2021: Documentaries (movies + TV/streaming)
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- DirectorMichael MazzolaStarsLinda A'RorahaWendy BoastJustice CampbellDr. Steven Greer examines details surrounding his alien-visitation "disclosure" movement.
- StarsCarla CampbellSteven WilliamsJason HerrellThis four-part docu-series follows the search of Richard Scott Smith, who used the internet and his dubious charms to prey upon women looking for love. The story unravels in real time as Smith's victims band together to seek sweet revenge.
- StarsW. Kamau BellCristela AlonzoRachelle FedericoThis documentary series of personal and cinematic stories that provide an inside look into the people, artistry, and culture of Pixar Animation Studios.
- StarsPaul SkolnickGil CarrilloFrank SalernoThis limited docu-series tells the true story of how one of the most notorious serial killers in American history was hunted down and brought to justice.
- DirectorDon ArgottSheena M. JoyceStarsJohn DeLoreanAlec BaldwinJosh CharlesWho was the real John DeLorean? To some, he was a renegade visionary who revolutionized the automobile industry. To others, he was the ultimate con man.
- DirectorAlex SimmonsStarsMariana van ZellerAnthony HughesMariana attempts to understand the vanity, insecurity and greed that drives steroid use.
- StarsGreg KadingJosh DeanCollege student and tourist Elisa Lam vanishes, leaving behind all of her possessions in her hotel room. The Cecil Hotel grows in infamy.
- 2020– 1h 14mTV-MA6.8 (7K)TV EpisodeDirectorSamantha StarkStarsBritney SpearsLiz DayFelicia CulottaHer rise was a global phenomenon. Her downfall was a cruel national sport. People close to Britney Spears and lawyers tied to her conservatorship now reassess her career as she battles her father in court over who should control her life.
- DirectorJudd ApatowStarsGarry ShandlingJudd ApatowKevin NealonJudd Apatow presents an emotional two-part in-depth look at the life, career and complex internal struggles of his loving mentor, the influential stand-up comedian and actor Garry Shandling, based on Shandling's personal diaries.
- DirectorR.J. CutlerStarsBillie EilishFinneas O'ConnellMaggie BairdAn intimate look at the singer-songwriter's journey, navigating life on the road, on stage, in the streets and at home, while creating her debut album.
- DirectorBrett HarveyStarsCheech MarinCraig BalkamDanielle TrejoHaving spent much of his early life in prison, actor Danny Trejo discusses his career and how he has overcome a life of crime and addiction.
- DirectorAxel DanielsonMaximilien Van AertryckStarsLinnea SmalströmAngela WangMarie ByzströmOn a 10-meter high diving tower, fear of taking the jump is pitted against the personal loss that would arise if you didn't dare. What do we look like when we hesitate and when we make a decision? What does it look like when we overcome our fear?
- DirectorJesse James MillerStarsSandra BernhardTodd BoydRon De BlasioI Am Richard Pryor tells the story of the legendary performer and iconic social satirist, who transcended race and social barriers by delivering his honest irreverent and biting humor to America's stages and living rooms until his death at 65. Featuring an iconic comedic cast, historians, activists and artists who provide a unique brushstroke into the complex world of Pryor. The film dives deeply into the psyche of a comedic genius whose mother was a prostitute, father a pimp, and grandmother a madam. Pryor dispensed a penetrating comedic view of African American life - essentially comedy without jokes - that struck a chord with audiences of every ethnic, social and economic disposition.
- DirectorFredrick MunkStarsBelinda LaneJustin TheobaldJaimieThe line between justice and revenge blurs when a devastated family uses social media to track down the people who killed 24-year-old Crystal Theobald.
- DirectorDavid A. WeinerStarsTom AtkinsDoug BradleyJohn BloomAn exploration of '80s horror movies through the perspective of the actors, directors, producers and SFX craftspeople who made them, and their impact on contemporary cinema.
