Movies by Justine Raczkiewicz

Justine Raczkiewicz is an audacious and unconventional filmmaker who has carved out a unique niche in the world of documentary and behind-the-scenes filmmaking. Her work is characterized by a bold, uncompromising style that delves into the darker corners of human nature and the creative process. Raczkiewicz first gained attention with her 2013 documentary "Maniac: The Making of Documentary," which offered a riveting, no-holds-barred look at the making of a notorious slasher film. Rather than the standard EPK-style fluff piece, Raczkiewicz's film pulled back the curtain to reveal the ego clashes, creative tensions, and psychological toll that plagued the production. It was a daring, unvarnished exposé that set the tone for the rest of her career. In 2016, Raczkiewicz solidified her reputation as a filmmaker unafraid to explore the unsettling with "Waste," a visceral, almost uncomfortably intimate documentary about the lives of sanitation workers. Through her intimate, immersive camerawork and unflinching gaze, Raczkiewicz illuminated the backbreaking labor and dehumanizing conditions these workers faced, challenging audiences to confront the harsh realities that are often hidden from view. It's this commitment to shining a light on the marginalized and the forgotten that makes Raczkiewicz's work so vital and impactful.