Documentary Film
Lynn Ward
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The War Room: How Leaders Are Made
Bill Clinton's victory in the 1992 presidential election is the direct result of his untiring, and often unconventional, campaign team led by James Carville and George Stephanopolous--this is their story
Sherman's March: Cold War Romance in the American South
A documentary about the notorious Civil War General swerves way off course to explore the director's own struggles with women and relationships, resulting in a film that's as funny and messy as his personal life
Crumb: Portrait of a Twisted Artist
Terry Zwigoff's captivating film proves cult cartoonist R. Crumb is every bit as disturbing, strange and hilarious as his controversial drawings
28-Up: Real Drama, No Gimmicks
One installment of Michael Apted's grand attempt to record the emotional and physical development of 10 individuals over their lifetime, checking in every 7 years
4 Little Girls: The most tragic casualties of war
Spike Lee's first documentary film is a searing look at an atrocious hate crime, but it's also a celebration of a movement that would not be defeated
Unzipped, or The Isaac Mizrahi Show
A creative force to be reckoned with, film can barely contain the outrageous world of fashion designer Mizrahi
Beyond the Mat: Pro Wrestling's Blood, Sweat and Tears
You don't have to be a fan of the "sport" to enjoy Barry Blaustein's entertaining, and surprisingly powerful, look at the real world of professional wrestling
Mr. Death: A Genius in his Own Mind
Errol Morris uncovers the human being behind the infamous Fred S. Leuchter, Jr., but is a man of science or an advocate of hate and ignorance?
Hands on a Hardbody: Texans keep on truckin'...
24 colorful contestants go after their dream, in this case a brand new pick-up truck, with hilarious and inspiring results
Dancemaker: Watching from the Wings
Michael Diamond's film goes backstage to uncover the always passionate, often cutthroat, world of professional dance, with the renowned Paul Taylor and his company as the focus.