RESEARCH: Awards for documentaries in the last year

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 The documentary genre has seen an incredible variety of captivating storytelling and thought-provoking stories that have captured audiences all around the world in the last year. Acknowledgment of outstanding documentary filmmaking has been seen through esteemed accolades that recognise the filmmakers' commitment to bringing important and varied themes to light. The best documentaries of the last year have demonstrated the ability of factual storytelling to inform, uplift, and spark important dialogues. These films have covered a wide range of topics, from societal challenges and historical events to personal histories.


Oppenheimer 

Oppenheimer (2023) - IMDb

the film Oppenheimer is a documentary released in 2023 and written, directed, and co-produced by Christopher Nolan.The film was considered the film of the year and got many nominations and awards that include :






Golden Globes Awards - Best director , best screenplay and best motion picture as well as many persona accolades for the actors 

Austin Film Critics Association - Best ensemble , Best adapted screenplay , best film editing 


it aint over 

It Ain't Over (2022) - IMDb








Bill Russell :legend 

Bill Russell: Legend (TV Series 2023) - IMDb

SBJ's Best Sports Documentary of the Year award.

Fun fact : It was released in February in conjunction with Black History Month, paints a compelling, chronological narrative of Russell's career and life


stan lee 

Stan Lee (2023) - IMDb

This documentary has had many nominations include one In the Emmys and the golden globes 







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