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media-and-technology2 days ago•1 min saved

Gibney's 'Musk' Documentary Frames Billionaire as Chaotic Narcissist Amid Legal Threats

Alex Gibney's nearly four-hour documentary 'Musk' opens in US theaters on October 9, presenting a critical portrait of the tech billionaire as a chaotic figure who thrives on intensity. The film, which excludes Musk's direct participation, features interviews with his ex-wife Justine Musk and former partner Ashley St. Clair, alongside a computer-generated avatar of Musk. While Gibney faces defamation threats from Musk's legal team over claims regarding the 2024 election, the documentary highlights Musk's shifting political alliances and aggressive management styles at companies like xAI and Tesla.

via Business Insider|

#alex-gibney #documentary #elon-musk

world3 days ago•124 min saved

Israeli Documentary 'NAZA' Sparks Global Debate and Military Backlash

The Israeli documentary 'NAZA' has ignited intense debate over the conduct of the war in Gaza, featuring anonymous interviews with Israeli military personnel. The film alleges systematic violations of international law, including high civilian casualty ratios and AI-assisted targeting. In response, Israeli officials have threatened to revoke the citizenship of the directors, while the IDF has issued a detailed rebuttal denying the claims and emphasizing legal compliance. The documentary's release in U.S. theaters and global streaming has intensified the narrative conflict surrounding the conflict.

via AP News|

#documentary #gaza #idf

film-and-media3 days ago•2 min saved

Documentary 'Your Attention Please' Highlights Mother's Fight for Social Media Reform After Son's Suicide

The documentary 'Your Attention Please' releases on VOD and Apple TV on October 6, 2026. Directed by Sara Robin, the film centers on Kristin Bride, a mother advocating for legislative reform after her 16-year-old son, Carson, died by suicide in 2020 following cyberbullying. The film critiques the attention economy's design, featuring interviews with experts like Vivek Murthy and Frances Haugen, and highlights the stalled Kids Online Safety and Privacy Act.

via The Guardian|

#documentary #film-and-media #kids-online-safety-act

global3 days ago•13 min saved

IDF Backers Launch 'NAZA: The Real Story' to Counter Gaza Documentary

A 49-minute rebuttal titled 'NAZA: The Real Story' has surfaced online, created by Israeli Defense Forces reserve members to counter the Venice-prize-winning documentary 'NAZA.' While the original film alleges systematic civilian targeting in Gaza, the new video argues that Hamas embedded fighters in civilian areas, forcing the IDF to operate under strict rules of engagement. The IDF has officially denounced the original documentary as misleading, while the original filmmakers maintain their claims are verified by over 100 sources.

via Variety|

#documentary #gaza #global

film-and-media4 days ago•18 min saved

Archival Docs Reanimate Voices of Edward Said and Iranian Revolution

Two new documentaries, 'Edward Said: Between Worlds' and 'Rehearsals For A Revolution,' utilize extensive archival audio and video to reconstruct the lives and political struggles of Palestinian scholar Edward Said and various Iranian family members. Released by Sony Pictures Classics, these films aim to restore historical context to current conflicts in the Middle East by centering personal memories and voices that are often excluded from mainstream news coverage.

via A.V. Club|

#archival-footage #documentary #edward-said

middle-east5 days ago•1 min saved

Israeli Embassies Launch Counter-Documentary to Counter NAZA's Gaza Allegations

Israeli embassies in the US and UK are promoting a new 49-minute documentary titled 'NAZA: The Real Story' to counter the original NAZA film, which alleges systematic Israeli military misconduct in Gaza. While the original film features anonymous interviews with 24 Israeli insiders claiming AI systems and high civilian casualty ratios were accepted, the counter-film uses named commanders and declassified footage to argue that Hamas tactics and hostage situations constrained military operations. This move intensifies a global narrative war following the original film's Venice award and subsequent backlash from Israeli officials, including threats to revoke the citizenship of its directors.

via Middle East Eye|

#documentary #gaza #idf

film5 days ago•17 min saved

Selma Blair Channels 2024 Controversy Into Antisemitism Documentary 'Hineni'

Selma Blair announced a new documentary titled 'Hineni' at the ADL State of the Arts Reception in New York City on October 2, 2026. The film addresses antisemitism and the Israel-Palestine conflict, aiming to provide a platform for voices often excluded from such discussions. Blair stated the project is a response to the professional and personal fallout she experienced after making controversial comments about Islam in February 2024. She described the documentary as a way to say what she could not express during her initial apology, emphasizing that the film will include perspectives from people who disagree with her views.

