Documentary

May 27, 2025 — This episode examines how certain documentary films have transcended entertainment to become powerful catalysts for social and political transformation. Through detailed analysis of landmark films like "An Inconvenient Truth," "Blackfish," "13th," and...

May 27, 2025 — This episode explores the transformative period of documentary filmmaking from the 1920s through the 1970s, examining how pioneers like John Grierson established documentary as both art and social commentary. We delve into the controversial legacy of...

May 24, 2025 — From the Lumière brothers' staged factory workers to Robert Flaherty's romanticized Arctic adventures, Thatch weaves together over a century of documentary history with his signature blend of scholarly precision and theatrical flair. This deep dive...