It's been a great time for Netflix documentaries in November.So far this month, Netflix has released , a true crime series about a missing person's case, and , an informative movie about a legendary photographer.And if those don't pique your interest, here are three more documentaries to consider.
Add How-To Geek on Google Add as Preferred Source Follow on Google Discover First, a polarizing NBA star receives the documentary treatment.While his play on the court was often positive, his life off the court was tragic.Next, a wild home invasion leads to a shocking ending in a hospital.
Finally, my top selection is an eye-opening documentary about a popular comedian that features an unfathomable betrayal from an unlikely source.3 Untold: The Death & Life of Lamar Odom A basketball star comes back to life An NBA fan like me recognizes the name Lamar Odom, a tall, lefty forward who played 14 seasons.After breaking out for the Los Angeles Clippers and a short stint with the Miami Heat, Odom went to the Los Angeles Lakers and achieved the most success of his career.
With the Lakers, Odom played for two championship-winning teams (2009 and 2010) and won the Sixth Man of the Year Award (2011).Odom is so far removed from the game that some people might associate him more with the Kardashian family than basketball.In 2009, Odom married Khloé Kardashian after dating for one month.
Odom then became a reality star in the process because of his high-profile relationship.Behind the scenes, Odom was struggling, and his battles are examined in .The Netflix documentary depicts Odom's tumultuous life outside basketball, which was often defined by heavy drug use.
When you learn about Odom's struggles, it's a miracle that he's still alive.In 2015, Odom survived an overdose after suffering 12 strokes and six heart attacks.Addiction is a powerful disease, and Odom recognizes how it contributed to his health scares.
is a harrowing depiction of a man's struggles to fight back against his inner demons.2 Unprotected: Murder in Galicia The documentary before the series On Nov.13, Netflix will release a three-part crime series about a survivor of a brutal attack who dies in a hospital 37 days later.
It's a crime that feels too real to be true.If you share this sentiment, then your instincts are correct.is based on a true crime committed in 2015.
If you're searching for the real-life account of the attack, then check out the new Netflix documentary .In April 2015, Isabel Fuentes was attacked in her home in Pazos, a village in Verín, Galicia, Spain.The attackers left Fuentes on the verge of death, and she required immediate medical assistance at a hospital.
However, not all the clues add up.Naturally, Isabel's husband, Aniceto Rodríguez, is questioned by the authorities, and his story quickly falls apart.While recovering in the hospital over a month after the attack, Isabel is stabbed to death.
No wonder Netflix wanted to release a documentary about this subject before the drama series.No one would believe the events depicted in the drama were based on a true story.is Netflix's way of saying, "See, we are the king of true crime.
We have the craziest stories." 1 Funny Money: The Dane Cook Story The dark side of a comedian's rise I'm not sure if Dane Cook means anything to kids these days.In the early 2000s, Cook might have been one of the five biggest comics on the planet.Cook was selling out arenas on his stand-up comedy tour.
He successfully crossed into Hollywood as an actor, starring in and .Cook even had two comedy albums, 2005's and 2009's chart in the top five of the Billboard 200.I was always a fan of his "Bless You" rant.
covers Cook's meteoric rise in the comedy world.However, there is an unfortunate side to this story, and it belongs to his half-brother, Darryl McCauley.As Cook gained more fame, McCauley became more involved in the comedian's life as his business manager.
Despite generating millions of dollars, Cook noticed that his finances were out of whack.Someone was stealing money from him.Who? Unfortunately for Cook, it might have been the one person closest to him.
is ultimately a story of betrayal and how Cook's life changed forever after discovering this crime.However, this documentary reminded me of Cook's massive popularity.I don't think he'll ever reach those highs again, but it was still an impressive run.
Related 5 new Netflix stand-up comedy specials to crack up to right now A Baltimore homecoming, a foosball champ's debut, and a viral star's first hour lead this lineup of new Netflix stand-up.Posts By Derek Malcolm What else should you check out? If you're searching for a new movie on Netflix, check out a new mystery thriller starring Academy Award winner Jessica Chastain.On Paramount+, you'll find some classic movies, like and .
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