Yuriko Gamo Romer & Masanori “Mashi” Murakami on Diamond Diplomacy
Director Yuriko Gamo Romer and baseball legend Masanori “Mashi” Murakami join Austin Belzer for a fascinating conversation about Diamond Diplomacy, a documentary exploring how baseball became a cultural bridge between Japan and the United States. Blending sports history and diplomacy, the film reveals how one game united two nations on and off the field.
Interview: Sarah Schoellkopf on Norita and the Power of Activism
Producer Sarah Schoellkopf joins Austin Belzer for a heartfelt conversation about Norita, the award-winning documentary honoring Nora “Norita” Cortiñas and the Mothers of Plaza de Mayo. Through archives, animation, and activism, the film captures the fight for justice and memory across generations.
SXSW 2025 | Tiger Review
Tiger is a beautifully crafted short documentary about resilience, artistry, and legacy.
Read my SXSW 2025 review here!
SXSW 2025 | Annie St-Pierre Reveals the Philosophy Behind Your Higher Self
I recently sat down with Your Higher Self director Annie St-Pierre during SXSW 2025.
Check it out here.
SXSW 2025 | A Conversation with The Tallest Dwarf Director Julie Wyman
I recently sat down with The Tallest Dwarf’s director, Julie Wyman, before the doc’s premiere at SXSW 2025.
Watch or listen to the interview here!
Slamdance 2025 | A Conversation with The Big Johnson Director Lola Rock'N'Rolla
I recently sat down with director Lola Rock'N'Rolla to talk about her film, The Big Johnson.
Watch or listen to the interview here!
Slamdance 2025 | A Conversation with The Hole Story Director Elijah Sullivan
I recently sat down with director Elijah Sullivan to talk about his film, The Hole Story.
Watch or listen to the interview here!
Slamdance 2025 | Fist Bump Review
Madeleine Farley’s newest documentary ultimately fails its subject.
Read my Slamdance 2025 review of Fist Bump here.
Slamdance 2025 | A Conversation with Fist Bump Director Madeleine Farley
I recently sat down with director Madeleine Farley to talk about her film, Fist Bump.
Watch or listen to the interview here!
Food Inc. 2 Review
Remember Food Inc.? Food Inc. 2 is here! Join me as I revisit the American food system & see if it's gotten better (or worse)!
Slamdance 2024: Interview with Giorgi Kvelidze, Director of On the Way Home
Before its premiere at Slamdance 2024, I sat down with the director of the film On the Way Home, Giorgi Kvelidze.
Against All Enemies Added to the Tribeca 2023 Feature Film Lineup
Over a week ago, Tribeca Festival announced the addition of Against All Enemies to the Tribeca 2023 film lineup.
Read the details below.
Tribeca Festival Announces 2023 Opening, Closing, and Centerpiece Films
Earlier today, Tribeca announced this year's lineup of Gala events.
Read the full lineup below.
Tribeca Festival Announces the 2023 Short Film Lineup
Yesterday, Tribeca Festival announced the 2023 short film lineup.
Read the full lineup below.
Tribeca Festival Announces the 2023 TV and NOW Lineups
Earlier this week, Tribeca Festival announced the 2023 TV & NOW lineups.
Read the full lineup below.
Tribeca Festival Announces the 2023 Feature Film Lineup
Earlier this week, Tribeca Festival announced the 2023 feature film lineup.
Read the full lineup below.
Attack of the Doc! Interview with Chris Gore
Prior to Attack of the Doc!’s premiere this Friday, I sat down with writer, director, producer, and the former host of DVDuesday, Chris Gore.
Watch the interview here!
The First Step Interview with Brandon & Lance Kramer
Many weeks ago, before The First Step hit theaters, I got to talk to Brandon & Lance Kramer about bridge building, The First Step Act, the 2016 election, and more!
Slamdance 2023 | Downwind Interview with Co-Director Mark Shapiro
Prior to Downwind’s world premiere at Slamdance 2023, I sat down with the co-director Mark Shapiro.
If These Walls Could Sing Review - Mary McCartney Celebrates Her Childhood in this Definitive Look at Abbey Road Studios
Mary McCartney’s first feature film is a touching reminiscence on her childhood as the daughter of one of The Beatles, Paul McCartney, as well as the definitive documentary on Abbey Road Studios, and the people who made it into the legendary name it is today.

