Reviews
Your source for information about documentary films, what they are about and whether they are worth seeing. You'll find contemporary and classical documentary films covered here.
A Man Named Pearl - Review of A Man Named Pearl -2008
A Man Named Pearl is a documentary about self-taught topiary gardener Pearl Fryar who transformed his three and a half acre yard in Bishopville, South Carolina, into a wonderland worthy of Alice, and became a local hero by attracting tourism to his impoverished community and county.
A Man Named Pearl is a documentary about self-taught topiary gardener Pearl Fryar who transformed his three and a half acre yard in Bishopville, South Carolina, into a wonderland worthy of Alice, and became a local hero by attracting tourism to his impoverished community and county.
A Walk to Beautiful - Review of Walk To Beautiful -2008
This documentary film follows five young Ethiopian women who suffer from obstetric fistula, as they struggle to get treatment that will cure them and allow them to reenter the communities that have ostracized them because of their condition--which causes them to continually leak urine.
This documentary film follows five young Ethiopian women who suffer from obstetric fistula, as they struggle to get treatment that will cure them and allow them to reenter the communities that have ostracized them because of their condition--which causes them to continually leak urine.
Afghan Star - Movie Review of Afghan Star
Afghan Star follows three singing sensations as they make their bid to become the winner of Afghanistan's very popular reality TV show, one of the international spin offs of American Idol.
Afghan Star follows three singing sensations as they make their bid to become the winner of Afghanistan's very popular reality TV show, one of the international spin offs of American Idol.
Air Guitar Nation (2006)
This rollicking documentary film makes you want to grab some air and join the fun.
This rollicking documentary film makes you want to grab some air and join the fun.
America The Beautiful (2007) - Movie Review
America's obsession with beauty is the subject of filmmaker Darryl Roberts investigative documentary, which includes interviews with celebrities and models, image makers, young girls who're impacted by America's unattainable beauty standards, victims of the beauty battle and advocates for women to accept themselves as they are.
America's obsession with beauty is the subject of filmmaker Darryl Roberts investigative documentary, which includes interviews with celebrities and models, image makers, young girls who're impacted by America's unattainable beauty standards, victims of the beauty battle and advocates for women to accept themselves as they are.
American Teen (2008) - Movie Review of American Teen
American Teen is a documentary that follow's several small town Indiana teenagers through their senior year in high school, showing how they cope with trying to fit in with their peers, deal with their parents and the pressures of growing up and decide who they want to be and what they want to do in the future.
American Teen is a documentary that follow's several small town Indiana teenagers through their senior year in high school, showing how they cope with trying to fit in with their peers, deal with their parents and the pressures of growing up and decide who they want to be and what they want to do in the future.
An Inconvenient Truth (2006)
Davis Guggenheim's Oscar-winning documentary focuses on the issue of global warming, as explained by former Vice President Al Gore in his one-man slide show.
Davis Guggenheim's Oscar-winning documentary focuses on the issue of global warming, as explained by former Vice President Al Gore in his one-man slide show.
Anvil! The Story of Anvil! - Movie Review of Anvil!
Anvil! The Story of Anvil! documents the amazing careers of heavy metal musicians Steve 'Lips' Kudlow and Robb Reiner as they survive day jobs to rock for ages.
Anvil! The Story of Anvil! documents the amazing careers of heavy metal musicians Steve 'Lips' Kudlow and Robb Reiner as they survive day jobs to rock for ages.
Arctic Tale (2007)
In this documentary film, Nanu, the polar bear cub, and Seela, the walrus pup, are among the Arctic creatures who suffer the effects of global warming.
In this documentary film, Nanu, the polar bear cub, and Seela, the walrus pup, are among the Arctic creatures who suffer the effects of global warming.
Art & Copy - Movie Review of Art & Copy - 2009
In Art & Copy, director Doug Pray traces the birth of modern advertising to the marriage of art and copy, when designers and writers got together to talk concept. The film further presents advertising as a force to raise social values by enabling people - consumers - to dream big and do.
In Art & Copy, director Doug Pray traces the birth of modern advertising to the marriage of art and copy, when designers and writers got together to talk concept. The film further presents advertising as a force to raise social values by enabling people - consumers - to dream big and do.
At The Edge Of the World - Movie Review - 2008
Director Dan Stone chronicles the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society's 3rd Antarctic Campaign, in which two small and meagerly equipped ships set out to prevent the Japanese whaling fleet from illegally killing cetaceans in the Ross Sea, and internationally designated whale sanctuary. It's a David and Goliath thriller filled with adventure set against the sweeping magnificence of Antarctica.
Director Dan Stone chronicles the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society's 3rd Antarctic Campaign, in which two small and meagerly equipped ships set out to prevent the Japanese whaling fleet from illegally killing cetaceans in the Ross Sea, and internationally designated whale sanctuary. It's a David and Goliath thriller filled with adventure set against the sweeping magnificence of Antarctica.
Autism: The Musical (2007)
Director Tricia Regan presents Elaine Hall who creates the Miracle Project to help her adopted autistic child. In the project, autistic kids (and their parents) create a musical, but the film focuses on the interaction of the kids with each other and with Elaine, whose patience and commitment are extraordinary.
Director Tricia Regan presents Elaine Hall who creates the Miracle Project to help her adopted autistic child. In the project, autistic kids (and their parents) create a musical, but the film focuses on the interaction of the kids with each other and with Elaine, whose patience and commitment are extraordinary.
Axe In The Attic (2007)
A pair of northern documentary filmmakers head south to check on the status of post-Katrina New Orleans and what has happened to the people who had to flee the flooding.
A pair of northern documentary filmmakers head south to check on the status of post-Katrina New Orleans and what has happened to the people who had to flee the flooding.
Baghdad High (2007) - Movie Review of Baghdad High
In Baghdad High, directors Ivan O'Mahoney and Laura Winter, give digital movie cameras to four Iraqi teenage boys from different religious backgrounds to document their senior year in a Baghdad high school.
In Baghdad High, directors Ivan O'Mahoney and Laura Winter, give digital movie cameras to four Iraqi teenage boys from different religious backgrounds to document their senior year in a Baghdad high school.
Ballerina - Movie Review of Ballerina - 2009
French filmmaker Bertrand Normand's lovely, revealing portrait of five leading Russian ballerinas and their careers at St. Petersburg's Kirov Ballet.
French filmmaker Bertrand Normand's lovely, revealing portrait of five leading Russian ballerinas and their careers at St. Petersburg's Kirov Ballet.
Beaches of Agnes (Les Plages d'Agnes) - Movie Review
French filmmaker Agnes Varda focuses on herself in stylish mix of verite and reenactment in which she examines her childhood on the beach, her marriage to Jacques Demy and her career among cinematic greats such as Jane Birkin, Catherine Deneuve, Robert De Niro, Gérard Depardieu, Harrison Ford, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Jim Morrison and Philippe Noiret, among others.
French filmmaker Agnes Varda focuses on herself in stylish mix of verite and reenactment in which she examines her childhood on the beach, her marriage to Jacques Demy and her career among cinematic greats such as Jane Birkin, Catherine Deneuve, Robert De Niro, Gérard Depardieu, Harrison Ford, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Jim Morrison and Philippe Noiret, among others.
Bigger, Stronger, Faster (2008)
Chris Bell's highly personal documentary follows the filmmaker's own path as he struggles to find his place in his family and define his personal goals with regards to athletics and the use of steroids.