- DirectorJeffrey McHaleStarsToon AgterbergNancy AllenKevin BaconPaul Verhoeven's Showgirls (1995) was met by critics and audiences with near-universal derision. "You Don't Nomi" traces the film's redemptive journey from notorious flop to cult classic, and maybe even masterpiece.
- StarsPaul GiamattiCharlie OttPhil AmiconeThe Son of Sam case grew into a lifelong obsession for journalist Maury Terry, who became convinced that the murders were linked to a satanic cult.
- DirectorSeth PorgesChris Charles Scott IIIStarsJohn HodgmanFaith AndersonAlison BeckerA documentary that focuses on a dangerously legendary water park and its slew of injuries and crimes along with child safety concerns.
- StarsJanja LalichBenjamin ZellerRobert BalchA comprehensive analysis of the UFO cult. The disappearance of 20 people, and the largest suicide on U.S. soil. Forever changing the face of modern era religion.
- This series showcases individual characters from the MCU, whom viewers have come to know and love over the years and revisit some of their most iconic moments.
- StarsJennifer LawrenceAmy SchumerJanelle JamesBehind-the-scenes as Schumer goes through an extraordinarily difficult pregnancy while touring to prepare for a stand-up special.
- CreatorPetr VachlerJan StehlikStarsRichard DolanStephen BassettMichael SallaThough claims of extraterrestrial encounters have long been dismissed, many believe the existence of UFOs is not just likely, but a certainty.
- DirectorHeather RossStarsAndrew AlexanderIke BarinholtzBernadette BirkettDocumentary film about the legendary improv guru, Del Close.
- DirectorNicolaas VeulStarsNicolaas VeulDocumentarian Nicolaas Veul explores the use and impact of homophobic language in his native Netherlands.
- DirectorJoshua RoféStarsBob RossSteve RossVicky RossBob Ross brought joy to millions as the world's most famous art instructor. But a battle for his business empire cast a shadow over his happy trees.
- 2020– 42mTV-148.8 (248)TV EpisodeDirectorBrad BaruhStarsJon FavreauPeyton ReedRichard BluffSee how the talent behind The Mandalorian delivered an exciting end to the second season.
- DirectorAdam WishartStarsRichard KeilGeorge W. BushAndrew Card9/11 from the President's perspective, with exclusive access to information from the one's that had to take decisions during the World Trade Center's attack.
- DirectorJeffrey De VoreStarsBarry AtsmaPierre BokmaStefan de WalleDick Maas is one of the Netherlands' most successful directors. Who is the man behind Flodder, Amsterdamned, Prooi and De Lift really?
- DirectorJohan Van SchaerenBased on interviews with philosophers, sociologists and psychologists, and illustrated with archive footage, the film explains how social change works, why our moral landscape today changes so fast and how we can avoid polarization.
- DirectorAndrea Blaugrund NevinsStarsNikki GlaserAmy SchumerAli WongHysterical is an honest and hilarious backstage pass into the lives of some of stand-up comedy's most boundary-breaking women, exploring the hard-fought journey to become the voices of their generation and their gender.
- DirectorBrad BaruhBrian KwanStarsReba BuhrBen BurttJoe JohnstonA special celebrating the origins and legacy of Star Wars' legendary bounty hunter, Boba Fett.
- DirectorBecky ReadStarsJeremy MorrisA Christmas-loving lawyer's obsession with bringing Christmas cheer to all sparks a conflict with the local Homeowners' Association who believe his planned holiday extravaganza violates their neighborhood rules.
- DirectorTing PooLeo ScottStarsVal KilmerJack KilmerMercedes KilmerA documentary centering on the daily life of actor Val Kilmer, featuring never-before-seen footage spanning 40 years.
- DirectorJames BlandStarsWade Allain-MarcusAmy AniobiAva BerkofskyA documentary which follows the cast and crew of HBO's Insecure throughout the filming of the final season, tracing the show's cultural impact.