Top Picks and Awards
What's your pleasure? Here are lists of Oscar winners and my favorite documentary films. These documentary films deserve to be watched more than once.
Academy Awards 2010 Documentaries Short List
Of the numerous films submitted to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, these fifteen films have been selected for the short list from which voting members will choose five nominees for Best Documentary Oscar of 2010.
Of the numerous films submitted to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, these fifteen films have been selected for the short list from which voting members will choose five nominees for Best Documentary Oscar of 2010.
Great Documentaries to Give as Holiday Gifts in 2009
Documentary films tell real life stories about people who have special interests and special needs. With the wide variety of subjects covered, you can surely find a movie that perfectly matches the interests of someone special to you.
Documentary films tell real life stories about people who have special interests and special needs. With the wide variety of subjects covered, you can surely find a movie that perfectly matches the interests of someone special to you.
Cinema Eye Awards 2010 - Nominated Films
The Cinema Eye Awards honor nonfiction films in specific categories, including Outstanding Achievement in Nonfiction Feature Filmmaking, best direction, best cinematography, best special effects and best editing, among others. This is the full list of documentaries nominated for the 2010 Cinema Eye Awards, to be presented January 15, 2010 in the Times Center in New York City.
The Cinema Eye Awards honor nonfiction films in specific categories, including Outstanding Achievement in Nonfiction Feature Filmmaking, best direction, best cinematography, best special effects and best editing, among others. This is the full list of documentaries nominated for the 2010 Cinema Eye Awards, to be presented January 15, 2010 in the Times Center in New York City.
Cinema Eye Awards 2010 - Eligible Documentaries
Here is the list of documentaries eligible for the 2009 Cinema Eye Awards. The Cinema Eye Honors for Nonfiction Filmmaking recognize and honor exemplary craft and innovation in nonfiction film. Cinema Eye’s mission is to advocate for, recognize and promote the highest commitment to rigor and artistry in the nonfiction field. The films are selected by leading documentary film festival programmers.
Here is the list of documentaries eligible for the 2009 Cinema Eye Awards. The Cinema Eye Honors for Nonfiction Filmmaking recognize and honor exemplary craft and innovation in nonfiction film. Cinema Eye’s mission is to advocate for, recognize and promote the highest commitment to rigor and artistry in the nonfiction field. The films are selected by leading documentary film festival programmers.
The Best Documentary Films of 2009
The best documentary films of 2009 use a wide range of cinematic techniques and effects -- including infra red cameras, animation and graphics -- to present compelling stories elucidating the pressing issues of our day, including environmental and social issues of global importance. Many are enlightening travelogs that take you to Earth's remote areas to bring home the point that we must be more …
The best documentary films of 2009 use a wide range of cinematic techniques and effects -- including infra red cameras, animation and graphics -- to present compelling stories elucidating the pressing issues of our day, including environmental and social issues of global importance. Many are enlightening travelogs that take you to Earth's remote areas to bring home the point that we must be more …
Emmy Awards Nominees for Best Documentary - 2009
A list of films nominated for the Emmy for Best Documentary in 2009.
A list of films nominated for the Emmy for Best Documentary in 2009.
Favorite Documentaries - List Your Favorite Documentaries and Why
Sometimes you like a documentary because it embraces and supports a cause that is of particular interest to you. Other documentaries appeal because they reveal the quirkier aspects of human nature or bring us close to wildlife in its natural habitat. Or, you name it. There are dozens of reasons why documentaries are meaningful and can make a difference in your life and the world around you. Share…
Sometimes you like a documentary because it embraces and supports a cause that is of particular interest to you. Other documentaries appeal because they reveal the quirkier aspects of human nature or bring us close to wildlife in its natural habitat. Or, you name it. There are dozens of reasons why documentaries are meaningful and can make a difference in your life and the world around you. Share…
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Cinema Eye Awards - All About The Cinema Eye Awards for Documentaries
The Cinema Eye Awards are presented exclusively to documentary films and filmmakers in recognition of the craftsmanship, skills and artistry expressed in nonfiction filmmaking. These are the only documentary film awards presented in ten categories, including direction, cinematography, editing and special effects, among others.
