Sometimes the truth is stranger than fiction. And sometimes it’s more fascinating, too. While we often seek out scripted movies to escape, documentaries serve as our way of learning the truth about a specific moment, movement, or person — something so richly worth telling that a dramatized depiction wouldn’t do it justice. While documentaries never reach the same level as blockbusters, they can be just as important and profound.

Over the last 10 years, the world of documentaries has taken audiences to daring and risky places, as they told stories some have never dared to tell. From individuals who fought for freedom and rights to those who helped shape who we are today, the topics on this list are wide-ranging and unique. What they have in common is that they are great. If you’re not a documentary person, these 10 films might change that.

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‘Faces Places’ (2017)

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Sometimes it’s just a human connection through art that is the most profound. The French film Faces Places follows legendary French New Wave filmmaker Agnès Varda and renowned street artist/photographer JR as they journey through the French countryside in a van equipped with a portable photo booth. Along the way, colossal black-and-white portraits of everyday people are plastered on the sides of barns, houses, and water towers. While honoring the forgotten, the film’s core theme is the intergenerational bond between a young, camera-obsessed JR and the aging, visually impaired cinematic icon Varda.

Faces Places is a memory film that is nothing short of charming. The duo is on a mission to celebrate the ordinary, but in the process, it’s their bond that becomes the allure. While their heroic acts turn the mundane into something extraordinary, Varda and JR push one another creatively and emotionally. Faces Places serves as a touching meditation on aging and memory, grounded in hope and joy. The profound beauty of humanity is alive and well in Faces Places. This documentary proves there is still good in this world.

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‘Summer of Soul’ (2021)

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Perhaps one of the more recognizable titles on this list is Summer of Soul. A documentary that’s more than a celebration of music, Summer of Soul is an unprecedented exploration of the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival. Directed by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, the electrifying film restores archival footage of the six-week festival to celebrate Black joy, culture, and the healing power of music. Rescuing legendary performances by artists like Stevie Wonder, Nina Simone, and Sly and the Family Stone, Summer of Soul gave audiences a chance to witness a significant cultural event.

Rather than depict the dark times of the decade, Summer of Soul opts for a genuine celebration of pride and community. It serves as a reminder that there were significant moments beyond the moon landing and Woodstock in 1969. With a DJ and music producer at the helm, it infuses its storytelling with a toe-tapping rhythm and cadence that match the film’s tight pacing. With contemporary interviews from both festival attendees and the artists themselves, Summer of Soul puts the moment in the context of the broader Civil Rights movement and the era’s shifting cultural attitudes. A masterpiece for its technical achievements and historical storytelling, Summer of Soul deserved the Oscar.

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‘Collective’ (2019)

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Perhaps one of the most devastating documentaries about a harrowing event, Collective, directed, written, produced, shot, and edited by Alexander Nanau, follows the aftermath of a 2015 Bucharest nightclub fire that killed 64 people. Nanau’s film exposes systemic corruption within the Romanian healthcare system, detailing how diluted hospital disinfectants led to the deaths of burn victims who otherwise would have survived. Through parallel tracks — investigative journalists at the Gazeta Sporturilor newspaper and whistleblower, Vlad Voiculescu, the newly appointed, reform-minded Health Minister — the film serves as a real-life, gripping look at the importance of a free press, the dangers of political greed, and how everyday citizens suffer when governments prioritize profit over human lives.

A heavily acclaimed near-perfect film, Collective transcends standard true-crime or tragedy coverage, instead delivering a blistering examination of institutional corruption and the mechanics of democracy. Through a strict fly-on-the-wall approach with no manipulative musical score or talking-head interviews, Collective puts the power in the viewer’s hands. In turn, it creates a powerful display of how journalists, medical informants, and the surviving victims who refused to stay silent activated a social change.

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‘My Octopus Teacher’ (2020)

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Don’t let the title fool you — My Octopus Teacher is a delightful documentary. Directed by Pippa Ehrlich and James Reed, My Octopus Teacher chronicles filmmaker Craig Foster as he begins daily freediving in a South African kelp forest, experiencing burnout and depression. In the process, Foster fosters a profound, year-long friendship with a wild octopus, which teaches him about the fragility of life and our connection to nature. The film is meant to challenge our traditional boundaries between humans and wild animals while also depicting the harsh realities of ocean life.

If My Octopus Teacher didn’t give you a desire to dive deep into the conservation conversation, nothing will. A profound human journey through the octopus’s world, the documentary is not only emotionally remarkable but cinematically brilliant. The underwater film work is sensational. My Octopus Teacher’s greatest gift is the philosophical lessons that Foster finds. The film is a visual meditation on life, death, and nature’s resilience. It’s a story of personal healing, but also a reminder that nature holds life-altering lessons for humanity.

