Pure Nonfiction: Inside Documentary Film

Pure Nonfiction: Inside Documentary Film


76: Filming Ruth Bader Ginsburg

May 10, 2018

Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg is profiled in the new documentary “RBG.” Pure Nonfiction host Thom Powers interviews the directing duo of Betsy West and Julie Cohen on Ginsburg’s career fighting for women’s rights. They discuss their personal experiences of enduring sexism in the worlds of broadcast news and public radio.

On Twitter: @betsywest @filmmakerjulie @RBGmovie @thompowers @PureNonfiction.

This interview was recorded during the Miami Film Festival at the offices of Rakontur. Thanks to sound recordist Khaleel Bailey.

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