In the last five years, we have watched documentaries that have fundamentally altered how we perceive our favorite shows and studios. Consider The Curse of the Von Erichs (Iron Claw aside) or Showbiz Kids (HBO). But the titans of the genre are the ones that burned the house down.
: Films like Is That Black Enough For You?!? (2022) have been highlighted as essential scholarly works that move away from "lame" marketing features to provide deep cultural analysis. Global Production & Style
Whether you are a film student taking notes, a producer looking for cautionary tales, or a fan who simply loves the smell of popcorn, there has never been a better time to dive behind the curtain. Turn off the blockbuster. Watch the documentary about how the blockbuster broke its director instead. You won’t look at the credits the same way again.
Following writers and indie filmmakers as they navigate the increasingly difficult paths to getting work greenlit. Essential Production Elements