Documentary Films
From 1999's runaway hit "The Buena Vista Social Club" to the official site of "Crumb" and many many more.
Heavy Metal in Bagdad (2008)
Eddy Moretti's documentary "Heavy Metal in Bagdad" follows journalists Suroosh Alvi and Eddy Moretti from VICE magazine as they attempt to track down the one and only heavy-metal band in Iraq, Acrassicauda.
Eddy Moretti's documentary "Heavy Metal in Bagdad" follows journalists Suroosh Alvi and Eddy Moretti from VICE magazine as they attempt to track down the one and only heavy-metal band in Iraq, Acrassicauda.
Shine A Light
Martin Scorsese directs this straight forward rock documentary on the Rolling Stones' concerts at the Beacon Theatre in New York in 2006.
Martin Scorsese directs this straight forward rock documentary on the Rolling Stones' concerts at the Beacon Theatre in New York in 2006.
Wetlands Preserved
A documentary chronicling the rise and fall of New York City's legendary rock club Wetlands Preserve, directed by Dean Budnick.
A documentary chronicling the rise and fall of New York City's legendary rock club Wetlands Preserve, directed by Dean Budnick.
What Would Jesus Buy?
Rob Van Alkemade's documentary "What Would Jesus Buy" provides a simple and surprisingly powerful directive to the American people: Stop Shopping. Produced by Morgan Spurlock, the hilarious, eye-opening film follows Reverend Billy and the Stop Shopping Choir on their cross country adventure to spread their word directly to the people.
Rob Van Alkemade's documentary "What Would Jesus Buy" provides a simple and surprisingly powerful directive to the American people: Stop Shopping. Produced by Morgan Spurlock, the hilarious, eye-opening film follows Reverend Billy and the Stop Shopping Choir on their cross country adventure to spread their word directly to the people.
Lynch - A Documentary Portrait of David Lynch - Movie Review
Only David Lynch, the uncompromising filmmaker, artist, and popularizer of Transcendental Meditation, could have made this documentary about David Lynch. Under the nom-de-plume blackANDwhite, Lynch presents an intimate 82 minute self-portrait shot during the production of his 2006 film INLAND EMPIRE, which is usually identified as his most experimental work since Earserhead. If that's true, Lynch must be his most accessible film since The Straight Story.
Only David Lynch, the uncompromising filmmaker, artist, and popularizer of Transcendental Meditation, could have made this documentary about David Lynch. Under the nom-de-plume blackANDwhite, Lynch presents an intimate 82 minute self-portrait shot during the production of his 2006 film INLAND EMPIRE, which is usually identified as his most experimental work since Earserhead. If that's true, Lynch must be his most accessible film since The Straight Story.
Axe in the Attic
A few months after Hurricane Katrina, documentarians Ed Pincus and Lucia Small went on a road trip though the South to trace the stories of Americans who had lost not just their homes but also their trust in the government in the storm. Along with heartbreaking stories of FEMA trailers, red tape, grief and loss, they also filmed their own reactions to the devastation.
A few months after Hurricane Katrina, documentarians Ed Pincus and Lucia Small went on a road trip though the South to trace the stories of Americans who had lost not just their homes but also their trust in the government in the storm. Along with heartbreaking stories of FEMA trailers, red tape, grief and loss, they also filmed their own reactions to the devastation.
In the Shadow of the Moon
David Sington reunited surviving members of the Apollo space program, including eight of the twelve men the United States sent to the moon between 1969 and 1972. Sington is the first filmmaker to make extensive use of never-seen-before footage from the NASA vaults. The digitally restored images are nothing short of breathtaking, especially when seen on a big screen.
David Sington reunited surviving members of the Apollo space program, including eight of the twelve men the United States sent to the moon between 1969 and 1972. Sington is the first filmmaker to make extensive use of never-seen-before footage from the NASA vaults. The digitally restored images are nothing short of breathtaking, especially when seen on a big screen.
Joe Strummer: The Future is Unwritten
An affectionate rock doc that follows the Clash frontman's life from his boarding school childhood to his death in 2002.
An affectionate rock doc that follows the Clash frontman's life from his boarding school childhood to his death in 2002.
