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πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

At 2 years old he read signs and watched documentaries: the genius boy who today attends university in Alabama

Van-Houston McMillion, a 13-year-old boy, has become the youngest student in history to enroll at Calhoun Community College in Alabama, demonstrating remarkable intellectual capabilities from a very early age.

Mar 23 β€’ 08:05 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El PaΓ­s
Life & Tech

Art Looks at Libraries

The article discusses the intersection of art and libraries, highlighting films and documentaries that explore their significance.

Mar 21 β€’ 04:30 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

The Beyond Borders International Documentary Festival of Kastellorizo travels to Athens

The Beyond Borders International Documentary Festival is coming to Athens, featuring award-winning documentaries and masterclasses with industry professionals over a three-day event.

Mar 19 β€’ 07:29 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El PaΓ­s
National & Local

Moritz Feed Doc: ten years of the film festival that strips down fashion

The Moritz Feed Doc film festival celebrates its tenth anniversary, showcasing documentaries that explore both the glamorous and darker aspects of the fashion industry.

Mar 18 β€’ 04:30 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

28th Film Festival - Documentation Persists

The 28th Thessaloniki Documentary Festival showcased impressive documentaries, though it lacked the vibrant energy of previous years.

Mar 16 β€’ 08:27 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡° Politiken
National & Local

If you take a picture, you take part of the soul. So who owns the rights?

The article discusses the ethical implications of nature documentaries and the ownership of rights in the context of biodiversity and exploration.

Mar 15 β€’ 14:44 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ AktuΓ‘lnΔ›.cz
National & Local

From London to Quebec: Czech Television to Air Thousandth Episode of 'Observations from Abroad'

The popular series 'Observations from Abroad' on Czech television is set to continue with a new season featuring the province of Quebec, including a special thousandth episode.

Mar 12 β€’ 17:21 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Louis Theroux names the worst person he's ever met after 30 years of documentaries

Documentarian Louis Theroux identifies Jimmy Savile as the worst person he has ever encountered during his 30-year career, highlighting his notorious history as a paedophile.

Mar 12 β€’ 12:21 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Documentaries incorporate amateur cameras in an era when everyone films their crises

The article discusses how the proliferation of amateur filming has influenced the creation of documentaries, highlighting Pavel Talankin's efforts to expose government propaganda in Russia through his recordings.

Mar 11 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡° Politiken
National & Local

Politiken's reviewers guide you to this year's best documentaries

A guide showcasing 18 highly anticipated documentaries set to be featured at the upcoming CPH:DOX festival in Denmark.

Mar 9 β€’ 18:13 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ SZ
National & Local

Bavarian Film Festivals in Spring: Rare Sightings in Cinema

A film festival in Bad Aibling, Germany celebrates wildlife and nature documentaries under the theme 'More than Human'.

Mar 9 β€’ 10:52 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡° Altinget
National & Local

Greenland, Lynetteholm and Gaza: Here are ten political films at CPH:DOX

The CPH:DOX festival showcases ten political documentaries, addressing themes such as activism, community, and technology from March 11 to 22 in Denmark.

Mar 9 β€’ 00:00 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

At the Oscars, documentaries take an uncompromising look at American society

The nominated documentaries at this year's Oscars aim to provoke discussion on critical social issues in the United States.

Mar 8 β€’ 10:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

America's Most Hated Family Now - Homophobic 'Cult' and Woman Who Escaped

The article discusses the Westboro Baptist Church and the transformation of some of its former members who were featured in Louis Theroux's documentaries.

Mar 8 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
Life & Tech

I’m a true crime expert and these are three must-see documentaries

A true crime expert highlights three essential documentaries that true crime fans should not miss, including the newly released series 'Britain's Almost Perfect Murders'.

Mar 6 β€’ 13:28 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί ABC News AU
National & Local

What to watch in March, from manosphere influencers to dinosaur documentaries

March's television offerings include a variety of genres, from drama to documentaries, highlighting diverse stories and true crime narratives.

Mar 5 β€’ 02:13 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
World

From gun violence to access to abortion, Oscar documentaries dissect social issues

Oscar-nominated documentaries tackle sensitive social issues in America, from gun violence to abortion access and racial tensions.

Mar 4 β€’ 15:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

"Culture Absent": The statistics presented by the Association of Greek Documentaries for ERT and the meeting on Monday

The Association of Greek Documentaries held a press conference to advocate for the return of cultural programming on state television after ERT2 was converted to a sports-only channel.

Mar 3 β€’ 17:05 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ AktuΓ‘lnΔ›.cz
National & Local

What happened next? Stories from the show 13th Room return to screens in a new series

The documentary series '13th Room' returns for a new season, focusing on personal stories that empower audiences to discuss their struggles.

Mar 2 β€’ 09:38 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ ERR
National & Local

Overview. Feature Film in 2025 - Something for Everyone

A review of Estonia's film output in 2025 highlights a blend of exceptional actors, humor, and a diverse range of films, including a significant number of documentaries and youth films.

Feb 24 β€’ 06:06 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Documentaries are the root and future of the content industry

Documentaries play a crucial role in the content industry, serving as both a foundational genre and a significant means of social advocacy.

