🎬 DOCUMENTARY — Page 1
Browse all documentaries released weekly across Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, and more.
📅 Week of Jun 29, 2025
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Big Star: Nothing Can Hurt Me
HBO MaxDocumentary | Jul 1, 2025
Tapes, grainy concerts, and bittersweet interviews build the story of Big Star—a band critics adored while record stores gathered dust.
🎬 Documentary, Biography, Musical | 📍 United States | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Drew DeNicola
🎭 Cast: Alex Chilton, Jody Stephens, Andy Hummel, Chris BellOur Take
★★★★☆ 4/5I’m a sucker for lost-legend tales, and this one delivered. By the end I was humming songs I barely knew five minutes earlier.
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Cunningham
HBO MaxDocumentary | Jul 1, 2025
Archival reels blend with stylized recreations to follow Merce Cunningham’s jump from tiny studios to world stages. Movements almost feel 3-D on screen.
🎬 Documentary, Biography | 📍 United States | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Alla Kovgan
🎭 Cast: Merce CunninghamOur Take
★★★★☆ 4/5Modern dance usually confuses me, yet here I felt the rhythm in my seat. I ended up Googling tickets afterward.
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Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am
HBO MaxDocumentary | Jul 1, 2025
Friends, scholars, and Morrison herself weave together stories of her life, her pages, and the country she wrote about.
🎬 Documentary, Biography | 📍 United States | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Timothy Greenfield-Sanders
🎭 Cast: Toni Morrison, Oprah Winfrey, Angela DavisOur Take
★★★★★ 5/5I felt like I was sitting in her living room listening. Reached for my worn copy of 'Beloved' right after.
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Attack on London: Hunting The 7/7 Bombers
NetflixDocumentary | Jul 1, 2025
Minute-by-minute account of 2005’s tube attacks and the fevered hunt that followed.
🎬 Documentary, History, Crime | 📍 United Kingdom | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Liza Williams
🎭 Cast: Survivors, Victims' families, Police investigators, Government officialsOur Take
★★★★☆ 4/5Looks harrowing yet vital—eyewitness testimony anchoring a nation’s darkest commute.
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Trainwreck: The Cult of American Apparel
NetflixDocumentary | Jul 1, 2025
Sex-sells brand rockets skyward, implodes under toxic charisma of founder Dov Charney.
🎬 Documentary, Biography, History | 📍 United Kingdom | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Sally Rose Griffiths
🎭 Cast: Former American Apparel employees, Fashion industry insidersOur Take
★★★★☆ 4/5Expect juicy boardroom gossip and cautionary fashion fairy-tale gone wrong.
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Lost Treasures of Egypt
Disney+Documentary | Jul 1, 2025
Cameras tag along while dig teams pry open tombs in the Valley of the Kings and scan mummies with 3-D gear.
🎬 Documentary, History | 📍 United Kingdom | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Unknown
🎭 Cast: Julian BarrattOur Take
★★★★☆ 4.5/5Every sand-covered artifact reveal gives me goosebumps. Easy to binge on a lazy Sunday.
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Dear Ms.: A Revolution in Print
HBO MaxDocumentary | Jul 2, 2025
Archives, battle-scarred typewriters, and sharp memories trace how Ms. Magazine lit a fuse in 1972. Editors talk about the backlash, the breakthroughs, and the late nights spent rewriting history on deadline.
🎬 Documentary, History | 📍 United States | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Salima Koroma, Alice Gu, Cecilia Aldarondo
🎭 Cast: UnknownOur Take
★★★★☆ 4.5/5Fifty years shrink to ninety tight minutes. I walked away both fired up and weirdly nostalgic for offset printing.
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Tour de France: Unchained: Season 3
NetflixDocumentary | Jul 2, 2025
‘Drive to Survive’ team cycles the Alps—ego clashes, crashes, and lung-burning glory.
🎬 Documentary, Sport | 📍 France | 🗣️ EnglishFrench
🎥 Directed by: Box to Box Films, QuadBox
🎭 Cast: Various professional cyclists, Team staffOur Take
★★★★☆ 4/5You’ll feel every climb; behind-scenes access turns Lycra warriors into compelling characters.
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Countdown: Taylor vs Serrano
NetflixDocumentary | Jul 3, 2025
Inside camp with boxing’s pound-for-pound queens before MSG’s historic showdown.
