8 spellbinding documentaries you need to watch in 2015

 By 
Yohana Desta
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Film buffs, it's time to flex your documentary knowledge.

The new year is ushering in an array of worthy, fascinating documentaries on everything from entertainment to wildlife. From a terrifying look at the black market of endangered species to a frank look at artists like Nina Simone, there are a lot of films to keep tabs on in 2015.

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While this list is in no way comprehensive, here are a just a few of the new year's most anticipated documentaries.

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