The biography, or "biopic", is a genre that portrays the life story of a real person, often a notable individual or historical figure. They aim to provide a depiction of the subject's personal history, achievements, challenges, and impact on society.

Ben Kingsley, Rohini Hattangadi, and Geraldine James in Gandhi (1982)

The crime genre features criminal activities, investigations, law enforcement, crimes, and the pursuit of justice. Crime stories often revolve around the planning, execution, and consequences of criminal acts, as well as the efforts to solve and prevent such acts. They explore various aspects of criminal behavior, motives, and the moral dilemmas faced by both perpetrators and those seeking to uphold the law.

James Gandolfini, Edie Falco, Sharon Angela, Max Casella, Dan Grimaldi, Joe Perrino, Donna Pescow, Jamie Lynn Sigler, Tony Sirico, and Michael Drayer in The Sopranos (1999)

The documentary is a form of non-fiction storytelling that aims to present factual information, insights, and perspectives on real-world subjects, events, issues, or people. Documentaries can cover a wide range of topics, including history, science, culture, social issues, nature, biographies, and more.

Dziga Vertov in Man with a Movie Camera (1929)

The history genre features recounting and analyzing past events, societies, cultures, and historical figures. This genre aims to provide insights into the development of civilizations, the causes and consequences of historical events, and the impact of individuals and ideas on the course of history.

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Richard Dreyfuss, Eric Roberts, and Anthony LaPaglia in Lansky (1999)

Ashley Judd and Luke Perry in Normal Life (1996)

Anne Heche, Ione Skye, Missy Crider, and Bahni Turpin in Girls in Prison (1994)

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Robert De Niro, Bill Murray, and Uma Thurman in Mad Dog and Glory (1993)

Michael Rooker in Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer (1986)

Bill Murray, James Spader, Lara Flynn Boyle, Catherine O'Hara, and Melora Walters in Speaking of Sex (2001)

Salma Hayek and Antonio Sabato Jr. in Rebel Highway (1994)

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