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A nerdy look at the top 5 documentaries of the year 2008.
By Justin Rhinehart | Published 12/4/2008 | Read more »
A list of award winning documentaries that capture the horror of the Jewish Holocaust in Germany.
By Rachelle Lynn Williams | Published 11/13/2008 | Read more »
Educational and entertaining, "rockumentaries" (documentaries centering on the world of rock & roll music, its performing artists, its fans, its events, and its subcultures) are growing in number and popularity every year.
By Jolie O'Dell | Published 1/1/2009 | Read more »
2008 was not a great year for movies, but it was a pretty good year for documentaries. I saw a lot of them, and they stayed with me long after the lights came up.
By Ben Kenber | Published 2/1/2009 | Read more »
This is a review on 2 music dvd documentaries - Edgeplay, about The Runways, and The Cream Will Rise, about Sophie B. Hawkins
By Jessica Shelton | Published 7/17/2006 | Read more »
In an era of "concert DVDs" and quickly produced films simply used a product to fill space between albums, these 5 DVDs are insightful and compelling. Get descriptions of each.
By Starving Artist Music | Published 9/17/2008 | Read more »
A list of award winning and information packed documentaries about the heinous institution of slavery in the United States.
By Rachelle Lynn Williams | Published 11/13/2008 | Read more »
If you are wondering whether the Roku is worth the price and effort and you are a fan of documentaries, you need not worry. Netflix's availability of documentaries for instant viewing alone make the Roku worthwhile.
By Timothy Sexton | Published 6/3/2008 | Read more »
Ten of the most critically acclaimed and satifying, but lesser-known documentaries from years past to move to the top of your queue. Start your New Year of film off right!
By Richelle Hawks | Published 1/11/2007 | Read more »
A look of some my favorite documentaries.
By Cynthia C. Scott | Published 12/5/2007 | Read more »
Although American director Martin Scorsese, who was finally awarded the Oscar for Best Director this year, is known primarily for his fiction films, his documentaries are just as rich and compelling.
By Daniel Lehman | Published 6/12/2007 | Read more »
Even in the face of a writer's strike, the networks still won't allow you to know the real truth about the Bush administration. Fortunately, the one positive world record that Bush has achieved is being the subject of more great documentaries than any other President.
By Timothy Sexton | Published 1/28/2008 | Read more »
Looking for a refreshing alternative to the summer blockbuster? Check out some of these upcoming documentaries.
By Matthew Schramer | Published 5/16/2008 | Read more »
Nazi propaganda ran the gamut from the inartistic rantings of Fritz Hipper to the subtle artistry of Leni Riefenstahl. Would you be able to tell the difference if both kinds were being directed toward you today?
By Timothy Sexton | Published 6/22/2007 | Read more »
I find myself so troubled by these kinds of films, for two reasons: one, because I agree with them in large part, and two, because I think they disseminate falsehoods that hurt people.
By Margaret Delle | Published 1/4/2008 | Read more »
This powerful trio of documentary masterpieces contain incredible performances by 60s rock icons, and capture a unique moment in American life. Read on to discover three films that show the music of the hippie movement at its birth, its end, and its peak.
By Wanda Leibowitz | Published 4/16/2007 | Read more »
After ushering in a testament to DJ culture with the Documentary Scratch, director Doug Pray captured the high energy 2002 tour stop in Los Angeles into the follow-up film Scratch: All the Way Live.
By Jason Cangialosi | Published 2/16/2006 | Read more »
Films books and documentaries that explore health issues.
By Marilisa Kinney Sachteleben | Published 3/3/2008 | Read more »
Beyond news headlines, independent documentaries gain perspective across the rift of Israel and Palestine. Including, Promises, The Inner Tour, Gaza Strip, Jenin - Jenin, Until When... and The Wall.
By Jason Cangialosi | Published 2/25/2008 | Read more »
Sicko gets Oscar high-five according to Michael Moore. But the competition is stiff and the other documentaries equally compelling.
By Marilisa Kinney Sachteleben | Published 2/4/2008 | Read more »
When it comes to liberal documentaries, the standard operating procedure of conservatives is to attack the messenger and ignore the facts.
