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Documentary cinema does not live only on screens. It also lives in inboxes.
Every week, thousands of filmmakers, producers, programmers, journalists and documentary lovers receive curated newsletters that summarize the most important developments in nonfiction storytelling. From festival announcements and funding opportunities to deep reflections about the craft of documentary filmmaking, these newsletters have become essential tools for anyone who wants to stay connected to the global documentary ecosystem.
Some focus on industry news and financing. Others offer thoughtful criticism and curated recommendations of films to watch. Together they form a fascinating map of how the documentary world thinks, produces and evolves.
Here are some of the most influential documentary newsletters in the world today.
Grizzly Man by Werner Herzog (2005)
Just before composing this wonder, and because of a bad experience, Richard Thompson had decided never to compose a single note for another movie. But then came Werner Herzog, and how are you going to say no to the old Werner. It turned out to be an unforgettable soundtrack for this Grizzly Man, one of the best documentaries ever.
The Fog of War by Errol Morris (2003)
Another case in which a great director joined a distinguished musician was in The Fog of War. Errol Morris went to find Philip Glass to explain his story about the US defense secretary Robert S. McNamara. The “minimal” Glass notes are an essential component for this Oscar-winning masterpiece. It is one of the best war documentaries ever.
Man on Wire by James Marsh (2008)
The soundtrack of Man on Wire is our favorite. James Marsh, the director of this documentary (which also won it all), went to find one of the greatest film composers, Michael Nyman, what could go wrong?
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1337 films
And a new one every day
The preferred platform
of true documentary lovers
Half of all revenue goes
directly to the filmmakers
