15 Hidden Documentary Film Gems On Netflix Right Now

13. The White Helmets

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Hidden away in a corner somewhere on Netflix is this short documentary film, The White Helmets, a film that casts its spotlight on the brave souls volunteering to rescue civilians in war-torn Syria.

The film follows members of the Syrian Defense Force, trained personnel who put their lives at risk scaling fragile bombed out buildings and digging through rubble to find survivors. It's dangerous and emotionally affecting work.

The film won an Academy Award in 2017 but sadly its videographer, a "White Helmet" himself, was refused entry into the United States and was unable to attend the awards.

As a horrific portrait of war in modern times, The White Helmets is both harrowing and touching; it's a film that everyone should see.

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Christopher is a freelance pop culture writer, podcaster and self-confessed nerd from Scotland. He's also the owner, founder and editor at "The Head Scratcher" and a host of "The Scratch Cast" podcast. Visit www.theheadscratcher.com to find out more.