By Timothy Sexton | Published 7/6/2007 | Read more »
The Kennesaw House has been featured in documentaries for PBS, CNN, and the History Channel for its ghostly activity. Learn the history of this fascinating building and why it may be haunted.
By Rhetta Akamatsu | Published 2/25/2008 | Read more »
The Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar family have announced the pending birth of their 18th biological child. Their family life has been chronicled in several Discovery Channel documentaries, with new episodes airing this fall.
By F Flores | Published 5/15/2008 | Read more »
Warm up the DVD player for the 4th of July holiday Revolutionary War Marathon. There are numerous miniseries and nonfiction documentaries on TV about the Revolution, but there are only a handful of theatrical releases with this pivotal event as the theme.
By Nick Howes | Published 5/25/2008 | Read more »
There are many archaeological documentaries on television to get the idea. Watch and listen closely. The explanations usually begin with, "We believe" or "We think." As the interview progresses the language in their suppositions becomes more definitive.
By Rudy C. Granados | Published 2/19/2008 | Read more »
PBS is a great place to see some great documentaries. In this day and age of DVDs, the great thing is you can buy the ones you like and watch them. "Oswald's Ghost" is one worth watching, and an interesting look into the life of a strange man.
By Bryan Alaspa | Published 1/22/2008 | Read more »
A look at Elvis' 31 movies, 3 documentaries, and several television specials.
By Maggie OLeary | Published 1/8/2008 | Read more »
Listen, I'm a big film guy, and especially documentaries - you might call me a docky.
By AC James | Published 1/15/2008 | Read more »
Select independent films and documentaries on spirituality, philosophy, and religion enjoy special showings at the Edgar Cayce center in Virginia Beach. Come see what to expect this summer in film and lectures.
By Kathryn Lively | Published 7/11/2008 | Read more »
Best known as the singer for Iron Maiden, Bruce Dickinson has enjoyed success in other careers. He has a license to fly jets, hosts a BBC radio music show, does documentaries, has written two novels and fences.
By Joffre (JD) Meyer | Published 8/4/2008 | Read more »
If you were appalled by far-left filmmaker Michael Moores' documentaries, "Farenheit 911" and "Sicko", then take heart. The newly released comedy, "An American Carol" offers a counter attack against Moore and his liberal ideology.
By Venice Kichura | Published 10/21/2008 | Read more »
I've seen far too many documentaries that point to how big business snuff the little man and their ideas that could further the human race just because they can't profit from it should it be invented.
By J_Jammer | Published 10/21/2008 | Read more »
The former Vice Presidential hopeful addresses the media's apparent role in her demise, and specifically expresses displeasure with Katie Couric and Tina Fey.
By Brook Flagg | Published 1/9/2009 | Read more »
I'm a film buff. I love all kinds of films, from drama to documentaries. About the only exception to my film viewing tastes are the sophomoric, teeny bopper-type films from the late '90s to the present.
By Rachelle Lynn Williams | Published 9/19/2008 | Read more »
Documentaries are interesting, thus making mockumentaries fun to make. Here is a quick guide on how to write a tasteful mockumentary.
By Bridget Ilene Delaney | Published 8/28/2008 | Read more »
Nobody does TCM documentaries better than Martin Scorsese. And now he's got a subject that's his equal: Val Lewton.
By Timothy Sexton | Published 1/3/2008 | Read more »
There are hundreds of movies, TV shows, documentaries, and cartoons freely available to watch over the Internet. These works of art are now in the public domain, and they are available for viewing by anyone who so chooses.
By Rachelle Lynn Williams | Published 7/15/2008 | Read more »
There are loads of movies on Bruce Lee's life and his martial arts skills. These films stand out as some of the best ever produced on the kung-fu legend.
By Will Stape | Published 4/28/2008 | Read more »
Drowning in symbolism? Up to here with the dark, yet glorious side of America? Sick of people making documentaries saying that you'll get fat if you eat a lot of junk food? Well, grab some popcorn. I'd pay double to see these.
By Bryan Peck | Published 8/29/2006 | Read more »
TV personality and naturalist Steve Irwin, 44, was killed this morning by a stingray. Irwin was director of the Australian Zoo and host of hundreds of TV documentaries.
