Direction: Lucy Walker

Direction Lucy Walker

Synopsis The Crash Reel (2013) chronicles the intense competition and deep bond between snowboarding icons Shaun White and Kevin Pearce, who grew up together and rose to become the top two athletes in the world. The documentary captures their journey over...

Direction Lucy Walker

Cast Vik Muniz

Synopsis Waste Land (2010) is an inspiring documentary that showcases the profound impact of art and the resilience of the human spirit. Renowned contemporary artist Vik Muniz embarks on a deeply moving expedition from Jardim Gramacho, the world's largest landfill located...

Direction Alison Ellwood · Lucy Walker

Synopsis How to Change Your Mind (TV Series) (2022) delves into the profound lessons that psychedelics impart on individuals, offering insights into the nature of consciousness, the process of dying, struggles with addiction, the depths of depression, and the pursuit of...

Direction Lucy Walker

Synopsis The Tsunami and the Cherry Blossom (2011) follows the inspiring journey of survivors in the regions most severely affected by Japan's devastating tsunami. As the cherry blossom season commences, these resilient individuals discover the strength to revive their communities and...

Direction Lucy Walker

Cast Lhakpa Sherpa · Nima Sherpa · Sunny Dijmarescu · Shiny Dijmarescu

Synopsis Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa (2023) delves into the extraordinary life of Lhakpa Sherpa, a woman who balances the responsibilities of being a single mother and a dishwasher with her extraordinary passion for mountain climbing. The documentary chronicles...

Direction Lucy Walker

Synopsis Blindsight (2006) chronicles the thrilling expedition of six Tibetan adolescents as they embark on a perilous trek to ascend a mountain near the formidable Everest. This arduous journey takes an extraordinary turn when it is revealed that the teenagers are...

Direction Lucy Walker

Synopsis Countdown to Zero (2010) is a gripping documentary from Participant Media and producer Lawrence Bender, who previously collaborated on the Academy Award® winning "An Inconvenient Truth." Directed and written by Lucy Walker, the film delves into the escalating global nuclear...

Direction Lucy Walker

Cast Seth Gabel · Moet Hashimoto · Bryce Dallas Howard · Marianna Palka

Synopsis The Lion's Mouth Opens (S) (2014) delves into the life of young actress Marianna Palka as she bravely faces the potential onset of Huntington's Disease. This documentary provides an intimate look at her journey, exploring the emotional and physical challenges...

Direction Lucy Walker

Synopsis Devil's Playground (2002) follows the journey of Amish teenagers as they navigate and immerse themselves in the contemporary world. This period serves as a crucial rite of passage, allowing them to explore and understand the outside world before making a...

Direction Jonathan Demme · Jyllian Gunther · Ryan Miller · Jed Rothstein

Cast Alan Cumming · Brett Gelman · Marina Abramovic · Ariel Levy

Synopsis The New Yorker Presents (TV Series) (2015) brings the renowned content of America's most celebrated magazine to the screen in this innovative docu-series. Helmed by Oscar and Emmy winner Alex Gibney, the inaugural episode showcases a documentary by Oscar winner...

Direction Lucy Walker

Cast Manuel 'Guajiro' Mirabal · Guajirito Mirabal

Synopsis Buena Vista Social Club: Adios (2017) takes viewers on a nostalgic journey, reuniting with the surviving original members of the iconic Cuban music ensemble. The documentary delves into their profound impact on Cuba's rich, yet often overlooked, musical heritage. Through...

Direction Lucy Walker

Synopsis Bring Your Own Brigade (2021) delves into the concealed narratives of our environment's fire history, offering a close-up look at the challenges faced by firefighters and local communities as they navigate through perilous wildfires. The documentary explores the personal accounts...