Top Rated Documentary Movies on Amazon Video - Page 488

Drop Zone Everest

2023

Drop Zone Everest

2023
Follows a team of former U.S. Special Operators as they skydive into Mt. Everest in honor of those lost during a mission in Afghanistan.
A Life Outside

2014

A Life Outside

2014
This is a story of passion and obsession. Its the story of the relationships of six New Jersey surfers who got on a surfboard 50 years ago and haven't stopped to this day. Pioneering the surf break at the Casino Pier in Seaside Heights, NJ in the 60's, surfing freezing waters before wetsuits existed, they found themselves inside the grip of a passion, an obsession so deep, only those who ride waves would understand. Surfing the Pier was a privilege earned, a territory protected, and friendships were complicated by fierce competition. The Pier, an icon for decades was destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. This is the life story of these men, deeply connected to nature, water and weather, and the lessons learned from the ocean.
The Pride of Stonewall

2021

The Pride of Stonewall

2021
In 1969, Stonewall was the setting for the most important event leading to the gay liberation movement and the fight for L.G.B.T. rights in the U.S. Learn about the riots in '69 to its recognition today as a National Moment.
Government Gangsters

2024

Government Gangsters

2024
From Steve Bannon and the visionary team behind "Clinton Cash", this groundbreaking film will leave you on the edge of your seat. "Government Gangsters," based on the best-selling book by Former Deputy Director of National Intelligence Kash Patel, pulls back the curtain on the sinister world of corrupt bureaucrats, government officials, and their media accomplices, as they conspired to bring down a sitting President, Donald J. Trump, and all those who support him. This explosive film uncovers the depths of deceit and manipulation they employ daily, betraying the very system they vowed to protect. "Government Gangsters" is not just a film-it's a revelation that will forever alter your perception of government. May we never need another film like this.
Trump: Guilty on All Counts

2024

Trump: Guilty on All Counts

2024
Donald Trump faces four criminal cases, with the sentencing for the Hush money scandal taking place on the 11th of July 2024. Just days before the start of the Republican National Convention on the 15th of July where Trump is expected to be formally nominated for president. Although the ex-president continues to claim he is ahead in the polls, the prospect of a jail sentence could really rock his campaign and has warned that the public would reach a breaking point. However, at a time of such high intensity, the prospect of civil unrest and violence could very much rear its ugly head...once again.
The Bridge

2024

The Bridge

2024
Fifty years ago, our country grappled with discrimination that profoundly impacted minority communities. In Los Angeles, neighborhood leaders united to challenge these barriers by establishing a community-focused bank, aiming to deliver the American dream to those marginalized. This pivotal moment marked the beginning of a journey that has closely mirrored the experiences of the Asian American and Pacific Islanders community. To commemorate this shared journey, the East West Bank Foundation commissioned director Evan Leong (Linsanity, Snakehead, and Level Up with Stephen Curry) to create The Bridge. This feature-length documentary explores the struggles, perseverance, and successes that have empowered us all to reach further.
The Best of Laurel and Hardy

1968

The Best of Laurel and Hardy

1968
Compilation of the mismatched but immortal pair's various films and shorts.
Race Across America (2013)

2013

Race Across America (2013)

2013
A British amateur cycling team competes in the hardest bicycle race on the planet. To win they must battle extreme fatigue and injury and also the most punishing of American terrains.
Rommel: The Soldier, the Son, and Hitler

2021

Rommel: The Soldier, the Son, and Hitler

2021
A rare insight into the military career and personal life of Germany's most famous Second World War commander, Field Marshal Erwin Rommel. Told from the perspective of his son Manfred, it tells what happens when a career soldier runs afoul of a dictator. Highly decorated and one of Hitler's favourite commanders in the early years of World War II, the 'Desert Fox' was something of an enigma. Never a member of the Nazi party, Rommel detested the blending of politics and war. He would quickly discover that both were always in play in Hitler's Germany. Greg Kinnear narrates.
The Irish Wedding

2021

The Irish Wedding

2021
Celebrating the joys of an Irish Wedding in all its pleasant predictability - the requisite chats about the weather, the haggle over the beef or salmon, the losing of the rings, the ditching of the heels, the intergenerational whirl around the dancefloor. Alex Fegan (Older than Ireland, The Irish Pub) captures all that is familiar but also conveys the momentousness of the day from the pre-wedding nerves, to the tenderness of the first kiss, from the affectionate humour of the speeches to the melancholy moments as absent friends are remembered. The Irish Wedding presents a pleasingly diverse community of brides and grooms in this warm-hearted and thoroughly entertaining survey of Irish nuptial activity.
The Great American Cassette Masters

2015

The Great American Cassette Masters

2015
This film features the pioneers of the home taping cassette network that began in the early 1980's and continues today.
Paradise! Paradise!

2016

Paradise! Paradise!

2016
Lover of Men: The Untold History of Abraham Lincoln

2024

Lover of Men: The Untold History of Abraham Lincoln

2024
An examination of the intimate life of America's most consequential president, Abraham Lincoln. As told by preeminent Lincoln scholars and never before seen photographs and letters, Lincoln's romantic relationships with men is detailed. The lens is widened into the history of human sexual fluidity and focuses on the profound differences between sexual mores of the 19th century and those we hold today.
Proudly We Served

2011

Proudly We Served

2011
This is the thrilling true story of the USS Mason (DE 529) and its crew, the only African-American sailors to take a U.S. Navy warship into battle during World War II. They challenged the segregation of the U.S. Military, fought the Nazi U-boats, and won. Narrated by actor Ossie Davis, the film interweaves the personal stories of individual crew members with archival footage of the ship and crew produced by the Navy. As a result of the media attention created by this documentary and its companion book, the crew members of the USS Mason were finally awarded the Letters of Commendation which they were recommended for in 1944, but had not received for 50 years. Proud, an award-winning dramatic feature film based on this story, stars Ossie Davis in his last movie role. Broadcast on PBS stations nationwide.
Ryan Reynolds: Funny Business

2023

Ryan Reynolds: Funny Business

2023
A rollercoaster ride through the hilarious and heartwarming world of Ryan Reynolds, from his humble beginnings in Vancouver to conquering Hollywood with his quick wit and unconventional charm.
The Battle to Beat Malaria

2024

The Battle to Beat Malaria

2024
In medical science, there’s been no longer harder fight than against malaria. This is the inside story of a historic new vaccine - from the Oxford lab behind the COVID jab.
Morricone & Tarantino at Abbey Road Studios

2016

Morricone & Tarantino at Abbey Road Studios

2016
Documentary about Ennio Morricone's collaboration with Quentin Tarantino for the movie, "The Hateful Eight."
Blood of the Ancient Vine

2024

Blood of the Ancient Vine

2024
Two wine connoisseurs embark on a mission to discover and procure the finest wine in Spain and Portugal while learning of the history and culture of Iberian wine told by a world renowned historian and Vice Chancellor of the Royal Confraternity of Medieval Wines.
We Beg to Differ

2024

We Beg to Differ

2024
In the underground world of diffing, a community finds solace in their passion, as they navigate personal struggles and challenges both on and off the road.
Henry IX: The Lost King

2017

Henry IX: The Lost King

2017
An immersive documentary reveals the story of a forgotten prince--Henry Frederick Stuart--who was a star of the first decade of the Stuart dynasty in the 1600s but never became king.