Biography
This documentary sub-heading is one of the most popular forms of non-fiction film. The biography details the lives - usually the achievements and faults of - noted or notorious public figures. Also included, alongside other movie types, are profiles of everyday people and their human interest stories.
William Kunstler: Disturbing the Universe (2009)
7.7/10
Director: Emily Kunstler, Sarah Kunstler
Starring: William Kunstler
Filmmakers Sarah and Emily Kunstler delve into the life of their father, William Kunstler, whose controversial career and high-profile clients solidif... Read more
William S Burroughs: A Man Within (2010)
7.1/10
Director: Yony Leyser
Starring: David Cronenberg, Laurie Anderson, William Burroughs, John Waters, Patti Smith
His groundbreaking writings have influenced beatniks, punk rockers, and other disaffected folk for decades. Follow the tempestuous personal life of au... Read more
Women He's Undressed (2015)
7/10
Director: Gillian Armstrong
Women He's Undressed is a cinema length documentary that explores the life of Australia's most prolific costume designer. Until now Orry-Kelly has bee... Read more
Woody Allen: A Documentary (2011)
7.7/10
Director: Robert B Weide
Starring: Woody Allen
Iconic writer, director, actor, comedian, and musician Woody Allen allows his life and creative process to be documented on-camera for the first time.... Read more
Woody Allen: A Documentary (Blu-ray) (2011)
7.7/10
Director: Robert B Weide
Starring: Woody Allen
Iconic writer, director, actor, comedian, and musician Woody Allen allows his life and creative process to be documented on-camera for the first time.... Read more
Yellow is Forbidden (2018)
Director: Pietra Brettkelly
Starring: Guo Pei
Chinese dressmaker Guo Pei dreams of her work being recognized as haute couture. Read more
Yes Madam, Sir (2008)
8.6/10
Director: Megan Doneman
Filmed in India over six years and narrated by Academy Award winning actor, Helen Mirren, "Yes Madam, Sir" is an epic story profiling Asia Nobel Prize... Read more
Youssou N'Dour: I Bring What I Love (2009)
6.7/10
Director: Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi
Starring: Youssou N'Dour
Senegalese pop sensation Youssou N'dour has spent the last 20 years in the spotlight as a world- renowned musician. At the height of his career, he be... Read more
Youssou N'Dour: Return to Goree (2010)
6.7/10
Director: Pierre-Yves Borgeaud
Starring: Youssou N'Dour
Reversing the trajectory of the slave trade, African superstar Youssou N'Dour brings jazz back to Africa in this documentary. Along with his pianist M... Read more
Yves Saint Laurent: His Life and Times (2003)
6.6/10
Director: David Teboul
Starring: Yves Saint Laurent
One of the 20th century's most influential figures in the world of fashion is the focus of this documentary double feature from filmmaker David Teboul... Read more