More than ever, the documentary has become an essential form of communication, grounding us in a moment while providing historical context and nuance. Among 2025’s best examples of the form are ...

Netflix and documentaries go together like salt and pepper, with the streamer garnering quite the reputation for high-quality docu-content. Although some may be heavily indulgent and fail to impress ...

There were so many great, impactful and memorable movies on the 2024 movie schedule, and that’s also true when it comes to documentaries released over the past 12 months. Whether they appeared on some ...

Crime has always been a subject of fascination. In colonial New England, pamphlets on murders were handed out, featuring recaps of crimes and trials, plus any last words criminals uttered before they ...

Picks this month include a Bob Dylan sleeper, a harrowing portrait of Syria, and Will Ferrell and Harper Steele’s road trip. By Ben Kenigsberg The proliferation of documentaries on streaming services ...

If the Academy Awards have any interest in preserving their legitimacy—or even basic credibility—they must consider rescinding the Oscar handed to “No Other Land” for Best Documentary. To do otherwise ...