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A podcast exploring the definition and boundaries of documentary cinema, as well as current releases within the genre.

Bart Weiss, Christopher Llewellyn Reed and Summre Garber


    • May 12, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Latest episodes from Fog of Truth: A Podcast About Documentary Film

    The Liberians With Kim A Snyder

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 30:19


    Bart interviews Kim A Snyder about her new film, "The Liberians," after its screening at the Dallas International FIlm Festival, where it won best Documentary.

    RESISTANCE OF VISION

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2025 22:33 Transcription Available


    John and Bart to talk to Anna Feder about the short films series Resistance of Vision  The brainchild of San Francisco IndieFest founder/director Jeff Ross, with veteran film curator, documentarian, and cinema exhibition consultant Anna Feder serving as the Director of Programming, the Resistance of Vision film festival kicks off with debut presentations across the country, with screenings taking place in locations on each coast, as well as the Midwest and the South.  The four short film programs/topics announced for the inaugural festival are Fight The Power (Racial Justice), Our Bodies, Our Choice (Gender and Reproductive Justice), This Is An Emergency (Environmental Justice), and Which Side Are You On? (Labor and Housing Justice).  Regarding the film selections for the groundbreaking film festival series' debut, Feder said, “As so many people around the country look to find voice for their grave concerns due to actions taken by the current administration or make some kind of sense out of living within this unprecedentedly frightening political climate, these films and film programs help to articulate that and start vital conversations we need to have to educate and inspire change.”  Resistance of Vision is committed to showcasing stories of resilience and the fight for liberation that are often excluded by corporate-controlled exhibition channels.   

    Thank You Very Much

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 38:57


    Bart and John talk to Alex Braverman about his film, "Thank You Veyr Much," about Andy Kaufman

    Goodby Horses The Many Lives of Q Lazzarus

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 25:28


    John and Bart talk to Eva Aridjis Fuentes about her new film Goodbye Horses: The Many Lives of Q Lazzarus, which is playing in selected theaters nationwide.  

    Silent Trees

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2025 13:14


    Silent trees In this episode of The Fog of Truth, Bart interviews filmmaker Agnieszka Zwiefk, discussing her new film 'Silent Trees,' which won the Breakout Feature Jury Prize at the Slamdance Film Festival. The film, available on Mubi, follows a young woman's resilience as she cares for her family in a refugee camp. Angelica shares her experiences meeting the protagonist, filming in challenging conditions, and incorporating animation based on the young woman's drawings. The conversation also touches on the fundraising process, the film's reception, and Angelica's future projects, including a forthcoming film about political divides in Poland. 00:59 Interview with Angelica: Silent Trees 02:36 Challenges and Filming Techniques 04:34 Animation and Visual Style 07:25 Funding and Distribution 09:43 Future Projects and Conclusion    

    End of Year in docs 2024 John Justina and Bart, together in PERSON!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 51:43