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‘Won’t You Be My Neighbor?’ (2018)

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Many of us grew up with the iconic children’s television program Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, but nary did we think about the man behind the hero: Fred Rogers. In Won’t You Be My Neighbor?, director Morgan Neville brings viewers on a journey through the life, philosophy, and legacy of the beloved creator. An ultimate call for compassion, Won’t You Be My Neighbor? touches on the man behind the sweater who spent his life tackling the world’s toughest topics through his radical, unwavering message that every child is special and worthy of love exactly as they are. Won’t You Be My Neighbor? blends archival footage and interviews with family, friends, and colleagues, serving as an emotional journey through nostalgia that makes Rogers an even more beloved icon.

Perhaps the most profound discovery the documentary highlights is that there was more to the soft-spoken television personality: Rogers was an ordained Presbyterian minister who possessed deep creativity, immense empathy, and occasional moments of self-doubt. Everything you believed about him was genuine, and yet, he was even bigger than we could imagine. Won’t You Be My Neighbor? is an emotionally resonant masterpiece that serves as a rainbow after the storm of our current society.

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‘Navalny’ (2022)

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You most certainly have heard of Alexei Navalny; now his story is brought to life in an extraordinary way. Met with critical acclaim, Navalny, directed by Daniel Roher, chronicles the life, near-fatal assassination attempt, and investigation surrounding the late Russian opposition leader. Winning the Academy Award, Navalny is a gripping, tense real-life political thriller that puts viewers in the midst of the battle between Navalny and his fierce opposition to Vladimir Putin and the Kremlin. A genuine hero’s journey, Navalny provides striking scenes of spy work, a fight for democratic reform, and the grave decision to fly home to take a stand.

Because of the subject’s notoriety, Navalny had an automatic draw for the film. Fortunately, the exceptional execution made the film bigger than anyone could have imagined. Watching him in action is remarkable, but knowing his untimely fate, the heartbreaking climax remains a profound symbol of resilience. It’s inevitable that someone will try to dramatize Navalny’s story for a Hollywood blockbuster, but the fact of the matter is, Roher’s is already as perfect as it’s going to get. Navalny is equally enthralling as it is terrifying.

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‘All the Beauty and the Bloodshed’ (2022)

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If you were a fan of the hit Hulu miniseries Dopesick, you’ll most certainly be enamored with Nan Goldin’s remarkable story in the documentary All the Beauty and the Bloodshed, as it puts a face to a fighter. The Oscar-nominated film directed by Laura Poitras chronicles the life of the renowned photographer. Across two timelines, the film is structured into distinct chapters: weaving her personal journey through trauma, addiction, and New York’s underground art scene, and her relentless activist campaign to hold the billionaire Sackler family accountable for the opioid crisis. Together, All the Beauty and the Bloodshed encapsulates Goldin’s belief in the intersection of art and political struggle.

From her present leading the fierce activist group called P.A.I.N. (Prescription Addiction Intervention Now) to her past rebelling and immersing herself in the LGBTQ+, drag, and bohemian communities while fighting against the AIDS epidemic, Poitras brings both times together. The film’s thematic parallel acts as a brilliant argument about how personal trauma and a fervent call to action can be channeled into systemic change. An intensely intimate and private use of storytelling, All the Beauty and the Bloodshed is filled with gravitas and inspiration. The power of the documentary is how it pushed impassioned viewers into taking a stand for themselves.

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‘Cameraperson’ (2016)

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Sometimes the best subject for a documentary is yourself. Called an autobiographical collage documentary, Cameraperson strips away the traditional narrative to weave together outtakes from Kirsten Johnson’s 25-year career shooting major documentaries, intercutting them with intimate personal footage and exploring the ethical responsibilities of filmmaking and how the camera shapes our memory. More than just a film for film people, Cameraperson goes from epic locales, including postwar Bosnia, Nigeria, and Yemen, to quiet moments with her two young twins, her father, and poignant footage of her mother as she succumbs to Alzheimer’s disease. A simply splendid film, Cameraperson is a love letter to herself.

Cameraperson provides a new perspective on filmmaking. In the process, Johnson questions the emotional and psychological toll placed on the cameraperson who documents the trauma and suffering of others. From there, the ethics of the person behind the lens and the subject are explored as Johnson shares the morality of what’s allowed to be shown. Cameraperson serves as a visual diary of Johnson’s life and career — one she can share with the world. It’s a highlight reel, if you will, but more importantly, Cameraperson is a memory film.

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‘Flee’ (2021)

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An animated documentary? How can that be? Watch Flee, and you’ll understand. In this international collaboration, Flee tells the true story of “Amin Nawabi,” an Afghan refugee who reveals his traumatic journey to Denmark to his close friend, director Jonas Poher Rasmussen. The film chronicles Amin, who confronts a 20-year secret — that his family was separated while fleeing — to finally build a future with his partner, creating a powerful look at trauma, memory, and the true meaning of “home.” By using animation to protect the subject’s identity while visually recreating his memories, Flee pairs this unique form of art with archival footage to craft a deeply personal account. Flee is a powerful film that bravely explores the multifaceted identity of a refugee, navigating displacement, the loss of a home country, and coming of age as a gay man in Europe.

