Movies by Ellen Weissbrod

Ellen Weissbrod is a trailblazing documentary filmmaker with a keen eye for intimate, character-driven stories. Her work is marked by a compassionate, immersive approach that allows her subjects to reveal their true selves on screen. Weissbrod's filmography spans diverse subjects, from the inspiring life story of musical legend Quincy Jones in Listen Up: The Lives of Quincy Jones, to the poignant portrait of conjoined twins in Face to Face: The Schappell Twins. What unites these films is Weissbrod's ability to craft deeply empathetic narratives that challenge preconceptions and shine a light on the human experience. In her most recent work, A Woman Like That, Weissbrod turns her lens inward, exploring the complexities of female identity and the universal search for self-discovery. With a sensitive, observational style, she captures the nuances of her subjects' lives, inviting the audience to connect with their joys, struggles, and transformations. Weissbrod's filmography stands as a testament to her unwavering commitment to amplifying underrepresented voices and shedding light on the extraordinary within the ordinary.