The Cinema Eye Awards are presented exclusively to documentary films and filmmakers in recognition of the craftsmanship, skills and artistry expressed in nonfiction filmmaking. These are the only documentary film awards presented in ten categories, including direction, cinematography, editing and special effects, among others.
Cinema Eye Awards For Documentary Films - 2008 Cinema Eye Awards Winners
2008 Cinema Eye Awards winners and nominees in all categories, including best film, best direction, best cinematography, best producer, best editing, best graphics, best special effects, best music and more.
2008 Cinema Eye Awards winners and nominees in all categories, including best film, best direction, best cinematography, best producer, best editing, best graphics, best special effects, best music and more.
Cinema Eye Awards - 2009 Nominees
The Cinema Eye Awards honor nonfiction films in ten categories, including Best Feature, Best Direction, Best Cinematography, Best First Feature, Best Music and Audience Choice Award. These are the 2009 nominees.
The Cinema Eye Awards honor nonfiction films in ten categories, including Best Feature, Best Direction, Best Cinematography, Best First Feature, Best Music and Audience Choice Award. These are the 2009 nominees.
Emmy Award-Winning Documentaries - 2008
The Academy of Television Arts and Sciences recognize achievements in several nonfiction categories, including documentary films. These documentaries won Emmys in 2008.
The Academy of Television Arts and Sciences recognize achievements in several nonfiction categories, including documentary films. These documentaries won Emmys in 2008.
Documentaries That Inspire New Year's Resolutions
Resolutions run rampant at the start of the year. For 2009, make one of yours the commitment to make a difference by taking action on something that's been bugging you. It might be pollution, waste of resources, child abuse or any other pressing issue that's impacting your neighborhood or the world at large. This list of documentaries will help you to prioritize.
Resolutions run rampant at the start of the year. For 2009, make one of yours the commitment to make a difference by taking action on something that's been bugging you. It might be pollution, waste of resources, child abuse or any other pressing issue that's impacting your neighborhood or the world at large. This list of documentaries will help you to prioritize.
Academy Awards Documentary Rules
Academy Awards Qualifying Requirements for Documentary Films
Academy Awards Qualifying Requirements for Documentary Films
Oscars 2008 Best Documentaries Short List
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences' Documentary Branch Nominating Committee has shortlisted fifteen films for consideration for the 2008 Oscar for Best Documentary Feature. Five will make it to the voting ballot. One will win the golden statuette.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences' Documentary Branch Nominating Committee has shortlisted fifteen films for consideration for the 2008 Oscar for Best Documentary Feature. Five will make it to the voting ballot. One will win the golden statuette.
Holiday Documentaries - Documentaries to Brighten Your Holiday Season
After that holiday meal, move everyone into the den to watch documentaries that entertain, educate and inpire. These films will dkep loved ones of all ages happy while you clean up--or leave the dishes for later and join the viewing party.
After that holiday meal, move everyone into the den to watch documentaries that entertain, educate and inpire. These films will dkep loved ones of all ages happy while you clean up--or leave the dishes for later and join the viewing party.
Top 10 Documentary Films of 2008
Proliferation of documentaries has continued thoughout 2008, producing superb films on numerous important and fascinating subjects. The spotlight shines on the environment and environmental issues, world politics and the profusion of war around the world, personal accomplishments, adventures and the search for family roots. This is my list of 2008's best documentaries
Proliferation of documentaries has continued thoughout 2008, producing superb films on numerous important and fascinating subjects. The spotlight shines on the environment and environmental issues, world politics and the profusion of war around the world, personal accomplishments, adventures and the search for family roots. This is my list of 2008's best documentaries
Best Animal Documentaries - Best Documentary Films About Animals
Whether they track tigers or tail whales, or simply tell the truth about cats and dogs, animal documentaries are favorites with audiences of all ages. Here's a list of outstanding animal documentaries that are sure to please you.
