Bill Guttentag

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Bill Guttentag

Born October 1, 1958 · Brooklyn, New York, USA (age 67)

Bill Guttentag is an American dramatic and documentary film writer-producer-director. His films have premiered at the Sundance, Cannes, Telluride and Tribeca film festivals, and he has won two Academy Awards. Description above from the Wikipedia article Bill Guttentag, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Known For

When You're StrangeWhen You're Strange · 2010
When You're Strange
7.32010
MovieDocumentaryMusic
The creative chemistry of four brilliant artists —drummer John Densmore, guitarist Robby Kreiger, keyboardist Ray Manzarek and singer Jim Morrison— made The Doors one of America's most iconic and influential rock bands. Using footage shot between their formation in 1965 and Morrison's death in 1971, it follows the band from the corridors of UCLA's film school, where Manzarek and Morrison met, to the stages of sold-out arenas.
Live!Live! · 2007
Live!
5.52007
MovieThrillerDrama
A mockumentary following an ambitious TV network executive trying to produce a controversial reality show where contestants play Russian Roulette.
NankingNanking · 2007
Nanking
7.12007
MovieDocumentaryDrama
The story of the rape of Nanking, one of the most tragic events in history. In 1937, the invading Japanese army murdered over 200,000 and raped tens of thousands of Chinese. In the midst of this horror, a small group of Western expatriates banded together to save 250,000. Nanking shows the tremendous impact individuals can make on the course of history.
Rule BreakersRule Breakers · 2025
Rule Breakers
7.62025
MovieDrama
In a nation where educating girls is seen as rebellion, a visionary woman dares to teach young minds to dream. When their innovation draws global attention, their success sparks hope—and opposition. As threats loom and sacrifices are made, their courage and unity ignite a movement that could forever transform the world.
GroomedGroomed · 2021
Groomed
6.02021
MovieDocumentary
Gwen van de Pas returns to her hometown in search of answers about the man who sexually abused her as a child.
God & Country: The Rise of Christian NationalismGod & Country: The Rise of Christian Nationalism · 2024
God & Country: The Rise of Christian Nationalism
7.42024
MovieDocumentary
Examines the implications of Christian Nationalism, how it distorts not only our constitutional republic, but Christianity itself, and asks the question: What happens when a faith built on love, sacrifice, and forgiveness grows political tentacles, conflating power, money, and belief into hyper-nationalism?
HotshotHotshot · 1987
Hotshot
4.41987
MovieDrama
The story of an American soccer player trying to make it big who turns to Pele, the greatest soccer player of all time, for guidance.
Only the DeadOnly the Dead · 2015
Only the Dead
7.42015
MovieDocumentary
A searing account of war correspondent Michael Ware's seven years reporting in Iraq--an extraordinary journey that takes him into the darkest recesses of the Iraq War and the human soul.

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Soundtrack for a RevolutionSoundtrack for a Revolution · 2009
Soundtrack for a Revolution
6.72009
MovieDocumentary
Tells the story of the American civil rights movement through its powerful music - the freedom songs protesters sang on picket lines, in mass meetings, and in jail cells as they fought for justice and equality. Features new performances of the freedom songs by top artists; archival footage; and interviews with civil rights foot soldiers and leaders. Freedom songs evolved from slave chants, from the labor movement, and especially from the black church. Music enabled blacks to sing words they could not say, and it was crucial in helping the protesters as they faced down brutal aggression with dignity and non-violence. The infectious energy of the songs swept people up and empowered them to fight for their rights. This film celebrates the vitality of this music.

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