Re: What Documentaries Influenced You Most and Why?

This is great! I can't tell you how many bad docs I've purchased since I study them incessantly, and many can't be rented easily.

Now I've got a list going that sounds really worthwhile. Aside from that I find it really fascinating in what ways certain films appeal to people. I would never have guessed about hearing about an animal segment on Sesame Street.. but it's all valid if it's sincere.

I know I'm going to blow my DVD budget again for the next several months off this list. Thanks all.. and if you haven't posted, please do.

Another really interesting one off the material was
"Cinema Verite: Defining the Moment"

http://www.sensesofcinema.com/contents/00/11/verite.html

I think this is only available in PAL format, but you can find if for sale on ebay every so often. The doc is well made, but the subject matter is what really hits for me.. it's all interviews with filmmakers about the history of (the title). Well worth the watch if you can find it.

Thanks!

Brian