Through this standout technique, Flee‘s innovative approach invites the audience into Amin’s memory in a way that sparks something universal. It gives Amin an identity beyond “refugee,” painting a grand portrait of a brave man navigating identity. His harrowing, suppressed accounts are captured through this filmmaking technique, which captures the emotional essence of the traumatic events. The film is grounded and rooted in vulnerability. If you were curious as to just how historic Flee is, it marked the first time a film was nominated for Best Documentary, Best Animated Feature, and Best International Feature Film at the Oscars. That’s the mark of something uniquely special.

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’13th’ (2016)

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Perhaps one of the most harrowing and fascinating films, and one that also helped shape Netflix as a streamer, is 13th. Directed by Ava DuVernay, the award-winning documentary examines the history of racial inequality in the United States, arguing that the nation’s prison system is a modern extension of slavery. The title refers to the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery but contains a loophole allowing forced labor as a punishment for a crime. Highlighting alarming statistics and tracing how different administrations, from Nixon, Reagan, and Clinton, shaped mass incarceration, 13th invites viewers in as activists, politicians, historians, and formerly incarcerated individuals educate on the amendment’s history in the face of the modern Black Lives Matter movement.

Through DuVernay’s masterful storytelling, 13th traces the history of racial inequality in the United States, where no one is off the hook. Accountability comes to all sides of the political aisle. Through sobering historical footage and gut-wrenching personal accounts, 13th’s complex academic theory is proven in an accessible and emotional manner. The diverse composition of experts, scholars, and victims gives viewers a necessary multi-faceted view of the crisis without becoming overtly overwhelming. 13th is a documentary that still resonates 10 years later. Perhaps it’s time to revisit it, as much has occurred over this past decade.

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Social media users are weighing in after influencer Jaliyah shared a series of alarming allegations against Funny Mike on Instagram. In multiple posts uploaded to her Instagram Story, Jaliyah accused the content creator of physically assaulting her and claimed he has two children on the way with other women.

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Jaliyah Accuses Funny Mike Of Assault And Claims He Has Two Children On The Way

On Friday night, May 29, Jaliyah, who shares three children with influencer FunnyMike, posted several messages in her Instagram Story accusing him. In one post, she wrote: “YALLLL! Why @funnymike got 2 kids OTW 😂😂😂😂😂”

In another Story post, Jaliyah alleged that Funny Mike physically assaulted her in front of their children, “and beat tf out me in my front yard in front of kids lol n**** [can’t] take what they dish out sht crazy,” she wrote.

Jaliyah later doubled down on her claims, adding: “got kids on the way and keep going through my d** phone leave me and my n***** alone 😂😂😂😂”

Funny Mike Responds To Jaliyah’s Posts

As the posts circulated online, social media users noticed that Funny Mike appeared to respond to some of Jaliyah’s allegations through Instagram. In response to Jaliyah’s claims, FunnyMike wrote, “LMFAOOOOOOO STOP LYING.”

He also reacted to another post referencing Jaliyah’s allegation that he had been going through her phone, responding with a shocked-face emoji. As of Saturday, neither Jaliyah nor FunnyMike had publicly provided additional details regarding the allegations.

Social Media Weighs In

The allegations quickly sparked discussion across social media, with many users sharing mixed reactions to the situation.

Instagram user @airdnaxela704 wrote, “Y’all sure she wasn’t hacked?”

Another Instagram user @1luhh.amori wrote, “My Funny Mike ain’t do that.” While Instagram user @neighb_ wrote, “This is sad to hear. She gave him 3 kids 😕😔”

Instagram user @itzzlaurennicole wrote, “I’m sorry but I don’t be feeling bad no more when stuff like this happen, she gone be right back with him, so she must like it”

Another Instagram user @therealbreyona wrote, “Y’all talk out she gonn take him back… Nawl ion think yall understand cheating is one thing but you gonna make some babies ??? She’s done lol”

While Instagram user @marithemessenger wrote, “it’s a lot of things Jaliyah play about, but once she mentions that THEM KIDS involved… you know this sh** ain’t no prank.”

Instagram user @desdiaso wrote, “I believe her sorry Mike”

Another Instagram user @__siire___ wrote, “They’ll be back on good terms this time next week 😭😭”

While Instagram user @t4n_rn wrote, “I’m not liking the way everyone decides not to believe a woman speaking out bc of their love for a man.. I’m not sure who’s lying but to automatically take someone’s side when referring to abuse and infidelity is f***** crazy”

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Trace Cyrus is calling out his sister, Brandi Cyrus, and accusing her of pulling the wool over his eyes. In his fiery social media post, Trace slammed Brandi for allegedly renting him a “mold-infested” home and refusing to return his money. In his post, Trace said he’s been weighed down by the latest family drama and promised to set firmer boundaries with those closest to him moving forward.

