Documentary Of The Week

The 3-part series "Victoria's Secret: Angels and Demons" explores the legacy of the company's leader Leslie Wexner and his close ties to Jeffrey Epstein who died in prison awaiting trial on numerous accusations of sex trafficking. Filmmaker Matt Tyrnauer explores the rise and fall of the multi-billion dollar lingerie brand.  

"The Last Movie Stars" is a six-part series exploring the 50-year marriage of Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward. The filmmaker Ethan Hawke taps an archive of unpublished interviews along with extensive film clips to dive into their complexities.  

"Free Chol Soo Lee" explores the legacy of a 1973 murder in San Francisco's Chinatown and a young Korean immigrant who was initially convicted of the crime. Filmmakers Julia Ha and Eugene Yi offer a nuanced profile of the complex man behind the slogan.  

"Mija" follows talent manager Doris Muñoz and singer Jacks Haupt as they navigate the highs and lows of the music business. Filmmaker Isabel Castro captures them balancing family obligations while they forge their own identities.  

The HBO documentary series "Mind Over Murder" explores why several people confessed to a crime they didn't commit. Filmmaker Nanfu Wang isn't focused on the "whodunit" as much as the more complicated question of how to find reconciliation after a tragedy.  

The Netflix series "How to Change Your Mind" follows author Michael Pollan as he explores the psychedelic worlds of LSD, psilocybin, MDMA and mescaline. Filmmaker Lucy Walker and her team tell a story of how these drugs were once demonized but are now being reconsidered in a more positive light.  

"Dreaming Walls" profiles the longtime residents of New York's legendary Chelsea Hotel who stayed during the many years the building went under reconstruction. Filmmakers Amélie van Elmbt and Maya Duverdier aren't attempting a comprehensive history, but rather a dreamy portrait of a place.  

"The Martha Mitchell Effect" profiles the woman who played a key role in exposing the depths of Watergate and bringing down President Nixon. Filmmaker Anne Alvergue and Debra McClutchy use archival footage to trace how Martha Mitchell was maligned by the Nixon administration until people realized the truth of her statements.  

The Oscar nominated documentary "Who Killed Vincent Chin?" examines a case from 40 years ago that galvanized Asian Americans to rally against racial violence. Filmmaker Christine Choy and Renee Tajima-Peña delve into the background tensions of Detroit's auto industry in the 1980s that were a backdrop to a tragedy.  

"The Janes" profiles a group of Chicago women who created a network to perform illegal abortions in the days before the Supreme Court's Roe v Wade decision. Filmmakers Tia Lessin and Emma Pildes capture the defiance and dedication of these women who operated under the threat of imprisonment.  

"Joe Papp in Five Acts" profiles the founder of New York's Shakespeare in the Park and the Public Theater. The film includes interviews with Meryl Streep, James Earl Jones, Martin Sheen and others who explore Papp in all his complexity.  

"Like a Rolling Stone: The Life and Times of Ben Fong-Torres" profiles the music journalist known for his insightful interviews. Filmmaker Suzanne Joe Kai weaves Fong-Torres' own story in with his encounters with legends such as Jim Morrison, Ray Charles, Tina Turner and many others.  

The Showtime series "Couples Therapy" returns for season three as Dr. Orna Guralnik treats four New York couples in long-term relationships going through a crisis. We watch as they dig into thorny issues of infidelity, addiction, childhood trauma and kitchen cleanliness.  

"Sheryl" profiles the singer songwriter Sheryl Crow whose catchy hits such as "Soak Up the Sun" were sometimes at odds with her struggles behind the scenes. Filmmaker Amy Scott gives us a deeper appreciation for her talents and tribulations.  

"White Hot: The Rise & Fall of Abercrombie & Fitch" explores allegations of racism, discrimination and sexual harassment at the clothing store marketed to the "cool kids." Filmmaker Alison Klayman. Interviews company insiders and outsiders to document how the CEO's self-declared mission to be "exclusionary" stopped working.  

"La Madrina: The [Savage] Life of Lorine Padilla" profiles a member of the South Bronx gang the Savage Skulls who became a community activist. Filmmaker Raquel Cepeda uncovers a hidden history of Latinas who overcame multiple adversities.

Filmmaker Jay Rosenblatt reflects on a Brooklyn schoolyard incident from 1965 in the Oscar nominated short documentary, "When We Were Bullies." He employs visual techniques of collage and stop motion animation to deconstruct and reconstruct the past.  

"Sub Eleven Seconds" captures Sha'Carri Richardson, one of the fastest women to ever run the 100 meter race, as she competes to qualify for the Olympics in 2021. In the span of a short documentary, the 28-year-old filmmaker and photographer, Bafic, combines athleticism and artistry for a poignant meditation on time.  

"The Andy Warhol Diaries" is a six-part series capturing the artist's personal life in his own words — using AI technology to recreate his voice. Filmmaker Andrew Rossi brings a fresh perspective to understanding the mercurial icon and his times.  

"Calendar Girl" profiles Ruth Finley who created the Fashion Calendar that was an indispensable resource for designers. Filmmaker Christian D. Bruun illuminates a hidden history through interviews with fashion icons such as Carolina Herrera, Nicole Miller and Diane von Furstenberg.