By Kathy Fleming | Published 9/4/2006 | Read more »
At their best, documentaries are the kind of films that provide an immediacy and intimacy- inevitably making the subject matter more compelling.
By John Farr | Published 10/24/2007 | Read more »
An opportunity to swim along side dolphins or ride on the backs of marine turtles is one of those childhood fantasies we all seem to have nurtured when we were younger. This was the stuff of documentaries or adventure films and not reality.
By Gary Picariello | Published 8/8/2006 | Read more »
The box office success of recent documentaries highlight how true life issues and stories can be riveting and a source for creative sustenance.
By John Farr | Published 7/2/2006 | Read more »
Rory Kilalea has worked in the Middle East and throughout Africa, directing documentaries as well as in various production, script-writing and management positions. He is also the author of several short story collections and plays.
By Ambrose Musiyiwa | Published 11/25/2007 | Read more »
DVD Review of the film Capturing the Friedmans. Lost in a glut of popular documentaries over the last 4 years, documentary fans should not overlook this hidden gem.
By Mark Albracht | Published 6/23/2005 | Read more »
Heavy was one of the greatest TV documentaries I have ever seen. Here are my thoughts on it.
By Jetlag Democracy | Published 6/12/2006 | Read more »
a fascinating documentary that examines Lennon's transformation from musician to activist and how that drew the attention and ire of the United States government
By El Bicho | Published 9/28/2006 | Read more »
Now on DVD, we have the opportunity to see three early short documentaries made during Herzog's creatively fertile period in the '70s, in the collection Short Films by Werner Herzog, recently released by New Yorker Video.
By Christopher Bourne | Published 1/12/2006 | Read more »
You've probably noticed a continuing thread through just about all of Ken Burns' outstanding historical documentaries for PBS since "The Civil War" in 1990. No matter the subject within America's history--racism always fits into the picture...
By Greg Brian (Gregoriancant) | Published 9/28/2007 | Read more »
The 15th edition of the African Diaspora Film Festival, screening in New York from November 23 through December 9, is a typically eclectic, globe-trotting collection of documentaries and fiction features.
By Christopher Bourne | Published 11/23/2007 | Read more »
There are dozens of short fims available for viewing at the Sundance website. Whether your tastes run from documentaries, straightforward storytelling, or to the arthouse and experimental, you will find some pleasing selections.
By Richelle Hawks | Published 1/20/2007 | Read more »
Most fundamenalist leaning people loved the documentary "The Exodus Decoded." Yet they hate the film "The Lost Tomb of Jesus." Interesting, since they have the same production team.
By Jeff Musall | Published 3/12/2007 | Read more »
The documentaries and pictures I had seen before coming to this beautiful state look dull and lifeless. I must say that experiencing Tasmania myself has been the only way to see it.
By ScubaMargie | Published 3/1/2007 | Read more »
If you love those "Behind the Music" documentaries, like I do, then you will love this DVD.
By Bryan Alaspa | Published 2/3/2007 | Read more »
HD is an amazing thing. I hate to admit it, but it's an amazing thing.
By Bryan Alaspa | Published 2/10/2007 | Read more »
Through the industrial and communication revelations have changed the face of our country. Thus the Impact of electronic media has to be seen in the background of our tradition and value based social structure.
By Sudhir K Rinten | Published 3/21/2006 | Read more »
I have found many benefits of the controlled use of technology and our children - and how it has actually generated creativity in our family.
By Carey Keavy | Published 4/7/2006 | Read more »
Many beginning screenwriters have never written anything, let alone a screenplay. Many know nothing about show business except that they love movies. They try to learn "the rules," hoping for a road map that will guide them through the maze.
By Wendy Jane Henson | Published 4/11/2006 | Read more »
The explosion of new media distribution on the internet allows for creative expression. The article details where this media is being stored and what effect it may have on broadcast and cable television.
By Gregory Solis | Published 4/27/2006 | Read more »
This is an editorial on the merit of B-Western films. The Western genre has been lost in the modern era and much can be learned from the roots of the film Western.