“Alright, story time guys. I’ve tried to be really f-cking nice,” Trace began in one of his IG videos. “So, I was renting this house from my lovely sister Brandi — happy belated birthday — a mold infested f-cking home. This is just one of the many problems since I moved into this house.”

He didn’t stop there. Trace went further, claiming that he “just got clean water f-cking recently” before claiming he’s been “sleeping on a f-cking air mattress downstairs.”

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“The reason I can’t put out my f–king album or music this summer like I was planning? I gotta f–king move again. Brandi doesn’t want to refund me my money,” he continued.

Trace Cyrus Hints That He’s Been Used And Abused By Members Of His Family

Trace had even more to say in his video, hinting that he’s been harmed by members of his family for quite some time.

“Wow. How many members of my family are just gonna go completely bats–t crazy and be pieces of s–t? It just never ceases to amaze me, the way that I’m treated by my own family is absolutely f–king disgusting. F–k you!” he said in the clip.

For those who may be unfamiliar, Trace and Brandi were adopted by country superstar Billy Ray Cyrus and are the biological children of their mother, Tish Cyrus, who is his ex-wife.

Trace’s siblings are Miley Cyrus, Braison Cyrus, and Noah Cyrus, as well as Christopher Cyrus—Billy’s son from a previous relationship.

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Trace Cyrus Returned To Instagram With Another Video, Revealing He Was Setting Firmer Boundaries

Trace returned to Instagram with another video about his sister, Brandi, urging the 39-year-old to speak with him directly about their issues.

“Brandi, don’t hit up anyone else to f-cking do your talking for you,” he said. “If you wanna talk, call my f–king phone. But I’m not playing nice anymore.”

Continuing, Trace said he didn’t care how his statements might make other people feel. “I don’t give a f–k who the f–k you are, family, friends, it doesn’t f–king matter. No one’s f–king me over anymore. Do the f–king right thing or this is about to get real entertaining. Just f–king wait, I promise,” he said.

In a separate clip, Trace said, “OK guys, I’ve chilled out a little bit. I got in the sauna, I meditated, I had to atroproject to the spiritual realm to make sure my mammy up in heaven was looking down in complete disgust at Brandi’s actions — she’s tuned in, she’s well aware, so that marks me happy.”

Trace Called Out His Father, Billy, With An Emotional Post In January 2025

This isn’t the first time that the Cyrus family has been in the headlines regarding family drama.

In January 2025, Trace blasted his father with a lengthy Instagram post, calling him out over his complicated divorce from his mom, Tish, and his highly-publicized relationship with Firerose.

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“Since my earliest memories all I can remember is being obsessed with you and thinking you were the coolest person ever,” he wrote, according to The Blast. “I wanted to be just like you. The day you adopted me was the happiest day of my life. Sadly the man that I wanted so desperately to be just like I barely recognize now. It seems this world has beaten you down and it’s become obvious to everyone but you.”

Miley Shut Down Rumors That She Was Feuding With Her Mother

Months later, Miley jumped into the chat to shut down the rumors swirling that she was feuding with her mother, Tish, over her reconciliation with her father.

“I rarely comment on rumors, but my mama and I are too tight for anything to ever come between us,” she said. “She’s my best friend. Like a lot of moms, she doesn’t know how to work her phone and somehow unfollowed me-simple, coincidental, and uninteresting.”

Jennifer Lopez‘s 18-year-old child, Emme, has seemingly ditched their name for a new identity.

The discovery was made after a social media account that highlights college decisions made by graduating seniors at Windward School in Los Angeles addressed Emme by a brand new name and pronouns.

The shocking change comes almost a year after Jennifer Lopez and the teenager went viral for their striking resemblance in a photo.

Lopez is the mother to twin teenagers, Emme Maribel Muñiz and Maximilian David Muñiz, whom she shares with her ex-husband, Marc Anthony.

However, one of her kids stunned fans after it was quietly revealed that they had changed their identity.

Emme, who was once known as the singer’s daughter, now seemingly goes by “Oskar Muñiz,” as seen in a recent Instagram post from an account linked to their LA High School.

The account used a new name and he/him pronouns while talking about the college Emme will be attending after their graduation.

“Oskar to Sarah Lawrence! No more impromptu NYC trips because he’ll be living there! Good thing it’s only a few hours away from Stagedoor. Go gryphons!! Congrats!!” the post read.

It also featured a childhood photo of Emme smiling and linked out to their private Instagram page, which seemed to have an image of Emme on the locked profile.

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Fans Were Surprised And Divided By The Name Change

Unsurprisingly, there was a mix of comments from people reacting to the discovery of Emme’s new identity.

“Oskar? I thought her name was Emme, and she’s a girl, not a boy!” one individual asked, while another said, “Wow, a little confused here? Must be a hard life.”

However, a lot of the comments were very positive and praised for their graduation milestone.

One person stated, “Congrats, Oskar! We love you,” while another wrote, “Congrats! Onward and upward!”