    In this special episode of 'The Fog of Truth', hosts Bart John and Justina discuss the current state and future of documentaries, while recording together in Dallas for the first time. They talk about the attendance and challenges at regional film festivals, the shift towards streaming, the types of documentaries that succeed, and the impact of socio-political climates on documentary viewership. The conversation also touches upon the role of publicists, the importance of eventizing documentary screenings, and the potential threats from political changes. Despite the challenges, they express hope for the future of documentaries and stress the need for communities to support and engage with documentary films. Introduction and ReunionWelcome to a very, very special episode of The Fog of Truth.... Discussing the State of DocumentariesWhat do you think about the year 2024 in documentary?... Audience Engagement and Festival AttendanceOh, John, let me ask you a question, since you brought up that you, um, work with a lot of regional.... Challenges in Documentary DistributionAnd all of that is absolutely true.... Impact of Social Media on Documentary ConsumptionI, I think what feeds that for me now is social media.... The Importance of Visual StorytellingWhen we get our dose of what's true from TikTok and social media and not from documentaries and, and, and that's context.... Diversity in Documentary ProductionI. Um, there's another kind of interesting thing to talk about in terms of, you know, the current state of documentary and there, there are, as anybody who judges at regional festivals, there are many, many, many, many documentaries at many different budget levels.... The Struggle of Selling Award-Winning FilmsLike, you know, archival footage and some sit down interviews and what have you, but how it was presented was, was slick and amazing.... The Importance of Entertainment Value in DocumentariesYou know, uh, uh, you know, and there, and there are other, but I think again, we are in a time where at the entertainment value, it's really the onus is on the filmmakers.... Opportunities for Women in Documentary FilmmakingAnd also, you know, as, as a woman, uh, in filmmaking, there is, uh, a danger here because the ratio of, uh, women filmmakers in narrative film is very low still.... The Future of Documentary: Engaging AudiencesAnd, and I think part of this, if we think about the future of documentary and if we want a future documentary is, is we have to learn how to get people excited about it.... Creating Events Around DocumentariesMore and more we're seeing, you know, that, that even with documentaries, you know, we talked about this in narrative films all the time, that you need to create an event.... The Role of Impact ProducersWell, and, and, and we're seeing more and more what we call impact producers.... Challenges in Documentary FundingSomething I, I wanna talk about this film called No Other Land, which is a film about, um, uh, it's a Palestinian who's whose, um, small town is being destroyed over and over again by the Israeli government in a really harsh and ugly, wet manner.... The Role of Regional Film FestivalsHere's an interesting thing also, is that this brings us around to something that, you know, I'm constantly, you know, singing out this, the, the, you know, the, the, this song of, um, the Business Benefit of the Regional Film Festival tour.... Hopes for the Future of DocumentariesUh, last year we all got exhausted and didn't wanna see anything at all....  

    Don't Fall in Love with Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 16:23


    Justina Walford talks about the documentary Don't Fall in Love with Yourself with director Jon Nix and the film's subject Justin Pearson. The film dives deep into the personal and professional life of Justin Pearson—from his punk rock roots in San Diego to his rise in the punk world to cult celebrity after appearing on Jerry Springer. Through gritty, never-before-seen VHS and Mini-DV footage, the documentary offers an unflinching look at a career built on controversy, passion, and a refusal to conform. Pearson opens up about the highs, lows, and the tragic moments that shaped him, while reflecting on a three-decade journey through one of the most influential, underground music scenes. 

    Separated, interview with Errol Morris and Jacob Soboroff

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 18:39


    The Fog of Truth: An Interview with Filmmakers of 'Separated' In this special episode of The Fog of Truth, Justina and Bart  interview Errol Morris and Jacob Soboroff about their new film 'Separated,' set to air on MSNBC on December 7th. The film, adapted from Jacob Soboroff's book, includes explosive interviews and narrative vignettes that reveal the purpose behind immigration policies causing family separations. The discussion covers the genesis of the project, the emotional impact of the film, and the importance of its message in context to the Trump administration's policies. The filmmakers stress the ongoing relevance of the topic and the power of public opposition to enact change. The episode underscores the urgency of addressing immigration issues and the moral responsibilities that lie ahead. 00:00 Introduction to a Special Episode 00:08 Overview of the New Film 01:11 Interview with the Filmmakers 01:30 The Making of the Documentary 03:34 Themes and Messages 06:39 Current Relevance and Future Implications 08:55 Reflections and Final Thoughts 19:04 Call to Action and Conclusion 21:17 Closing Remarks and Credits  

    #Untruth The Psychology of Trumpism with Dan Partland

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 31:11


    Untruth: The Psychology of Trumpism with Dan Partland In this episode of The Fog of Truth, Bart welcomes Dan Partland, the producer and director of Untruth: The Psychology of Trumpism. They discuss Trumpism's psychological underpinnings, its comparison to Partland's previous film Unfit: The Psychology of Donald Trump, and the broader implications of authoritarianism, disinformation, and oligarchy in today's society. Introduction   About the Film 'Untruth: The Psychology of Trumpism' Comparison with 'Unfit: The Psychology of Donald Trump' The Role of Disinformation and Authoritarianism And aside from that sense of the autocracy, there's that sense of misinformation and disinformation... Impact of Trump's Disinformation on Supporters Doc vs Narrative Dan's experience with Al Masyles The Sixties and archival docs Storytelling in Documentary Moving the culture

