Best Documentary Movies of 1978

The highest-rated documentary films from 1978, ranked by MovieMagicScore based on authentic viewer ratings.

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The Last Waltz

1978

Martin Scorsese's documentary intertwines footage from The Band's incredible farewell tour with probing backstage interviews and featured performances by Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Van Morrison, and other rock legends.

7.6

Gates of Heaven

1978

A documentary about a pet cemetery in California, and the people who have pets buried there.

6.8

Faces of Death

1978

A collection of death scenes, ranging from TV-material to home-made super-8 movies. The common factor is death by some means.

4.5

Best Documentary Movies of 1978

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