Chris Bell's highly personal documentary follows the filmmaker's own path as he struggles to find his place in his family and define his personal goals with regards to athletics and the use of steroids.
Billy The Kid - Movie Review of Billy The Kid - 2007
In Billy the Kid, filmmaker Jennifer Venditti follows 15-year old Billy Price around his home town of Lisbon Falls, Maine.
In Billy the Kid, filmmaker Jennifer Venditti follows 15-year old Billy Price around his home town of Lisbon Falls, Maine.
Blessed Is The Match - Review of Blessed Is The Match
Blessed Is The Match - The Life and Death of Hannah Senesh is the heartbreaking Holocaust story of a young Jewish women, Hannah Senesh, who'd emigrated from Hungary to Palestine, but parachuted into her native country to try to save the Jewish community--including her mother--from death at the hands of Hungarian Nazis.
Blessed Is The Match - The Life and Death of Hannah Senesh is the heartbreaking Holocaust story of a young Jewish women, Hannah Senesh, who'd emigrated from Hungary to Palestine, but parachuted into her native country to try to save the Jewish community--including her mother--from death at the hands of Hungarian Nazis.
Blindsight - Movie Review of Blindsight - 2007
Blindsight is about six blind Tibetan teenagers who, guided by seven-summit blind mountain climber Erik Weihenmayer and a team of Americans, set out to climb the Lhakpa-Ri peak of Mount Everest.
Blindsight is about six blind Tibetan teenagers who, guided by seven-summit blind mountain climber Erik Weihenmayer and a team of Americans, set out to climb the Lhakpa-Ri peak of Mount Everest.
Blood in the Face (1991)
Blood in the Face is a documentary film about America's White supremacist movement, including the Ku Klux Klan, American Nazi Party, Aryan Nation and The Order.
Blood in the Face is a documentary film about America's White supremacist movement, including the Ku Klux Klan, American Nazi Party, Aryan Nation and The Order.
Bloodline (2008)
In his investigation of the legend that Jesus survived crucifixion, married Mary Magdalene and fathered children who married French royalty, British director Bruce Burgess claims to present new evidence--including the mummified body of Mary Magdalene.
In his investigation of the legend that Jesus survived crucifixion, married Mary Magdalene and fathered children who married French royalty, British director Bruce Burgess claims to present new evidence--including the mummified body of Mary Magdalene.
Body of War (2007) - Movie Review
Body of War tells the heart wrenching story of how 22-year-old Tomas Young enlisted to serve his country and became a victim of the Iraq War.
Body of War tells the heart wrenching story of how 22-year-old Tomas Young enlisted to serve his country and became a victim of the Iraq War.
Bowling For Columbine (2002)
In this entertaining and eye-opening documentary, director Michael Moore travels across the United States and into Canada to investigate America's gun culture by questioning legislators and officials, NRA members and gun control advocates, victims of crime and ordinary citizens. The title refers to the teenage massacre at Columbine High School in Littleton, Colorado.
In this entertaining and eye-opening documentary, director Michael Moore travels across the United States and into Canada to investigate America's gun culture by questioning legislators and officials, NRA members and gun control advocates, victims of crime and ordinary citizens. The title refers to the teenage massacre at Columbine High School in Littleton, Colorado.
Business of Being Born (2007)
In The Business of Being Born, director Abby Epstein and producer Ricki Lake focus on childbearing practices in the United States in much the same way Michael Moore highlights America's health care system in Sicko. The film shows how the medical establishment deals with birthing and suggests midwifery and home delivery as a viable alternative for women who wish to avoid invasive procedures.
In The Business of Being Born, director Abby Epstein and producer Ricki Lake focus on childbearing practices in the United States in much the same way Michael Moore highlights America's health care system in Sicko. The film shows how the medical establishment deals with birthing and suggests midwifery and home delivery as a viable alternative for women who wish to avoid invasive procedures.
Capitalism: A Love Story - Movie Review - 2009
Filmmaker Michael Moore investigates and comments on the current economic crisis.
Filmmaker Michael Moore investigates and comments on the current economic crisis.
Cool School (2007) - Movie Review
The Cool School is a documentary film about the work and lifestyle of the clique of modern artists who created the thriving contemporary art scene in Los Angeles during the 1950s.
The Cool School is a documentary film about the work and lifestyle of the clique of modern artists who created the thriving contemporary art scene in Los Angeles during the 1950s.
Cove - Movie Review of The Cove - 2009
Filmmaker Louis Psihoyos follows animal rights activist Richard O'Barry in this shocker of a documentary that effectively exposes the annual secret slaughter of thousands of dolphins by a greedy community of Japanese fishermen, supported by a complicit Japanese government and international whaling commission.
Filmmaker Louis Psihoyos follows animal rights activist Richard O'Barry in this shocker of a documentary that effectively exposes the annual secret slaughter of thousands of dolphins by a greedy community of Japanese fishermen, supported by a complicit Japanese government and international whaling commission.
Crips and Bloods: Made In America - Movie Review - 2008
Crips and Bloods: Made In America is director Stacy Peralta's insider investigation of two infamous African-American gangs that rule South Central Los Angeles, the area where America's two bloodiest and most costly incidents of civil unrest occurred--27 years and three miles apart.
Crips and Bloods: Made In America is director Stacy Peralta's insider investigation of two infamous African-American gangs that rule South Central Los Angeles, the area where America's two bloodiest and most costly incidents of civil unrest occurred--27 years and three miles apart.
Cross - The Arthur Blessitt Story - Movie Review - 2009
The Cross - The Arthur Blessitt Story is about the 40-year journey of Arthur, Blessitt, who walked around the world with a twelve-foot cross on his back.
The Cross - The Arthur Blessitt Story is about the 40-year journey of Arthur, Blessitt, who walked around the world with a twelve-foot cross on his back.
Crude - Movie Review - 2009
Filmmaker Joe Berlinger exposes the Texaco/Chevron toxic waste contamination of thousands of square miles of the Ecuadorian Amazon and rain forest, and chronicles the efforts of local tribes and international conservation and human rights organizations to get remediation.
Filmmaker Joe Berlinger exposes the Texaco/Chevron toxic waste contamination of thousands of square miles of the Ecuadorian Amazon and rain forest, and chronicles the efforts of local tribes and international conservation and human rights organizations to get remediation.
Dance For Camera 1/Dance for Camera 2 (2007)
A brilliant selection of documented dances. For each, directors use their cameras to capture the fluidity of movement within the dancers' bodies, thereby drawing you into the dynamics and emotion of the choreography. These breathtaking films are pure pleasure for anyone who loves dance, and essential primers for anyone who wants to know more about it.
A brilliant selection of documented dances. For each, directors use their cameras to capture the fluidity of movement within the dancers' bodies, thereby drawing you into the dynamics and emotion of the choreography. These breathtaking films are pure pleasure for anyone who loves dance, and essential primers for anyone who wants to know more about it.
Darfur Now (2007)
In Darfur Now, documentary filmmaker Ted Braun focuses on the genocide taking place in the westernmost region of Sudan. It’s a situation that desperately needs exposure.
In Darfur Now, documentary filmmaker Ted Braun focuses on the genocide taking place in the westernmost region of Sudan. It’s a situation that desperately needs exposure.
Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father - Movie Review
Filmmaker Kurt Kuenne set out to make a memorial about his best friend, Dr. Andrew Bagby, with the intention of giving the tribute to Dr. Bagby‘s son, Zachary, so the boy--unborn at the time of Dr. Bagby‘s brutal murder, would know about the father whom he would never be able to meet.
