Top Rated Documentary Movies on Apple iTunes - Page 253

Children of the Arctic

2014

Children of the Arctic

2014
9
Children of the Arctic is a portrait of five Native Alaskan teenagers growing up in Barrow - the northernmost community in the United States. As their climate and culture undergo profound changes, they strive to balance being modern American kids and the inheritors of an endangered way of life.
Enemy of the Reich: The Noor Inayat Khan Story

2014

Enemy of the Reich: The Noor Inayat Khan Story

2014
9
In 1943, Noor Inayat Khan was recruited as a covert operative into Winston Churchill's Special Operations Executive. With an American mother and Indian Muslim father, she was an extremely unusual British agent. After her network collapsed, Khan became the only surviving radio operator linking the British to the French Resistance in Paris, coordinating the airdrop of weapons and agents, and the rescue of downed Allied fliers.
I Can't Do This But I CAN Do That: A Film for Families about Learning Differences

2010

I Can't Do This But I CAN Do That: A Film for Families about Learning Differences

2010
6
Does having a learning disability mean that you can’t learn? Eight children prove that the answer is a definitive 'No' in this documentary. Interviews with kids are intercut with scenes of the children engaged in activities that reflect their talents to form a compelling portrait of the ways in which these young people use their strengths to overcome their challenges.
Our Earth - Our Oceans

2014

Our Earth - Our Oceans

2014
6.2
Finding Happiness

2014

Finding Happiness

2014
4.5
Finding Happiness is a film that captures a joyful reality. With a unique story directly from the heart and soul of each person who has lived it. Told through the eyes of a New York investigative journalist, Finding Happiness takes us on a journey to see how people can live in harmony, collaboration, compassion, cooperation, peace and love together in a conscious community called Ananda - which means "joy".
Silencing the Song: An Afghan Fallen Star

2011

Silencing the Song: An Afghan Fallen Star

2011
6
In this follow-up to 'Afghan Star,' filmmaker Havana Marking returns to Afghanistan to check in on infamous contestant Setara from the popular Afghan talent show of the same name. The film looks at where Setara is now and the impact that her controversial performance has had on her life and her country, including ever-present threats to her safety.
Pay 2 Play: Democracy's High Stakes

2014

Pay 2 Play: Democracy's High Stakes

2014
6.5
John Ennis follows the money in elections to piece together the cycle of pay-to-play politics.
The Disappeared

2013

The Disappeared

2013
7
An investigation into the victims killed and secretly buried by the IRA during the Troubles in Northern Ireland.
Rock of Ages: The Rolling Stones

2008

Rock of Ages: The Rolling Stones

2008
10
For over four decades the Rolling Stones have been on top. Arrests, drugs, fall-outs, death and relationships have stood center stage with eight consecutive number one albums in the US and sold out live shows.
American Mustang

2013

American Mustang

2013
5.5
Fueled by stunning footage, this stirring documentary considers wild horses' role in the American psyche and their dwindling numbers in today's West. In an artful blend of exquisite nature documentary and character-driven narrative, the majestic wild horses of the American West are revealed in stereoscopic 3D as never before. The wonder in a girl’s eye pulls us into the drama that unfolds on hundreds of millions of acres of public land. The battle lines have long been carved into the landscape, and the players are deeply entrenched. Yet as the subtle choreography that has evolved over thousands of years begins, we are captivated. The intricate dance between a man and a wild horse presents lessons for us all, even the battle-hardened special interest groups fighting for the place of the AMERICAN MUSTANG.
Hit the Road, Nonna

2011

Hit the Road, Nonna

2011
4.5
From a town of steelworkers in the wounded heart of postwar Europe to the lavish glamour of the jet set, this film tells an eccentric and incredible life story set in the world of international fashion.
The Silent Revolution of Truth

2007

The Silent Revolution of Truth

2007
6
The award-winning film documents the amazing, true-life adventures of Billy Meier, the only proven UFO contactee.
The Homestretch

2014

The Homestretch

2014
7
Three homeless teenagers brave Chicago winters, the pressures of high school, and life alone on the streets to build a brighter future.
Maker

2014

Maker

2014
4.8
A documentary on the maker movement and its impact on society, culture and economy in the U.S.
Dangerous Edge: A Life of Graham Greene

2013

Dangerous Edge: A Life of Graham Greene

2013
1
The documentary uses Graham Greene's own words from his books and recordings, as well as photographs and clips from his many films, to reveal the fascinating life of one of the great writers of the twentieth century.
Reporter

2009

Reporter

2009
4
Reporter is the documentary film about Nicholas Kristof. The film tracks him on a harrowing reporting trip through the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Beer Is Cheaper Than Therapy

2011

Beer Is Cheaper Than Therapy

2011
7
There is no place for doubt, sadness and fear in the American army. Still, many soldiers struggle with these feelings. Beer is Cheaper than Therapy portrays what goes on behind the facade of heroism and the 'John Wayne mentality'.
The Beatles Explosion

2007

The Beatles Explosion

2007
6.5
Documentary / Music/Musical - This rare documentary explores the early days of The Beatles with rare interviews, newsreels, press conferences and TV appearances. This celebration of Beatlemania presents a candid look at the Fab Four, detailing their thoughts of fame, the screaming fans and the media's fascination with their hair.
Big Charity: The Death of America's Oldest Hospital

2014

Big Charity: The Death of America's Oldest Hospital

2014
10
This documentary film includes never-before-seen footage and exclusive interviews to tell the story of Charity Hospital, from its roots to its controversial closing in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. From the firsthand accounts of healthcare providers and hospital employees who withstood the storm inside the hospital, to interviews with key players involved in the closing of Charity and the opening of New Orleans’ newest hospital, “Big Charity” shares the untold, true story around its closure and sheds new light on the sacrifices made for the sake of progress.
Heidi Fleiss: The Would-be Madam of Crystal

2008

Heidi Fleiss: The Would-be Madam of Crystal

2008
6
A look at the creation of former Hollywood madam Heidi Fleiss' latest venture, a Nevada-based male brothel called Heidi's Stud Farm, which caters to female clientèle.