The graduation post was also liked by Jennifer Garner, who was previously married to Lopez’s ex-husband, Ben Affleck.

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Garner shares three kids with Affleck: Violet, Finn (Seraphina), and Samuel. All three kids reportedly grew close to Lopez’s children during the singer’s short marriage to their dad.

Jennifer Lopez Supported Emmer At Their Graduation, But Dad Marc Anthony Was A No-Show

The recent name change discovery came after Lopez made an appearance at Emme’s high school graduation, alongside her mother, Guadalupe Rodriguez, and former stepson, Samuel Affleck.

Emme’s twin brother, Max, was also at the ceremony. They were all seen smiling on the happy occasion, with Emme and Samuel, at one point, seen having a conversation, according to the photos obtained by Page Six.

Notably absent from the graduation event was Emme and Max’s father, Marc Anthony.

While it’s unclear why he was a no-show, the musician revealed back in January that he and his wife, Nadia Ferriera, were expecting their second child together, three years after welcoming a son.

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Jennifer Lopez Reveals She Hasn’t Stopped ‘Crying’ Over Her Kids Leaving Home For College

During a recent appearance on the “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” show, Lopez got candid about her kids leaving home and becoming an empty nester.

The actress admitted that she has been very emotional over the thought of her kids going to college, telling host Jimmy Kimmel, “Tomorrow one of them graduates [high school]” Lopez noted, before saying, “Don’t talk about it ’cause we start crying.”

After being asked if she would cry at the graduation, Lopez said, “I’ve been crying for two months.”

She then talked about being “fine” with Max and Emme attending different schools, noting she would rather be happy and go where they want to go, instead of forcing them to attend the same college.

“It’s fine. I want them to be happy, go where they want to go and do what they want to do,” the singer explained.

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Jennifer Lopez And Emme Went Viral For Their Resemblance

Before Emme’s recent name change, the teenager went viral after a photo of them and Lopez hit the internet, which highlighted their resemblance.

The image was taken during the singer’s time in the Hamptons during Lopez’s summer getaway after her split from Affleck.

It featured Lopez and Emme beaming with smiles in the back seat of a convertible, with the singer’s vocal coach, Stevie Mackey, in the front seat.

In the photo, Emme went for a casual look in a blue plaid shirt and khaki shorts, while Lopez looked effortlessly chic in a crisp white button-down.

At the time, the mother-child duo was flooded with sweet comments from fans commenting on how similar they looked, with some even branding Emme a “carbon copy” of Lopez.

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Finding a summer dress that’s polished without sacrificing comfort often feels impossible, but this year, Amazon shoppers have found a stylish solution. Many are already obsessing over Dokotoo’s Ruffle midi dress, which nails that effortlessly elevated look, combining breezy comfort with a silhouette that makes it seem far more expensive than its $40 price tag.

The lightweight midi dress has quickly become a warm-weather favorite thanks to its easy fit, flattering shape and seemingly infinite styling potential. Between the soft, feminine details, breathable fabric and throw-on-and-go feel, it’s the kind of piece that instantly makes getting dressed on the hottest days so much easier.

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The Dokotoo Ruffle midi dress stands out because of its eye-catching yet delicate touches and relaxed silhouette. The playful ruffles and midi length ensure it’s dressy enough for days when you want to look your best without feeling overdone. It also comes in a variety of colors and prints, including bold patterns and coastal stripes, so there’s an option for every occasion and wardrobe palette.

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If your summer wardrobe is missing that go-to easy piece that instantly makes you feel put-together, this shopper-loved midi will fill that void. Comfortable, flattering and easy to pack for your summer vacation, it’s not hard to see why so many people are calling this luxe-looking dress a warm-weather must-have.

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Roommates, the internet is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Deon Wiley III, a teen who lost his life in Saginaw, Michigan, just days before graduation. Videos circulating online show Deon at his prom send-off, and reports claim he was allegedly later killed at a prom party after clips of him flexing cash went viral.

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Mom Accepts Diploma For Late Son Following Fatal Shooting

Videos circulating on social media show Deon Wiley at his prom send-off holding a stack of cash. Throughout the clips, Deon poses beside his date in a gray suit while clutching the money. According to MLive, Deon’s death left Saginaw United High School heartbroken after reports revealed he was fatally shot outside of a convenience store following a prom party on Friday, May 22. The incident appears to be an open case as the latest reports indicate that no suspects have been taken into custody.

During the school’s graduation ceremony on Tuesday, May 26, Deon’s mother, Precious Sherman, walked across the stage and accepted his diploma in his honor. As members of the Class of 2026 crossed the stage to receive their diplomas, Saginaw United Principal Eric Gordon paused to give Deon his own moment. Footage shows Deon’s mom stepping onto the stage wearing the same gray cap and gown as Deon’s classmates.

