Reviews of the Oscar-shortlisted short docs Hunger Ward, Colette, A Concerto Is a Conversation, Hysterical Girl, and Abortion Helpline, This Is Lisa.
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Max Lewkowicz’s documentary Fiddler: Miracle of Miracles assess the longevity of Fiddler on the Roof as it become more relevant than ever in Trump’s America.
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