Direction: D.A. Pennebaker
The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by D.A. Pennebaker. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.
Titles found: 19
Jimi Plays Monterey
1986 · Documentary · 50 min. · United States
Direction Chris Hegedus · D.A. Pennebaker
Cast Jimi Hendrix
Synopsis Jimi Plays Monterey (1986) is a thrilling documentary that takes viewers on a high-energy journey through the iconic Monterey Pop Festival of 1967. This film, crafted from the unused footage of D.A. Pennebaker's original documentary, captures the essence of the...
7.7
103 votes
7.7
103 votes
The War Room
1993 · Documentary · 96 min. · United States
Direction Chris Hegedus · D.A. Pennebaker
Synopsis The War Room (1993) offers an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the intense and strategic world of political campaigning, centering around the high-stakes 1992 presidential race. The film delves into the dynamic duo of political strategists, James Carville and George Stephanopoulos,...
7.0
76 votes
7.0
76 votes
Daybreak Express (S)
1953 · Documentary · 5 min. · United States
Direction D.A. Pennebaker
Synopsis Daybreak Express (S) (1953) is a five-minute short film that showcases the soon-to-be-demolished Third Avenue elevated subway station in New York City. The film is set to a classic Duke Ellington recording of the same name and is notable for...
6.9
426 votes
6.9
426 votes
Kings of Pastry
2009 · Documentary · 87 min. · United States
Direction Chris Hegedus · D.A. Pennebaker
Cast Jacquy Pfeiffer · Sebastien Canonne · Philippe Rigollot · Regis Lazard
Synopsis Kings of Pastry (2009) delves into the intense world of France's most prestigious culinary competition, the Meilleur Ouvrier de France, where the coveted collar is more than just an accolade—it's a lifelong aspiration and fixation. The three-day contest encompasses a...
6.6
23 votes
6.6
23 votes
ONE P.M. (One Parallel Movie)
1971 · Documentary · 78 min. · United States
Direction Jean-Luc Godard · D.A. Pennebaker
Cast Marty Balin · Amiri Baraka · Carol Bellamy · Eldridge Cleaver
6.3
66 votes
6.3
66 votes
Brussels Loops
1957 · Documentary · 59 min. · United States
Direction Shirley Clarke · Wheaton Galentine · Richard Leacock · D.A. Pennebaker
Synopsis Brussels Loops (1957) is a compilation of brief cinematic pieces originally created for the American Pavilion at the 1958 Brussels World Fair. Some of these films are solely credited to Clarke, while others are attributed to renowned documentarian D.A. Pennebaker,...
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Woodstock Diary (TV)
1994 · Documentary · 174 min. · United States
Direction Chris Hegedus · Erez Laufer · D.A. Pennebaker
Cast Janis Joplin · Jimi Hendrix · Joe Cocker · Joan Baez
Synopsis Woodstock Diary (TV) (1994) was initially aired on American television in August 1994, commemorating the 25th anniversary of the iconic music festival.
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Lambert, Hendricks & Co. (S)
1964 · Documentary · 14 min. · United States
Direction D.A. Pennebaker · Richard Leacock
Synopsis Lambert, Hendricks & Co. (S) (1964) captures the dynamic energy of a group of talented vocalists uniting for an intense and creative recording session. The documentary offers an intimate look into the collaborative process as these artists come together to...
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The Living Camera: Mooney vs. Fowle (TV)
1962 · Documentary · 53 min. · United States
Direction Claude Fournier · Richard Leacock · James Lipscomb · Abbot Mills
Synopsis The Living Camera: Mooney vs. Fowle (TV) (1962) delves into the intense rivalry between two high school football coaches as they prepare for and compete in a pivotal championship game held at the iconic Orange Bowl in Miami. The documentary...
