Documentary
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Snapshot – Martín Rejtman’s ‘Riders’ Makes NY Premiere, ‘Usher: Rendezvous in Paris’ Concert Film Debuts on BET+, and more
Riders (courtesy Cinema Tropical)
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Stephen Chung’s ‘It’s All Gonna Break’ Documentary Capturing Broken Social Scene’s Indie Legacy Heads to Theaters | Trailer
It’s All Gonna Break by Stephen Chung (screenshot / Cargo) The documentary It’s All Gonna Break offers an intimate portrayal of the rise of Broken Social Scene, the influential Canadian indie-rock collective. Through rare archival footage and candid interviews, the film captures the band’s evolution from Toronto’s underground music scene to international acclaim.
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Snapshot – George Lucas and Steven Spielberg to Present AFI Life Achievement Award to Francis Ford Coppola, Release Dates for Jess Plus None, Midnight in Phoenix and more
George Lucas and Steven Spielberg to present the 50th AFI Life Achievement Award to Francis Ford Coppola
Steven Spielberg, Geroge Lucas at the American Film Institute 44th Life Achievement Award Gala Tribute to John Williams (Jean Nelson | dp)
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‘Pee-Wee as Himself’ Trailer – Paul Reubens Tells All, Comes Out as Gay in Revealing HBO Documentary
Paul Reubens in Pee-wee as Himself (Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images.) Paul Reubens, the man behind the iconic character Pee-wee Herman, gets personal and tells his life story, all in his owns words, in the two-part documentary Pee-Wee as Himself. In the documentary, Reubens comes out posthumously as gay in the interviews taped before his death in 2023.
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Peter McDowell Investigates His Brother’s Death in ‘Jimmy in Saigon’ Documentary | Trailer
Jimmy in Saigon by Peter McDowell Filmmaker Peter McDowell delves into the mysterious life and untimely death of his older brother, Jimmy McDowell in the documentary Jimmy in Saigon. At just 24, Jimmy, a Vietnam War veteran, died in Saigon in 1972. Through a decade-long investigation, Peter embarks on a personal journey across the U.S., Vietnam, and France, seeking to unravel the secrets surrounding his brother’s past, including aspects of his sexuality and rumored drug use.
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Season 3 of ‘100 Foot Wave’ HBO Docu Series with Garrett McNamara Returns May 1 | Trailer
Season 3 of “100 Foot Wave” (Screenshot / HBO) The Emmy-winning HBO documentary series 100 Foot Wave, following Garrett McNamara and other big wave surfers as they travel the world in search of the 100 foot wave returns for its third season.
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Artist Sasha Wortzel’s ‘River of Grass’ Documentary on Everglades Continues Film Festival Run
River of Grass directed by Sasha Wortzel Inspired by the Book The Everglades: River of Grass by Marjory Stoneman Douglas, the documentary River of Grass is the feature debut from artist and filmmaker Sasha Wortzel. The film is described as an “ode to the Everglades, told through the writings of Marjory Stoneman Douglas, and those who today call the region home.”
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Snapshot – The Quincy Avery Effect Documentary Debuts on Hulu, On Swift Horses Opens in Bay Area Theaters, ‘Egghead & Twinkie’ on VOD + more
‘The Quincy Avery Effect’ documentary premieres on Hulu
Quincy Avery, one of the NFL’s most sought-after quarterback coaches, and the man behind the rise of some of football’s biggest names, from Jalen Hurts to Justin Fields, CJ Stroud, and Jordan Love, is the subject of the documentary The Quincy Avery Effect. Directed by Bryant Robinson it premieres on Hulu on April 23rd.
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Snapshot – Dag Johan Haugerud’s ‘Love’ Opens in US, Mark Lo’s ‘Count Me in’ Documentary Looks at Lives of Legendary Drummers
Dag Johan Haugerud’s ‘Love’ sets US release at Film Forum in New York City
Love by Dag Johan Haugerud (courtesy Film Forum)
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Raw and Unfiltered ‘Harley Flanagan: Wired for Chaos’ Documentary on Punk Band Cro-Mags Founder Heads to Theaters | Trailer
Harley Flanagan: Wired for Chaos (courtesy Lightyear Entertainment) Harley Flanagan: Wired for Chaos directed by Rex Miller is a raw and unfiltered documentary that explores the tumultuous life of Harley Flanagan, the founder of the hardcore punk band Cro-Mags. The film traces Flanagan’s journey from a chaotic childhood in New York City’s Lower East Side to his rise in the punk scene at age 11 as the drummer for his aunt’s band, the Stimulators. Through candid interviews with Flea, Henry Rollins, Ice T, Michael Imperioli, Matt Serra, the Late Anthony Bourdain and more, the documentary looks at Flanagan’s transformation from a life of violence and trauma.
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Snapshot – Disney+ unveils trailer for Flintoff docu, BET greenlights a Michael Vick docuseries, Come See Me in the Good Light acquired by Apple TV+
Disney+ unveils trailer for Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff documentary
Disney+ unveiled the trailer for “Flintoff” the documentary film featuring former international cricketer and broadcast presenter Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff. The documentary film will premiere exclusively on Disney+ in the UK and Ireland on Friday 25 April.
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Robert Schwartzman’s ‘Hung Up On A Dream: The Zombies Documentary’ Sets May Release Date | Trailer
Hung Up On A Dream: The Zombies Documentary (Utopia) Directed by Robert Schwartzman, Hung Up On A Dream: The Zombies Documentary explores the journey of the iconic British rock band, The Zombies, known for their timeless hits like “She’s Not There” and “Time of the Season.” Schwartzman’s documentary offers an intimate look at the band’s formation, rise to fame, challenges, and eventual resurgence, providing fans and newcomers alike with a comprehensive view of their musical odyssey.