Film
Uncovering the truth behind the world’s ‘dark money’
Power, corruption and lies — We talk to Kimberley Reed about free speech, fake news and Dark Money – her searing new documentary on America’s corrupt political system.
Written by: Thomas Curry
Inside the hidden North Korean community of south London
Little Pyongyong — In an emotional new short, filmmaker Roxy Rezvany meets Joong-wha Choi – a former soldier who left behind his home in Pyongyang to make a fresh start in New Malden.
Written by: HUCK HQ
Huck 66: The Attitude Issue
Out now! — This issue is all about determination – to reject the status quo, to rise above the noise or just to forge your own path in life.
Written by: HUCK HQ
The story of Stanley Kubrick’s go-to problem-solver
An unsung hero — Leon Vitali gave up a promising acting career to serve the vision of his favourite director, swapping glamour and accolades for a gruelling life in the background. Now that a new documentary finally lends a voice to Kubrick's right-hand man, he insists that it was all worth it.
Written by: Cian Traynor
Cycling and survival on the streets of London
Before The Storm — In an original Huck Film, we join the UK riders who have turned mass ride-outs and wheelies into a powerful youth movement that’s an antidote to violence in the capital.
Written by: Alex King
Capturing the camaraderie of London’s illegal car meet scene
Hot wheels — Once a month, a group of young petrolheads gather in a car park after-hours to show off and stunt – before the police shut them down. However, rather than an act of rebellion, it’s a chance for the drivers to belong to a community in which they can truly express themselves.
Written by: Niall Flynn
How a 14-year-old took on political corruption in Egypt
Prodigy in protest — From standing on the frontlines at Tahrir Square to rallying against the patriarchy, Amal became a revolutionary when she was just a teenager. Now, her steely determination is being celebrated in a new film.
Written by: Hannah Clugston
Uncovering the dark side of Russian rhythmic gymnastics
Over the limit — A new documentary follows gymnast Margarita Mamun as she trains for the Olympics – exposing a blunt, brutal and abusive preparation regime.
Written by: Hannah Clugston
A portrait of Stanley Kubrick as a young photographer
A different lens — A new book and exhibition, Through a Different Lens, celebrates the legendary filmmaker’s forgotten early beginnings as a photographer, bringing together rarely seen imagery from film sets, boxing rings and the streets of New York.
Written by: Miss Rosen
Inside the late teenage years of Basquiat
Post-punk prodigy — A new documentary from filmmaker Sara Driver paints a portrait of the artist through the chaotic New York scene that fed him.
Written by: Alexandra Genova
