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Untold stories behind the culture-defining and newsmaking musical performances, sketches and cameos of the past 50 years.
Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music (2025 )
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A raw, exclusive look at Sean Combs long before he was known as Puff or Diddy. Featuring never-before-seen footage and stories from those who know him best, this documentary special sheds light on his childhood, rise to fame, and recent criminal allegations, challenging viewers to rethink everything they thought they knew about the mogul behind the music—and the mugshot.
Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy (2025 )
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A North Vancouver semi-pro soccer team in its second season strives for greatness and unity in the face of a barrage of conflicts and hardships.
Altitude FC: Rising Together (2024 )
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A celebration of the 20th anniversary of the punk band's bestselling and award-winning seventh studio album.
Green Day: 20 Years of American Idiot (2024 )
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More than a year after fleeing Iran, young filmmaker Sara Fattahi faces a great void. Where could that feeling come from, as if some part of her is missing? She reaches for her phone to find answers.
Somewhere to Be (2024 )
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The "shadow" begins to see fragmented memories that transcend time and place. In an underground, it touches and listens carefully to the memories of people existed.
Underground (2024 )
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Delve into the mesmerising journey of the renowned stage production "Wicked" in this captivating documentary. Uncover the rich history behind the beloved book and stage adaptation, tracing its path to critical acclaim in the UK and beyond. Featuring exclusive interviews with past and present cast members, this documentary offers an intimate look at the enduring legacy of "Wicked."
Wicked: The Real Story (2024 )
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A documentary film about Studio One which, from 1974 to 1994, was the center of queer nightlife in West Hollywood as well as the staging ground for the rise of the LGBTQ rights movement and fight against the AIDS crisis.
Studio One Forever (2024 )
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San Francisco was the epicenter of the American rave scene and witnessed some legendary events that began in the early ‘90s. These all-night electronic-music dance parties are culturally iconic and socially important.
Between the Beats (2024 )
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THE POWER AND THE GLORY tells Serena Williams’ remarkable story from a Compton prodigy to the greatest female tennis player of all time.
Serena Williams: The Power and the Glory (2024 )
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TMZ dives deep inside the latest Diddy headlines with firsthand accounts of freak-offs and interviews with lawyers of new accusers and close friends.
TMZ Presents: The Downfall of Diddy: Inside the Freak-Offs (2024 )
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An 8-year journey into divided America, The American Question examines the insidious roots of polarization and distrust through past the past and present, revealing how communities can restore trust in each other to unite our country.
The American Question (2024 )
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Behind Hollywood's iconic landmarks lies a realm of eerie legends and ghostly tales. Discover the chilling stories of Tinseltown's most haunted sites.
Famously Haunted: Hollywood (2024 )
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For one extraordinary week in February 1972, the Revolution WAS televised. DAYTIME REVOLUTION takes us back in time to the week that John Lennon and Yoko Ono descended upon a Philadelphia broadcasting studio to co-host the iconic Mike Douglas Show, at that time the most popular show on daytime television, with a national audience of 40 million viewers each week. What followed was five unforgettable episodes of television, with Lennon and Ono at the helm and Douglas gamely keeping the show on track.
Daytime Revolution (2024 )
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Meet Gavin McInnes, the audacious Canadian who birthed two polarizing legacies: the left leaning, multi-billion-dollar VICE media empire and the notorious Proud Boys, a violent right wing militia group that was at the forefront of the storming of the Capitol on January 6th. Once celebrated as a progressive visionary, McInnes' transformation into a radical right-wing provocateur stunned the world and left many old colleagues and friends questioning how the, once, coolest man in New York City became the despised leader of the Proud boys. In a high-stakes quest for truth, his former Vice Magazine protégé embarks on a journey into the heart of darkness, determined to unravel the twisted transformation that his mentor and friend underwent. This documentary delves deep into the psyche of a man who defied expectations, exposing the raw, unfiltered journey of a counterculture icon who became the leader and figurehead of an extremist, violent movement that shook the foundations of democracy.
It's Not Funny Anymore: Vice to Proud Boys (2024 )
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The true story of Wanda Rutkiewicz, the first woman in the world and the first person from Poland to climb the highest peaks on earth, told by herself.
