Ukraine’s first Oscar hailed as reminder of war’s horrors as Russian drones strike buildings

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine awoke Monday to another day of war — Russian drones blasted buildings in the Kharkiv and Odesa regions — but also the news it had won its first Oscar. The best documentary victory for Mstyslav Chernov’s “20 Days in Mariupol,” a harrowing first-person account by The Associated Press journalist of the … Read more

A Startup’s Mission to Bring Back the Woolly Mammoth Is Being Made Into a Docuseries

The idea that humans caused this extinction, but human ingenuity can put things right again? Reed: That is one of the big questions that we should be exploring in the documentary series. That is at the heart of whether you support what Colossal are doing, whether you want de-extinction or whether you think it’s not … Read more

12 Funniest Documentaries Ever Made, Ranked According to Rotten Tomatoes

The documentary genre isn’t one that’s typically thought of as being funny, and for good reason. Most documentaries are grounded affairs, with many tackling important issues and real-life stories. There are certain topics where a humorous approach would feel distracting or even disrespectful to the nature of the subject at hand. Naturally, it leads to … Read more

10 Terrifying Documentaries That Prove Real Life Is Scarier Than Any Movie

It’s that time of year again. The month of screams and scares is upon us, and we’re all looking to get our fix of horror. Now, you might be getting your dose from movies and TV shows. That’s understandable. Who doesn’t love a good slasher, or a suspenseful tale of the supernatural? However, fictional horror … Read more

John Pilger, Australia-born journalist and filmmaker known for covering Cambodia, dies at 84

LONDON — John Pilger, an Australia-born journalist and documentary filmmaker known for his coverage of the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia, has died, his family said Sunday. He was 84. A statement from his family, posted on X, formerly Twitter, said Pilger died on Saturday in London. “His journalism and documentaries were celebrated around the world, … Read more

The 32 best documentaries on Netflix

Escapism is bliss, but knowledge is power.  It’s why the humble documentary is more important than ever, unearthing truths, offering different perspectives, and introducing you to stories you might not have come across in your short time on this planet. Netflix’s documentary offerings are strong stuff, with many of the streaming service’s films and series … Read more

Stream documentaries and non-fiction entertainment for just $170 now

Stream entertainment for life for just $170 now.  StackSocial Since we live in a subscription-based world, it might feel next to impossible to simply own a streaming service — as in, pay once to use it for life. That’s what Curiosity Stream brings to the table. It’s like Netflix, but specifically for nonfiction series and documentaries. … Read more

Amazon Let Its Drivers’ Urine Be Sold as an Energy Drink

The drink had all the hallmarks of a beverage sensation. Striking design, bold font, and the punchy name Release. But inside, each bottle was filled with urine allegedly discarded by Amazon delivery drivers and collected from plastic bottles by the side of the road. That didn’t stop Amazon from listing it for sale, though. Release … Read more

Putting a Real Face on Deepfake Porn

For Taylor Klein, it starts with a weird Facebook message from a friend. A Pornhub link. She doesn’t open it. Must be spam, she figures. “I think you’ve been hacked?” she replies. Nope. Her pal insists the link is real. She clicks, and her nightmare begins. Another Body, directed by Sophie Compton and Reuben Hamlyn, … Read more