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Movies like Tajemnice Jana Pawła II

The best movies like Tajemnice Jana Pawła II are Mea Maxima Culpa: Silence in the House of God (2012), Capturing the Friedmans (2003) and Pope Francis: A Man of His Word (2018). If Tajemnice Jana Pawła II hooked you with its documentary, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.

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  1. Mea Maxima Culpa: Silence in the House of God (2012)

    Alex Gibney explores the charged issue of pedophilia in the Catholic Church, following a trail from the first known protest against clerical sexual abuse in the United States and all way to the Vatican.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  2. Capturing the Friedmans (2003)

    An Oscar nominated documentary about a middle-class American family who is torn apart when the father Arnold and son Jesse are accused of sexually abusing numerous children. Director Jarecki interviews people from different sides of this tragic story and raises the question of whether they were rightfully tried when they claim they were innocent and there was never any evidence against them.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  3. Pope Francis: A Man of His Word (2018)

    Pope Francis responds to questions from around the world, discussing topics including ecology, immigration, consumerism and social justice.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  4. Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20 (2022)

    An inside look at one of the most anticipated movie sequels ever with James Cameron and cast.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  5. Orgasm Inc: The Story of OneTaste (2022)

    A sexual wellness company gains fame and followers, then members come forward with shocking allegations.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  6. McQueen (2018)

    Alexander McQueen's rags-to-riches story is a modern-day fairy tale, laced with the gothic. Mirroring the savage beauty, boldness and vivacity of his design, this documentary is an intimate revelation of McQueen's own world, both tortured and inspired, which celebrates a radical and mesmerizing genius of profound influence.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  7. Deliver Us from Evil (2006)

    Documentary filmmaker Amy Berg investigates the life of 30-year pedophile Father Oliver O'Grady and exposes the corruption inside the Catholic Church that allowed him to abuse countless children. Victims' stories and a disturbing interview with O'Grady offer a view into the troubled mind of the spiritual leader who moved from parish to parish gaining trust ... all the while betraying so many.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  8. Joker: Put on a Happy Face (2020)

    Featuring interviews with filmmakers and industry legends, discover the origins and evolution of The Joker, and learn why The Clown Prince of Crime is universally hailed as the greatest comic-book supervillain of all time.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  9. 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 · both documentary

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  10. Downloaded (2013)

    A documentary that explores the downloading revolution; the kids that created it, the bands and the businesses that were affected by it, and its impact on the world at large.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  11. Come See Me in the Good Light (2025)

    In an intimate and joyful story of love in the face of loss, celebrated poets Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley find strength—and unexpected hilarity—in what might be their final year together.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  12. Unknown Number: The High School Catfish (2025)

    Vulgar, taunting texts blow up the phones of a teen and her boyfriend. Who's sending them — and why? This twisty documentary reveals the shocking answer.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  13. Extremis (2016)

    A purely observational non-fiction film that takes viewers into the ethically murky world of end-of-life decision making in a public hospital.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  14. Whitney (2018)

    Examines the life and career of singer Whitney Houston. Features never-before-seen archival footage, exclusive recordings, rare performances and interviews with the people who knew her best.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  15. Marvel: 75 Years, from Pulp to Pop! (2014)

    In celebration of the publisher's 75th anniversary, the hour-long special will take a detailed look at the company's journey from fledgling comics publisher to multi-media juggernaut. Hosted by Emily VanCamp (S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent Sharon Carter), the documentary-style feature will include interviews with comic book icons, pop culture authorities, and Hollywood stars. The special also promises an "extraordinary peek into Marvel's future!" Might Marvel release the first official footage from next year's Avengers: Age of Ultron or Ant-Man? If they do, you'll know about it here.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  16. Ex Libris: The New York Public Library (2017)

    A documentary about how a dominant cultural and demographic institution both sustains their traditional activities and adapts to the digital revolution.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  17. Embrace the Panda: Making Turning Red (2022)

    A feature length documentary about the all-women team at the helm of Pixar's original feature, Turning Red. With unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to Director Domee Shi and her core leadership crew, this story shines a light on the powerful professional and personal journeys that brought this incredibly comical, utterly relatable, and deeply heartfelt story to the screen.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  18. Louis Theroux: Twilight of the Porn Stars (2012)

    In 1997, Louis Theroux made a documentary about the world of male porn performers in Los Angeles. 15 years later, he returns to find a business struggling with the deluge of free porn on the internet. Louis revisits some of the original programme's contributors as well as meeting the latest crop of porn performers dreaming of porn stardom.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  19. 50 Greatest Harry Potter Moments (2011)

