Gareth’s Picks

The Ambassador (2011)

Danish documentarian Mads Brügger brings his unique skills by casting himself as an ambassador trying to buy his way across the Democratic Republic of Congo and revealing the deep corruption in international politics.

Available to stream for free on Kanopy

The Reason I Jump (2020)

Thought-provoking and empathy building adaptation of the memoir by a Japanese boy with autism.  The film does a marvelous job of putting us into his world.

Available to stream on Netflix

Craig’s Picks

Dig! (2004)

Want to see what it was like for bands in the 90s? The rise and fall/stall of two bands (The Dandy Warhols and the Brian Jonestown Massacre). Great music doc by Ondi Timoner (Jason and I had a chance to interview her recently). 20th anniversary coming up next year with additional footage added. Check out the original now!

Available on most streaming platforms

The Elephant 6 Recording Co (2023)

Neutral Milk Hotel, Olivia Tremor Control, The Apples in Stereo and many other artists tell the story. If you aren’t already a fan you will be after seeing this one.

If you missed this love letter to the E6 scene by director Chad Stockfleth at the Sidewalk Festival this year, you can catch it streaming at Apple TV for $9.99 starting Sept 1.