Movies by Cal Seville

Cal Seville: Provocative Chronicler of Power Struggles and Social Upheaval With a penchant for tackling thorny political subjects, Cal Seville has established himself as a fearless and uncompromising voice in modern cinema. Seville's films offer a penetrating examination of the mechanics of power, from the backroom maneuverings of coups d'etat to the machinations of presidential campaigns. His 2017 docudrama "How to Stage a Coup" provided a riveting, behind-the-scenes account of a successful military overthrow, peeling back the layers of conspiracy and intrigue that propelled the usurpers to power. Seville's ability to gain access to high-level insiders and synthesize complex geopolitical events into compelling narratives has earned him a reputation as a master of political nonfiction. That skill is equally evident in "The Russian Revolution," Seville's sweeping 2017 chronicle of the tumultuous events of 1917. With its kinetic camerawork and immersive historical recreations, the film drops viewers directly into the chaos of the Bolshevik uprising, offering an intimate window into the volatile mix of idealism and violence that transformed Russia. Seville's filmography consistently challenges audiences to confront the often-unsavory realities that lurk beneath the veneer of political power.