John Scheinfeld

John Scheinfeld

Total Credits at Criticker: 10 (Director), 10 (Writer)

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    The U.S. vs. John Lennon
    Exploring Vietnam-era struggles that remain relevant today, The U.S. vs. John Lennon tells the true story of the U.S. Government's attempts to silence John Lennon, the beloved musician and iconic advocate for peace. (Lions Gate)
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    Who Is Harry Nilsson (And Why Is Everybody Talkin\
    The documentary explores the enigmatic life and music of Harry Nilsson in an attempt to answer the question, "Who is Harry Nilsson?" The film includes new and archive audio and film including interviews with Robin Williams, Yoko Ono, Van Dyke Parks, Randy Newman, Ray Cooper, the Smothers Brothers, and Micky Dolenz. "Who is Harry Nilsson?" uses promotional films, music videos, and home movies
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    The Unknown Peter Sellers
    A film on the life and death of great comic actor Peter Sellers.
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    Easter Island: Mysteries of a Lost World
    Archaeologist Dr Jago Cooper looks at the latest scientific evidence to re-examine what happened to the civilisation that once thrived on Easter Island. It is famous for the hundreds of statues that have survived in the desolate landscape, and many people believe the inhabitants' overuse of natural resources led to their demise. However, the presenter thinks this is a misreading of events, and the real reasons for the culture's downfall is far more shocking
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    Chasing Trane: The John Coltrane Documentary
    The film explores the global power and impact of the music of John Coltrane and reveals the passions, experiences and forces that shaped his life and revolutionary sounds.
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    No Fighting in the War Room or Dr. Strangelove and the Nuclear Threat
    A documentary about the historical context of 'Dr. Strangelove'
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    Best Sellers: Peter Sellers and Dr. Strangelove
    A short biography on the life of British actor Peter Sellers, often hailed as the greatest comic actor of all time. Included are clips from his early days in British television and rare footage of him performing on the popular radio series "The Goon Show", which began his meteoric rise. Colleagues, fellow actors and several directors who worked with him are interviewed.
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    American Masters
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    Reinventing Elvis: The \
    The film is the authentic, fully authorized and true, behind-the-scenes story of how Elvis' 1968 Comeback Special came to life and helped put the fading star back on the map. (imdb)
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    Chasing Trane
    An account of the life of the brilliant jazz musician John Coltrane (1926-67), a gifted saxophonist, an extraordinarily talented thinker whose original, avant-garde work has impacted and influenced people all over the world. A story about music's ability to entertain, inspire and transform. (themoviedb.org)
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