Draft:Educational and Informative Documentaries

• The Americas Amazon Prime has a new documentary about the wild nature of North and South America. It's filmed in 10 episodes, and so far, 9 episodes have been released. Narrated by Tom Hanks, this documentary uses the latest technology to show incredible stories. Like BBC's Planet Earth, it has amazing visuals of nature and highlights global climate change. <ref>IMDb link: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11123856/</ref> <ref>Official Website: https://www.amazon.com/The-Americas-Season-1/dp/B08K2D4J88</ref>
• American Murder: The Gabby Petito Story This 3-episode documentary tells the real-life story of Gabby Petito, a 22-year-old travel vlogger who disappeared in August 2021 during a road trip with her fiancé. Her story shines a light on domestic violence and how to recognize dangerous signals in relationships. <ref>IMDb link: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14174762/</ref> <ref>Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81026115</ref>
• Federer: Twelve Final Days A documentary about tennis legend Roger Federer and the final days of his professional career. It focuses on his humility, hard work, and the meaning of perseverance in the sports world. If you are a fan of Federer, you won’t want to miss it. <ref>IMDb link: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11360724/</ref> <ref>Official Website: https://www.rogerfederer.com</ref>
• Good Night Oppy This documentary tells the amazing story of NASA's two Mars rovers, Spirit and Opportunity, which outlived their expected missions by many years. It’s an inspiring "true robot story" that shows the power of human determination. <ref>IMDb link: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14959926/</ref> <ref>Official Website: https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/mer/index.html</ref>
• 10 Years with Hayao Miyazaki This documentary by Japan's NHK explores the life and work of the famous Japanese filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki. It’s a great watch for those who love his films and want to know more about his creative journey. <ref>IMDb link: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2575574/</ref> <ref>Official Website: https://www.nhk.or.jp/english/</ref>
• Inside the Vatican This documentary gives viewers a rare, intimate look inside the Vatican, exploring the lives of people who work there and the politics of the Catholic Church. It’s a deep dive into the heart of one of the world’s most influential religious institutions. <ref>IMDb link: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10533538/</ref> <ref>PBS link: https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/film/inside-the-vatican/</ref>
• The Social Dilemma This Netflix documentary shows how social media platforms impact our lives, from mental health to society’s behavior. It features interviews with former employees of tech companies who discuss the dangers of social media and the data-driven business model. <ref>IMDb link: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11464826/</ref> <ref>Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81254224</ref>
• Making a Murderer A gripping true crime documentary following Steven Avery, who was convicted of a crime he didn't commit. His story reveals a deeply flawed justice system and how one man fights to clear his name. <ref>IMDb link: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5189670/</ref> <ref>Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/80000774</ref>
• 13th This powerful documentary examines the intersection of race, justice, and mass incarceration in the United States. It looks at the history of racial inequality and how the prison system has been shaped by it. <ref>IMDb link: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5895028/</ref> <ref>Official Website: https://www.13thfilm.com/</ref>
• The Last Dance A sports documentary focusing on Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls during their 1990s championship years. It shows the drive, teamwork, and leadership that made Jordan a global icon. <ref>IMDb link: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8420184/</ref> <ref>Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81003111</ref>