The 11th Hour
A powerful and alarming new documentary about the global environmental crisis, narrated by Leo DiCaprio.
A powerful and alarming new documentary about the global environmental crisis, narrated by Leo DiCaprio.
No End In Sight -
Charles Ferguson's documentary "No End In Sight" is much like a cinematic edition of "The Iraq War for Dummies." If you want take the leap from disbelief and confusion to a clearer, empowering understanding of how we arrived at our current predicament, then this film is highly recommended.
Charles Ferguson's documentary "No End In Sight" is much like a cinematic edition of "The Iraq War for Dummies." If you want take the leap from disbelief and confusion to a clearer, empowering understanding of how we arrived at our current predicament, then this film is highly recommended.
Sicko
"Sicko" is Michael Moore's most mature work to date and almost certainly his best film.
"Sicko" is Michael Moore's most mature work to date and almost certainly his best film.
Crazy Love
Dan Klores' CRAZY LOVE tells the astonishing story of the obsessive roller-coaster relationship of Burt and Linda Pugach, which shocked the nation during the summer of 1959.
Dan Klores' CRAZY LOVE tells the astonishing story of the obsessive roller-coaster relationship of Burt and Linda Pugach, which shocked the nation during the summer of 1959.
Into Great Silence
Philip Gröning lived in a monk’s cell in the French Alps for six months to make this — you guessed it — very quiet documentary about the Carthusians, who are among the world’s most ascetic orders -- something you wouldn’t know this from the movie, which barely contains a spoken word at all.
Philip Gröning lived in a monk’s cell in the French Alps for six months to make this — you guessed it — very quiet documentary about the Carthusians, who are among the world’s most ascetic orders -- something you wouldn’t know this from the movie, which barely contains a spoken word at all.
An Unreasonable Man - A film about Ralph Nader
An expansive and engaging documentary portrait of one of the most accomplished and divisive figures of our time: Ralph Nader. An Unreasonable Man will open nationally in February 2007.
An expansive and engaging documentary portrait of one of the most accomplished and divisive figures of our time: Ralph Nader. An Unreasonable Man will open nationally in February 2007.
Absolute Wilson
With humor, verve and a buoyant pace, filmmaker Katharina Otto-Bernstein follows the restless creator ROBERT WILSON for five years around the world, and creates a unique portrait that freely moves between past and present. Opens October 27, 2006
With humor, verve and a buoyant pace, filmmaker Katharina Otto-Bernstein follows the restless creator ROBERT WILSON for five years around the world, and creates a unique portrait that freely moves between past and present. Opens October 27, 2006
The Ground Truth
Patricia Foulkrod's follows young American soldiers through basic training and deployment in Iraq to their return home, revealing their struggles to adapt.
Patricia Foulkrod's follows young American soldiers through basic training and deployment in Iraq to their return home, revealing their struggles to adapt.
Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul DVD
Watch out, Buena Vista Social Club: Fatih Akin sends the bass player for Einstürzende Neubauten to explore the diverse music scene of Istanbul.
Watch out, Buena Vista Social Club: Fatih Akin sends the bass player for Einstürzende Neubauten to explore the diverse music scene of Istanbul.
This Film Is Not Yet Rated
With vigor and wit, Kirby Dick investigates the mysterious and undemocratic organization that decides what Americans are allowed to see--the MPAA ratings board.
With vigor and wit, Kirby Dick investigates the mysterious and undemocratic organization that decides what Americans are allowed to see--the MPAA ratings board.
An Inconvenient Truth
David Guggenheim documents Al Gore's slide show: a compelling and easy to understand scientific exploration of the dramtic effects of global warming.
David Guggenheim documents Al Gore's slide show: a compelling and easy to understand scientific exploration of the dramtic effects of global warming.
Sketches of Frank Gehry
Sketches of Frank Gehry[/i] is much like the conversations between the architect and director Sydney Pollack: earnest, on subject, but also relaxed and easygoing. The resulting film is a visual treat, taking us across the globe to see Gehry's most famous buildings.