Filmmaker Kurt Kuenne set out to make a memorial about his best friend, Dr. Andrew Bagby, with the intention of giving the tribute to Dr. Bagby‘s son, Zachary, so the boy--unborn at the time of Dr. Bagby‘s brutal murder, would know about the father whom he would never be able to meet.
Deliver Us From Evil (2006)
This documentary film presents a harrowing exposé of child abuse by Catholic clergy.
This documentary film presents a harrowing exposé of child abuse by Catholic clergy.
Desert Bayou (2007)
Film review of Desert Bayou, a documentary about African Americans evacuated from post-Katrina New Orleans to Utah.
Film review of Desert Bayou, a documentary about African Americans evacuated from post-Katrina New Orleans to Utah.
Devil Came On Horseback (2006)
A documentary film about Brian Steidle, an ex-Marine who has become an activist committed to stopping the genocide in Darfur.
A documentary film about Brian Steidle, an ex-Marine who has become an activist committed to stopping the genocide in Darfur.
Disarm. - Movie Review of Disarm.- 2005 - DVD 2009
Disarm. is an in depth study and status report about the humanitarian effort, lead by Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Jody Williams, to ban the manufacture and trade of all landmines, and to find, remove and disarm all of the landmines that are still endangering innocent citizens in war-torn countries around the globe.
Disarm. is an in depth study and status report about the humanitarian effort, lead by Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Jody Williams, to ban the manufacture and trade of all landmines, and to find, remove and disarm all of the landmines that are still endangering innocent citizens in war-torn countries around the globe.
Dixie Chicks: Shut Up and Sing (2006)
Barbara Kopple's documentary about The Dixie Chicks chronicles the groups' come back after Natalie Maines made an off the cuff comment about the Iraq War and conservatives demanded radio stations stop playing their songs.
Barbara Kopple's documentary about The Dixie Chicks chronicles the groups' come back after Natalie Maines made an off the cuff comment about the Iraq War and conservatives demanded radio stations stop playing their songs.
Earth Days - Movie Review of Earth Days -2009
Earth Day's the annual event staged to raise environmental awareness and boost efforts to establish policies and practices to sustain human life on Earth. Earth Days chronicles the environmental movement's advances during the 1960s and 70s, when the US nearly set up an eco-friendly, sustainable energy program. Then what happened?
Earth Day's the annual event staged to raise environmental awareness and boost efforts to establish policies and practices to sustain human life on Earth. Earth Days chronicles the environmental movement's advances during the 1960s and 70s, when the US nearly set up an eco-friendly, sustainable energy program. Then what happened?
Eleven Minutes - 2009 - Movie Review of Eleven Minutes
Eleven Minutes covers the real life fashion runway debut of Jay McCarroll, the designer who won the first season of Project Runway, the fashion biz reality TV show.
Eleven Minutes covers the real life fashion runway debut of Jay McCarroll, the designer who won the first season of Project Runway, the fashion biz reality TV show.
Eleventh Hour (2007)
This documentary film, produced and narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio, is a global warning that global warming will soon make our planet uninhabitable for human beings.
This documentary film, produced and narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio, is a global warning that global warming will soon make our planet uninhabitable for human beings.
Encounters At the End of The World (2008)
Werner Herzog goes on a trip to Antarctica where he films daily life among scientists and support staff working at McMurdo Research Station. Herzog's footage--including amazing underwater sequences--shows us the wonder of it all, while his first person narrative poses some quirky questions about humankind and nature.
Werner Herzog goes on a trip to Antarctica where he films daily life among scientists and support staff working at McMurdo Research Station. Herzog's footage--including amazing underwater sequences--shows us the wonder of it all, while his first person narrative poses some quirky questions about humankind and nature.
End Of America - Movie Review - 2008
'The End Of America' presents a ten step blueprint used by Hitler and other dictators to subvert democratic process and crush personal freedoms. It compares events leading to the Third Reich to what's happened in the U.S. during the past eight years. Very convincing. Should be required viewing all old enough to vote or join the army.
'The End Of America' presents a ten step blueprint used by Hitler and other dictators to subvert democratic process and crush personal freedoms. It compares events leading to the Third Reich to what's happened in the U.S. during the past eight years. Very convincing. Should be required viewing all old enough to vote or join the army.
Every Little Step - Review of Every Little Step - 2008
In Every Little Step, directors James D. Stern and Adam Del Deo chronicle the audition process for the 2006 Broadway revival of A Chorus Line, Michael Bennett’s legendary musical that shows a group of talented young ‘gypsies’ who are auditioning for a new musical show. Behind-the-scenes glimpses at Broadway's audition process are fascinating, and the talented performers are superbly entertaining.
In Every Little Step, directors James D. Stern and Adam Del Deo chronicle the audition process for the 2006 Broadway revival of A Chorus Line, Michael Bennett’s legendary musical that shows a group of talented young ‘gypsies’ who are auditioning for a new musical show. Behind-the-scenes glimpses at Broadway's audition process are fascinating, and the talented performers are superbly entertaining.
First Saturday in May (2007) - Movie Review
Directors John and Brad Hennegan follow six horse trainers as they put their amazing and beautiful thoroughbreds--including the fabulous and tragic Barbaro--through the paces leading up to the Kentucky Derby, the annual race that’s known as “the most exciting two minutes in sports.“
Directors John and Brad Hennegan follow six horse trainers as they put their amazing and beautiful thoroughbreds--including the fabulous and tragic Barbaro--through the paces leading up to the Kentucky Derby, the annual race that’s known as “the most exciting two minutes in sports.“
Flow - For Love of Water - Movie Review - 2008
Flow: For Love of Water describes the global crisis we face as our fresh water supply diminishes due to pollution, privatization and corporate greed, and wastefulness. Experts predict if we continue to abuse our water resources, Earth will become uninhabitable and humankind will become extinct. Grass roots groups work to reverse the trend.
Flow: For Love of Water describes the global crisis we face as our fresh water supply diminishes due to pollution, privatization and corporate greed, and wastefulness. Experts predict if we continue to abuse our water resources, Earth will become uninhabitable and humankind will become extinct. Grass roots groups work to reverse the trend.
Food, Inc. - Movie Review of Food, Inc. - 2009
'Food, Inc.' investigates the industrial production and distribution of food in the United States by large multinational corporations such as Monsanto and Tyson, to the detriment of small independent farmers and to the overall quality of nutrition.
'Food, Inc.' investigates the industrial production and distribution of food in the United States by large multinational corporations such as Monsanto and Tyson, to the detriment of small independent farmers and to the overall quality of nutrition.
For the Bible Tells Me So (2007)
A thoughtful and provocative documentary film that contends that Scripture and homosexuality are not mutually exclusive.
A thoughtful and provocative documentary film that contends that Scripture and homosexuality are not mutually exclusive.
Forbidden Lies - Movie Review - 2009
Forbidden Lies is nonfiction thriller about Norma Khouri, who wrote a best-selling nonfiction book about the 'honor killing' of a Jordanian woman. The story she told turned about to be a fabrication. Was Khouri motivated by wanting to raise awareness about 'honor killings,' or is she a cunning con artist who'll exploit anyone and any situation--including the making of this film?
Forbidden Lies is nonfiction thriller about Norma Khouri, who wrote a best-selling nonfiction book about the 'honor killing' of a Jordanian woman. The story she told turned about to be a fabrication. Was Khouri motivated by wanting to raise awareness about 'honor killings,' or is she a cunning con artist who'll exploit anyone and any situation--including the making of this film?
