Keanu Reeves on ‘Side by Side’ and the Future of Film
From 2012, here's Christopher Campbell's interview with Keanu Reeves about producing the filmmaking film 'Side by Side.'
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‘Tales from the Script’ Review
From 2010, Christopher Campbell reviews the screenwriting documentary.
‘Persistence of Vision’ is a Must-See Documentary for Fans of Animation
Kevin Schreck's documentary chronicles the history of how Richard Williams lost control of his pet project, 'Arabian Knight.'
‘Un Film Dramatique’ Review: Kids, Cameras, and Freedom
This "miraculous gem" explores the potential of collaboration with a group of young French students.
Doug Block on the 20th Anniversaries of ‘Home Page’ and the D-Word
We talk to the filmmaker about the rerelease of his 1999 classic, the community website that came out of its production, and the connection between documentary and wedding videography.
‘Memory: The Origins of Alien’ Review: Enriching an Iconic Piece of Genre Cinema
Alexandre O. Philippe ('78/52') takes another deep dive look at an iconic movie moment, this time the chestburster scene from 'Alien.'
‘The Eyes of Orson Welles’ Review: Imaginary Meaning
Mark Cousins ('The Story of Film: An Odyssey') studies the sketches and paintings of Orson Welles in order to better understand a man who has become near-mythic.
The 10 Best Documentaries About the Struggles and Triumphs of Filmmaking
The challenges faced by Bergman, Spielberg, Herzog, Coppola, Gilliam, and more famous filmmakers lay bare in these phenomenal making-of films.
They’ll Fund Me When I’m Dead
'They'll Love Me When I'm Dead,' released in conjunction with Orson Welles' long-lost final film, is a small epic about making art in a world that doesn't care.
Exclusive Excerpt From ‘The Documentary Filmmaker’s Roadmap’
'Musicwood' director Maxine Trump shares a sample from her new guide to documentary planning, production, and distribution.
Watching and Rewatching: ‘The Coolest Guy Movie Ever’
A mid-length documentary takes us back to the Steve McQueen movie 'The Great Escape.’
‘King Cohen: The Wild World of Filmmaker Larry Cohen’ Gives an Unsung Auteur His Due
Steve Mitchell's documentary on the B-movie legend is must-see for fans of independent cinema.
‘Faces Places’ Presents a Joyful Snapshot of Art and Humanity
The unlikely pair of French cinematic legend Agnès Varda and mysterious street artist JR proves to be a winning combination.
‘Hal’ Puts Ashby in the Spotlight Where He Belongs
Amy Scott’s directorial debut is a worthy celebration of the maverick filmmaker who refused to compromise his artistic vision.
‘Faces Places’ and ‘Edith+Eddie’ are Among 2017 IDA Documentary Award Nominees
Contenders for feature and short categories plus honorees for Creative Recognition Awards have been announced.The International Documentary Association has revealed the five nominees for Best Feature …
‘Harold and Lillian’ is For Anyone Who Loves Movies
The latest from Oscar nominee Daniel Raim presents a Hollywood love story.
‘Harold and Lillian’ is For Anyone Who Loves Movies
The latest from Oscar nominee Daniel Raim presents a Hollywood love story.Following The Man on Lincoln’s Nose and Something’s Gonna Live, where he gives due recognition to the under-appreciated field …
‘We Go Higher’ Director on the Upcoming Film About Kids Who Lost Family On 9/11
Delaney Colaio shares her experience and what she hopes the documentary will achieve.Delaney Colaio was one of more than 3,000 children who lost loved ones on 9/11. But when her family was invited to …
‘David Lynch: The Art Life’ Solves the Mystery of David Lynch…Sort Of
A new documentary sheds light on Lynch’s mind and process.There’s something strange about reviewing David Lynch: The Art Life on a website such as this. It’s not that the film lacks merit as a documen…
‘Milius’ Trailer
Directed by Joey Figueroa and Zak Knutson (Spoilers with Kevin Smith)Featuring John Milius, Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese, George Lucas, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Oliver Stone, Francis Ford Coppola, …
Richard Linklater and James Benning Doc Picked Up By FilmBuff Ahead of Venice Premiere
Double Play is not a documentary by Richard Linklater and/or James Benning. It’s about them, directed by Gabe Klinger for the French series Cinema de notre temps (Cinema of Our Times). It features old…