documentary

THE BIG BOYS' PLAYGROUND: An Enticing & Mesmerising Solution
THE BIG BOYS’ PLAYGROUND: An Enticing & Mesmerising Solution

The Big Boys’ Playground by Guillaume Lion paints rock climbing as a finely detailed, balanced, and makes the sport that more intriguing.

EVERYTHING THE LIGHT TOUCHES: A Profound & Touching Portrait
EVERYTHING THE LIGHT TOUCHES: A Profound & Touching Portrait

Everything the Light Touches is an introspective look at a Welsh Elvis impersonator, and also manages to be something even more profound.

DAVID LYNCH: THE ART LIFE: The Beautiful Dark Dreams Of An Artist
DAVID LYNCH: THE ART LIFE: The Beautiful Dark Dreams Of An Artist

David Lynch: The Art Life delves into the abstract world of Lynch, the artist. But while it intrigues, some mysteries still remain.

BAD RAP: A Hip-Hopumentary That Fails To Get Under The Skin Of Its Subject Matter
BAD RAP: A Hip-Hopumentary That Fails To Get Under The Skin Of Its Subject Matter

Bad Rap documents the hard time Asian Americans have getting into the American hip hop scene, but should’ve offered a deeper exploration.

ABACUS: SMALL ENOUGH TO JAIL: The Film That Will Make You Empathize With A Bank
ABACUS: SMALL ENOUGH TO JAIL: The Film That Will Make You Empathize With A Bank

Abacus: Small Enough to Jail focuses on a bank who could be scapegoated for the crisis without decimating the U.S. financial system.

"The Bravest Thing That Subjects Do Is Letting Us Into Their Lives" Interview With Steve James, Director of ABACUS: SMALL ENOUGH TO JAIL
“The Bravest Thing That Subjects Do Is Letting Us Into Their Lives” Interview With Steve James, Director of ABACUS: SMALL ENOUGH TO JAIL

We spoke with legendary documentarian Steve James about his new film, Abacus: Small Enough To Jail, about the economic crisis & finding truth.

DREAM CITY: A Personal Documentary With Political Impact
DREAM CITY: A Personal Documentary With Political Impact

About an aspiring actress in Iraq, Dream City weaves together both political and personal prospects to capture an immersive slice of life.

The Wales International Documentary Festival 2017: A Film Critic's Diary
The Wales International Documentary Festival 2017: A Film Critic’s Diary

Film Inquiry writer Julia Smith had a chance to check out the Wales International Documentary Festival; here is an account of her experiences.

I CALLED HIM MORGAN: A Riveting Treatment of an American Music Legend
I CALLED HIM MORGAN: A Riveting Treatment Of An American Music Legend

I Called Him Morgan is a riveting look at jazz trumpeter Lee Morgan, examining his life, his music, and his impact on those who knew him.

LOSING SIGHT OF SHORE: An Inspiring Journey

Losing Sight of Shore is an inspiring and empowering documentary about four women who crossed the Pacific Ocean in a rowboat.

CASTING JONBENET: Memory As Context
CASTING JONBENET: Memory As Context

A documentary about the famous murder case, Casting JonBenet combines interviews with reenacted footage in an unconventionally effective way.

HAROLD AND LILLIAN: A HOLLYWOOD LOVE STORY: Hollywood's Hidden Heroes
HAROLD AND LILLIAN: A HOLLYWOOD LOVE STORY: Hollywood’s Hidden Heroes

Harold And Lillian: A Hollywood Love Story is a beautiful tribute to two unsung heroes of the film industry and their decades spanning relationship.

Tribeca Film Festival: Oppression, Fear and Freedom Dominate in DISOBEDIENCE, LEMONADE, THE GIRL AND THE PICTURE and NICE
Tribeca Film Festival Day 2 Round-Up

Stephanie Archer reports on her second day at the Tribeca Film Festival 2017!

ART OF COURAGE: Creative Activism For All
ART OF COURAGE: Creative Activism For All

After the Paris terrorist attacks, two aerial artists worked tirelessly to spread a message of hope. This short film, Art Of Courage, details their story.

San Francisco International Film Festival Week 2 Roundup
San Francisco International Film Festival Week 2 Roundup

For week two of the San Francisco International Film Fest, our writer Arlin Golden documented the films he was able to see and experience.