Top Documentary Movies of 2021 Online
Explore the world around you with the best documentary movies of 2021 online. From thought-provoking stories to groundbreaking explorations, these films offer unique insights into real-life events and issues. Watch the top documentary movies of 2021 online and expand your knowledge with captivating true stories.
My Name is Lopez (2021)
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Born in Dallas to undocumented Mexican immigrants, Trinidad Lopez III fought his way out of the ghetto with a guitar to become one of the first Latino rock stars.
Look Away (2021)
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Interviews from women involved in the 70's and 80's rock music industry. An examination of the people taking advantage of underage fans and calling for a "Me too" movement in the music world
Portrait of Kaye (2021)
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Restricted by her lifelong agoraphobia, Kaye has spent most of her life within the four walls of her parents’ house. Finding relief from her fears in the faces and lives of old film stars, she pastes their images alongside those of her deceased family on the walls of her house, creating a kaleidoscopic collage that mixes personal history with Hollywood fantasy. Told first-hand via freewheeling monologues, Portrait of Kaye is a bittersweet portrait of a woman forming her own unique identity while navigating the conflicting influences of her mother’s bawdy humour and her father’s anxieties. Now 74 and recently widowed, her infatuation with a
Why She Smiles (2021)
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Why She Smiles is the true, inspirational story of 34-year old Jamie Sorum, who is battling Huntington's Disease. Huntington's Disease is a rare, fatal neurological disease with symptoms being described as having ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease), Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's all simultaneously. There is no cure. Why She Smiles brings awareness to the necessity of a cure, and highlights Jamie's unfaltering ability to face each day with hope, joy, and surpassing bravery.
The Diary of Vaino Vahing (2021)
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When love is the greatest torment, will art or play save you? A dramatic documentary about author Vaino Vahing.
Beautified Realism: The Making of 'Flowers of Shanghai' (2021)
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A new documentary by Daniel Raim and Eugene Suen on the making of "Flowers of Shanghai," featuring behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with Mark Lee Ping-bing, producer and editor Liao Ching-sung, production designer Hwarng Wern-ying, and sound recordist Tu Duu-chih.
Season of the Osprey (2021)
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From somewhere along the east coast of South America, an osprey has just flown 4000 miles to a small saltmarsh at the delta of the Connecticut River, the place that is imprinted on his memory since birth and where he will rejoin his mate. Over the course of one summer, the reunited osprey pair fends off enemies, hunts hundreds of fish, and raises their chicks into the next generation of sea hawks.
The Blinding of Isaac Woodard (2021)
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In 1946, Isaac Woodard, a Black army sergeant on his way home to South Carolina after serving in WWII, was pulled from a bus for arguing with the driver. The local chief of police savagely beat him, leaving him unconscious and permanently blind. The shocking incident made national headlines and, when the police chief was acquitted by an all-white jury, the blatant injustice would change the course of American history. Based on Richard Gergel’s book Unexampled Courage, the film details how the crime led to the racial awakening of President Harry Truman, who desegregated federal offices and the military two years later. The event also
For the Left Hand (2021)
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At age 10, aspiring pianist Norman Malone is paralyzed on his right side after being attacked by his father. Over the next several decades he masters the left-hand repertoire in secret, before a chance discovery of his talent leads him towards making his concert debut. Aged 78, he will perform the greatest work in the canon: Ravel’s Piano Concerto for the Left Hand.
Fries! The Movie (2021)
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No other food bridges borders, languages, and tastes more than the humble but delicious fried potato. From three-Michelin-star kitchens in Paris to the street carts of Hong Kong, you can always find a savory fry. Taking the audience on a joyous and mouth-watering journey around the world, best-selling authors Malcolm Gladwell and Chrissy Teigen join an international cast of characters to better understand the globe's obsession with the french fry.
Borrowed Future (2021)
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There's a massive student loan crisis in America. Millions have found themselves buried beneath a mountain of debt. Entire generations are trapped. Borrowed Future uncovers the dark side of the student loan industry and exposes how the system is built to work against you. We meet a group of high school students as they're about to make one of the biggest financial decisions of their lives, and then the other side: the reality for adults living with student loan debt. Do 17-year-olds really understand their financial decisions today will affect the future in front of them? Borrowed Future proves that you really do have the power to beat the
Hopped Up (2021)
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How Yakima Valley changed craft beer forever is a feature-length documentary about the world-famous hop growers of Yakima Valley.
Life After (2021)
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People throughout the world believe in life after death and that spirits are trying to contact the living. In this compelling documentary the Science of paranormal investigation is put to the test as as four ghost hunters ask the big questions: Is there something after death? Are ghosts real? Can we communicate with lost family?
This Is Francis X. Bushman (2021)
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Documentary about the life of silent film star Francis X. Bushman
The Magic Maker (2021)
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Famed magician Adam Trent breaks the number one rule of magic and puts magic in the hands of everyday people to help them with the biggest and most emotional moments of their lives.
Prince Philip: The Man Behind the Throne (2021)
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Prince Philip's journey from refugee to consort of Queen Elizabeth II. Descendent of kings and queens, he shaped and modernized the British monarchy.
