Whether you are watching to see a pop star survive a breakdown or to watch a director destroy a jungle for his art, one thing is certain: The story behind the story is always better than the final cut.
Millennials and Gen X are entering middle age with disposable income and a desire to revisit their childhoods. However, they want to revisit them critically. An entertainment industry documentary about the dark side of Home Alone or the making of The Lion King offers a nostalgic rush tempered with adult understanding.
Just remember: The red carpet is a beautiful lie. The documentary is the truth. And in 2024, we are finally ready to look.
Queue up Quiet on Set if you want horror. Watch The Greatest Night in Pop if you want joy. Or try The Offer (a dramatized doc-series) if you want the business of The Godfather .