    To mark the release two weeks ago of the eighth and final movie in the series, Robbie Coltrane narrates a countdown of the movie franchise's best moments. From Harry's first meeting with Ron and Hermione aboard the Hogwarts Express through to magical mysteries.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  20. A Decade Under the Influence (2003)

    A documentary examining the decade of the 1970s as a turning point in American cinema. Some of today's best filmmakers interview the influential directors of that time.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  21. Novena (2013)

    In 2012, Stephen Vaughan and Kay Ferreter are invited to address the congregation at St. Joseph's Redemptorists Church in Dundalk, Ireland for the Solemn Novena Festival. In a powerful speech, the pair describe their experiences being gay and lesbian in Ireland, feeling excluded by Catholic doctrine, and the importance of a more inclusive church.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  22. The Story of the Pope (1942)

    The public and private life of Eugenio Pacelli, elected Pope Pius XII.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  23. Revelation - The Bride, The Beast & Babylon (2013)

    Going to the very heart of the Bible's most challenging Book, this one hour documentary decodes the visions of Revelation 12 and 17 for everyone to understand. Journeying from the birth of Christ through the Christian era, this amazing video pulls aside the veil of hidden history to reveal the rise of Babylon, the persecution of the bride of Christ, and the real-world identity of the beast. Educational and inspiring, Revelation delivers the keys to understanding the epic conflict between Christ and Satan and what it means for your life today.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  24. Papa Francesco: Come Dio comanda (2016)

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  25. The Devil and Father Amorth (2018)

    William Friedkin attends an exorcism with Father Gabriele Amorth, as he treats an Italian woman named Cristina for the ninth time. Prior to filming, Cristina had purportedly been experiencing behavioural changes and “fits” that could not be explained by psychiatry, and which became worse during Christian holidays.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  26. The Face of Mercy (2016)

    Since his election to the papacy, Pope Francis has inspired millions by urging us to embrace Mercy, ultimately revealed in the face of Christ. Now comes an extraordinary new film on this powerful message that brings hope, healing and forgiveness to a broken world. Narrated by Jim Caviezel, The Face of Mercy explores the history and relevance of Divine Mercy in our turbulent times. (Released 2016)

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  27. Old St. Patrick's Church: Chicago Renaissance Story (2013)

    Mike Leonard tells the inside story of how the west Loop’s St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church, known to residents as Old St. Pat's, transformed itself from an empty church in a declining neighborhood into a Chicago hub of worship, culture, social life, education, and service -- revitalizing a then-struggling West Loop.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  28. The Immortal City (1954)

    From the legendary times of Romulus and Remus to the present day, the compelling story of the eternal city's twenty-five centuries of civilization traces the rise of Christianity over paganism through studies of Vatican art treasures.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  29. Everybody knew (2025)

    In 2023, the Ombudsman presented a report on sexual abuse in the Church in Spain. Victims' accounts reached the European Parliament. Among them were the abuse suffered by two brothers at the boarding school where they attended as children.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  30. The Vatican Museums (2007)

    Originally produced in 1997 on the threshold of the Third Millennium of the Christian Era, and in celebration of the Jubilee of the Year of Our Lord 2000, The Vatican Museums was the culmination of three years of research and filming, the collaboration of thirty-two scholars and historians from around the world, a crew of forty directors of photography, operators, and lighting technicians, state-of-the-art digital cinematography, lighting, animation, and computerized editing, and the work of a famous composer with original performances by master musicians. Now available on DVD for the first time, this historic three-disc collection features seven hours of magnificent documentary film that illuminates and chronicles the great journey of the human spirit. Here then is the world's most spectacular and sacred repository of art, history, and faith.

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What are the best movies like Tajemnice Jana Pawła II?

The closest matches to Tajemnice Jana Pawła II are Mea Maxima Culpa: Silence in the House of God (2012), Capturing the Friedmans (2003) and Pope Francis: A Man of His Word (2018). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.

What should I watch after Tajemnice Jana Pawła II?

Start with Mea Maxima Culpa: Silence in the House of God (2012), the closest match to Tajemnice Jana Pawła II.

What is the highest-rated movie like Tajemnice Jana Pawła II?

Whitney (2018), rated 7.3/10 by 212 TMDB users.

What is the newest movie like Tajemnice Jana Pawła II?

Come See Me in the Good Light (2025) is the most recent release on this list.

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