Topic: Movie Documentary

Direction Mark Cousins

Cast Aleksandr Sokúrov · Norman Lloyd · Lars von Trier · Paul Schrader

Synopsis The Story of Film: An Odyssey (TV Series) (2011) is an extensive documentary series that delves into the rich history of cinema, broadcasted across 15 engaging one-hour episodes, totaling 900 minutes. This comprehensive journey through film history is helmed and...

Direction Tony Zhou

Synopsis Every Frame a Painting (TV Series) (2014) delves into the intricate world of cinematic structure, offering a meticulous examination of how films are crafted. This series breaks down the components of filmmaking, exploring the techniques and strategies that directors employ...

Direction Jean-Luc Godard

Cast Jean-Luc Godard · Jean-Pierre Gos · Alain Cuny · Juliette Binoche

Synopsis Histoire[s] du cinéma (1988) is a groundbreaking TV series that aired from 1988 to 1998, directed by the renowned filmmaker Jean-Luc Godard. This ambitious project presents a unique and thought-provoking exploration of cinema in the 20th century, blending film, video,...

Direction Thom Andersen

Synopsis Los Angeles Plays Itself (2003) explores the multifaceted portrayal of Los Angeles in cinema, delving into how the city has been both a backdrop and a central character in numerous films. This documentary examines the evolution of Los Angeles' cinematic...

Direction Charles de Lauzirika

Cast Ridley Scott · Hampton Fancher · Michael Deeley · Syd Mead

Synopsis Dangerous Days: Making Blade Runner (2007) is an exhaustive, three-and-a-half-hour documentary that delves into the tumultuous production and lasting impact of the iconic science fiction film "Blade Runner." This comprehensive film is compiled from 80 interviews and features a wealth...

Direction Toshiro Uratani

Cast Hayao Miyazaki · Melinda Froelich · Steve Alpert · Todd Olsson

Direction Laurent Bouzereau

Cast John Williams · Alan Silvestri · Thomas Newman · Steven Spielberg

Synopsis Music by John Williams (2024) delves into the extraordinary journey of a composer whose iconic scores have become synonymous with some of the most cherished films of our era, spanning an illustrious career. This documentary offers an intimate look into...

Direction Jacques Meny

Cast Madeleine Malthête-Méliès · Philippe Duval

Direction Ian Nathan

Cast Jenette Goldstein · Carrie Henn · Mark Rolston · Charles de Lauzirika

Synopsis Aliens Expanded (2024) delves deeply into the narrative and legacy of James Cameron's iconic science fiction masterpiece, "Aliens: El regreso" (1986), offering a fresh and comprehensive look at its enduring influence and the creative process behind its making.

Direction Thierry Fremaux

Cast Thierry Fremaux · Auguste Lumière · Louis Lumière · Martin Scorsese

Synopsis Lumière! (2016) presents a meticulously curated compilation of meticulously restored films from the Lumière Brothers, offering a unique glimpse into the dawn of cinema. This documentary showcases the pioneering work of Louis and Auguste Lumière, who are credited with creating...

Direction Manoel de Oliveira

Cast Manoel de Oliveira · Maria Isabel de Oliveira · Diogo Dória · Teresa Madruga

Synopsis Visit, or Memories and Confessions (1982) is a captivating docu-drama that delves into the personal experiences of renowned filmmaker Manoel de Oliveira during the tumultuous period of dictatorship in Portugal. The film offers a poignant and intimate look at Oliveira's...

Direction Chris Marker

Cast Andrei Tarkovsky · Margarita Terekhova

Synopsis One Day in the Life of Andrei Arsenevitch (TV) (2000) offers an intimate glimpse into the creative process of the renowned filmmaker Andrei Arsenevitch (Tarkovsky) before his passing. This documentary was crafted at the director's behest to serve as a...

Direction Pedro Costa · Thierry Lounas

Cast Danièle Huillet · Jean-Marie Straub

Direction Chris Marker

Synopsis The Last Bolshevik (1992) explores the life and career of Aleksandr Medvedkin, a dedicated communist and film director whose work was frequently censored in the Soviet Union. The documentary captures the reactions of contemporary Russian film students as they discover...

Direction Stuart Richardson

Cast Bryan Cranston · Vince Gilligan · Dean Norris · Michael Bowen

Direction Delphine Seyrig

Cast Jenny Agutter · Juliet Berto · Ellen Burstyn · Candy Clark

Synopsis Sois belle et tais-toi (1981) delves into the experiences of renowned actresses as they candidly discuss their roles within the film industry and the pervasive expectation to prioritize beauty over substance, often being told to "be beautiful and shut up."...

Direction Martin Scorsese · Michael Henry Wilson

Cast Martin Scorsese · Frank Capra · John Cassavetes · Philippe Collin

Direction Fax Bahr · George Hickenlooper · Eleanor Coppola

Cast Francis Ford Coppola · John Milius · Martin Sheen · Sam Bottoms

Synopsis Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse (1991) delves into the tumultuous journey of creating "Apocalypse Now," offering a raw and unfiltered look at the challenges faced by Francis Ford Coppola. The documentary, directed by Eleanor Coppola, captures the behind-the-scenes chaos...

Direction Alex Gibney

Cast David Chase · Alex Gibney · Lorraine Bracco · Drea de Matteo

Synopsis Wise Guy: David Chase and The Sopranos (2024) explores the enduring legacy of 'The Sopranos,' a groundbreaking HBO series that continues to captivate audiences a quarter-century after its debut. Renowned filmmaker Alex Gibney takes a deep dive into the mind...

Direction Lawrence Kasdan

Cast George Lucas · Steven Spielberg · James Cameron · John Dykstra

Synopsis Light & Magic (TV Series) (2022) is a six-episode journey that delves into the inner workings of Industrial Light and Magic, the renowned special effects division of Lucasfilm. The series transports viewers through time, exploring the creation of groundbreaking visual...