That was the documentary I kept thinking of while watching Stories We Tell. While I liked Stories We Tell (but respected it more than loved it), Capturing the Friedmans riveted me more while watching it and stayed with me longer after the viewing.
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If all you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail.
You really think this is comparable to Capturing the Friedmans? I haven't seen this yet, but I didn't get the sense this would be nearly as poignant as the friedmans. Have you seen Dear Zachary? I'd compare that to the Friedmans.. that one will stay with you... go, watch it now... no googling or deep messageboarding!
shareIt reminded my of Ross McElwee's documentaries, especially "Bright Leaves".
shareThe big difference is that Stories We Tell doesn't present the truth as elusive as in Capturing the Friedmans. In the former there's no argument about the basic facts, just a variety of perspectives and experiences, while in the latter there's not clear conclusion, even at the end, as to the events themselves.
Listen to the river sing sweet songs
to rock my soul
I was reminded of "Capturing the Friedmans" too!
Anyway, I thought "Stories" was well-edited but really dull. "Friedmans" is MUCH better.
Any time will do, my love
Any time will do, the choicest words will take me back to you...
Agree 100% with your take. Polley should work on a documentary about an interesting subject!
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