The Last Expedition (2024 )
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Harvey Schein lived a rags-to-riches story that embodies the American Dream as a renowned and successful record company CEO, known for his brilliance—and his combativeness. Over time he also became obsessed with how to pass on his wealth to his heirs while avoiding taxes. Director Justin Schein turns the camera on his father as a case study in America’s long and problematic history of tax benefits for the wealthy. This timely film deftly interweaves complex family dynamics with American economic policy, illustrating how the rich stay rich and what it costs our country to keep them that way.
Death & Taxes (2024 )
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In the pristine Bristol Bay area of Alaska, two sets of siblings are alarmed when they learn of plans for the proposed Pebble Mine in the vicinity of their homes. The Salmon sisters, Native Alaskans, work on the regulatory front – pushing the federal EPA to block the project, and remaining hyper-vigilant to political pressures that could shift at any moment. The Strickland brothers, independent fishermen who know they could be just one mine accident away from losing their livelihood, probe closed-door meetings to expose the truth behind what the developer tells the public. Together, the Salmons and the Stricklands remind us never to quit until Goliath has fallen.
Unearth (2024 )
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In the wake of the Taliban's return to power, a group of Kabul women lead a revolutionary fight for their rights—and their lives.
Bread & Roses (2024 )
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CNN camerawoman Margaret Moth fearlessly captures footage of war zones. After receiving catastrophic injuries in the crosshairs of battle, she returns to work with more courage than ever. An intimate portrait of a trailblazing female photojournalist. Features interviews with Moth’s family and friends, including CNN’s Christiane Amanpour. A Sundance film festival premiere directed by Lucy Lawless.
Never Look Away (2024 )
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Nosferatu was a silent horror film, an unauthorised Dracula adaptation. Despite a court order to destroy it, surviving copies became highly influential in cinema. This documentary traces its origins, impact, and legacy, leading to the 2024 remake.
Nosferatu: The Real Story (2024 )
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This compelling film spotlights at its center the unique experiences of Washington State Senator Mona Das and seven other BIPOC women as they ran for political office in the United States. Comprised of a series of authentic, personal conversations, this film shines a light on the daily lives and struggles these magnetic women faced during their individual campaigns.
Bad Ass Women Doing Kick Ass Shit (2024 )
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Fascinating new translations and fresh research are transforming the myth of Atlantis from the realm of fantasy into an incredible reality. Travel across continents and centuries to unlock the secrets of Plato's final legacy - a true story of Ancient Greece, Africa, and climate change across deep time.
The Atlantis Puzzle (2024 )
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"The Jersey Sound" is a love letter to New Jersey's diverse music scene. It captures its rich history through untold stories and intimate interviews while paying homage to legendary icons who have called Jersey home. It's an attitude.
The Jersey Sound (2024 )
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A documentary that explores the challenges, misconceptions, and difficulties in being the last of the Soviet republics to declare independence through the obstacles faced in reconstructing a nation from scratch.
Qazaq (2024 )
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By the end of his illustrious career, Deputy U.S. Marshal Bass Reeves may well have been the preeminent lawman of the Old West. He brought upwards of 3,000 outlaws to justice and served in law enforcement for 32 years during Reconstruction after the Civil War. His story is one of an escape to freedom and the dangers of the West for a former slave who rose to become a legend of the law. Join us as we go in search of Bass Reeves.
In Search of Bass Reeves (2024 )
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The 50-year saga of the legendary Swedish pop quartet…from their iconic Eurovision triumph with 'Waterloo' to the pre-ABBA chapters of individual lives, and the genesis of their unique sound.
ABBA: 50 Years Since Eurovision (2024 )
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Elvis: The Vegas Years (2024 )
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On January 6, 2021, Americans witnessed an attack on the U.S. Capitol without precedent in our history. Armed militiamen and QAnon followers made headlines, but among them were a sea of crosses and Christian flags, rosaries and "Jesus Saves" signs. What motivated so many Christians to participate in this violent assault?
Bad Faith (2024 )
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An ex gang member's love for pigs spurs him on a life-risking mission to uncover the truth behind 'bacon'. Director and Activist Joey Carbstrong goes undercover with fellow activists to infiltrate and expose the deeply ingrained corruption and heartbreaking abuse that lies at the heart of the UK’s ‘pork industry’
Pignorant (2024 )
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Tells the history of skateboard art and its evolution through the decades, as iconic and rebellious skateboarders and artists give firsthand experiences and stories about their art that challenged the establishment.
Sk8face (2024 )
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Monster or majestic creature? Experience these amazing sea dwellers in their natural habitat as experienced wild survivalists who face the threat of extinction.
Sharks: Predators of the Deep (2024 )