Sketches of Frank Gehry[/i] is much like the conversations between the architect and director Sydney Pollack: earnest, on subject, but also relaxed and easygoing. The resulting film is a visual treat, taking us across the globe to see Gehry's most famous buildings.
Unknown White Male - Documentary Review - Rupert Murray
"Unknown White Male" tells the story of Doug Bruce, a young man who found himself on the train to Coney Island one day without the slightest idea how he got there. You'd expect a story about complete and sudden memory loss to be depressing, but Rupert Murray's intimate documentary turns out to be a gripping inquiry into the nature of memory, identity, and self.
"Unknown White Male" tells the story of Doug Bruce, a young man who found himself on the train to Coney Island one day without the slightest idea how he got there. You'd expect a story about complete and sudden memory loss to be depressing, but Rupert Murray's intimate documentary turns out to be a gripping inquiry into the nature of memory, identity, and self.
Why We Fight - Eugene Jarecki - Documentary
Freedom? Liberty? Revenge? Every American who is asked the title's question seems to have a different answer. Documentary filmmaker Eugene Jarecki suggests his own approach: "follow the money." "Why We Fight" is an astute and level-headed investigation of American militarism.
Freedom? Liberty? Revenge? Every American who is asked the title's question seems to have a different answer. Documentary filmmaker Eugene Jarecki suggests his own approach: "follow the money." "Why We Fight" is an astute and level-headed investigation of American militarism.
Boys of Baraka - Review
In Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady's documentary, twenty at-risk kids from a public high school in Baltimore are sent to Kenya for a year.
In Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady's documentary, twenty at-risk kids from a public high school in Baltimore are sent to Kenya for a year.
American Movie
This documentary about one filmmaker's struggle to make his horror movie won the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance.
This documentary about one filmmaker's struggle to make his horror movie won the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance.
As Smart As They Are
Joe Pacheco's "As Smart As They Are" traces the collaboration between One Ring Zero, the Brooklyn house-band for McSweeney's Publishing, and an ensemble cast of award-winning authors, each of whom contributed original lyrics.
Joe Pacheco's "As Smart As They Are" traces the collaboration between One Ring Zero, the Brooklyn house-band for McSweeney's Publishing, and an ensemble cast of award-winning authors, each of whom contributed original lyrics.
Benjamin Smoke
Jem Cohen and Peter Sillen's documentary about the life and death of Atlanta punk rocker Benjamin Smoke.
Jem Cohen and Peter Sillen's documentary about the life and death of Atlanta punk rocker Benjamin Smoke.
Berlin Babylon
When the Berlin Wall came down, a swath of prime real estate opened up in the heart of the city. "Berlin Babylon," a film by Hubertus Siegert, documents the furious construction.
When the Berlin Wall came down, a swath of prime real estate opened up in the heart of the city. "Berlin Babylon," a film by Hubertus Siegert, documents the furious construction.
Beyond the Mat
Barry Blaustein's funny and insightful film about the professional wrestling industry.
Barry Blaustein's funny and insightful film about the professional wrestling industry.
Bittersweet Motel
World Film Guide and Phish fanatic Jurgen Fauth reviews the documentary on his favorite band, now available on DVD. Find out why he calls it a half-assed disappointment.
World Film Guide and Phish fanatic Jurgen Fauth reviews the documentary on his favorite band, now available on DVD. Find out why he calls it a half-assed disappointment.
Blind Spot - Hitler's Secretary
The woman who took down Hitler's testament in the Führerbunker shares her story with the camera in Andre Heller's gripping documentary.
The woman who took down Hitler's testament in the Führerbunker shares her story with the camera in Andre Heller's gripping documentary.
Blue Vinyl
Judith Helfand and Daniel Gold's documentary about toxic siding just won the Audience Award for Best Documentary at the Philadelphia Festival of World Cinema.
Judith Helfand and Daniel Gold's documentary about toxic siding just won the Audience Award for Best Documentary at the Philadelphia Festival of World Cinema.
Bowling For Columbine
Muckraker Michael Moore's scathing documentary about gun violence in America.
Muckraker Michael Moore's scathing documentary about gun violence in America.
Bukowski: Born Into This
A review of the Charles Bukowski documentary "Born Into This" by John Dullaghan.
