Netflix There are a lot of answers when it comes to our procrastination habits, but is there any other way? No possibility. If your Jubilee Bank holiday schedule is in need of some R&R thrown into the mix (along with the mandatory wrenching and afternoon tea), consider your ‘must see’ list – although some of the recommendations are a bit intimidating.
From the weird to the wonderful and everything in between, the documentary industry and documentary repositories have exploded in recent years, with research from Parrot analysis True Crime Disclosure is not only the biggest documentary branch, but is growing faster than nearly any other group between January 2018 and March 2021. Are you interested? Let us showcase 10 of the most frank *extravagant* documentaries available on Netflix that are sure to make your brain notice their tiniest details on a weekly basis. Spoiler: most should not watch before bed…
Our Father
Netflix’s Latest Unsettling Documentary Our Father has been trending all over the Internet since its release in May of this year, and viewers are still reeling from the certainly-too-hard-to-true story. The 90-minute episode follows the case of a former fertility doctor, Donald Cline, who for years repeatedly swapped donor sperm with his own to impregnate women in secret. , resulting in the birth of dozens of children. The documentary follows Jacoba Ballard, revealed to be one of Cline’s children, and the disturbing truth is revealed after she completes a simple DNA test to learn about her father’s lineage. me. Suspicions arose after Jacoba’s test revealed she had seven relatives in the vicinity of Indiana, immediately sounding the alarm and exposing Cline’s fraudulent behavior, which has yet to be done. elucidated to this day.
Eye-opening and chilling, the terrifying truth about Dr. Cline’s negligence is one that will keep your attention even if it finds it difficult to keep track.
Don’t F**k with Cats: Hunting an Internet Killer
Two weeks after launch, Don’t F*ck with Cats became one of Netflix’s 5 most watched documentaries of 2019 and over 3 years the story is still as shocking as it was when it first aired. This three-part docuseries follows an amateur online investigation, which began after a series of videos emerged online of an anonymous individual abusing and killing cats, which eventually led to more serious crimes. and more shocking is revealed. From the pattern of sockets in the video background, to the images of gas stations posted in online statuses later, amateur Facebook detectives specializing in the search for the mysterious killer don’t stop at revealing the identities of individuals. The man behind the horrifying videos.
No spoilers here, but the story gets wilder the more you watch it and remains one of the most unbelievable true crime stories on Netflix.
Tinder Swindler
Ever had a bad day? That time is about 1,000,000 and you may have just arrived at Simon Leviev. Another gem from 2022, the two-hour documentary tells the story of Shimon Hayut – the real name of ‘Mr Leviev’ – who poses as a wealthy diamond magnate who specializes in jet-engineering , allegedly used the Tinder dating app to finance his lavish life by deceiving women across Europe. Hayut will match women on the app, take them on a first date full of impressions and fascination, charm, ingenuity and planning to build a relationship that seems like a destination relationship real and loving, all while flying around the world to secretly date and scam other unsuspecting women looking for love.
The documentary chronicled the journeys of multiple victims who lost millions of dollars in total after Leviev pretended to be the target of ‘his enemies’, telling his partners he was being bullied. Harmful and needed money to escape – unbelievable, but it worked. The documentary reached 45.8 million hours watched globally between January 31 and February 6 of this year and broke into the top 10 on Netflix in 92 countries.
Fyre: The best party ever
If Kendall Jenner, Bella Hadid, and Hailey Bieber tell you something worth your time, we most likely believe it. Unfortunately, in the case of Fyre Festival, the flurry of celebrity endorsements wasn’t enough to save what has become what could be the biggest flop of all time. Sorry.
With luxury accommodation promised, “the best in food, art, music and adventure” in the Bahamas, musical guests included Tyga, Desiigner, Blink-182, Major Lazer, Revealed for a To name a few, the festival’s reality is an unfinished venue with no food or water, no stage, and certainly no music. Blame? Think of the severe lack of planning, the utter understatement of hosting a posh event on a remote island, and the CEO turned swindler, Billy McFarland, and boom, you have the perfect recipe. Perfect for disaster.
The partial documentary earned nominations for Outstanding Documentary or Special Non-Fiction and Best Director for a Documentary/Non-Fiction Program, among other awards, and combines the following awards: festival brochures, footage from guests and behind-the-scenes footage of the ‘planning’ process that ultimately caused the event to disband. The shocking yet mesmerizing look at how events go from bad to worse, and worse yet again, feels somewhat like an IRL dramatic thriller. Edema.
