The documentary genre encompasses a wide spectrum of styles and subjects. Some documentaries aim to inform and educate, while others explore emotional experiences or present persuasive arguments. This list reflects that diversity.
Michael Moore's controversial yet impactful examination of gun violence in America.
Bowling for Columbine (2002)
A thrilling account of Philippe Petit's daring high-wire walk between the Twin Towers.
Man on Wire (2008)
Werner Herzog's unsettling portrait of Timothy Treadwell and his fatal obsession with grizzly bears.
Grizzly Man (2005)
A poignant and immersive look at the lives of two aspiring basketball players from Chicago.
Hoop Dreams (1994)
Errol Morris's insightful interviews with former Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara about the Vietnam War.
The Fog of War (2003)
Michael Moore's critical examination of the Bush administration's response to 9/11.
Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004)
Al Gore's powerful presentation on climate change and its impact.
An Inconvenient Truth (2006)
A heartbreaking and intimate portrayal of the life and death of Amy Winehouse.
Amy (2015)
A disturbing and unique exploration of Indonesian death squad members recounting their past atrocities.
The Act of Killing (2012)
Ava DuVernay's examination of the racial injustices within the American criminal justice system.
13th (2016)
A gripping and fast-paced documentary about the life and career of Formula One driver Ayrton Senna.
Senna (2010)
The incredible story of Sixto Rodriguez, a musician who achieved posthumous fame in South Africa.
Searching for Sugar Man (2012)
A captivating true-crime documentary about a man who impersonates a missing teenager.
The Imposter (2012)
Peter Jackson's innovative and moving restoration of World War I footage.
They Shall Not Grow Old (2018)
A captivating profile of Jiro Ono, a renowned sushi chef in Tokyo.
