Socio-Political Documentaries

Archaeologist Neil Oliver presents the real story of Scotland as he exposes many myths and legends in this exciting new documentary series.

Dec 1, 2009 - Carolyn M Cash

National Geographic Channel on cable TV will broadcast a study of Joseph Mengele's possible connection to twin births in Explorer: Nazi Mystery: Twins from Brazil.

Nov 27, 2009 - Christine Nyholm

Discovery Channel investigates Kennedy assassination in Did the Mob Kill JFK? and JFK: The Ruby Connection, two shows premiering back to back on November 22, 2009.

Nov 21, 2009 - Christine Nyholm

National Geographic Channel premieres The Lost JFK Tapes: The Assassination,which uses previously hidden footage of the day President Kennedy was shot and killed.

Nov 19, 2009 - Christine Nyholm

Hunt for the Samurai Subs, on National Geographic Channel, features the discovery of two Japanese submarines from World War II off of the coast of Hawaii.

Nov 18, 2009 - Christine Nyholm

By the People: The Election of Barack Obama is a documentary film that shows the presidential campaign from behind the scenes, by filmmakers Amy Rice and Alicia Sams.

Nov 2, 2009 - Christine Nyholm

If Michael Moore has as fruitful a next decade as his last one, well, we're all in trouble. However, it's odd to see naive softness trump skeptical hope in "Capitalism."

Oct 27, 2009 - Nick Rogers

As the centuries old debate on natural hair versus processed hair continues, a documentary explores the range of opinions surrounding black women and straight hairstyles

Oct 23, 2009 - Roxanne Blanford

While the citizens of Missouri celebrated the 4th of July in 1990, Stacey Lannert killed her own father. But was she a cold-blooded murderer or a victim herself?

Oct 14, 2009 - Malene Jorgensen

Produced by The History Channel, 102 Minutes That Changed America provides a refreshingly honest account of the events of September 11, 2001.

Oct 6, 2009 - Stephen Morgan

Michael Moore's latest and arguably most provocative documentary film taps working class anger to expose corporate greed and offers a simple remedy: Democracy.

Oct 5, 2009 - Raphi Gottesman

Once again, the Academy Award-winning filmmaker exposes greed and corruption among large corporations.

Oct 1, 2009 - Leslie C. Halpern

Michael Moore is known for his daring documentaries that not only attack American politics and laws, but also sole individuals. And Fahrenheit 9/11 is no different.

Sep 27, 2009 - Malene Jorgensen

Michael Moore's ambitious new film skewers corporate greed and its influence on politics, while championing a more democratic, yet vaguely defined, economic system.

Sep 25, 2009 - Erek Barsczewski

While there has been many speculations as to what causes suicide, this documentary believes that one major cause is the lack of a strong bond between parent and child.

Sep 13, 2009 - Malene Jorgensen

An earthquake in China's province of Sichuan not only creates sadness and grief for victims lost, but also a battle against a supposed corrupt government.

Sep 13, 2009 - Malene Jorgensen

A seat-gripping documentary about a team, led by marine activist Ric O'Barry, on a mission to help save our ocean's most intelligent mammal from captivity and slaughter.

Aug 5, 2009 - Denise Castillón

The new project by the Academy Award-winning filmmaker Michael Moore finally gets a name.

Jul 9, 2009 - Leslie C. Halpern

Claiming that Washington D.C. is one huge closet for gay men, Kirby Dick investigates the motives and masks of this rich, powerful and protected elite.

Jun 23, 2009 - Elizabeth Randall

Magnolia Pictures' documentary Food Inc. is an alternately fascinating and terrifying look at the modern food industry. 9/10.

Jun 12, 2009 - Dominic von Riedemann

The new project by the Academy Award-winning filmmaker is set for U.S. release on October 2 of this year, and will explore the global economic meltdown.

May 24, 2009 - Leslie C. Halpern

FOOD INC is an eye-opening documentary that sharply details the indigestible practices of the world's largest food corporations which supply our local grocery stores.

May 15, 2009 - Denise Castillón

From deportation to the American cultural phenomenon of shopping, these documentaries show the struggles and transformations that Latino immigrants face in the US.

May 6, 2009 - Nancy Flores

The NFB's docudrama Paris 1919, based on Margaret MacMillan's book, is a gripping study of six months that changed the world. 8/10.

May 6, 2009 - Dominic von Riedemann

In 1964, 73 people were arrested in segregationist New Orleans for playing out-of-tune guitars and "engaging in conversations that had no logical end or conclusion".

May 2, 2009 - Judy Reagan