Documentary films

Local, National Heroes Shine in Wounded Warriors Documentary

A National Geographic documentary screening at Menemsha Beach placed American Heroes Saltwater Challenge at center stage.

When Personal Stories Lead the Way

Academy Award winning actor Chris Cooper and his wife, actress and writer Marianne Leone Cooper, have played many roles their lives.

Following the Truth, Wherever It Leads

The film, Say Her Name: The Life and Death of Sandra Bland, will be shown on Thursday, August 2 at the Film Center as part of Documentary Week.

Dream Girl Film Follows Female Entrepreneurs

The Martha’s Vineyard Women’s Association is hosting the documentary Dream Girl at the Performing Arts Center on Monday, July 30.

Shining A Light on the Gay Head Light

When the Gay Head Lighthouse had to be moved, it seemed natural for Liz Witham and Ken Wentworth to make a film about it.

Breaking the Color Barrier in the SEC

Triumph: the Untold Story of Perry Wallace, tells the story of a the first African American to play basketball in the Southeastern conference.

New Documentary Goes Deep with Mister Rogers

Filmmaker Morgan Neville's new documentary explores an unseen side of Fred Rogers, with lots of archival footage of his programs.

Documentary Shows Roots of an Artist's Inspiration

The Agricultural Hall was filled with friends and admirers to watch the film about Allen Whiting called A Painter Who Farms.

New Documentary Gets to the Roots of Heroin in The Trade

Matthew Heineman's new documentary series on Showtime, The Trade, tells the story of the heroin epidemic in America, from the poppy growers in Mexico to addicts in Ohio.

Vineyarders Bring Home Oscar Award

Two Vineyard seasonal residents took home Oscar awards Sunday as co-producers of Icarus, the winner for best feature documentary film.

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