Streaming on Max | imdb | trailer
Gordon Parks is probably best known for directing Shaft, which really kicked off the Black Action craze of the ‘70s. While that is no small achievement, he was already a hugely successful photojournalist when he started making films. This documentary is a good overview of his career and also shows his influence on artists during, and after, his lifetime. Parks’ work is mind blowing on multiple levels, so don’t pass on this movie. I give it a 10/10, and my most enthusiastic recommendation.
BONUS: You can watch a short video about the excellent book “Gordon Parks: The Atmosphere of Crime, 1957” here. This publication is sadly out of print (and expensive to buy), but I highly recommend you check to see if your local library carries it. That, or any publication on Parks’ photography, is well worth seeking out. You can also see many of his photos online at the Gordon Parks Foundation website.
Not available on Blu-ray.
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