On These Grounds (2021)
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An explosive viral video shows a white policeman throwing a Black teenager from her school desk. One woman uproots her life to help the girl, face the officer, and dismantle the system behind the “Assault at Spring Valley.”
Silenced: The Hidden Story of Disability in Britain (2021)
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Cerrie Burnell presents a history of disabled people's struggle for human rights in Britain. She also shares inspiring stories of pioneering campaigners for social change, and looks at the challenges still to be faced in the future.
A Tiny Ripple of Hope (2021)
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A charismatic activist works to build a better Chicago for the teens in his neglected community even if it comes at the cost of his home, his family, and his safety.
Terry Venables: A Man Can Dream (2021)
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The extraordinary life and times of Terry Venables, intertwined with the story of England's unforgettable run at Euro 96, with insight from players, friends and family.
Subjects of Desire (2021)
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Subjects of Desire is a thought provoking film that examines the cultural shift in beauty standards towards embracing (or appropriating) Black aesthetics and features, deconstructing what we understand about race and the power behind beauty.
Zombies! Prepping for the Apocalypse (2021)
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The 2-hour special exploring how the predictions of Nostradamus - the world's most renowned prophet - came true and how we must prepare for his most shocking prognostication yet, the Zombie Apocalypse.
Everybody Loves Chris Rock (2021)
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Trace the beloved comedian, actor, and producer’s journey to superstardom — from the mid-1980s stand-up comedy circuit to SNL to the big screen.
L'Oreal Paris Women of Worth (2021)
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Camila Cabello, Helen Mirren, Eva Longoria and other A-list stars celebrate the inspiring stories of 10 U.S.-based nonprofit leaders whose tenacity and courage are leading to meaningful change in addressing society's most pressing issues.
Dear Rodeo: The Cody Johnson Story (2021)
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Dear Rodeo: The Cody Johnson Story, a brand-new cinematic feature-length documentary, is the much bigger picture, recounting Johnson’s real-life journey from the dusty rodeo arenas of rural Texas to some of the biggest musical stages in America. Every emotion Johnson felt over the past 20 years – whether he was standing in the back of the chute at the rodeo or singing about it in front of 75,000 fans – is captured vividly in this big screen experience, with all the highs and lows that come from the dreams you cling to and the dreams you ultimately let go of. Featuring interviews with Reba McEntire, Taya Kyle (the widow of “American Sniper”
In the Dark of the Valley (2021)
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In 1959, an unconfined partial meltdown of a sodium reactor at the Santa Susana Field Lab caused such a devastating radiation leak, that many consider it to be the worst nuclear disaster in U.S. history. What intensifies the situation, is that it's located just 30 miles from Downtown Los Angeles. For twenty years, this nuclear meltdown was concealed from the public eye; the resulting contamination never to be fully eradicated. Years of subsequent investigations have uncovered a number of catastrophic accidents that occurred on the site as well as decades of improper handling of radioactive materials, including the practice of open air burn
Wild Tokyo (2021)
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It may be the largest and most densely populated city on Earth, but Tokyo’s 14 million human residents share their home with an astonishing array of wildlife. From jewel beetles and goshawks in the city’s shrines to the forests of Okutama where bears, monkeys and tanuki feast, this film reveals the power of nature in Japan’s capital.
Extraordinary: The Revelations (2021)
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Explores the historical significance of ET presence around the world as well as three specific belief paradigms — biblical, ascension and colonization - that attempt to define the alien agenda.
Hood River (2021)
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In a small Oregon community, a high school soccer team struggles to overcome class and racial divide in a quest for both individual and team success. While Domingo deals with the deportation of his father to Mexico, and Eric painfully learns how to become a captain and command the respect of his Mexican-American teammates, Coach Riviera struggles to keep the team together amidst the pressure of academics and athletics. This coming-of-age feature documentary focuses on the friendship and maturation of three characters and is set against the backdrop of a segregated American town. Will Domingo graduate? Will Eric become a leader? Will the
Tyler Perry: Man of Many Faces (2021)
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Despite humble beginnings, Tyler Perry established a successful career as a writer, director, and producer for stage, television and film. Perry's acclaimed work has lead to international stardom making him Hollywood's highest paid man.
The Jane Doe Murders (2021)
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Yolanda McClary, a renowned forensic specialist and former Las Vegas crime investigator who specializes in the recovery of DNA, has made it her mission to help give Jane Does their names back. Using groundbreaking new forensic technology and DNA databases, Yolanda and her team of genealogists set out to help local law enforcement solve a murder case from 23 years ago and reveal the identity of a woman left for dead in the remote woods of Polk County, Oregon. With nothing but bones, Yolanda works feverishly to piece together what happened and potentially uncover clues that can help open new roads in the case.
Killer High: The Silent Crisis (2021)
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The face of drug use in America is changing. Fentanyl, a highly addictive opioid, is making its way into the bedrooms of teenagers, often with just a few text messages or a few taps on a smartphone. "Killer High: The Silent Crisis," explores the drug crisis and impact of fentanyl through the eyes of the families impacted by it, the law enforcement officers desperate to get it off the streets, and the medical professionals who must deal with its deadly consequences.