“We celebrate because we started a journey 13 years ago when we started kindergarten. We mourn because our friend, our classmate, Deon Wiley, is not here to celebrate. Remember Deon in everything that he brought with him, as a friend, as an associate, as a classmate,” Principal Gordon said during the graduation ceremony.

@media2475 Deon Wiley, 17, who went viral for flexing a stack of cash on prom night, was unalived and killed in a parking lot at an after-prom party in Michigan.#blog #blogger #fyp #fytiktok #tiktokviravideo ♬ original sound – Media247

Attorney Ben Crump Speaks Out Following Deon’s Passing

After news of Deon’s passing spread across social media, Attorney Ben Crump spoke out on Instagram. He reposted a video of Deon and shared a GoFundMe campaign created to help cover his funeral expenses. Ben Crump also sent Deon’s loved ones condolences in his caption writing, “Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.” 

Social Media Reacts To Deon Wiley’s Tragic Passing

Social media users filled Ben Crump’s comment section with reactions to Deon’s passing. Plenty of folks sent love and condolences to his family, while others spoke out against the senseless violence and called for it to end.

Instagram user @heyhannahnatl wrote, “Poor kid, he really didn’t deserve any of this.” 

Instagram user @charl3_buck3t wrote, “So sad. Remember, keep your financial successes and failures to yourself. Envy can be dangerous.” 

While Instagram user @comicstevebrown wrote, “Just damn 💔💔 I really hate this.. We have got to stop all of this flashy stuff and handle our business.” 

Then Instagram user @themirfactor wrote, “We should keep the focus on trying to find those responsible for this young man’s death instead of criticizing him for having a feel good moment!!!” 

Another Instagram user @blackgeorgetown wrote, “Why can’t our children enjoy childhood?” 

Instagram user @ashher23 wrote, “I can’t imagine losing a child. May God grant his family peace.” 

Then another Instagram user @chef_jerome_brown wrote, “This is horrible. A senseless act of murder.” 

While another Instagram user @millies_18 wrote, “This world is so evil!! 😢🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽” 

Finally, Instagram user @bdy4days wrote, “There are jealous people in this world jealous of what you have. Shame you cant go get your own but have to harm someone to get it. Your soul is off.” 

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The upcoming wedding of Taylor Swift is bound to be the talk of the town for many reasons, with her star-studded guest list being one of them.

The singer and her NFL star fiancé, Travis Kelce, will reportedly tie the knot in early July in New York City, surrounded by famous faces, like pop star Selena Gomez.

However, one particular person is said to have been snubbed of an invite to Taylor Swift’s wedding after their friendship fell apart due to “trust” issues.

Karlie Kloss is said to have been snubbed from Swift’s upcoming wedding to Kelce. The model and singer were once thick as thieves, making music video appearances and attending events together.

By 2017, things seemed to have cooled between them, and in 2019, it became apparent that the former friends were no longer close as Swift missed Kloss’ wedding to Joshua Kushner.

Now, sources claim Swift intentionally ended their friendship over a broken trust due to the people the model associated with.

“Taylor has meticulously gone through her wedding guest list because the people she wants at her wedding are the people she hopes will remain in her life forever,” the source told the Daily Mail, noting that the pop star “wants to be surrounded by those who can genuinely share the love and meaning of the day, especially the people who have played important roles in her life for years.”

“Over time, some of her friendships have become strained for various reasons,” they continued. “Obviously, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds will not be attending, and neither will Karlie Kloss. When it comes to Karlie, Taylor ultimately felt that the trust in the friendship had been broken.”

The Pop Star Allegedly Felt Karlie Kloss’ Intentions Were Not ‘Genuine’

Speaking more on the matter, the source claimed Swift realized over time that Kloss did not have very genuine intentions, and that the model allegedly only cared about her proximity to the singer’s fame.

“She came to believe that Karlie’s intentions were not as genuine as she once thought, and that the friendship became more about proximity to Taylor’s fame than a real bond,” the source said.

“Because of that, Taylor chose to distance herself, feeling that maintaining a friendship with someone she believed was using her no longer served her in any positive way,” they continued. “Could that ever change? Probably not.”

The insider further noted that Swift tends to give people a chance to show their real selves, and for her, everything Kloss has done in the past years has “only reinforced the decision to keep her distance rather than attempt to reconcile.”

Taylor Swift Had A Major Issue With Karlie Kloss’ Association With Scooter Braun

During Kloss’ 2019 wedding to Kushner, the couple’s second after an intimate ceremony in 2018, one major name that stood out on her guest list was her then-manager, Scooter Braun.

Swift was not in attendance, reportedly due to “work commitments.” However, there was probably more to it than met the eye, as around that period, Braun had purchased Swift’s original label, Big Machine Label Group, for $330 million.

Regarding this, the Daily Mail source noted that Kloss’ proximity to Braun became “a major issue for Taylor,” adding that in the singer’s eyes, “anyone closely aligned with Scooter is someone she simply cannot fully trust.”