🎬 Documentary, Sport, Special | 📍 United States | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Jackie Decker, Tim Mullen
🎭 Cast: Katie Taylor, Amanda Serrano, Uma ThurmanOur Take
★★★☆☆ 3.5/5Personal, respectful, hype-building glimpse at two legends elevating women’s boxing.
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761st Tank Battalion: The Original Black Panthers: Complete Season 1
HuluDocumentary | Jul 3, 2025
The series rides with the all-Black 761st as they fight Nazis abroad while catching racism at every turn back home.
🎬 Documentary, History, War | 📍 United States | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Unknown
🎭 Cast: Morgan FreemanOur Take
★★★★☆ 4.5/5Freeman’s calm narration over raw combat clips really got me. I learned stories school skipped.
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All the Sharks
NetflixDocumentary | Jul 4, 2025
Competing marine teams race to photograph the most shark species—bragging rights plus charity cash.
🎬 Documentary, Nature, Reality | 📍 United States | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Unknown
🎭 Cast: Tom "The Blowfish" HirdOur Take
★★★☆☆ 3.5/5Shark Week meets Amazing Race—educational, splashy, and a jaw-some excuse for ocean eye-candy.
📅 Week of Jun 22, 2025
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Barbara Walters: Tell Me Everything — Documentary Premiere
HuluDocumentary | Jun 23, 2025
This documentary takes a thoughtful look at Barbara Walters and the legacy she built. From her groundbreaking work as the first woman to co-host a network evening news program to the private moments few ever saw, the film tells the full story. With rare footage and reflections from those who knew her best, it reveals the challenges she faced and the barriers she broke. Her voice helped change journalism, and her story continues to inspire.
🎬 Documentary, Biography | 📍 United States | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Jackie Jesko
🎭 Cast: Barbara Walters, David Letterman, Meghan McCain, Deborah Roberts, Bob IgerOur Take
★★★★★ 5/5I knew Barbara Walters was important, but this documentary made me realize how much she actually changed the game. It walks through her entire journey with honesty, and some parts honestly stunned me. The interviews, the old footage, even the quiet moments—they all added up. You don’t just watch her succeed, you see what it took to get there. I think anyone interested in journalism or powerful women should see this.
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Trainwreck: Poop Cruise
NetflixDocumentary | Jun 24, 2025
A fire breaks out below deck, the engines die, and a Carnival liner drifts helpless in the Gulf. Five days pass without power or plumbing. Passengers film brown water leaking down the walls. This film strings together their shaky phone clips with calm expert interviews, then asks how the cruise industry patched the public-relations hole that followed.
🎬 Documentary | 📍 United States | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: James Ross
🎭 Cast: UnknownOur Take
★★★★☆ 4/5I expected a gross-out story going in, and yeah—it’s that. But it’s also surprisingly compelling. The mix of shaky phone clips and calm expert interviews creates a strange, darkly funny look at a PR nightmare unraveling in real time. It’s one of those documentaries that keeps you thinking, how did this actually happen? Definitely worth a watch if you’re into corporate disasters or stories that go horribly, hilariously wrong.
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Enigma
HBO MaxDocumentary | Jun 24, 2025
April Ashley lived a life that few at the time could even imagine. Growing up in Liverpool, she later became one of the first British people to undergo gender confirmation surgery, then carved out a career in fashion and film. This documentary reflects on her courage in the face of public scrutiny, showing how she kept moving forward when the world made it difficult to simply exist. With rare photographs and honest conversations, her story is both intimate and groundbreaking.
🎬 Documentary, Biography, History | 📍 United States | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Charles Sturridge
🎭 Cast: April Ashley, Amanda LearOur Take
★★★★☆ 4.5/5This documentary hit me in a way I didn’t expect. April Ashley’s story is beautiful and painful at the same time. I didn’t know much about her before, but by the end I felt like I’d known her forever. The way she kept pushing forward, even when the world gave her every reason not to, honestly left me speechless. If you care at all about queer history—or just human strength—you need to watch this.
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Infiltrada en el búnker
Prime VideoDocumentary | Jun 27, 2025
This documentary dives into the real-life story of a woman who risks everything to infiltrate a dangerous doomsday cult. Goize Blanco portrays the undercover informant, joining the group while pretending to share their beliefs. Her mission is to expose the truth about the leader and the abuse happening behind closed doors. With a blend of real footage and cinematic scenes, the film reveals just how far one person is willing to go to uncover a hidden nightmare.
