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Man on Wire
This film chronicles Philippe Petit's high-wire walk between the World Trade Center towers in 1974, inspiring awe over such a daring artistic endeavor.
Born into Brothels
The children of prostitutes in Calcutta's red light district are given cameras to document their daily lives, leading to attention and aid for such marginalized communities.
Bowling for Columbine
The film explores the causes of the Columbine High School massacre and broader issues regarding gun control in the United States.
Blackfish
The film focuses on the captivity of killer whales and its dangers, leading to changes in the policies of SeaWorld and other similar theme parks.
An Inconvenient Truth
This documentary addresses the issue of climate change and has had a significant impact on raising public awareness about environmental degradation.
Food, Inc.
This exposes how our industrialized food system affects human health, the environment, and workers' rights, leading to a growing interest in organic and locally-sourced food.
13th
The title refers to the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, and the film explores the intersection of race, justice, and mass incarceration in the United States, affecting the conversation on criminal justice reform.
The Act of Killing
The film challenges former Indonesian death squad leaders to reenact their real-life mass killings in various cinematic genres, influencing how history and propaganda are perceived.
Fahrenheit 9/11
The documentary takes a critical look at the presidency of George W. Bush and the war on terror, influencing political discourse in the United States.
Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief
A critical look at the Church of Scientology and its controversial practices, leading to increased scrutiny and discussions about the organization.
Super Size Me
The film follows a 30-day period during which the director eats only McDonald's food, highlighting the obesity epidemic and the role of the fast food industry.
The Cove
The documentary investigates the practice of dolphin hunting in Taiji, Japan, leading to international criticism and calls for the end of the hunt.
March of the Penguins
The film documents the yearly journey of emperor penguins in Antarctica, increasing public interest in wildlife conservation and climate change's impact on species.
Gasland
The documentary investigates the impact of natural gas drilling, or fracking, on the environment and communities, sparking debate and policy changes regarding energy practices.
Inside Job
The film examines the systemic corruption of the United States by the financial services industry and the consequences of the global financial crisis of 2008.
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