Top 10 Documentaries on Creativity

Description: While not strictly about traditional creativity, this film captures the competitive spirit and dedication of video game players, highlighting the art of gaming.

Fact: It has become a cult classic, inspiring numerous references in pop culture. The film was shot over three years.

Description: A wild ride through the world of street art, this film blurs the line between documentary and art project, exploring the life of Thierry Guetta, who becomes an accidental artist.

Fact: The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. There's debate over whether the entire film is a hoax.

Description: Follow the life of Jiro Ono, an 85-year-old sushi master, as he perfects his craft. This documentary is not just about sushi but about the dedication to excellence and the art of mastering a skill.

Fact: Jiro's sushi restaurant, Sukiyabashi Jiro, has three Michelin stars. The film was an official selection at the Sundance Film Festival.

Description: This documentary follows the life of Chinese artist and activist Ai Weiwei, showcasing his art, his activism, and his fight against censorship.

Fact: Ai Weiwei was detained by Chinese authorities during the film's production. The film was an official selection at Sundance.

Description: This film captures Marina Abramović's groundbreaking MoMA retrospective, where she sat silently for 700 hours, inviting visitors to sit opposite her. It's a profound look at performance art and the connection between artist and audience.

Fact: The film was nominated for a Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival. Abramović's performance broke museum attendance records.

Description: The incredible story of Sixto Rodriguez, a Detroit musician who became a superstar in South Africa without knowing it, showcasing the power of music and the mystery of fame.

Fact: Won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. Rodriguez's music was banned in South Africa during apartheid.

Description: This intimate portrait of Ushio and Noriko Shinohara, a Japanese artist couple, reveals the complexities of their relationship and artistic collaboration over decades.

Fact: The film won the U.S. Documentary Directing Award at Sundance. Noriko's art was largely overshadowed by Ushio's until this documentary.

Description: This documentary explores the Beatles' touring years, offering a fresh perspective on their music, influence, and the cultural phenomenon they became.

Fact: Directed by Ron Howard, it includes previously unseen footage. The film was released in theaters worldwide.

Description: A visual journey through the lens of photographer Sebastião Salgado, capturing the beauty and brutality of humanity, nature, and the world.

Fact: Directed by Wim Wenders and Juliano Ribeiro Salgado, Sebastião's son. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.

Description: A poignant look at the life and work of Francesca Woodman, a young photographer whose brief life left an indelible mark on the art world.

Fact: The film was nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance. Francesca's work was rediscovered after her death.