E-Team
| E-Team | |
|---|---|
 Sundance Film poster | |
| Directed by |
Katy Chevigny Ross Kauffman |
| Produced by |
Katy Chevigny Ross Kauffman Marilyn Ness |
| Music by | T. Griffin |
| Cinematography |
Rachel Beth Anderson Ross Kauffman |
| Edited by | David Teague |
Production company |
Big Mouth Productions Red Light Films |
Release dates |
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Running time | 90 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
E-Team is a 2014 American documentary film co-directed and produced by Katy Chevigny and Ross Kauffman.[1] The film premiered in the competition category of U.S. Documentary Competition program at the 2014 Sundance Film Festival on January 18, 2014.[2] Rachel Beth Anderson and Ross Kauffman won the Cinematography Award: U.S. Documentary at the festival,[3][4] as well as the Candescent Award.[5]
Plot
The film narrates the story of four members of the Emergencies Team, investigating and reporting the human rights abuse across the globe.[6]
Reception
The film received positive response from critics.
- Rob Nelson in his review for Variety said that "The valiant and vital work of four globetrotting human rights activists is expertly illuminated in 'E-Team', a dynamic and immersive piece of you-are-there verite."[7]
- Duane Byrge of The Hollywood Reporter gave the film a positive review and said that "In this spellbinding story, filmmakers Katy Chevigny and Ross Kauffman thrust us into the red-alert lives of four E-Team members. It's a comprehensive portrayal of these people's personal and professional lives. We see what makes them tick. Are they adrenaline junkies? Thrill-seekers? Not at all."[8]
- Carlos Aguilar from Indiewire in his review said that "Powerful and shocking but with enough humanity from its subjects to add tender moments of hope, the "E-Team" is a fascinating look at how information can be the most effective tool to avoid indifference."[9]
References
- ↑ "How I Shot That: Sundance Documentary 'E-Team' Gives an Insider's Look on Filming War Crimes". Retrieved 8 April 2014.
- ↑ "Sundance 2014: U.S. Documentary Competition". Retrieved 8 April 2014.
- ↑ "Sundance: 'Whiplash' & 'Rich Hill' Win Grand Jury Awards; Dramatic Directing Goes To Cutter Hodierne For 'Fishing Without Nets'". Retrieved 8 April 2014.
- ↑ "'Whiplash' Owns the 2014 Sundance Film Festival Awards Netting Two Top Prizes". Retrieved 8 April 2014.
- ↑ Pamela McClintock, “Sundance: Candescent Films Announces 2014 Documentary Awards,” The Hollywood Reporter, January 18, 2014.
- ↑ "About Film". Retrieved 8 April 2014.
- ↑ "Sundance Film Review: 'E-Team'". Retrieved 8 April 2014.
- ↑ "E-Team: Sundance Review". Retrieved 8 April 2014.
- ↑ "Sundance Review: Real Life Heroes Save The World In The Enthralling 'E-Team'". Retrieved 8 April 2014.
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