Seeking The Best Netflix Documentaries? - Explore My Favourite Eye-Opening Stories

In a realm of make-believe, documentaries offer the raw beauty of genuine stories.

The forms and genres of entertainment vary, and their impact and intrinsic role are immeasurable in our lives. Documentaries are one of those fine and powerful genres that unearth nerve-bending truths, introduce true stories from around the world, and keep us on edge throughout the show.

 

In a fast-paced world where the demand for entertainment and fictional narratives is constant, I believe documentaries offer a genuine glimpse of reality, experiences, and dilemmas. If given a choice between make-believe fiction and documentaries, I would, without a second thought, go with documentaries. 

Different digital entertainment platforms such as Netflix and Prime produce their own distinctive documentaries. In this article, we will discuss some must-watch captivating documentaries available on Netflix. 

Poisoned - The Dirty Truth About Your Food (2023)

Poisoned - The Dirty Truth About Your Food is an American documentary that unearths shocking truths about the modern food industry. The documentary examines the E. Coli outbreak in the early ‘90s caused by undercooked beef patties and lettuce, followed by a Salmonella outbreak. 

After watching this, my insights into the origin of food, health, and the environment have changed, making me more careful and conscious about my food habits. It will completely change your views on food and show that not everything that glitters on grocery store shelves is safe for consumption.

Blood, Sex, And Royalty (2022)

The Netflix docuseries Blood, Sex, And Royalty offers a modern take on British royal drama and the doomed love affair of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, his second wife. 

What I liked most about this docuseries were the insights from historians, novelists, and scholars on the history of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn. This got me hooked from the very first episode. 

My favourite scenes are those where Anne Boleyn stands bravely for her decisions and rights, empowering me with the thought that women are incredibly strong-willed. If you are into history, this docuseries is worth watching.

Beast Of Bangalore - Indian Predator (2022)

The Netflix gripping documentary will take you through a shocking and perplexing true crime case of a serial killer that sent shockwaves through the city of Bangalore, India, in the early 2000s. 

The documentary will teach you to question the complexities of human behaviour and the darkness lurking behind human exteriors. The case was horrifying in itself, making this documentary one of the best based on the true crime genre.

Crime Scene - The Vanishing At The Cecil Hotel (2021)

The docu-series is an eerily chilling and true crime narrative of the mysterious disappearance of Elisa Lam. The makers masterfully used the dark history of The Cecil Hotel in Los Angeles, nicknamed The Suicide. 

One of the things I liked about this docuseries is the use of investigative storytelling, expert analysis, and original footage. If you are in the mood for mystery and intrigue, give it a watch. I bet you will get chills after watching this!

House Of Secrets - The Burari Deaths (2021)

The Burari Death Case is one of India's most haunting incidents, taking place in Delhi in 2018. The Netflix documentary is about true-crime stories that have raised and reflected upon human beliefs and psyche. 

The documentary unravels the mystery behind the deaths of eleven family members in their homes through interviews, reenactments, and expert analysis. If you want a sense of horror from a real-life story, then watch it. 

My advice - don’t watch it at night.

The Last Czars (2019)

When talking about my favourite Netflix picks, The Last Czars has to be included. This docuseries offers a captivating take on the rise and fall of the last Czars of Russia, unravelling tales that are as fascinating as they are scandalous. 

I believe this docuseries is a powerhouse of knowledge about Russian history, making it one of my favourite picks.

Final Thoughts

In today’s make-believe world, documentaries emerge as empowering tools that provide opportunities to explore diverse perspectives, reality, and history, and to become informed about the world. 

I have an inclination towards documentaries, perhaps due to their engaging true crime storytelling and use of actual facts and statistics. If you are looking for something to watch in your free time, trust me, these favourite documentary picks of mine won’t disappoint you.

Written By - Surbhi Gole

Edited by Soumi Chatterjee