Direction: Charlotte Zwerin

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Charlotte Zwerin. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser

1988 · Documentary · 90 min. · United States

Direction Charlotte Zwerin

Cast Thelonious Monk · John Coltrane · Harry Colomby

Synopsis Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser (1988) delves into the extraordinary life and career of the legendary pianist and jazz icon Thelonious Monk, who left an indelible mark on the music world from 1917 to 1982. This captivating documentary showcases live...

7.4

177 votes

7.4

177 votes

Salesman

1968 · Documentary · 85 min. · United States

Direction Albert Maysles · David Maysles · Charlotte Zwerin

Synopsis Salesman (1968) follows the journeys of four tenacious door-to-door salesmen as they navigate the challenges of persistent rejection, homesickness, and the eventual exhaustion that comes with their demanding profession. The documentary captures their experiences as they traverse the nation, attempting...

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7.3

441 votes

7.3

441 votes

Meet Marlon Brando

1966 · Documentary · 26 min. · United States

Direction Albert Maysles · David Maysles · Charlotte Zwerin

Cast Marlon Brando · Rex Morgan · Mary Frann · Lee Murray

Synopsis Meet Marlon Brando (1966) offers an engaging and unusually candid glimpse into the life of the renowned movie star. This documentary features a playful and witty exchange between Brando and television journalists, who attempt to interview him about his latest...

6.2

24 votes

6.2

24 votes

With Love From Truman

1966 · Documentary · 29 min. · United States

Direction Albert Maysles · David Maysles · Charlotte Zwerin

Cast Truman Capote

Synopsis With Love From Truman (1966) captures an intimate moment with renowned author Truman Capote at his Long Island beach residence, coinciding with the release of his acclaimed nonfiction novel, "In Cold Blood." Journalist Karen Dennison conducts the interview, during which...

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Running Fence

1977 · Documentary · 58 min. · United States

Direction Albert Maysles · David Maysles · Charlotte Zwerin

Cast Christo · Jeanne-Claude

Synopsis Running Fence (1977) chronicles the ambitious endeavor of renowned artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude as they strive to erect a colossal, 24 1/2-mile-long, 18-foot-tall fence crafted from white fabric, stretching across the picturesque hills of northern California. The documentary delves into...

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Islands (TV)

1987 · Documentary · 58 min. · United States

Direction Albert Maysles · David Maysles · Charlotte Zwerin

Synopsis Islands (TV) (1987) presents the extraordinary journey of Christo, a globally celebrated artist known for his audacious and seemingly impossible projects. The documentary follows Christo as he embarks on his ambitious endeavor to encircle Miami’s eleven Biscayne Bay islands with...

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