Written by Maria Manuella Pache de Athayde 50/100 The Big Scary "S" Word, is Yael Bridge's first full length documentary feature. This documentary is incredibly timely given Bernie Sanders' recent promising presidential campaigns, the rising stars in the progressive-wing of … Continue reading.
Written by Maria Manuella Pache de Athayde 50/100 What is an information terrorist? The Face of Anonymous (2020) directed by Gary Lang provided an inside look into the work of cyber-activism through the eyes of Anonymous hacktivist Christopher Mark Doyon … Continue reading.
Written by Maria Manuella Pache de Athayde 70/100 In Fruits of Labor, directed by Emily Cohen Ibanez, we are introduced to 15-year farm workers and high school student Ashley Solis who was born in California but whose family originally immigrated … Continue reading.
Written by Maria Manuella Pache de Athayde 70/100 Kid Candidate was an unexpected and fun surprise. In this documentary, we are introduced to a well meaning 24 year old called Hayden Pedigo and his run for City Council in Amarillo, … Continue reading.
Written by Maria Manuella Pache de Athayde 80/100 Featuring well-known and up and coming comedians Hysterical is Andrea Nevins’ inside look at the world of stand-up comedy and the women taking over the industry. Admittedly before this documentary I wasn’t … Continue reading.
Written by Maria Manuella Pache de Athayde 85/100 "The weaker I get the louder I become." Utterly broken! This documentary resonated with me deeply. I was reminded of my own mother and her struggle within the health care system. Ady’ … Continue reading.
Written by Maria Manuella Pache de Athayde 65/100 The Hunt for Planet B, directed by Nathaniel Khan, explores big questions about the early universe, cosmos, and exoplanets. This documentary takes on a journey of discovery and reflects on the big … Continue reading.
Written by Maria Manuella Pache de Athayde 75/100 Who knew stained glass could be so interesting? Justin Monroe’s documentary tells the story of artist Tim Carey and Judson Studios who were commissioned by the Church of Resurrection in Kansas City … Continue reading.
Written by Maria Manuella Pache de Athayde 50/100 A Brixton Tale the first feature film from Darragh Carey and Bertrand Desrochers, unfortunately failed to connect with me. I believe it may do better with audiences in the United Kingdom who … Continue reading.
Written by Maria Manuella Pache de Athayde 80/100 Bleeding Audio was such a fantastic way to start Slamdance 2021! Chelsea Christer’s doc about The Matches is one of those always desired and rarely found unexpected festival surprises. The nostalgia factor, … Continue reading.
