music

MUSIC: How Is Autism Still Misused In Movies?
MUSIC: How Is Autism Still Misused In Movies?

Music is just another piece of the puzzle in forming the gross picture of ableism, placed with good intentions or lack of insight.

SXSW 2021: Interview With Anna Hopkins, Star Of FOR THE RECORD
SXSW 2021: Interview With Anna Hopkins, Star Of FOR THE RECORD

Film Inquiry’s Luke Parker spoke with Anna Hopkins about the intimate nature of music in conversation about her SXSW series, For the Record.

LISTEN TO THE UNIVERSE: A Traditional Competition Film, With Something Extra
LISTEN TO THE UNIVERSE: A Traditional Competition Film, With Something Extra

In its styles, structures, and personal relationships, Listen to the Universe does the rare feat of turning a competition against itself.

THE UNITED STATES VS BILLIE HOLIDAY: A Decent Biopic, A Technical Mess
THE UNITED STATES VS BILLIE HOLIDAY: A Decent Biopic, A Technical Mess

The United States vs. Billie Holiday is multilayered and nuanced in its messaging, brought to life on the strong performance of Andra Day.

Glasgow Film Festival 2021: DA CAPO
Glasgow Film Festival 2021: DA CAPO

A contender for feel-good film of the year, De Capo follows a musician returning home, where he’s torn between his music and the kids he inspires.

Glasgow Film Festival 2021: CREATION STORIES
Glasgow Film Festival 2021: CREATION STORIES

Creation Stories will appeal most to those with an interest in 90s pop culture as it is unabashedly content to revel in those memories.

NEW YORK TIMES PRESENTS: FRAMING BRITNEY SPEARS: #FreeBritney B*tch
NEW YORK TIMES PRESENTS: FRAMING BRITNEY SPEARS: #FreeBritney B*tch

Framing Britney Spears may not be the best documentary of 2021, but it sure to become the most relevant and vital in the fight for freedom and equality.

Transcendence and Snobbery in Satyajit Ray’s THE MUSIC ROOM
Transcendence and Snobbery in Satyajit Ray’s THE MUSIC ROOM

The tragedy in The Music Room, is that he believes in a world where elitism, patriarchy, and status are of equal value to the spiritual advancement of art.

Interview with Director Marco Porsia featuring Rodney Ascher
Interview with Director Marco Porsia featuring Rodney Ascher

Alexander Miller sat down with filmmakers Marco Porsia and Rodney Ascher to discuss the work of alt-rock band, Swans.

THE VENTURES: STARS ON GUITARS: A Well-Meaning Retrospective
THE VENTURES: STARS ON GUITARS: A Well-Meaning Retrospective

While we always talk about The Beatles and The Beach Boys, but the impactful legacy of The Ventures deserve their due.

The Cry of Jazz: An Invaluable Meditation on Art and Race
The Cry of Jazz: An Invaluable Meditation on Art and Race

The Cry of Jazz does not waste energy or time, and in doing so it succeeds in breaking through with its considerable strength.

SOUND OF METAL: An Innovative, Meditative Experience
SOUND OF METAL: An Innovative, Meditative Experience

It is an innovative piece of work; it starts off intense and visceral until it takes a turn and becomes a tender, compassionate exploration of acceptance.

SWANS - WHERE DOES A BODY END?: Swans and the Glowing Man
SWANS – WHERE DOES A BODY END?: Swans and the Glowing Man

While Swans – Where Does A Body End? will be streaming on Amazon Prime, this a movie that should be played as loud as possible.

HARRY CHAPIN: WHEN IN DOUBT, DO SOMETHING: A Partially Interested Musical Documentary
HARRY CHAPIN: WHEN IN DOUBT, DO SOMETHING: Providing Words to Live By

While many would probably have appreciated a more robust exploration of his musical career, there’s also a deeply human message at the core.

Ridgefield International Film Festival 2020: GAY CHORUS DEEP SOUTH
Ridgefield International Film Festival 2020: GAY CHORUS DEEP SOUTH

In the face of hate, Gay Chorus Deep South is a shining beacon of love and an exemplary display of resilience and strength.