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Movies like Video Journal II (From Grandma's House to Bar Mitzvah) (1972)

The best movies like Video Journal II (From Grandma's House to Bar Mitzvah) (1972) are Maria by Callas (2017), Val (2021) and As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty (2000). If Video Journal II (From Grandma's House to Bar Mitzvah) hooked you, these 20 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.

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  1. Maria by Callas (2017)

    Told through performances, TV interviews, home movies, family photographs, private letters and unpublished memoirs, the film reveals the essence of an extraordinary woman who rose from humble beginnings in New York City to become a glamorous international superstar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.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  2. Val (2021)

    For over 40 years Val Kilmer, one of Hollywood's most mercurial and/or misunderstood actors, has been documenting his own life and craft through film and video. He has amassed thousands of hours of footage, from 16mm home movies made with his brothers, to time spent in iconic roles for blockbuster movies like Top Gun, The Doors, Tombstone, and Batman Forever. This raw, wildly original and unflinching documentary reveals a life lived to extremes and a heart-filled, sometimes hilarious look at what it means to be an artist and a complex man.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  3. As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty (2000)

    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.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  4. I Am Heath Ledger (2017)

    The life and career of an actor, artist, and icon. His own journey through his own camera.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  5. Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio: Handcarved Cinema (2022)

    With mesmerizing footage and time lapses of animators at work, this behind-the-scenes special captures the artistry of a unique tale years in the making.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  6. Life in a Day (2011)

    A documentary shot by filmmakers all over the world that serves as a time capsule to show future generations what it was like to be alive on the 24th of July, 2010.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  7. EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert (2026)

    Long-lost footage from Elvis Presley's legendary Las Vegas residency in the 1970s woven together with rare 16mm footage from Elvis on Tour, and 8mm from the Graceland archive, plus recordings of Elvis telling "his side of the story" rediscovered during Baz Luhrmann's research for his 2022 film, Elvis.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  8. Pamela, a love story (2023)

    In her own words, through personal video and diaries, Pamela Anderson shares the story of her rise to fame, rocky romances and infamous sex tape scandal.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  9. Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me (2023)

    From the heights of her modeling fame to her tragic death, this documentary reveals Anna Nicole Smith through the eyes of the people closest to her.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  10. Moonage Daydream (2022)

    A cinematic odyssey featuring never-before-seen footage exploring David Bowie's creative and musical journey.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  11. Being James Bond (2021)

    Daniel Craig candidly reflects on his 15 year adventure as James Bond. Including never-before-seen archival footage from Casino Royale to the upcoming 25th film No Time To Die, Craig shares his personal memories in conversation with 007 producers, Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  12. Being Eddie (2025)

    From teen comedian to Hollywood legend, Eddie Murphy revisits his extraordinary showbiz ride with raw honesty and humor.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  13. Love, Antosha (2019)

    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.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  14. Listen to Me Marlon (2015)

    With exclusive access to his extraordinary unseen and unheard personal archive including hundreds of hours of audio recorded over the course of his life, this is the definitive Marlon Brando cinema documentary. Charting his exceptional career as an actor and his extraordinary life away from the stage and screen with Brando himself as your guide, the film will fully explore the complexities of the man by telling the story uniquely from Marlon's perspective, entirely in his own voice. No talking heads, no interviewees, just Brando on Brando and life.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  15. John Candy: I Like Me (2025)

    Those who knew iconic funnyman John Candy best share his story, in their own words, through never-before-seen archival footage, imagery, and interviews.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  16. The Mystery of Marilyn Monroe: The Unheard Tapes (2022)

    This documentary explores the mystery surrounding the death of movie icon Marilyn Monroe through previously unheard interviews with her inner circle.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  17. Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D) (2026)

    Captured during Billie Eilish's sold-out world tour, a concert experience from one of the most celebrated and successful artists of her generation, presented in immersive 3D.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  18. Spielberg (2017)

    A documentary on the life and career of one of the most influential film directors of all time, Steven Spielberg.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  19. Girl Model (2011)

    A documentary on the modeling industry's 'supply chain' between Siberia, Japan, and the U.S., told through the experiences of the scouts, agencies, and a 13-year-old model.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  20. Katy Perry: Part of Me (2012)

    Giving fans unprecedented access to the real life of the music sensation, Katy Perry: Part of Me exposes the hard work, dedication and phenomenal talent of a girl who remained true to herself and her vision in order to achieve her dreams. Featuring rare behind-the-scenes interviews, personal moments between Katy and her friends, and all-access footage of rehearsals, choreography, Katy’s signature style and more, Katy Perry: Part of Me reveals the singer’s unwavering belief that if you can be yourself, then you can be anything.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best movies like Video Journal II (From Grandma's House to Bar Mitzvah)?

The closest matches to Video Journal II (From Grandma's House to Bar Mitzvah) are Maria by Callas (2017), Val (2021) and As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty (2000). Below are 17 more, each with the reason it matches.

What should I watch after Video Journal II (From Grandma's House to Bar Mitzvah)?

Start with Maria by Callas (2017), the closest match to Video Journal II (From Grandma's House to Bar Mitzvah).

What is the highest-rated movie like Video Journal II (From Grandma's House to Bar Mitzvah)?

Spielberg (2017), rated 7.5/10 by 317 TMDB users.

What is the newest movie like Video Journal II (From Grandma's House to Bar Mitzvah)?

Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D) (2026) is the most recent release on this list.

Are there English movies like Video Journal II (From Grandma's House to Bar Mitzvah)?

Yes: Maria by Callas (2017), Val (2021) and As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty (2000).

How are movies similar to Video Journal II (From Grandma's House to Bar Mitzvah) chosen?

First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Video Journal II (From Grandma's House to Bar Mitzvah), then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.

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