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Frederick Wiseman, American Documentary Filmmaker, Dies

Oscar-Winning Filmmaker Frederick Wiseman Dies, Leaving Legacy of American Institutions

Among the world's most admired and influential filmmakers, Wiseman won an honorary Academy Award in 2016 and completed more than 35 documentaries, some several hours long. With subjects ranging from a suburban high school to a horse race track,

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Frederick Wiseman Dies: Prolific Documentary Filmmaker & Honorary Oscar Winner Was 96

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Frederick Wiseman, prolific 'Titicut Follies' documentarian, dies at 96

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Frederick Wiseman, who captured the weirdness and wonder of everyday life, dies at 96

Filmmaker Frederick Wiseman has died.

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Documentary master Frederick Wiseman, whose camera captured life in many sites and situations, dies at 96

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Frederick Wiseman, Oscar-Winning Documentarian, Dies at 96

The 10 best music documentaries on HBO Max: Bob Dylan, Tina Turner, and more

The best music documentaries on HBO Max cover 20th century folk icons like Bob Dylan and Latin jazz legends like the Buena Vista Social Club. Here are 10 films we recommend.

The 10 most thought-provoking war documentaries streaming on HBO Max

Though scripted and featuring actors like Walter Huston as the avatar “Uncle Sam,” the news aspect makes it significant. Multiple versions exist; the 32-minute release cut served audiences who felt the need to see the events up close, and to rally the homefront for the fight ahead.

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A guide to the 2026 True/False Film Festival

The True/False Film Festival is back to take over Columbia, Missouri and showcase some of the most exciting and boundary-pushing nonfiction films from all over the world. The fest will celebrate its 23rd year with films,