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SXSW winner “People’s Republic of Desire” introduces viewers to the world of China’s live-streaming economy
Source: IndieWire It’s called YY, just two little letters that contain multitudes. China’s largest live-streaming platform allows its greatest success stories the chance to make thousands of dollars — and collect thousands of fans, gifts, and other online accolades —...
On the Road with the Migrant Caravan
Source: The Guardian Thousands of Central American migrants headed towards Mexico City on Monday after three weeks of walking, pleading for rides, and depending on the solidarity of Mexicans of modest means. One group of at least 1,000 caravan participants headed out...
“Inside North Korea’s Dynasty” premieres Nov. 11 on National Geographic
Source: Variety With relations between North Korea and the West in the spotlight, National Geographic is launching a series looking at the ruling Kim family, which has controlled the secretive Asian nation for three generations. U.K.-based 72 Films is producing the...
The restored version of 1979 documentary “The War at Home” shows the necessity of protest
Source: Los Angeles Times How does protest go from talk to action, from peaceful to violent, from local story to nationwide issue? In the case of the student antiwar movement of the 1960s, aimed at ending America’s military engagement in Vietnam, the reflective...
“The Fires that Foretold Grenfell” is distressing yet important viewing
Source: Independent “Hello Catherine. “Hello Catherine. Can you make any noise so I know that you’re listening to me? “Catherine, can you make any noise? “Can you bang your phone or anything? “Catherine, are you there? “I think that’s the phone gone...” These were...
Kanopy signs licensing agreement with HBO Documentary Films
Source: Business Wire Kanopy, a free-to-use streaming platform bringing in-demand films and documentaries, world cinema, and exclusive collections to an ever-growing fanbase, has announced a licensing agreement with HBO Documentary Films® which includes 43...
19 documentaries you won’t be able to pause once you start them
Source: Buzzfeed Zion - This short documentary is about Zion Clark, a high school wrestler from Columbus, Ohio. Clark was born with caudal regression syndrome, which left him without legs. The film demonstrates his resilience as an athlete and wrestler. Minimalism...
Netflix’s shamelessly adorable new docuseries “Dogs” will revive your soul
Source: Empire People love dogs. It's just a fact. And dogs, for the most part, are content to hang around with us provided there are treats available. "Dogs," a new documentary series from Netflix is aimed squarely at those who depend on their canine companions and...
In 1939, 20,000 Americans filled Madison Square Garden to celebrate the rise of Nazism – an event largely forgotten from American history
Source: A Night at the Garden In 1939, 20,000 Americans rallied in New York City's Madison Square Garden to celebrate the rise of Nazism – an event largely forgotten from American history. "A Night at the Garden" uses striking archival fragments recorded that night...
Watch the trailer for “Under the Wire,” a documentary about legendary war correspondent Marie Colvin
Source: VICE In February 2012, Sunday Times war correspondent Marie Colvin and photographer Paul Conroy illegally snuck into the Syrian city of Homs to cover what would turn out to be one of the bloodiest sieges of the civil war. They embedded themselves on the front...
Miami Dolphins’ Kenny Stills releases a mini documentary explaining why he protests during the national anthem
Source: Sun Sentinel Miami Dolphins receiver Kenny Stills has released a revealing mini documentary that attempts to explain the reasons behind his decision to kneel during the national anthem since 2016. In the documentary, “Kenny Stills,” he said he was inspired to...
How one scientist convinces skeptics that faith and climate action aren’t at odds
Source: NBC News Climate science and Christian fundamentalism might not seem to go together with a recent poll showing that only 28% of white evangelicals believe Earth is warming because of human activity. But Katherine Hayhoe says it's never been a problem for her....
New VICE series “Innocence Ignored” examines life after wrongful convictions
Source: Above the Law Over the course of the past three decades, more than 2,000 people have been exonerated for wrongful convictions. Have you ever wondered what happens to people who have served lengthy sentences for crimes they didn’t commit when they're finally...
Showtime releases trailer for LeBron James’ “Shut Up and Dribble” documentary series
Source: Bleacher Report Showtime has released the trailer for its upcoming documentary series, "Shut Up and Dribble." The three-part series, produced by SpringHill Entertainment partners LeBron James, Maverick Carter, and Rich Paul, traces the NBA's place in American...
Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival founder Marek Hovorka talks about the journey to major player status
Source: Variety Marek Hovorka, a native of the city of Jihlava in the Czech Republic, founded its biggest cultural event some 22 years ago at a time when films were submitted on VHS cassettes in bubble wrap and invitations sent out via fax machine. Today the Ji.hlava...
Michael Moore filmed mail bomb suspect Cesar Sayoc 20 months ago at a Trump rally in Florida
Source: Deadline After Cesar Sayoc drove around in a white van with a photo of Michael Moore with a bullseye on it, the "Fahrenheit 11/9" director realized that it was not the first time he had seen Sayoc, who was arrested Friday in connection with a series of bombs...
WATCH: “Burmese Python Invasion: Fighting Invasive Species”
Source: CBS News What would you do if you saw a snake in your backyard? Not just your ordinary garden snake, but a python. Introduced through human error or carelessness, invasive species like the Burmese python, lionfish, and Asian carp are threatening a delicate...
“When Arabs Danced” provides a timely exploration of Muslim identity
Source: The Hollywood News Jawad Rhalib’s "When Arabs Danced" provides an uncensored view of creative, contemporary artists inside the Muslim faith who are struggling to understand where the joy and freedom have gone from their religion. Filmed in Belgium, Iran,...
The 25 best documentaries on Netflix right now
Source: Esquire 1. Icarus - Director Bryan Fogel intended to experiment with doping in order to win a cycling competition—only his investigations into the practice opened up a bigger, more sinister scandal in this Oscar-winning documentary. 2. 13th - Ava DuVernay...
Ten months ago, “Cocaine Cowboys” and “Broke” producer David Cypkin took pictures of Cesar Sayoc’s van
Source: TheWrap David Cypkin’s girlfriend texted him a news story on Friday morning, soon after Cesar Sayoc was arrested on suspicion of sending multiple mail bombs. She asked him: “Is that the van??” It was the van. On Dec. 31, 2017, after months of seeing the van...