🎬 Documentary, Thriller | 📍 Spain | 🗣️ Spanish
🎥 Directed by: Pablo de la Chica
🎭 Cast: Goize BlancoOur Take
★★★★☆ 4.5/5I couldn’t look away. Watching Goize Blanco step into that cult, knowing what was at stake, honestly shook me a little. There’s this mix of real footage and reenactments, and instead of being jarring, it actually made me feel like I was right there with her. I kept thinking, would I be brave enough to do that? Probably not. This isn’t just another cult story—it’s personal, tense, and absolutely worth your time.
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My Mom Jayne
HBO MaxDocumentary | Jun 27, 2025
Mariska Hargitay opens up about her mother, Jayne Mansfield, in a way we’ve never seen before. This isn’t just about the movie star or the headlines. Through personal memories, home videos, and rare footage, Mariska explores the woman behind the glamour. It’s a quiet, emotional look at fame, loss, and the bond between a mother and daughter who didn’t get enough time together. There’s honesty here, and plenty of heart.
🎬 Documentary, Biography | 📍 United States | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Mariska Hargitay, Jessica Hargrave
🎭 Cast: Mariska Hargitay, Jayne MansfieldOur Take
★★★★★ 5/5I didn’t expect to cry, but I did. A lot. This documentary doesn’t just talk about Jayne Mansfield as a public figure—it lets Mariska show us the woman she lost, the mom she’s still reaching for. It’s tender and raw and full of little moments that feel so human. I think anyone who’s ever lost someone, or wished they’d had more time, will feel this one deep.
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PULISIC
Paramount+Documentary | Jun 27, 2025
Christian Pulisic is used to the spotlight, but this series shows what most people don’t see. With full behind-the-scenes access, it follows his journey through a demanding season with AC Milan and his role leading the U.S. Men’s National Team. Episodes eight and nine focus on the pressure he faces as he prepares for major international matches. It’s a closer look at the player, the pressure, and the person.
🎬 Documentary, Sport, Biography | 📍 United States | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Unknown
🎭 Cast: Christian PulisicOur Take
★★★☆☆ 3/5I was curious to see more of what Pulisic’s life looks like off the field, and this gave me a bit of that. Seeing the pressure he’s under, bouncing between AC Milan and the national team, was pretty eye-opening. But as much as I respect the access, I did feel like the doc never fully found its rhythm. If you’re a die-hard USMNT fan, it’s still worth watching. For casual fans, maybe not as much.
📅 Week of Jun 15, 2025
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Trainwreck: Mayor of Mayhem
NetflixDocumentary | Jun 17, 2025
This documentary chronicles the tumultuous and controversial political career of Rob Ford, the late former mayor of Toronto. The film explores his unlikely rise to power, his populist appeal, and the series of scandals that ultimately led to his downfall. Through archival footage and interviews with those who knew him, 'Trainwreck: Mayor of Mayhem' provides a detailed account of a political saga that captivated the world and left a lasting impact on the city of Toronto.
🎬 Biography, Documentary | 📍 Canada | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Shianne Brown
🎭 Cast: Rob FordOur Take
★★★★☆ 4/5This documentary does a great job covering a political story that feels more relevant than ever. It’s sharp, fast, and doesn’t waste time. I thought it could’ve gone deeper in some areas, but that’s only because it’s so compelling. I just wanted more of it.
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Dr. Sanjay Gupta Reports: Animal Pharm
HBO MaxDocumentary | Jun 17, 2025
Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores the groundbreaking science of xenotransplantation, where animal organs are used for human transplants. The documentary delves into the potential of this medical frontier to solve the organ shortage crisis and examines the complex ethical questions involved. It showcases the latest research and the personal stories of patients whose lives could be transformed by this technology.
🎬 Documentary, Medical Drama | 📍 United States | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Dr. Sanjay Gupta
🎭 Cast: Dr. Sanjay GuptaOur Take
★★★★☆ 4.5/5This documentary completely pulled me in. If you're even a little curious about the future of medicine, it’s worth watching. Dr. Gupta has a real skill for breaking down complex science and making it feel personal. What stood out to me was how it tackles both innovation and ethics without losing sight of the human side.
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SALLY
Disney+Documentary | Jun 17, 2025
This National Geographic documentary tells the story of Sally Ride, the first American woman in space, through rare home videos, diaries, and extensive interviews. It explores her pioneering career as an astronaut, her groundbreaking journey, and her private life. The film delves into the challenges she faced and her enduring legacy in science and space exploration.
