u/Aristolochia_

I recently watched Shoah (1995) directed by Claude Lanzmann and was completely floored. The sensitivity with which it discussed the issue, without using any archival footage or images is masterful. It was also incredible to hear people from around these regions, understand exactly how they perceived the issue and what they think of it today. I regard it as one of the greatest documentaries ever produced, if not one of the greatest films ever. It's a topic that's often discussed, with a great deal of material produced on it every year, yet this piece of art achieves something beyond, it almost encapsulates the feel and mood of the period, it reflects the people's thoughts and feelings, and presents them plainly without any pretentions.

Do you guys have any other suggestions for documentaries like this one? I do have a preference for history, but I am open to almost anything.

Re watched this movie after a few years, and gotta say it's probably one of the greatest movies ever made. It's highly controversial and I absolutely do not condone all of Margaret Mitchell's ideology, and the treatment of the African American community is absolutely appalling.

However, it is an incredible story, told in the most incredibly beautiful way. Vivien Leigh quite literally transforms herself in every shot, and will forever be remembered through this character. The expansive shots, especially that of Tara burning and also the shot where the wounded soldiers are being tended to in Atlanta, are breathtaking.

Although it's close to 4 hours long, never does a single reel drag on and bore you, and keeps you hooked for every second. Idk how you guys look at this movie, as well as at the whole argument of art vs the artist, but I can't deny the impact this film has had on the motion pictures and do think it stands the test of time as one of the greatest films of all times.