DOCUMENTA Movies

The Mystery of Van Goghs Ear (2016) Jeremy Paxman joins forces with 'art sleuth' Bernadette Murphy to try and solve one of the greatest and bloodiest mysteries of the art world - why Vincent Van Gogh cut off his own ear in December 1888?

The Day Hitler Died (2016) Filmed interviews with the survivors of the Berlin Bunker in which Adolf Hitler, Eva Braun and the Goebbels family killed themselves in the final days of World War II. The interviews were made in 1948 by Captain Michael Musmanno, a US Navy Lawyer and Nuremberg Judge, and t

The Bandit (2016) Burt Reynolds and other crew members from the 1977 classic "Smokey and the Bandit" share their experiences with the late director and stuntman Hal Needham.

The Walkers Among Us (2015) With The Walking Dead franchise at the peak of it's popularity, Documentarians Cris Macht and Ian Vacek explore and examine why humanity is obsessed with the "zombie apocalypse". Cris and Ian interview fans that have been there since the comic book debuted in 20

Hidden Colors 4: The Religion of White Supremacy (2016) Hidden Colors is a documentary about the real and untold history of people of color around the globe. This film discusses some of the reasons the contributions of African and aboriginal people have been left out of the pages of history. Traveli

Bending Steel (2013) An intimate documentary exploring the lost art of the oldetime strongman and one man's struggle to overcome limitations of body and mind.

One Strange Rock (2018) From the award-winning team of filmmaker Darren Aronofsky (`Black Swan') and producer Jane Root (`America the Story of Us'), this 10-part cinematic event series explores the fragility and wonder of planet Earth -- one of the most peculiar, unique places in the universe. Host

Born Strong (2017) The four strongest men on the planet compete for the crown. We meet each 400-pound giant in his home country, then on to The Arnold Strongman Classic. Starring Eddie Hall, Hafthor Bjornsson, Brian Shaw and Zydrunas Savickas.

The Boys: The Sherman Brothers Story (2009) A documentary about Robert B. Sherman & Richard M. Sherman -- aka The Sherman Brothers -- the Academy Award and Grammy-winning songwriters.

Flying Monsters 3D with David Attenborough (2011) WHILE DINOSAURS WALKED THE EARTH, MONSTERS RULED THE SKIES...For thousands of years, humans have believed that there were once flying monsters. But did they really exist beyond our ...

Superheroes (2011) 'Superheroes' will introduce us to several of the country's most famous masked heroes including, Mr. Xtreme, a 33-year-old security guard officer by day, but a goon's worst nightmare by night. We'll follow Mr. Xtreme on his nightly patrols through the streets of San Diego, as he t

Tabloid (2010) Tabloid stories centered on the activities of Joyce McKinney, a former beauty queen with a self-reported IQ of 168, over her life are presented. Beyond her beauty pageant days, McKinney first hit the tabloid pages in Britain in what was largely coined "The Case of the Manacled Mormon"

Metallica: Live Shit Binge & Purge, San Diego (1993) Metallica performs live during their Black Album tour. This concert was recorded in San Diego 1993, near the end of the tour.

Patton Oswalt: No Reason to Complain (2004) Stand-up special from Patton Oswalt.

Lee Evans: XL Tour Live 2005 (2005) A DVD containing the comedy antics of Lee Evans on his live stand-up tour in Cardiff, Wales.

A Map for Saturday (2007) On a trip around the world, every day feels like Saturday. A MAP FOR SATURDAY reveals a world of long-term, solo travel through the stories of trekkers on four continents. The documentary finds backpackers helping neglected Thai tsunami victims. It explains why Nepal's gues

Noam Chomsky: Rebel Without a Pause (2003) Linguist, intellectual and activist, Noam Chomsky discusses and reflects on the state of world events including the War in Iraq, September 11th, the War on Terror, Media Manipulation and Control, Social Activism, Fear, and American Foreign Policy in both la

The Aristocrats (2005) Comedy veterans and co-creators Penn Jillette and Paul Provenza capitalize on their insider status and invite over 100 of their closest friends--who happen to be some of the biggest names in entertainment, from George Carlin, Whoopi Goldberg and Drew Carey to Gilbert Gottfried

Metal: A Headbangers Journey (2005) Sam Dunn is a 30-year old anthropologist who wrote his graduate thesis on the plight of Guatemalan refugees. Recenly he has decided to study the plight of a different culture, one he has been a part of since he was a 12-year old: the culture of heavy metal. Sam se

Michael Jacksons Journey from Motown to Off the Wall (2016) A look at the life of the late pop star Michael Jackson from his early days at Motown Records to the release of his hit 1979 album, Off the Wall.

Marvels Captain America: 75 Heroic Years (2016) Marvel celebrates the history of Captain America, both in the comics and on TV and film, and examines the character as a reflection of American culture throughout the years.

Vaxxed: From CoverUp to Catastrophe (2016) In 2013, biologist Dr. Brian Hooker received a call from a Senior Scientist at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) who led the agency's 2004 study on the Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) vaccine and its link to autism. The scientist, Dr. Wi

Dawn of the Justice League (2016) Kevin Smith hosts a look behind the scenes of upcoming movies from the DC Films universe, featuring the trailer for "Suicide Squad."

Author: The JT LeRoy Story (2016) The story behind literary persona JT LeRoy, the fictional writer created by American author Laura Albert.

