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Oscar Nominations 2023: Three Tales from the Past and the Heart
In this special edition of Factual America, Matthew Sherwood meets the people behind three of the five nominations for Best Documentary Short Film at the 2023 Oscars: The Martha Mitchell Effect, How Do You Measure a Year? and Stranger at the Gate. The films bring the past into the present, stripping away lies, showing the evolution of a relationship, and startling acts of love. They show humanity at its worst, and best.
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck
Don’t be fooled. The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fck is not about not caring at all. The film takes the form of an extended interview with Mark Manson, author of the book on which The Subtle Art is based. Using the example of his own life, he talks candidly about the many mistakes he has made, and what he had to do to solve his problems; namely, give a f*ck, just about the right things, and the right people.
Moonage Daydream: David Bowie’s Impressionistic Life
Moonage Daydream is not just a film but a whole cinematic experience. It is a montage of memories conveyed through archival images and sounds that tell the story of David Bowie’s richly lived life. Working with the approval of Bowie’s estate, director Brett Morgen spent nearly seven years crafting, honing, and finally perfecting the film, which has been lauded across the world. It is a fitting tribute to one of music’s brightest stars.
Dog Days: The Truth Behind Gunther’s Millions
Gunther is a multi-millionaire. He owns mansions and yachts. Beautiful women surround him. He has everything – everything a dog could want. That’s right, Gunther is a German Shepherd, and Gunther’s Millions tells the true story of his stranger-than-fiction life. It is a four part docu-series that is both bizarre and, dare we say it, barking.
Pelosi in the House – a life of service in troubling times
Pelosi in the House (HBO) tells the political and personal story of Nancy Pelosi, one of America’s most influential female politicians, from her election to Congress in 1987 to Joseph Biden’s inauguration in January 2021. The director of the film is no less than Nancy’s daughter, Alexandra, ensuring a level of access and knowledge that few other filmmakers could match.
Phil Spector – Music Legend and Murderer
In the four-part docu-series, Spector, Sheena M. Joyce and Don Argott examine what happened on the night in 2003 when musical icon Phil Spector murdered Lana Clarkson. They explore both Spector’s and Clarkson’s lives, bringing to life two people many would be tempted to dismiss as merely a monster and victim.
How Bernie Madoff Became the Monster of Wall Street
Bernie Madoff was ‘a financial serial killer’. For years he ploughed investors’ money into a huge Ponzi scheme for the benefit only of himself and his allies. When it collapsed in 2008, Madoff lost billions and lives were ruined. In the new Netflix docu-series, Bernie Madoff: The Monster of Wall Street, director Joe Berlinger shows how it all happened. The series is a drama, an indictment, and a warning to investors: Don’t ignore red flags. Protect your money.
I am Vanessa Guillen
In 2020, Private First Class Vanessa Guillen was murdered at Fort Hood army base in Texas. Prior to her death, Vanessa had also been the victim of sexual harassment at the base. I Am Vanessa Guillen follows her grieving family as they fight a campaign to win justice for their sister and daughter.
FIFA Uncovered
Since the 1970s, FIFA has achieved unparalled financial and political success as football’s governing body. But with that success has come corruption at the highest levels of the organisation. FIFA Uncovered lifts the veil on what went right and horribly wrong through interviews with many of the men at the heart of the organisation.
Santa Camp
The documentary filmmakers behind Santa Camp, Nick Sweeney and Stacey Reiss, discuss the tricks of the trade involved in being a Santa, what it’s like hanging out with hundreds of Santas, and the threats they received while making the surprisingly controversial film.
Ghislaine Maxwell: Filthy Rich
Ghislaine Maxwell: Filthy Rich tells the shocking story of how a privileged British woman became the accomplice of the notorious sexual predator, Jeffrey Epstein.
Pepsi, Where’s My Jet?
Pepsi, Where’s My Jet? tells the incredible story of a 20-year-old’s attempt to win a fighter jet in a sweepstakes, setting the stage for a David versus Goliath battle for the history books
The Letter
The Letter by Nicolas Brown follows a diverse group of people as they make their way to Rome to meet Pope Francis to discuss the climate crisis
Who is Stan Smith?
Produced by LeBron James, Who is Stan Smith? is an Uninterrupted documentary, which explores the life of the tennis player who gave his name to the iconic Adidas shoe but who has achieved so much more in his life.
Killer Sally
New Netflix docu-series ‘Killer Sally’ revisits the case of Sally McNeil who killed her husband, Ray, in 1995.
Cat Daddies
The new documentary “Cat Daddies” captures the story of different men and how their cat influences their life.
38 At The Garden
“38 At the Garden”, the new HBO documentary looks at Jeremy Lin, the Linsanity following his outstanding performances and the importance of destroying prejudice.
All That Breathes
The HBO documentary “All That Breathes” follows two brothers rescuing black kites in New Delhi while looking at different environmental and social issues of the present.
Trainwreck: Woodstock '99 – The Perfect Storm
Netflix docuseries 'Trainwreck: Woodstock '99' casts a new light behind the scenes of three days of utter chaos at the 1999 festival.
Menudo: The Rise and Fall of the First International Boy Band
HBO Max docuseries 'Menudo: Forever Young' tells the uplifting and tragic story of the first international boy band.