Cannes 2021: JFK Revisited Review
We let the conspiracies fly in this review of Oliver Stone's JFK Revisited: Through the Looking Glass.
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The Loneliest Whale: The Search for 52 Review
Joshua Zeman proves it’s truly the journey that matters and his documentary, The Loneliest Whale, is one journey well worth undertaking.
Basement Tapes: The Music of “Summer of Soul”
With dozens of featured acts to explore, rediscover, and fall in love with, here's a primer on the artists featured in "the best film of the year," Questlove's bold, brilliant “Summer of Soul.”
Cannes 2021: Velvet Underground Review
Our Cannes 2021 review of Todd Haynes' extraordinary new documentary about the legendary band The Velvet Underground.
Cannes 2021: Val Review
Our review of VAL – the new documentary about the life and career of actor Val Kilmer.
Summer of Soul Review
Summer of Soul’s sweet music and rich retelling of history provides nourishment to the soul, courtesy of Questlove.
Beats, Rhymes & Life: An Introduction to A Tribe Called Quest
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of Michael Rapaport's "Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest," we take a look at one of hip hop's most eclectic, beloved groups, A Tribe Called Quest. Let's kick it.
Unboxing: ZAPPA – Soundtrack to Alex Winter’s Documentary on Limited Edition Smoke-Coloured Vinyl
A look inside the soundtrack to one of the great docs of the year - Alex Winter's ZAPPA, a sympathetic yet engaging look at the mercurial Frank Zappa.
The Criterion Shelf: Directed by Satyajit Ray
Exploring the works of the great Satyajit Ray, including Pather Panchali, The Music Room, and The Big City.
Wild Combination: An Intro to Arthur Russell
To celebrate the addition of Matt Wolf's Wild Combination (2008) to the Criterion Channel, Marko Djurdjic takes a dive into the eclectic world of avant-hero Arthur Russell.
Hot Docs 2021: Who We Are: A Chronicle of Racism in America Review
Though it is not entirely revelatory, Who We Are: A Chronicle of Racism in America is a valuable reminder of an ongoing societal affliction.
Hot Docs 2021: 7 Years of Lukas Graham Review
René Sascha Johannsen’s 7 Years of Lukas Graham is a fascinating and emotionally rich portrait of artist Lukas Forchhammer.
This Town Ain’t Big Enough for Both of Us: An Intro to Sparks
To celebrate Hot Docs' screening of The Sparks Brothers, we take a look at the best tracks and albums featured in Edgar Wright's loving ode to Sparks.
Hot Doc 2021: I’m Wanita Review
I’m Wanita has it all: heartbreak, great music, and that unquenchable desire to chase your dreams no matter the cost.
Hot Docs 2021: Grey Roads Review
Grey Roads constructs a mesmerizing portrait of the complexities of masculinity and a community going through change.
