Sure. 'Alive' is a remarkable documentary. It's about the survivors of the 1972 Andes flight disaster. Stranded in the harsh Andes mountains, the survivors had to endure extreme cold, lack of food, and many other difficulties. Their story of survival against all odds is both inspiring and heart - wrenching.
'Man on Wire' can be considered in this category. Philippe Petit's high - wire walk between the Twin Towers was an act of defying death. He survived not only the physical challenge of the wire walk but also the legal and logistical challenges before and after. It's a story of a man's passion and his will to create an unforgettable and dangerous moment of survival in a way.
One of the best is 'I Am Not Your Negro'. It's not a traditional survival story in the sense of physical survival but rather a survival of a people's identity and history. It's based on James Baldwin's unfinished manuscript, exploring race in America through his powerful and prescient words.
'Blackfish' is also highly recommended. It focuses on the treatment of orcas in captivity, especially at SeaWorld. It shows how these intelligent and large - scale marine animals are affected by being confined in small tanks and the implications of their training for shows.
'Hoop Dreams' is also worth mentioning. It follows the real - life stories of two African - American high school students who dream of becoming professional basketball players, showing the challenges and hopes they face along the way.
One well - known betrayal documentary based on a true story is 'The Jinx'. It delves into the life of Robert Durst, a man suspected of multiple murders. The documentary reveals how his actions over time seem to be a betrayal of those around him, including his family and friends. It's a gripping exploration of a complex character.
There is also 'Mortified Nation'. It's all about adults sharing their real, and often cringe - worthy, childhood diaries and memories. It's really interesting to see how people's past embarrassments have shaped them. The documentary shows that everyone has those moments they'd rather forget but are also a part of who they are.
There's also 'Cropsey'. It's based on the true story of the legend of Cropsey, a boogeyman - like figure on Staten Island. But as the documentary unfolds, it reveals a more disturbing and real - life story of a mental institution and disappearances in the area.
Another great one is 'The Imposter'. This is a truly disturbing story. A French man impersonates a missing Texas boy. The documentary shows the real - life interviews and the strange events that unfold as the imposter tries to fit into the family, blurring the lines between truth and lies.
One such documentary is 'Cropsey'. It's based on the real - life urban legend of Cropsey on Staten Island. The documentary delves into the mystery and the real - life events that might have inspired the terrifying tales.
Some of the best are 'The Cove'. It reveals the dolphin - hunting industry in Taiji, Japan. The filmmakers had to use undercover techniques to expose this cruel practice. 'Bowling for Columbine' is a thought - provoking documentary about gun violence in America. It looks at the Columbine High School massacre and broader issues related to guns in the US. 'Searching for Sugar Man' is also a great one. It tells the story of a forgotten American musician, Rodriguez, and his unexpected popularity in South Africa.
The documentary 'The Jinx' is also a must - watch. It tells the true story of Robert Durst. The filmmakers uncovered some really shocking evidence during the making of this doc. Durst has a very dark and disturbing past which makes this a truly scary documentary.