Documentary

“The Quest for Tannu Tuva” follows Richard Feynman and Ralph Layton’s 10-year obsession with the remote region of Tuva in Russia. Despite many setbacks, including rejection letters from Moscow, they … Read more

This is probably the most comprehensive of the Richard Feynman documentaries. I rank it #3 on my list of The 10 Best Richard Feynman Documentaries. I give a big joyful … Read more

“The Pleasure of Finding Things Out” is a 50-minute interview of Richard Feynman (from the 1981 BBC Horizon TV series). I rank it #2 on my list of The 10 … Read more

This documentary is like the Amy Winehouse doc “Amy” meets “A Beautiful Mind”. Let’s get this out of the way: Robin Williams was a freaking alien. Not the Mork & … Read more

In the unforgiving mountains of Tennessee, a hundred athletes compete in the Mid-State Mile, a race like no other. No finish line. No trophy. No prize money. The winner is … Read more

I think this is a solid documentary on Martin Guitar including a tour of their factory. I wrote a full review of the documentary below. Or, you can just jump … Read more

“Pure Imagination” is about the making of the film, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. It’s a crisp 30 minutes and interviews every key cast member and the director, producers … Read more

I believe this is the best documentary on Taylor Swift. I’m not a “Swiftie”. But I watched this and now think she’s a genius. Swift, joined by her musical BFFs … Read more

“Jesus Camp” is a holy roller coaster that’ll leave your soul dizzy and your brain doing theological backflips. It’s currently the 7th best documentary in my list of “Best Religious … Read more

Welles Crowther trades his shot at Wall Street glory for a chance to save lives when it matters the most. He’s like the “Sully” of 9/11. And he’s armed with … Read more