Movies by Colin Hanks

Colin Hanks has carved out an impressive career as both an acclaimed actor and a versatile, thoughtful filmmaker. While his standout performance in the FX series Fargo cemented his reputation as a talented dramatic actor, Hanks has truly distinguished himself in recent years through his insightful, character-driven documentaries. Films like All Things Must Pass and Eagles of Death Metal: Nos Amis (Our Friends) showcase Hanks' keen eye for unearthing the human stories behind iconic cultural moments. Rather than chasing sensationalism, he approaches his subjects with empathy and nuance, crafting intimate portraits that illuminate the personal motivations and experiences of his subjects. His 2017 film The Amazing Adventures of Wally and the Worm, for example, is a delightfully quirky exploration of an eccentric outsider artist that eschews easy caricature in favor of a more layered, affectionate depiction. Hanks' directorial work is further defined by an understated visual style and a knack for finding humor in the mundane. In The Anti-Mascot, he trains his lens on the surprisingly dramatic lives of sports team mascots, mining both comedy and pathos from these unsung performers. Throughout his diverse filmography, Hanks demonstrates a true filmmaker's gift – the ability to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, and to find the universal truths within the specific details of human experience.