FTA - Movie Review of FTA - 1972 - DVD 2009
FTA, a 1972 documentary that followed Jane Fonda and Donald Sutherland's cabaret show as it toured US military bases during the Vietnam War, is a powerful anti-war statement that was almost silenced when the film went missing shortly after it's theatrical release. It has been restored, and is now available on DVD--with extras.
FTA, a 1972 documentary that followed Jane Fonda and Donald Sutherland's cabaret show as it toured US military bases during the Vietnam War, is a powerful anti-war statement that was almost silenced when the film went missing shortly after it's theatrical release. It has been restored, and is now available on DVD--with extras.
Full Battle Rattle (2008)
The 5-82 Battalion readies for deployment to Iraq with a three-week simulation in the Mohave Desert, where the U.S. military operates several replica Iraqi towns. It's Disneyland for war games!
The 5-82 Battalion readies for deployment to Iraq with a three-week simulation in the Mohave Desert, where the U.S. military operates several replica Iraqi towns. It's Disneyland for war games!
Garden - Movie Review of The Garden- 2008
The Garden is about the South Central Farmers, a group of dirt-poor Los Angelenos who took a track of urban ruin and turned it into an Eden--only to see the flora they so lovingly planted and tended be bulldozed by a selfish land owner. This film is about their dignity, determination and their fight to preserve their garden--and what they've done to recover from its loss.
The Garden is about the South Central Farmers, a group of dirt-poor Los Angelenos who took a track of urban ruin and turned it into an Eden--only to see the flora they so lovingly planted and tended be bulldozed by a selfish land owner. This film is about their dignity, determination and their fight to preserve their garden--and what they've done to recover from its loss.
Girls Rock! (2007)
Rock Camp! follows four girls through a remarkable week of Rock 'n' Roll camp, where they learn to play instruments, form bands and perform for masses. But the Portland, Ore.-based Rock Camp for Girls teaches more than music--it provides a positive environment where hard work and determination pay off in empowering participants with life-affirming self-esteem and transformative confidence.
Rock Camp! follows four girls through a remarkable week of Rock 'n' Roll camp, where they learn to play instruments, form bands and perform for masses. But the Portland, Ore.-based Rock Camp for Girls teaches more than music--it provides a positive environment where hard work and determination pay off in empowering participants with life-affirming self-esteem and transformative confidence.
Giuliani Time (2005)
Giuliani Time (2005) is a probing investivation of the origins of the man who would be president.
Giuliani Time (2005) is a probing investivation of the origins of the man who would be president.
Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson (2008)
Alex Gibney's documentary about the drug-influenced career of iconic countercultural journalist Dr. Hunter S. Thompson is a fascinating account of the 1960s and 70s.
Alex Gibney's documentary about the drug-influenced career of iconic countercultural journalist Dr. Hunter S. Thompson is a fascinating account of the 1960s and 70s.
Good Hair - Movie Review - 2008
Filmmaker Jeff Stilson follows comedian Chris Rock on his hilarious, yet disturbing and sometimes alarming investigation of the social implications and economic impact of African-American women's preoccupation with having good -- that is to say 'straight' -- hair.
Filmmaker Jeff Stilson follows comedian Chris Rock on his hilarious, yet disturbing and sometimes alarming investigation of the social implications and economic impact of African-American women's preoccupation with having good -- that is to say 'straight' -- hair.
Good Soldier - Movie Review
In The Good Soldier, documentary filmmakers Lexi Lovell and Michael Uys interview a cadre of highly decorated soldiers who'd fought valiantly in America's wars -- from World War II to Iraq -- and, in doing so, have come to the conclusion that warfare neither a righteous nor effective way to resolve differences of opinion, ideology and/or national interests.
In The Good Soldier, documentary filmmakers Lexi Lovell and Michael Uys interview a cadre of highly decorated soldiers who'd fought valiantly in America's wars -- from World War II to Iraq -- and, in doing so, have come to the conclusion that warfare neither a righteous nor effective way to resolve differences of opinion, ideology and/or national interests.
Gotta Dance - Movie Review of Gotta Dance - 2008
The NJ Nets auditions dancers aged 60 and older, and hires twelve of them to become the team's senior citizen hip hop squad to perform for basketball fans at home games.
The NJ Nets auditions dancers aged 60 and older, and hires twelve of them to become the team's senior citizen hip hop squad to perform for basketball fans at home games.
Gunnin' For That #1 Spot (2008)
Adam Yauch's doc about the 2006 Boost Mobile Elite 24 Hoops Classic basketball game held in Harlem's famous Rucker Park, with 24 top high school players from across the country competing to be number one.
Adam Yauch's doc about the 2006 Boost Mobile Elite 24 Hoops Classic basketball game held in Harlem's famous Rucker Park, with 24 top high school players from across the country competing to be number one.
Harvard Beats Yale 29-29 - Movie Review - 2008
Harvard Beats Yale 29-29 is Kevin Rafferty's nostaligic replay of the amazing playoff game between the undefeated football teams of the two Ivy League giants.
Harvard Beats Yale 29-29 is Kevin Rafferty's nostaligic replay of the amazing playoff game between the undefeated football teams of the two Ivy League giants.
Hats Off (2008)
Jyll Johnstone’s documentary profiles the delightful, effervescent and beautiful Mimi Weddell who, at age 93, continues to work as an actress and model. She’s an inspiration to us all.
Jyll Johnstone’s documentary profiles the delightful, effervescent and beautiful Mimi Weddell who, at age 93, continues to work as an actress and model. She’s an inspiration to us all.
I.O.U.S.A. Movie Review - Review of the Documentary I.O.U.S.A.
In I.O.U.S.A., filmmaker Patrick Creadon describes the depth of AmericaÂ’s national debt and analyses its origins, tracing it back to 1835, during the presidency of Andrew Jackson, the last and only time that country had a balanced budget and zero debt. The nation is currently in the hole for 8.7 trillion dollars, and that sum is growing quickly.
In I.O.U.S.A., filmmaker Patrick Creadon describes the depth of AmericaÂ’s national debt and analyses its origins, tracing it back to 1835, during the presidency of Andrew Jackson, the last and only time that country had a balanced budget and zero debt. The nation is currently in the hole for 8.7 trillion dollars, and that sum is growing quickly.
In A Dream - Movie Review of In A Dream - 2008
In A Dream is about how muralist Isaiah Zagar transformed a rundown Philadelphia neighborhood. Shot by his son, Jeremiah Zagar, the film also explores the artist's troubled family dynamic.
In A Dream is about how muralist Isaiah Zagar transformed a rundown Philadelphia neighborhood. Shot by his son, Jeremiah Zagar, the film also explores the artist's troubled family dynamic.
In The Footsteps of Marco Polo - Movie Review
'In The Footsteps of Marco Polo' documents the great travel adventure of Frances O'Donnell and Denis Belliveau, who left their homes in Queens, NY to trace the 25,000 mile route followed by Marco Polo, the great 13th Century Venetian explorer.
'In The Footsteps of Marco Polo' documents the great travel adventure of Frances O'Donnell and Denis Belliveau, who left their homes in Queens, NY to trace the 25,000 mile route followed by Marco Polo, the great 13th Century Venetian explorer.
In The Shadow of The Moon (2007)
In The Shadow of The Moon is a documentary film about NASA's moon missions and the extraordinary astronauts who manned them.
In The Shadow of The Moon is a documentary film about NASA's moon missions and the extraordinary astronauts who manned them.