    Bad Press

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 35:51


    Fof of Truth: Bad Press and the Fight for Free Press In this episode of 'The Fog of Truth,' we delve into the documentary film 'Bad Press,' which highlights the significance of free press within Native American communities, specifically focusing on the Muscogee Creek Nation. The film's directors, Rebecca Lansbury Baker and Joe Peeler share their journey of making the documentary and the challenges faced by Indigenous journalists.   Introduction to the Episode with clip from the film. Discussion on the Film 'Bad Press Meet the Directors The Importance of Free Press The Making of 'Bad Press" Challenges and Trust Building  Economic Implications Fundraising for the Film Editing and Storytelling Global Relevance of the Film Shooting and Editing Dynamics Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    The Present and Future of Docs in Theaters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 26:43


    The Future of Theatrical Distribution: Challenges and Adaptations In this episode, John Justina and Bart  discuss the evolving landscape of theatrical distribution, addressing the recent bankruptcies of Alamo Drafthouse theaters in Dallas and the acquisition of these theaters by Sony. They explore the broader implications for independent films and documentaries, the impact of corporate ownership on cinema culture, and the necessity for filmmakers to create unique, event-driven experiences to attract audiences. They also examine the challenges of promoting films in the digital age and the potential for documentaries to find new avenues for distribution beyond traditional theaters. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:08 The State of Theatrical Distribution 05:58 Challenges for Independent Films and Documentaries 09:12 The Future of Cinematic Experiences 11:08 The Role of Digital and AI in Filmmaking 13:15 The Evolution of Documentary Films 21:37 Case Studies and Real-World Examples 25:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    The legacy of Morgan Spurlock, and Mitchell Block

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 22:12 Transcription Available


    Morgan Spurlock's Documentary Legacy In this episode of 'Fog of Truth,' the hosts discuss the impact and legacy of Morgan Spurlock, the influential filmmaker known for 'Supersize Me.' The episode explores Spurlock's unique approach to documentaries, marked by his performative style and integration of personal experience into his storytelling. The conversation covers the evolution of his career, the influence of his films on social media and performative investigative reporting, and specific works like 'Supersize Me 2.' Additionally, the hosts touch on Spurlock's personal challenges and the implications of his actions during the Me Too movement. The episode also honors the late Mitchell Block, another influential figure in documentary filmmaking. 00:00 Introduction and Setup 01:02 Morgan Spurlock's Impact on Filmmaking 03:09 Supersize Me: A Deep Dive 08:30 Supersize Me 2: Holy Chicken 14:36 Morgan Spurlock's Legacy and Controversies 18:12 Closing Remarks and Additional Tributes 21:09 Conclusion and Credits

    Who is Stan Smith with an interview with Danny Lee

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 23:00


    Who is Stan Smith? A Journey Through Tennis, Fashion, and Legacy In this episode, John, Justina and Bart discusses the documentary film 'Who is Stan Smith?' which explores the life and legacy of tennis legend Stan Smith. Known for his peak achievements in the 60s and 70s, as well as his friendship with Arthur Ashe, Smith is also famously associated with the iconic Adidas Stan Smith tennis shoe. The film delves into his career, personal life, social impact, and enduring influence in fashion. The episode highlights the compelling narrative of his love story with wife Margie, and the broader cultural and historical contexts influencing tennis and civil rights. Additionally, insights from the film's director, Danny Lee, reveal the meticulous process behind its creation, balancing archival footage with modern storytelling techniques. 00:00 The Timeless Appeal of Stan Smith Sneakers 01:02 Exploring the Legend: Who is Stan Smith? 01:38 The Cultural Impact and Fashion Icon Status of Stan Smith 02:06 Personal Insights and Reflections on Stan Smith 02:44 The Documentary's Exploration of Sports, Fashion, and Social Justice 10:14 Behind the Scenes: Making the Stan Smith Documentary with Danny Lee  20:12 Remembering Morgan Spurlock: A Documentary Pioneer 22:18 Closing Thoughts and Episode Wrap-Up