Stanislavski: Lust for Life (2021)
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A story about Konstantin Sergeievich Stanislavski, a twentieth-century theatre genius. Owing to his powerful extraordinary talent he managed to stay a true artist and a free spirit within the harsh Soviet system. In the film contemporary theater and film directors (Kirill Serebrennikov, Katie Mitchell, Lev Dodin and others) show how Stanislavski's method affects their everyday work. Each of the directors finds his or her own reflection in the mirror of his genius. In search of an answer to the question whether modern theatre really needs Stanislavski they discover that art lacks its most essential part – the human being.
The Colonel's Stray Dogs (2021)
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In 1981, seven Libyan exiles formed the core opposition group to Colonel Muammar Gaddafi. Thirty years later, they are back to their country only to inherit the mess he left. The film is an intricate blend of rare first-hand accounts, propaganda archival material turned on its head, evocative cinematography and an untold history of a country.
Multidimensional (2021)
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A journey into one of the most documented ET Contact cases in history.
Fireboys (2021)
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Fireboys is the untold story of young men incarcerated in California who are offered a way out: by fighting wildfires. Immersive and personal, this coming-of-age story examines a correctional path that is both hopeful and destructive.
Last Call: The Shutdown of NYC Bars (2021)
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The hospitality industry is the artistic heartbeat of New York. Thousands of artists, musicians, and actors flock to Queens to work in the service industry to supplement their dreams. In March of 2020 these dreamers put their lives on hold, self- isolating and sacrificing their income as Queens became the global epicenter of COVID-19. LAST CALL follows two local bars and frontline workers in a tale of two sacrifices that saved not only the lives of thousands but also the future of New York.
Mustang Saviors (2021)
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Veteran suicide is a national tragedy on an epic scale.A remarkable treatment is proving more powerful than ever imagined: Pairing veterans with wild mustangs taken straight off the range; miraculously turning despair into enduring hope.
Twyla Moves (2021)
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Interwoven with her storied career and prolific works, Twyla Moves sees legendary choreographer Twyla Tharp navigate her latest creative challenge: making a dance for a world plagued by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Homeroom (2021)
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Following the class of 2020 at Oakland High School in a year marked by seismic change, exploring the emotional world of teenagers coming of age against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world.
Super Frenchie (2021)
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From humble beginnings to becoming the top athlete in his field, extreme athlete Matthias Giraud weighs his passion for skiing and BASE jumping against the grounding effects of raising a young family.
Miss Angela (2021)
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The remarkable story of 91 year old Cuban-American singer-songwriter Angela Alvarez who's lifetime of songs were nearly lost to the world. An inspiring tale of love, loss, struggle but ultimately triumph, 'Miss Angela' is a story 75 years in the making.
Pros and Con Artists: The True Cost of Covid 19 (2021)
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Costs and benefits; every decision has both. As the nation grows increasingly polarized with every passing day, we examine a series of wide reaching public policies and their consequences...for better or worse.
It's Not a Burden: The Humor and Heartache of Raising Elderly Parents (2021)
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IT'S NOT A BURDEN: The Humor and Heartache of Raising Elderly Parents is a feature-length documentary that provides an intimate look, presented with humor and heart, at the relationships between aging parents and the adult children who care for them, examining the challenges they face and the solutions they discover along the way.
Mega Predators of Oz (2021)
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In Australia, sharks have recently been recorded with unusual prey-including other sharks. In order to figure out what has caused this shift in diet, Dr. Charlie Huvaneers and team head to shark infested waters to find out what's in the stomach of a great white - and why.
9th Circuit Cowboy (2021)
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9th CIRCUIT COWBOY is the story of Judge Harry Pregerson who, for almost half a century, served on California's famously liberal 9th Circuit Court of Appeals.
See Us Unite for Change (2021)
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Ken Jeong hosts a night to honor and celebrate the Asian American experience with special guests, short films, and music performances from Black Eyed Peas, Sting, Jhené Aiko, Saweetie and more.
Year of the Pig (2021)
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The documentary gives us a look into a year in Estonian recent history, namely the year 2019, which brought us a schism in our politics and our generations. Where are we headed in this unbalanced world? Can we protect our land from our own controversial demands?
The Race to Save the World (2021)
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The Race To Save The World is a climate change film like no other. Instead of focusing on paralyzing facts and numbers this inspiring feature takes a unique approach by following passionate activists, ages 15-72, who are in the trenches fighting for a livable future. These brave climate warriors put their lives on the line to push for change, regardless of the personal cost. Emmy award-winning filmmaker Joe Gantz brings an urgent and intimate portrait of the protests, arrests, courtroom drama and family turmoil these activists endure as they single mindedly focus their attention on the goal of creating a more sustainable world for future
Searching for Sasquatch (2021)
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Jason Kenzie ventures into the deep dark forests of British Columbia Canada searching for the legendary creature known as Sasquatch. Bigfoot, also known as Sasquatch, in Canadian folklore and American folklore, is an ape-like creature that is reported to inhabit the forests of North America...