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What Documentary Movies to watch on Pluto

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The Count of Monte Cristo

1 hr 53 mins

Edmond Dantes is imprisoned in the Chateau d'If without trial, for carrying a message from Napoleon in exile on Elba. After being told that he died in prison, his fiancé Mercedes is forced to marry his rival Count Mondego. Twenty years later, Dantes escapes with the help of the Abbe Faria, who leaves him the treasure of Monte Cristo. Dantes, now called the Count of Monte Cristo, plans his revenge on the three who framed him.

The Count of Monte Cristo
  • 1934

Died Young, Stayed Pretty

1 hr 35 mins

Died Young, Stayed Pretty is a candid look at the underground poster culture in North America. This unique documentary examines the creative spirit that drives these indie graphic artists.

Died Young, Stayed Pretty
  • 2008

Dancing Across Borders

1 hr 28 mins

On a trip to Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, Cambodia in January 2000, filmmaker Anne Bass came across a 16 year old boy who moved her immensely with his amazing and seemingly natural charms and grace as a dancer. Having been a longtime devotee to the world of dance herself back in the United States, Anne felt compelled to give this young boy the opportunity to leave his home and follow a dream that she felt he hadn't even yet seen for himself. From the serene countryside of Southeast Asia to the halls of the New York's School of American Ballet to the stage of the Pacific Northwest Ballet in Seattle, DANCING ACROSS BORDERS peeks behind the scenes into the world of dance and chronicles the intimate and triumphant story of a boy who was discovered, and who only much later discovered all that he had in himself.

Dancing Across Borders

Noma: My Perfect Storm

1 hr 40 mins

'Noma My Perfect Storm' is a feature-length documentary film about the renowned chef René Redzepi set against the backdrop of his Copenhagen-based restaurant, NOMA, voted the Best Restaurant In The World 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2014. The story is not simply about a chef at the stove, but the balanced story of a man, who came from a disparate and humble background and against all odds, rose to the height of the gastronomic world and became a God of Food and one of the most influential people on the planet. It's a story about what it takes to be the best restaurant in the world, the sacrifices that are made and the pragmatic choices that are taken to maintain its success. It is a story of human relationships in which joy and sorrow blend to give birth to complex and vibrant meals.

Noma: My Perfect Storm

BoardHeads

1 hr 25 mins

'BoardHeads' is an action sports documentary with a ton of heart. Boardriding dramatically changes lives, empowers minds, builds healthy bodies and frees the spirit. Street kids feel empowered as their boards take them to new places. Paralyzed riders and amputees inspire others to get out and live. Communities grow stronger through activism. A Cuban who liberated himself from communism on his board, autistic kids and ex-gang members see hope where there once was darkness. Whether you realize it or not...there's a growing tribe of BoardHeads making our world a cooler place!

BoardHeads
  • 2010

GasHole

1 hr 41 mins

"GasHole" is a new documentary film about the history of Oil prices and the future of alternative fuels. The film takes a wide, yet detailed examination of our dependence on foreign supplies of Oil. What are the causes that led from America turning from a leading exporter of oil to the world's largest importer? What are the economic and sociological forces that have contributed to that change and impede its solution? The film examines many different potential solutions to our oil dependence. Starting with claims of buried technology that dramatically improves gas mileage, to navigating bureaucratic governmental roadblocks, to evaluating different alternative fuels that are technologically available now, to questioning the American Consumer's reluctance to embrace alternatives. If you buy gasoline, you should see this movie!

GasHole
  • 2010

Outrage

1 hr 30 mins

An indictment of closeted politicians who lobby for anti-gay legislation in the U.S.

Outrage

Joe Strummer: The Future Is Unwritten

2 hrs 4 mins

Joe Strummer: The Future Is Unwritten paints an uncommonly colorful picture of the onetime leader of The Clash. Director Julien Temple reveals Strummer as more than a punk legend, but a stunning cultural communicator whose influence knew no bounds.

Joe Strummer: The Future Is Unwritten

Jimmy Carter Man from Plains

2 hrs 5 mins

Late in 2006, President Jimmy Carter tours the U.S. promoting his provocative "Palestine: Peace Not Apartheid." Demme's camera follows Carter from city to city, home to Plains (population 635), visiting a Habitat for Humanity site in New Orleans, and talking on radio and TV with Teri Gross, Charlie Rose, Diane Rehm, Jay Leno, Larry King, Wolf Blitzer, Tavis Smiley, and Al Jazeera and Israeli pundits, discussing Palestine's plight and the policies of Israel. Critics speak as well. Between events, Carter talks about Camp David, recent travels, being married, speaking Spanish, and wisdom he learned from Rachel Clark, his nanny. A montage of speeches, awards, and travels ends the film.

Jimmy Carter Man from Plains

Eleven Minutes

1 hr 43 mins

It's been two long years since the sharp-witted Jay McCarroll was dubbed "the next great American designer" on season one of reality TV's Project Runway, and he's anxious to finally show his first line of clothing. The feature documentary, "Eleven Minutes," chronicles his year-long journey preparing his first independent runway show for New York's Fashion Week in Bryant Park and the subsequent selling of his line to stores. The result is an in-depth, painfully raw and humorous exploration of the creative process and the constant conflict of balancing commerce with art, fame with talent, and reality-TV with actual reality.

