Michael Epstein

Filmes

John Lennon: His Life, His Legacy, His Last Days
Self
Em 8 dezembro de 1980, o mundo parou quando soube da morte de John Lennon, um ícone da música e ex-membro da banda The Beatles. Atualmente, quase 40 anos depois daquele dia abominável e dias depois do que teria sido seu 80º aniversário, a estreia de "20/20" conta a história da vida de Lennon, seus últimos dias e seu legado contínuo pelos olhos de amigos próximos e colegas, e por imagens raramente vistas, dos arquivos da ABC News.
John e Yoko: Só o Céu como Testemunha
Director
John and Yoko: Above Us Only Sky é um documentário britânico de 2018 dirigido por Michael Epstein. O filme se concentra no romance entre John Lennon e Yoko Ono, além de abordar a história não contada por trás de sua música clássica Imagine e o álbum de mesmo nome.
House Two
Director
In 2005, a group of U.S. Marines killed 24 unarmed Iraqi men, women, and children in a matter of minutes, sparking the largest criminal investigation in Marine Corps history. House Two delves into that investigation and the ensuing court proceedings.
Earth 2050: The Future of Energy
Director
Three stories from filmmakers about the expected change in the future of energy, in the year 2050.
LennoNYC
Director
This documentary takes an intimate look at the time Lennon, Yoko Ono and their son, Sean, spent living in New York City during the 1970s. It features never-before heard studio recordings from the Double Fantasy sessions and never-before-seen outtakes from Lennon in concert and home movies that have only recently been transferred to video. It also features exclusive interviews with Ms. Ono, who cooperated extensively with the production and offers an unprecedented level of access, as well as with artists who worked closely with Lennon during this period, including Elton John and photographer Bob Gruen (who took the iconic photograph of Lennon in front of the skyline wearing a “New York City” T-shirt).
LennoNYC
Writer
This documentary takes an intimate look at the time Lennon, Yoko Ono and their son, Sean, spent living in New York City during the 1970s. It features never-before heard studio recordings from the Double Fantasy sessions and never-before-seen outtakes from Lennon in concert and home movies that have only recently been transferred to video. It also features exclusive interviews with Ms. Ono, who cooperated extensively with the production and offers an unprecedented level of access, as well as with artists who worked closely with Lennon during this period, including Elton John and photographer Bob Gruen (who took the iconic photograph of Lennon in front of the skyline wearing a “New York City” T-shirt).
Benjamin Latrobe: America's First Architect
Director
Benjamin Latrobe: America's First Architect, a one-hour documentary, chronicles the life and work of early American architect Benjamin Latrobe and his lasting design impact on his country.
Grand Central
Writer
On February 1, 1913, more than 150,000 people eagerly rushed to Grand Central Terminal to gaze at New York City's newest landmark. A marvel of engineering, architecture, and vision, the new Beaux Arts structure on 42nd street housed an underground electric train station that would revolutionize the way people traveled and transform midtown Manhattan.
Grand Central
Director
On February 1, 1913, more than 150,000 people eagerly rushed to Grand Central Terminal to gaze at New York City's newest landmark. A marvel of engineering, architecture, and vision, the new Beaux Arts structure on 42nd street housed an underground electric train station that would revolutionize the way people traveled and transform midtown Manhattan.
Final Cut: The Making and Unmaking of Heaven's Gate
Writer
Michael Cimino's "Heaven's Gate" stands as one of the most influential and important films of all time; one that changed the movie industry in ways nobody ever expected. "Final Cut: The Making and Unmaking of Heaven's Gate" is a captivating, cutting, and thorough look at the long production and crushing failure of the epic film that destroyed a great motion picture studio.
Final Cut: The Making and Unmaking of Heaven's Gate
Director
Michael Cimino's "Heaven's Gate" stands as one of the most influential and important films of all time; one that changed the movie industry in ways nobody ever expected. "Final Cut: The Making and Unmaking of Heaven's Gate" is a captivating, cutting, and thorough look at the long production and crushing failure of the epic film that destroyed a great motion picture studio.
Arthur Miller, Elia Kazan and the Blacklist: None Without Sin
Writer
Director Elia Kazan and playwright Arthur Miller were once best friends and professional colleagues, to most that knew them then in both capacities as soul mates. Their politics were similar which was reflected in their work. Kazan was a Communist Party member for a few years in the mid-1930's, but Miller never officially joined the party ranks. Their relationship changed in the early 1950's when Kazan was subpoenaed to testify in front of the House Un-American Activities Committee where he named names of Communist Party members past and present.
Arthur Miller, Elia Kazan and the Blacklist: None Without Sin
Director
Director Elia Kazan and playwright Arthur Miller were once best friends and professional colleagues, to most that knew them then in both capacities as soul mates. Their politics were similar which was reflected in their work. Kazan was a Communist Party member for a few years in the mid-1930's, but Miller never officially joined the party ranks. Their relationship changed in the early 1950's when Kazan was subpoenaed to testify in front of the House Un-American Activities Committee where he named names of Communist Party members past and present.
Rko 281: A Batalha de Cidadão Kane
Story Consultant
Após uma discussão com o magnata da imprensa, William Randolph Hearst, Orson Welles decide fazer um filme sobre o milionário. Mas Hearst usa sua influência para impedir a exibição.
Hitchcock, Selznick and the End of Hollywood
Producer
Paying homage to two of Hollywood's central icons, the film creates an unparalleled portrait of two very different personalities amidst the demise of the studio system.
Hitchcock, Selznick and the End of Hollywood
Writer
Paying homage to two of Hollywood's central icons, the film creates an unparalleled portrait of two very different personalities amidst the demise of the studio system.
Hitchcock, Selznick and the End of Hollywood
Director
Paying homage to two of Hollywood's central icons, the film creates an unparalleled portrait of two very different personalities amidst the demise of the studio system.
The Battle Over Citizen Kane
Producer
The Battle Over Citizen Kane é um documentário de 1996 sobre o conflito entre o magnata dos jornais William Randolph Hearst e o ator/escritor/diretor Orson Welles sobre o filme de 1941 de Citizen, Citizen Kane, que é amplamente considerado como um dos melhores filmes de todos os tempos.
The Battle Over Citizen Kane
Director
The Battle Over Citizen Kane é um documentário de 1996 sobre o conflito entre o magnata dos jornais William Randolph Hearst e o ator/escritor/diretor Orson Welles sobre o filme de 1941 de Citizen, Citizen Kane, que é amplamente considerado como um dos melhores filmes de todos os tempos.
Jan and Dean: One Last Ride
Director
The popular surf music duo known as Jan and Dean perform their classic pop hits with a nostalgic look back at the power of the 1960s.