Whether they track tigers or tail whales, or simply tell the truth about cats and dogs, animal documentaries are favorites with audiences of all ages. Here's a list of outstanding animal documentaries that are sure to please you.
2008 Emmy Awards Nominees - Nonfiction Emmy Awards Nominees
The list of Emmy Awards nominees in ten non-fiction categories
The list of Emmy Awards nominees in ten non-fiction categories
Cinema Eye Awards for Documentary Filmmaking
The Cinema Eye Awards, co-founded in 2008 by documentary programmer Thom Powers and filmmaker AJ Schnack, are the first to recognize filmmakers working in the genre for behind-the-scenes craftsmanship: outstanding achievement in direction, cinematography, editing, producing, graphics and animation.
The Cinema Eye Awards, co-founded in 2008 by documentary programmer Thom Powers and filmmaker AJ Schnack, are the first to recognize filmmakers working in the genre for behind-the-scenes craftsmanship: outstanding achievement in direction, cinematography, editing, producing, graphics and animation.
Documentaries That Inspire
Narrative features usually have happy endings. Not so with documentaries. Why? Because docs deal with issues and tell of difficult situations in which happy endings are rare.[p]But, happy ending or no, when something good happens in a doc, you can believe it. It reflects something good that's happened in life--usually stemming from a personal commitment to make a difference. And, you can allow yo…
Narrative features usually have happy endings. Not so with documentaries. Why? Because docs deal with issues and tell of difficult situations in which happy endings are rare.[p]But, happy ending or no, when something good happens in a doc, you can believe it. It reflects something good that's happened in life--usually stemming from a personal commitment to make a difference. And, you can allow yo…
All About Documentaries and The Oscars
A guide to the Academy Awards and Documentary Film, covering the films nominated for Best Documentary Feature of 2007, background information about how nominees are selected and who votes, plus lists of winners in previous years.
A guide to the Academy Awards and Documentary Film, covering the films nominated for Best Documentary Feature of 2007, background information about how nominees are selected and who votes, plus lists of winners in previous years.
Top Ten Documentaries of 2007
Hundreds of documentaries produced during 2007 range from films about American polcies and mores to serious indictments of war. Others delve into the complexities and charms of America's cultural expressions. Of all, these are, in alphabetical order, my favorites.
Hundreds of documentaries produced during 2007 range from films about American polcies and mores to serious indictments of war. Others delve into the complexities and charms of America's cultural expressions. Of all, these are, in alphabetical order, my favorites.
Oscars 2007 Best Documentaries Shortlist
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences' Documentaries Nominating Committee has shortlisted these fifteen films for consideration for the 2007 Oscar for Best Documentary Feature.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences' Documentaries Nominating Committee has shortlisted these fifteen films for consideration for the 2007 Oscar for Best Documentary Feature.
Top Ten for Music Lovers
Want to find a great music documentary to fill out your collection or give as a gift to a music lover? This list presents ten top music docs that fit the bill--whether you prefer classical, rock or country music.
Want to find a great music documentary to fill out your collection or give as a gift to a music lover? This list presents ten top music docs that fit the bill--whether you prefer classical, rock or country music.
Must-See Documentaries
These documentary films vary greatly in subject matter and style, but they'll all grab hold of you and make you want to watch them time and time again.
These documentary films vary greatly in subject matter and style, but they'll all grab hold of you and make you want to watch them time and time again.
Oscar Winners - 2000s
Academy Award winning documentary films, listed by year from 2000 to 2006.
Academy Award winning documentary films, listed by year from 2000 to 2006.
Oscar Winners - 1990s
Academy Award winning documentary films from the years 1990 to 1999.
Academy Award winning documentary films from the years 1990 to 1999.
Oscar Winners - 1980s
Academy Award winning documentary films from the years 1980 to 1989
Academy Award winning documentary films from the years 1980 to 1989
Best Documentaries for Kids - Great Documentary Films for Children
These documentaries are entertaining, educational and enlightening films will set excellent standards for the life-long movie watching habit that begins in childhood.
These documentaries are entertaining, educational and enlightening films will set excellent standards for the life-long movie watching habit that begins in childhood.