A review of the Charles Bukowski documentary "Born Into This" by John Dullaghan.
Calle 54
Move the furniture, line up the tequila shots, and get ready to boogie down in your living room: The infectuous Latin jazz documentary "Calle 54" is out on DVD.
Move the furniture, line up the tequila shots, and get ready to boogie down in your living room: The infectuous Latin jazz documentary "Calle 54" is out on DVD.
Control Room
Jehane Noujaim's eye-opening documentary "Control Room" peeks behind the curtain at the Arab news network Al Jazeera. At once a document of the Iraq War, an inquiry into the way events are filtered into news, and a surprising portrait of the personalities behind the scenes, "Control Room," which opens today, is a must-see movie.
Jehane Noujaim's eye-opening documentary "Control Room" peeks behind the curtain at the Arab news network Al Jazeera. At once a document of the Iraq War, an inquiry into the way events are filtered into news, and a surprising portrait of the personalities behind the scenes, "Control Room," which opens today, is a must-see movie.
D.I.Y. Or Die: How To Survive As An Independent Artist
Filmmaker Michael W. Dean went over $10,000 in the hole to create this celebration of the underdog. Featuring interviews by Ian MacKaye , Lydia Lunch, Mike Watt and others.
Filmmaker Michael W. Dean went over $10,000 in the hole to create this celebration of the underdog. Featuring interviews by Ian MacKaye , Lydia Lunch, Mike Watt and others.
Devil's Playground
Lucy Walker's debut about the Amish rite of passage called rumspringa follows one young man into crank addiction and back.
Lucy Walker's debut about the Amish rite of passage called rumspringa follows one young man into crank addiction and back.
Darwin's Nightmare - Documentary Review
Like the upcoming John LeCarre adaptation "The Constant Gardener," this new documentary by Hubert Sauper is concerned with the impact of globalization on Africa. In Lake Victoria, a predatory fish has become the prime resource of Tanzania--but at what price?
Like the upcoming John LeCarre adaptation "The Constant Gardener," this new documentary by Hubert Sauper is concerned with the impact of globalization on Africa. In Lake Victoria, a predatory fish has become the prime resource of Tanzania--but at what price?
Dogtown and Z-Boys
What do you get when you cross juvenile delinquent wannabe surfers with a city full of concrete? According to "Dogtown and Z-Boys," the new documentary by former skater Stacy Peralta, you get a revolution.
What do you get when you cross juvenile delinquent wannabe surfers with a city full of concrete? According to "Dogtown and Z-Boys," the new documentary by former skater Stacy Peralta, you get a revolution.
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
Fenton Baily and Randy Barbato's documentary about televanglist Tammy Faye Bakker Messner. Narrated by RuPaul.
Fenton Baily and Randy Barbato's documentary about televanglist Tammy Faye Bakker Messner. Narrated by RuPaul.
Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room - Review
Alex Gibney's documentary about the spectacular bankruptcy of the energy trading company tells a gripping story of greed, deception, and fraud.
Alex Gibney's documentary about the spectacular bankruptcy of the energy trading company tells a gripping story of greed, deception, and fraud.
Fahrenheit 911 - Review
The hype surrounding Michael Moore's scathing analysis of the Bush Administration has been impossible to ignore. The Golden Palm at Cannes, the quarrel between Miramax and Disney over the film's distribution, and more recently the contested "R" rating have assured that the film has stayed in the news. Already, websites have sprung up with attempts to block screenings and discredit the movie. Who to believe? Is "Fahrenheit 9/11" overblown anti-American propaganda, or a must-see documentary?
The hype surrounding Michael Moore's scathing analysis of the Bush Administration has been impossible to ignore. The Golden Palm at Cannes, the quarrel between Miramax and Disney over the film's distribution, and more recently the contested "R" rating have assured that the film has stayed in the news. Already, websites have sprung up with attempts to block screenings and discredit the movie. Who to believe? Is "Fahrenheit 9/11" overblown anti-American propaganda, or a must-see documentary?
Festival Express - Review
The Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin, the Band, and Buddy Guy take a train across Canada in the exhuberant rock'n roll documentary "Festival Express," which chronicles the legendary 1970 concert tour.
The Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin, the Band, and Buddy Guy take a train across Canada in the exhuberant rock'n roll documentary "Festival Express," which chronicles the legendary 1970 concert tour.
From Mao to Mozart
Twenty years ago, violin virtuoso Isaac Stern visited China to play concerts and "say hello with music." Now it's out on DVD, and it's as fresh and inspiring now as it was then.
Twenty years ago, violin virtuoso Isaac Stern visited China to play concerts and "say hello with music." Now it's out on DVD, and it's as fresh and inspiring now as it was then.
Grass
Legalize marijuana? Rob Mann's documentary looks at 100 years of marijuana use and America's tireless crusude against the drug. Woody Harrelson narrates.
Legalize marijuana? Rob Mann's documentary looks at 100 years of marijuana use and America's tireless crusude against the drug. Woody Harrelson narrates.
Grateful Dawg
The celebration of a musical friendship, "Grateful Dawg" explores the collaboration between mandolin player David Grisman and the legendary Jerry Garcia.
The celebration of a musical friendship, "Grateful Dawg" explores the collaboration between mandolin player David Grisman and the legendary Jerry Garcia.
Gunner Palace - Review
Embedded with a Field Artillery unit in Baghdad for two months in 2003, documentary filmmakers Michael Tucker and Petra Epperlein collected first-hand footage of the lives of American soldiers. The result is “Gunner Palace,” a film that promises to give an unvarnished look at the front lines but does little to further the discussion on the war. Read Jürgen's review.
Embedded with a Field Artillery unit in Baghdad for two months in 2003, documentary filmmakers Michael Tucker and Petra Epperlein collected first-hand footage of the lives of American soldiers. The result is “Gunner Palace,” a film that promises to give an unvarnished look at the front lines but does little to further the discussion on the war. Read Jürgen's review.
In The Realm of the Unreal - Review
Jessica Yu's documentary about artist Henry Darger, a recluse who lived almost entirely in his own mind, writing and illustrating a 15,000 page novel. Dakota Fanning narrates.
Jessica Yu's documentary about artist Henry Darger, a recluse who lived almost entirely in his own mind, writing and illustrating a 15,000 page novel. Dakota Fanning narrates.
Inside Deep Throat - Review
In 1972, a porn flick starring Linda Lovelace became a national sensation. A new documentary, featuring Gore Vidal, John Waters, Erica Jong and Norman <ailer, tells the history of the notorious film.
In 1972, a porn flick starring Linda Lovelace became a national sensation. A new documentary, featuring Gore Vidal, John Waters, Erica Jong and Norman <ailer, tells the history of the notorious film.
Keep the River on Your Right
There could hardly be a better example of fearlessness than Toby Schneebaum, the gay and self-described "unattractive" painter and anthropologist who wandered into a jungle teeming with cannibals with only the vaguest of directions.
There could hardly be a better example of fearlessness than Toby Schneebaum, the gay and self-described "unattractive" painter and anthropologist who wandered into a jungle teeming with cannibals with only the vaguest of directions.
Life and Debt
Stephanie Black's documentary about the devastating dymanics of globalization on Jamaica is a powerful lesson in economics.
Stephanie Black's documentary about the devastating dymanics of globalization on Jamaica is a powerful lesson in economics.
Lost In La Mancha
Keith Fulton and Louis Pepe's "Lost in La Mancha," the film about Terry Gilliam's failed project, unfolds like a train wreck in slow motion.
Keith Fulton and Louis Pepe's "Lost in La Mancha," the film about Terry Gilliam's failed project, unfolds like a train wreck in slow motion.
March of the Penguins
Penguins are incredibly cute. It's the rare, hardened soul who can resist their appeal. French filmmaker Luc Jacquet exploits their appeal to tremendous affect in nature documentary "The March of the Penguins."
Penguins are incredibly cute. It's the rare, hardened soul who can resist their appeal. French filmmaker Luc Jacquet exploits their appeal to tremendous affect in nature documentary "The March of the Penguins."
