Barbara Walters
Also Known As: Barbara Jill Walters
Biography: Barbara Jill Walters was an American broadcast journalist, author, and television personality. Walters was known for hosting a variety of television programs, including Today, The View, 20/20, and the ABC Evening News.
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Birthday: September 25, 1929
Deathday: December 30, 2022
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Gender: Female
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The Armstrong Lie
Overview: In 2009, Alex Gibney was hired to make a film about Lance Armstrong’s comeback to cycling. The project was shelved when the doping scandal erupted, and re-opened after Armstrong’s confession. The Armstrong Lie picks up in 2013 and presents a riveting, insider's view of the unraveling of one of the most extraordinary stories in the history of sports. As Lance Armstrong says himself, “I didn’t live a lot of lies, but I lived one big one.”
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-09-08
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Two Men at War
Overview: As the war between Russia and Ukraine rages, this George Stephanopoulos documentary pulls back the curtain on the rise of the two men at the center of the conflict – Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Genres: Documentary History
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-11-11
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Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood
Overview: A deliciously scandalous portrait of unsung Hollywood legend Scotty Bowers, whose bestselling memoir chronicled his decades spent as sexual procurer to the stars.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-07-27
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Geek, and You Shall Find
Overview: After attending a local comic book convention, three filmmakers are so moved by the stories shared with them by cosplayers that they decide to investigate geek culture even further. Attending other conventions across the country and speaking with legendary creators such as Kevin Eastman, Stan Lee and George R.R. Martin, the trio not only begins to find answers to why people gravitate towards superheroes and stories about superheroes, but how being a geek could help them live deeper, richer lives. Geek, and You Shall Find tells the stories behind the creation of several popular stories including Superman, Star Wars, Game of Thrones and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. In sharing how these characters and their worlds came to be, creators reveal how often they have been inspired by real-life social ills. Most importantly, by continuing to speak with fans who have been inspired by these creations, this film reveals how superheroes have the potential to combat these social issues as well.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-07-23
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The Best of Disney: 50 Years of Magic
Overview: Celebrities salute Disney Studios' 50th year in Burbank, California.
Genres: Documentary Animation Family
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1991-05-20
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NBC 75th Anniversary Special
Overview: A celebration of NBC's 75 year history, featuring clips of special moments.
Genres: TV Movie Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-05-05
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This Is Farrah Fawcett
Overview: Friends and loved ones of Farrah Fawcett recall the actress' personal struggles and final days.
Genres: Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-05-03
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Night of 100 Stars III
Overview: A celebrity benefit for The Actors' Fund of America, featuring music, songs, dance and comedy.
Genres: Comedy Music TV Movie Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1990-05-21
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Mike Wallace Is Here
Overview: For over half a century, 60 Minutes' fearsome newsman Mike Wallace went head-to-head with the world's most influential figures. Relying exclusively on archival footage, the film interrogates the interrogator, tracking Wallace's storied career and troubled personal life while unpacking how broadcast journalism evolved to today’s precarious tipping point.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-07-26
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The Devil Worshippers
Overview: "The Devil Worshippers" investigates Satanism and focuses on allegations that there are satanic cults committing crimes and murders in the United States. “Police have been skeptical when investigating these acts, just as we are in reporting them. But there is no question that something is going on out there, and that’s sufficient reason for ‘20/20’ to look into it.”
Genres: Documentary Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1985-05-16
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Our Barbara -- A Special Edition of 20/20
Overview: Our Barbara: A Special Edition of 2020, a two-hour primetime special, will feature Walters’ most groundbreaking and iconic interviews, never-before-seen behind-the-scenes footage of Walters, and interviews with Bob Iger, David Muir, Diane Sawyer, Deborah Roberts, Robin Roberts and George Stephanopoulos, among others, according to the network. ABC News will profile Walters’ prolific life and legacy, including making history as the first woman to co-anchor network morning and evening newscasts and paving the way for women in broadcast journalism.
Genres: Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-01-01
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Untitled Barbara Walters Documentary
Overview: Explores the life and career of groundbreaking journalist Barbara Walters.
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Original Language: en
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The Reagan Show
Overview: Comprised entirely of archival footage taken during those pre-reality-television years, The Reagan Show looks at how Ronald Reagan redefined the look and feel of what it means to be the POTUS.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-04-22
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Nixon by Nixon: In His Own Words
Overview: From 1971 to 1973, Richard Nixon secretly recorded his private conversations in the White House. This film chronicles the content of those tapes, which include Nixon's conversations on the war in Vietnam, the Pentagon Papers leak, his Supreme Court appointments, and more--while also exposing shocking statements he made about women, people of color, Jews, and the media.