Jesus Camp (2006)
Academy Award-nominated Jesus Camp is an extraordinary exposé about the well-organized Evangelical indoctrination of children in heartland America to become soldiers for Christ.
Academy Award-nominated Jesus Camp is an extraordinary exposé about the well-organized Evangelical indoctrination of children in heartland America to become soldiers for Christ.
Jimmy Carter Man From Plains (2007)
Filmmaker Jonathan Demme follows former President Jimmy Carter on a nationwide book tour for his highly controversial best selling book, Palestine Peace Not Apartheid, with Habitat for Humanity stops along the way.
Filmmaker Jonathan Demme follows former President Jimmy Carter on a nationwide book tour for his highly controversial best selling book, Palestine Peace Not Apartheid, with Habitat for Humanity stops along the way.
Joe Strummer: The Future is Unwritten (2007)
Film review of Julien Temple's tribute documentary to the late Joe Strummer, frontman for The Clash.
Film review of Julien Temple's tribute documentary to the late Joe Strummer, frontman for The Clash.
Jonestown: The Life and Death of Peoples Temple (2006)
A documentary film that chronicles the real life horror story of cult leader Jim Jones and his Peoples Temple.
A documentary film that chronicles the real life horror story of cult leader Jim Jones and his Peoples Temple.
King Corn (2007)
Aaron Woolf's documentary follows eco-acrivists Ian Cheney and Curt Ellis as they track the prevalence of corn in the American diet.
Aaron Woolf's documentary follows eco-acrivists Ian Cheney and Curt Ellis as they track the prevalence of corn in the American diet.
Lioness - Movie Review - 2008
Lioness, by Meg McLagan and Daria Sommers, profiles a group of courageous women soldiers who were deployed to Iraq as support personnel--mechanics, cooks, and clerks--but found themselves in actual combat situations. Known as Team Lioness, they are the first generation of American women to return home as combat veterans, and their debriefing in this film is enlightening.
Lioness, by Meg McLagan and Daria Sommers, profiles a group of courageous women soldiers who were deployed to Iraq as support personnel--mechanics, cooks, and clerks--but found themselves in actual combat situations. Known as Team Lioness, they are the first generation of American women to return home as combat veterans, and their debriefing in this film is enlightening.
Lobotomist - Review of The Lobotomist - 2008
The Lobotomist presents the life, work and times of Dr. Walter Freeman, who conceived of, promoted and practiced the lobotomy, a surgical procedure used to cure mental illness. Using archival footage and interviews, the film questions whether Dr. Freeman a genius or a monster?
The Lobotomist presents the life, work and times of Dr. Walter Freeman, who conceived of, promoted and practiced the lobotomy, a surgical procedure used to cure mental illness. Using archival footage and interviews, the film questions whether Dr. Freeman a genius or a monster?
Man On Wire (2008) - Movie Review of Man On Wire
Man On Wire is a documentary film about the 'artistic crime of the century,' when tightrope walker Philippe Petit walked between the World Trace Center towers during the summer of 1974.
Man On Wire is a documentary film about the 'artistic crime of the century,' when tightrope walker Philippe Petit walked between the World Trace Center towers during the summer of 1974.
Manda Bala (2007)
Manda Bala is a documentary film about the violent class struggle in Brazil, and how cottage industries have sprung up around the frequent kidnappings that occur as the rich steal from the poor and the poor take revenge.
Manda Bala is a documentary film about the violent class struggle in Brazil, and how cottage industries have sprung up around the frequent kidnappings that occur as the rich steal from the poor and the poor take revenge.
Meat Loaf: In Search of Paradise (2007)
This first-ever documentary about Meat Loaf follows the iconic rocker, aged 59, as he launches a worldwide tour to promote his latest album, Like A Bat Out Of Hell III.
This first-ever documentary about Meat Loaf follows the iconic rocker, aged 59, as he launches a worldwide tour to promote his latest album, Like A Bat Out Of Hell III.
Michael Jackson's This Is It - Movie Review
Michael Jackson rehearses for the This Is It tour. The performances were to be the King of Pop's come back, but the tour had to be cancelled due to Jackson's untimely death two weeks before the premier in London. The film is intended to satisfy bereft fans.
Michael Jackson rehearses for the This Is It tour. The performances were to be the King of Pop's come back, but the tour had to be cancelled due to Jackson's untimely death two weeks before the premier in London. The film is intended to satisfy bereft fans.
Mitzi Gaynor Razzle Dazzle - Movie Review of Mitzi Gaynor Doc
Mitzi Gaynor Razzle Dazzle is will dazzle you. This documentary follows the career of shapely, seductive and always smiling Mitzi Gaynor, showcasing her sequined and spangled spectacular performances. She's a splendid star and her documentary is delightfully entertaining.
Mitzi Gaynor Razzle Dazzle is will dazzle you. This documentary follows the career of shapely, seductive and always smiling Mitzi Gaynor, showcasing her sequined and spangled spectacular performances. She's a splendid star and her documentary is delightfully entertaining.
Molotov Alva And His Search For The Creator (2008)
This first-ever virtual reality documentary follows a fictitious character named Molotov Alva who, armed with a virtual camera, has left his real life to enter virtual reality in search of the creator.
This first-ever virtual reality documentary follows a fictitious character named Molotov Alva who, armed with a virtual camera, has left his real life to enter virtual reality in search of the creator.
Moving Midway - Review of Documentary Moving Midway
In Moving Midway, Godfrey Cheshire chronicles the relocation of his family's ancestral home, an antebellum plantation house--named Midway--from it's original foundation, now surrounded by urban sprawl, to a more secluded spot several miles away. The film's a smart, perceptive treatise on the changing South, family values and race relations.
In Moving Midway, Godfrey Cheshire chronicles the relocation of his family's ancestral home, an antebellum plantation house--named Midway--from it's original foundation, now surrounded by urban sprawl, to a more secluded spot several miles away. The film's a smart, perceptive treatise on the changing South, family values and race relations.
Mr. Untouchable (2007)
Documentary director Marc Levin's film is about Leroy "Nicky" Barnes, the notorious gangster who ran the heroin trade in Harlem until he was indicted, then turned State's evidence and entered the witness protection program.
Documentary director Marc Levin's film is about Leroy "Nicky" Barnes, the notorious gangster who ran the heroin trade in Harlem until he was indicted, then turned State's evidence and entered the witness protection program.
My Kid Could Paint That (2007)
My Kid Could Paint That records the phenomenon of Marla Olmstead, a four year old girl whose abstract paintings have been compared to those of Jackson Pollack and Pablo Picasso, and have sold (cumulatively) for $300,000. But, did she paint them?
My Kid Could Paint That records the phenomenon of Marla Olmstead, a four year old girl whose abstract paintings have been compared to those of Jackson Pollack and Pablo Picasso, and have sold (cumulatively) for $300,000. But, did she paint them?
My Neighbor My Killer - Movie Review - 2009
Anne Aghion's 'My Neighbor My Killer' documents the mandated process of reconciliation in Rwanda, following the genocide of Tutsis by Hutus in 1994.
Anne Aghion's 'My Neighbor My Killer' documents the mandated process of reconciliation in Rwanda, following the genocide of Tutsis by Hutus in 1994.
Nanking (2007)
A documentary film about the brutal massacre of 200,000 Chinese civilians by Japanese soldiers during the World War II occupation of Nanking.
A documentary film about the brutal massacre of 200,000 Chinese civilians by Japanese soldiers during the World War II occupation of Nanking.
