8 best political documentaries to watch today

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JFK Revisited: Through the Looking Glass (2021)

Oliver Stone is the director of this American-British documentary. It explores the assassination of former US President John F. Kennedy.

Knock Down The House (2019)

This documentary chronicles the grassroots campaigns of four progressive women, including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, against incumbent lawmakers in the US midterm elections of 2018.

Winter on Fire: Ukraine's Fight  for Freedom (2015)

The Ukrainian revolution, also known as the Euromaidan protests, is chronicled in this documentary. 

By the People: The Election of Barack Obama (2009)

This documentary provides an in-depth look at Barack Obama's 2008 US presidential campaign. Popular actor and producer Edward Norton produced the film.

Hitler: A Career (1977)

Directed by Christian Herrendoerfer and Joachim C Fest, this documentary explores Adolf Hitler's political career and ascent to power. The film evaluates the political position of Germany in WW II.

Becoming (2020)

Becoming is about Michelle Obama, the former First Lady of the United States. The documentary includes video of Obama's trips, appearances on talk shows, and activities while serving as the First Lady.

Weiner (2016)

This documentary follows the scandalous mayoral campaign of former US Congressman Anthony Weiner. Josh Kriegman and Elyse Steinberg directed it.

Journeys With George (2002)

In this documentary, journalist Alexandra Pelosi chronicles her coverage of George W Bush's 2000 presidential campaign. It earned six Emmy nominations, including one win for director Aaron Lubarsky's editing.