Category: Documentary Films and Programs

From Sundance Director to Head of Film Forum

The New York Times – Business:
Tabitha Jackson sees an opportunity to develop the next generation of cinephiles at the Greenwich Village art-house cinema.
From Sundance Director to Head of Film Forum

The New York Times – Business:
Tabitha Jackson sees an opportunity to develop the next generation of cinephiles at the Greenwich Village art-house cinema.
‘Melania’ Review: 20 Stage-Managed Days in the Life of the First Lady

Directed by Brett Ratner, the documentary shows a woman deeply concerned with her appearance who rarely lets us behind her facade.
6 Takeaways from ‘Melania,’ the Melania Trump Documentary

The film, which counts Melania Trump as a producer, touches on her immigrant roots, her love for her mother and her style, but there are few revelations.
The Last Sundance in Park City Ends on an Aptly Misty Moment

At the conclusion of a mixed festival, John Turturro and Giancarlo Esposito, co-stars in a new drama, reminded us of why the event matters.
Brett Ratner Makes Directing Comeback With ‘Melania’

Once a reliable Hollywood hitmaker, Mr. Ratner hasn’t directed a film since accusations of sexual misconduct in 2017 that he denied.
‘Natchez’: Histories Clash in a Complex Look at the City

Suzannah Herbert’s film centers on antebellum mansions and the narratives the owners want to tell about the South.
‘The Karate Kid’ and ‘Clueless’ Join National Film Registry

These films, along with “White Christmas” and “Inception,” are among 25 selected by the Librarian of Congress this year.
Three Great Documentaries to Stream

In this month’s picks, mountain climbing, dog sledding and government running.
South Africa Cancels Release of ‘Melania’ Documentary

The distributor, which was set to release the film on Friday, said it had canceled the theatrical premiere because of “recent developments,” but declined to specify.
Amazon’s $35 Million ‘Melania’ Promotion Has Critics Questioning Its Motives

The tech giant is spending $35 million to promote its film about the first lady, far more than is typical for documentaries.
How Did a 2017 Song Get a 2026 Oscar Nomination?

“Sweet Dreams of Joy,” from the documentary “Viva Verdi!,” was indeed eligible under academy rules even if it was recorded nearly 10 years ago. Here’s how.