via Deadline|

#adl #antisemitism #documentary

film6 days ago•16 min saved

Fielder and Oppenheim Detail Secret 16-Hour Shoots in Holmes Documentary

Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim revealed the logistical details of their secret documentary 'You Can See Everything,' which was filmed over 34 days in Elizabeth Holmes's San Diego home before her prison sentence. The project utilized a seven-person crew and a multi-camera setup to capture unscripted interactions, resulting in a three-hour film that premiered to critical acclaim at the New York Film Festival.

via Variety|

#documentary #elizabeth-holmes #film

film7 days ago•142 min saved

Fielder’s Holmes Doc Debut Sparks Debate on Truth and Performance

Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim’s three-hour documentary 'You Can See Everything' premiered at the New York Film Festival, earning critical acclaim for its surreal exploration of Elizabeth Holmes’s final days before prison. The film, which Fielder describes as his feature directorial debut, has generated significant Oscar buzz and sparked intense debate regarding the nature of truth in documentary filmmaking.

via Vulture|

#a24 #documentary #elizabeth-holmes

entertainment7 days ago•2 min saved

Apple TV+ Premieres Acclaimed K2 Winter Ascent Documentary

The documentary 'The Last First: Winter K2' is now streaming on Apple TV+, following a limited theatrical release. Directed by Amir Bar-Lev, the film chronicles the 2021 winter ascent of K2, highlighting the complex social and commercial dynamics among climbers. It has achieved a 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes.

via 9to5Mac|

#apple-tv #documentary #entertainment

conflict-and-media7 days ago•0 min saved

NAZA Creators Reveal 100-Source Verification Process Amid IDF Discrediting Campaign

The team behind the documentary NAZA has disclosed that they interviewed over 100 sources to verify claims regarding Israeli military targeting in Gaza, countering an IDF statement that labeled the film’s content as factually erroneous. The Israeli military argued that the film relied on junior personnel with limited knowledge of the approval process, while the filmmakers maintained that their sources included senior commanders involved in final strike authorizations. This dispute follows a period of intense political backlash, including death threats against the directors and calls from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to revoke their citizenship. The Guardian, which produced the film, emphasized that their verification process included leaked classified documents and corroboration from confidential journalistic sources, asserting that the film’s findings align with reports from other major news outlets regarding the use of AI in targeting.

via The Guardian|

#conflict-and-media #documentary #gaza-war

entertainment8 days ago

Hulu Documentary 'The Swan: Behind the Mirror' Exposes 2004 Reality Show’s Exploitative Tactics

A new Hulu documentary, 'The Swan: Behind the Mirror,' revisits the 2004 Fox reality series, revealing that contestants endured up to 15 cosmetic procedures in 10 hours without full consent. Directed by Erin Lee Carr, the film highlights severe long-term medical complications, including ruptured implants and dental failures, alongside manipulative production tactics like forced pageants and isolated living conditions. While some contestants regret the physical damage, many cite the lasting friendships formed during the show as a positive outcome.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#documentary #entertainment #fox

entertainment9 days ago•5 min saved

Hulu Documentary Reveals the Exploitative Reality Behind 2004's 'The Swan'

Hulu’s new documentary, 'The Swan: Behind the Mirror,' exposes the brutal conditions of the 2004 Fox reality series. Directed by Erin Lee Carr, the film features former contestants detailing severe medical complications, coercive contracts, and manipulative production tactics that prioritized ratings over participant safety.

via The Guardian|

#documentary #entertainment #fox

film9 days ago•15 min saved

Gaza Documentary 'NAZA' Overtakes Marvel Re-release in Italy

The documentary 'NAZA' has debuted at number one in the Italian box office, outperforming the Marvel re-release 'Avengers: Endgame Encore.' Directed by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, the film explores the Israeli military's use of AI to target civilians in Gaza. It was originally scheduled for a three-day run but has been extended due to sold-out screenings and strong audience demand. The film is set to release in over 50 territories, with a U.S. rollout beginning in New York.

via variety.com|

#box-office #documentary #film

film-and-politics9 days ago•1 min saved

NAZA Tops Italian Box Office Amid Controversy Over Its Solely Israeli Perspective

The documentary 'NAZA,' which won a special prize at Venice, has debuted at number one in Italy, outperforming 'Avengers: Endgame Encore.' The film features anonymous interviews with 24 Israeli military personnel on Tel Aviv rooftops, detailing the surveillance and targeting systems used in Gaza. While it sparked outrage in Israel, including proposed legislation to strip the filmmakers' citizenship, critics debate whether the lack of Palestinian voices undermines its impact or serves as a necessary historical record of state violence.

via Roger Ebert|

#documentary #film-and-politics #gaza-war