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Town Bloody Hall
1979 · Documentary · 85 min. · United States
Direction Chris Hegedus · D.A. Pennebaker
Cast Norman Mailer · Germaine Greer · Diana Trilling · Jacqueline Ceballos
Synopsis Town Bloody Hall (1979) captures a heated and thought-provoking panel discussion from April 30, 1971, held at The Town Hall in New York City. The event featured a lineup of prominent feminist advocates, including Jacqueline Ceballos, Germaine Greer, Jill Johnston,...
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65 Revisited
2007 · Documentary · 65 min. · United States
Direction D.A. Pennebaker
Cast Joan Baez · Bob Dylan · Allen Ginsberg · Albert Grossman
Synopsis 65 Revisited (2007) presents a treasure trove of seldom-seen footage and performances, offering a fresh perspective on D.A. Pennebaker's iconic 1965 documentary "Don't Look Back." This film delves into the behind-the-scenes moments and additional performances that were not included in...
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Jingle Bells (S)
1964 · Documentary · 16 min. · United States
Direction D.A. Pennebaker
Cast Robert F. Kennedy · Sammy Davis Jr.
Synopsis Jingle Bells (S) (1964) offers an intimate look into the life of Robert F. Kennedy during the festive season of 1964. Directed by the renowned documentary filmmaker D.A. Pennebaker, the film captures Kennedy, his family, and the iconic entertainer Sammy...
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Down from the Mountain
2000 · Documentary · 98 min. · United States
Direction Nick Doob · Chris Hegedus · D.A. Pennebaker
Synopsis Down from the Mountain (2000) delves into the world of the musical talents who brought the soundtrack of the Coen Brothers' film "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" to life. The documentary explores the unique blend of traditional and contemporary music...
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Adventures on the New Frontier
1961 · Documentary · 52 min. · United States
Direction Richard Leacock · Albert Maysles · D.A. Pennebaker · Kenneth Stilson
Synopsis Adventures on the New Frontier (1961) offers an intimate glimpse into the early days of U.S. President John F. Kennedy's administration, highlighting the routine activities and political challenges he encountered just six weeks into his presidency. The documentary provides a...
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Original Cast Album: Company
1970 · Documentary · 50 min. · United States
Direction D.A. Pennebaker
Cast John Cunningham · Barbara Barrie · Charles Braswell · Susan Browning
Synopsis Original Cast Album: Company (1970) captures the behind-the-scenes magic of the recording session for Stephen Sondheim's groundbreaking musical "Company," which debuted on Broadway in the spring of 1970. The documentary, directed by the renowned filmmaker D.A. Pennebaker, offers an intimate...
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Unlocking the Cage
2016 · Documentary · 91 min. · United States
Direction Chris Hegedus · D.A. Pennebaker
Synopsis Unlocking the Cage (2016) chronicles the journey of animal rights attorney Steven Wise as he undertakes an unparalleled legal endeavor to dismantle the legal barrier that distinguishes animals from humans. The documentary highlights Wise's groundbreaking efforts to file the first-ever...
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Two American Audiences: La Chinoise - A Film in the Making
1968 · Documentary · 40 min. · United States
Direction Richard Leacock · D.A. Pennebaker
Cast Jean-Luc Godard · Richard Leacock · D.A. Pennebaker
Synopsis Two American Audiences: La Chinoise - A Film in the Making (1968) follows the renowned French filmmaker Jean-Luc Godard as he engages in a thought-provoking dialogue with graduate students at New York University. The documentary captures Godard's exploration of his...
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Opening in Moscow
1959 · Documentary · 45 min. · United States
Direction Shirley Clarke · D.A. Pennebaker · Albert Maysles
Cast George R. Nelson · Edward Steichen
Synopsis Opening in Moscow (1959) presents a compelling chronicle of the 1959 American Exhibition in Moscow, offering a unique glimpse into the cultural exchange between the United States and the Soviet Union during the Cold War era. The film captures the...
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Direction Chris Hegedus · D.A. Pennebaker
Cast Isaac Hayes · Sam Moore · Ann Peebles · Wilson Pickett
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