documentary Archives – The College View

RTÉ launch documentary series that follows disadvantaged students in Irish universities

November 11, 2020

“My Uni Life” is a five-part series documenting the lives of seven students from under-represented backgrounds as they face the different challenges that accompany starting university.

David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet

October 28, 2020

Attenborough’s latest venture “A Life on Our Planet” functions as a sort of cautionary tale, but rather than it being old folklore – it’s happening right in front of our eyes, which is a far scarier narrative

The best music documentaries to watch during isolation

March 30, 2020

Self isolation can get boring quickly but with streamiing platforms such as Netflix and Amazon prime, there are a lot of great options for music fans. Whether you want to watch Beyoncé’s concert from bed

Everyone’s Everything pays homage to Lil Peep’s life and career

March 30, 2020

It’s amazing to think that Lil Peep was only 21 when he passed away. Even in the music industry, this is an astonishingly young age to meet your untimely death.

The controversy of the Church of Scientology and where it is now

March 15, 2020

Scientology was invented by L. Ron Hubbard in 1952 and according to The Church of Scientology’s official Irish website, it is “ a religion that offers a precise path leading to a complete and certain understanding of one’s true spiritual nature and one’s relationship to self, family, groups, Mankind, all life forms, the material universe, the spiritual universe and the supreme being.”

The truth about Who Killed Malcom X

February 17, 2020

The assassination of Malcolm X, has long drawn suspicion from numerous quarters, and that suspicion is only heightened by the release of the new six-part documentary series directed by Rachel Dretzin and Phil Bertelsen titled “Who Killed Malcolm X”.

Frankie Boyle opts for realism as opposed to idealism in latest travel documentary

February 17, 2020

In Frankie Boyle’s Tour of Scotland, we get one of the most self-aware travel documentaries ever.

Netflix’s Madeleine McCann documentary falls short of expectations

April 17, 2019

The aspect that predominantly jumped out to Netflix viewers, was that the McCann’s themselves played no part in the documentary.

“Take Your Pills” documentary focuses in on Adderall abuse

April 18, 2018

One is tempted to go on the dark web and purchase a few bottles of the pills themselves. Or even book a psychiatric appointment and fake their way to a nice, gift wrapped diagnosis and prescription. They make it seem so easy.

Lady Gaga documentary showcases singer’s battle with chronic injuries

November 29, 2017

Lady Gaga has a voice. She has an emotional, stunning singing voice, and an articulate way of communicating that allows her to be not only a role model but also a voice for those without.

Sex and Drugs: Life in the red light zone

November 15, 2017

I was a 16-year-old addicted to drugs. Now, I’ve got three beautiful children, that live with my mum, because I can’t look after them,” Kayleigh says, looking directly above the camera and into the producer’s

BBC’s ‘Overshadowed’ – the truth about eating disorders

October 25, 2017

The BBC’s new mini-series “Overshadowed” casts a unique light on the issue of eating disorders, a topic that is usually kept hidden in darkness. Imogene, a young Irish vlogger living in England, decides to

Review: Between Land and Sea

April 19, 2017

Roaring waves crash against the ragged cliffs. Seagulls sail on wild Atlantic gusts. Tiny black specks paddle across the white foam on their surf boards, only to be heaved over the lip of a towering

REVIEW: The Armstrong Lie

February 19, 2014

The sporting world’s biggest ever lie is examined in Alex Gibney’s new documentary. Gary Grimes reviews.