VarietyJun 7, 2024

Alex Gibney and Sebastian Junger Weigh in on Doc World Controversy About Death of Afghan Man That Appeared in NatGeo’s ‘Retrograde’
#Variety #Features #News #AlexGibney #DocumentariestoWatch #MatthewHeineman #Retrograde

https://variety.com/2024/film/news/retrograde-death-documentary-afghanistan-controversy-safety-precautions-1236023906/

Alex Gibney, Sebastian Junger Weigh in on Controversy About Retrograde

Leading documentary filmmakers discuss the controversy about the death of a man that appeared in Retrograde -- and possible ongoing fallout from it

Variety
DeadlineDec 12, 2023

‘American Symphony’ Starts With Jon Batiste At The Grammys, And Could End At The Oscars
#Documentary #AmericanSymphony #JonBatiste #MatthewHeineman #MichelleObama #Netflix #SuleikaJaouad

https://deadline.com/2023/12/american-symphony-jon-batiste-suleika-jaouad-documentary-director-matthew-heineman-interview-1235665381/

Jon Batiste, Suleika Jaouad Share Highs, Lows In 'American Symphony'

There are times when one’s world unexpectedly shifts off its axis, and everyone involved must scramble and find a new center of gravity. November 10, 2021 was such a day for Jon Batiste and his lif…

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DeadlineDec 9, 2023

Michelle Obama Steps Out In Support Of ‘American Symphony,’ Award-Winning Documentary About Musician Jon Batiste And Wife Suleika Jaouad
#Documentary #AmericanSymphony #JonBatiste #MatthewHeineman #MichelleObama #Netflix #SuleikaJaouad

https://deadline.com/2023/12/michelle-obama-american-symphony-new-orleans-premiere-musician-jon-batiste-documentary-1235659771/

Michelle Obama Salutes Jon Batiste & Wife At 'American Symphony' Event

Michelle Obama is giving a boost to American Symphony, the Oscar-contending documentary about musician Jon Batiste and his wife, musician Suleika Jaouad. The former first lady introduced the Matthe…

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The Hollywood ReporterDec 8, 2023

Michelle Obama Makes Surprise Appearance at ‘American Symphony’ Premiere in New Orleans
#MovieNews #Movies #AmericanSymphony #Awards #JonBatiste #MatthewHeineman #MichelleObama

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/michelle-obama-makes-surprise-appearance-at-american-symphony-premiere-in-new-orleans-1235715733/

Michelle Obama Makes Surprise Appearance at 'American Symphony' Premiere in New Orleans

The former first lady and her husband, former president Barack Obama, are executive producers of Matthew Heineman's film about musician Jon Batiste and his wife Suleika Jaouad.

The Hollywood Reporter
DeadlineNov 2, 2023

“Origin” And “American Symphony” Win Top Awards At Virginia Film Festival
#BreakingNews #Film #News #AmericanSymphony #AvaDuVernay #MatthewHeineman #Origin #VirginiaFilmFestival

https://deadline.com/2023/11/virginia-film-festival-origin-ava-duvernay-1235590721/

"Origin" And "American Symphony" Win Top Awards At Virginia Film Festival

Ava Duvernay’s Origin and Matthew Heineman’s American Symphony were among the top winners at the Virginia Film Festival, the four-day Charlottesville event that ran from Oct. 25-29. Ori…

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DeadlineOct 21, 2023

Hamptons Doc Fest Announces Program, Reveals Tributes To Matthew Heineman And Nancy Buirksi
#BreakingNews #Documentary #Festivals #HamptonsDocFest #MatthewHeineman #NancyBuirski

https://deadline.com/2023/10/matthew-heineman-nancy-buirksi-hampton-doc-fest-awards-1235579679/

Matthew Heineman, Nancy Buirski To Be Honored By Hamptons Doc Fest

Oscar-nominated director Matthew Heineman and late filmmaker Nancy Buirski will be honored at the Hamptons Doc Fest in New York next month. Heineman, whose latest film, American Symphony, premiered…

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The Hollywood ReporterSep 18, 2023

Jon Batiste Doc ‘American Symphony’ Acquired by Netflix; Oscar Run Set for This Season (Exclusive)
#MovieNews #Movies #BarackObama #HigherGround #JonBatiste #MatthewHeineman #MichelleObama #Netflix

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/jon-batiste-doc-american-symphony-netflix-obamas-oscars-1235592500/

Jon Batiste Doc 'American Symphony' Acquired by Netflix; Obamas to EP

Oscar nominee Matthew Heineman's latest project, a hit at the Telluride Film Festival, follows the celebrated musician as he experiences his greatest professional success at the same time that his wife faces her greatest personal challenge.

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IndieWireSep 4, 2023

‘American Symphony’ Review: Jon Batiste Tries to Break Open Classical Canon (and More) in Music Doc
#IndieWire #Criticism #Movies #AmericanSymphony #Film #MatthewHeineman #Reviews #Telluride

https://www.indiewire.com/criticism/movies/american-symphony-review-jon-batiste-music-doc-1234902233/

‘American Symphony’ Review: Jon Batiste Gets His Own Music Doc

Telluride: Filmmaker Matthew Heineman captures the musician in a chaotic year — with mixed results.

IndieWire
VarietySep 1, 2023

Jon Batiste Leads Street Band Following Telluride Screening of ‘American Symphony’ — Can He Lead a Documentary to Best Picture?
#Variety #Awards #AmericanSymphony #JonBatiste #MatthewHeineman #TellurideFilmFestival

https://variety.com/2023/film/awards/jon-batiste-american-symphony-documentary-best-picture-1235711305/

Could Jon Batiste Bring Documentary American Symphony Best Picture?

How much longer will the Oscars wait? That is, wait to embrace the quality and sheer brilliance of documentary filmmaking in a significant way, meaning nominating one in the best picture category? …

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The Hollywood ReporterSep 1, 2023

‘American Symphony’ Review: Matthew Heineman’s Doc Is a Moving, Music-Filled Love Story
#MovieReviews #Movies #AmericanSymphony #JonBatiste #MatthewHeineman #Telluride2023 #TellurideFilmFestival

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-reviews/american-symphony-review-matthew-heineman-1235579210/

'American Symphony' Review: Matthew Heineman's Moving Doc

The documentarian's latest follows musician Jon Batiste and his life partner, Suleika Jaouad, through a year of professional highs and personal lows.

The Hollywood Reporter