Best 23 Documentary Movies Picks from 2004

Michael Moore's view on what happened to the United States after 9/11 and how the Bush Administration allegedly used the tragic event to push forward its agenda for unjust wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. Find out about Fahrenheit 9/11 / IMDB / YouTube

While examining the influence of the fast food industry, Morgan Spurlock personally explores the consequences on his health of a diet of solely McDonald's food for one month. Read about Super Size Me / IMDB / YouTube

The true story of two climbers and their perilous journey up the west face of Siula Grande in the Peruvian Andes in 1985. Learn about Touching the Void / IMDB / YouTube

A short feature on Darth Vader. More about Star Wars: Episode III - The Return of Darth Vader / IMDB / YouTube

The story of America as seen through the eyes of the former Secretary of Defense under President John F. Kennedy and President Lyndon B. Johnson, Robert McNamara. Explore The Fog of War / IMDB / YouTube

Documentary that looks at the concept of the corporation throughout recent history up to its present-day dominance. Learn about The Corporation / IMDB / YouTube

The iconic metal band struggles for two years to create their album St. Anger, dealing with alcoholism, the loss of their bass player, and the challenge of working with a psychotherapist. Learn about Metallica: Some Kind of Monster / IMDB / YouTube

A fictional photographer's quest to spiritually rediscover herself is interspersed with documentary footage of scientists and theologians discussing the philosophical aspects of quantum physics. Explore What the #$*! Do We (K)now!? / IMDB / YouTube

Chappelle cuts loose in what he does best, Chappelle-style! And for what it's worth, no one is safe from Dave! Info on Dave Chappelle: For What It's Worth / IMDB / YouTube

Filmmaker Jonathan Caouette's documentary on growing up with his schizophrenic mother -- a mixture of snapshots, Super-8 film, answering machine messages, video diaries, early short films, and more - culled from nineteen years of his life. Details on Tarnation / IMDB / YouTube

When a Mongolian nomadic family's newest camel colt is rejected by its mother, a musician is needed for a ritual to change her mind. Details on Die Geschichte vom weinenden Kamel / IMDB / YouTube

Documentary on reported Conservative bias of the Rupert Murdoch-owned Fox News Channel (FNC), which promotes itself as Fair and Balanced. Material includes interviews with former FNC employees and the inter-office memos they provided. Details on Outfoxed: Rupert Murdoch's War on Journalism / IMDB / YouTube

Are you ready for Rock? Actor/director/comedian Chris Rock performs a gut-busting set in his fourth HBO stand-up special recorded before a live audience at Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C. Learn about Chris Rock: Never Scared / IMDB / YouTube

An in-depth making of documentary about the original Star Wars trilogy, covering the productions of the three films and their impact on popular culture. More about Empire of Dreams: The Story of the 'Star Wars' Trilogy / IMDB / YouTube

A documentary on perception of the United States's war with Iraq, with an emphasis on Al Jazeera's coverage. Check out Control Room / IMDB / YouTube

Documentary detailing the origins and history of surf culture. Info on Riding Giants / IMDB / YouTube

In 1968, one man films his attempt to build a cabin and live in the Alaskan wilderness. He goes weeks or months at a time without human contact. Learn about Alone in the Wilderness / IMDB / YouTube

The story of the punk rock band The Ramones. See more about End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones / IMDB / YouTube

Michael Wilson, like the subject of his film, is trying to get an interview with a multi-millionaire; however, in this case, that millionaire is Michael Moore himself. See more about Michael Moore Hates America / IMDB / YouTube

Documentary on Charles Bukowski, author of 'Notes of a Dirty Old Man', 'Love Is a Dog from Hell', and the autobiographical novels, 'Women', 'Hollywood', and 'Post Office'. Check out Bukowski: Born into This / IMDB / YouTube

Documentary about the art of film editing. Clips are shown from many groundbreaking films with innovative editing styles. Learn about The Cutting Edge: The Magic of Movie Editing / IMDB / YouTube

Join a voyage through aquatic realms where humans have rarely dared to go. Waddle with playful penguins, dart with lightning speed through schools of sharks, ride over stormy waves with massive whales and view rare alien-like creatures. See more about Deep Blue / IMDB / YouTube

A documentary on how Los Angeles has been used and depicted in the movies. Look into Los Angeles Plays Itself / IMDB / YouTube