‘Wog’ humour, tense US politics and real-world monsters: what to watch in November

Wog Humour, Tense US Politics and Real-World Monsters: What to Watch in November

November offers a rich mix of streaming content — from gripping political thrillers to intimate documentaries and inventive animation. As the year draws to a close, critics highlight series and films designed to captivate, comfort, and challenge audiences.

Highlights of the Month

The Diplomat returns with a new season, deepening its web of diplomacy and intrigue.
British reality shows promise addictive drama and clever social experiments.
A tense American political series imagines a world untouched by Trump-era divisions.
A 1990s-themed “filmic time capsule” revives nostalgia with cinematic storytelling.

Documentary Spotlight: Surviving Malka Leifer

Surviving Malka Leifer, directed by Adam Kamien, documents the survivors of abuse by Malka Leifer. The film follows sisters Nicole Meyer, Dassi Erlich, and Elly Sapper as they recount their trauma and reclaim their voices.

“The sisters are interviewed alone and together, revealing their pain and their strength through deeply personal video diaries.”

Visual metaphors intensify the storytelling: dollhouses, classrooms, and courtrooms transform into symbolic spaces where dolls represent the sisters. A moving spider looms across these miniature sets, evoking fear and tension.

Freya Berkhout’s haunting music and the raw honesty of the survivors combine to create an atmosphere of fragility and resilience, making the documentary both painful and powerful to watch.

Animation with Heart

From the creator of Bojack Horseman comes a new animated work that blends humor and empathy, exploring emotional vulnerability through distinctive storytelling.

Author’s Summary

This November brings striking stories of endurance, political drama, and rich artistry, revealing human courage through film, animation, and documentary form.

The Conversation — 2025-11-03