Documentary about the Weird Al-themed (and approved) burlesque troupe in works

Tight & Nerdy is the world's first, and only, burlesque troupe devoted to "Weird Al" Yankovic. Showgals is an upcoming documentary that chronicles their final tour and explores themes of female empowerment, gender inequality, and body positivity.

Tight & Nerdy's "Al-stravaganza" performances are a blend of big personalities, over-the-top costumes, and unforgettable acts set to Weird Al's iconic tunes. — Read the rest

BBC won't broadcast Attenborough episode on destruction of wildlife over fear of right-wing backlash

The Guardian is reporting that one of the episodes of David Attenborough's Wild Isles series will not be broadcast over a feared reaction from the right. The episode, which focuses on the destruction of wildlife in the British Isles, the reasons behind it, and the concept of "rewilding," will only be viewable on the BBC's iPlayer service. — Read the rest

A Filmmaker Documents Coming to Terms with Their Mother

In Ash Goh Hua’s deeply personal film, “The Feeling of Being Close to You,” mother and child address a painful relationship without making accusations.

Elsa Majimbo’s Unfiltered Comedy

In Julia Jansch’s short documentary “Elsa,” the Kenyan comedian opens up about the darker side of becoming a social-media sensation.

Fighting the Louisiana Law That Makes Sex Work a “Crime Against Nature”

In the short documentary “CANS Can’t Stand,” by Matt Nadel and Megan Plotka, activists work to overturn a baldly prejudiced law aimed at L.G.B.T.Q. people.

In “Pamela, A Love Story,” Pamela Anderson proves the importance of receipts

The Netflix doc shows a different side of the “Baywatch” star, and shows she was recording all along

What Groundhog Day Means to Its Home Town

In David P. Zucker’s documentary short “Groundhog Town,” the residents of Punxsutawney reflect on the iconic Phil and the meaning of their February ritual.

A Filmmaker’s Journey to the Heart of War in Ukraine

In “I Did Not Want to Make a War Film,” Nadia Parfan chronicles her decision to return to a homeland under invasion.

A Personal Archive of the Islamic Revolution in “I Am Trying to Remember”

Pegah Ahangarani’s documentary short uses family photos and archival footage to tell the story of a dark moment in modern Iranian history.