🎬 Documentary, Biography, History | 📍 United States | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Cristina Costantini
🎭 Cast: Tam O'Shaughnessy, Sally RideOur Take
★★★★☆ 4/5This is a deeply personal and moving documentary that I think everyone should see. It offers an intimate look not only at her public accomplishments but also at the private struggles she faced along the way. For me, it’s a powerful and honest portrait of someone who truly shaped history.
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Now or Never: FC Montfermeil
HBO MaxDocumentary | Jun 20, 2025
This documentary series follows the journey of the under-19 football team of FC Montfermeil, located in a tough suburb of Paris. The young players strive to succeed against the odds, not just on the pitch but in their personal lives, as they face the crucial final year before turning professional. It's a coming-of-age story about dreams, sacrifice, and the power of sport to offer a path to a better future.
🎬 Documentary, Sport, Biography | 📍 France | 🗣️ French
🎥 Directed by: Ousmane Ly
🎭 Cast: Isaac, Anis, Kéba, Neel, Ibé, Mathias, MarwanOur Take
★★★★☆ 4/5This documentary really moved me. Even if you’re not into sports, I think it’s worth watching. It captures the human side of these young athletes in a way that feels real and raw. I got emotionally invested in their stories, and to me, it’s more about hope and perseverance than it is about soccer.
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Salvatore: Shoemaker of Dreams
Prime VideoDocumentary | Jun 27, 2025
This documentary offers an intimate look into the life and enduring legacy of Salvatore Ferragamo, the visionary Italian shoe designer. From his humble beginnings in Bonito, Italy, to becoming a sought-after shoemaker for Hollywood's elite, the film chronicles his extraordinary journey. It explores his innovative designs, his relentless pursuit of comfort and beauty in footwear, and his profound impact on the fashion world. Featuring rare archival footage, interviews with his family, fashion historians, and celebrities, the film paints a comprehensive portrait of a man whose artistry shaped an industry and continues to inspire.
🎬 Documentary, Biography | 📍 Italy | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Luca Guadagnino
🎭 Cast: Michael Stuhlbarg, Salvatore FerragamoOur Take
★★★★☆ 4/5This is a stunning, beautifully made film. Even if you’re not into fashion, I think there’s something here to appreciate. Luca Guadagnino gives it a real cinematic touch, which makes it feel like more than just a biography. I found it fascinating and really admired the way it captured Salvatore’s vision and legacy.
📅 Week of Jun 8, 2025
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Ocean with David Attenborough
Disney+Documentary | Jun 8, 2025
Join David Attenborough as he guides viewers through the breathtaking beauty and fragile complexity of Earth’s oceans. From vibrant coral reefs to deep-sea mysteries, this visually stunning documentary reveals the incredible life forms that call the ocean home. Alongside moments of awe, it sheds light on the urgent threats facing marine ecosystems, offering a powerful call to action and hope for restoration. A tribute to nature’s wonder and resilience, it’s an essential watch for anyone who cares about the future of our planet.
🎬 Nature, Documentary | 📍 United KingdomUnited States | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Toby Nowlan, Keith Scholey, Colin Butfield
🎭 Cast: David AttenboroughOur Take
★★★★★ 5/5Anything with David Attenborough gets my full attention. These documentaries aren’t just beautiful. They carry real weight. I always come away from them feeling something. Awe, urgency, sometimes guilt. For me, this is what documentary should be. Honest, moving, and impossible to ignore.
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Trainwreck: The Astroworld Tragedy
NetflixDocumentary | Jun 10, 2025
This in-depth documentary investigates the catastrophic events of the 2021 Astroworld Festival in Houston, Texas. During Travis Scott’s performance, a deadly crowd surge resulted in numerous casualties and widespread trauma. The film presents firsthand accounts from survivors, emergency responders, and event staff, piecing together the night’s timeline. Beyond recounting the facts, it raises urgent questions about concert safety and accountability, offering a sobering look at how a celebration turned into one of the most devastating live music tragedies in recent memory.
🎬 Documentary, Crime | 📍 United States | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Yemi Bamiro
🎭 Cast: Travis Scott, Survivors, Paramedics, Security StaffOur Take
★★★★☆ 4/5This didn’t feel like a documentary made to entertain. To me, it felt like a serious piece of investigative work. What stuck with me most was the focus on survivors—those personal accounts were hard to hear, but that’s exactly why it mattered. I think the way it avoids sensationalism is what gives it real weight. It’s not easy to watch, but I believe it’s necessary.
