and Greg Kot; and actors such as George Wendt, Tom Arnold, and Dave Foley. Sprinkled in among that esteemed group are the more mainstream fans, who often give the most insightful and heartfelt perspectives of all. Follower or not, after taking in COLOR ME OBSESSED, you'll be ready to run home, gather some 'Mats albums, and design a perfect soundtrack of your own.
6.8
Generally favorable

12. Freddie Mercury: The King of Queen

Jan 15, 2018  •  TV Shows
Renowned as one of the greatest performers of the 20th century Freddie Mercury pushed the boundaries of art and music as he lead his band Queen to international stardom.
6.7
Generally favorable

13. Sex Gang Children: Live at Ocean

Dec 10, 2007  •  TV Shows
Concert film of the band's 2002 show at London's Ocean music venue.
0
No rating

14. Out of Time: The Material Issue Story

Nov 13, 2021  •  TV Shows
Out of Time is a feature documentary about Chicago trio, Material Issue and their legacy.
7.5
Generally favorable

15. Tupac Shakur: Before I Wake...

Aug 27, 2001  •  TV Shows
A look back on Tupac's final years through the eyes of Rap legends "Eazy-E", Russell Simmons and Tupac's personal bodyguard, Frank Alexander. Featuring never-before-seen footage.
7.1
Generally favorable
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