Chaz Bono’s documentary — Becoming Chaz — will premiere on The Oprah Winfrey Network. The Queen of Talk’s recently-launched cable network has purchased the rights to the documentary that is based upon the transformation of Sonny and Cher Bono’s daughter, Chastity into their son, Chaz. Becoming Chaz invites the viewers to go through the remarkable [...]
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Good Charlotte Release Documentary Trailer For “Sex On The Radio†VIDEO
December 13th, 2010 |
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The Good Charlotte boys have taken a novel and hilarious approach ahead of the release of their new single “Sex on the Radio,” releasing a “documentary” teaser of the forthcoming video. Take a peek at Sex on the Radio: A Documentary, chock-full of bad mullet wigs and aviator sunshades!
Lemmy: The Movie
November 23rd, 2010 |
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LONG-OVERDUE DOCUMENTARY OUT FEBRUARY 2011
Lemmy: The Movie, a documentary about legendary Motorhead founder/vocalist/bassist
Lemmy Kilmister, is set for a February 2011 release following its premiere at SXSW and showings at
various film fests earlier this year. Check out the trailer below.
13 Of The Best Documentaries Of All Time
November 3rd, 2010 |
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A well made documentary is a thing of beauty, propelling subject matters that we might have thought otherwise dull and tedious to new heights of interest and excitement. A far cry from High School classes spent watching an old VHS about Magnesium, these 13 documentaries cover vastly different topics, from the amazing to the mundane, [...]
Joaquin Phoenix “Late Show With David Letterman†Sept. 22
September 13th, 2010 |
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The documentary (or should we say mockumentary?) about his descent into eccentricity will bring Joaquin Phoenix back to the place where his fall from public grace began — the Late Show with David Letterman. Phoenix will return to Ed Sullivan Theater on Sept. 22 for his first TV appearance since his memorable visit to Letterman [...]
Umphrey’s McGee: The Tabernacle Documentary
September 1st, 2010 |
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THREE PART DOC FROM HYPER TALENTED LIGHTING DESIGNER DEBUTS TODAY
On February 6, 2010, Umphrey’s McGee took the stage at The Tabernacle in Atlanta, GA for a now legendary performance in front of a rabid sold out crowd. The energy in the historic room was so contagious that it created a palpable band-audience synergy, propelling the music to incredible heights. Luckily, the band’s HD video camera captured the show from the soundboard and now you can experience The Tabernacle, a short film directed by the band’s lighting designer Jefferson Waful, who has worked in television, radio, and print media for more than 20 years.
The 3-part documentary takes fans behind-the-scenes, in the dressing room and on stage during the night. Also included are musical highlights, in-depth interviews with the band and crew, and humorous outtakes that truly capture the band’s collective personality.
“It was one of the most magical and most energetic rooms and crowds that I’ve ever been a part of,” says bassist Ryan Stasik. “I could feel and hear the crowd and when that happens, I can’t really describe how that is, but it’s the most amazing thing in the world.”
The Tabernacle was released this afternoon.
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Joan Rivers Sued By Former Manager Billy Sammeth
June 24th, 2010 |
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Loose-lipped and surgically-altered, Joan Rivers’ infamous “Take No Prisoners” approach to life is about to get the 76-year-old comedienne hauled into court.It’s all courtesy of her new documentary, Joan Rivers: A Piece Of Work, which opened in select theaters June 11. The documentary — which debuted to solid reviews at this year’s Tribeca Film [...]
Carrie Fisher “Wishful Drinking†Documentary Headed To HBO
June 4th, 2010 |
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Carrie Fisher’s one-woman show Wishful Drinking is headed to HBO as a feature-length documentary. A star in her own right, Carrie — who portrayed Princess Leia in George Lucas’ Star Wars series — is the daughter of entertainment legends Eddie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds. The celebutot’s hit autobiographical stage production chronicles the writer-actress’ often-tumultuous life, [...]
Joan Rivers Documentary “A Piece Of Work†Trailer
May 13th, 2010 |
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Check out the trailer for the upcoming documentary Joan Rivers: A Piece Of Work, opening in select theaters June 11. The documentary — which debuted to solid reviews at this year’s Tribeca Film Festival in Manhattan — offers an insightful look at one of the oldest, most daring comics of our age.
Rush: Documentary This Summer
April 26th, 2010 |
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BIG SUMMER TOUR AND CAREER SPANNING FILM
“It’s true that Rush doesn’t mean today what it did in ’76 or even ’96. It may mean more.” – Rolling Stone
The Rush documentary Rush: Beyond The Lighted Stage will be in theaters nationwide in June. Exact cities and dates to be announced later.
This exciting news comes on the heels of the worldwide film premiere at Tribeca Film Festival on April 24 as well as the recent announcement of a 40-city “Time Machine Tour” to kick off on June 29 in Albuquerque, NM. This tour will feature the entire Moving Pictures album in its entirety. More details here.
Some vintage live Rush to get us in the mood for this summer.
Documentary explores Iran’s influence on Bosnia
April 12th, 2010 |
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B92’s new documentary “On the Horizon†looks at the influence of Iran on Bosnia and the entire region. It also looks at Iranian culture, and extremist regimes.
Michael Jackson Documentary “Gone Too Soonâ€
March 19th, 2010 |
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Celebrity biographer Ian Halperin – who penned the unauthorized 2009 tell-all Unmasked: The Final Years of Michael Jackson – is set to release a documentary about the late singer.
Halperin has been working on a 88-minute Jackson tribute documentary, entitled Gone Too Soon, which uses audio and video footage of the Thriller singer shot before his [...]