Nursery University - Movie Review of Nursery University
Nursery University (2008) tracks a cross section of NYC parents trying to get their toddlers into the 'right' nursery schools that will fast track them to placement in elite private schools that will lead them to Ivy League colleges that promise eventual fame, fortune and fulfillment of the larger-than-life American dream.
Nursery University (2008) tracks a cross section of NYC parents trying to get their toddlers into the 'right' nursery schools that will fast track them to placement in elite private schools that will lead them to Ivy League colleges that promise eventual fame, fortune and fulfillment of the larger-than-life American dream.
Operation Filmmaker (2008)
Documentarian Nina Davenport signed on to chronicle the experiences of a young Iraqi, Muthana Mohmed, whom Liev Schreiber had hired to work on Schreiber's narrative feature, Everything Is Illuminated, shot on location in Prague in 2003.
Documentarian Nina Davenport signed on to chronicle the experiences of a young Iraqi, Muthana Mohmed, whom Liev Schreiber had hired to work on Schreiber's narrative feature, Everything Is Illuminated, shot on location in Prague in 2003.
Order of Myths - Movie Review - 2008
Margaret Brown's documentary traces the history of Mardi Gras in Mobile, Alabama, where 'mystic' parading began 13 years before New Orleans was founded, and shows that the still celebrated tradition both reflects and impacts city's contemporary culture and politics, including attitudes towards racism and behavior between black and white citizens.
Margaret Brown's documentary traces the history of Mardi Gras in Mobile, Alabama, where 'mystic' parading began 13 years before New Orleans was founded, and shows that the still celebrated tradition both reflects and impacts city's contemporary culture and politics, including attitudes towards racism and behavior between black and white citizens.
Oswald's Ghost (2007)
The assassination of John F. Kennedy changed the course of history. To this date, circumstances surrounding the event remain a mystery. Robert Stone's probing documentary looks into the facts, and attempts to answer the hard question: Was Lee Harvey Oswald acting alone?
The assassination of John F. Kennedy changed the course of history. To this date, circumstances surrounding the event remain a mystery. Robert Stone's probing documentary looks into the facts, and attempts to answer the hard question: Was Lee Harvey Oswald acting alone?
Planet B-Boy (2007)
Planet B-Boy brings breakdancing into focus. Director Benson Lee presents dedicated and determined B-Boy dance crews from Las Vegas, Osaka, Seoul and France who spark the high voltage international "Battle of the Year" competition in Braunschweig, Germany. The stories, personalities, attitude and astonishing skills are captivating. All these B-Boys are winners. So's the film.
Planet B-Boy brings breakdancing into focus. Director Benson Lee presents dedicated and determined B-Boy dance crews from Las Vegas, Osaka, Seoul and France who spark the high voltage international "Battle of the Year" competition in Braunschweig, Germany. The stories, personalities, attitude and astonishing skills are captivating. All these B-Boys are winners. So's the film.
Pressure Cooker - Movie Review of Pressure Cooker - 2008
'Pressure Cooker' is a documentary about Philadelphia inner city high school students who find their way to a better life by dedicating themselves to Wilma Stephenson's culinary arts class.
'Pressure Cooker' is a documentary about Philadelphia inner city high school students who find their way to a better life by dedicating themselves to Wilma Stephenson's culinary arts class.
Protagonist (2007)
Director Jessica Yu's fascinating and unusual documentary film sets the lives of four repentant miscreants within the larger context of Euripides' classical Greek dramas.
Director Jessica Yu's fascinating and unusual documentary film sets the lives of four repentant miscreants within the larger context of Euripides' classical Greek dramas.
Quantum Hoops (2007)
Quantum Hoop is about Caltech's basketball team, a dedicated group of young scholars who play their games with the same sort of persistence they apply to their studies, even though they hold the record for the most games lost. David Duchovny narrates this smart and seductive documentary about smart people who've really got game.
Quantum Hoop is about Caltech's basketball team, a dedicated group of young scholars who play their games with the same sort of persistence they apply to their studies, even though they hold the record for the most games lost. David Duchovny narrates this smart and seductive documentary about smart people who've really got game.
Racing Dreams - Movie Review of Racing Dreams- 2009
Filmmaker Marshall Curry follows three adolescent go-kart racers as they compete for the national championship, in hopes of advancing to careers as professional drivers in NASCAR, one of America's favorite spectator sports.
Filmmaker Marshall Curry follows three adolescent go-kart racers as they compete for the national championship, in hopes of advancing to careers as professional drivers in NASCAR, one of America's favorite spectator sports.
Rape of Europa Movie Review - Review of Rape of Europa
The Rape of Europa is a gripping nonfiction thriller about the systematic plunder of Europe’s great and invaluable art treasures by the Nazis during the period of the Third Reich and World War II.
The Rape of Europa is a gripping nonfiction thriller about the systematic plunder of Europe’s great and invaluable art treasures by the Nazis during the period of the Third Reich and World War II.
Religulous - Movie Review of Religious - 2008
Irreverent comedian Bill Maher travels around the world from the Wailing Wall to the Vatican to backwater America challenging religious pundits and just plain folk about their various religious beliefs.
Irreverent comedian Bill Maher travels around the world from the Wailing Wall to the Vatican to backwater America challenging religious pundits and just plain folk about their various religious beliefs.
RFK Must Die: The Assassination of Bobby Kennedy (2007)
In RFK Must Die: The Assassination of Bobby Kennedy, now available on DVD, BBC reporter Shane O'Sullivan investigates the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy, and comes to the conclusion that Sirhan Sirhan, now serving a life sentence for the murder, did not act alone.
In RFK Must Die: The Assassination of Bobby Kennedy, now available on DVD, BBC reporter Shane O'Sullivan investigates the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy, and comes to the conclusion that Sirhan Sirhan, now serving a life sentence for the murder, did not act alone.
Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired (2008)
Some 30 years after film director Roman Polanski, at age 44, was accused of having sex with a 13-year old girl, the scandalous case, still controversial and fascinating, is the subject of Marina Zenovich’s documentary, Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired.
Some 30 years after film director Roman Polanski, at age 44, was accused of having sex with a 13-year old girl, the scandalous case, still controversial and fascinating, is the subject of Marina Zenovich’s documentary, Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired.
Runnin' Down A Dream: Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers (2007)
Filmmaker Peter Bogdanovich directs this Tom Petty documentary to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.
Filmmaker Peter Bogdanovich directs this Tom Petty documentary to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.
Second Skin - Movie Review - 2008
This documentary investigates the real life social interactions of devoted players of massively-multiplayer online games, and follows them several of them into their alternative lives in the cyberspace realm of the very popular 'The World of Warcraft' game.
This documentary investigates the real life social interactions of devoted players of massively-multiplayer online games, and follows them several of them into their alternative lives in the cyberspace realm of the very popular 'The World of Warcraft' game.
Senator Obama Goes To Africa (2008)
The man who would be president travels to Kenya, the land of his father's birth, and to South Africa.
The man who would be president travels to Kenya, the land of his father's birth, and to South Africa.
September Issue - Review of The September Issue - 2009
RJ Cutler's documentary, a dishy profile of fashion editor Anna Wintour, provides a rare insider glimpse of the prima fashionista's 20-year tenure at Vogue and her influence over the fashion industry.
RJ Cutler's documentary, a dishy profile of fashion editor Anna Wintour, provides a rare insider glimpse of the prima fashionista's 20-year tenure at Vogue and her influence over the fashion industry.