Feb 23 β€’ 08:23 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Culture 'Off Schedule': ERT2, Documentaries, and Institutional Responsibility

The initiative 'Culture Absent' led by the Union of Greek Documentary (EEN) aims to enhance the presence of Greek documentaries and cultural content on public television, gathering over 1500 signatures.

Feb 18 β€’ 08:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

28th Thessaloniki Documentary Festival: 57 Greek Documentaries

The 28th Thessaloniki Documentary Festival will showcase 57 Greek documentaries from March 5 to 15, highlighting personal narratives and social issues.

Feb 17 β€’ 14:55 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Culture 'off the agenda': ERT2, documentaries, and institutional responsibility

A Greek initiative called "Culture Absent" advocates for the strengthening of cultural content in public television, highlighting the absence of Greek documentaries as a threat to the country's cultural heritage.

Feb 14 β€’ 10:00 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή Lrytas
National & Local

Lrytas Expands Video Content: More Shows and Original Documentaries on the Portal

Lrytas is expanding its video content by introducing original documentaries and new shows focused on various societal issues.

Feb 13 β€’ 08:38 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
Life & Tech

3 of the best Prime Video documentaries and how to watch for free

This article highlights some of the top documentaries available on Prime Video that explore the lives of famous celebrities and how to access them for free.

Feb 12 β€’ 11:55 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Pedro Bial is promoted at Globo and becomes artistic director of documentaries and programs

Pedro Bial has been promoted at Globo, taking on the role of artistic director for documentaries and programs.

Feb 10 β€’ 20:30 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ AktuΓ‘lnΔ›.cz
National & Local

Melania Film About the First Lady Failed. What Other Documentaries About the Famous Also Flopped?

The documentary film 'Melania,' focusing on Melania Trump, has been criticized for failing to attract viewers, highlighting the challenges in producing successful films about famous personalities.

Feb 10 β€’ 05:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
Life & Tech

Five documentaries better than Netflix's Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart

The article discusses five true crime documentaries that are considered superior to Netflix's 'Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart'.

Feb 10 β€’ 01:29 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Romance, tragedy, boxing and music: the most important streaming releases of February

February's streaming lineup features a diverse array of fiction, documentaries, and a highly anticipated romantic series across platforms like Flow, Disney+, and HBO Max.

Feb 5 β€’ 16:13 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
Life & Tech

I'm a true crime expert and this is why people are hooked on disturbing shows

Professor David Wilson discusses the rising popularity of true crime documentaries, providing insights into the dark and disturbing world of homicide with his new series 'Murder UK'.

Feb 3 β€’ 12:11 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

Consigna Gallery will exhibit monumental pieces by Leonora Carrington

The Consigna Gallery is set to inaugurate an exhibition titled 'Anthropomorphism: from Horse to Minotaur', showcasing the sculptural works of Leonora Carrington, along with silver jewelry and audiovisual presentations of her documentaries.

Feb 3 β€’ 06:02 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ ABC
World

The Dark Side of Atlantis

Archaeologists express concern over the rise of misleading publications, documentaries, and conferences that confuse the public and promote pseudoscientific views about the mythical island of Atlantis.

Feb 3 β€’ 03:33 UTC
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Life & Tech

Look, I Want to Talk - A Documentary Streaming Service Creates a Dialogue Salon

A documentary streaming service in Tokyo hosts weekly screenings followed by discussions among attendees, fostering a community dialogue about Asian documentaries.

Feb 2 β€’ 12:53 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ ABC
Life & Tech

Martin Scorsese, neither gangster nor saint nor mortal

At 83, Martin Scorsese continues to defy time and expectations, engaging in a multifaceted tribute through documentaries, cameos, and books while refusing to cease filmmaking.

Jan 10 β€’ 04:28 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El Mundo
Life & Tech

The unfinished story of the Ibarretxe brothers

The article discusses the paradox of recognizing artists posthumously through exhibitions and documentaries, highlighting the notion of being a 'cursed artist.'

Jan 9 β€’ 20:28 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ Die Welt
Life & Tech

Watch Exciting Documentaries and Reports on WELT TV

WELT TV features intriguing documentaries and reports including titles like 'Mayday: Headless in the Cockpit' and 'Lost Places'.

Jan 8 β€’ 19:10 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Večernji List
Life & Tech

An Oscar winner who analyzes propaganda, the role of mass media, and global power dynamics is coming to Zagreb

Belgian multimedia artist and director, known for his innovative documentaries and recent Oscar-nominated film, will hold a masterclass in Zagreb discussing themes of memory and language.

Jan 8 β€’ 10:23 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
Life & Tech

One of '2025's best true crime documentaries' that you completely missed

'Spy High,' a four-part true crime documentary series considered one of the best of 2025, is recommended for fans to catch up on as it did not receive much attention upon its release.

Jan 6 β€’ 12:00 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ Die Welt
Life & Tech

Watch exciting documentaries and reports on WELT TV

WELT TV offers a live program featuring captivating documentaries including topics like heavy transport to museums and military maneuvers.

Jan 2 β€’ 19:08 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Index.hr
Life & Tech

Croatian Film: We Chose the 7 Best and 5 Worst of 2025

A list of the seven best and five worst Croatian films of 2025 has been compiled, highlighting the prominent success of documentaries this year.

Dec 30 β€’ 17:28 UTC

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