Netflix has finally come to Australia and for some of us it's the only thing that's got us through this past long winter. 

While you're recovering from the last season of "Orange Is the New Black" and waiting for the next season of "Stranger Things," here are some thought provoking documentaries to explore. Despite the sometimes confronting subject matter, many of these films are uplifting and from interesting points of view. 

Our top 11 Netflix picks for Global Citizens to watch right now:

'Food Inc.'

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Oscar nominated documentary that looks at the health and environmental impact of the food we eat.

'Blackfish'

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A documentary examining the life of the killer whale Tilikum while living in captivity.

'Living on One Dollar'


Four American friends travel to Guatemala and attempt to live on $1 per day to experience living in extreme poverty.

'Cowspiracy'


Looks at the impact factory farming has on the planet.

'The Mask You Live In' 


What does it to be a man? Looking at how boys are taught about masculinity and how to raise a healthy generation of men.

'Girl Rising'


A story about 9 different girls from around the world facing obstacles and injustice. You'll find their courage to create change inspiring.

'Born Into Brothels'

These children are born into families of prostitutes in Calcutta's worst slums. See their unique points of view when they are given cameras for the first time.

'Salam Neighbour' 

Filmmakers pull back the curtain on the world's biggest humanitarian crisis when they go to live in a Syrian refugee camp.

'Finding Home'

Follow the lives of three Cambodian women who were once victims of sex trafficking.

'The Testimony' 

Chronicles the longest rape trial in Congo and the brave women who told their stories.

'The True Cost'


Looks at the price of fashion and the factory workers who make our clothes.

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11 Films to Watch on Australian Netflix Right Now

By Marnie Cunningham