Sicko (2007)
Sicko is a about health care in the U.S. Michael Moore, in his inimitably entertaining style, shows a shocking number of Americans don't have health insurance because they can't afford it, and those who do may go bankrupt due to illnesses HMOs won't cover. People die unnessarily. It could be you, your kin or friends. You must see this film.
Sicko is a about health care in the U.S. Michael Moore, in his inimitably entertaining style, shows a shocking number of Americans don't have health insurance because they can't afford it, and those who do may go bankrupt due to illnesses HMOs won't cover. People die unnessarily. It could be you, your kin or friends. You must see this film.
Soldiers of Conscience - Movie Review - 2008
Soldiers of Conscience is a documentary about the soldiers' dilemma of whether killing is an acceptable action in war. Statistics show that there are many soldiers who grapple with this issue of morality.
Soldiers of Conscience is a documentary about the soldiers' dilemma of whether killing is an acceptable action in war. Statistics show that there are many soldiers who grapple with this issue of morality.
Soul Power - Movie Review - 2009
In <i>Soul Power<i>, director Jeffrey Levy-Hinte uses archival footage to replay the performances by James Brown, Bill Withers, B.B. King, Celia Cruz, Miriam Makeba and legendary musical titans at the mega-concert presented in 1974 in Zaire, as companion to the famous "Rumble In The Jungle" boxing match between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman.
In <i>Soul Power<i>, director Jeffrey Levy-Hinte uses archival footage to replay the performances by James Brown, Bill Withers, B.B. King, Celia Cruz, Miriam Makeba and legendary musical titans at the mega-concert presented in 1974 in Zaire, as companion to the famous "Rumble In The Jungle" boxing match between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman.
Sputnik Mania (2007)
David Hoffman's Sputnik Mania examines America's response to the Soviet launch of Sputnik in October 1957. Perceived as a blow to America's role as world leader and an imminent threat, Sputnik initiated the race to space, armaments development and stockpiling, and a sort of political and social paranoia in the American people. Parallels to post-9/11 American policy are evident.
David Hoffman's Sputnik Mania examines America's response to the Soviet launch of Sputnik in October 1957. Perceived as a blow to America's role as world leader and an imminent threat, Sputnik initiated the race to space, armaments development and stockpiling, and a sort of political and social paranoia in the American people. Parallels to post-9/11 American policy are evident.
Standard Operating Procedure (2008) - Movie Review
Errol Morris expands on the infamous photographs of U.S. soldiers torturing suspected terrorists imprisoned at Abu Ghraib to expose the U.S. military's 'standard operating procedure' as cruel and inhumane.
Errol Morris expands on the infamous photographs of U.S. soldiers torturing suspected terrorists imprisoned at Abu Ghraib to expose the U.S. military's 'standard operating procedure' as cruel and inhumane.
Steal A Pencil For Me (2007)
The story of Jack and Ina Soep Polak and how their great love survived the Holocaust.
The story of Jack and Ina Soep Polak and how their great love survived the Holocaust.
Steep (2007)
Panoramic shots of exquisite snow clad mountain top terrain and men on skis speeding through velvet powder and hurtling off cliffs in wildly energetic somersaults through the crisp cold air make this documentary film about extreme skiing’s pioneers and pros a thrill for armchair adventurers.
Panoramic shots of exquisite snow clad mountain top terrain and men on skis speeding through velvet powder and hurtling off cliffs in wildly energetic somersaults through the crisp cold air make this documentary film about extreme skiing’s pioneers and pros a thrill for armchair adventurers.
Taxi To The Dark Side (2007)
Filmmaker Alex Gibney's Taxi To The Dark Side is a shocking expose about the American military's torture of prisoners--many of whom have been shown to be innocent of any crime--in Afghanistan, Iraq and Cuba. In this interview, he discusses making this film, and his ideas about the aesthetics and responsibilities of making documentary films.
Filmmaker Alex Gibney's Taxi To The Dark Side is a shocking expose about the American military's torture of prisoners--many of whom have been shown to be innocent of any crime--in Afghanistan, Iraq and Cuba. In this interview, he discusses making this film, and his ideas about the aesthetics and responsibilities of making documentary films.
The Stoning of Soraya M. - Movie Review - 2009
The Stoning of Soraya is the true story of the stoning to death of a women in rural Iran because her husband falsely accused her of adultry. The shocking story, smuggled out of Iran by an Iranian journalist who was living in France, became a best selling book that brought world wide attention to the stoning of women.
The Stoning of Soraya is the true story of the stoning to death of a women in rural Iran because her husband falsely accused her of adultry. The shocking story, smuggled out of Iran by an Iranian journalist who was living in France, became a best selling book that brought world wide attention to the stoning of women.
Throw Down Your Heart - Movie Review - 2008
Filmmaker Sascha Paladino follows musicologist and banjo virtuoso Bela Fleck to Uganda, Tanzania, Mali and Gambia to bring the banjo back to the area where it originated, discover banjo-related and other African instruments and record tracks with local musicians.
Filmmaker Sascha Paladino follows musicologist and banjo virtuoso Bela Fleck to Uganda, Tanzania, Mali and Gambia to bring the banjo back to the area where it originated, discover banjo-related and other African instruments and record tracks with local musicians.
Traces Of The Trade: A Story From The Deep North (2008)
Traces of The Tade: A Sory From The Deep North is a deeply personal documentary made by seminarian-turned-filmmaker Katrina Browne, who sets out to investigate her forebears occupation as prominent New England slave traders and tries to identify what that fact of family history means to her living relatives and herself.
Traces of The Tade: A Sory From The Deep North is a deeply personal documentary made by seminarian-turned-filmmaker Katrina Browne, who sets out to investigate her forebears occupation as prominent New England slave traders and tries to identify what that fact of family history means to her living relatives and herself.
Trouble The Water (2008) - Movie Review
In Trouble The Water, filmmakers Tia Lessen and Carl Deal follow a New Orleans Ninth Ward couple, Kimberly and Scott Roberts, who've survived Katrina with some remarkable footage of the devastating hurricane and its aftermath. This is the story of the Roberts' extended family and neighbors, and how they're heroically coping with the government's failure to provide them with relief as promised.
In Trouble The Water, filmmakers Tia Lessen and Carl Deal follow a New Orleans Ninth Ward couple, Kimberly and Scott Roberts, who've survived Katrina with some remarkable footage of the devastating hurricane and its aftermath. This is the story of the Roberts' extended family and neighbors, and how they're heroically coping with the government's failure to provide them with relief as promised.
Trumbo (2008)
Dalton Trumbo was a Hollywood screenwriter who refusted to answer questions posed by the House Un-American Activities Committee and was blacklisted. Using archival footage, interviews and Trumbo's letters (read by great actors), this documentary profiles the civil rights hero and chronicles his life.
Dalton Trumbo was a Hollywood screenwriter who refusted to answer questions posed by the House Un-American Activities Committee and was blacklisted. Using archival footage, interviews and Trumbo's letters (read by great actors), this documentary profiles the civil rights hero and chronicles his life.
Twenty-Four City - Review - Er shi si cheng ji - 2008
Beijing-based director Jia Zhangke uses documentary and narrative storytelling to create 24 City, chronicling how the closure of an outdated factory in Sichuan Province effects the lives of 30,000 workers for whom the factory was not just a job, but a way of life.
Beijing-based director Jia Zhangke uses documentary and narrative storytelling to create 24 City, chronicling how the closure of an outdated factory in Sichuan Province effects the lives of 30,000 workers for whom the factory was not just a job, but a way of life.
