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The filmmakers behind a documentary about Elon Musk say TikTok and X are refusing to run advertising for the film, with YouTube and Meta also cited in the report. The rejections raise concerns that platforms controlled by or aligned with the documentary's subject can limit its promotion. The film's producers are speaking out about the decision, drawing attention to conflicts of interest in ad acceptance policies.

German outlet Der Spiegel has released 'Inside Russia (2)', a SPIEGEL TV documentary presenting exclusive reporting on life under Vladimir Putin's increasingly isolated dictatorship. The film offers viewers rare insights into how ordinary Russians and the political leadership are coping amid the country's international isolation and the ongoing war in Ukraine. It is drawing heavy attention internationally, with hundreds of thousands of viewers engaging with the documentary within days of release.

Distributor Bleecker Street says major platforms including YouTube, TikTok and Meta have rejected paid ads for Alex Gibney's documentary 'Musk', set for release on October 9, citing their policies on political content. X has reportedly refused to respond to the distributor's inquiries entirely, and Bleecker Street is appealing the ad rejections ahead of the film's debut.

A documentary about an American doctor's experience in Gaza is drawing audiences in cinemas, an uncommon commercial success for a film on this subject. Posts highlighting the run tag it with Palestine, ceasefire and FreePalestine hashtags, framing the box-office turnout as a sign of continuing public interest in the war and in first-hand accounts from medical workers there.

A documentary feature from GMA Public Affairs revisits the case of Jason Ivler, the Filipino-American who shot and killed Renato Victor Ebarle Jr. during a road rage confrontation in Quezon City in 2009. Ivler was arrested in 2010 after a shootout with authorities at his mother's home. The feature is drawing wide attention as part of a series revisiting major Philippine controversies.

YouTube and Meta have backed away from running paid advertising for a documentary about Elon Musk. The platforms reversed plans to promote the film through paid ads, though details on the exact reasons for the decision remain limited. The move is drawing attention as it touches on how major tech companies handle promotional content linked to one of the most prominent figures in the industry.

The documentary NAZA, which examines alleged Israeli war crimes, will be made available to stream for free in November, according to filmmaker Yuval Abraham. The free release is intended to widen access to the film, which documents the impact of the war in Gaza on Palestinians and the conduct of Israeli forces there.

A wildlife documentary focusing on the Philippines' most dangerous predators is drawing heavy attention from nature audiences worldwide. Viewers are engaging with the film's look at the country's fierce animals and unique ecosystems, and the piece is currently topping wildlife viewing charts globally, reflecting strong interest in the Philippines' less-known predatory species.

Today marks 26 years since the start of the Second Intifada, the Palestinian uprising that began in September 2000 and lasted roughly five years. It killed almost 5,000 Palestinians, including more than 1,000 children. People marking the anniversary are recalling the period through the documentary Jenin, Jenin, which chronicles the Israeli invasion of the West Bank city of Jenin during the conflict.

Netflix is drawing renewed attention as Disney moves to license exclusive content back to the streamer for money, reversing years of pulling titles in favour of its own platforms. Coverage also highlights Netflix's growing slate of true-crime films, including a documentary about Thomas Randolph, the Nevada man convicted after several of his wives died under suspicious circumstances. Interest in Netflix movies is rising across Google trends in Canada, the US and the UK.

The stars of the sitcom Friends have refused to participate in a documentary film about Matthew Perry, according to Russian-language reports circulating online. The topic is drawing searches and discussion among fans of the actor, who died in 2023. No details have been confirmed about the cast members' reasons or about the film's production.

Disney+ has announced its October line-up, headlined by the new series "VisionQuest" and "Coven Academy", alongside a documentary about the band Oasis. German entertainment site TV Wunschliste highlighted the upcoming releases for the streaming service, which also covers Hulu content in some markets. The announcement gives subscribers a preview of what to expect on the platform over the coming weeks.

The Dutch documentary 'Fataal Schot' (Fatal Shot) is currently available to watch or catch up on via NPO Doc, the documentary platform of Dutch public broadcaster NPO. Viewers are searching for the programme, making it one of the most looked-up titles in the Netherlands right now, as audiences check where and when they can stream the film.

Actress Selma Blair has announced a new documentary, 'Hineni', exploring antisemitism and her own experience of being, in her words, 'erased' from Hollywood projects. The announcement follows professional fallout after comments she made that were criticised as Islamophobic. The documentary is expected to cover her Jewish identity, the backlash she faced, and her broader views on antisemitism.

A full-length documentary on the weaponization of space is drawing attention for its look at how major powers are competing to develop military capabilities beyond Earth. The film covers satellite warfare, anti-satellite weapons, and the strategic importance of orbital dominance, framing space as the next frontline of global military rivalry among the US, China, and Russia.

A new documentary follows Max, a 14-year-old struggling with climate anxiety, as he writes letters to imprisoned climate activists in search of hope. Through their correspondence he explores the human stories behind direct action and why so many protesters have served prison time. The film is being featured by The Guardian and highlights the personal toll of climate activism and the justice system's response to it.

The documentary 'Ba's Book' follows a director piecing together her father's hidden past, spanning his experience of the Vietnam War and her own upbringing during revolutionary Iran. The Hollywood Reporter is covering the film, which blends personal family history with the political upheavals of two countries, drawing attention to its intimate account of secrets revealed across generations.

A 4K documentary from Extraordinary People takes viewers inside a psychiatric ward dedicated to older adults, showing daily life, treatment and the challenges faced by elderly patients with mental illness. The film has drawn large audiences and sparked conversation about geriatric psychiatric care, staffing and how societies treat ageing patients.

Jennifer Aniston says there was 'no way' she and her Friends co-stars would take part in a documentary about Matthew Perry. The claim, reported by Yahoo, suggests the cast declined to be involved in the project about their late colleague. The story is drawing attention as fans continue to revisit Perry's legacy and the cast's relationship with him following his death.

A wildlife documentary titled 'Extreme Africa' focusing on the fight for survival across two worlds is attracting massive attention, with hundreds of thousands of viewers engaging with the film. The documentary explores how African wildlife navigates contrasting environments and the daily struggle to survive. Viewers are responding strongly to its depiction of animal life on the continent.

The weekly radio program Making Contact, which covers news, human rights and social justice topics, is airing its episode dated October 3. The syndicated show, produced by the nonprofit International Media Project, focuses on documentary journalism and activism-oriented reporting. Listeners are being encouraged to tune in to the latest installment, though the specific topic of this episode is not stated.

Italian media are revisiting the 1990 murder of Simonetta Cesaroni, the young woman killed in her father's office in via Poma, Rome. The case, never definitively solved despite years of investigations and trials, remains one of Italy's most discussed unsolved crimes. Coverage notes the case is still followed closely, with the via Poma building and its 'last trace' evidence continuing to fuel public debate and new documentary treatment.

ABC's 20/20 is airing an episode titled 'Home Alone' examining the 2015 killing of Allison Feldman, an Arizona woman found dead in her Scottsdale home. The program, which covers the investigation and the man charged in her death, will also be available on Hulu and Disney+. Viewers are searching her name as the episode draws renewed attention to the unsolved-for-years case.