    Water Wars with Mario Mattei

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 26:49


    In this episode of The Fog of Truth podcast, host Bart Weiss discusses the documentary 'Water Wars' with its director, Mario Mattei. The documentary, which recently screened at the Dallas International Film Festival, delves into the complex issue of water rights in West Texas, depicting a struggle over the control and distribution of one of the most vital resources. Mattei shares insights into his dual role in the project, his creative process, and the importance of visual storytelling across various mediums. The conversation highlights the documentary's exploration of American freedom, property ownership, and the ethical dimensions of resource sharing. The film illustrates the legal battles faced by farmers and ranchers in Hudspeth County and the broader implications for water rights across Texas. Key characters, such as the Guitar family and Laura Lynch, are discussed, offering a glimpse into the deeply personal and community-wide impacts of the water wars.  Mattei reflects on the challenges of presenting a balanced view of the conflict and the significance of water in human life. The episode sheds light on the engaging narrative and the collaborative effort behind the documentary, from pre-production to securing distribution.   00:26 Welcome to The Fog of Truth Podcast 00:37 Diving Deep with Director Mario Mattei 01:29 The Art of Visual Storytelling 03:10 Behind the Scenes of Water Wars 05:35 The Essence of Water Wars: A Story of Conflict and Resource 09:56 The Battle for Water Rights: Farmers vs. Ranchers 15:22 Navigating Legal Waters: The Fight for Fairness 18:17 The Heart of the Story: Laura Lynch's Emotional Journey 23:04 The Future of Water Wars and What's Next for Mario Mattei 26:09 Signing Off from The Fog of Truth

    Oscar Nominated Docs

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2024 25:53


    Justina, Bart, and John are back! In this episode of 'The Fog of Truth', the hosts engage in a vibrant discussion about the Oscar-nominated short films. As they anticipate the Oscar celebration broadcast, they share their individual experiences and projects, including attending South by Southwest and working on book drafts. The debate opens with remarks on the absence of American-made documentaries in the best feature documentary category, celebrating international contributions instead. They meticulously review each short documentary nominee, providing insights into their themes, distribution, and impacts on audiences. The films discussed include 'The ABCs of Book Banning', 'The Barber of Little Rock', 'Island in Between', 'The Last Repair Shop', and 'Na, Nai and Wipo'. Special attention is given to the importance of storytelling, the role of major distributors in supporting short films, and the impact of these documentaries on real-world issues such as book banning, community banking, and cultural identities. The hosts express their favorites and speculate on potential Oscar winners, emphasizing the power of documentaries to frame pressing societal issues compellingly. 00:00 Introduction and Catching Up 00:51 Oscar Features and Controversies 01:35 Oscar Nominated Short Films: A Discussion 19:50 The ABCs of Book Banning: A Deep Dive 24:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    The Blind Eye Artist and Objects

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 28:06


    Bart and John talk about two documentaries that have been playing the festival circuit and are now available at home. Bart Interviews, and Ashwin Chaudhary director of The Blind Eye Artist and Vincent Liota director of Objects.

    Sound of the Police

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 22:09


    Justina, John and Bart review and discuss, Stanley Nelsons film The Sound of the Police.

    Docs we watch over and over again.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 20:14


    John Wildman, Justina Walford, and Bart Weiss talk about documentary films we watch over and over again. John discusses "Echo in the Caynon", and Justina discusses "Fast, Cheap, and Out of Control," and Bart talked about "Primary."

    TRUE CRIME

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2023 29:06


    Bart Justina and John talk about true crime documraires edited by Zac Cousineau   

    Interview with Roddy Bogawa about Have You Got It Yet? The Story of Syd Barrett and Pink Floyd

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2023 25:56


    Bart Interviews Roddy Bogawa, who tells the fascinating story of how this film came to be, and almost getting an interview with Daivd Bowie.

    Jack Has a Plan, Interview with Bradley Berman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2023 19:33


    After the joint review in the last Podcast, Bart interview the filmmaker Bradley Berman

    Jack Has a Plan Joint Review Season 14 Episode 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2023 18:12


    John Bart and Justina Review the Documentary Jack has a Plan.

