This week we dive into the work of the late Les Blank, one of the great documentarians of American culture. We’re joined by Charlotte Cook, Director of Programming for HotDocs, for a discussion of Blank’s unique style and why her festival is honoring him with their Outstanding Achievement Award. After a brief word about what else HotDocs has to offer, we turn to a discussion of our favorite Blank films. Finally, we recommend a few more contemporary documentaries that fit into the upbeat, musical spirit of his work.
