Japanese traditions and culture are viewed through two different lenses in separate films premiering at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival.

Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady’s Folktales is an immersive, patient documentary that reminds us all of how important it is to know oneself in an increasingly technology-dependent society.

A collection of reviews from the 31st edition of the Slamdance Film Festival for American Theater and Coroner to the Stars.

Daniel Straub and Rosanna Xia’s investigative documentary paints a severe portrait of fragile ecosystems unnecessarily pushed into harm’s way by negligence.

Daniel Roher and Edmund Stenson’s documentary on a congenital condition that takes a family across the world is a heartwarming and slight experience.

A collection of reviews from the 43rd edition of the Vancouver International Film Festival for Ari's Theme, The Chef & The Daruma, and Inay (Mama).

Øystein Mamen’s feature directorial debut is a challenging, meditative look at attempting to reckon with unforgivable actions.

Madeleine Gavin’s latest documentary is a vital reminder of North Korea’s oppressive systems of power operating unchecked.