Frederick Wiseman

Frederick Wiseman’s latest extraordinary documentary is “Ex Libris: The New York Public Library.” (Courtesy Zipporah Films)

‘Ex Libris’ a mesmerizing tour of NY libraries

Since the 1960s, Frederick Wiseman has been taking his camera into the…

 

Frederick Wiseman explores a diverse Queens, New York City neighborhood in his riveting documentary “In Jackson Heights.” (Courtesy Zipporah Films.)

‘In Jackson Heights’ another compelling doc by Frederick Wiseman

For nearly 50 years, Frederick Wiseman has been making fascinating fly-on-the-wall documentaries…

 

COURTESY ZIPPORAH FILMSIn the documentary “National Gallery

Behind the scenes at London’s National Gallery

“National Gallery,” Frederick Wiseman’s three-hour exploration of what’s in the workings and…

 

‘Boxing Gym’ is thoughtful and a knockout

Frederick Wiseman makes immersing films that transpire inside societal institutions — capturing…