By Cynthia Johnson
The world can be likened to a grand stage, and every one of us has a role to perform. Each passing day is an opportunity for history to be written and stories to be shared.
Whether we speak of living legends or those who have left their mark on history, their tales continue to unfold, either as a source of inspiration or a means of eternalizing their legacy.
In this weekend’s QUEST PICKS selection, we present the top five biographical documentaries available on Netflix, designed to inspire and captivate your imagination.
1. Finding Fela (2014)
Directed by Oscar winner Alex Gibney, this documentary tells the story of Fela Kuti, the Afrobeat pioneer and political activist. It also explores Kuti’s life, his music, and his social and political importance.
2. Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip-Hop (2021)
This docuseries honours the trailblazers and game-changers who have influenced women in hip-hop music and culture. Here, rappers, writers, and experts provide commentary on the genre’s evolution and the impact of women on its development.
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3. Harry & Meghan (2022)
This is a docuseries which features interviews with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex as they share their complex journey from courtship to their exit from royal life. Oscar nominee Liz Garbus directs this six-episode chronicle.
4. Hitler – A Career(1960)
The rise and fall of Adolf Hitler through never-before-seen film footage from secret archives and private collections is being examined in this documentary.
Director Joachim Fest provides an unflinching view into Hitler’s uncanny powers of persuasion and the overall state of mind of the German people during this period.
5. Trump: An American Dream (2018)
This documentary reveals the truly American story of Donald Trump, the brash businessman who defied the odds to become U.S. president. Friends, associates, and critics provide insights into Trump’s life and personality.