Skip to content
  • Music
    • Reviews
    • Essays
    • Playlists
    • Columns
    • Everything Else
  • Film
    • Reviews
    • Essays
    • Video Essays
    • Columns
    • Everything Else
  • Podcast
  • Contributors
  • About
  • Music
  • Film
  • Network
  • Podcast
  • Artists
  • About

Tag: documentary

A Trip to New York City

Film
By Nick Fituri Scown | September 8, 2021
By Nick Fituri Scown | September 8, 2021

A Trip to New York City

Nick Fituri Scown looks back on his time in NYC in fall 2001 which ultimately inspired his new documentary, Too Soon: Comedy After 9/11.

The Conquistador Within

Film
By Rodrigo Reyes | August 19, 2021
By Rodrigo Reyes | August 19, 2021

The Conquistador Within

Director Rodrigo Reyes looks at what a documentary can and should be, through the lens of his new film about Mexico’s past and present, 499.

The Day Kobe Bryant Died

Film
By Matt Yoka | August 18, 2021
By Matt Yoka | August 18, 2021

The Day Kobe Bryant Died

Filmmaker Matt Yoka looks back on when his first movie, Whirlybird, premiered at Sundance, and the passing of an L.A. icon that same day.

Why I Stopped Making Films in the Art World

Film
By Mariam Ghani | August 11, 2021
By Mariam Ghani | August 11, 2021

Why I Stopped Making Films in the Art World

Mariam Ghani, whose striking new documentary What We Left Unfinished is out now, on what pushed her to change the kind of work she made.

Woodstock ’99, or How To Do a USA in Late Capitalism

Music
By Greg Saunier | August 10, 2021
By Greg Saunier | August 10, 2021

Woodstock ’99, or How To Do a USA in Late Capitalism

Greg Saunier (Deerhoof) on late capitalism, Limp Bizkit, and the polarizing new doc.

“Why Are You Making a Film About Dick Gregory?”

Film
By Andre Gaines | August 3, 2021
By Andre Gaines | August 3, 2021

“Why Are You Making a Film About Dick Gregory?”

Andre Gaines grapples with what drove him to direct his documentary about the iconic comedian and activist, which is now airing on Showtime.

“A Universe in a Grain of Sand”: Reflections on Making Echoes of the Invisible

Film
By Steve Elkins | July 26, 2021
By Steve Elkins | July 26, 2021

“A Universe in a Grain of Sand”: Reflections on Making Echoes of the Invisible

Steve Elkins on some of the remarkable people who didn’t make the final cut of his expansive new documentary, and the themes that underpin the film.

The Time in Between

Film
By Derek Doneen | July 14, 2021
By Derek Doneen | July 14, 2021

The Time in Between

Documentary filmmaker Derek Doneen, whose new series Heist hits Netflix today, on the off-camera moments that linger long in the memory.

Three Great Things: Lydia Lunch

Music
By Lydia Lunch | June 30, 2021
By Lydia Lunch | June 30, 2021

Three Great Things: Lydia Lunch

The no-wave icon, who's the subject of the new doc Lydia Lunch: The War is Never Over, shares the things (and people) that invigorate her.

“Tell the Truth”

Film
By Patrick Forbes | June 29, 2021
By Patrick Forbes | June 29, 2021

“Tell the Truth”

Patrick Forbes on the dramatic adventures he's had in pursuit of the truth, culminating in his gripping new documentary, The Phantom.

Featured Podcast

Popular Talks

Today This Week All Time
        TALKHOUSE WEEKLY
        A Friday digest of the week's best Talks, picked for you by the editors.

        Privacy & Cookies: This site uses cookies. By continuing to use this website, you agree to their use.
        To find out more, including how to control cookies, see here: Cookie Policy
        © 2025 Talkhouse, Inc. All Rights Reserved.