Melies the Magician
Before George Lucas, there was George Melies, the pioneer of fantasy film. Facets Video's DVD release "Melies the Magician" combines a documentary about Melies' career with fifteen short films in restored splendor.
Before George Lucas, there was George Melies, the pioneer of fantasy film. Facets Video's DVD release "Melies the Magician" combines a documentary about Melies' career with fifteen short films in restored splendor.
Mr. Death: The Rise and Fall of Fred A. Leuchter, Jr.
Errol Morris's controversial documentary about the inventor of the electric chair.
Errol Morris's controversial documentary about the inventor of the electric chair.
My Architect
Nathaniel Kahn examines the life and career of his father, famed architect Louis I. Kahn in this intimate documentary.
Nathaniel Kahn examines the life and career of his father, famed architect Louis I. Kahn in this intimate documentary.
My Flesh and Blood
This documentary tells the story of one year in the life of Susan Tom of Fairfield, California who is the adopted mother of eleven "special needs" children.
This documentary tells the story of one year in the life of Susan Tom of Fairfield, California who is the adopted mother of eleven "special needs" children.
One Day in September
This powerful film combines dramatic archive footage with detailed eyewitness testimony of the 1972 terrorist attack at the Olympic Games in Munich.
This powerful film combines dramatic archive footage with detailed eyewitness testimony of the 1972 terrorist attack at the Olympic Games in Munich.
Outfoxed DVD Review
A grass-roots phenomenon, Robert Greenwald's DVD-only documentary "Outfoxed: Rupert Murdoch's War on Journalism" takes on the "fair and balanced" news channel.
A grass-roots phenomenon, Robert Greenwald's DVD-only documentary "Outfoxed: Rupert Murdoch's War on Journalism" takes on the "fair and balanced" news channel.
Persons of Interest - Review
Filmmakers Alison Maclean ("Jesus’ Son") and Tobias Perse interview twelve former detainees in America's War against Terror.
Filmmakers Alison Maclean ("Jesus’ Son") and Tobias Perse interview twelve former detainees in America's War against Terror.
Protocols of Zion - Review - Mark Levin
A documentary about anti-semitism isn't anybody's idea of a good time, but director Mark Levin ("Slam") pulled off an extraordinary feat: "Protocols of Zion" is an invigorating, highly entertaining film about a complex topic.
A documentary about anti-semitism isn't anybody's idea of a good time, but director Mark Levin ("Slam") pulled off an extraordinary feat: "Protocols of Zion" is an invigorating, highly entertaining film about a complex topic.
Reel Paradise - Review
It's reality cinema! Steve James' documentary follows the Pierson family to the remotest island in Fiji, where they take over a theater to show movies for free.
It's reality cinema! Steve James' documentary follows the Pierson family to the remotest island in Fiji, where they take over a theater to show movies for free.
S21: The Killing Machine of the Khmer Rouge
Rithy Panh's devastating documentary about the Cambodian genocide under Pol Pot premiered at the New York Film Festival. Uniquely powerful among human-rights documentaries, "S21" brings victims and perpetrators face-to-face.
Rithy Panh's devastating documentary about the Cambodian genocide under Pol Pot premiered at the New York Film Festival. Uniquely powerful among human-rights documentaries, "S21" brings victims and perpetrators face-to-face.
Startup.com
A tale of irrational exhuberance: watch the bubble grow, watch the bubble burst. Jehane Nouhjaim's super-timely documentary follows two boyish entrepreneurs on their dot-com rollercoaster ride, cinema verité style.
A tale of irrational exhuberance: watch the bubble grow, watch the bubble burst. Jehane Nouhjaim's super-timely documentary follows two boyish entrepreneurs on their dot-com rollercoaster ride, cinema verité style.
Step Into Liquid
The Endless Summer is far from over: With "Step into Liquid," Dana Brown created a genial documentary on surf culture around the world with cinematography so stunning it needs a "no computer graphics" disclaimer.
The Endless Summer is far from over: With "Step into Liquid," Dana Brown created a genial documentary on surf culture around the world with cinematography so stunning it needs a "no computer graphics" disclaimer.
