Documentaries that tackle controversial political figures tend to walk a tightrope. How do you balance honesty and critique without tipping into sensationalism? How do you challenge leadership without losing sight of the humanity beneath the headline? The Bibi Files steps into this precarious territory and dares to unpack the long and thorny legacy of Benjamin…
There’s a saying about certain years feeling like a hinge — a moment where the world tilts and history moves with unmistakable momentum. For music, 1971 was one of those hinges. Apple TV+’s 1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything dives headlong into that chaotic, creative swirl of a year, taking viewers through a time…
There’s something about dinosaurs that reignites the imagination, even in the most stoic of us. Their towering forms, their intricate designs, their sheer otherworldliness—they are creatures that practically demand we take a step back and marvel. Prehistoric Planet, with its jaw-dropping visuals and immersive storytelling, takes us on a journey back in time, offering a…
Media, in all its vivid forms, serves as a reflection, a refraction, and sometimes a distortion of who we are as people. Enter Visible: Out on Television, a five-part docuseries that takes us on a journey through seven decades of LGBTQ representation in television. It’s not just a history lesson; it’s a kaleidoscope of triumphs,…
To call Fathom a documentary about whales would be technically correct, but it’s also incomplete—like saying the ocean is just water. This isn’t your typical wildlife feature. Yes, there are humpback whales, their haunting songs, and the vast blue abyss they call home. But at its core, Fathom is really about humanity’s insatiable desire to…
In Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me, the shiny veneer of celebrity life is stripped away, exposing a world often overlooked behind the applause and adoration. Selena Gomez, a name synonymous with stardom, allows herself to be seen not as an idol but as a human—fragile, flawed, and searching for peace in a chaotic world….
In the realm of sports documentaries, the air can feel a bit crowded these days. From biopics of legendary players to deep dives into unforgettable seasons, the sheer volume of content can blur into a single, fast-paced montage. Yet, every now and then, one film stands out—not because it shouts the loudest or dazzles the…
There’s something oddly profound about watching people revisit the chaos of their youth with the clarity of hindsight. That’s exactly what Beastie Boys Story offers—a reflective, sometimes hilarious, sometimes poignant walk down memory lane with Michael Diamond (Mike D) and Adam Horovitz (Ad-Rock) as your guides. Directed by Spike Jonze, the documentary doubles as a…
Sometimes, a documentary comes along that doesn’t just tell a story but holds up a mirror. Girls State, directed by Amanda McBaine and Jesse Moss, is one of those films. It invites viewers to look deeply into a microcosm of political and social life, populated by young women who are brimming with ambition, talent, and…
Life is unpredictable. We know that in theory, but seeing it play out in someone else’s story makes it undeniable. Michael J. Fox has lived two lives: the one that rocketed him to stardom and made him a household name, and the one that came after—one defined by resilience, humor, and an unyielding fight against…