    Pink Floyd X2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2023 26:47


    Bart, Justina, and John talk about 2 new documentaries centering on Pink Floyd. The first is "Squaring the Circle (the story of hipgnosis)," a film by Anton Corbijn about the legendary company that made some of the most iconic album covers but started by working with Pink Floyd. The second, "Have you Got it Yet? The Story of Syd Barett and Pink Floyd," was made by one of the founders of Hipgnosis, Storm Thorgerson and Rody Bogawa. Storm started the film years ago and passed away in 2013. Bogawa picked it up and finished it.  

    Women in the Front seat

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 21:58


    Bart Justina and John talk about the Documentary "Women in the Backseat" with Director Indy Saini and one of the Motorcyclists, Tiara Shipton.

    The Pez Outlaw Episode 104

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2023 18:07


    John, Justina, and Bart talk about The Pez Outlaw, a documentary on Netflix This is a video episode!

    sun/slam/sxsw/ox

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2023 31:50


    Bart, Justina, and John do a video episode!  They talk about films from Sundance, Slamdance, SXSW, and Oxford Film Festivals. And there are dogs.   

    Episode 102 And the King Said, What a Fantastic Machine

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2023 31:15


    Interview with  MAXEL DANIELSON & MAXIMILIEN VAN AERTRYCK, the director of "And the King said, What a Fantastic Machine, which premiered at Sundance.

    Episode 101! Nanook of the North

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2023 16:34


    Bart Weiss and John Wildman go back to the early days of Documentary to celebrate the 101st episode of the Fog of Truth. John talks about the dogs!

    Season 13 Episode 6 (Our 100th Episode!) The Best docs of 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2023 34:19


    For our 100th Episode, we bring you the Best Documentaries of 2020. We bring back one of the original hosts Christopher Llewellyn Reed, along with John Wildman and Bart Weiss.      

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    Season 13 Episode 5 Queer for Fear

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2022 25:05


    Justina Walford, John Wildman, and Bart Weiss discuss the 4 part series "Queer for Fear" currently running on the shudder network. 

    Season 13 episode 4 Is That Black Enough for you?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2022 30:46


    Bart, Justina, and John review and discuss Elvis Mitchell's film "is that Black Enough for You?"

    Season 13 episode 3 The Subject is the Subject

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2022 37:10


    Bart Interviews  Margaret Ratliff, one of the subjects in and one of the producers of the film Subject.  

    Season 13 Episode 2 Theaters of War

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 11:13


    Bart Interviers Roger Stahl, director of the Documentary Theaters of War  If you've seen Top Gun or Transformers, you might suspect all that military machinery comes with strings attached. This influence is not limited to a handful of movies, though. A vast new trove of internal documents reveals that the Pentagon and CIA have doctored thousands of film and television scripts. Parting the curtains on this world, media professor Roger Stahl engages an array of other stunned scholars, frustrated veterans, PR insiders, and industry producers. He reveals in unsettling detail how the US military-industrial complex pushes a version of history that scrubs the screen of war crimes, corruption, criticism of the nuclear arsenal, racism, sexual assault, assassinations, and torture. From James Bond to Jack Ryan, Captain Marvel to Cake Boss, the creation of this other "cinematic universe" is one of the great PR coups of our time.

    Season 13 Episode 1- Not Depressing Docs

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2022 18:32


    Justina, John, and Bart try to cheer you up with NOT DEPRESSING DOCUMENTARIES. John talks about FINDING HER BEAT, Bart talks about CAT DADDIES and Justina Talks about BECOMING.

    Season 12 Episode 7 Moonage Daydream

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2022 20:23


    Bart and John Discuss the Documentary experience that is Moonage Daydream.  

    Season 12 Episode 6 LABOR!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2022 16:18


    Justina and Bart talk about the role of labor in the past and the present and discuss films that deal with labor.

    Season 12 Episode 4 Abortion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 18:52


    John Justina and Bart DIscuss documentaries that deal with Abortion rights. 

    Season 12 Episode 4 GUNS!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 30:57


    John, Justina, and Bart talk about gun documentaries. 

    Season 12 Episode 3 Category Woman

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2022 14:43


    Justina John and Bart talk about "Catagory: Woman" a film that played at Hot Docs, there are some hot takes.

