Three Dudes and a Doc Podcast

The 2nd doc we've watched from director Steve James (Hoop Dreams), this one about a group of individuals trying to stop inner city violence in Chicago.

A doc listed in Roger Eberts greatest movies of all time list has a lot of hype to live up to. Does Gates of Heaven do it for the Dudes or should it be buried with all the lost pets?

There is simply nothing better than listening to the dulcet tones of Morgan Freeman while watching 4' flightless birds waddle around. The Dudes discuss this Oscar winning doc...and well can you actually fill an hour talking about Penguins so there may be some tangents.

What's the hottest place in music you've definitely never heard of? Well atleast for some of us on the podcast that place is Muscle Shoals! Tyler finds his Utopia of musical recording studios and Mitch is disappointed they didn't talk about the cocaine.

If you've ever dreamed about walking into a thrift store or a yard sale or anything like that and finding a priceless piece of art or book or whatever then you need to watch this documentary and live your dream through the incredible Teri Horton.

We all know American Idol, The Voice, Americas Got Talent but what does one of these shows look like in a war torn country like Afghanistan. Havana Markings doc looks at exactly that.

If you were ever curious about how your favourite movies get the parental rating they do then this is a documentary to watch. Director Kirby Dick investigates the MPAA and why they give movies the ratings they do.

This week the dudes watched the rotoscopic animated documentary about the August 1, 1966 mass shooting at the University of Texas - Austin. A heartfelt and gripping doc retelling the story of the heroes, victims and witnesses to the tragic events.

This ones for all the Capitalist Pigs out there....kidding....well this one was....a doc...not a good one but it was a doc. If you hate capitalism, love anarchy and just wanna stick it to the man follow us along on this journey.

In this episode of the Three Dudes and a Doc podcast, hosts Tyler, Christian, and Mitch discuss the documentary film "The Square." The film, directed by Jehane Noujaim, follows a group of Egyptian activists involved in the 2011 revolution that led to the overthrow of President Hosni Mubarak. The hosts discuss the emotional impact of the film, as well as its impressive cinematography that...

Even as Canadians we loved taking the opportunity to learn a little about the woman they call The Notorious RBG. The Dudes took in this Oscar Nominated documentary to learn about the late Supreme Court Justice and all she accomplished throughout her exemplary life. Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/ThreeDudesPod Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/threedudespod/

This episode will go where no other episode has gone before!! Well no not really but we did watch Trekkies, the 1997 doc directed by Roger Nygard about the cultural phenomenon that is Star Trek fandom.

Born into Brothels is about children in Calcutta, India born to prostitutes in the Red Light District. Directed by Zana Briski and Ross Kauffman and won an Oscar for best documentary feature. Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/ThreeDudesPod Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/threedudespod/

What is it like living between the deaf and hearing worlds? Sound and Fury describes two families struggles with just that, do you preserve deaf culture or give a child every possible chance to succeed? The Dudes also talk to a good friend Chelsea about her own experiences with a child who has Cochlear implants. Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/ThreeDudesPod Follow us on Instagram - http...

From the brilliant director that brought us blockbuster successes like Waynes World, Black Sheep, The Little Rascals and The Beverly Hillbillies comes a documentary about the world of early hardcore Punk Rock.  Whether you are a punk fan, music lover or just love documentaries this is a treat to watch.  

What more do we love then great documentaries? Great sushi! Be prepared...order from your favourite sushi place, take a seat and watch the masterful Jiro Ono at work.  Be warned though! This documentary may make you realize you don't enjoy your regular sushi place and strive for the greatness that is Sukibayashi Jiro . Give us a follow! Twitter - @ThreeDudesPod

If you don't know the work of Andy Goldsworthy be prepared to be amazed.  While art docs aren't totally our thing it's hard not to be impressed with the mans work!

Welcome back to Belleville Downtown Doc Fest.  The last time we attended we inadvertently started a global pandemic so lets hope that doesn't happen again.  On this episode we talk about the festival, the docs and get to speak with some festival goers and a couple of people involved in the final doc of the festival. 

Well folks this is a Three Dudes first.  A documentary about monkeys fucking....well kinda....it's a little more complicated than that.  We also discuss the large filmography of the director Frederick Wiseman. Give us a follow on Twitter @ThreeDudesPod Instagram @threedudespod

Whether you are a political junkie or not this documentary is an excellent watch.  Telling the story of four determined and strong women entering politics to run against well established politicians.

The AIDS epidemic was a horrific period of time. This doc sheds light on what it was like in San Francisco and highlights some of the brave souls fighting for the victims.

I can whole heartedly say I didn't think I would be as intrigued or interested in a documentary about drag as much as this documentary captivated me.  With big personalities and even bigger showmanship let the Dudes guide you through the world of Drag Balls in. 1980's NYC.

Ever wanted to hear what it was like to be like a hired gun for the Mafia? Richard "The Iceman" Kuklinski talks about his life as a one of the most feared hitmen for the Mafia, killing with impunity.

Another great doc from director Jesse Moss.  This is the 2nd Jesse Moss doc we've covered in the last 3 episodes and needless to it did not disappoint.

This week we watch a controversial doc directed by Andrew Jarecki (The Jinx) about Arnold and Jesse Friedman a father and son accused of abhorrent crimes against young boys after The Friedmans house is raided.  Guilty or no? The documentary is slightly ambiguous but has incited lots of debate.