Eleven Minutes

Fahrenhype 9/11

1 hr 20 mins

America is asking if Fahrenheit 9/11 is a healthy dose of dissent, or shameful cowardice. If Moore really believes what he says, or if it's all about the money. Fahrenhype 9/11 plunges a big needle deep into Moore's methods and answers these questions, drawing both blood and bile. See how America has been lied to about the cause of 9/11. Lied to about the truth of Islamic fascism. Lied to about how best to make America safe.

Fahrenhype 9/11
  • 2004

It Aint Pretty

1 hr 14 mins

A documentary about the challenges and triumphs of female big wave surfers fighting sexism in the water, in competition, in the media and in the surf industry with the support of a closely-knit community of like-minded women. Probing, incendiary and thought-provoking, this film takes you inside a growing movement of women that are shattering the shallow and sexualized images of female surfers in the media. Featuring interviews with top female athletes and awe-inspiring big wave surf footage filmed in the icy waters of Ocean Beach, San Francisco and Mavericks - one of the biggest waves on the planet - this film is meant to empower a new generation of girls to live their dreams and overcome the challenges they face along the way.

It Aint Pretty
  • 2016

Alien Crash Retrievals

1 hr 10 mins

Learn the shocking truth about Extraterrestrial beings on Planet Earth. World governments and military factions are not only aware of the Alien presence; they may be in communication with alien races via an exchange program to transfer technology in exchange for allowing the abduction of innocent citizens for unknown purposes. Learn how the reverse engineering of alien technology led to the development of accelerated particle beam devices, fiber optics, lasers, integrated circuit chips and much more. Learn how the "Star Wars" program was meant to achieve the destructive capacity of electronic guidance systems in incoming enemy warheads, as well as the disablement of enemy spacecraft, including those of extraterrestrial origin. In the words of a military insider, "They don't want you to know that we are property, property of something much bigger and much more powerful than all the military power combined." "Riveting eyewitness and insider testimony." - The UFO Vault. "Irrefutable proof that we are NOT alone, quite the contrary." - Dr. John Jay Harper, author of Tranceformers, Shamans of the 21st Century. "Everything we've been told about Alien visitations is a lie." - Sean Morton, UFO Chronicles.

  • 2015

Chopper

1 hr 34 mins

Chopper tells the intense story of Mark "Chopper" Read, a legendary criminal who wrote his autobiography while serving a murder sentence in prison. His book, From the Inside, upon which the film is based, was a best-seller.

Chopper

A Scandal in Paris

1 hr 40 mins

In 1805, twenty-nine-year-old Eugene-François Vidocq (George SANDERS) is serving time in jail after a life of petty crimes and romantic conquests. After Vidocq and his cellmate, Emile Vernet (Akim TAMIROFF), escape from jail, they take refuge with Emile's family in Paris. Later, posing as soldiers in Napoleon's army, the men leave for Marseilles. There, in a waterfront café, Vidocq meets singer Loretta (Carole LANDIS), but their romance ends when Vidocq steals a jeweled garter from her. A short time later, Loretta marries Chief of Police Richet (Gene LOCKHART), the man who gave her the garter. In a cemetery on the road back to Paris, Vidocq and Emile rescue a pet monkey belonging to the Marquise de Pierremont (Alma KRUGER). After catching a glimpse of the marquise's jewels, Vidocq wrangles an invitation to her castle. The marquise's son Houdon (Alan NAPIER), the Minister of Police, has two daughters -- beautiful Therese (Signe HASSO), who becomes infatuated with Vidocq, and precocious Mimi (Jo Ann MARLOWE). Learning from Houdon that Richet is on the trail of the "Casanova" bandit, Vidocq decides to steal the jewels immediately and hide them on the castle grounds. When Richet fails to capture the thief, Houdon fires him. Vidocq then pretends to discover the hidden jewels and is appointed to Richet's vacated position. Vidocq reveals to Emile his plans to use his new position to rob the Bank of Paris and, in preparation for the robbery, hires Emile's relatives as bank guards. One day, as he leaves the bank, Vidocq encounters Loretta, who recognizes him and pressures him into meeting her that night at a modiste's shop. Worried that Loretta will expose him, Vidocq orders Emile to carry out the robbery that night. Later that day, at the marquise's request, Therese and Mimi, accompanied by Emile and Vidocq, deposit her jewels in the bank. When they are alone, Therese tells Vidocq of her love for him and also reveals her knowledge that he stole her mother's jewels. She then begs him to remain in his job as an honest policeman. Because he returns Therese's love, Vidocq agrees to her request. After he tells Emile's family that he will not participate in the robbery, Vidocq leaves for his meeting with Loretta, followed by an enraged Emile. When Vidocq arrives at the modiste's, he discovers that Loretta has been killed by her jealous husband, who then committed suicide. Emile tries to kill Vidocq but is himself killed in the ensuing struggle. Vidocq confesses his crimes, and is pardoned when he agrees to make reparations. His name cleared, Vidocq marries Therese and begins a new life on the side of the law.

