Tag Archives: documentaries

3 things about Matt Wolf’s TEENAGE

Posted on February 9, 2023 by robchristopher

Teenage [2013] 1. Army uniforms for 13-year-olds. 2. The adult advises them to voluntarily change the teen canteen’s closing hours from 11 o’clock to 10:30 on weeknights. 3. “Mother, it’s just a hen party, what am I supposed to wear?” … Continue reading →

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3 things about Mat Whitecross’s THE SOUND OF 007

Posted on November 10, 2022 by robchristopher

The Sound of 007 [2022] 1. Immediately after he finished writing it, John Barry played “Goldfinger” for Michael Caine, who happened to be crashing in his flat at the time.2. Shirley Bassey took off her bra just before recording the … Continue reading →

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3 things about Godfrey Reggio’s VISITORS

Posted on November 3, 2022 by robchristopher

Visitors [2013] 1. Somnolent sports fan. 2. Trio of heads devoid of context. 3. Watching what we’re watching. 3 other things.

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ROY’S WORLD: BARRY GIFFORD’S CHICAGO is now streaming on Fandor—and elsewhere!

Posted on October 23, 2022 by robchristopher

Hard to believe, but about six years after I started this odyssey the film is finally available to watch on a screen near you! Roy’s World is streaming in North America via Fandor, Vudu, Hoopla, YouTube, iTunes, and a bunch … Continue reading →

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Hyde Park, here we come!

Posted on September 25, 2022 by robchristopher

That’s right, Roy’s World: Barry Gifford’s Chicago is coming to the South Side! I’ll be there in person for the Q & A. Hope you can make it: Friday, October 7, 2022 – 7:00pm The University of Chicago Film Studies … Continue reading →

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3 things about Brett Morgen’s MOONAGE DAYDREAM

Posted on September 25, 2022 by robchristopher

Moonage Daydream [2022] 1. “Everything is rubbish and all rubbish is wonderful.”2. The only collaborator that Bowie namechecks personally is Brian Eno.3. Pepsi with Tina Turner.

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A One Night Tribute to Barry Gifford in LA

Posted on August 18, 2022 by robchristopher

American Cinematheque is throwing a One Night Tribute to Barry Gifford on September 3! The lineup features the LA premiere of ROY’S WORLD: BARRY GIFFORD’S CHICAGO + WILD AT HEART + LOST HIGHWAY. It’s a triple feature for the ages … Continue reading →

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ROY’S WORLD to Make Streaming Debut on Fandor and Other Video Platforms October 18

Posted on August 14, 2022 by robchristopher

Here’s the official press release! I’m so excited! ### Cinedigm Acquires ROY’S WORLD: BARRY GIFFORD’S CHICAGO, Acclaimed Chicago-produced Documentary featuring Willem Dafoe, Matt Dillon and Lili Taylor Based on the work of Chicago-born author Barry Gifford, the film premieres October … Continue reading →

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A Chicago encore at the Music Box!

Posted on July 18, 2022 by robchristopher

For one night only, the film returns to the big screen at the Music Box Theatre! And after the show, Jim Laczkowski (Chicago Film Critics Association) will moderate a Q & A featuring yours truly alongside producer Michael Glover Smith. We’re planning to … Continue reading →

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3 things about Leo Hurwitz’s STRANGE VICTORY

Posted on June 30, 2022 by robchristopher

Strange Victory [1948] 1. “They paid. Everyone paid.” 2. Silver Shirts. 3. Euphemistic signifiers of restrictive housing and membership. “Select Clientele,” etc.

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