Documentary
SBIFF 20226 Review: ‘Sell Your House’ Puts Boots On The Ground Of A Last Stop For Friends
A first-time director's best friend sells his house in order to fund their debut feature film. A documentary following the making of The Last Stop in Yuma County.
SBIFF 2026 Review: ‘Mockbuster’ Lets People In On The Asylum Experience
Mockbuster is a comedic, behind-the-scenes documentary of the making of a B-grade smash, that is both an unashamed celebration of trash cinema and a forensic look at the collision between art and comm...
Sundance 2026 Review: ‘Paralyzed by Hope: The Maria Bamford Story’ Is a Heartfelt and Hilarious Exploration of Mental Health
An in-depth documentary centered on the life of Maria Bamford, who somehow managed turned her mental health struggles into a comedic career that is equally funny and deeply inspiring. ...
‘Orwell 2+2=5’ Review: A Chilling Montage of Lies, Power, and Finding Truth
The life and career of George Orwell and how his political observations are still relevant in the present day, particularly the lessons from his novel "Nineteen Eighty-Four."
‘It’s Never Over: Jeff Buckley’ Review: Stirring Music Doc Hits All The Right Notes
The film explores the life and career of Jeff Buckley, incorporating voice messages and previously unseen footage.
‘2000 Meters to Andriivka’ Review: Intense POV Shots Redefines War Documentary Filmmaking
A Ukrainian platoon attempts to liberate a strategic village from Russian forces. A journalist joins them, observing the impacts of war and growing doubts about its resolution.
‘Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore’ Review: Intimate Documentary Reflects on Trailblazing Life
Marlee Matlin becomes the first deaf actor to win an Academy Award for her performance in "Children of a Lesser God." Catapulted into the spotlight, she challenges an industry that's unprepared for he...
‘Nobu’ Review: Famous Chef Serves A Pleasant Culinary Delight
The journey of legendary sushi master Nobu Matsuhisa from his humble beginnings to becoming a world-renowned chef with a global restaurant empire bearing his name.
‘Deaf President Now!’ Review: Stirring Documentary Reveals Little Known Activist Story
In 1988, Deaf students at Gallaudet University protested until the school appointed its first Deaf president, Dr. I. King Jordan, marking a pivotal moment for Deaf rights and representation.