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JazzTown2021 • 92 minColorado's celebrated jazz musicians share their insights on achieving lasting success in the music industry, offering advice to the next generation navigating a challenging and competitive scene. Filmed on historic stages in…0.0—
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Lagniappe2006 • 25 minThis film, crafted by Les Blank and Maureen Gosling from unused footage of their 1978 documentary "Always for Pleasure," offers a glimpse into Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans.4.26.2
Richard Pryor: Here and Now1983 • 94 minComedy, Documentary, TV MovieLegendary comedian Richard Pryor delivers a candid stand-up performance showcasing his sharp, fearless humor. He tackles a variety of subjects central to his comedy, offering an honest look at his perspective. Pryor…6.57.217+
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Always for Pleasure1978 • 58 minThis film offers an intimate look at New Orleans' vibrant street celebrations and distinctive cultural blend – including second-line parades, Mardi Gras, and Jazz Fest. It features live music performances by Professor…7.37.4
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Pete!1980 • 59 minDocumentary, Music"Pete!" is a documentary exploring the life of Pete Fountain, the celebrated jazz clarinetist who defined New Orleans' music. Narrated by his friend Phil Harris, the film uses performance footage, interviews, behind-the-scenes…8.0——
Stephen King: A Necessary Evil2020 • 53 minDocumentary, TV MovieStephen King is a highly successful author known for his widely read novels that blend horror, suspense, and fantasy. His consistent ability to create compelling stories and explore universal human emotions has…7.47.0
Gleason2016 • 110 minDocumentaryWhen former New Orleans Saints player Steve Gleason, 34, is diagnosed with ALS and told he has only two to five years to live, his wife Michel reveals she's pregnant with their…8.48.317+
A King Like Me2024 • 90 minThis film follows the members of the Zulu Club, New Orleans' first Black Mardi Gras organization, as they strive to revive their traditional parade for Mardi Gras Day 2022. Their efforts are…10.06.7
Arthur Miller: A Man of His Century2015 • 60 minThis film offers a comprehensive look at Arthur Miller (1915-2005), a significant writer whose work profoundly shaped our understanding of the modern world. Miller's life was deeply intertwined with the defining issues…7.5—
Buckjumping2018 • 80 minBuckjumping is a film that delves into the heart of New Orleans. It examines various communities and how they express themselves through dance, creating a vivid picture of the city's spirit, resilience,…0.06.9
Spend It All1972 • 41 minSpend It All is Les Blank's lively documentary exploring the French-speaking Cajun community of southwest Louisiana. This film, preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2013, celebrates people dedicated to their passions.6.67.3
Mouloud Feraoun2009 • 55 minThis docufiction explores the life of Mouloud Feraoun, an author dedicated to universal human values. Feraoun champions humanity in the face of injustice and is deeply affected by war. A solitary creator,…10.0—
Bayou Maharajah: The Tragic Genius of James Booker2013 • 90 minBayou Maharajah chronicles the life and music of James Booker, the acclaimed New Orleans pianist whom Dr. John called "the best black, gay, one-eyed junkie piano genius New Orleans has ever produced."…7.17.7
The Pulitzer At 1002017 • 90 min"The Pulitzer at 100," a ninety-minute documentary by Oscar and Emmy-winning director Kirk Simon, celebrates the Pulitzer Prize's centennial. The film explores the stories of the artists who have received this prestigious…6.06.814+
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Batman & Bill2017 • 93 minDocumentaryWhile history credits Bob Kane with Batman's creation, the story is more complex. An author dedicates himself to revealing the truth: Bill Finger, a writer facing hardship, was instrumental in developing the…7.17.914+
The Re-Up2012 • 86 minThis film offers a behind-the-scenes and performance perspective on Nicki Minaj's career, encompassing her Pink Friday Tour, festival appearances, and other key moments.0.0—
Katrina Babies2022 • 81 minThis film offers a firsthand look at the immediate and lasting impact of Hurricane Katrina, experienced through the eyes of young people aged 3 to 19 when the levees failed.6.87.3
The Main Stream2002 • 116 minComedian Roy Blount Jr. travels the Mississippi River, presenting a view of the waterway that includes both stunning landscapes and areas marred by industrial pollution.4.06.8
Hexing a Hurricane2006 • 45 minHexing a Hurricane is a 2006 documentary film about the impact of Hurricane Katrina on New Orleans. It was the first Katrina documentary released by someone from New Orleans. Directed by Jeremy…0.0—
The Sons of Tennessee Williams2010 • 75 minNew Orleans is a city where Mardi Gras, drag balls, and politics all intertwine. "The Sons of Tennessee Williams" uses archival footage and current interviews to explore how the gay Mardi Gras…4.86.6
Murda Capital2015 • 71 minMURDA CAPITAL explores the difficult realities of New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. K. Gates, a rapper, entrepreneur, and local, ventures into the city's most dangerous neighborhoods to understand the…0.06.2
Shelter2017 • 70 minCovenant House, a shelter on the edge of New Orleans' French Quarter, is always open to new residents. Every day, teenagers arrive carrying their lives in plastic bags – often labeled as…4.57.2
New Orleans2007 • 120 minFollowing Hurricane Katrina, as the nation discusses New Orleans' future, AMERICAN EXPERIENCE explores the city's history. Located at the Mississippi River's mouth and surrounded by water, New Orleans has historically been a…0.06.4
Fieldwork Footage1928 • 3 minFrom 1927 to 1929, Zora Neale Hurston spent nearly two years studying African American communities along the River Road, from New Orleans to Florida. She was mentored by anthropologist Franz Boas, a…5.76.5
