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Documentary Projects in Development for 2025–2026
We remain open to ideas and proposals that align with the goals and values of our mission. Each potential project is considered with care—me
Apr 73 min read
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Montes-Bradley: Speaker Profile
Lectures, screenings, and workshops on documentary production and ethics, and the art of visual storytelling across cultures and formats.
Mar 222 min read
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Documenting Andrew Young
Today marked the start of something extraordinary: filming with Ambassador Andrew Young for a possible documentary about his legacy.
Nov 20, 20242 min read
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America: Whitman, Edison and Me
It all began, fittingly, in Brooklyn. First, my trusty old Bolex jammed. Frustrated, I took a moment, and that’s when I stumbled upon an Edi
Oct 18, 20241 min read
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A Masterfully Portrayal of Enduring Significance
Twenty years ago, as a young sculptor working in the Bronx, I was introduced to the remarkable story of the Piccirilli brothers.
Oct 10, 20242 min read
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Eduardo, Attilio, The Leonardo and me.
“The Leonardo” is the familiar shorthand for the Leonardo DaVinci School of Art in NYC.
Oct 9, 20243 min read
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A Memorable Day with Joseph D'Oronzio
After nearly a year of working together, Joseph D'Oronzio and I finally sat down, quietly, with a camera between us to record his memories o
Sep 4, 20241 min read
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September Brings New Beginnings and Exciting Progress
Dave Matthews joins the film on Joy Brown and Academy Nominee Paul Raci will narrate The Piccirilli Factor.
Aug 31, 20243 min read
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Dave Matthews Joins Documentary on Sculptor Joy Brown
Dave Mathews, a longtime admirer of Brown’s work, recorded an insightful and heartfelt conversation with Montes-Bradley.
Aug 21, 20242 min read
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Interview Insights with Lisa Ackerman and John Belardo
Back in Charlottesville, I eagerly began editing the footage captured last week in New York with Lisa Ackerman and John Belardo.
Jul 27, 20241 min read
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A Donation in Perpetuity to Centro Cultural Recoleta
Documentary Film Fund, is pleased to announce the donation of 13 documentary films to the Centro Cultural Recoleta in Buenos Aires.
Jun 24, 20242 min read
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William Montes-Liendo Joins Global Surgery Expedition in Belize
Belmopan, Belize – Today, William Montes-Liendo from Heritage Film Project arrived in Belmopan, the capital of Belize, to join the team of t
Jun 1, 20241 min read
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Documenting Joy Brown's Journey
Charlottesville, Virginia -- We are pleased to announce a new collaboration in China to document the final stages of Joy Brown's work.
May 18, 20242 min read
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Reviving the Forgotten Artistry of New York's Unsung Heroes: The Piccirilli Brothers
John Freeman Gill's recent New York Times article, "How Six Italian Brothers Shaped the Story of New York,” ...
Oct 16, 20233 min read
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The Piccirilli Brothers in London 1886-1887
The Italian Factor - Before New York, the Piccirilli left their mark in London at St.Paul’s Cathedral.
Jul 6, 20233 min read
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A Jewish GI in World War II
This is a film about a US soldier that in the midst of defeat during the Battle of the Bulge, dared to dream of a better world.
Mar 2, 20233 min read
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A CELEBRATION OF LIFE
As a filmmaker and a family man, I appreciate the opportunity to work with my sons when the occasion arises. I have worked closely with...
Feb 20, 20232 min read
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WHO'S WATCHING
Kanopy's report shows that our films have a solid presence in academic and public libraries in the United States, Canada, Australia, and New
Nov 30, 20224 min read
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Chesterwood: A Heritage Of Beauty
Life and Works of Daniel Chester French A Heritage of Beauty, beginning with the unveiling of iconic The Minute Man in Concord,...
Aug 24, 20212 min read
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The Documentary Film Fund
Moving towards a more inclusive and sustainable production model There is no monetary profit in documentary filmmaking that tell stories...
Aug 12, 20212 min read
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