documentary

ALWAYS IN SEASON: Searching For Truth
ALWAYS IN SEASON: Searching For Truth

Although uneven, Always in Season is hugely effective in raising awareness and provoking discussion around racial injustice.

H IS FOR HARRY: In Search of A Ladder
H IS FOR HARRY: In Search of A Ladder

The inspirational story of a teacher reaching his or her students to help them succeed…

LIAM: AS IT WAS: Middle of the Road Doc that Never Quite Sparks Into Life
LIAM GALLAGHER: AS IT WAS: Middle Of The Road Doc That Never Quite Sparks Into Life

Much like Gallagher himself these days, Liam: As it Was is a tided up version of the rock-and-roll star’s story.

IN THE SHADOW OF THE TOWERS: STUYVESANT HIGH ON 9/11: The Children of September 11th Speak
IN THE SHADOW OF THE TOWERS: STUYVESANT HIGH ON 9/11: The Children Of September 11th Speak

Amy Schatz’s “In the Shadow of the Towers: Stuyvesant HIgh on 9/11” recounts the harrowing day through the eyes of high school students who saw it happen first hand.

CinéfestOZ Film Festival 2019: SUPER WHALE HIGHWAYCinéfestOZ Film Festival 2019: SUPER WHALE HIGHWAY
CinéfestOZ Film Festival 2019: WHALE SUPER HIGHWAY

Thoughtfully composed and steadily educational, Super Whale Highway’s reflection on the domestic duties of the humpback whale is a trip worth taking.

OFFSIDE: A Glimpse Of The Gritty World Of Women's Soccer
OFFSIDE: A Glimpse Of The Gritty World Of Women’s Soccer

In the aftermath of the 2019 Women’s World Cup, women’s soccer has had a brighter…

LAST CHANCE U: Tug of Wars
LAST CHANCE U Season 4: Tug Of Wars

In Season 4, Last Chance U is forced for the first time to confront its decision to center the coach as the premier personality of the show.

ONE CHILD NATION: Documentary Filmmaking At Its Most Effective
ONE CHILD NATION: Documentary Filmmaking At Its Most Effective

One Child Nation is, without doubt, a criticism on blind acceptance of nationalism. In this way, it is an incredibly timely piece that absolutely must be seen.

UNMASKING JIHADI JOHN: Botched Exploration Of Radicalization
UNMASKING JIHADI JOHN: Botched Exploration Of Radicalization

Although an interesting snapshot of a mysterious figure, Unmasking Jihadi John lacks enough insight into either Emwazi or ISIS to make it a comprehensive guide on either topic.

AMERICAN FACTORY: Far From Home
AMERICAN FACTORY: Far From Home

American Factory excellently conveys the complexities of a culture clash, and is an insightful illumination of globalization.

JAWLINE: A Harrowing Look Into Social Media Stardom
JAWLINE: A Harrowing Look Into Social Media Stardom

Jawline is an honest and nuanced look at social media stardom and what it’s doing for young millennials and Generation Z.

ALTERNATE ENDINGS: An Honoring Look At End-Of-Life Alternatives
ALTERNATE ENDINGS: An Honoring Look At End-Of-Life Alternatives

Documenting the universal process of death is no easy task, but Alternate Endings find the perfect balance between exploration, education, and empathy.

COLD CASE HAMMARSKJÖLD: Blurring The Line Between Conspiracy & Journalism
COLD CASE HAMMARSKJÖLD: Blurring The Line Between Conspiracy & Journalism

Cold Case Hammarskjöld is entertaining, even if it’s not the bombshell documentary we expected.

ILLUMINATED: Johnny Royal’s New Documentary Seeks To Illuminate The Illuminati

The new documentary Illuminated: The True Story of the Illuminati explores the elusive group. We spoke with director and freemason Johnny Royal.

JAY MYSELF: Clutter King Retraces 50 Years Of Collected Gems
JAY MYSELF: Clutter King Retraces 50 Years Of Collected Gems

Certainly an ode to Jay Maisel’s life and career, Jay Myself is a celebration, remembering the life and work he created in The Bank.