This shift satisfies a specific psychological craving: In an era of #MeToo, #OscarsSoWhite, and growing awareness of mental health, these documentaries act as a form of cultural justice. We watch Surviving R. Kelly or Allen v. Farrow not just for entertainment, but to witness the dismantling of power structures that were previously untouchable.

The art of cinematography, editing, and the unsung heroes behind the camera. This Changes Everything (2018), The Celluloid Closet (1995)