My list of 40 recommended documentary films may seem long, but it is incomplete. First, I did skew it toward lesser known films, which means it is lacking many highly acclaimed documentaries. Second, I couldn't remember all the films I've seen and enjoyed. A commenter recommended In the Realms of the Unreal, which I have … Continue reading More (Potentially) Fascinating True Stories!
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The stakes are higher in documentaries because the people are real. The stories in documentaries can take surprising turns because reality is not bound by conventional narrative structure. Endings may be abrupt or inconclusive. Of course, just turning a camera on an interesting story does not guarantee an interesting documentary. How the filmmaker chooses to … Continue reading List 8: Fascinating True Stories
I moved to Chicago 5 years ago and have always lived in the 48th Ward. Part of what I like about the neighborhood is the variety of good food nearby. Below is a list of recommended items from 40 of my favorite food places in Edgewater and Andersonville. The locations range from specialty grocery stores … Continue reading List 3: Eating in Edgewater/Andersonville
Kim Z. Dale 