Under Our Skin - Movie Review of Under Our Skin- 2008
'Under Our Skin' presents a thorough investigation of Lyme Disease and its devastating effects on the bodies and lives of several people who are suffering from the affliction. Interviews with doctors, scientists and public health officials provide information about this little known and much feared disease that is reaching epidemic proportions across the United States.
'Under Our Skin' presents a thorough investigation of Lyme Disease and its devastating effects on the bodies and lives of several people who are suffering from the affliction. Interviews with doctors, scientists and public health officials provide information about this little known and much feared disease that is reaching epidemic proportions across the United States.
Unmistaken Child - Movie Review of Unmistaken Child 2008
'Unmistaken Child' is a fascinating documentary that provides rare insight into the intricate processes and rituals whereby Buddhists locate the child whom they consider to be the reincarnation of their recently deceased Geshe Lama Konghog.
'Unmistaken Child' is a fascinating documentary that provides rare insight into the intricate processes and rituals whereby Buddhists locate the child whom they consider to be the reincarnation of their recently deceased Geshe Lama Konghog.
UP Series (1970-2005)
Seven documentary films trace the lives of fourteen Brits from age seven to age 49.
Seven documentary films trace the lives of fourteen Brits from age seven to age 49.
Up The Yangtze - 2008 - Review
In Up The Yangtze, director Yung Chang boards a cruise ship touring the Three Gorges Dam area. While following the stories of young crew members who've lost their homes due to the Yangtze's rising waters, he investigates social, economic and environmental issues caused by the controversial dam project.
In Up The Yangtze, director Yung Chang boards a cruise ship touring the Three Gorges Dam area. While following the stories of young crew members who've lost their homes due to the Yangtze's rising waters, he investigates social, economic and environmental issues caused by the controversial dam project.
Very Young Girls (2008)
A documentary about teenage girl prostitutes in New York City and the GEMS (Girls Education and Mentoring Services) that helps them to find a new direction in life.
A documentary about teenage girl prostitutes in New York City and the GEMS (Girls Education and Mentoring Services) that helps them to find a new direction in life.
Waltz With Bashir - Review of Waltz With Bashir - 2008
Filmmaker Ari Folman investigates his troubling hallucinations generated by memories of his experiences in the 1982 Lebanon War. The film, produced entirely in animation, pushes the boundaries of documentary filmmaking. It is a profoundly compelling and creative representation of the horrors of war and their lasting effects on the human psyche.
Filmmaker Ari Folman investigates his troubling hallucinations generated by memories of his experiences in the 1982 Lebanon War. The film, produced entirely in animation, pushes the boundaries of documentary filmmaking. It is a profoundly compelling and creative representation of the horrors of war and their lasting effects on the human psyche.
We Are Together: Children of Agape (2006)--Thina Simunye
We Are Together: The Children of Agape (aka Thina Simunye), documentarian Paul Taylor follows young children residents of Agape Orphanage in the Natal, South Africa as they sing their way into the hearts of people who can help them reshape their lives and better their circumstances. The kids' compelling stories and a brilliant soundtrack make this film a must see.
We Are Together: The Children of Agape (aka Thina Simunye), documentarian Paul Taylor follows young children residents of Agape Orphanage in the Natal, South Africa as they sing their way into the hearts of people who can help them reshape their lives and better their circumstances. The kids' compelling stories and a brilliant soundtrack make this film a must see.
We Are Wizards - Movie Review of We Are Wizards - 2008
We Are Wizards is a documentary film about ardent Harry Potter fans whose hobbies--including the magical arts, rock and roll and website building--revolve around J.K. Rowling's popular fictional hero.
We Are Wizards is a documentary film about ardent Harry Potter fans whose hobbies--including the magical arts, rock and roll and website building--revolve around J.K. Rowling's popular fictional hero.
We live In Public - Movie Review - 2009
Ondi Timoner's documentary looks at the career and influence of Josh Harris, the Internet visionary and artist who rose to fame during the 1990s dot.com boom. The film chronicles Harris' 'Quiet' project, in which 100 people lived together for 30 days in an underground bunker while their every move and interaction was observed and recorded, and other Harris-staged events.
Ondi Timoner's documentary looks at the career and influence of Josh Harris, the Internet visionary and artist who rose to fame during the 1990s dot.com boom. The film chronicles Harris' 'Quiet' project, in which 100 people lived together for 30 days in an underground bunker while their every move and interaction was observed and recorded, and other Harris-staged events.
What Would Jesus Buy? (2007)
At documnary film about how crass consumerism is consuming humankind and leading to the shopocalypse.
At documnary film about how crass consumerism is consuming humankind and leading to the shopocalypse.
Where In The World Is Osama Bin Laden? (2008) - Movie Review
In Morgan Spurlock's cheeky documentary, the fast food filmmaker trudges through the Middle East, Afghanistan and Pakistan, asking strangers, "Have you seen Osama bin Laden?"
In Morgan Spurlock's cheeky documentary, the fast food filmmaker trudges through the Middle East, Afghanistan and Pakistan, asking strangers, "Have you seen Osama bin Laden?"
Who Killed The Electric Car? - Movie Review
'Who Killed the Electric Car?' chronicles GM's conspiracy to prevent proliferation of automobiles that ran quietly and efficiently on electricity.
'Who Killed the Electric Car?' chronicles GM's conspiracy to prevent proliferation of automobiles that ran quietly and efficiently on electricity.
Winged Migration (2001)
Directors Jacques Perrin and Jacques Cluzaud and their crew of 500 people spanned the globe for four years to capture these amazing and startlingly beautiful images of various species of migrating birds as they fly thousands of miles twice annually in search of food.
Directors Jacques Perrin and Jacques Cluzaud and their crew of 500 people spanned the globe for four years to capture these amazing and startlingly beautiful images of various species of migrating birds as they fly thousands of miles twice annually in search of food.
Wink And A Smile - Movie Review - 2009
A Wink And A Smile follows ten aspiring women through the Seattle Academy of Burlesque's six week-long training program that prepares them for their debut performances as strippers.
A Wink And A Smile follows ten aspiring women through the Seattle Academy of Burlesque's six week-long training program that prepares them for their debut performances as strippers.
Winter Soldier (1972)
A classic documentary film about the Vietnam War era.
A classic documentary film about the Vietnam War era.
Yiddish Theater: A Love Story (2007)
The story of 84-year-old actress Zypora Spaisman and her efforts to save New York's Yiddish Theater.
The story of 84-year-old actress Zypora Spaisman and her efforts to save New York's Yiddish Theater.
Young & Restless in China (2008)
Shot over four years, this film follows a disparate group of China's Gen X-ers who're seeking to reconcile personal goals and attitudes with their country's traditional social, cultural and political mores and new opportunities to get ahead and accumulate wealth.
Shot over four years, this film follows a disparate group of China's Gen X-ers who're seeking to reconcile personal goals and attitudes with their country's traditional social, cultural and political mores and new opportunities to get ahead and accumulate wealth.
Young@Heart (2007) - Movie Review
A chorus of spunky senior citizens belts punk, R & B and rock classics to sold-out audiences in concert halls in their home town of Northampton, Massachusetts, and around the world. This documentary film is their story, their well-deserved moment of glory.
A chorus of spunky senior citizens belts punk, R & B and rock classics to sold-out audiences in concert halls in their home town of Northampton, Massachusetts, and around the world. This documentary film is their story, their well-deserved moment of glory.