Ikarus

When amateur cyclist and documentary filmmaker Bryan Fogel sets out to expose the doping program in international sports, he finds an unlikely ally in Grigory Rodchenkov, a Russian scientist. What begins as an experiment quickly spirals into a geopolitical thriller as Rodchenkov becomes the subject of a massive investigation, forcing him to flee his home and seek protection in the United States.

Icarus was widely acclaimed by critics for its gripping narrative, shocking revelations, and the sheer audacity of its subject matter. The documentary is praised for its investigative journalism, its ability to transform a complex doping scandal into a deeply personal and suspenseful story, and for highlighting the pervasive corruption in professional sports.

• A thrilling and eye-opening exposé of state-sponsored doping.

• Effectively balances a personal story with a vast geopolitical scandal.

• Praised for its bravery and the shocking nature of its revelations.

Google audience: Viewers lauded Icarus as a must-watch documentary, highlighting its shocking twists and turns and the bravery of its participants in exposing widespread corruption. Many found the story incredibly compelling and appreciated the deep dive into the complexities of sports doping and international politics.

Won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature at the 90th Academy Awards.

The film's co-director and subject, Bryan Fogel, initially intended for the documentary to be a personal experiment to see if he could get away with doping, but the scope dramatically shifted when Grigory Rodchenkov became a whistleblower.