Ben je fan van 'Louis Theroux: Dark States' (2017) en op zoek naar vergelijkbare documentaires of series die diepgaande verhalen vertellen over de rauwe kant van de samenleving? In dit artikel vind je 10 films en shows die net als Theroux's werk een onthullende blik werpen op complexe en vaak schrijnende onderwerpen. Perfect voor wie gefascineerd is door journalistieke diepte en menselijke verhalen.

Bowling for Columbine (2002)
Beschreibung: A provocative examination of gun violence in America, combining investigative journalism with dark humor.
Fakt: The film won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature, marking a rare mainstream success for the genre.


Senna (2010)
Beschreibung: A thrilling and emotional sports documentary that transcends its subject to explore passion and mortality.
Fakt: The film was constructed entirely from archival footage, without any traditional talking-head interviews.


Exit Through the Gift Shop (2010)
Beschreibung: A subversive exploration of art, authenticity, and commercialization, blurring the lines between documentary and performance.
Fakt: Initially intended to be a documentary about street art, it evolved into a commentary on the art world itself.


Inside Job (2010)
Beschreibung: A comprehensive and damning look at the 2008 financial crisis, revealing systemic corruption and greed.
Fakt: Narrated by Matt Damon, the film won the Oscar for Best Documentary Feature in


Jiro Dreams of Sushi (2011)
Beschreibung: A meditative study of perfectionism and dedication, offering a window into an insular world of craftsmanship.
Fakt: Jiro's sushi restaurant has only 10 seats and requires reservations months in advance, despite its unassuming location in a Tokyo subway station.


The Imposter (2012)
Beschreibung: A gripping documentary that delves into deception and identity, blending true crime with psychological intrigue.
Fakt: The film's subject, Frédéric Bourdin, actually participated in the documentary, providing chilling insights into his own actions.


Searching for Sugar Man (2012)
Beschreibung: A musical mystery that explores obscurity, rediscovery, and the unpredictable nature of artistic legacy.
Fakt: The film's subject, Sixto Rodriguez, was completely unaware of his fame in South Africa until the filmmakers contacted him.


Amy (2015)
Beschreibung: An intimate portrait of fame's destructive power, using archival footage to tell a tragic personal story.
Fakt: The documentary includes previously unheard recordings of Amy Winehouse, providing unique insight into her life.


The Look of Silence (2014)
Beschreibung: A haunting companion piece about genocide and reconciliation, focusing on personal and national trauma.
Fakt: The film's protagonist confronts his brother's killers, creating one of the most powerful scenes in documentary cinema.


Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief (2015)
Beschreibung: Exposes the inner workings of a secretive organization, focusing on manipulation and the human cost of blind faith.
Fakt: The documentary was based on Lawrence Wright's Pulitzer Prize-winning book, featuring interviews with former high-ranking Scientology members.