By Jonathan Alexandratos | Published 5/30/2006 | Read more »
What's the deal with global warming anyway? Is it real and if it is, what kind is it? Is it occuring now or will it occur later? Has it occuring in the past? Is it really possible to tell if it's happening and why? If it is happening, so what?
By Jeff Braun | Published 4/27/2006 | Read more »
Ocean City, Maryland, Dover, Delaware, Dewey Beach, Delaware, Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, and Lewes, Delaware are all hot spots that draw in tourists like magnets, and they are all within 30 miles of each other.
By Sherri Granato | Published 4/27/2006 | Read more »
I went to film school and actually found it helpful.
By Erin McMaster | Published 4/25/2006 | Read more »
Next time you visit New York, step off the beaten tourist path to glimpse the real New York. Polina Skibinskaya introduces you to the quirkier side of the City.
By Polina Skibinskaya | Published 3/24/2006 | Read more »
Southern California locals can attend the 14th annual Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) February 9-20, 2006 at the Magic Johnson Theatre. This event highlights cinema, art, music, and poetry from African descent.
By Monique R | Published 2/13/2006 | Read more »
The recent wave of Hollywood blockbusters has left some independent film fans at a loss. One filmmaker from Atlanta feels that there is hope for quality movies in the future.
By Alexis Colvard | Published 5/31/2006 | Read more »
Writers who possess the desire to expand his or her knowledge of English words and proper grammar can easily do so by reading, writing, watching educational television programs, and playing educational word games.
By Crystal Ray | Published 2/10/2006 | Read more »
This is a review of Lies and the Liars Who Tell Them: A Fair and Balanced Look at the Right, by Al Franken. Along with discussing the books contents, I digress into stories and experiences that have shaped my personal political views.
By Eric Westenberg | Published 2/24/2006 | Read more »
Veterans made a sacrifice for the nation and when the time comes to give a gift, there are a few special ways that can warm the heart of any veteran.
By LA BYLINE | Published 4/13/2006 | Read more »
Author, Culturist, Thinker and muse of innovators, Douglas Rushkoff drafts the foundations of a new renaissance in business. Sparking the Promethean fire within those who think outside the box, his message is clear: Get Back In The Box.
By Jason Cangialosi | Published 3/31/2006 | Read more »
Unlike the Tsunami that devastated South East Asia in 2004, the Mega-Tsunami gains its strength from overwhelming pressure of rock that crashes into the ocean. The effects can cause enormous waves that travel across the ocean in a matter of hours.
By Jerrard Ellerbe | Published 3/21/2006 | Read more »
A multitude of waterfront festivals can be enjoyed this summer in Newport, Rhode Island, known as the City-By-The-Sea. There's something for everyone, from food and music festivals to cultural and family events.
By Maryellen Cicione | Published 4/10/2006 | Read more »
The Discovery Channel's program "Going Tribal," caused mixed reactions. This article explores perception of the show through Discovery Channel's online forums, then discusses implications for both anthropology and entertainment.
By Marcy Parker | Published 6/17/2006 | Read more »
Corporations bent on world domination, the Merry Pranksters that inflitrate their federation, brave heros that join the sweatshop slaves and factory girls gone wild at Mardi Gras? Sounds like a good movie, or 4 or 5 or...
By Farzin Mojtabai & Jason Cangialosi | Published 7/6/2006 | Read more »
An estimated 50 million Americans do crossword puzzles every week. Why is it so popular? Who are these people? It is certainly an odd passion to those who do not partake in the weekly (or sometimes or with some people daily) hobby.
By Courtland Jindra | Published 6/25/2006 | Read more »
Fans of film will find a lot to watch over the course of a year in Boston, MA. Many film festivals bring a diverse array of cinema to the city.
By Abe | Published 6/22/2006 | Read more »
A review of the DVD collection The Best of Abbott & Costello Vol. 1.
By Timothy Sexton | Published 7/3/2006 | Read more »
Schindler's List is not only a fine example of filmmaking at its best, but it also serves as a memorial to the six million victims of the Holocaust.
By Alex Diaz-Granados | Published 7/6/2006 | Read more »
Why We Fight is a balanced, thought-provoking documentary that encourages serious debate about the county's actions and directions. Certain to be one of the best of 2006.
