Explore the 2025 Oscars shortlist across ten categories, including frontrunners Emilia Pérez, Wicked, Dune 2, and Gladiator II. Full list and surprises revealed.

Jacqueline Baylon’s Until He’s Back is a powerful exploration of migration’s emotional toll. This award-winning documentary captures resilience, love, and loss through the poignant story of Ahmed and his family.

Discover Her Fight, His Name, an Oscar-qualified documentary short chronicling Gwen Carr’s powerful fight for justice after Eric Garner’s death. A moving story of resilience, activism, and systemic change, now For Your Consideration for the 97th Academy Awards. Voting begins December 17th.

Explore Jacqueline Baylon’s moving documentary Until He’s Back, which sheds light on the human cost of migration across the Mediterranean. The film captures the journey of a father fighting to bring his son’s body home, with empathy and depth. Premiering at DOC NYC and hosted by Questlove, this documentary has received major recognition, including an IDA Nomination and Oscar Nomination shortlist.

Bess Kargman's Diane Warren: Relentless takes a heartfelt look at the prolific songwriter's journey, exploring her complex motivations, relationships, and her lifelong pursuit to make her mother proud. A must-watch for music lovers and fans of in-depth artist documentaries.

Discover the powerful journey of Diane Warren, one of America’s most prolific songwriters, in the documentary ‘Diane Warren: Relentless,’ directed by Bess Kargman. Catch the NYC premiere at DOC NYC 2024 with screenings at Village East by Angelika and IFC Center, followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers. Learn about Warren’s rebellious childhood, her rise to fame, and the experiences shared by America’s top singers in this music-rich portrait.

Explore Miriam Guttmann's documentary "Front Row," which follows the United Ukrainian Ballet Company as they prepare for a performance amidst the backdrop of war. This detailed review delves into the dancers' resilience, the inclusion of Ukrainian soldier Oleksandr Budko, and how art intersects with conflict. Discover the powerful story of survival and expression in this 4/5 star-rated documentary.

Explore the inspiring story of Kenneth Cole in the documentary A MAN with SOLE, directed by Dori Berinstein. Discover how Cole used fashion as a platform for advocacy over four decades, covering topics like HIV/AIDS, mental health, and LGBTQIA+ rights. Premiering at DOC NYC 2024, the documentary reveals the designer’s tireless dedication to social justice.

The Bibi Files, directed by Alexis Bloom, offers a damning inside look at Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, featuring leaked police tapes and accounts of corruption that led to his indictment. Streaming on Jolt.film from December 11.

Discover Front Row, a powerful documentary by Miriam Guttmann, showcasing the resilience of Ukrainian ballet dancers living in exile amidst war. Read our exclusive interview with the director. World premiere at DOC NYC 2024.