Netflix documentaries aren't just about crime or fraud. There are several documentaries that cover the stories of famous people to inspire many people. The stories that are presented also attract the attention of the audience to delve further into the person's life.
From Britney Spears to Michelle Obama, here are 5 must-watch Netflix documentaries!
1. Britney vs Spears (2021)
At the beginning of its release, the documentary film Britney vs Spears immediately stole the attention of the media. The film, directed by Erin Lee Carr, features exclusive interviews and confidential evidence from journalist Jenny Eliscu to investigate Britney Spears' struggle for her freedom.
The film Britney vs Spears illustrates how difficult it is for Britney to escape from a conservatory that is not approved by her. Compiled from various sources via Wikipedia, Britney Spears was inadvertently placed under the conservatorship of her father, James "Jamie" Spears and lawyer, Andrew M. Wallet as conservator.
The management of the conservatory by Jamie, Wallet and former Spears business manager, Lou M. Taylor, was initially temporary, but became permanent. Regarding the conservation of Britney Spears, it has been controversial, plus the three people control Britney's professional and personal life.
2. Becoming (2020)
The former American president, Michelle Obama, wrote the best-selling memoir Becoming in 2018. Two years later, a documentary of the same name based on the book written by Michelle Obama directed by Nadia Hallgren was released via Netflix.
The documentary Becoming contains footage of Michelle's book tour in 34 cities after the book's release. In this film, featuring footage of Michelle Obama's journey, the various talk shows she did and her work while serving as America's First Lady.
3. Miss Americana (2020)
Who is a Taylor Swift fan, right? Any Swifties here? For fans of this American singer, you must be familiar with this documentary. Miss Americana is directed by Lana Wilson, who has followed Taylor Swift in several years of her career.
In particular, Miss Americana portrays Taylor Swift's pure, emotional performance and during the ups and downs of her life. The film spans the time period of Taylor Swift's touring Reputation Stadium Tour (2018) to her seventh studio album, Lover (2019). This documentary is embellished with flashback clips of some events that were never revealed to the public.
4. Schumacher (2021)
As the title implies, this documentary tells the career journey of Michael Schumacher. Michael Schumacher made history that no one else could do, he became Formula 1 champion for 7 times.
The Schumacher film was directed by Hanns-Bruno Kammerțns, Vanessa N̦cker, and Michael Wech. This film documents Michael Schumacher's F1 career and the return of Scuderia Ferrari to dominance in 2000 Р2004. Also in this documentary is also equipped with exclusive interviews and video archives.
5. Pelé (2021)
Who does not know the legendary Brazilian footballer, Pelé? Edson Arantes do Nascimento or better known as Pelé is one of the greatest football players of all time and the most successful sporting figure of the 20th century.
Through the film, Pelé, this documentary captures the extraordinary journey of Pelé with his passion and talent in playing football until he became a hero for his country. Directed by Ben Nichols and David Tryhorn for Netflix, Pelé has been out since February 2021.
Wow, interesting, aren't the stories of the inspirational figures above? Which one are you interested in watching first?