    Season 12 Episode 2 Fireboys

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2022 17:03


    Justine and Bart talk about the film Fireboys and have an interview with one of the directors Jake Hochendoner

    Season 12 E 1 Docs in Festivals

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2022 15:46


    Justina, John and Bart talk about films seen at SXSW, Oxford Film Festival, and Thin Line Fest

    Fog of Truth 1107

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2022 25:56


    Justina, John and Bart have a late-night discussion about Dick Johnson is Dead, Sundance Docs, Tik Tok Docs, Annie Hall, and a funeral with dogs.  

    Fog of Truth- Bonus Slamdance with Summre Garber

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2022 8:45


    Summre talks about her favorite documentaries that will be playing at the Slamdance Film Festival.

    Fog of Truth Episode 1106 Procession

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2022 22:43


    John, Justina, and Bart talk about Robert Greens's Procession, Sundance, and industrial Musicals. 

    Episode 1105 The Best of 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2021 18:39


    Justina, John, and Bart discuss their top 10 documentary lists of 2021, and former Fog of Truth co-host Christopher Llewellyn Reed chimes in his updates about him, his top 10 list, and his love life.

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    Season 11 Episode 4 The Beatles Get Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2021 27:30


    John Bart and Guest Host Bruce Richardson talk Beatles 

    Fog Truth Season 11 Episode 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2021 20:28


    John, Justina, and Bart talk about The Neutral Ground 

    Fog of Truth Season 11 Episode 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 20:54


    John Justina and Bart interview Keith Maitland about his new film "Dear Mr. Broady"

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    The Fog of Truth Season 11 Episode One Roadrunner

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2021 25:18


    We are back, with new hosts Justina Walford and John Wildman. This week we review  Morgan Neville's "Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain"

    Bonus Episode: Slamdance 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2021 35:35


    In this bonus episode, we invite back our former cohost Summre Garber to talk about the documentary slate at the 2021 Slamdance Film Festival, where she is co-captain of the documentary-features program. Then we all discuss, in depth, the following three films: Code Name: Nagasaki, Everyone Wants to Be the Next Weismann and Holy Frit. This episode marks the departure of Chris Reed as permanent cohost, leaving Bart Weiss in charge of the future. Should be fun! Enjoy! Group Review Documentaries: Code Name: Nagasaki (Fredrik S. Hana, 2021) Everyone Wants to Be the Next Weismann (Alberto Triano, 2020) Holy Frit (Justin S. Monroe, 2021) Other Films/Series Mentioned: Bleeding Audio (Chelsea Christer, 2020) Dick Johnson Is Dead (Kirsten Johnson, 2020) Firebones (Greg Brownderville/Bart Weiss, 2021) 306 Hollywood (Elan Bogarín/Jonathan Bogarín, 2018) Workhorse Queen (Angela Washko, 2021) Links to reviews by Christopher Llewellyn Reed: Hammer to Nail review of Code Name: Nagasaki Hammer to Nail review of Everyone Wants to Be the Next Weismann Hammer to Nail review of Holy Frit Timestamps: 00:40 – Intro 03:49 – Summre’s recap of Slamdance 2021 documentary slate 07:33 – Group discussion of Code Name: Nagasaki 13:33 – Group discussion of Everyone Wants to Be the Next Weismann 21:35 – Group discussion of Holy Frit 31:51 – Outro and End Credits Website/Email: www.fogoftruth.com disinfo@fogoftruth.com Credits: Artwork by Hilary Campbell Intro music by Jeremiah Moore Transitional music by BELLS≥ (thanks to Christopher Ernst) Editing and shownotes by Christopher Llewellyn Reed

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    Bonus Episode: Best Documentaries of 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2020 53:02


