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documentary

[dok-yuh-men-tuh-ree, -tree] / ˌdɒk yəˈmɛn tə ri, -tri /


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The documentary will chronicle Keys’ childhood in Hell’s Kitchen, and explore how her neighborhood catalyzed her career and the musical.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

It all felt more like a TV drama script than news or documentary.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Hayes, who had quit her job, also noted how Hill had given the makers of the Netflix documentary access to the courthouse.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

Following the screening of our documentary “The First 100,” a young filmmaker from a small town in rural Virginia said he “completely understands” how those outside of the United States feel.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

Dimple thought, in a documentary narrators deep, polished voice.

From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon




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