Fog of Truth

By: Bart Weiss
  • Summary

  • A podcast about documentaries
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Episodes
  • #Untruth The Psychology of Trumpism with Dan Partland
    Sep 9 2024

    Untruth: The Psychology of Trumpism with Dan Partland

    In this episode of The Fog of Truth, Bart welcomes Dan Partland, the producer and director of Untruth: The Psychology of Trumpism. They discuss Trumpism's psychological underpinnings, its comparison to Partland's previous film Unfit: The Psychology of Donald Trump, and the broader implications of authoritarianism, disinformation, and oligarchy in today's society.

    Introduction

    About the Film 'Untruth: The Psychology of Trumpism'

    Comparison with 'Unfit: The Psychology of Donald Trump'

    The Role of Disinformation and Authoritarianism

    And aside from that sense of the autocracy, there's that sense of misinformation and disinformation...

    Impact of Trump's Disinformation on Supporters

    Doc vs Narrative

    Dan’s experience with Al Masyles

    The Sixties and archival docs

    Storytelling in Documentary

    Moving the culture

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    31 mins
  • Bad Press
    Aug 26 2024
    Fof of Truth: Bad Press and the Fight for Free Press In this episode of 'The Fog of Truth,' we delve into the documentary film 'Bad Press,' which highlights the significance of free press within Native American communities, specifically focusing on the Muscogee Creek Nation. The film’s directors, Rebecca Lansbury Baker and Joe Peeler share their journey of making the documentary and the challenges faced by Indigenous journalists. Introduction to the Episode with clip from the film. Discussion on the Film 'Bad Press Meet the Directors The Importance of Free Press The Making of 'Bad Press" Challenges and Trust Building Economic Implications Fundraising for the Film Editing and Storytelling Global Relevance of the Film Shooting and Editing Dynamics Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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    36 mins
  • The Present and Future of Docs in Theaters
    Jul 8 2024
    The Future of Theatrical Distribution: Challenges and Adaptations In this episode, John Justina and Bart discuss the evolving landscape of theatrical distribution, addressing the recent bankruptcies of Alamo Drafthouse theaters in Dallas and the acquisition of these theaters by Sony. They explore the broader implications for independent films and documentaries, the impact of corporate ownership on cinema culture, and the necessity for filmmakers to create unique, event-driven experiences to attract audiences. They also examine the challenges of promoting films in the digital age and the potential for documentaries to find new avenues for distribution beyond traditional theaters. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:08 The State of Theatrical Distribution 05:58 Challenges for Independent Films and Documentaries 09:12 The Future of Cinematic Experiences 11:08 The Role of Digital and AI in Filmmaking 13:15 The Evolution of Documentary Films 21:37 Case Studies and Real-World Examples 25:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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    27 mins

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