It’s not every day that a film like The Mother of All Lies comes along, a documentary that takes the idea of memory and history and holds it up to the light in such an intimate, almost unsettling way. Director Asmae El Moudir doesn’t spoon-feed her audience; she challenges us to wade through fragmented family…
There’s something about Look Into My Eyes that feels different from the usual documentary fare, almost as if it refuses to fit neatly into any one box. And if you’re someone who’s grown up on fast-paced, neatly structured films, you might find it hard to settle into. But if you let it, the film slowly…
Procession isn’t your typical documentary. It’s not the kind that tugs at your heartstrings with soft music or tries to force an emotional reaction. Instead, it moves through a quiet intensity, telling the stories of six men who were abused by Catholic priests during their childhood. But this isn’t a straightforward recount of trauma. What…
The documentary Merchant Ivory offers a nostalgic yet somewhat disjointed tribute to a group of filmmakers who have undeniably left a mark on the world of cinema. From a Christian perspective, the documentary’s heart is in the right place, but its execution leaves something to be desired. The Legacy of Merchant Ivory Merchant Ivory Productions,…
“Seeking Mavis Beacon,” at first glance, seems like just another documentary – an artsy exploration of a quirky subject. But then, as you settle into its rhythm, you realize it’s more than that. It’s a journey. A winding, sometimes meandering, sometimes frustrating, yet undeniably captivating journey. It’s the kind of film that doesn’t just hand…