The WALT substack serves as a central space for documentary enthusiasts to engage in discussions about a wide range of subjects, each explored through the lens of a documentary film dedicated to that topic.
HOW IT WORKS
It’s simple and free!
Once every month, I’ll send out a documentary that is widely available to stream online. If you’ve read this far, you must be at least a little interested in documentary films so watching one shouldn’t be a big ask.
In that email, there will be some questions to keep in mind while you’re watching the film.
You will also get an email to a discussion thread specific to the film. That’s your opportunity to weigh in, watch the discourse, and maybe learn something from the community that wasn’t included in the film.
BUT I WANT TO CONTRIBUTE
A paid subscriber gets some perks!
You have input on the next selected documentary.
If your choice is selected, you’re able to share with all subscribers why you chose the film.
Chances for supplementary content.
As part of the LEARN element of “Watch and Learn”, I’ll be sourcing additional content and information from the filmmakers, subjects, or experts on the subject.
Access to the back catalogue.
Posts older than 2 months are only available to paid subscribers.
WHO ARE YOU?
The WALT is a project started by me, Jon Richardson. After earning a BA in Film Studies at Temple University, I produced non-fiction television for over a decade in Los Angeles, CA. After moving to Portland, OR I joined the Portland Art Museum and PAM CUT (formerly the Northwest Film Center) where I programmed films and experiences at the Museum’s Whitsell Auditorium.
THE RULES/DISCLAIMERS
Documentary films are made on just about every subject and you may not agree with the message that the film is conveying. If such is the case, please be kind in the discussion threads.
Comments that use particularly foul language or “hate speech” (for example, including but not limited to racial, ethnic, or gender bashing language) will be deleted.
Comments that can be considered spam or advertising material will be deleted.
Some housekeeping…
If you can’t find the newsletter, check your Spam folder or Promotions tab, and move this email to your primary inbox.
Thanks again, and please tell your most curious friends to sign up.