Doors Documentary Opens April 9
March 17th, 2010 |
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Doors Documentary When You’re Strange Begins In Select Markets April 9
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When You’re Strange first played at Sundance in 2009. Producers include Dick Wolf, Rhino’s John Beug and Jeff Jampol, the band’s manager. Wolf Films’ Peter Jankowski, also a producer, guided the project for Wolf’s company. It was made with
support of band members Ray Manzarek, John Densmore and Robby Krieger,
as well as the estate of Jim Morrison. Manzarek has said in interviews that the doc is the antidote to Oliver Stone’s film The Doors.
After its Sundance bow, filmmakers brought Johnny Depp aboard to voice a new narration. It continued to be fine-tuned as it made fest appearances at Berlin, Deauville and San Sebastian. More recently, the completed version played at
the Santa Barbara Film Fest.
“Watching the hypnotic, hitherto unreleased footage of Jim, John, Ray and Robby, I felt like I experienced it all through their eyes. As a rock ‘n’ roll documentary, or any kind of documentary for that matter, it simply doesn’t get any better than this,” Depp said.
Wolf said he remembers buying The Doors’ first album and listening to it a dozen times in a row.
“Both sides. Every song. I’ve been a fan every since. This movie is a story of the band, but it is also an insight into a moment that will never be repeated,” Wolf said.
The 90-minute doc uses footage shot between the band’s formation in 1965 and Morrison’s death in 1971, including footage from Morrison and Manzarek’s time together at UCLA’s film school.
The film’s soundtrack will be available March 30.
Beug said film will open in select markets including New York, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, Seattle and San Francisco. The DVD will be released three months after that. Film also will air on PBS’ American Masters series.
Final Cut Studio at the Oscars
March 12th, 2010 |
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CNET News reports that 9 out of 10 of this year’s nominees in the Documentary Feature and Documentary Short categories used Final Cut Studio to make their films, including category winners “The Cove†and “Music by Prudence.â€
B92 to air Srebrenica documentary
January 27th, 2010 |
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B92 TV will be featuring a documentary on Wednesday night on the genocide in Srebrenica called “Srebrena Bosnia—The March of Death and Freedom.†The documentary’s author Petar Ilić filmed the movie on the Srebrenica tragedy at the Nezuk-PotoÄari march in July 2009.
White Stripes: Live Album & Documentary Out 03/16
January 26th, 2010 |
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THE WHITE STRIPES SET TO RELEASE UNDER GREAT WHITE NORTHERN LIGHTS 3/16
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On March 16, enigmatic duo The White Stripes will be releasing their first-ever official live album, featuring 16 songs on both vinyl and CD, as well as the Emmett Malloy-directed documentary film, Under Great White Northern Lights. Those who pre-order this special box set will receive three unreleased tracks by the band for immediate download. Pre-order here.
In the summer of 2007, The White Stripes embarked on a cross-country Canadian tour to accomplish their goal of performing in every province and territory across the expansive northern nation. These two incredible pieces are a unique documentation of that journey, providing a fascinating look into the on and off stage lives of one of the world’s most captivating bands.
Having first premiered at the Toronto Film Festival in September 2009, Under Great White Northern Lights documents the band playing to crowds in towns of all sizes across the Great White North – from traditional venues to matinee gigs at unusual locations such as a bowling alley, a boat and even on a city bus – culminating in a momentous 10th Anniversary show at the historic Savoy Theatre in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia.
A captivating mix of striking live footage and poignant off-stage moments, this visually stirring and emotive feature length film celebrates the band’s 10 year history, bringing the duo full circle in their career to a place reminiscent of how they first started out; shows where no one knew who they were, and where they were left to make a first impression with their music.
The live album continues that celebration and is a perfect companion piece to the film, featuring 16 songs recorded at various shows throughout the Canadian tour – a collection that captures all the aural intensity and spontaneity that The White Stripes have become known for. A compelling reflection of the band’s career, both the live album and the documentary will allow fans to reminisce about where they were when they first heard The White Stripes, while also adding extraordinary pieces of work to their already stunning artistic cannon.
CD Track Listing
1. Let’s Shake Hands
2. Black Math
3. Little Ghost
4. Blue Orchid
5. The Union Forever
6. Ball and Biscuit
7. Icky Thump
8. I’m Slowly Turning Into You
9. Jolene
10. 300 MPH Torrential Outpour Blues
11. We Are Going to Be Friends
12. I Just Don’t Know What to Do With Myself
13. Prickly Thorn, But Sweetly Worn
14. Fell In Love With a Girl
15. When I Hear My Name
16. Seven Nation Army
Fans will also be able to purchase the live album and documentary as part of a limited edition box set, which includes not only the DVD, CD & double LP, but also a live DVD of the band’s 10th Anniversary show, Under Nova Scotian Lights, as well as an exclusive 7 inch, hard cover book of photographs and a silk-screened print. This impressive package will also be available on March 16, with pre-orders currently being accepted here.
Susan Boyle Documentary The TV Guide Channel Dec. 13
November 24th, 2009 |
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A documentary based on the life of singing sensation Susan Boyle will air on U.S. TV next month.
The one-hour documentary, airing on The TV Guide Channel Dec. 13, promises to track Susan’s journey from rural Scotland to the breakout global fame that has eclipsed her since appearing on the UK talent contest Britain’s Got Talent. [...]
Isabel Lucas not working with Elissa Sursara
September 2nd, 2009 |
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TRANSFORMERS babe Isabel Lucas refuses to work with former pal Elissa Sursara in a new documentary.