Documentaries
Documentary Films, strictly speaking, are non-fictional, "slice of life" factual works of art, sometimes known as cinema verite. As films became more narrative-based, documentaries branched out and took many forms, some of which have been termed propagandistic or non-objective.
One of Alice's favourite sections, and due to the sheer size of this collection, we have split ioto a number of sub-sections. See side bars on left for more options. By scrolling below are you will be exposed to whole darn caboodle - all of Alice's documentaries.
Right: Werner Herzog directs "Burden of Dreams"
London The Modern Babylon (2012)
7.3/10
Director: Julien Temple
"London: The Modern Babylon" is director Julien Temple's epic time-travelling voyage to the heart of his hometown. From musicians, writers and artists... Read more
Lonely Planet Natural Born Traveller: The Great Divide (2008)
Starring: Steve Crombie
Steve Crombie is a 29 year old Australian thrill-seeker who's travelled half way round the world in search of adventure, but has never looked in his o... Read more
Long Tan: The True Story (2006)
8.6/10
In the gathering dusk of 18 August 1966, 108 young, inexperienced Australian and NZ soldiers are separated and surrounded, fighting for their lives, h... Read more
Long Way Down (2007)
8.3/10
Director: David Alexanian, Russ Malkin
Starring: Ewan McGregor, Charley Boorman
Following the success of 'Long Way Round', travelling companions and long time friends Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman set off an all new extraordin... Read more
Long Way Round (2004)
8.7/10
Starring: Ewan McGregor, Charley Boorman
2 men, 4 wheels and 20,000 miles. Bonded by a unique friendship and love of motorbikes, two longtime pals, Ewan McGregor ('Trainspotting') and Charley... Read more
Look, Up in the Sky! The Amazing Story of Superman (2006)
8/10
Director: Kevin Burns
It's a bird. It's a plane. It's a high-flying documentary tribute to the Man of Steel. Follow Superman's rich history and evolution, starting with his... Read more
Looking for Fidel (2004)
6.7/10
Director: Oliver Stone
Oliver Stone returns to Cuba, following up his previous 'Comandante', where he again interviews the long-time Cuban leader. However, this time he als... Read more
Looking for Sophia (2004)
6.5/10
Director: Roberto Olla
Starring: Sophia Loren
Born in war-torn Rome into a life of poverty Sophia Scicolone was to become one of the silver screen's greatest icons. Using archival footage and int... Read more
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Loose Change: Second Edition (2006)
7.2/10
Director: Dylan Avery
A compelling investigation into the theory that the September 11 attacks on the World Trade Centre were orchestrated by elements within the US adminis... Read more
Lords of the Mafia: Chinese Triads (2000)
8/10
With a heritage that reaches back centuries and an iron grip over their members, the mysterious Triads are involved in everything from human smuggling... Read more