Conversing Over Dinner as Cameras Are Rolling. The idea behind Jon Favreau's highly uneven, but often fascinating new series is to have four notable people talk on camera without having rehearsals or prearranging topics.
By Anita Gates. [New York Times: Arts]
Personal Documentaries Are New Form of Marketing. Marketers have long used feature films to help sell their products. Now, some are turning to documentaries to promote their sneakers, records, books and other merchandise.
By Beth Pinsker. [New York Times: Arts]