    In this bonus episode, cohosts Bart and Chris revisit their favorite documentaries of 2020, and then invite, each in turn, six guest hosts from the past year to chat about their own favorites. Those guests, in alphabetical order, are: Hannah Buchdahl, Sandie Angulo Chen, Leslie Combemale, Roxana Hadadi, Lisa Sanchelo and Debra Zimmerman. Chris and Bart each gave a Top 10, while our guests each listed a Top 5. Those lists follows, below, in the order given on the episode. Enjoy, and see you in 2021! Chris’s List (in alphabetical order): Boys State (Amanda McBaine/Jesse Moss) Capital in the Twenty-First Century (Justin Pemberton) Collective (Alexander Nanau) Crip Camp (James Lebrecht/Nicole Newnham)  Jimmy Carter: Rock & Roll President (Mary Wharton) John Lewis: Good Trouble (Dawn Porter) Mayor (David Osit) 76 Days (Hao Wu/Weixi Chen/Anonymous) Space Dogs (Elsa Kremser/Levin Peter) A Thousand Cuts (Ramona S. Diaz) Bart’s List (in alphabetical order): Boys State (Amanda McBaine/Jesse Moss) Capital in the Twenty-First Century (Justin Pemberton) Disclosure (Sam Feder) Feels Good Man (Arthur Jones) Jasper Mall(Bradford Thomason/Brett Whitcomb) John Lewis: Good Trouble (Dawn Porter) The Last Dance (Jason Hehir) (10-part Netflix series) Mayor (David Osit) A Thousand Cuts (Ramona S. Diaz) Totally Under Control (Alex Gibney) Sandie’s List (in alphabetical order): Boys State (Amanda McBaine/Jesse Moss) The Dissident (Bryan Fogel) John Lewis: Good Trouble (Dawn Porter) River City Drumbeat (Anne Flatté/Marlon Johnson) Time (Garrett Bradley) Hannah’s List (in order of preference): Collective (Alexander Nanau) Tie: John Lewis: Good Trouble (Dawn Porter) / The Way I See It (Dawn Porter) Jimmy Carter: Rock & Roll President (Mary Wharton) Tie: The Dissident (Bryan Fogel) / A Thousand Cuts (Ramona Diaz) Bruce Springsteen’s Letter to You (Thom Zimny) Debra’s List (in order of preference): Collective (Alexander Nanau) Tie: Belly of the Beast (Erika Cohn) / Coded Bias (Shalini Kantayya) Capital in the Twenty-First Century (Justin Pemberton) Tie: Dick Johnson Is Dead (Kirsten Johnson) / Time (Garrett Bradley) The Earth Is Blue as an Orange (Iryna Tsilyk) – not yet released Roxana’s List (in alphabetical order): Boys State (Amanda McBaine/Jesse Moss) Diana Kennedy: Nothing Fancy (Elizabeth Carroll) The Last Dance (Jason Hehir) (10-part Netflix series Midnight in Paris (James Blagden/Roni Moore) Time (Garrett Bradley) Lisa’s List (in alphabetical order): American Murder: The Family Next Door (Jenny Popplewell) Athlete A (Bonni Cohen/Jon Shenk) Baby God (Hannah Olson) Becoming (Nadia Hallgren) Class Action Park (Seth Porges/Chris Charles Scott III) Leslie’s List (in order of preference):  Crip Camp (James Lebrecht/Nicole Newnham)  Welcome to Chechnya (David France) The Painter and the Thief (Benjamin Ree) Boys State (Amanda McBaine/Jesse Moss) John Lewis: Good Trouble (Dawn Porter) Other Films Mentioned: Born to Be (Tania Cypriano) The Disrupted (Sarah Colt/Josh Gleason) The Fight (Eli Despres/Josh Kriegman/Elyse Steinberg) Icarus (Bryan Fogel) The Mole Agent (Maite Alberdi) The Social Dilemma (Jeff Orlowski) Timestamps: 00:52 – Intro + Chris and Bart’s respective Top 10 lists 11:31 – Sandie Angulo Chen’s top docs of the year 18:02 – Hannah Buchdahl’s top docs of the year 23:58 – Debra Zimmerman’s top docs of the year 30:03 – Roxana Hadadi’s top docs of the year 37:11 – Lisa Sanchelo’s top docs of the year 43:42 – Leslie Combemale’s top docs of the year 50:51 – Closing + End credits Website/Email: www.fogoftruth.com disinfo@fogoftruth.com Credits: Artwork by Hilary Campbell Intro music by Jeremiah Moore Transitional music by BELLS≥ (thanks to Christopher Ernst) Editing and shownotes by Christopher Llewellyn Reed

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