By El Bicho | Published 2/9/2006 | Read more »
DanceBOOM!, a contemporary dance festival, enjoyed a stellar opening weekend debuting its fifth season of performances at The Wilma Theater in Philadelphia.
By Ashley Kraemer | Published 6/28/2006 | Read more »
The Philadelphia International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival is the third biggest one of its kind in the US, and the biggest hands-down on the entire East Coast. Films from 26 countries including Norway, Israel, Wales, Sweden, the Netherlands, Hong Kong.
By Jennifer Shipon | Published 6/22/2006 | Read more »
a great set of films that showcases a talented actress at work
By El Bicho | Published 6/16/2006 | Read more »
The Da Vinci Code begins with the murder of the curator of the Louvre Gallery in Paris, France. Thus begins the film adaptation of Dan Brown's controversial potboiler.
By Mark Whittington | Published 6/1/2006 | Read more »
Levin's Not Buying It is a facinating read, but take a tip from the author: save your money and borrow it from the library.
By Mountain Girl | Published 5/29/2006 | Read more »
Where were you on a rainy saturday afternoon in the past? What stimuli takes you back to those days? What do movies and odors have in common? Would you believe...motorcycles?
By Jeff Braun | Published 5/23/2006 | Read more »
In the publishing world and in Hollywood, there is a long standing rule: If you want to sell a book or a movie, create a controversy. Conspiracy theories tend to generate a first rate market.
By Wendy Jane Henson | Published 6/5/2006 | Read more »
In this second installment of my Michael Moore lawsuit piece, I'd like to talk about the choices that we make and little thing called accountability
By Jetlag Democracy | Published 6/16/2006 | Read more »
One of the ways racial stereotypes can be eliminated from our society is through the media. However, racial stereotypes are subtly and openly portrayed on a regular basis in the media.
By midwestgirl | Published 6/12/2006 | Read more »
Considering the success of this novel, I thought it would be at least a fun and entertaining read. Sadly, this overhyped best-seller is neither!
By Alex Diaz-Granados | Published 5/25/2006 | Read more »
Relocating, casual touring, traveling to visit relatives, work, school, whatever the reason is reason enough to explore the Inside Passage and the remarkable Alaska coast via the Alaska Marine Highway System.
By Jerry Watson | Published 8/27/2005 | Read more »
Discovery Channel's current documentary series Inside Evil is a hilarious and disturbing example of America's obsession with totalitarianism.
By Kevin Curtis | Published 11/2/2005 | Read more »
There are many movie theaters in Lansing, and each weekend they are packed with people of all ages looking for something to do. A short review of the major theaters in the area.
By Lauren Lang | Published 11/21/2005 | Read more »
This guide will help anyone locate the pertinent medical information needed from a variety of resources, from the local library to online sites and medical libraries.
By LA BYLINE | Published 11/9/2005 | Read more »
So you want to catch a movie in Baltimore? There are several movie theaters in Baltimore, depending on your taste. Whether you want local, independent, foreign or hollywood films, this guide reviews a theater for you. Local restaurants are also included.
By J. Christian | Published 12/7/2005 | Read more »
Since the DVD format was introduced in the late 1990s, movie fans were anxious to get their hands on two Lucasfilm trilogies, Star Wars and the Indiana Jones films.
By Alex Diaz-Granados | Published 11/12/2005 | Read more »
A research paper comparing and contrasting the movies Gimme Shelter to Spinal Tap.
By Amy Madore | Published 11/9/2005 | Read more »
"Happiness resides not in possessions," is a quote attributed to Greek Philosopher Democritus, who died before Alfred Hitchcock became a director and his films were available for the home video market.
By El Bicho | Published 11/15/2005 | Read more »
Why are Americans so overweight?
One human guinea pig tries to find out why... kind of.
The main subject of Super Size Me (Morgan Spurlock), wrote, directed, and stared in the galvanizing...
By Robert Sandstrom | Published 10/17/2005 | Read more »
What is America's obsession with reality TV? Why do millions of people spend thousands of hours each week, watching ordinary people try to get a job, try to get a date or try to sing instead of actually living their own lives?
By Matthew Kelsey | Published 10/26/2005 | Read more »
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