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documentary

[dok-yuh-men-tuh-ree, -tree] / ˌdɒk yəˈmɛn tə ri, -tri /


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A new documentary turns the journalist into the story.

From Slate • May 1, 2026

Talankin, 35, a videographer from a small-town Russian school, caused a sensation when he won the Academy Award for best documentary feature alongside US filmmaker David Borenstein in March.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

The documentary chronicled the height of outlaw country, which saw Coe in good company — Townes Van Zandt, Guy Clark, Steve Earle, and the Charlie Daniels Band are also featured.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

In the short documentary, titled Know The Signs.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

“Y’know, Levi is working on a documentary about artists. You should talk to him.”

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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