Social & Cultural Documentaries on Netflix
Last updated May 04, 2025
After the Axe
1981 | NR | 2.5 out of 5 StarsAfter the Axe is a cinematic drama that examines executive terminations and a new industry that specializes in handling them.
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The End of Time
2012 | NR | 2.5 out of 5 StarsHuman perception of time is the elusive topic of this feature-length documentary that explores its subject as real and conceptual, while advancing the idea that the clock may not be the only way to perceive, gauge and experience time.
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Vivan Las Antipodas
2011 | NR | 2.5 out of 5 StarsVisit striking locations that are antipodes, located diametrically opposite each other on Earth's surface. A peaceful sunset is contrasted with bustling city streets; people who live in a wasteland are connected to people dwelling next to a volcano.
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Graffiti Verite 7: Random Urban Static: The Iridescent Equations of Spoken Word
2008 | NR | 2.4 out of 5 StarsBob Bryan returns with a seventh anthology of his spoken-word performance series, capturing the cultural, social and emotional expression of 15 gifted poets who represent a cross-section of philosophies and styles. Poets Eric Haber, GaKnew Roxwel, Common Ground, Rachel Kann, Tim'm T. West and others tackle subjects ranging from racial and gender repression to artistic freedom and the influence of hip-hop on modern culture (and their own work).
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Graffiti Verite 11: Don't Believe Da Noize!
2010 | NR | 2.4 out of 5 StarsThe groundbreaking efforts of talented and diverse emcees, filmmakers, painters and educators are showcased through original works, including short films, cartoons and live performances.
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Alias Ruby Blade: A Story of Love and Revolution
2012 | NR | 2.4 out of 5 StarsCast against East Timor's bloody revolution, this true-life love story traces Kirsty Sword's dedication to a Timorese rebel group and its leader. Their romance begins as the charismatic Xanana Gusmão serves a jail sentence for his political crimes.
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Punk in Africa
2012 | NR | 2.4 out of 5 StarsWhen South Africa shook off the grip of apartheid in the 1990s, a wealth of new cultural forms emerged, including an energetic punk rock scene. This documentary vividly recollects both the spirit of the time and the intensity of the music.
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Ready to Fly
2012 | NR | 2.4 out of 5 StarsDetermined ski jumping champ Lindsey Van and her USA teammates fight to compete in the Olympics, which doesn't allow women to compete in that sport. Already able to outdo the world's best male ski jumpers, Van goes up against the naysayers.
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Deadman
2009 | NR | 2.3 out of 5 StarsDeadman's tranquil pacing and glorious vistas gently build to a climactic, clever and moving showdown between two opposing camps, between an ancient, peaceful way of life and the seductive yet violent mythology of the Wild West.
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Graffiti Verite 6: The Odyssey: Poets, Passion & Poetry
2006 | NR | 2.2 out of 5 StarsContinuing his long-running Graffiti Verite series, filmmaker Bob Bryan combines poetry readings, graphic iconography and insightful interviews in a probing exploration of the work and creative processes of 31 contemporary poets. The artists include Cheryl Beychok, Rod Bradley, Elena Byrne, Luis Campos, Victoria Chang, Wanda Coleman, Brendan Constantine, Kamau Daaood, Jim Natal, Aleida Rodriguez and others.
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