Super Size Me
A month of Happy Meals: filmmaker Morgan Spurlock ate nothing but McDonald's for thirty days, under close supervision by a team of doctors. The results of his fast food binge are shocking, and his documentary on the controversial experiment is a terrific film that makes nutrition sexy.
A month of Happy Meals: filmmaker Morgan Spurlock ate nothing but McDonald's for thirty days, under close supervision by a team of doctors. The results of his fast food binge are shocking, and his documentary on the controversial experiment is a terrific film that makes nutrition sexy.
The Filth and The Fury
Julien Temple directs this 2000 documentary about the tragic rise and fall of the Sex Pistols.
Julien Temple directs this 2000 documentary about the tragic rise and fall of the Sex Pistols.
The Five Obstructions
Two Danish directors challenge each other to a cinematic mind game: veteran filmmaker Jorgen Leth will remake one of his own films, with rules given to him by Lars von Trier ("Dogville.") The surprising turns of their creative experiment are chronicled in this thrilling meta-film
Two Danish directors challenge each other to a cinematic mind game: veteran filmmaker Jorgen Leth will remake one of his own films, with rules given to him by Lars von Trier ("Dogville.") The surprising turns of their creative experiment are chronicled in this thrilling meta-film
The Gospel According to Philip K. Dick
A documentary about the Sci-Fi author who wrote the stories on which "Blade Runner" and "Total Recall" were based
A documentary about the Sci-Fi author who wrote the stories on which "Blade Runner" and "Total Recall" were based
The Kids Are Alright
Jeff Stein's classic documentary about legendary rock band The Who has been painstakingly restored to full, rip-roaring glory. The film shows off Roger Daltrey's swinging microphone, Pete Townshend's shredding guitar windmills and the band's exhuberant equipment-trashing.
Jeff Stein's classic documentary about legendary rock band The Who has been painstakingly restored to full, rip-roaring glory. The film shows off Roger Daltrey's swinging microphone, Pete Townshend's shredding guitar windmills and the band's exhuberant equipment-trashing.
The Lifestyle
David Schisgall's documentary looks at the daily lives of real-life "swingers", also known as wife-swappers, etc.
David Schisgall's documentary looks at the daily lives of real-life "swingers", also known as wife-swappers, etc.
The Plastic People of the Universe
The story of the Czech rock band as told in Jana Chytlova's new documentary, is a fascinating account of repression, subversion, and rock music as revolutionary force.
The story of the Czech rock band as told in Jana Chytlova's new documentary, is a fascinating account of repression, subversion, and rock music as revolutionary force.
The Specialist
A haunting portrait of Adolf Eichmann during the 1960 trial in Jerusalem, Eyal Sivan's documentary offers profound insights into the mechanics of the Holocaust.
A haunting portrait of Adolf Eichmann during the 1960 trial in Jerusalem, Eyal Sivan's documentary offers profound insights into the mechanics of the Holocaust.
The Stone Reader
Filmmaker Mark Moskowitz's search for an elusive author serves as dramatic background for "Stone Reader."
Filmmaker Mark Moskowitz's search for an elusive author serves as dramatic background for "Stone Reader."
The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill
Judy Irving's documentary about San Francisco's wild flock of cherry-headed conures and the man who loves them.
Judy Irving's documentary about San Francisco's wild flock of cherry-headed conures and the man who loves them.
This So-Called Disaster
Michael Almereyda's documentary on the rehearsals for the Sam Shepard play "The Late Harry Moss" is a serious treat. When else can you can you watch Sean Penn and Woody Harrelson razz each other about their worst films and not feel frivolous? Nick Nolte and Cheech Martin also perform.
Michael Almereyda's documentary on the rehearsals for the Sam Shepard play "The Late Harry Moss" is a serious treat. When else can you can you watch Sean Penn and Woody Harrelson razz each other about their worst films and not feel frivolous? Nick Nolte and Cheech Martin also perform.
Winged Migration
The soaring French documentary about birds in flight caused quite a stir at the independent box office. Now it is now available on DVD. But how do the spectacular images translate to the small screen? Read the review.
The soaring French documentary about birds in flight caused quite a stir at the independent box office. Now it is now available on DVD. But how do the spectacular images translate to the small screen? Read the review.