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Call Her Alex: Complete Docuseries
HuluDocumentary | Jun 10, 2025
This two-part docuseries traces the rise of Alex Cooper from a podcasting newcomer to one of the most influential voices in modern media. With raw honesty and rare access, it explores the moments that shaped her career, from personal hardships to major turning points in her business journey. The series captures how she built a platform where women feel empowered to speak openly about sex, relationships, and self-worth. It’s a portrait of resilience, ambition, and the evolution of a young creator turned media powerhouse.
🎬 Documentary, Biography | 📍 United States | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Ry Russo-Young
🎭 Cast: Alex CooperOur Take
★★☆☆☆ 2/5This feels more like brand curation than real biography. Sure, it gives you a look at how she built her media empire, and there's some value in that. But I couldn’t shake the feeling that it avoids the tougher questions. If you’re already a fan, it’ll probably hit right. For me, though, it just doesn’t go deep enough to be memorable.
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Cocaine Air: Smugglers at 30,000 Ft
NetflixDocumentary | Jun 11, 2025
This intense documentary takes viewers into the rarely seen world of aerial drug trafficking. With a focus on the high risks and complex strategies used by international smuggling networks, the series uncovers how drugs are moved across borders using planes, drones, and other airborne methods. Interviews with law enforcement officials, former traffickers, and investigative journalists offer a comprehensive look at the dangerous game of evasion and enforcement. It’s a gripping examination of a covert operation happening far above our heads.
🎬 Documentary, Crime | 📍 France | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Stéphane Rybojad, Thomas Dandois, Maxime Bonnet, Jérôme Pierrat
🎭 Cast: Interviewees, Real-life individualsOur Take
★★★★☆ 4/5This was wild. I love true crime, and I’ve seen a lot, but this story felt especially surreal. What pulled me in was the mystery around whether the pilots knew what they were transporting. That moral gray area made it way more than just another smuggling tale. I thought the interviews were well done and the pacing really kept things moving. For me, it’s easily one of the more gripping crime docs I’ve seen this year.
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Titan: The OceanGate Disaster
NetflixDocumentary | Jun 11, 2025
This investigative documentary explores the tragic implosion of the Titan submersible during its mission to the site of the Titanic wreck. With a careful breakdown of the timeline, expert insights, and firsthand accounts, the film examines the technical and human factors behind the fatal incident. It sheds light on safety warnings that went unheeded, the race to rescue the crew, and the lasting impact of the tragedy on deep-sea exploration. The result is a sobering and informative portrait of one of the most shocking maritime events in recent history.
🎬 Documentary, History, Thriller | 📍 United States | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Mark Monroe
🎭 Cast: Interviewees, ExpertsOur Take
★★★★☆ 4.5/5This is one of the most compelling documentaries I’ve seen in a while. Even though we all know how it ends, the way it builds tension is incredibly effective. I was struck by how carefully it lays out the warning signs and expert concerns that were ignored. For me, it’s not just about the tragedy itself but about the mindset that led to it. I think anyone interested in technology, risk, or human ego needs to see this.
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American Thunder: NASCAR to Le Mans
Prime VideoDocumentary | Jun 12, 2025
This documentary offers an exclusive look into the groundbreaking Garage 56 project, where NASCAR took on the challenge of competing in the 24 Hours of Le Mans for the first time in decades. Over the course of 18 months, Hendrick Motorsports faced technical hurdles, pushed engineering limits, and transformed a stock car into a machine capable of surviving one of the world’s most grueling endurance races. The film captures the passion, precision, and teamwork behind this ambitious effort, spotlighting the people who helped bring American racing to a global stage.
🎬 Documentary, Sport | 📍 United States | 🗣️ English
🎥 Directed by: Brad Lockhart
🎭 Cast: Jenson Button, Jimmie Johnson, Jordan Taylor, Mike RockenfellerOur Take
★★★★☆ 4.5/5You don’t need to be into racing to enjoy this. At its core, it's an underdog story full of risk, heart, and determination. The Garage 56 project is crazy in the best way. For me, this is one of those rare sports documentaries that really sticks. It’s about racing, yes, but more than that, it’s about what people can do when they believe in something impossible.
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