A Scandal in Paris
  • 1946

A Song for You: The Austin City Limits Story

1 hr 37 mins

From Willie Nelson to Wilco, Ray Charles to Radiohead, A SONG FOR YOU: THE AUSTIN CITY LIMITS STORY offers the ultimate backstage pass to 40 years of incredible live music - see how long-time producers and loyal fans have made ACL the longest running music show in television history.

A Song for You: The Austin City Limits Story
  • 2016

They Call Me Sirr

1 hr 37 mins

Sirr Parker, raised in tough South Central Los Angeles, was abandoned by his junkie mother and raised by his grandmother until Coach Griffin takes him under his wing at Locke High School.

They Call Me Sirr
  • 2001

Fursonas

1 hr 21 mins

Of modern fandoms around, few are newer and least understood in mainstream Western culture than furry fandom: the fandom of anthropomorphic fantasy characters aka funny animals. This film interviews various devotees to this interest, such as their personal lives and their personal opinions on their hobby, whether it be simply an appreciation of the artistic products or wearing elaborate furry costumes complete with alternate personas. Furthermore, the internal conflict of the fandom is explored between those who struggle to maintain a carefully positive public image of the community for outsiders and those esoteric souls who insist on enjoying their hobby their way, not matter how extreme. Against the looming fear of the mainstream media determined to exploit the most sensational examples they can find, this conflict is bound to make the fur fly.

Fursonas
  • 2016

Duran Duran: Unstaged

2 hrs 1 min

Sponsored by American Express, YouTube, and VEVO, Unstaged is a concert film series featuring various artists. Shot on 23 March 2011 at the Mayan Theater in Los Angeles, California, Duran Duran Unstaged was a one-night-only event featuring the unique collaboration between the enigmatic American director, David Lynch, and the iconic 1980s pop-rock group, Duran Duran. Using quintessential David Lynch iconography, Duran Duran Unstaged began with Return To Now, an instrumental introduction to the prolific band's 2010 album, All You Need Is Now. Indeed, this unexpected marriage of David Lynch's Inland Empire (2006) aesthetic and Duran Duran's unforgettable music is a real treat for the fans of the band and the director alike.

Duran Duran: Unstaged
  • 2011

The Man in the Iron Mask

1 hr 53 mins

D'Artagnan and the musketeers are the only ones who know of the existence of a twin brother, and Fouquet uses his influence to keep everyone silenced. The main story was changed by portraying Louis XIV as selfish, cruel, and incompetent, and Philippe the kind-hearted brother who is raised by D'Artagnan and the musketeers and does not even know that he has an identical twin. When the truth is discovered, Louis XIV has Philippe imprisoned with the iron mask placed on him, hoping that Philippe's beard will grow inside the mask and eventually strangle him.

The Man in the Iron Mask
  • 1939

Along Recovery

1 hr 34 mins

Army veteran Justin Springer served two tours in Iraq where he witnessed dozens of Soldiers in his unit suffer from the signature wound of the war-traumatic brain injury (TBI.) The result of exposure to the blasts of roadside bombs, TBI can plague Soldiers with a combination of severe headaches, chronic pain, impaired memory and concentration, and behavioral distress. Concerned about the state of military medical care following controversy at the Army's Walter Reed hospital, Justin embarked upon a journey to discover a Soldier's perspective on an injury estimated to affect 1 in 4 returning veterans. Filmed over the course of two years, Along Recovery is a compelling documentary focused on four Soldiers who were evacuated from combat for treatment at the Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas. With unprecedented access inside the Army's flagship hospital, Along Recovery depicts the struggles and successes of each Soldier as he battles an invisible injury which doctors do not fully understand.

Along Recovery
  • 2012

East Jerusalem/West Jerusalem

1 hr 20 mins

David Broza, the Israeli singer-songwriter, sets out to realize his dream of cooperation and dialog between Israelis and Palestinians through music. During 8 days and nights of joint creation in an East Jerusalem studio a hopeful message of equality and unity arises.

East Jerusalem/West Jerusalem
  • 2014

Beyond the Surface

0 hrs 46 mins

Set against the rich hues of India, Beyond The Surface follows Ishita Malaviya, India’s first female surfer, and fellow wave riders Crystal Thornburg-Homcy, Liz Clark, Lauren Hill, Emi Koch, and Kate Baldwin.

Beyond the Surface
  • 2014

Unlikely Heroes

2 hrs 0 mins

For most, the idea of Jewish resistance or defiance during the Holocaust is limited to the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising and a few isolated acts throughout WWII. "Unlikely Heroes", narrated by Sir Ben Kingsley, highlights 7 previously unknown stories of extraordinary men and women who exemplified the highest levels of courage and human dignity during the most desperate days of the Holocaust.

Unlikely Heroes
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