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A documentary film about military veterans and healthcare.

‘HOMEMADE’ takes unflinching look at the impact of modern war on one Marine and his family

By Gregory Crofton The filmmakers followed Adam Sorensen, a U.S. Marine, for six years to…

Lost Tapes of ‘Studio 17’ deliver unheard reggae music from legendary artists

By Gregory Crofton In the heart of Kingston, Jamaica, reggae took root above Randy’s Record…

A new documentary about the iconoclastic journalist Molly Ivins.

Imposing journalist Molly Ivins is sorely missed these days, doc helps us remember why

By Gregory Crofton Good journalists can be a check on political power. In the day…

Beware of Mr. Baker

Ginger Baker is well-known for his smashing work in Cream and Blind Faith. But the…

The documentary "The Seventy Five" was directed by Tiller Russell.

Once it Gets Warmed Up, ‘The Seven Five’ plays like a Hollywood drama

By Gregory Crofton Director Tiller Russell (Operation Odessa, Cockfight, Chicago Fire) knows a great story…

The Obamas’ ‘American Factory’ Reveals Stark Difference Between U.S. and Chinese Culture and the Challenge of Globalization

By Gregory Crofton Procedural documentaries are some of my favorites. “American Factory” is an excellent…