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Oscar Nominations 2023: Three Tales from the Past and the Heart
In this special edition of Factual America, Matthew Sherwood meets the people behind three of the five nominations for Best Documentary Short Film at the 2023 Oscars: The Martha Mitchell Effect, How Do You Measure a Year? and Stranger at the Gate. The films bring the past into the present, stripping away lies, showing the evolution of a relationship, and startling acts of love. They show humanity at its worst, and best.
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck
Don’t be fooled. The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fck is not about not caring at all. The film takes the form of an extended interview with Mark Manson, author of the book on which The Subtle Art is based. Using the example of his own life, he talks candidly about the many mistakes he has made, and what he had to do to solve his problems; namely, give a f*ck, just about the right things, and the right people.
Moonage Daydream: David Bowie’s Impressionistic Life
Moonage Daydream is not just a film but a whole cinematic experience. It is a montage of memories conveyed through archival images and sounds that tell the story of David Bowie’s richly lived life. Working with the approval of Bowie’s estate, director Brett Morgen spent nearly seven years crafting, honing, and finally perfecting the film, which has been lauded across the world. It is a fitting tribute to one of music’s brightest stars.
Dog Days: The Truth Behind Gunther’s Millions
Gunther is a multi-millionaire. He owns mansions and yachts. Beautiful women surround him. He has everything – everything a dog could want. That’s right, Gunther is a German Shepherd, and Gunther’s Millions tells the true story of his stranger-than-fiction life. It is a four part docu-series that is both bizarre and, dare we say it, barking.