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I Am Chris Farley
2015
I Am Chris Farley
2015
star 7.1I am Chris Farley tells his hilarious, touching and wildly entertaining story - from his early days in Madison, Wisconsin, to his time at Second City and Saturday Night Live, then finally his film career (which included hits like Tommy Boy and Black Sheep). The film showcases his most memorable characters and skits from film and television and also includes interviews and insights from his co-stars, family and friends - including the likes of Christina Applegate, Dan Aykroyd, Mike Myers, Bob Odenkirk, Bob Saget and Adam Sandler.The Phenomenon
2020
The Phenomenon
2020
star 6.3This documentary examines unidentified aerial phenomenon. With testimony from high-ranking government officials and NASA Astronauts, Senator Harry Reid says it "makes the incredible credible."I Am Paul Walker
2018
I Am Paul Walker
2018
star 8.3Exploring the life and legacy of actor Paul Walker, the Southern California native who cut his teeth as child actor before breaking out in the blockbuster Fast and Furious franchise.Pennywise: The Story of ‘It’
2021
star 7.4Thirty-plus years after its release, the popular two-part miniseries "It" and its infamous villain Pennywise live on in the minds of horror fans around the world. This documentary captures not only the buzz the "It" saga generated in 1990 but also the lasting impact it has had on an entire generation and the horror genre at large. Several years in the making, the film features exclusive interviews with many of the cult classic's key players, from cast members Richard Thomas, Seth Green, and Tim Curry, who portrayed the notorious monster clown Pennywise, to director Tommy Lee Wallace and special effects makeup artist Bart Mixon. The documentary also boasts a wealth of archival material and never-before-seen footage.Dolly Parton: Here I Am
2019
star 7.4Dolly Parton leads a moving, musical journey in this documentary that details the people and places who have helped shape her iconic career.Aliens on the Moon: The Truth Exposed
2014
star 4Never-before-aired NASA footage presents evidence that the Moon is being used as a base.I Am Patrick Swayze
2019
I Am Patrick Swayze
2019
star 7An inside look at the life of Patrick Swayze as told by the people who knew him best.Freddie Mercury: The Final Act
2022
star 6.7The story of the extraordinary final chapter of Freddie Mercury’s life and how, after his death from AIDS, Queen staged one of the biggest concerts in history, the Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert at Wembley Stadium, to celebrate his life and challenge the prejudices around HIV/AIDS. For the first time, Freddie's story is told alongside the experiences of those who tested positive for HIV and lost loved ones during the same period. Medical practitioners, survivors, and human rights campaigners recount the intensity of living through the AIDS pandemic and the moral panic it brought about.The Go-Go's
2021
The Go-Go's
2021
star 7.2As the first all-female band to play their instruments, write their songs and have a No. 1 album, The Go-Go’s made history. Underpinned by candid testimonies, this film chronicles the meteoric rise to fame of a band born in the LA punk scene who became a pop phenomenon.I Am Alfred Hitchcock
2021
star 7.2Interviews and archival footage weave together to tell the story of the Master of Suspense, one of the most influential and studied filmmakers in the history of cinema.Lauda - The Untold Story
2014
star 6.8In 1976 Niki Lauda survived one of the most famous crashes in Formula One history. Using previously unseen footage, LAUDA: THE UNTOLD STORY explains what happened on that fateful, and near fatal day at the Nurburgring, then follows Lauda’s courageous journey to recovery culminating in a miraculous comeback in Monza just weeks later. The film also investigates the impact that his crash had not just on his own life but on the sport as a whole, looking at the safety developments from the 1900s to the present day. Featuring exclusive access to Mercedes HQ and interviews with Lauda, his family, and motorsports legends past and present including Sir Jackie Stewart, David Coulthard, Mark Webber, Lewis Hamilton, Nico Rosberg, Hans-Joachim Stuck and Jochen Mass. LAUDA: THE UNTOLD STORY is a must-see for all motorsport fans.Moment of Contact
2022
Moment of Contact
2022
star 6.1An exploration of potential extraterrestrial encounters centered on a series of events in Varginha, Brazil during 1996. Residents reported seeing one or more strange creatures and a UFO crash.I Am Richard Pryor
2019
I Am Richard Pryor
2019
star 6.9The life story of Richard Pryor (1940-2005), the legendary performer and iconic social satirist who transcended racial and social barriers with his honest, irreverent and biting humor.All Star Comedy Jam
2009
All Star Comedy Jam
2009
star 6.3Cedric delivers on stage and has hand-picked some of the industry s most talented and sought after comedians, Kevin Hart, Tommy Davidson, Aries Spears and DeRay Davis, to follow his act. No topic is off limits with these comedians, everything from politics and religion to current events, and even a few jabs are thrown at the host, NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal.I Am Burt Reynolds
2020
I Am Burt Reynolds
2020
star 7Friends and family of the late actor Burt Reynolds remember his life and career, accompanied by clips of his most beloved films.Johnny Cash: American Rebel
2015
star 8.2Johnny Cash: American Rebel is built around 12 essential Johnny Cash tracks spanning four decades that each deliver the passion, musicality and messages against war, injustice, racism and prejudice, including “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Jackson,” “San Quentin,” “Man in Black,” “Sunday Morning Coming Down,” “Ring of Fire” and “Hurt.” Each song illustrates a chapter in his life, as well the story of an ever-changing America from the 1950s to modern day, as told through interviews, archival concert footage, photographs and personal artifacts from the Cash family.Take Me to the River
2014
Take Me to the River
2014
star 6Take Me to the River is a film about the soul of American music. The film follows the recording of a new album featuring legends from Stax records and Memphis mentoring and passing on their musical magic to stars and artists of today.'85: The Greatest Team in Football History
2016
star 8.2Through never-been-seen-before footage and fascinating interviews with key members of the 1985 Chicago Bears -- Mike Ditka, Jim McMahon, Mike Singletary, and others -- you will hear the inside story of their historic season.Diddy: Monster's Fall
2025
star 5.8Disgraced hip-hop mogul, Sean 'Diddy' Combs could no longer buy his way out of trouble when a September 2024 grand jury indicted Combs on a racketeering conspiracy including sex trafficking, forced labor, and bribery. No bail meant jail.Deep in Vogue
2019
Deep in Vogue
2019
star 4.3Explore the power of dance in an intoxicating portrait of a club scene in the heart of Manchester. (BFI Flare 2019)