“She feels very strongly about who Scooter is as a person based on her own experiences with him, and because of that, she views the loyalty others show toward him as extremely revealing,” the source continued. “To Taylor, if someone is willing to stand by Scooter at any point despite everything that has happened, it says a lot about their character and where their loyalties truly lie.”

Karlie Kloss And Taylor Swift Are ‘Still Acquaintances’

Another source who spoke with the media outlet slightly disagreed with the notion that Swift and Kloss had an issue due to her proximity to Braun.

Instead, they claimed that the model’s “political affiliation with the Kushner name did play a role in their friendship fallout.”

Kloss’ husband’s brother, Jared Kushner, is married to Ivanka Trump, the daughter of US President Donald Trump. Jared also currently serves as Special Peace Envoy for the Trump administration, and Swift is known to have had a public feud with Trump, especially ahead of the 2024 presidential elections.

While it’s unclear how much their friendship has deteriorated over politics, the insider stated that Swift and Kloss are “still acquaintances,” with the supermodel making an appearance at her Eras Tour concert in Inglewood, California, back in 2023.

Kloss also liked the singer’s post about her engagement to Kelce in August 2025, hinting that all is not lost between the former pals.

About Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce’s Upcoming Wedding

While Kloss might not make an appearance at Swift and Kelce’s upcoming wedding, her guest list will feature famous faces, whom the singer is said to be calling personally to invite them to her nuptials.

According to TMZ, Swift has taken the more direct approach of dialing up her guests, instead of sending out “save the dates,” in an attempt to keep information from leaking ahead of her big day.

While it has yet to be confirmed by the couple, top media outlets claim they will tie the knot in New York City on July 3, with a precise location still undisclosed.

Superheroes have completely taken over the film and television spaces. While superhero movies may make the most money and be arguably a lot more popular, many would argue that it is on television where they really get the chance to shine. On the silver screen, audiences get to spend numerous hours with the protagonists, rather than just two and a half or three at the max.

Spending this much time with a character can help a viewer grow closer to them and become more invested in them and their story. The best way to do this in an effective manner, though, is to develop a series that is amazing—gripping, thrilling, and emotionally compelling—from the first episode, to the last. There are a lot of great superhero shows out there, but there are only a few that can really be considered amazing from top to bottom.

‘Teen Titans’ (2003–2006)

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If an American-made series can take inspiration from anime and make it work, it could work very well in its favor, which is exactly what can be said about the legendary Teen Titans. Taking heavy inspiration from anime allowed creators Glen Murakami, David Slack, and Sam Register to perfect their tone-balancing, and make space for serious, mature moments, while keeping the show primarily lighthearted.

Tone balancing is really difficult, and Teen Titans is proof that, if done right, it can make every episode of a series amazing. Most of the time, it has audiences grinning and laughing as the team jokes around and kicks some serious butt, but it gets them emotionally invested when it tackles serious topics like racism, PTSD, and more. Teen Titans is a surefire masterclass in tone-blending.

‘Danny Phantom’ (2004–2007)

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Young Danny Fenton (David Kaufman) was just 14 when his parents built a very strange machine— you know how it goes. The story of this young man having the power to “go ghost” is incredibly unique, which already gives Danny Phantom an edge against a lot of superheroes on TV. Unique powers and premise is one way to get audiences hooked immediately, but what’s most important, though, is making sure they stick around.

Thankfully for creator Butch Hartman, Danny Phantom does a great job at this, as well, as it is enjoyable from start to finish. This is primarily thanks to the fun nature of the show, and its slow escalation into more serialized storytelling. It starts episodic, which is fun and helps get people invested in the series, so that when storytelling moves on from episodic to serialized, viewers are already engaged in Danny, and most viewers will have decided that they’re in for the long haul with this one.

‘The Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes’ (2010–2012)

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Before the major Disney era of Marvel television shows, they had a golden age, which consisted of shows like The Spectacular Spider-Man and the ever-iconic The Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes. While both of these series were considered amazing as they were, it was The Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes that would go on to still be considered to this very day as one of the best adaptations of the overall Marvel Comics universe as a whole.

The Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes does a phenomenal job balancing a large cast, giving everyone their time to shine, while still primarily keeping the overarching plot focused on the original team of Avengers that audiences grew attached to. Almost every major Marvel hero gets at least one episode featured in this show, and it allows the world to feel grand and lived in. On top of this, the large cast of characters opened up a plethora of storytelling opportunities for the show, which made for stories that were unique to this show specifically, and would and will most likely never be seen in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

‘Superman & Lois’ (2021–2024)

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Superman & Lois is a very special show, in that it takes a character like Superman (Tyler Hoechlin)—whom people have said is hard to relate to because of how ever-powerful he is—and brings him even more down to Earth than he could have been before by making him a father and husband back in Smallville. Doing this brought a certain relatability and earnestness to the character that is a step above other iterations, leading to a phenomenal series.

