Direction: Fenton Bailey

Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato

Synopsis Every Brilliant Thing (TV) (2016) features Jonny Donahoe in a captivating solo performance, portraying an individual who grew up with a mother struggling with suicidal thoughts. Throughout his life, he creates an extensive list of reasons to live, offering a...

Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato

Cast Deborah Harry · Fran Lebowitz · Brooke Shields

Synopsis Mapplethorpe: Look At The Pictures (2016) delves into the intricate life and extensive body of work of the esteemed and often debated photographer, Robert Mapplethorpe. This documentary offers a comprehensive exploration of his artistic journey, highlighting both his celebrated contributions...

Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato

Cast Carrie Fisher

Synopsis Wishful Drinking (TV) (2010) presents Carrie Fisher's candid and humorous exploration of her life, from her glamorous yet troubled Hollywood beginnings to her struggles with alcohol addiction. Fisher, best known for her iconic role as Princess Leia in the Star...

Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato

Cast John Waters · Larry Flynt · Erica Jong · Ruth Westheimer

Synopsis Inside Deep Throat (2005) delves into the enduring cultural significance sparked by the release of "Deep Throat," a sexually explicit movie that premiered in a midtown Manhattan adult theater in June 1972. The film swiftly became the center of an...

Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato

Cast Hamish Bowles · Grace Coddington · Carlyne Cerf de Dudzeele · Alber Elbaz

Synopsis In Vogue: The Editor's Eye (TV) (2012) offers an exclusive glimpse into the creative minds behind the most iconic fashion images of our time. This documentary delves into the visionary work of renowned fashion editors who have shaped the aesthetic...

Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato

Cast Jeffrey Patrick Olson · Ashley Arnold · Melissa M. Gibson · James Evans

Synopsis When I Knew (TV) (2008) presents a compelling and emotional journey through the lives of diverse individuals who recall the precise moment they realized their sexual orientation. This documentary, directed by Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato, explores the stories of...

Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato

Cast Ronan Farrow

Synopsis Catch and Kill: The Podcast Tapes (TV Miniseries) (2021) is a six-episode series that delves into the compelling and candid conversations conducted by Ronan Farrow. These interviews feature a diverse range of individuals, including whistleblowers, journalists, private investigators, and other...

Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato

Cast Michael Alig

Synopsis Party Monster (1998) is a 1998 documentary that delves into the emergence of the club kid culture in New York City, focusing on the life of club kid and party promoter Michael Alig. The film explores Alig's involvement in the...

Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato

Cast Macaulay Culkin · Seth Green · Manny Perez · Chloë Sevigny

Synopsis Party Monster (2003) unfolds in the vibrant New York club scene of the late 1980s through the 1990s, focusing on the meteoric rise and subsequent downfall of Michael Alig, a charismatic club-kid promoter. Alig, originally from Indiana, became an underground...

Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato

Cast Nico Tortorella · Courtney Love · Benito Martinez · Myko Olivier

Synopsis Menendez: Blood Brothers (TV) (2017) delves into the complex emotions and driving forces that led to the tragic deaths of entertainment mogul Jose Menendez and his wife Kitty, who were fatally shot by their own sons, Lyle and Erik, in...

Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato

Cast Britney Spears · Adam Leber · Larry Rudolph · Baz Halpin

Synopsis I Am Britney Jean (TV) (2013) offers an exclusive glimpse into the life of a celebrity who, despite her extensive public presence, remains largely enigmatic. The documentary follows her as she navigates one of her most demanding periods, balancing the...

Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato

Synopsis Small Town News: KPVM Pahrump (TV Miniseries) (2021) offers an intimate look into the daily operations and personalities of a locally owned television station situated in the isolated desert community of Pahrump, Nevada. The series shines a spotlight on the...

Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato

Cast Monica Lewinsky · Bill Clinton · Pat Kilbane

Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato

Cast Cher · Chaz Bono · Jimm Giannini · Jennifer Elia

Synopsis Becoming Chaz (2011) is an intimate documentary that chronicles the personal journey of Chaz Bono, formerly known as Chastity Bono, as he navigates his gender transition. The film provides an in-depth look into Chaz's life, featuring candid interviews with his...

Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato

Cast Carl Levin · Robert Gates · Mike Mullen · John McCain

Synopsis The Strange History of Don't Ask, Don't Tell (2011) delves into the intricate and contentious journey of the 1993 U.S. policy known as "Don't Ask, Don't Tell." This documentary explores how the policy, which mandated that military personnel could not...

Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato

Synopsis 101 Rent Boys (2000) is filmed on-site in various motel rooms along the Santa Monica Boulevard, showcasing 101 distinct hustlers. While the documentary includes 101 individuals, it concentrates on the lives and relationships of several key figures. These men were...

Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato

Synopsis Liberty: Mother of Exiles (2019) delves into the iconic statue that stands as the most photographed monument globally, exploring its profound significance as a symbol of freedom, hope, and protest for people worldwide. This documentary sheds new light on one...

Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato

Cast Heidi Fleiss · Anthony Brooklier · Larry King · Tom Sizemore

Synopsis Heidi Fleiss: The Would-Be Madam of Crystal (TV) (2008) delves into the ambitious project of former Hollywood madam Heidi Fleiss, focusing on her newest endeavor, a Nevada-based male brothel named Heidi's Stud Farm. This documentary explores the establishment and operations...

Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato · Gabriel Rotello

Cast Marlene Sanders · Adolf Hitler · Lothar Machtan · Michael Bronski

Synopsis The Hidden Führer: Debating the Enigma of Hitler's Sexuality (2004) delves into the controversial theory presented by German historian Lothar Machtan, who suggested in his book that Adolf Hitler might have been homosexual. The documentary meticulously follows Machtan's investigative journey,...

Direction Andrew Ahn · Fatih Akin · Gregg Araki · Karim Aïnouz

Cast Arthur Alfaia · Jackie Boyce · Amy Davis · Drew Droege

Synopsis 30/30 Vision: 3 Decades of Strand Releasing (2019) is a commemorative anthology film that marks the 30th anniversary of the renowned independent film distributor, Strand Releasing. This cinematic tribute showcases a collection of short films, each offering a unique perspective...