Direction: Matthew O'Neill

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Matthew O'Neill. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Direction Jon Alpert · Ellen Goosenberg Kent · Matthew O'Neill

Synopsis Wartorn: 1861-2010 (TV) (2010) shines a spotlight on the escalating suicide rates among active military personnel and veterans, focusing on the unseen scars of war. This HBO special delves into the personal narratives of American soldiers who have endured the...

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6.6

35 votes

6.6

35 votes

Surveilled

2024 · Documentary · 60 min. · United States

Direction Matthew O'Neill · Perri Peltz

Cast Ronan Farrow

Synopsis Surveilled (2024) delves into the expanding realm of commercial spyware, as journalist Ronan Farrow of The New Yorker traces the journey from the bustling streets of New York City to the technological hub of Tel Aviv, Israel. This documentary shines...

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6.5

126 votes

6.5

126 votes

Baghdad ER (TV)

2006 · Documentary · 68 min. · United States

Direction Jon Alpert · Matthew O'Neill

Synopsis Baghdad ER (TV) (2006) provides an intimate and unfiltered look into the lives of medical professionals and soldiers at the 86th Combat Support Hospital in Iraq. Directed by Jon Alpert and Matthew O'Neill, the documentary offers a rare glimpse into...

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6.1

28 votes

6.1

28 votes

Direction Jon Alpert · Matthew O'Neill

Cast Dwayne Johnson

Synopsis Rock and a Hard Place (2017) delves into the rigorous Miami-Dade County Corrections and Rehabilitation Boot Camp Program, where young offenders participate in an intense six-week regimen. This program is designed to help them reflect on their past errors and...

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6.0

56 votes

6.0

56 votes

Axios (TV Series)

2018 · Series · 30 min. · United States

Direction Matthew O'Neill · Perri Peltz

Cast Mike Allen · Jim VandeHei · Jonathan Swan · Dan Primack

Synopsis Axios (TV Series) (2018) delves into a variety of topics within politics, business, and technology that are poised to influence the future. The series employs a mix of documentary shorts, enlightening interviews with prominent figures in the news, and reliable...

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Direction Jon Alpert · Matthew O'Neill

Cast Mohamed Abdel Koddous · Sharif Abdel Kouddous · Hosni Mubarak

Synopsis In Tahrir Square: 18 Days of Egypt's Unfinished Revolution (2012) captures the essence of the historic uprising in Egypt by immersing viewers in the heart of Tahrir Square. From the initial clashes to the triumphant jubilation, this documentary offers an...

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Direction Jon Alpert · Matthew O'Neill

Synopsis China's Unnatural Disaster: The Tears of Sichuan Province (S) (2009) delves into the devastating aftermath of the May 12, 2008, earthquake that struck Sichuan Province in rural China, resulting in nearly 70,000 fatalities, with 10,000 of them being children. The...

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Direction Matthew O'Neill · Thalía

Cast Joseph Corella

Synopsis 15: A Quinceañera Story (TV Miniseries) (2018) delves into the heart of a cherished Latina tradition, the quinceañera, a milestone celebration marking a girl's transition from childhood to womanhood on her 15th birthday. This miniseries comprises four compelling short films,...

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Direction Matthew O'Neill · Perri Peltz

Cast Steve Berkoff · Barbara Jean · Emily Mathias · Ryan Mathias

Synopsis Alternate Endings: Six New Ways to Die in America (2019) delves into the evolving perspectives on mortality within the United States, examining contemporary approaches to death and the diverse methods people are choosing to face life's final moments.

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Redemption

2012 · Documentary · 35 min. · United States

Direction Jon Alpert · Matthew O'Neill

Synopsis Redemption (2012) offers an insightful exploration into the lives of New York City's canners, individuals who sustain themselves by collecting and redeeming bottles and cans from various sources such as curbs, garbage cans, and apartment complexes. While their presence is...

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Direction Jon Alpert · Matthew O'Neill

Synopsis Finding the Way Home (2019) delves into the challenging situations faced by countless children residing in orphanages and various institutions globally. The documentary highlights the efforts of J.K. Rowling's Lumos foundation, which is dedicated to reuniting these children with their...

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Direction Jon Alpert · Matthew O'Neill

Cast John Leguizamo · Marc Anthony · Gloria Estefan · Emilio Estefan Jr.

Synopsis The Latin Explosion: A New America (TV) (2015) delves into the profound influence of Latino music on American culture. This documentary charts the origins of Hispanic contributions to American music, beginning with pioneers such as Pérez Prado, Xavier Cugat, the...

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