Not only does every cast member on this series do a spectacular job bringing their roles to life, but it manages to cover some heartfelt topics, too. It’s things like this that make Superman & Lois worth every single episode, and amazing from its first to its last. Some even consider this to be the best adaptation of Superman in modern cinema, and they’d have every reason to. It’s an incredibly honest, true, genuine, and heartfelt iteration of the character that never stops being so.

‘Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ (2018–2020)

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There have been countless adaptations of the heroes in a half shell over the decades, but none quite as unique as the likes of Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Giving the Ninja Turtles cool powers, an incredibly fun story, and a super stylistic animation, well, style, to boot, this series finds itself being extremely enjoyable the entire way through.

On top of all that, though, what people really remember this series for is the quality of said animation. The fight sequences in this show are absolutely stupendous. While Nickelodeon Animation Studio worked on the pre-production of the animation, it’s Flying Bark Productions, an animation studio in Australia, who is to thank for this production quality. All of this combined makes this high-flying, ridiculously fun show something that people can enjoy from minute one to the final second.

‘Harley Quinn’ (2019–Present)

Superhero shows don’t have to just be action and high-stakes— no, Harley Quinn proves that people can shake up the genre, have fun, and make a great project while doing so. This series, starring Kaley Cuoco, Lake Bell, Alan Tudyk, and many more talented folks, is abundantly hilarious in every which way.

Everyone loves a show that can just have a good time being goofy, raunchy, and not take itself too seriously (most of the time), and those things describe the one and only Harley Quinn to a tee. Being a total spoof of the DC Comics universe, this show is a hoot and holler in every single episode, making it a joy to watch for each one. It continues to do so as it prepares for a sixth season—pending the official greenlight (hurry up on that DC and Warner Bros.)

‘Ben 10’ (2005–2008)

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Someone would be pretty much living under a rock if they hadn’t heard of Ben 10 by now. Being one of the biggest non-Marvel or DC Comics superhero properties on the planet, Ben 10 is a franchise that is known by pretty much everyone. Much like Danny Phantom, the powers of the protagonist, Ben Tennyson (Tara Strong), are super special and cannot be seen pretty much anywhere else. This makes for stories that truly cannot be found outside this wonderful show.

Ben 10 isn’t just a cool concept on the surface-level, though, as the show genuinely tells some very well-told stories, which can be credited to the fact that the franchise was created by Man of Action, a group of comic book creators who know what it takes to make a good superhero show. Ben Tennyson is a flawed kid, which makes him so interesting, compelling, and, honestly, realistic. What makes Ben and his stories really special, though, is he didn’t suffer through any kind of trauma that makes him a hero or an immediate event that forces him to be one. Ben is a hero because he chooses to be a hero all on his own. It’s these traits that make Ben and his stories so awesome to watch… on top of his cool powers.

‘Batman: The Animated Series’ (1992–1995)

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Batman: The Animated Series is commonly known as one of the most popular and beloved superhero shows of all time, to this very day—a whopping 34 years later. Whether it’s because it stars the fan-favorite duo Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill or because of the genuinely thought-provoking stories it tells, Batman: The Animated Series has something for everyone.

As stated, Batman: The Animated Series tells some genuinely amazing stories—some would argue they’re some of the best Batman stories out there—and that has helped so many of its episodes go down in history as some of the most memorable in superhero television. This show doesn’t pull its punches when it comes to storytelling, and that’s what makes it so special at the end of the day… but the animation and voice acting are nice bonuses.

‘The Spectacular Spider-Man’ (2008–2009)

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Yes, yes, of course The Spectacular Spider-Man is here, because why wouldn’t it be? This show is consistently called one of the best adaptations of Marvel’s web-slinging Wall-Crawler, and for good reason. The flowing animation, great character work, excellent storytelling, and the prowess behind the voice work all make The Spectacular Spider-Man something truly unforgettable, so much to the point that the hashtag, “#savethespectacularspiderman” has been prominent online since it was cancelled.

The Spectacular Spider-Man has some of the best adaptations of the most iconic Spider-Man stories from the comics. In this series, the characterization of Peter Parker (Josh Keaton) and his co-stars (and villains) are the true heart of the show, and that’s what makes this project so special: the heart and soul behind it.

‘Daredevil’ (2015–2018)

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It’s not often that a superhero show is so good that people will consider it genuine art on a widespread level. This is—if one looks on the superhero corner of the internet for even a second—most certainly the case with Netflix and Marvel Studios’ Daredevil. This show has a certain X Factor to it that feels like lightning in a bottle.

Daredevil, even at its lowest (second half of Season 2), is entertaining, engrossing, masterfully told, and perfectly directed the entire way through the three season series. Not to forget, Charlie Cox gives one of the best performances in superhero television, and never stops throughout the whole project. Daredevil is something unlike any other and is genuinely masterful.

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Daredevil

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Release Date

2015 – 2018-00-00

Showrunner

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Steven S. DeKnight

Directors

Phil Abraham, Stephen Surjik, Peter Hoar

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Writers

Drew Goddard

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