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Season 1 – The Story of Documentary Film

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A journey through documentary film history, from famous to obscure works worldwide, showing how the genre helps us understand reality while inspiring both experts and newcomers.

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Jason Gorber POV Magazine Feb 3
Taking a moment to celebrate the often uncredited restorations teams that make projects like Cousins’ possible seems more than in keeping with the spirit of things. Go to Full Review Chris Barsanti The Playlist Feb 3
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If the first episode of this limpid and essayistic series is any indication, the rest of ‘The Story of Documentary Film’ will be deeply, painstakingly journalistic in intent but lovingly poetic in its delivery. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Mark Cousins

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Episode 1 Aired Jan 27, 2026 A journey through documentary film history, from famous to obscure works worldwide, showing how the genre helps us understand reality while inspiring both experts and newcomers. Details

Season Info

Director
Mark Cousins
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
British English
Release Date
Jan 27, 2026