Be a murderer
Exonerated after serving nearly two decades in prison for a crime he didn’t commit, Be a murderer follows Steven Avery – a Manitowoc County resident – who, upon his release from prison, finds himself behind bars in disbelief. again, this time accused of the murder of 25-year-old photographer Teresa Halbach, who disappeared after she photographed a vehicle at Avery’s salvage yard. The series also explores the connecting story of Brendan Dassey – Avery’s grandson – who is also accused as an accessory in the murder.
Columbia graduate students Laura Ricciardi and Moira Demos read about Avery’s case and decided to make his story a documentary, after it was turned down by PBS and HBO was eventually picked up by Netflix. The 10-part series released in 2015 was filmed over the course of 10 years and was then followed by a second season in 2018 that explored the aftermath of the trials and convictions.
The show gained so much attention on social media that a petition was created asking the White House to pardon Avery and garnered more than 500,000 signatures. The White House statement noted “The President cannot pardon an offense committed by the state.” For the true crime buffs out there, a total of 20 episodes is not to be missed!
Kidnapped in Plain Sight
Look up the dictionary definition of ‘wild AF’ and you might find Kidnapped in Plain Sight. Possibly the most unbelievable story of all, the documentary follows the kidnapping of Jan Broberg Felt, an Idaho teenager who was abducted in the 1970s by his neighbor Robert Berchtold. two occasion. Told you it was unbelievable.
Over the years, Robert Berchtold – whom the Broberg family considers a trusted neighbor and close friend – has devoted his time to forging a bond with the family so strong that it has allowed him to We spend time with Jan in plain sight, eventually abducting her to Mexico before that. married her, at the age of 12.
Given the much worse details of this twisted story (we haven’t even covered the aliens part), it might not be one to watch before bed, but it’s definitely something you’ll talk about. it to anyone who will listen for weeks to come…
Unsolved mysteries
First aired in 1987 and with the series rebooted later on Netflix in 2020. Unsolved mysteries uses re-enactments, interviews, and the scant evidence available to authorities to recount the circumstances of hitherto unsolved murders, disappearances and paranormal activity. The 12-part reboot released in 2020 has been “refreshed” by Strange things executive producer Shawn Levy and his company 21 Laps Entertainment, it’s just another reason to click play when finished watching Season 4 of ST!
From a mother who goes missing from a hair salon within 13 minutes to a former White House aide found dead in a dumpster with no apparent motive for the killer, the series will essentially make You ask countless questions and tirelessly hope to close the door for the victims of each case.
House of Secrets: The Burari Deaths
Suicide, murder… or something else? This 2021 documentary examines the macabre facts and theories surrounding the deaths of 11 members of a Delhi family on June 30, 2018. The three-part series is said to be “a nasty watch. ” with “wonderful storytelling” and discover what led to 11 family members being found dead in their home, blindfolded, gagged and with their hands tied behind their backs. The production process included a total of 400 hours of interviews, and the “emotionally draining” research is said to have taken a toll on the crew, as the truth behind this sad and disturbing case brought to light.
Great attack
Wrong Data, This 2019 documentary follows the Facebook data scandal – Cambridge Analytica and the way in which the personal data of millions of Facebook users was collected without their consent. Mainly used for political advertising. Great benefit.
The documentary explores how data from 87 million Facebook profiles was accessed and how Cambridge Analytica used this information to provide analytical support for the 2016 presidential campaigns of Ted Cruz and Donald Trump. . Offering an alarming glimpse into how social media shapes every part of our lives, Great attack is an amazing insight into how insightful online surveillance is. The documentary has been nominated for the Emmy Awards for Outstanding Documentary or Non-Fiction Special and Best Documentary by the British Academy of Arts and Film and Television.
Worst roommate ever
Your home should be your safe space, but unfortunately for some, that couldn’t be further from the truth. This five-part documentary series covers four cases, and from murder to burglary, squatting to unrequited love turning violent, it’s a terrifying look at how innocent tenants and no doubt can get caught up in situations that end in the worst possible outcome. From a prominent member of the Sacramento community in the ’80s, a shelter for housing seekers more reminiscent of a slaughterhouse, to a serial killer who used a false identity to turn his head around. the lives of its victims (in some cases even kicking owners out of them private home), which might be something to avoid if you’re currently browsing SpareRoom for a new housemate…
Which is at the top of your to-see list?
