Movies like Mifune: The Last Samurai: 20 to watch next
If you loved Mifune: The Last Samurai (2016) — a documentary and history film directed by Steven Okazaki — these 20 movies are the closest matches.
The first picks are what fans of Mifune: The Last Samurai most often go on to watch; the rest share its genres and themes like cinema on cinema, biography and cinema history. 4 of them are streaming in India right now — each entry shows where.
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The Eyes of Orson Welles 2018★ 6.9
Shares: Documentary
A poetic journey into the visual world of the legendary filmmaker and actor Orson Welles (1915-85) that reveals a new portrait of a unique genius, both of his life and of his monumental work: through his own eyes, drawn by his own hand, painted with his own brush.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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They'll Love Me When I'm Dead 2018★ 7.1
Shares: Documentary
As his life comes to its end, famous Hollywood director Orson Welles puts it all on the line at the chance for renewed success with the film The Other Side of the Wind.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Milius 2013★ 7.1
Shares: Documentary
The life story of ‘Zen Anarchist’ filmmaker John Milius, one of the most influential storytellers of his generation.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Visions of Light 1992★ 7.0
Shares: Documentary, History
Cameramen and women discuss the craft and art of cinematography and of the "DP" (the director of photography), illustrating their points with clips from 100 films, from Birth of a Nation to Do the Right Thing. Themes: the DP tells people where to look; changes in movies (the arrival of sound, color, and wide screens) required creative responses from DPs; and, these artisans constantly invent new equipment and try new things, with wonderful results. The narration takes us through the identifiable studio styles of the 30s, the emergence of noir, the New York look, and the impact of Europeans. Citizen Kane, The Conformist, and Gordon Willis get special attention.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Be Natural: The Untold Story of Alice Guy-Blaché 2018★ 7.2
Shares: Documentary, History
The epic life story of Alice Guy-Blaché (1873–1968), a French screenwriter, director and producer, true pioneer of cinema, the first person who made a narrative fiction film; author of hundreds of movies, but banished from history books. Ignored and forgotten. At last remembered.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Altman 2014★ 6.6
Shares: Documentary
Robert Altman's life and career contained multitudes. This father of American independent cinema left an indelible mark, not merely on the evolution of his art form, but also on the western zeitgeist. With its use of rare interviews, representative film clips, archival images, and musings from his family and most recognizable collaborators, Altman is a dynamic and heartfelt mediation on an artist whose expression, passion and appetite knew few bounds.
Stream in India on MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel
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Corman's World 2011★ 7.0
Shares: Documentary
A chronicle of the long career of American filmmaker Roger Corman, the most tenacious and ingenious low-budget producer and director in the US film industry, a pioneer of independent filmmaking and discoverer of new talent.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Jodorowsky's Dune 2013★ 7.8
Shares: Documentary
In 1974, Chilean-French director Alejandro Jodorowsky embarked on the quixotic project of adapting Frank Herbert's influential novel Dune (1969) for the big screen. After investing two years, and millions of dollars, the gigantic project ended in failure; but the artists Jodorowsky brought together to carry it out continued to work together, and ended up laying the foundations for modern science fiction cinema.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Frank and Ollie 1995★ 7.4
Shares: Documentary
Before computer graphics, special effects wizardry, and out-of-this world technology, the magic of animation flowed from the pencils of two of the greatest animators The Walt Disney Company ever produced -- Frank Thomas and Ollie Johnston. Frank and Ollie, the talent behind BAMBI, PINOCCHIO, LADY AND THE TRAMP, THE JUNGLE BOOK, and others, set the standard for such modern-day hits as THE LION KING. It was their creative genius that helped make Disney synonymous with brilliant animation, magnificent music, and emotional storytelling. Take a journey with these extraordinary artists as they share secrets, insights, and the inspiration behind some of the greatest animated movies the world has ever known!
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound 2019★ 6.9
Shares: Documentary, History
The history of cinematic sound, told by legendary sound designers and visionary filmmakers.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Django & Django: Sergio Corbucci Unchained 2021★ 6.9
Shares: Documentary, History
A tribute to Italian filmmaker Sergio Corbucci (1926-90), presented by American filmmaker Quentin Tarantino.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Woody Allen: A Documentary 2011★ 6.9
Shares: Documentary
An intense portrait of the iconic filmmaker, writer, actor, comedian and musician Woody Allen: his life, family and friends; his writing and directing habits, and his relationship with performers.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty 2000★ 7.8
Shares: Documentary
A compilation of over 30 years of private home movie footage shot by Lithuanian-American avant-garde director Jonas Mekas, assembled by Mekas "purely by chance", without concern for chronological order.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Stan Lee 2023★ 7.2
Shares: Documentary
Celebrate the legacy of Stan Lee as the co-creator of such legendary characters as Fantastic Four, Iron Man, the X-Men, The Avengers, and hundreds more.
Stream in India on JioHotstar, VI movies and tv
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De Palma 2016★ 7.0
Shares: Documentary
An intimate conversation between filmmakers, chronicling De Palma’s 55-year career, his life, and his filmmaking process, with revealing anecdotes and, of course, a wealth of film clips.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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More Than Miyagi: The Pat Morita Story 2021★ 7.1
Shares: Documentary
The Oscar nominated actor best known for his role of Mr. Miyagi, left behind a painfully revealing autobiographical record of his much-too-brief time here on earth. Tracing his journey from being bed bound as a boy to the bright lights and discrimination in Hollywood. Deep inside that sweet, generous, multi-talented performer seethed an army of demons, that even alcohol and drugs couldn't mask.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Spielberg 2017★ 7.5
Shares: Documentary
A documentary on the life and career of one of the most influential film directors of all time, Steven Spielberg.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Love, Antosha 2019★ 7.4
Shares: Documentary
From a prolific career in film and television, Anton Yelchin left an indelible legacy as an actor. Through his journals and other writings, his photography, the original music he wrote, and interviews with his family, friends, and colleagues, this film looks not just at Anton's impressive career, but at a broader portrait of the man.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Sidney 2022★ 6.9
Shares: Documentary
This revealing documentary honors the legendary Sidney Poitier—iconic actor, filmmaker, and civil rights activist. Featuring interviews with Denzel Washington, Spike Lee, Halle Berry, and more.
Stream in India on Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel
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Red Army 2015★ 7.4
Shares: Documentary, History
A documentary highlighting the Soviet Union's legendary and enigmatic hockey training culture and world-dominating team through the eyes of the team's Captain Slava Fetisov, following his shift from hockey star and celebrated national hero to political enemy.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now