These Are the Best Documentaries That You Can Watch Right Now

Tiny Shoulders: Rethinking Barbie

Once upon a time, every little girl wanted a Barbie doll. Nowadays, such is not the case. With increasing focus on the body positivity movement, parents want the same self-love to be taught to their children. As the world changes, so do Barbie's measurements. Her shoulders are just too tiny!

Jane

Jane Goodall’s research with chimpanzees has earned critical acclaim in many fields, but sometimes we forget about the woman behind the work. Director Brett Morgen takes a closer look at Goodall's life, early career, time working in Tanzania, and her relationship with her husband Hugo van Lawick.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.