Dive into the world of big business with this curated selection of documentaries that peel back the layers of corporate America and beyond. These films offer a rare glimpse into the strategies, ethics, and sometimes the scandals that define the corporate landscape. Whether you're a business enthusiast, a student of economics, or simply curious about how the world's largest companies operate, this collection provides valuable insights into the mechanisms of power, profit, and influence.

The Corporation (2003)
Description: This film delves into the concept of the corporation as a legal "person" and explores its impact on society, politics, and the environment. It's a must-watch for understanding the modern corporate world.
Fact: The film was nominated for 27 awards, winning 10, including the Audience Award at the Sundance Film Festival.


Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room (2005)
Description: A detailed examination of the Enron scandal, one of the largest corporate frauds in history, this documentary provides an in-depth look at corporate greed and the consequences of unchecked ambition.
Fact: The film uses real audio tapes from Enron executives to give viewers a firsthand account of the company's downfall.


Capitalism: A Love Story (2009)
Description: Michael Moore's critique of capitalism in America, focusing on the financial crisis, corporate greed, and the disparity between the rich and the poor.
Fact: Moore attempted to return a foreclosure home to its owners by confronting the bank, which was captured on film.


Food, Inc. (2008)
Description: This documentary exposes the corporate control of food production in America, revealing the often hidden practices of the food industry.
Fact: The film led to significant public discourse about food safety and corporate influence on agriculture.


The Big Short (2015)
Description: Although not a traditional documentary, this film uses a documentary style to explain the housing market collapse through the eyes of those who saw it coming.
Fact: The film features real-life interviews with key figures involved in the events leading up to the financial crisis.


Inside Job (2010)
Description: This film investigates the global financial crisis of 2008, focusing on the systemic corruption of the financial industry and its impact on the world economy.
Fact: "Inside Job" won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in


Blackfish (2013)
Description: While not strictly about corporations, this documentary examines the practices of SeaWorld, a corporation, and its treatment of orcas, highlighting corporate ethics and animal rights.
Fact: The film led to significant public backlash against SeaWorld, affecting its business practices and public image.


Merchants of Doubt (2014)
Description: It explores how corporations have manipulated public opinion on issues like climate change, tobacco, and chemicals, using tactics to sow doubt about scientific consensus.
Fact: The film is based on the book of the same name by Naomi Oreskes and Erik M. Conway.


The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley (2019)
Description: This documentary tells the story of Elizabeth Holmes and her company Theranos, which promised to revolutionize blood testing but ended in scandal.
Fact: The film includes interviews with former Theranos employees and investors who were duped by Holmes.


The Yes Men Fix the World (2009)
Description: This film follows two activists who impersonate corporate executives to expose the absurdities and injustices of corporate culture.
Fact: The duo managed to get their fake press releases picked up by major news outlets.