Genres: Documentary History
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-08-04
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Everything Is Copy
Overview: A candid portrait of writer/director Nora Ephron, directed by her son, journalist Jacob Bernstein.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2015-09-29
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Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic
Overview: Mike Epps, Richard Pryor Jr. and others recount the culture-defining influence of Richard Pryor - one of America's most brilliant, iconic comic minds.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-04-23
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An Open Secret
Overview: An investigation into accusations of teenagers being sexually abused within the film industry.
Genres: Documentary Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-11-14
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The Outrageous Sophie Tucker
Overview: The rags to riches story of Sophie Tucker, an iconic superstar who ruled the worlds of vaudeville, Broadway, radio, television, and Hollywood throughout the 20th century. Before Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Madonna, Bette Midler, Marilyn Monroe, and Mae West, Sophie Tucker was the first woman to infatuate her audiences with a bold, bawdy and brassy style unlike any other. Using all of "The Last of the Red Hot Mamas" 400-plus recently rediscovered personal scrapbooks, authors Susan and Lloyd Ecker take you on their seven-year journey retracing Tucker's sixty-year career in show business.`
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-05-02
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Fahrenheit 11/9
Overview: Michael Moore's provocative documentary explores the two most important questions of the Trump Era: How did we get here, and how do we get out.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-09-10
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Where's My Roy Cohn?
Overview: Roy Cohn personified the dark arts of American politics, turning empty vessels into dangerous demagogues - from Joseph McCarthy to his final project, Donald J. Trump. This thriller-like exposé connects the dots, revealing how a deeply troubled master manipulator shaped our current American nightmare.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-09-20
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Sesame Street | Put Down the Duckie: An All-Star Musical Special
Overview: The stars come out on Sesame Street in this fun-filled video featuring the show's most memorable moments. Sing-along in this star-studded celebration!
Genres: Family Music TV Movie Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1988-10-05
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Maria by Callas
Overview: Told through performances, TV interviews, home movies, family photographs, private letters and unpublished memoirs, the film reveals the essence of an extraordinary woman who rose from humble beginnings in New York City to become a glamorous international superstar and one of the greatest artists of all time.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-12-13
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Today: While You Were Away (1964-1973 Retrospective)
Overview: A 1964-1973 Retrospective for homecoming POWs.
Genres: Documentary TV Movie War
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1973-02-22
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My Secret Self
Overview: A 6-year-old boy begins living as a girl during kindergarten; a 10-year-old, born a boy, lives as a girl; a transgendered 16-year-old takes testosterone injections.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-04-27
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Gloria: In Her Own Words
Overview: Despite decades of opposition from the right, and recent personal setbacks, Gloria Steinem remains one of the most outspoken and visible symbols of the women’s movement today. This film blends interviews of Steinem in her Manhattan apartment, archival footage, photographs from throughout her life and clips from press interviews over the years.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-08-15
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The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story
Overview: The childhood, adolescence, and incredible adult years of Al Hirschfeld, celebrated creator of thousands of line drawings of famous people - many in the entertainment industry - over a span of more than sixty years. He is still drawing in his nineties. His interesting domestic life, political, and cultural views are highlights. In addition, he talks about himself a bit - seriously and lightly.(At one point he he claims that his only form of exercise has been to live in his Manhattan townhouse: stairs). He drives his car around Manhattan - an adventure in itself. Brief interviews with, and reminiscences of many friends and associates.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-09-27
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Live from Broadway: Hello, Dolly!
Overview: Documentary about the creation of the iconic Broadway show
Genres: Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1995-10-19
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The Accidental President
Overview: In 2016, almost anyone you asked, or any poll you consulted, pointed you to a Hillary Clinton landslide. The Accidental President is a balanced feature documentary that is seeking to answer one question - how the hell did Trump win?
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-10-27
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Sesame Street | All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever!
Overview: Sesame Street All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever! was a 1994 TV special that aired on ABC to celebrate Sesame Street's 25th anniversary. It was originally broadcast on May 18, 1994. The show featured Joe Pesci (as Ronald Grump), Corbin Bernsen (as real estate attorney, Arnie), Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman (as a Worm TV hosts), John Goodman (as Tough Guy Helpline operator), Charles Grodin (as Chaz), Julia Louis-Dreyfus (as reporter Kathie Lee Kathie), Rosie O'Donnell (as the Good Hope Fairy), Susan Sarandon (as Bitsy), Barbara Walters (reporting for 25/25), and Regis Philbin and Kathie Lee Gifford (as themselves).
Genres: Family TV Movie Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1994-05-18
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Sex, Drugs and Consequences
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Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-09-07
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Nice Girls Don't Stay for Breakfast
Overview: In the late 1990s, iconic photographer Bruce Weber barely managed to convince legendary actor Robert Mitchum (1917-97) to let himself be filmed simply hanging out with friends, telling anecdotes from his life and recording jazz standards.
Genres: Documentary History
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-02-27
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