: Widely considered one of the greatest "making-of" documentaries, chronicling the chaotic and nearly industry-breaking production of Apocalypse Now Modern Challenges & Systemic Issues

Documentaries about show business are not a new phenomenon, but their purpose has fundamentally shifted. Early iterations were primarily promotional tools. Network television specials and DVD "behind-the-scenes" featurettes were tightly controlled by studio publicists. They served as extended advertisements designed to celebrate the genius of a director or the camaraderie of a cast.

The surging popularity of these documentaries boils down to human psychology and changing consumer expectations.