Tony Robbins: I Am Not Your Guru (2016) TONY ROBBINS: I AM NOT YOUR GURU, a feature documentary film about internationally renowned life and business strategist Tony Robbins, is a revelatory cinéma vérité film that goes behind the scenes of his mammoth seminar "Date With Destiny,"

Joan Rivers: A Piece of Work (2010) This documentary follows one year in the life of Joan Rivers, who sees herself first and foremost as an actress, with her life as a comedienne/writer just an extension of being an actress. Now at age 75, Rivers has faced her ups and downs in her forty plus year ca

Payback (2012) An adaptation of Margaret Atwood's book examining the metaphor of indebtedness.

The War Tapes (2006) Straight from the front lines in Iraq, THE WAR TAPES is the first war movie filmed by soldiers themselves. These soldiers bypassed Pentagon supervised media to share their experience like never before. Funnier, spicier, and more gut wrenching than news reports, this is Operation

Darwin (2011) Darwin is a documentary feature about an isolated community at the end of a weathered road in Death Valley, California. Propelled from society by tragic turns, the people of Darwin (population 35) must now find ways to coexist in a place without a government, a church, jobs, or childre

Valentine Road (2013) On February 12, 2008, in Oxnard, California, eighth-grade student Brandon McInerney shot his classmate Larry King twice in the back of the head during first period. When Larry died two days later, his murder shocked the nation. Was this a hate crime, one perpetrated by a buddin

The Last Play at Shea (2010) A documentary feature chronicling the history of two New York icons and the journey that brought them together for the last musical performance at Shea Stadium.

Blackadder Rides Again (2008) Rowan Atkinson and the cast of legendary comedy series Blackadder are back for this one-off documentary special to mark 25 years since the original BBC transmission in 1983. Featuring fascinating interviews and behind-the-scenes insight from its renowned cast and writer

Pink Floyd: P. U. L. S. E. Live at Earls Court (1994) Pink Floyd's final live show in 1995.

Nightmares in Red, White and Blue: The Evolution of the American Horror Film (2009) An exploration of the appeal of horror films, with interviews of many legendary directors in the genre.

Thinking XXX (2004) For a book project, photographer Timothy Greenfield-Sanders took photographs of 30 stars of adult movies, each pair of photographs in the same pose, clothed and nude. This film records the photo shoots and includes interviews with the performers and commentary from eight writers

Girl 27 (2007) The reclusive Patricia Douglas comes out of hiding to discuss the 1937 MGM scandal, in which the powerful film studio tricked her and over 100 other underage girls into attending a stag party, where she was raped.

Tears of Gaza (2010) In a rough style, by way of unique footage, the brutal consequences of modern wars are exposed. The film also depicts the ability of women and children to handle their everyday life after a dramatic war experience. Many of them live in tents or in ruins without walls or roofs. T

The Clash: Westway to the World (2000) This documentary combines recent interviews and old footage to provide a comprehensive view of The Clash, one of the world's most influential rock bands. Footage from old club shows and stadium concerts is intercut with interviews with band members Mick Jones,

Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson (2008) Fueled by a raging libido, Wild Turkey, and superhuman doses of drugs, Thompson was a true "free lance, " goring sacred cows with impunity, hilarity, and a steel-eyed conviction for writing wrongs. Focusing on the good doctor's heyd

Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father (2008) In 2001, Andrew Bagby, a medical resident, is murdered not long after breaking up with his girlfriend. Soon after, when she announces she's pregnant, one of Andrew's many close friends, Kurt Kuenne, begins this film, a gift to the child. Friend

The Pendle Witch Child (2011) Simon Armitage presents the extraordinary story of the most disturbing witch trial in British history and the key role played in it by one nine-year-old girl. Jennet Device, a beggar-girl from Pendle in Lancashire, was the star witness in the trial in 1612 of her own mo

Katt Williams: American Hustle (2007) Katt Williams is back in this theatrical follow-up to the PIMP CHRONCILES PT. 1. Katt's flashy street attitude drives a story about returning to his roots. Katt is offered the opportunity to become a major Hollywood player. But there's a catch - he has to sell o

Ben Bailey: Road Rage (2011) As host of the Discovery Channel's "Cash Cab" and "Cash Cab After Dark," Ben Bailey's following and popularity continues to grow. Now comes Ben Bailey's hilarious, debut stand-up DVD!

The Science of Sex Appeal (2009) The elusive qualities of sex appeal are examined through the lens of science in this probing documentary, which reveals the evolution and function of every component of human attraction. In this study of the science behind "chemistry," you'll learn how the

The Haunted History of Halloween (1997) The origins of Halloween are explored in this engrossing program on the subject. A ghoulish array of costumes...

Naked Ambition: An R Rated Look at an X Rated Industry (2009) Noted Celebrity Photographer, Michael Grecco, sets out to capture the essence of the AVN Awards and Convention where the best in American Pornography is displayed, celebrated and honored.

Capitalism: A Love Story (2009) Capitalism: A Love Story examines the impact of corporate dominance on the everyday lives of Americans (and by default, the rest of the world). The film moves from Middle America, to the halls of power in Washington, to the global financial epicenter in Manhattan. Wit

March of the Penguins (2005) At the end of each Antarctic summer, the emperor penguins of the South Pole journey to their traditional breeding grounds in a fascinating mating ritual that is captured in this documentary by intrepid filmmaker Luc Jacquet. The journey across frozen tundra proves to be