My Fav Documentaries
by Chocolegz | created - 18 Apr 2013 | updated - 20 Jan 2016 | Publicin no order
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101. The Nomi Song (2004)
Not Rated | 98 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
Having failed to break into professional opera in his native Germany (where, as an usher in West Berlin's Deutsche Oper, he would serenade the staff after the real performances were over) ... See full summary »
Director: Andrew Horn | Stars: Klaus Nomi, Ann Magnuson, David Bowie, Gabriele Lafari
Votes: 1,122 | Gross: $0.07M
102. Super Size Me (2004)
PG-13 | 100 min | Documentary
While examining the influence of the fast food industry, Morgan Spurlock personally explores the consequences on his health of a diet of solely McDonald's food for one month.
Director: Morgan Spurlock | Stars: Morgan Spurlock, Daryl Isaacs, Chemeeka Walker, Dania Abu-Rmaileh
Votes: 113,306 | Gross: $11.53M
103.
Omnibus (1967–2003)
Episode:
Ginger Baker in Africa
(1973)
Not Rated | 53 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
The former Cream drummer travels to Nigeria to build a recording studio.
Director: Tony Palmer | Stars: Ginger Baker, Fela Kuti
Votes: 36
104. Minamata (1971)
105 min | Documentary
A documentary about the plight of the victims of Minamata disease, which was caused by the ingestion of fish containing abnormal amounts of mercury released into the sea by a fertilizer factory owned by the Chisso company.
Director: Noriaki Tsuchimoto
Votes: 198
105. Getting Back to Abnormal (2013)
TV-PG | 90 min | Documentary, Comedy, Drama
'Getting Back To Abnormal' is an intimate look at race, politics and culture in post-Katrina New Orleans. Five years after the storm, New Orleans has changed. It is less black and less poor... See full summary »
Directors: Louis Alvarez, Andy Kolker, Peter Odabashian, Paul Stekler
Votes: 27
106. Standing in the Shadows of Motown (2002)
PG | 108 min | Documentary, Music
Documentary about the Funk Brothers, a group of Detroit musicians who backed up dozens of Motown artists.
Director: Paul Justman | Stars: Joe Hunter, Jack Ashford, Uriel Jones, Richard 'Pistol' Allen
Votes: 3,849 | Gross: $1.60M
107. Looking for Langston (1989)
R | 45 min | Biography, Drama
A black and white, fantasy-like recreation of high-society gay men during the Harlem Renaissance, with archival footage and photographs intercut with a story. A wake is going on, with ... See full summary »
Director: Isaac Julien | Stars: Ben Ellison, Matthew Baidoo, Akim Mogaji, John Wilson
Votes: 613
108. The Rhythmatist (1985)
58 min | Music, Documentary
A musical oddessy through the heart of Africa in search of the roots of Rock & Roll.
Director: Jean-Pierre Dutilleux | Stars: Stewart Copeland, Lorne Blair, Tisch Raye, Giriama
Votes: 49
109. Wild Style (1982)
R | 82 min | Drama, Music
South Bronx graffiti artist Zoro is commissioned to paint a backdrop for a hip-hop concert.
Director: Charlie Ahearn | Stars: Lee Quiñones, Lady Pink, Fab 5 Freddy, Patti Astor
Votes: 2,950
110. When We Were Kings (1996)
PG | 88 min | Documentary, Sport
Boxing documentary on the 1974 world heavyweight championship bout between defending champion, George Foreman, and the underdog challenger, Muhammad Ali.
Director: Leon Gast | Stars: Muhammad Ali, George Foreman, Don King, James Brown
Votes: 19,139 | Gross: $2.79M
111. 4 Little Girls (1997)
TV-14 | 102 min | Documentary, History
A documentary of the notorious racial terrorist bombing of an African American church during the Civil Rights Movement.
Director: Spike Lee | Stars: Maxine McNair, Walter Cronkite, Chris McNair, Fred Lee Shuttlesworth
Votes: 3,581 | Gross: $0.13M
112. Day by day, Femi Kuti (2010)
52 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
Director: Thomas Bataille | Stars: Keziah Jones, Femi Kuti, Sodi
113. Eyes on the Prize (1987–1990)
TV-PG | 360 min | Documentary, History
A documentary about the American Civil Rights Movement from 1952 to 1965.
Stars: Julian Bond, Coretta Scott King, John Lewis, Andrew Young
Votes: 737
114. Bring on the Night (1985)
PG-13 | 97 min | Documentary, Music
Documents the preparation and rehearsals for Sting's first solo concert, as well as his supporting band's opinions on their leader and his controversial efforts.
Director: Michael Apted | Stars: Miles A. Copeland III, Gil Friesen, Vic Garbarini, Omar Hakim
Votes: 654 | Gross: $1.89M
115. Sign 'o' the Times (1987)
PG-13 | 85 min | Documentary, Music
Highlights from Prince's 1987 European concert tour, including selections from the rock star's album of the same title.
Directors: Prince, David Hogan, Albert Magnoli | Stars: Prince, Sheila E., Sheena Easton, Matt Fink
Votes: 2,486 | Gross: $3.00M
116. The Life and Crimes of Doris Payne (2013)
Not Rated | 74 min | Documentary
Tells the real life story of an 80 year old international jewel thief. Features interviews with Doris Payne, her daughter and son, her childhood best friend and law enforcement officers. ... See full summary »
Directors: Kirk Marcolina, Matthew Pond | Stars: Eunetta T. Boone, Jean Herbert, Thomas Jacques, Alfredo J. Molina
Votes: 269
117. Art of Conflict (2012)
73 min | Documentary, History, News
The murals of Northern Ireland are an expression of the region's violent Troubles. 'The Art of Conflict' examines these murals through their painters and the people who live there, ... See full summary »
Director: Valeri Vaughn | Stars: Gerry Adams, Danny Devenny, David Ervine, Mark Ervine
Votes: 267
118. The Civil War (1990)
TV-14 | 76 min | Documentary, History, War
A comprehensive survey of the American Civil War.
Stars: David McCullough, Sam Waterston, Julie Harris, Jason Robards
Votes: 18,569
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